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 | The Bon Accord Bike Ride (16 May 2010) |  |
Conceived in 2005 in celebration of the Centenary of Rotary, The Bon Accord Bike Ride has become an annual family event.
Riders have a choice of two routes:
- one in close proximity to Hazlehead Park, particularly suited to younger cyclists and those less experienced,
- and a longer more challenging route meandering through picturesque Deeside for those wanting to spend a bit more time on the bike.
More details from the event's website.
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| Westhill Bike Ride (6th June 2010) | |
The annual Westhill Bike Ride takes place on Sunday 6th June. The 13 mile ride leaves Westhill passing through Skene and the surrounding area before returning to Westhill. Since it started in 1999 the Westhill Bike Ride has raised over £18,000 and attracts around 100 cyclists. The event is scheduled to coincide with Westhill's annual gala day.
More details from the event's website.
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| Balmoral Mountain Bike Rides (13 June 2010) | |
On Sunday 13 June 2010 bikeBalmoral will be the first mountain bike event ever to be held completely in the grounds of the Balmoral Estate, all in aid of CHILDREN 1ST.
With five events for adults and children, this event will give all levels of mountain bikers the opportunity to race or to ride off-road through the stunning scenery of this beautiful Royal Deeside estate.
The five different events planned for the same day are:
- X-C Race Individuals, 20 miles, Chip timed (16-17 year olds)
- X-C Race Individuals, 30 miles, Chip timed (over 18's)
- X-C Race Team members 30 miles, Chip timed (over 18's)
- Dirt Crit 1K loops for 8-15 year olds
- Scenic Cycle 10 miles for all ages and abilities
The organisers promise - Marshals + water & snacks en-route + bike rescue + first aid + insurance + free entry to the Balmoral Estate are all included.
More details of this exiting event then visit the bikeBalmoral website. Note - the closing date for entries is 31st May 2010.
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| Moray Great Bike Ride (4th July 2010) | |
The 11th Moray Great Bike Ride in association with the combined Moray Sensory Service which provides assistance and support to both people with sight and hearing impairment takes place on 4th July 2010.
The Ride is to adopt a new format this year, with details to be announced soon.
In previous years the popular event has seen cyclists of all ages complete a choice of routes starting and finishing at the Cooper Park in Elgin.
However, in an effort to encourage even more people to take part, satellite rides are to be staged in the Cullen and Keith areas in addition to the main Elgin ride.
For further information contact Nicola Davidson at Moray Council on 1343 557146 ext 3043 or e-mail her on nicola.davidson@moray.gov.uk
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| Isla Way Bike Ride (10th July 2010) | |
A new charity event on the calendar for 2010, The Isla Way Bike Ride, sponsored by heretoday magazine is raising money for The Sandpiper Trust, the charity that comes to the aid of cyclists, walkers, farmers and fishermen by supplying emergency rucksacks packed with specialist medical equipment to doctors, nurses and paramedics located in remote parts of Scotland.
Entry details available here.
Further information on the beautiful Isla Way available on our webpage.
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| The Great Inverurie Bike Ride (18 July 2010) | |
The 24th Great Inverurie Bike Ride will be on 18th July 2010. Registration for the event is at Kellands Park from 10.30am. The event starts at 12 noon.
There is no doubt, The Great Inverurie Bike Ride is Grampian's biggest cycling event. At 25 miles long it is a distance which most people are capable of and will take riders through some of the most beautiful countryside in Scotland at Chapel of Garioch, Monymusk and Blairdaff. In 2003 over 1220 riders raised more than £40000 for Meningitis Research Fund, Dystonia Society, CHAS, The Archie Foundation, Childline Scotland and the building of schools in Nepal.
Visit the Great Inverurie Bike Ride web page for more details of the event.
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| Stonehaven Great Bike Ride (19 Aug 2009) | |
The 18th Stonehaven Great Bike Ride will be held on Sunday 19th August 2009. A choice of routes, either 11 or 25 miles leave the Scout hut in Mill of Forest Road, Stonehaven and wind their way round the local countryside arriving back at the start point.
Last year's event was enjoyed by over 100 riders who raised nearly £4000 for Grampian Society for the Blind and Girl Guiding Stonehaven.
More details here.
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| BRG Coastal Challenge (21 Aug 2010) | |
The 2010 BRG Costal Challenge will take place on Sat 21st August.
The BRG Coastal Challenge allows you to walk, run or cycle the distance of 17.5 mile. Starting at the Beach Cafe, Fraserburgh and finishing at Gardenstown harbour for the kipper barbeque, the course provides spectacular views of the Buchan coastline.
More details from the BRG challenge website.
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| Karen Teale Memorial Bike Run (Sept) | |
Formally known as The Alford Charity Bike Run, this event has been renamed "The Karen Teale Memorial Bike Run" in honour and memory of Alford resident and local G.P Karen Teale who died of cancer in 2003. Since 2005 the ride has followed a fairly challenging 27 mile route through beautiful Donside starting and finishing in Haughton Country Park, Alford and taking in Kildrummy, Glenkindie and Towie enroute. In 2006 a less demanding 11 mile option via Muir of Fowlis and Tough was introduced for those still wanting to take part, but are put off by the distance.
More details from the ride's own website.
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The Long Distance Cyclists' Handbook
"The Long Distance Cyclist's Handbook" details the preparation and equipment needed to take a novice from the challenge of a 50-mile charity ride to gearing up and comfortably covering 600km in a weekend randonnee.
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