June is undoubtedly a busy month for two wheels in the Derbyshire Peak District, so whether you are a casual cyclist, a dedicated pedal-powered mountain biker, or just an avid observer of cycling, you will be spoiled for choice.
The annual National Bike Week will be held this month from June 18 to June 26. Its goal is to encourage as many people as possible to ditch their cars in favor of pedal-powered bicycles. As a result, there will be a lot of events taking place this summer in the UK, both in the Peak District and elsewhere.
It makes sense that as more and more people travel to the Peak District on their two-wheeled faithful steed, it will soon rank among the most popular national parks in the UK for rural riding. There are dedicated leisure cycle paths for families and children, small country roads for more rural road riding on tarmac, and a variety of off-road routes, including gnarly single track, forest fire trails, and fantastic downhill runs for those who like to ride off-road in the fast lane. The terrain offers a wealth of variety to suit all types of cycling, abilities, and fitness levels.
The annual "Peak District 100" cycling event, which raises money for "Action Medical Research," a Charity Cycling Events will take place on Saturday, November 19. Depending on their skill or experience, competitors will try to finish either a 100-kilometer or 100-mile course. The race will test the riders' stamina and off-road cycling abilities and begins in the town of Dore at the Sports Pavilion.
The recurring "Charity Bicycle Rides," which are back for the summer once more and are intended for all people, of all ages and all abilities, also begin on the 19th and are much more relaxed. They mostly operate out of "Bake well’s Agricultural Business Centre" and even provide additional services, assistance, and general cycling advise. Highlights from Cycling Sundays' local cycling experts include: cycling confidence training, cycling skills sessions for teens and families, "The Knowledge" - National Standard cycling advice & tips to help you feel safe on the road, as well as the popular short guided cycle rides along the nearby trails and quiet roads.
One of the oldest cycling competitions in the Peak District, the "Polaris Challenge," takes place on the last Sunday of each month. Mountain biking and navigation are combined in the two-day Polaris Challenge race (mountain bike orienteering).
Teams and lone riders are welcome to compete in the event, which requires them to navigate between designated checkpoints while riding across a challenging topography. In this picturesque rural setting, the Polaris event consistently draws sizable crowds and a big number of competitors.
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