What is the Lakeland Loop?
The 3rd Lakeland Loop takes place on Sunday April 11th 2010, starting from the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel in Great Langdale. The route initially climbs over Loughrigg Terrace and descends to Grasmere, from where it heads North through Keswick and climbs Whinlatter pass. From here the route heads East and South through Gosforth to Eskdale Green and the infamous Hardknott and Wrynose passes. With those challenges completed there is one final ascent from Little Langdale to reach Blea Tarn and start the descent into Great Langdale to finish at the New Dungeon Ghyll. The route is approximately 110k and can be described as very challenging. Experienced cyclists will require gear ratio of 39/27 as a minimum requirement, a compact chainset or triple chainset is strongly advised as the hardest climbs are close to the end of the route and are generally reached in a fatigued state. The event is insured by BCF and protective helmets (ANSI standard) are strongly recommended due to the steep descents found on the course.
How is the route marked? 
The route will be marked with signs and road markings. The signs will be as shown on the right and the road markings will consist of an arrow and the letters EE in yellow paint. There will be a road marking 50m before a junction, at the junction and 50m past the junction for reassurance.
Are there food stops?
There are 2 food stops which will provide cold drinks and refreshments for competitors. The first food stop is at the bottom of Whinlatter pass at Lorton Village Hall and the second is shortly after Santon Bridge at Santon Bridge Village Hall. For a more accurate description of the food stop location view the route card below.
What do i need to do before the day?
Ensure you bike is in a roadworthy condition for the route, brakes are particularly important on the descents! Print a route card and description to bring with you, the route is well marked but this will act as a back up and also has the emergency contact numbers. Bring tools, spares and some money, there is no sweeper wagon so you need to ensure that you can get back if you should have mechanical difficulties. It is strongly advised that you wear a hard shell cycling helmet (ANSI standard or similar). This is compulsory for anyone under the age of 18 on the day of the cycling event (minimum age for the event is 16 years on the day).
What do i need to do on the day?
You will need to register when you arrive and registration will be open from 7.00am in the marquee close to the start. At registration you will collect your event number and any other information necessary on the morning of the event. There will be limited portaloos available on the day, public toilets are also available on the approach top great langdale as you pass through Elterwater village. Car parking is available at the New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel, Please note that last year the fee for parking was £2, this year we have ncorporate this into the event fee (increased from £15 to £17) and parking is now free on t
HQ/Start Address
Address1 : New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel
Address2 : Great Langdale
Town : Ambleside
County : Cumbria
Postcode : LA22 9JY
Event HQ/Start Facilities
Adequate Car Parking
About Entering the Event
Maximum Number of Participants : 500
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Start Sheet or Entry Shown On Website
Support for the Participants