Every year many hundreds of cyclists flock to the Isle of Wight to take part in this event, which in essence is a 100Km bike ride around the whole of the Isle of Wight on minor roads and lanes. Along the route there are a dozen or so checkpoints where you have your card stamped (great as a keepsake, and proof that you didn't cheat!) a bite to eat, and a chat.
1445 people took part this year, some raced against the clock but most (myself included) treated it as though it were a leisurely tour. We braved the unseasonably cold weather (it felt like an English February!) and toiled over the rolling countryside, but the views and meeting people along the way made it worthwhile!
