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Ride London 2 Dublin 5 Day
Bike Adventure
Join us for an incredible ride across the UK. We will leave London behind as we cross England and Wales before cycling up the east coast of Ireland, taking in the Wicklow Mountains before finishing in Dublin with a cold Guinness.
This ride will see us leave the hustle and bustle of London behind as we ride through Windsor on our way to Newbury. Our second day has us pedalling through the Marlborough Downs and the edge of the Cotswolds before crossing the River Severn into Wales. Day three will see us riding past Newport and Cardiff through the beautiful South Wales valleys. A quick spin along the bay of Swansea before our overnight in Llanelli. Day four is an early start, as we catch the ferry from Fishgaurd just after midday and then will have 3.5 hours onboard, to rest the legs before a final 25km to our hotel. The final day will be a bit of an epic as we head to Dublin via the breathtaking Wicklow Mountains National Park.
Itinerary
Day 1
09:00 Meet your adventure Cafe Team (Safety Briefing)
10:00 Depart London
103km / 600m+
Ride Highlights - Windsor
16:00 Arrive Newbury
Day 2
07:30 Depart Newbury
127km / 1030m+
Ride Highlights - Marlborough Downs / Severn bridge crossing
18:30 Arrive Magor
Day 3
08:00 Depart Magor
115km / 1000m+
Ride Highlights - Welsh Valleys
18:00 Arrive Llanelli
Day 4
06:00 Depart Llanelli
84km / 1390m+
Ride Highlights - Pembroke Coast and South Wales mountains
12:00 Arrive Fishguard
13:00 Depart on Ferry
FERRY
17:30 Arrive Rosslare
19km / 100m+
19:00 Arrive Wexford
Day 5
07:30: Depart Wexford
149km / 1500m+
Ride Highlights - Wicklow Mountains National Park
17:30 Arrive Dublin
18:00 Arrive hotel
Day 6
Adventure Cafe leaders depart to return bikes to London
You will need to make your own onward travel arrangements from Dublin
Accommodation
We will be staying in comfortable hotel accommodation in twin rooms. A limited number of single room supplements will be available on a first come first serve basis.
What is a Level 4.0 Cycling Challenge Like?
You are now moving into the realms of serious cycling challenges. Cycling days will be up to 10 hours (stops included), or slightly less if the event stretches over several days. You should have very good cycling fitness, with good leg strength, and you should be used to putting in regular training rides most weekends - with some good long rides. Most folks will consider these rides very long, and very challenging. Expect a mixture of length and terrain (think hilly!).
How Fit Do I need to be to join a Level 4.0 ‘Bike Ride’?
To participate in these events you need to be in good cycling fitness. You probably are capable of riding at high speeds for 2 to 2.5 hours, around 23 - 25 km/hr. And you should be used to riding long distances and over hilly terrain. If you do not cycle regularly you must be of very high fitness level - and should think about converting as soon as possible and getting on to a bike - you will need to develop your specific strength and cycling technique. Do not come on these challenges without having spent plenty of time in the saddle. Training rides should be up to 60 or 70 miles, and you should have done a few like this. You should be getting out on your bike most weekends in the run up to your event, seeking out longer climbs to improve your climbing fitness for the event.
Medical Issues
Please ensure Adventure Cafe have recieved any relevant medical information
Special Notes
Please note we will have a very early start on Day 4 to ensure we make our ferry in time
Please note you will need to make your own onward travel arrangements from Dublin
Please note your bike return to London is Included (Corporate only)
Visas / Redtape
Non EU passport holders should seek travel advice
Included In Trip
5 Nights Accommodation in comfortable hotel accommodation in twin rooms
(a limited number of single rooms may be available on request)
5 Breakfasts
5 Picnic style lunches
Ferry from Fishgaurd to Rosslare
Bicycle Return to London
Cycle leader(s)
Support Vehicle
Baggage Transfers
Medical and Mechanical Assistance
Excluded From Trip
Return transport from Dublin
Pre event accommodation in London
Evening Meals (a table will be reserved for the group)
Equipment Required
Bike Items
Road Bike / Hybrid Bike / Mountain Bike (with Touring Tyres) - please call us for guidance on type of bike on a trip by trip basis
Water Bottles (bladder system/cycle water bottles)
Cycling Gloves, Bike Lock, Neck Scarf
Small Rucksack (or small pannier)
Small Holdall (for overnight gear)
Lamps (front and rear, head torch can be worn)
Under Saddle Pouch (recommended - can be used to carry asterik* items)
Duck Tape (small folded piece off the reel)*
Puncture Repair Kit*
2 x Inner Tubes*
Multi-Tool (with allen keys)*
Oil/Lube*
Pump (suitable for your valve type)
Helmet (compulsory)
Medikit
Suncream, Plasters
Vaseline, Painkillers, Sunbloc
Washkit
Pack Towel (lifesystems recommended), Soap (small bar)
Toothbrush, Toothpaste
Warm Clothing
Medium Weight Fleece, Lightweight Gloves, Fleece Hat
Cycle / Overnight Clothing
Lycra Cycling Shorts, Cotton Shorts
Long Cycling Trousers (Tights/Tracksuit Bottoms)
Cotton T-Shirts for evening
Short Sleeve Cycling T-Shirts (Dryflo type material) or Cycle Top with rear pockets
Cycling Shoes (approach shoes suitable)
Sandals / Spare Shoes for after ride
Underwear
1 Set Casual Evening Wear
1 Pair Cotton Trousers
Waterproof Clothing
1 Outer Fully Waterproof Jacket (gore-tex, e-vent) - comfortable to cycle in
1 Pair Outer Waterproof Bottoms
Other
Camera, Memory Card
Wallet, Credit Card, Cash
Sunglasses, Mobile Phone
Penknife, Snacks for Cycling Days (dried fruits, nuts, flapjacks, cereal bars etc)
Important
Make sure you do not ‘over pack’ - bring only what is essential for the trip
A final kit list will be provided in your ‘Final Joining Instructions’ pre-departure..
Safety Information
Helmets are Compulsory
Please have your bike fully serviced before this event
Headphones whilst cycling will not be permitted
Weather
We can hope for clear calm weather for this trip. However as with any UK based challenge we should still come prepared for the worst, especially on the Irish coast.
Notes on Cycling Events
This is our standard range of Cycling Challenges in the UK, Europe and further afield. However, we offer completely tailormade itineraries to your specification. Call us to discuss!
Please note that for overseas point to point cycling challenges we can transport soft cases for bike transport - but not hard cases, due to space limitations on board our support vehicles.
On all our cycling events, please pack sensibly and bring a reasonably sized soft holdall type bag.
To participate in an overseas Adventure Cafe challenge - you must carry Travel Insurance (to be for the activity you are participating in, and to include repatriation to the UK).
Please also note that you should have a good level of cycling experience and be competent to handle your bike. We ride on roads shared with other vehicles - and you need to be able to deal with this safely.
Adventure Cafe Booking Terms and Conditions
By booking an event with Adventure Cafe, you agree to these standard terms of booking. Please ensure that you read the appropriate document for your type of event carefully.
Adventure Cafe Terms & Conditions - For all types of event
To Reserve Your Space on this Challenge
You should fill in the Google Form - linked here below, and then please call us on 01823 444 246 to advise of your payment method. We can accept card payments over the phone, or Bank Transfer.
Please note that your space is not confirmed until you have received your booking receipt.
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Adventure Cafe Challenge Booking Form - For Challenge Events