Sporting Events Far and Wild’s ‘Wild Walls Cycle’ When: 12 May 2013 Where: Citywide Far and Wild’s ‘Wild Walls Cycle’ is a three-in-one big bike event to showcase healthy recreational activity in the urban environment by making spectacular and adventurous use of the Walled City. A competitive ‘Mountain Bike Time Trial’, a ‘Crazy Charity Cycle’ and a family ‘Come and ‘Try it’ event will each take to the streets on the same day on bike routes around the Walls, past landmarks and down famous hills that make Derry~Londonderry such an eye-catching location. Individual bikers, enthusiasts, novices and mountain-bike clubs from around Ireland and Britain are invited to take part in the time trial as a showcase of mountain bike talent and expertise. Charities, community and voluntary organisations and their supporters are invited to submit teams or representatives to the ‘Crazy Charity Cycle’, making for a colourful fundraiser for some great causes. The family ‘Come and Try It’ is open to everyone, with a special emphasis on getting whole families from youngsters through to the silver cyclists (over 50s) together on a healthy family afternoon out . The day will be complemented by professional demonstrations and master-classes in bike handling, safety, maintenance and road awareness. Start: St Columb’s Park End: Guildhall Square Time Trial: 10am-12pm Age 16+ £12 per entry Family Cycle: 1-3pm All ages £3 per person or £10 per family entry Charity Cycle: 3-5pm Age 14+ £10 per entry and £50 recommended minimum fundraising target
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Wheelie Big Festival Launch Air in the Square When: 16 June 2013 Where: Guildhall Square Some of the best national and international riders from the BMX and mountain bike world will descend on the city for a unique display of all kinds of ground tricks, aerial jumps, twists and spins – all at high speed. This is cycling like you’ve never seen it! This is an interactive event that encourages crowd participation. In addition to the showcase events bikers, inspired by the talent on display, will have an opportunity to try out some of the new tricks. As part of ‘Traffic-Free Walled City Day’ free bike hire and demo bikes will be on display to encourage people to take to two wheels. All ages welcome, admission is free. From 12 – 5pm.
Maiden City Criterium When: 18 June 2013 Where: Citywide Organised by the Foyle Cycle Club, a criterium or ‘crit’ is an intense road race on closed-off city streets. Both speeds and adrenaline will be high as riders must battle not only each other but the steep hills and narrow streets of the historic walled city for cash prizes and the honour of being crowned Derry~ Londonderry’s fastest cyclist. Spectator admission is free. All ages welcome. 7 - 9pm.
North West Cross-Border Sportive When: 22 June 2013 Where: Citywide Novice and experienced cyclists alike are encouraged to take up the challenge of a race taking in the counties of Londonderry, Tyrone and Donegal. Organised by local clubs (Foyle Cycle Club, The Four Masters and Strabane-Lifford Cycle Club) this will be a sponsored charity event in aid of Foyle Hospice and Sustrans. In addition to a nominal entry fee, participants are encouraged to raise as much money as possible for these two worthwhile causes. Details of exact route TBA. Spectator admission is free and all ages welcome to cheer on the riders along the route.