Ribble Valley 100 - 1 July 2012

Take part in the Ribble Valley 100 (formerly the Cross Pennine 100). Starting on the outskirts of Clitheroe this great RIDE 100 event quickly takes riders over into the Yorkshire Dales (and southern Cumbria for 100-milers) and back through scenic east Lancashire. Beautiful landscapes greet the eye throughout this ride as riders tackle the challenge, which has a few testing climbs thrown in! 

Route features
• Ribble Valley
• Malhamdale
• Ribblesdale
• Dentdale
• Cobbled Dent
• Lunesdale
• Forest of Bowland
• Views of Pen-y-Ghent
• Quiet roads

With a choice of a challenging but achievable 100km or a tougher gritty 100-mile route, you'll have a great day in the saddle with the Action Medical Research team. Whether you are an experienced rider aiming to get a fast time or a rider aiming to make a day of it and take in the sights, this ride is for you.

Expect excellent feed stations manned by friendly volunteers and a buffet style lunch mid-way through the ride that you will find hard to tear yourself away from! Riders will be supported by first class medical support, mechanical services and a sweep vehicle.

Many riders have experienced a RIDE 100 event, and thoroughly enjoyed the social atmosphere and return to enjoy the unique experience that we offer. Make 2012 the year that you take part in a RIDE 100 sportive! You won’t be disappointed.

Distance100-miles or 100km
Start/FinishRoefield Sports and Leisure Centre, Edisford Road, Clitheroe, Lancashire BB7 3LA
Registration open7.00am - 9.00am. 100-milers set off from 7.30-8.30. 100km riders 8.30 - 9.15am. Less experienced riders should set off as early as possible
Ride finishes7.00pm
Local informationThere is a pay and display car park across the road from the Centre, on street parking nearby and other pay and display car parks in Clitheroe. Nearest railway station is Clitheroe
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Includes

  • Chip timing
  • Route options
  • Circular route
  • Feed stations/lunch
  • Mechanical support
  • Full signage
  • Event massage
  • Medal
  • Photography
  • Emergency cover
Official bike partner: Trek

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