Entries are now open for the Orro Sussex Downs Classic, a brand new road cycling sportive taking in the scenic rolling hills of South Downs and the best of the less-travelled West Sussex countryside.
Starting and finishing at the famous Hickstead Showground, known worldwide for its showjumping, the new sportive takes place on Saturday, 8th September, offering cyclists a chance to tackle the iconic climbs and descents of the High Weald AONB.
The new event is backed by local cycling brand, Orro, who engineer, build and test premium road bikes in Ditchling in the heart of Sussex. Owned by I-Ride, the company is keen to encourage more people to enjoy the best cycling the region has to offer.
Described by organisers, UK Cycling Events, as ''stunning but considerably tough,'' riders will experience the magnificent views around the South Downs National Park, with options to ride through iconic points of interest including the incredibly scenic Ardingly Reservoir, notable for its breathtaking surroundings and wildlife, and parts of the beautiful Ashdown Forest.
The full routes for the ride have now been revealed, with a choice of three distances suitable for all levels of ability; short (30 miles / 1492ft of climbing), standard (75 miles / 3868ft of climbing), and epic (99 miles / 6079 ft of climbing).
Cyclists will be supported with feed stations on the route, stocked with energy products from nutrition partner Science in Sport, and there'll also be mechanical support at event HQ and on the course for those who need it. There will also be plenty of parking and an optional post-event massage from Six Physio.
Orro hopes its customers will come and experience the ride - and for those who do, there's the added bonus of a goody bag on offer to anyone riding an Orro bike.
Adam Glew, Marketing Manager for Orro, said: "We wanted to put on a sportive this year to link up with the cycling community around us, and hopefully lots of Orro owners too. We're really proud of our local area; winding lanes, stunning views, and lots of undulation. It's got some of the best cycling has to offer, and we're looking forward to seeing everyone there.''
Manager of UK Cycling Events, Natalie Hicks, said: "We're excited to expand our work with Orro and I-Ride, especially as they're so knowledgeable about the local area and know where to enjoy the best of this beautiful region.
"There's no riding quite like the South Downs, and our route designers have invested a lot of time developing routes that are safe and well signed, but at the same time give everyone an unmissable ride experience.''
Entries start at £31 for the short route and £40 for the standard and epic options, with under-16s riding for just £3. For more details and to book your place, visit www.ukcyclingevents.co.uk/events.
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