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Sat 19 Jul 14

BHF - South Downs Way Off-Road

Known to many as the toughest off-road ride in the UK, the seriously challenging South Downs Way Off-Road Bike Ride (formerly the Randonnee) is not to be missed in 2014! If you're an experienced off-road rider, make this event your next challenge and become part of an extra special group of heart heroes. There are two routes to choose from; 35 miles and the ‘Big Daddy’ of 100 miles with a total climb of over 10,000ft! Both routes finish by the seafront in Eastbourne. The 100 mile long South Downs Way National Trail follows the old routes and droveways along the chalk escarpment and ridges of the South Downs. With breathtaking views along the entire route and a finish location right on the seafront in Eastbourne, this challenge is not to be missed. 100 miles – taking in the full length of the south downs, this includes a total vertical climb of 10,000ft. 35 miles – It may be shorter in distance but it still has a significant climb, a high intensity climb bike ride. The trails are not too technical but there are a lot of fast long descents which do require concentration.