1st to 3rd June 2018
The Peterborough Arena and Showground (PAS), PE2 6HE
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Climb | 1926ft / 587m |
| Fully Closed Roads | Traffic free cycling |
| Participants | 8,000 |
| Date & Time | From 12:00 hrs on Sun 3rd June 2018 |
| Location | Peterborough Arena, PE2 6HE |
| Distance | 79.3 miles / 127.6 km |
Further Event Details
Important Registration Information
- Please ensure your email settings do not reject or send emails to Junk/Spam from.
- A unique email address is required for each Entrant to assure that each entrant receives subsequent emailed festival information.
- The correct entry of your telephone numbers is critical. Telephone numbers MUST be entered in the International Format
- Final Event Information, including arrival and event information, and Start Sheets will be available on the Tour of Cambridgeshire website approximately 2 weeks before the Festival. See Rider Info in navigation bar. This information will NOT be emailed to you.
- A Service Charge will be added to your basket per entry.
- Parking Charges will be in place for official parking. Charges can be found within Prices tab.
- Entries can NOT be Refunded or Transferred. Deferrals are only available if the Deferral Protection Administration is added when entering. The Deferral Protection Administration allows riders to defer up until midnight on Sunday prior to the event. Further details are set out in the Terms and Conditions of Entry in Section 9.
- Entry Fees escalate as the Festival gets closer. See Prices tab for current Entry Fee.
- Minimum age for Gran Fondo SPORTIVE is 16 years on 31st December 2018.
- Entrants in the Gran Fondo SPORTIVE will select their anticipated average speed for the start gate. All riders must stay ahead of the PACE CAR to stay within the road closures and reach the Gran Fondo Route cut-off point (39.4 mile approx.) by 16:00hrs.
You will receive emails with information about the Festival and Events; unsubscribing from these emails will prevent you from receiving event information.
Prices
Gran Fondo SPORTIVE
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| 4th September 2017 | £75 |
| Tuesday 6th February – price increase to | £85 |
Parking
(Payable upon Entry – cash only)
| Day | Arrival Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Friday | 11.30-19.00 | £5.00 Free – Chrono & Gran Fondo Riders registering |
| Saturday | 07.30-19.30 | £5.00 Free – Gran Fondo Riders registering |
| Sunday | 06.45-08.00 | Free |
| 08.00-10.00 | £10.00 | |
| 10.00-11.00 | £20.00 | |
| 12.00 onwards | £5.00 | |
| VIP Parking | Any time | £50.00 |
| Club Kermesse | Any time | Included in membership. |
Camping
| Date | Price |
|---|---|
| Weekend | £60 |
If Camping was not booked on the entry platform then please contact enquiries to book your place.
What is Gran Fondo SPORTIVE
The ToC Gran Fondo Sportive is completely unique to any other event in the UK. Not only do we use a nice flat route, but it’s fully closed to all traffic too!
This event caters for riders of all abilities and aspirations.
The Sportive is split into average speed start groups, allowing riders to ride with others of the same ability. So, as a beginner it’s less daunting and as a rider with lots of experience, you’ve got the clear road ahead to aim for that ultimate personal best time!
Enjoy a day in the saddle around the beautiful Cambridgeshire countryside, in the amazing weather (we hope) and ride alongside 8000 other riders.
What is a Gran Fondo
Gran Fondo is the cycling equivalent of the London Marathon with elite athletes starting in a Race (Gran Fondo Race) at the front followed by a Sportive (Gran Fondo Sportive). The Golazo Cycling Gran Fondos are held on Closed Roads.
In the Race Gate there are 18 separate races one for each of the UCI Masters Age / Gender Classifications. A current Race License will be required for those who want to be racing against their own UCI age / gender groups.
In the Sportive Gate there are 5 different estimated speed pens for riders to start in.
The Race Gate and the Sportive Gate make up the Gran Fondo. The Golazo Cycling Gran Fondos are fully supported* and produced to make riders feel like a Pro for the day. The first three of each age / gender classification, in the Race Gate, are invited to receive medals and prizes on the podium. A number of the Golazo Cycling Gran Fondo events are part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series meaning that they are qualifying events for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships.
*Riders suffering minor mechanical problems such as punctures must be self-sufficient to return to the HQ. Riders unable to be self-sufficient will be re-patriated but may face a substantial wait.