Island Life Magazine Ltd August/September 2012 | Page 54

Pedal power!
There are three events that capture the
imagination and stretch the legs – The Three
The ever-popular Isle of Wight
Cycling Festival gets into gear
soon with a total of 59 rides
across the length and breadth
of the Island.
The Festival takes place
from Saturday September 22
to Sunday September 30, and
there is something for riders of
all ages and capabilities.

Hills, T he Seven Hills and the Fourteen Hills!
The Three Hills is suitable for beginners who
would like to try a mountain bike challenge
but who are not quite ready for the Seven
Hills.
The Seven Hills is suitable for good riders
who like to test their riding skills on an
orienteering challenge against the clock. And
the Fourteen Hills is suitable for advanced
riders only who want to take on a difficult long
distance challenge.

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Enjoy live music from
Derek Sandy and FAT Samba, watch
amazing mountain bike shows and
witness riders launching into the air
to ridiculous heights and performing
unbelievable stunts.
Have a go at the challenging obstacle
course, learn new cycling skills or join
in with the free guided ride. There will
be cycle security information, road
safety displays and family entertainment
including face painting and magician
David Randini.
Participants can celebrate one of the best ever
invented modes of transport at the Festival launch.
The Carbon Cycle Celebration extols the bike’s
amazing efficiency as well as its environmental
advantages, such as cleaner air, less noise
pollution and better health for all.

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