Devon Coast to Coast Challenge

Issue 12

22/02/2008

Route Announced

At the Launch Party last Sunday, we finally let the cat out of the bag- and announced that this year’s route will end at Teignmouth, Devon.

The full routes- the D (Direct) route and the Z (Zig Zag) route- both start at the Landmark, Ilfracombe; ride together until Barnstaple where they split and head off on different routes to the first stop at Libbaton Golf Course. They split again on the road to the Lunch time stop at North Tawton Rugby Club.

The two groups go on different routes again before arriving at the afternoon stop at Bovey Tracey, then join together for the final amazing 10 miles to finish at The Den, Teignmouth at 5pm.

The stopping patterns have changed as well. Feedback from the 2007 ride was the stops were too irregular and frequent- so this year, we have made 3 stops- morning, dinnertime and afternoon. The two groups will start together, use the same stops, and ride the last 10 miles together- it’s the bits in between that vary.

This will enable riders to choose the speed they want, and be able to switch groups at each stop to ensure they get what they want to get from the ride. And as each stop has a clear departure time, if you want to ride on to the next stop, you can- if you want to potter along slowly, then you can- it just means that the break will alter in length. This will enable us to focus on the social spirit of the ride.

And the last 10 miles are just amazing. The valley from Bovey Tracey takes in amazing countryside, and the ride into Teignmouth along side the Teign is one you will remember for years to come.

We really believe that this year’s route and set up is one that you will love, and we are very excited about it- we know that you will agree with us.

Devon Coast to Coast Cycling Tops

Wear the Devon Flag with pride! The DC2CC cycling tops- much sort after from last year- are now for sale! But they are going fast, so make sure you get your order in quickly! For sizing and design, please see http://www.coast-coast.co.uk/tops.html . Then call Mark on 07789380098 to try one on. We are selling at cost price- £28.80- a great price for such a quality top, with a 2/3 zipper.

Register Online Now!

In conjunction with our new partnership with Dynamica Solutions, we are proud to announce that you can register online NOW for this year’s ride. Simply visit www.coast-coast.co.uk, follow the registration link- and get your name up on the site!

Wow- what a lot has gone on this month! The ride is looking amazing, with the start now at The Landmark Theatre, Ilfracombe; the mid day stop is at the great location of North Tawton Rugby Club (you just wait- trust us on this one!)—and the last 10 miles- well, you will see!

As always, feel free to contact me on simon@coast-coast.co.uk with any thoughts, questions and queries. As the changes show, we do listen, and want to give you the rider the most amazing day as we can. We are the original and we think the best Devon charity cycle ride, and look forward to seeing you all again in June.

Simon