If you’re looking for a little more of a challenge from your summer Sportive you might want to try the tough Tour of The South East.
Run in aid of the NSPPC, at 168miles the multi-stage event promises what the promoters call ‘the ultimate pro-rider experience’. Well you might argue that the South Downs can’t compare to the Alps but this two-day event is still certainly not for the faint hearted.
The first day features a 92mile loop from Guildford via the Devil’s Dyke and throws in a timed climb at Leith Hill, as seen in the 2012 Olympic Road Race. The second day again takes off from and returns to Guildford but via a different route, taking in the UK’s most picturesque vineyard, and also includes a time trial. The riders will be seeded in groups, escorted by motorcycle outriders and serviced by domestiques, with back up from an experienced crew of mechanics and soigneurs.
After 168miles and nearly 9,000ft of climbing the survivors of the NSPCC Tour of the South East can enjoy a ‘Yellow Jersey’ dinner with a yet to be announced ‘Special Guest Speaker’.
This is a serious fundraiser and prices reflect that. You can register and commit to a minimum fundraising target (£29 and £350 respectively) or ‘self fund’ for the full price of £139 and get a free jersey. One-day options and team packages are also available.
Places are strictly limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. You can find out more about the NSPCC Tour of the South East at tourofengland.co.uk and register here.
