THE charity version of The Tour de France 2018 - just one week ahead of the pros.
On Saturday 30th June 2018, the "Le Loop" riders, like the Tour de France Pros, will start cycling from Vendée - Pays de la Loire, continuing to follow all 21 stages of the 2018 Tour de France route, staying 7 days ahead of the professionals and finishing 3329 km later, on Sunday 22nd July on the Champs Elysees in Paris, that's after a punishing 49,000m (160,000 feet) of climbing. Whether cycling one day or multiple days, this is a heroic undertaking. It will hurt!
Please sponsor a cyclist by going to the William Wates Memorial Trust page
Entries are closed for 2018, but if you fancy a real challenge, then Register your Interest for Le Loop 2019
The majority of cyclists will ride a ‘Loop’ package of between two and ten days – a true test of stamina, on average burning 7,000 calories a day. Stages range from the shorter, flatter time-trial stage to those with 30km climbs, 12% hill gradients and up to five mountains! We also offer a limited number of places for ‘Grand Loopers’ : cyclists who will take on the staggering challenge of completing the entire route.
Whichever challenge you choose, this is an awe-inspiring opportunity to experience the greatest sporting test in the world.
And if you haven’t cycled in France before, be prepared for spectacular scenery, wonderful roads, friendly drivers and excellent bakery produce.
