A brand new style of cycling event – our Bellions are a cross between an Audax and a Sportive – using modern technology to reduce the need for event numbers, signage, marshals, timekeeping, mass starts and feed stations – using GPX, Strava and local facilities en route instead.

The Raptor starts and finishes on the outskirts of Lancaster, and is a great ride that explores the many miles of remote cycling country in and around the nearby area of Bowland. Quiet roads and lanes throughout – along with breath taking scenery and challenging ascents. Come and ride some of the roads that Wiggo did to get ready for the 2012 Tour de France ……….

Great day thank you, fantastic scenery, lovely friendly marshals and great food stop. Really well organised event.