Press release: Routes and special guest confirmed for Bike Chester 2017
Popular new cycling event Bike Chester returns on Sunday 11 June 2017. The organisers are
pleased to confirm three new routes for this year, as well as the opportunity to ride with Tour of
Britain star Yanto Barker.
Bike Chester features a choice of 25, 50 or 80 mile routes, starting and finishing at The King’s
School, which will host an event village with food, drink and exhibitors. The event is sponsored
for a second year by Redrow Homes, who will be giving riders the chance to bike and fly on the
same day, thanks to their signature balloon.
Other sponsors include Deeside based Witter Bike racks and clothing company Le Col, so
participants will also get the opportunity to ride with ITV sports presenter and Tour of Britain star
Yanto Barker. Having founded Le Col towards the end of his professional cycling career, Yanto
will be riding in the event as well as showcasing his high-end clothing range. He says:
“I’ve raced in Chester before as part of the Tour Series, but this should a bit more laid back. I’ll
be doing the 80-mile route and I’m looking forward to meeting the local riders.”
The event will support a number of local good causes, including Ronald McDonald House and
Hospice of the Good Shepherd. Riders can raise sponsorship for a nominated charity, or simply
donate when they register.
2016’s first edition attracted glowing praise from riders. Regular sportive participant Vinni
Gunnessee described it as “An amazing event, super organisation and by far the most
challenging and enjoyable event I’ve done this year.
“The scenery was beautiful and with the little added extras it felt more than just a bike ride.”
Supported by Chester based cycling shop, the Bike Factory, entries for the event are available
now from http://www.bikechester.co.uk/ , priced at £35 for the two short routes, £25 for the 25
mile route and £12 for under 16s. Entry includes food, digital timing, a finisher’s medal and
mechanical support. Prices are subject to a small booking fee.
Notes for editors:
1. Bike Chester is organised by Iconic Cycling Events (ICE), an operating division of
Breathing Space Activities Limited. The business specialises in designing and delivering
high quality outdoor events for a broad range of clients. Its events include Bike Bath, the
Yorkshire Pedalthon, Bike Oxford, and Bike Chester. See
http://www.iconiccyclingevents.co.uk/ for more details.
2. Bike Chester is a cyclosportive format event, with an emphasis on personal challenge.
Riders are given a finishing time but the event as a whole is non-competitive. All routes
are fully signed and feed stations, first aiders and mechanical support are provided.
3. Please credit on-course photos to “Sportive Photo”.
4. Photos from the 2016 event can be viewed at https://flic.kr/s/aHskChn8zj - please
contact us if you wish to use any. There is a short video of last year’s event at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gLOxmpwe70
5. For further info contact Antony de Heveningham, [email protected] (0771)
265 0857