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Ride Cymru: Pioneer Event

Event Type Cycle
Date 11/09/2025
Location Wales
Registration Fee SOLD OUT
Fundraising Target £1600
Level Tough

 

The Challenge

Threshold Sports, the team behind the legendary Ride Across Britain, are excited to announce the launch of RideCymru, a new icon of UK cycling.

Across three epic days, RideCymru will traverse 250 miles of the most beautiful and scenic landscapes Wales has to offer, from soaring mountain passes to lush river valleys, on a journey from North to South. Along the way, riders will be treated to an experience rooted in Welsh culture with food, drink and entertainment sourced from local communities.

What is the Pioneer Event?

Limited to 50 riders, special guests, and media, the Pioneer Event is your chance to be amongst the first to experience RideCymru. Riding in guided groups with GPX file support, you’ll enjoy three nights in hotel accommodation, with all food provided, on and off the bike.

The event is currently sold out but you can register on their waitlist here. There will be a 2026 event so watch this space for when registrations open in September this year!
 

Watch the webinar!

You can find out more about the brand new event and watch the webinar here.

  • Welcome pack with fundraising help and materials
  • Free cycling top to represent us on the day
  • A detailed training guide and personalised support from our experts
  • Access to our Facebook group where you can get support from other cyclists
  • Support from our dedicated events team to help you smash your fundraising target
  • You'll be riding in guided groups with GPX file support, you’ll enjoy three nights in hotel accommodation, with all food provided, on and off the bike.
  • There will be pit stops with a selection of snacks for all participants including a variety of sweet and savoury options. Water will also be available.
  • There will be mechanical support at the start of each day, out on the road, at the pit stops and at Basecamp.
  • You’ll take home an exclusive Pioneer’s jersey to wear with pride.

The route

RideCymru is a stunning three-day ride that takes you through the wild heart of Wales, from the North coast to the capital.

  • Day 1: Llandudno to Machynlleth
    88 miles / 7,700ft
  • Day 2: Machynlleth to Brecon
    85 miles / 8,500ft
  • Day 3: Brecon to Cardiff
    84 miles / 6,300ft

You can find out more on the website here.

Fundraising

By signing up to this challenge we ask that you commit to raising a minimum sponsorship of £1600 if you have a charity place. We'll be setting milestones along the way to help you reach your target, alongside lots of resources and fundraising support.

Set up your 2025 page here

FAQs

You can find a full list of recommended kit to bring, on the Rider's Hub here.

Participants must be aged 18 years or above by the start of the event to be allowed to enter the event

There will be mechanical support at the start of each day, out on the road, at the pit stops and at Basecamp.

The mechanical teams will have a wide range of spares to ensure everyone has the best chance of finishing the route. If you have a problem with your bike the mechanical team will aim to fix it free of charge, but any parts will be charged at retail price. These will need to be paid for at the time of repair. You are expected to be able to repair your own punctures.

In worst-case scenarios, the mechanical team will be able to lend you a spare bike to keep you on the road while your bike is being repaired.

If you have a problem out on the road that isn’t a puncture, then you can call the Event Control Mechanical Support number which will be on your bike number and the mechanic team will come and find you as soon as possible.

Please see the full bike repair kit list on the Rider Hub.

We'll send out your cycling jersey 6 weeks before the event. Please make sure you let us know if your address or size has changed. Please refer to our sizing guide. Just drop us an email.

If you’re collecting money on a JustGiving page, there’s nothing you need to do, your sponsorship comes directly to us.

If you have collected any cash, you can bank it and pay in using one of these options: 

  • Pay the donations directly onto your JustGiving page if you have one.
  • Pay in online using our secure payment page.
  • Send a cheque made payable to Alzheimer’s Society to Alzheimer’s Society, Please include our paying in form so we have your event details.
  • Pay over the phone with a credit or debit card. Call our lovely customer care team on 0300 222 5808.
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