Whitton Challenge News Today

The Fred Whitton is the UK’s most famous and feared sportive, and it returned in 2021 for another sell-out showing. Taking on the highs of Honister and Hardknott was Cycling Plus editor Matt Baird

The joy – and agony – of completing the toughest cycle ride in Britain, which includes a hill so steep theres a danger of toppling backwards (and riders face it on the 94-mile mark) The Fred Whitton Challenge is a one-day circular cycle ride that takes in almost the whole of the Lake District  After 94 punishing miles riders are faced with Hardknott Pass - one of Britains steepest roads Cyclist Josh Reid has completed the 113-mile sportive four times. Here he reveals the highs and lows Its...