The Grand Depart Classic is your opportunity to cycle the first stage of the 2018 Tour de France ahead of the pros.
Taking place in the Vendée region of western France, this four day event (one day riding) is your opportunity to cycle on roads freshly paved for the pros, two weeks ahead of the Tour. Prove your prowess in the peleton and on the fundraising leader board and make a real difference to the lives of men with prostate cancer.
Fully signposted and supported, with all travel and accommodation included, you’ll be free to breeze through this coastal stage and enjoy some spectacular views of the Atlantic.
Places have sold out!
Unfortunately the 2018 edition of the Grand Départ Classic is now full although it's not the end of the world! You can join our waiting list by following the link below and we'll be in touch to let you know if we have any dropouts.
- 23 Jun 2018 8:00am
- Tickets On Sale
- Grand D�part Classic 2018Grand D�part Classic 2018Portsmouth, Hampshire, UK
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- 250 Riders
Extra Information
What's included?
We'll look after you and your bike throughout the event, from the moment you arrive on Thursday afternoon at Portsmouth Ferry Docks, to the moment you say farewell on the Sunday. The support we provide includes:
- Three nights accommodation
- All meals from Thursday evening through to Sunday morning
- Return ferry and coach transfers between Portsmouth and France, and then from the finish back to Portsmouth (including bike transfer)
- Fully signed route, with feed stations, mechanical and medical support
- Finishers Medal
- Your own Men United cycle jersey
- Professional rider numbers to wear and keep, confirming your unique entry
What do I need to do to take part?
There are two ways to take part:
Option 1: Minimum sponsorship
Pay a £149 non-refundable registration fee and then pledge to raise a minimum of £1,000 in sponsorship (excluding Gift Aid).
Option 2: Self-funder
Pay a £149 non-refundable registration fee and then pay a further £541 by 20 April to cover your full event costs. We'd then ask you to raise as much as you can with a recommended minimum of £250.
