On 24th June 2007, the UK's first closed-road cycling event made its debut, capturing the imaginations of 2,500 eager cyclists keen to experience their first taste of a traffic-free sportive. Little did they know, their appetite and excitement for this new breed of event would pave the way for a British cycling phenomenon.
Almost a decade later and with double the amount of riders, the Marie Curie Etape Caledonia is still going strong. By the time of the 10th anniversary event on 8th May 2016 more than 30,000 participants will have taken their place at the historic start line in the idyllic Scottish town of Pitlochry.
Attracting a wide spectrum of cyclists from seasoned club riders to challenge fundraisers, all with the common goal of completing 81 miles of glorious closed-roads set to the dramatic backdrop of Highland Perthshire, the atmosphere at the Marie Curie Etape Caledonia remains as infectious as ever.
To celebrate the 10th anniversary milestone event and all the incredible cyclists and local people who've been involved along the way, Marie Curie Etape Caledonia is encouraging past participants to share their photos and memories from the event. Use #EveryPedalCounts to share pictures on social media or email them to [email protected] to be in with the chance of winning some Marie Curie Etape Caledonia official merchandise.
Whether at the start line in 2007 or 2015 (or any years in between), Marie Curie Etape Caledonia want to hear how and why cyclists made 'Every Pedal Count'. Maybe it was simply sharing a day with friends or perhaps it was about smashing PBs or raising money for charity - whatever the reason the memory was made, they want to know!
All General Entry and Pledge Places have been snapped up already, but participants can still be one of the 5,000 cyclists to take part in this legendary cycling event by joining the exclusive 'Marie Curie 400 Club' by pledging to raise £400 for Marie Curie and only paying £30 for entry into the event.
Visit www.etapecaledonia.co.uk to secure your place.
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