http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ CityCyclingEdinburgh Forum » Topic: Edinburgh Sportive against homelessness en Sun, 19 Apr 2026 20:48:01 +0000 http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=12599#post-149249 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 12:57:07 +0000 Focus 149249@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>I've ridden the last two (102m) sportives, and they are a good challenge. The route is generally well-planned (and it's not always possible to find roads that are both quiet <em>and</em> well-surfaced), the feed stops are stocked with a good variety of nutrition and all the volunteers who make it possible are very friendly and encouraging. Hannah and her team have done a great job. Even cold, a macaroni pie at the end is the height of luxury!</p> <p>I'm hoping to ride again this year if I can get cover for other commitments. Fingers crossed for more consistently warm weather as being 'out in the wilds' in freezing cold mist is definitely less fun. It's a proper charity event though, so you know your money isn't lining pockets of corporate organiser. </p> http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/topic.php?id=12599#post-149190 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 09:52:38 +0000 alexischaudanson 149190@http://citycyclingedinburgh.info/bbpress/ <p>Bethany Christian Trust, an Edinburgh based charity, is inviting serious amateur cyclists to take part in its 6th annual Sportive, on 7th of June. The Sportive provides an exciting challenge of a 102 or 72 mile route around the Scottish Borders. Leaving from Lasswade High School at 8 AM, riders will head south to Innerleithen running through the amazing landscapes of the Moorfoot Hills before heading back to Lasswade. The shorter route is proposed to those who feel unable to finish the 102 within 8 hours or less. This event is above all an occasion to help people who are homeless or those at risk to lose their home in Scotland. As a result of their participation, riders will help hundreds of homeless and vulnerable people to lead a better future.</p> <p>Entries are limited to 400 participants, sign up now before it’s too late! <a href="http://www.entrycentral.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.entrycentral.com</a><br /> Any participants hoping to register for a FREE sponsored place must email Laurie BEFORE they sign up through Entry Central: <a href="mailto:sportive@bethanychristiantrust.com">sportive@bethanychristiantrust.com</a><br /> Visit our website for more information: <a href="http://www.edinburghsportive.btik.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.edinburghsportive.btik.com</a> </p>