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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 there's 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 Britain's steepest roads Cyclist Josh Reid has completed the 113-mile sportive four times. Here he reveals the highs and lows It's a road bike event, but mountain bikes are allowed, too, along with tandems. Choppers are banned ...