Cyclists to tackle Sheffield's seven hills in extreme riding challenge

Elite cyclists are gearing up to take on a new extreme riding challenge in Sheffield.
By The Newsroom
Published 13th Mar 2016, 06:58 BST
Updated 13th Mar 2016, 07:01 BST
TRENT Valley Road Cycling Club round-up.TRENT Valley Road Cycling Club round-up.
TRENT Valley Road Cycling Club round-up.

The Magnificent Seven, taking place this morning, is a unique cycling event, the first of its kind in the city.

One of the headline events of The Outdoor City Weekender, The Magnificent Seven is not just new to Sheffield, it is the first of its kind in the UK.

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It is expected to attract cyclists from across the country, motivated by the challenge of Sheffield’s famous seven hills.

Not for the faint-hearted, it’s a cross between a sportive and a hill climb, and will see 60 cyclists face seven of the toughest hills in Sheffield.

Climbs will range from from nine per cent to 23 per cent, and a route of just over 19 miles.

Cyclists will ride with escorts between hills, where they will gather together at the bottom before racing to the top. The final hill climb will take place at 10.30am.

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The top ten male and female riders in each category will be awarded points after each hill climb with the top three winning a prize.

The awards ceremony will follow at the Norfolk Arms pub, Ringinglow Road, from 10.45am.

For the full Weekender details http://theoutdoorcity.co.uk/ride/outdoor-city-weekender/