In my second year cycling, I have developed a new appreciation for Mark Twain's wisdom. Riding a bike for the first time in his 40's, he said the hardest thing about learning was the pavement. But he persevered saying “Learn to ride a bicycle. You will not regret it if you live.”
One year on I'm still peddling. So this year I made another commitment to complete a charity ride of 520km from Le Puy to Cannes in France over 3 days. There's 8,373m of mountains to climb this time.
The aim of my cycle is to raise at least £1000 for Coram, the UK’s first children’s charity. I have already paid for the full cost of participating in the ride, and all the money you donate will go directly to Coram. I find Coram so appealing because they support people at a time in their lives when it can make the most difference to their futures: when they have so much potential.
Every day they offer direct, practical help and emotional support to vulnerable children and young people. Your donation will help support services for children including therapy, homeless outreach, foster care and adoption. So please support a great cause and give young children the opportunity to grow into confident successful adults who can one day choose to climb their own mountainsWelcome to the Wembley Park Cycle to MAPIC registration page. We are here to support you all of the way, from training rides & spin classes, to social and information evenings. The Wembley Park Cycle to MAPIC is not only a fantastic networking and fundraising experience but a team effort that encompases a sense of community and friendship that lasts a lifetime. We very much look forward to sharing this experience with you over the coming months.
Entry to the Wembley Park Cycle to MAPIC costs £1,699.
Over three days cyclists will ride from Le Puy en Velay to the MAPIC property fair in Cannes, covering approximately 520km. Riders will experience road cycling from an elite rider’s perspective, including a full crew comprising technical support, medics, sports therapists, motorcycle outriders and lead car, as well as UK support staff, leaving you free to concentrate on turning the pedals and raising money for Club Peloton’s charity partners.
What is included:
- Hotel accommodation for the period 9-11 November inclusive (B&B)
- Dinner for the period 9-11 November inclusive
- Lunch for the period 10-12 November inclusive
- Bike transport from London to Le Puy en Velay
- Flight from London to Lyon on 9 November
- Coach transfer from Lyon to Le Puy en Velay
- Coffee, tea and snacks whilst on the road
- Mechanical backup (labour only)
- Lead car, motorcycle outriders, paramedic and sports therapy support
- Bike transport from Cannes back to London for your collection
Not included:
- Holiday, Travel, Medical and Bike Insurance
- Mechanical spares
- Alcohol and soft drinks at lunch and dinner
- MAPIC entry
- Return travel from Cannes to the UK
You must also commit to raise an additional £1,000 minimum in fundraising.
A refund minus a non-refundable deposit of £299 is available until Friday 6th September.
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