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Cycle The Wight

What is Cycle the Wight? Cycle the Wight is a circular ride around the Isle of Wight which is approx 70 miles long. There are also 2 smaller routes in addition to Cycle the Wight which are suitable for families and less experienced riders.

How far is it? Cycle the Wight is a circular ride around the Isle of Wight which is approx 70 miles long.

When does it take place? Cycle the Wight takes place on Sunday 21st September 2008 with a start time of approx 9:30am

How much does it cost to take part? Cycle The Wight (Round the Island Route approx 65 miles)                         £5  + sponsorship  Shorter Route (Half Round the Island Route and return approx 45 miles)       £5  + Sponsorship Family Route (Approx 15 miles start at Shanklin - Children free)                   £2  + sponsorship

Where can I get an application form? Application forms are available from www.bhf.org.uk/cyclethewight

Is the event sponsored? The event is not for profit and raises money for The British Heart Foundation

The Hills Killer

What is The Hills Killer? The Hills Killer is an orienteering / endurance ride which takes place between Sandown Airport and Freshwater Bay. The event is split into 3 rides; Sandown to Freshwater (7 hills), Mottistone to Freshwater (3 hills), Freshwater to Sandown/Sandown to Freshwater (14 hills). Each event requires riders to visit several checkpoints by navigating their route via a map and grid references. The grid references are posted at the start point.

How far is it? Mottistone to Freshwater (3 hills) approx 13 miles Sandown to Freshwater (7 hills) approx 26 miles Freshwater to Sandown/Sandown to Freshwater (14 hills) approx 52 miles

When does it take place The Hills Killer takes place on Sunday 14th September 2008.

Sink or Swim

What is Sink or Swim? Sink or Swim is a “ride” across the River Medina where riders navigate a pedal powered vessel across the river avoiding the water below! When does it take place? Sink or Swim takes place on Saturday 14th September 2008 on the River Medina at Seaclose Park in Newport. How much does it cost to take part? Sink or Swim is FREE of charge to enter.

Where can I get an application form? Application forms will be available from the Launch / Sink or Swim section.

Is it Safe?  Yes. We have Cowes Inshore Lifeboat on hand to provide any assistance if needed.

General Enquiries

How can I get to the Isle of Wight? Red Funnel &  Wightlink are our travel partners this year and will be offering special rates or holiday offers for participants. Visit www.redfunnel.co.uk or www.wightlink.co.uk

Do I have to bring my own bike or can I hire one? You can hire bikes from Wight Off Road – 01983 408587 / 07976740736.

Is there transport available for bikes to and from the events? Wild Horses provide transport for bikes - Tel: 01983 866080