Bike Bath offering alternative challenges after cancellation

The team behind the Bike Bath summer sportive have launched a summer-long activity series to inspire new and expereienced cyclists.

Bath-based Iconic Cycling Events has unveiled the Bike Bath 2020 Medal Rides, a series of self-supported events designed to replace the ninth Bike Bath sportive, which had been due to take place last weekend (July 5).

With all cycling sportives and mass-participation sporting events cancelled or postponed until later in the year, those looking for an incentive to maintain their active lifestyles or work towards a new challenge have limited options.

In response, Iconic Cycling Events has replaced this year’s Bike Bath event with a series of rides that cyclists can tackle over the summer and, should they choose one, be rewarded with a medal.

Riders will receive route details following registration and can navigate their route via the new Iconic Events

App. They will also receive route notes including local highlights, an indication of facilities such as rest rooms, shops, and refreshment opportunities for each route. The Medal Rides will run until September 30, with riders of all abilities offered a choice of the best routes from across the years of Bike Bath.

Jacko Jackson, event manager at Iconic Cycling Events, said: “We have outlined a three-month window for riders to complete their chosen Bike Bath Medal Rides in order to ensure that multiple groups of riders will not to be out on the roads at the same time, but we do hope the rides can play a significant role in attracting visitors to the region’s fantastic shops, pubs and cafes this summer.

To sign up for one or more of the Bike Bath 2020 Medal Rides, visit: www.bikebath.co.uk.

The cost of entry is £3 per person per route plus an eighteen pence booking fee.