Round-the-world cyclist Mark Beaumont showed his support for Enable Scotland by launching the charity’s 24-hour cycling challenge.
On October 5 and 6, Knockhill Racing Circuit will host the 24-hour event, which will see cyclists attempt to cover a total of 18,296 miles the distance travelled by Beaumont when he circumnavigated the globe by bike in 2007 and 2008.
”This is a completely unique and brilliant challenge, cyclists to become ‘Le Mans’ style circuit racers for 24 hours,” said the cyclist. ”I love such imaginative physical and psychological two-wheeled challenges. I am certainly excited to be launching one of Scotland’s most extreme cycling challenges, especially as it is raising the profile and essential funds for Enable Scotland, a fantastic Scottish charity.”
The challenge will see teams of four and solo riders race day and night around the 1.3-mile circuit. The team and soloist with the most laps covered in 24 hours, and the top fundraisers, will secure an invitation to be among the first to cycle the Sir Chris Hoy Velodrome when it opens this autumn.
Cycle The World with Mark Beaumont for ENABLE Scotland from Make the Move on Vimeo.
Enable Scotland’s assistant director of funding Hazel McIlwraith said: ”This is the ultimate cycling challenge for individual riders and teams. As well as embarking on an incredible personal challenge riders will also be doing something amazing for Enable Scotland helping us continue supporting people who have a learning disability and campaigning to ensure every child, young person and adult is given every opportunity to make the most of life.
”I think people will see this as their one big challenge of the year and it will attract people from all walks of life.”
The organisers will ensure there is 24-hour food, first aid and mechanical support available for the riders.
Registration is £30 per person, with a minimum sponsorship of £375.
For more information or to register visit cycletheworld.org.uk or call 0141 226 4541.
Photo David Wardle