The High Peak Hog Sportive 2014

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EVENT DATE

Sunday 11th May 2014

LOCATION

Glossop, Derbyshire

EVENT SUMMARY

First run last year and returning for a second time in 2014 with an increased entry to 350 riders. Organised by Glossop Kinder Velo Cycling Club to promote their club and cycling in the Peak District National Park.

ROUTE INFORMATION

Two route options –

  • The Half Hog – 50 miles with over 5,500 feet of climbing
  • The Whole Hog – 83 miles with over 9,000 feet of climbing –

“The two routes diverge at Ladybower Reservoir of ‘The Dambusters’ fame. The Whole Hog goes along the idyllic Edale Valley leading to a twisting ascent of Mam Nick ramping up to 21% and a feed station at the top. You are then rewarded with a stunning descent through Winnat’s Pass, by Speedwell Cavern and on to Castleton followed by another steep and long climb up by Peveril Castle. There follows a gentle ascent to Abney gliding club and a flowing, long descent to the market town of Hathersage. The route then climbs to the gritstone cliffs of Stanage edge and returns to Ladybower Reservoir where the two routes converge”

EVENT FACILITIES

  • Choice of waymarked route options
  • Electronic timing
  • Porridge and hot drinks before start included
  • Event photographer

START LOCATION

Glossop Cricket Club
North Road
Glossop
SK13 7AS

Map

ENTRY DETAILS

Website entry – Yes (entry link)

On the day entry –

ENTRY PRICE

  • TBC

ORGANISERS WEBSITE

Glossop Kinder Velo