Past Month
+ 8
Virgin Money Cyclone - Long Route C
Cycling Route
Details
169.49 km
2,423 m
Ride C – 104 miles - Black Route
A serious challenge for the more experienced cyclists or those who are very fit. The route is very hilly with 2374m (7789ft) of climbing. The route is very choppy with 8 significant climbs and the highest point is Troughend Common (340m), west of Otterburn in the Cheviot Hills. There are 4 feed stations on this route at Forestburngate, Elsdon, Wark and Stamfordham. Riders competing this distance will have the additional challenge of achieving Gold, Silver or Bronze Standard for their ride.
The standards are set as follows:
Gold Standard - under 5hrs 40 mins
Silver Standard - 5hrs 41 mins - 6hrs 30mins
Bronze Standard - over 6hrs 31mins.
Created By
Ray P
