This is a 75 mile cycle event raising money for charity which offers riders the opportunity to take in some of the countries most iconic climbs, Holme Moss, for example, has featured in cycling events at the highest level for over half a century.

The ride is named after Britain’s first Tour de France stage winner who has an impressive list of cycling achievements,.  Brain is also President of the Dave Rayner Fund.

This event was previously run as the Kirklees Sportive, and last year 300 riders braved the weather to take part. this year  we have retained  the key elements of an enjoyable cycling experience and taken into account riders comments from previous years

The event will start near Huddersfield and quickly takes in the first Pennine climb, this will allow riders to select the pace for their ride. From the heights of the Pennines we descend before again sharply rising to tackle the daddy of them all, Holme Moss 

The climb from Holmebridge now has distance markers on the surface to allow riders to count down the climb and truly feel the experience, the summit being marked with signs.

The scene is then set for a roller coaster ride encircling the scenery made famous by BBCs Last of the Summer Wine, before finishing with a fast descent to the event HQ.

There are many options for riders to cut short and head back to base, but don’t forget to come back next year to complete the event.

The previous rides have so far donated over £7000 to worthy charities.