When:
Aug 23rd 2008, 10:00am to Aug 25th 2008, 10:00am

Where:
Blaenau Gwent
Race HQ
Nantyglo Leisure Centre
Pond Road
Nantyglo
Brynmawr
Gwent

Description:
The R.I.S Insulation Junior Tour of Wales Cycle Race takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend (23rd-25th of August) and comprises of 5 stages of fast and furious road racing over just 3 days.

The event is open to any rider aged between 16 and 18 years of age.

The race headquarters for Saturday and Monday is at Nantyglo Leisure Centre in the borough of Blaenau Gwent.On Sunday the H.Q. will be at Bryn Bach Park and the Prince of Wales Inn, Prince Town, Tredegar.

The race travels through the Counties of Gwent, Dyfed and Powys - through the spectacular scenery of the Brecon Beacons. Traditionally the race starts with a prologue time trial, with 3 road race stages and a circuit race. The final stage takes in the breathtaking climb of Tumble Mountain – a 5 mile climb of a 10 % gradient.

Previous races have attracted riders from Holland, France, Eire and America, with past winners going on to ride for top Continental Teams and win the British Road Race. This has included the 2007 Tour de France riders - David Millar, Charlie Wegelius, and Geraint Thomas.

Entries are always welcomed!

For further information please visit our website or contact John Richards on (01685) 844441

For further information on our sponsors R.I.S Insulation Ltd please call (01495) 291291

or email ris.insulation@btconnect.com

Grants are available for the over 70’s and people on benefits. For working people costs are reduced

Go to the official site