RNRMCA Riders in Sportive Action on Dartmoor

Sunday 28th July saw the third running of the annual Dartmoor Classic Sportive Ride across Dartmoor. West Country RNRMCA riders were out in force for this challenging ride.

Sportive Rides continue to be popular throughout the UK and form some of the best mass participation events for the budding cyclist. With a variety of distances to choose from and a guarantee of some friendly company along the way there has never been a better way to challenge yourself whilst working out and meeting new friends.

The Dartmoor classic has continued to grow in the 3 years it has run. This years event sold out in no time and members from the RNRMCA were there in numbers to fly the flag. With 2 distances to choose from either 101 miles or 64 miles riders were set a challenge. The moors can be an unforgiving place with some long climbs and exposed stretches letting riders feel the full effects of the wind.

All photographs are published by kind permission of Mark Gorman (many thanks Mark) who braved the elements to cheer the guys on. If you took part in the ride and wish to share your experince then please fwd a short dit to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for inclusion.

If you fancy a crack at next years ride or think you are ready now to step up to the plate then get yourself going to everyday cycling's website for details of sportive rides near you.