Velopace Big Dipper

Simon Whiten

Velopace Big Dipper

Looking for an event to ride this weekend? The Big Dipper takes place in Sussex this Sunday, 12th Oct, with both 100 mile or 60 mile routes, but you need to get your entries in by Thursday…

 
So why is it called the Big Dipper? Velopace wanted to put on a sportive that really reflected what East Sussex is about; just take a look at the profile and you’ll see why they call it the Big Dipper…
 
The HQ is at the Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux, where you can learn about all things starry, including the Big Dipper, aka The Plough, Ursa Major and sometimes the Starry Plough, and all entrants receive a discounted family entry for the day.
 

 
The Velopace Big Dipper Sportive – Sunday 12 October 2014
 
Big Dipper entries close at 8pm on Thursday 9th October. Best get your entry in now!
 
The Velopace Big Dipper Sportive
 
Details: The Velopace Big Dipper sportive is designed to follow some of the quietest and most challenging country roads in East Sussex & Kent, providing 100 miles of memorable riding. Event entry entitles you to discounted entry to Herstmonceux Science Centre.
 
Distance: 164 kilometres
 
Ascent: 2274 metres
 
Difficulty: 4/5
 
Price: £25 Online Entry
 
Start: The Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux, East Sussex BN27 1RN
 
Strava: app.strava.com/routes/594237
 

 
The Velopace Little Dipper Sportive
 
Details: The Little Dipper sportive is 66 miles and takes in many of the roads that the Big Dipper follows. Event entry entitles you to discounted entry to Herstmonceux Science Centre.
 
Distance: 107 kilometres
 
Ascent: 1592 metres
 
Difficulty: 3/5
 
Price: £20 Online Entry
 
Start: The Observatory Science Centre at Herstmonceux, East Sussex BN27 1RN
 
Strava: app.strava.com/routes/622867
 

 
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