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BDOVELO NORTH

£25.00

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EVENT DETAILS

INVITATION ONLY 

Date: 8:30am on Thursday 2nd May 2024
Location: Utopia at Broughton Hall 
CHARITY: Leeds Hospitals Charity

Join us for the BDOVELO NORTH; business networking out on the bikes surrounded by the best of Yorkshire's stunning landscape and our favourite cycling roads.  


BDO Corporate Cycling Event

On The Day 

• Business networking over breakfast rolls & coffee

• Stunning 40 or 30 mile route on quiet country lanes

• Structured speed-dating style group rides

• Choice of ability groups with expert ride leaders

• Mid-ride cafe stop with coffee and cake

• Support car and roving mechanic 

• Fantastic post-ride buffet lunch at Utopia 

• Finisher’s goodie bag


BDO Corporate Cycling Event

The Routes 

Charity 

The BDO team are pleased to be supporting Leeds Hospitals Charity and kindly ask for a commitment fee donation to this worthy charity. 


BDO Corporate Cycling Event

Utopia at Broughton Hall

Utopia, situated on the Broughton Hall Estate in Yorkshire, is the ideal private hire event venue or meeting space for business. Enclosed is private gardens, Utopia is an ideal place to combine indoor and outdoor event spaces. 


Utopia at Broughton Hall

About BDO Velo 

BDOVELO is about building relationships and doing business while out riding. Off the bike there are plenty of opportunities to hear from cycling experts and people passionate about life involving two wheels', as well as hearing about the latest trends in cycling. Find out more about BDOVELO >>


FINISHER KIT

Order your 2025 Struggle finisher jersey to wear with pride.

Must pre-order! Jerseys are not available to purchase at the event.

WHY RIDE WITH STRUGGLE?

EXCEPTIONAL RIDER SUPPORT

  • Fully signposted route & GPX files provided
  • Roadside safety and encouragement marshals
  • Mechanical support and rider hotline for assistance
  • Roving mechanical support
  • Broomwagon recovery vehicle

OPTIMAL FEED STATIONS

We pride ourselves in providing what riders need, when they need it, so get around our epic routes in the best shape. Our feed stations are stocked with the best sports nutrition from Maurten and we also provide tasty energy bars from Veloforte.

CLASS MEDAL & BIDON

Every rider deserves recognition after a Struggle. You'll get one of our iconic Struggle medals around your neck and also go home with a Struggle bidon to show off your achievement on the bike.

COLD BATH BEER

Thanks to our partners Cold Bath Brewery, every rider can celebrate their achievement at the finish line with their refreshing 1571 alcohol-free beer in our finish village.

INSTANT RESULTS

While we're here for a fun time as well as a fast time, we publish results instantly as you cross the line so you can see how you fared and check out if you hit a Gold, Silver or Bronze time.

FREE PHOTOS

At Struggle you don't need to pay extra for a photo of yourself. We pay the best cycling photographers instead, so we can give everyone an epic memento of your pain face.

4 RIDERS = VIP

Rope in Reinforcements; get your mates on the start line with you. Create a team name and get your riding buddies to sign up under your team name. Teams of four or more get VIP wrist bands allowing them to claim free pre-ride coffee for a caffeine kick and a celebratory post-ride beer.

Testimonials

"What a route, what an event. Well marked, great feed station with top notch gels and bars, brilliant pre and post atmosphere. These big rides are much better when part of an event, when you share your experience with others, it drives you on all the more and I’ll certainly be back."

Simon Warren

100 Climbs @100climbs

Frequently Asked Questions

Event Info

What support is on the route?

Our roving mechanics are on hand to get you back on the route should you have an issue. We do however recommend everyone knows how to repair a puncture and come equipt with the tools and spares to do so. We also have marshals throughout the route, roving medical support and well-stocked feed stops and a broomwagon. Our friendly team is there to ensure you succeed in completing your Struggle challenge. 

What is at the feed stops?

Our feed stops are really well stocked with the best sports nutrition on the market from Maurten. We also have super-taster energy bars from Veloforte (vegan and gluten-free but contains nuts). There's also bananas and other grab-and-go snacks like coconut macaroons, Battenberg and Soreen. Our final feeds always have our locally sourced Lishmans Pork Pies, Maurten caffeine gels and mini cans of Coca Cola for the final push for home.

How fit do I need to be?

Struggle Dales is achieveable for any ambitious road cyclist. That said, it requires prior training and preparation. With sensible pacing, optimal fuelling, proper preparation and plenty of courage, its a challenging goal worthy of the hard work. 

What are the cut off times?

There are cut off times but these are very generous to encourage everyone to make it around the route. We suggest steadier riders sign-on the day before and start as early as possible.

What is at the start/finish?

There is ample free parking at the start and finish and toilet facilities. There is a coffee van serving up a pre-ride caffeine kick and we have post ride nosh and beers at the finish. There is no running water or showers, so please come with your water bottles pre-filled. 

Where can I stay?

The start/finish is just a few miles from Harrogate Town Centre, where there is a host of hotels and B&Bs to suit all budgets. I'm afraid there is no camping/campervans allowed to stay overnight at the Army Foundation College. 

Cancellation/Defers

Can I cancel my entry?

I'm afraid we cannot cancel your place if you have entered. You can however transfer or defer your place. See below...

Can I defer my entry?

You can defer your entry to Struggle Dales 2026 or to another Struggle Event in 2025. You must do this up to one month before the event date. After this date we cannot defer your entry.

Can I transfer my entry to another rider?

You can transfer your entry to another rider up to one week before the event. You must do this officially by emailing hq@ridethestruggle.com and providing the details of your nominated rider. You must not give your entry to another rider without transferring it officially. You must provide photo ID at registration.

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