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CELEBRATING 10 YEARS SINCE THE 2014 TOUR DE FRANCE GRAND DEPART

Sunday 7th July 2024 | Roundhay Park, Leeds

Join us to retrace the original Tour de France Grand Depart route ridden by the professional riders back in 2014, as we celebrate Yorkshire cycling at its best. While hardcore cyclists are invited to test their fitness over the full 230 km ride, there's 120 km and 70 km route options that will treat every aspiring rider to the best of God's Own County by bike. 

Entries Open Friday 8th March at 12 noon

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230 KM

Can you take on the full route the pros rode including the iconic Yorkshire climbs of Cote de Buttertubs Pass and Cote de Grinton Moor?

230 KM Route

120 KM

Enjoy the best cycling roads along the Wharfedale Valley and test your legs over the stunning climb Cote de Skyreholme before the final push up Pot Bank and home.

120 KM Route

70 KM

Enjoy West Yorkshire's quiet countryside roads and challenge yourself over the infamous Norwood Edge before the last climb up Bland Hill to the summit.

70 KM Route
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REVIVE THE ACTION

Join us to celebrate that phenomenal weekend of cycling in Yorkshire and retrace the route of the 2014 Tour de France Grand Depart.

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RAISE FUNDS FOR MND

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The event will raise funds for the Rob Burrow Centre for Motor Neurone Disease Appeal as well as the MND Association.

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GREAT ROUTES

Expertly constructed routes taking in stunning scenery and bucket-list climbs including detailed signposting and accurate GPX routes.

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FEED STOPS

Well-stocked feed stations including the best sports nutrition on the market plus extra snacks ideal for endurance cyclists.

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ROVING SUPPORT

Full support from expert mechanics and medics throughout the route plus a sag wagon following the riders.

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FINISHER MERCH

Finisher medals and water bottles for all riders plus the option to order a finisher jersey as a memento of your achievement.

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DELIVERED BY LEADING CYCLING EVENTS COMPANY STRUGGLE EVENTS, SPONSORED BY LEEDS-BASED ADVANCED DIGITAL DELIVERY CONSULTANCY AXIOLOGIK AND SUPPORTED BY LEEDS CITY COUNCIL. 

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Martin

Superb course & stunning scenery, signage, information given before & during the ride was brilliant. Marshals were placed exactly where needed and the quality of the food & drink at the feed stations was the best I have ever had. Congratulations on a fantastic event!

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Kevin

Absolutely fantastic event! By far the hardest thing I've ever done but it's supposed to be hard (they don't call it Struggle for nothing!). Superb friendly organisation, so well signposted even I didn't get lost once, savage climbs and stunning scenery. The route is absolutely brilliant but don't underestimated it. With plenty of training and determination it's perfectly doable though.

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Matt

If you are looking for a seriously well organised sportive then these guys are for you. I am doing their Struggle Dales again this year and know I will receive a professional day with a brilliant atmosphere. To me it feels very premium and they partner with premium brands too. I very much enjoy their social media content too. Keep up the good work guys and I hope to take part in your events for many years to come!

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Simon

These guys know how to organise a quality event! Highly recommended!

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Ian

First class organisation, starting/finish location, route and feed stops. Wicked climbs but very rewarding. Great atmosphere all round and lovely weather to boot. Message to the Struggle team - keep doing what you're doing.

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Ian

I have been fortunate to have done maybe 100+ sportives over the last ten years and I just wanted to say that the event on Sunday is up there with the best . Best route , clear sign posting , well organised , great enthusiasm from all helpers especially at food stops - Victoria's greeting at the end , the medal , the college setting - the fact that the photos's are free too - nice touch

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Howard

This ride needs six stars , five just ain't cutting it.Organisation, stocked up feed stations, routing ,planning out of the top drawer.The feeling of achievement at the end for a mere mortal will stay with me for a long time.

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Nick

I’d just like to say thank you to you and the team for putting on another spectacular event with amazing planning and execution.From signing on, to the well stocked feed stations and from the route signs to the finishers event; it was all brilliant. The mechanics were attentive and always on hand to help and them we had the guys ringing the cow bells at the top of the climbs to encourage everyone. Just awesome.

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FAQ

If you have any other questions about the event please don't hesitate to get in touch with Struggle Events. Our friendly team are happy to help: hq@ridethestruggle.com

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