There a number of events organised each year out with the main Etape Caledonia closed road cycle event. Here we list the events that we are aware of. If you have any events that you would like to have included in this list please e-mail admin@cyclehighlandperthshire.com
Sunday 18th May 2008
Etape Caledonia closed road cycle event
The race is open to anyone from 18 to 80 years old
81miles or 130Km.
This is Britain's only closed road race where cyclists for a change have the roads to themselves. All participants will be required to maintain an average speed of 12 mph around the course. This is to ensure that roads are reopened to the schedule agreed by the authorities. www.etapecaledonia.co.uk
Saturday 7th June
Trees and Crannog Bike Ride
Join us on a 15 – 20 mile road ride around Aberfeldy, with optional visit to the Crannog
Location: Aberfeldy
Booking Essential on 01738 476564
Sunday 8th and 22nd and Saturday 14th and 28th June
Family Bike Ride
A ride for all abilities. Each route (10 –15 miles) is designed for families and riders of all abilities.
Location: Crieff (8th), Perth (14th), Rattray (22nd), Dunkeld (28th).
Booking Essential on 01738 476564
Saturday 14th to Sunday 22nd June
Bike Week
Lots of events, activities and rides taking place across Perth and Kinross.
See local press and website www.pkc.gov.uk/cycling
Location: Across Perth and Kinross
Saturday 5th July
Mountain Bike Safari
Join us on a mountain biking safari! Experience of mountain biking and a good level of fitness required. A small charge may apply.
Location: Dull near Aberfeldy
Booking Essential on 01738 476564
Sunday 20th July
By Cycle Sunday Ride
Join a group of cyclists of all abilities as we head out for a 30 – 40 mile road ride usually with refreshment stop. Experience of road cycling is desirable but not essential.
Location: Meet at the Bells Sports Centre, Perth
Booking Essential on 01738 476564
22 July 2008
Family Biking Adventure
Atholl Estates Ranger Service
Meeting place given on booking Blair Atholl 12noon-3pm
We explore by bike. All ages welcome but must be able to cycle proficiently. Please bring lunch. Booking Essential. Admission - Adults £4, Children £2 Contact - Atholl Estates Ranger Service Telephone - 01796 481355 Email: pf@atholl-estates.co.uk Web www.athollestatesrangerservice.co.uk
16 August 2008
Aberfeldy Middle Distance Triathlon
Aberfeldy Recreation Centre Aberfeldy
Triathlon Race - swim, bike & run.
Admission - Categories - Sport & Activities
Contact - Aberfeldy Recreation Centre Telephone - 01887 820922 Sunday 31st August
CTC Ride
Join the CTC to cycle in and around Pitlochry. Distance of about 200kms. Participants must be members of CTC or Audax UK or join as temporary member.
More information on http://www.ctc.org.uk/ or http://www.audax.uk.net/
Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st September 2008
Cycle Cairngorms Sportive
A 2-day charity cycle around the beautiful Cairngorms National Park, and down through Glenshee and Pitlochry starting and finishing at Coylumbridge near Aviemore www.cyclecairngorms.org