6TH SEPTEMBER 2020
The date is set for the biggest ever MAD SUMMER HARE!
Exclusive pre-sale entries OPEN Saturday 15th December for Mad Hare Club members ONLY!
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CELEBRATE YOUR SUMMER LEGS
The iconic Mad Summer Hare Sportive returns on September 6th 2020 at the fabulous Umberslade Farm Park.
Being so late in the Summer season your legs and lungs should be at their strongest so we've set a challenge to test both your physical and mental strength - 1, 2, 3 or 4 hill climbs - you choose how many.
Beware though, these aren't just any hills, they're iconic Cotswold hill climbs that have been tormenting cyclists for decades. Pushing onto the next one is not easy but there's a different shiny medal if you do.
HOW MANY CLIMBS WILL YOU CONQUER?
RIDE
Ride your way through scenic country roads and quaint Cotswold villages.
Take in the views as you challenge your legs with up to 4 iconic climbs.
Enjoy the well earned sweeping descents.
EAT
You won't go hungry on a Mad Hare Sportive!
We've got 3 feed stations on route sponsored by Londis convenience stores to keep you well fueled.
Once you've crossed the finish, end your ride with a well-earned Burger (It's ok - your muscles need it!)
DRINK
There's plenty to keep you hydrated on route at the 3 feed stations.
Plus you can grab a beer from the Wainwright real ale beer tent for that all important ride debrief.
Wainwright beer tastes good any time. After a big ride... wow!
CHARITIES & PARTNERS
MSH18 GALLERY
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WHAT PEOPLE SAY
One of the best sportives I've done - well organised, excellent signage, really good route
Dave Smith,
Tanworth-in-Arden
Amazing route, well organised and great feed stations to keep us going. The volunteers were great cheering us up the climbs and encouraging everyone
Karl Pinnegar
Kings Heath
Karl Pinnegar
Kings Heath
A gorgeous ride, plenty of food, a great atmosphere - what more could you ask for?
Tom Palmer,
Solihull
"....an ideal event for a late summer ride"
said here
Read what
MSH18 VIDEO
KEY EVENT INFO
Date: Sunday 6th September 2020
HQ Location: Umberslade Farm Park, Tanworth-in-Arden, B94 5A
Route Options:
1. Base Route = 73 miles with 1 hill climb
2. Full Monty = 102 miles with 4 hill climbs
3. Custom Route = Base Route + additional 1, 2 or 3 hill climbs
*subject to slight changes
Key Timings: 7am-9am start. Last rider back at 5pm.
Feed stations: 2 on Base route (33 miles, 55 miles), 3 on Full Monty
Number of Entries: 1200
Food & Drink Options: See Menu
Timing Chips: Yes
Broom Wagon: Yes
Professional Photography: Yes
Pricing Super Early Bird SOLD OUT £32 Early Bird, £34 Standard, £38 Late Entry, Last Minute £40.
See the Withdrawal policy
GPX Files These can be found here *subject to slight changes
GOT KIDS?? Umberslade Farm Park is a fabulous place for young children to spend an afternoon with loads of activities to keep them busy whilst your working hard in the saddle! Find out more.
LIKE CAMPING?? Then why not make a weekend of it and camp over either before or after the ride Find out more.
ROUTE OPTIONS
Please Note: This is the 2019 route.
Any updates to MSH20 will be announced December
ROUTE OPTION 1: THE BASE ROUTE
NUMBER OF COTSWOLD HILL CLIMBS: 1 - Dovers Hill
LENGTH: 73 miles
FEED STATIONS: 33 mile (Cropthorne), 52 mile (Lower Quinton)
DESCRIPTION: At 73 miles in length and with 3400 feet of climbing this route should be suitable for all riders with a few summer miles in the legs... MORE
This is YOUR ride:
If you are feeling strong, confident & can handle an extra loop on the day
- DO IT!
Complete this route and you will earn the white medal.
CLICK HERE FOR 5 WEEK TRAINING PLAN
GPX files can be found here
NOT SURE YOU'VE GOT THE LEGS
THEN PICK AND CHOOSE YOUR ROUTE
ROUTE OPTION 3: THE CUSTOM ROUTE
Ride the Base Route and add an extra couple of hills in there if you want - depending on how the legs are feeling.
SNOWSHILL
SAINTBURY
CAMPDEN
Do 1 extra hill to earn a green medal or 2 extra hills to earn your blue medal.
LOOKING FOR A BIGGER CHALLENGE?
HOW ABOUT 3 EXTRA HILLS?
DESCRIPTION: At 102 miles and with nearly 6000 feet of climbing this route is for riders with more miles in their legs who want to give them an end of season challenge....MORE
This is YOUR ride:
Legs not quite got it on the day?
Don't forget you can customise your ride with:
Route Option 3
Complete the Full Monty route and you will earn the
Black medal.
ROUTE OPTION 2: THE FULL MONTY
NUMBER OF COTSWOLD HILL CLIMBS: 4 - Snowshill, Saintbury, Dovers, Campden
LENGTH: 103 miles
FEED STATIONS: 33 miles (Cropthorne), 63 miles (Willersey), 81 miles (Lower Quinton)
GPX files can be found here
GPX files can be found here
CHARITIES & PARTNERS
TIDBURY 1ST SCOUTS
We're very proud to work with 1st Tidbury Green (Wythall) Scout Group who work very hard to make our events so successful. In return we make a generous donation to the Scouts group for every rider to ensure that their good work in the local community can continue.a
LONDIS
All Londis stores are independently owned and run and provide fantastic value and convenience.