Guide Dogs wants a world in which all blind and partially-sighted people enjoy the same rights, opportunities and responsibilities as everyone else.

Our mission is to provide guide dogs and other mobility services that increase the independence and dignity of blind and partially-sighted people. We campaign for improved rehabilitation services and unhindered access for all blind and partially-sighted people.

Do something amazing; take up the charity challenge and help Guide Dogs.

King of the Mountains – Le Tour Cycle Challenge

After eight consecutive sell out years, the Guide Dogs Le Tour Cycle Challenge is changing.

For 2010 we’re planning on giving you an even greater Tour de France experience. You will have the opportunity to experience the same cols and mountains that have tested the greatest cycling legends.

“I just wanted to say what a fantastic event it was and well organised, clichés such as ‘memorable’ and a ‘true challenge’ don’t really do it justice” Martin Senior

“This is the best event for the people, the scenery, the climbs, the vibe, the thrill of it all, being a bike rider on the road with just fantastic support and nothing to worry about apart from turning the pedals, an absolute dream on a bike and living those dreams!”
Alistair Mitchell, Le Tour 2005-2009 cyclist

Two support vehicles will ensure you remain hydrated and fed throughout each stage. Breakfast, dinner and a comfy hotel bed will have you ready and eager for each new alpine day. All luggage will de transported to and from each night’s accommodation, and will be waiting for you when you arrive after a fantastic day in the saddle. There will also be a massage service available to relax tired muscles each evening.

You can find out more information on how to be a part of Le Tour Challenge by contacting Will on 0845 600 6787 or we can call you back. You can also read more about the itinerary and further details.

“It was great cycling and fabulous views but what made it truly great were the wonderful people, the sense of personal achievement, because it is a very tough challenge.” Robert Smith

This really is your chance to become King of the Mountains and help to raise valuable funds for Guide Dogs.

Itinerary:

21 August – Arrive in Toulouse and transfer to the hotel.

22 August – The ride will start in Pamiers and will follow Stage 15 with a fairly easy first day to St Girons.

23 August – Day two of the ride will leave St Girons on the 23rd and cover the Col du Portet d’Aspet (5.8km at 6.8%), the Col des Ares (6.1km at 4.7%) and the Port de Bales (19.2km at 6.2%0, finishing in Bagneres de Luchon.

24 August – Day three will leave SBagneres on Stage 16, heading towards Pau, and cover: Peyresourde (11km at 7.4%), Col d’Aspin (12.3km at 6.3%) ansd the Col du Tourmalet (17.1km at 7.4%). Finishing the first leg in Argeles Gazost.

25 August – Day Four will leave Argeles and climb: Cols d’Aubisque and Soulour 19km at 5.3% and 5.4km at 6% combined, before dropping into Pau.

26th and 27th August – the riders will cover Stage 17, from Pau, back to the top of the Tourmalet, the scene of this year’s Etape du Tour, covering : Marie-Blanque (9.5km at 7.5%); Soulour (again – from the opposite side) (22km at 4.9%), Col du Tourmalet (19km at 7.4% – again from the opposite side). Stage 17 will be split into two days, staying at Aucun overnight.

28 August – back to Toulouse for the flights home.

Fundraising target: £1700 per person
Registration fee: £99 per person

You can find out more information on how to be a part of Le Tour Challenge by contacting Will on 0845 600 6787 or email events@guidedogs.org.uk.

You can also visit our page on the Sports Tours International website.