EVENT DETAILS
EVENT DETAILS
Join Colliers Rob Whatmuff (Head of Leeds), James Onions (Director of PBC) and other Colliers employees who would love for you to join them on Friday 7th June 2024 for a day out of the office to do business by bike at the Colliers Sportif North.
This year, to participate in Colliers Sportif North please donate a minimum of £30 to Colliers Gives chosen Charity ‘Yorkshire Air Ambulance’, an independent charity providing a lifesaving rapid response emergency service to 5 million people across the whole of Yorkshire. 100% of the donations received will go to the charity. Donations will also be available to make on the day via a QR code.
With two routes to choose from , everyone is welcome. Please check out the routes below. Colliers look forward to welcoming you.
DATE: Friday 7th June 2024
TIME: Coffee and networking from 8:30am. Ride starts at 9:30am.
LOCATION: Crimple Hall, Leeds Road, Pannal, Harrogate, HG3 1EW
WHAT TO EXPECT
Join us pre-ride for morning coffee and networking. Our expert mechanic will be on hand to assist with any minor mechanicals before you set out on the route. We'll then set off in small groups (with allocated group leaders), so that you can enjoy riding with other like-minded riders.
We'll stop en route to refuel at our very own Feed Station. We'll then grab some additional snacks, fill our pockets with sports nutrition and refill our water bottles ready to take on the second half of the ride.
After the ride we'll continue networking over afternoon tea back at Crimple Hall.
ROUTE
Here are our route options for the Colliers Sportif North.
50 Mile Route
30 Mile Route
WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT COLLIERS?
Colliers Leeds office provides a range of commercial real estate advisory services. Providing tailored solutions for clients based on comprehensive knowledge of local markets, and the opportunities they offer to occupiers, landlords, and developers.
Rob leads the Colliers Industrial & Logistics team who work with developers, investors, and occupiers of all sizes to provide all-encompassing solutions tailored to your needs. Whether you are looking to invest, develop, lease or manage industrial or logistics units, Colliers are perfectly positioned to help you maximise opportunities.
James leads the Colliers Project and Building Consultancy team for UK regions. He is passionate about exceeding client expectations and providing best in class professional services as his clients trusted adviser. Our highly specialised team of more than 200 surveyors and project managers provide expert advice, a hands-on approach, to skilfully solve problems and keep your acquisition or project moving forward efficiently. We have an excellent reputation built on delivering exceptional service to all our clients - from small residential buildings to large complex multi-million commercial developments.
Visit www.colliers.com for more information
Or reach out to
Rob Whatmuff on +44 7703 393145, or via robert.whatmuff@colliers.com
James Onions on +44 7469 391852 , or via james.onions@colliers.com
FINISHER KIT
Order your 2025 Struggle finisher jersey to wear with pride.
Must pre-order! Jerseys are not available to purchase at the event.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Event Info
What support is on the route?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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?
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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