Helensburgh Sportive

Event ride
Women's Festival of Cycling

Event description


Why Ride the Helensburgh Sportive?

With stunning scenery of the Clyde, Gareloch and Loch Long and a challenging route all in aid of the brilliant cause; the Beatson Cancer Charity, the Helensburgh Sportive is a must do for all keen cyclists! 

Thanks to contributors; Auchentullich Farm Shop, Scotrack, Helensburgh Sailing Club and Raeburn Hope. Their help allows us to donate as much as possible to the Beatson charity after some minimal running costs.

Entry Includes:

  • 50 miles of stunning scenery
  • Chip Timing
  • Food and water station at 20 miles
  • Sweeper Service
  • Finishers Ice Cream and refreshments with thanks to Auchentullich Farm Shop
  • Event Branded Drinks Bottle

Date & time

Sunday 14th July 2019

Registration opens: 07:30hrs

Start times: 08.00hrs - 10.00hrs

Riders will be started in waves 

Registration

You will be able to register and pick up your rider number on the morning of the event. 

Location

Registration and the start will be situated at the Helensburgh Sailing Club, Rhu Road Lower, Helensburgh G84 8QT 

Parking

Some parking is available at the start. If you can, please cycle to the start to reduce traffic. 

Marshals

We will be looking for a number of helpers to be dotted throughout the route. If any of your supporters, family or friends would like to get involved please drop us an email. 

Food Station

The food station will be situated in Glen Fruin (approx 20 Mile mark) where there will be water, snacks and a portoloo available.

Route

50 Miles (80km) / 3113ft (950m) Ascent

GPX File

Available on request please email helensburghsportive@gmail.com

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Route details


  • 50 mi / 80 km

Start location


Address

Helensburgh, UK
Helensburgh
United Kingdom

Date and start time


  • Sunday 14 July 2019 - 08:00