week 10 - Couch to 100km Challenge 2026

***** The Final Ride *****
This week sees us complete our Couch to 100km Challenge with the ‘big one’. The ride is 100 km (62.2miles), starting from the Moredon Sports Hub and finishing at the Tawny Owl Pub in Taw Hill (we have been cycling past it over the duration of the course).
The route posted is a preliminary option, which will be confirmed once weather conditions are known. There will be two café stops and the aim is that as we started this challenge as a single group 10 weeks ago, we will also finish it as one group ie we will cycle the last section together and arrive at the finish at the same time. The finishing medals will be awarded to qualifying riders at the Tawny Owl, and riders are welcome to have a celebratory drink afterwards.
We welcome anyone to join and ride with us, whether this is your first time or someone who has participated on previous rides. We will never leave anyone behind. Riders who have missed previous rides / weeks are always welcome to join this weeks ride. All we ask is that new riders arrive approximately 20 minutes before scheduled start time.

** Please note that the challenge is now at week 10, where the distance is circa 100km (62.2miles) , which a approximately 5-6 hours of cycling. If you are new to endurance cycling, this ride may not be the most suitable for you. Please reach out to us using the message system. We regularly host shorter rides, details of which are available via the Lets Ride web site

Please bring a bottle for your bike with your favourite thirst quencher and snacks to keep you going. For all your rides we recommend that you bring a spare inner tube that is suitable for your bike, plus a pump. We request that all riders wear a cycle helmet (compulsory for children). If your wheels are bolted on, then please bring a spanner that fits your bike’s wheel nuts. You should dress appropriately for the weather and consider bringing your mobile phone along with cash or a debit card. Some places only accept card payments these days.