04/12/2022 - Team Iconic

Bike Oxford and Walk Oxford select Maggie's Oxford as 2024 Charity Partner

Maggie's Oxford is based in the grounds of the Churchill Hospital. Their beautiful treehouse and professional team offer a safe space for people with cancer and their loved ones. The centre is open from 9am to 5pm, with no need for an appointment or referral - just drop in.

From 1:1 support, counselling, workshops, help with money worries and the opportunity to meet others going through a similar experience, Maggie’s makes a huge difference to people with cancer and their families and friends.

You can support them in a number of ways:

• Adding a donation to your Bike Oxford registration.
• By fundraising for Maggie’s through Bike Oxford via their JustGiving page. You can make a donation or set up your own page.

How your kind donation can help:

• £7 could help pay for someone’s first chat with a Cancer Support Specialist.
• £15 could help pay for someone to join one of our incredible workshops
• £30 could help pay for a session with a psychologist to reduce someone's anxiety

For help with your fundraising, please contact Pip Dingle on pip.dingle@maggies.org or 07920848825.

For cancer support, pop into Maggie's or call 01865 751882.

07/07/2023- Team Iconic

Introducing the LANDRACE Tupelo

LANDRACE are bikes created for normal folk to enjoy extraordinary adventures. Conceived by Cyclefit pioneers Julian Wall and Phil Cavell, LANDRACE bikes and wheels are the product of their combined decades of bike-fitting and designing thousands of flawless, custom bikes for their discerning clients. The Tupelo is made from butted 3AL-2V titanium and is fitted with a Columbus Futura Gravel Disc fork. Built from titanium, it gives you a lovely smooth ride and will last forever.

Our team of ride leaders and event coordinators are supported by LANDRACE and have been given the brand new Landrace Tupelos to ride. Iconic Cycling Events ride leaders and event coordinators Natalie Creswick and Felix Young, took a trip to London in March to get professionally fitted at the CycleFit store - two very different body shapes, levels of flexibility and symmetry. They took delivery of their bikes in early May and have been riding them at all of our events since - recceing routes, signing up, buzzing around event control and leading group rides - and both have nothing but good words to say…

Natalie

“The Landrace Tupelo has been so much fun to ride. The lower bottom bracket means the handling feels much more stable, great for carrying more speed into everything you do. When I picked up the Tupelo I went out and rode a local route I've ridden many times. It includes a very tight bend on the flat which I have always had to freewheel round before. With the Tupelo, I could pedal through the whole thing. An absolute dream. Arriving home from that first ride and checking out strava, I found I'd got PRs on all of the local descents, without even trying. I live on top of a 25% climb so it's not like the descending is easy, but the bike just gave me confidence that it would sweep round corners and stick to the road. You can't argue with free speed!”

Felix

“I am used to riding an aluminium frame and so the difference in "road buzz" from Wiltshire's country lanes when switching to the Landrace was immediately noticeable. This feeling of a smooth ride helps to give the perception of speed despite being used for leisure riding so far. The fit has been shifted from what I have been riding to account for my back injury and as a result I can focus on riding the bike rather than trying to get comfortable the whole time. It is nice to feel at one with the bike again!”\

Find out more about LANDRACE here.

01/06/2023- Team Iconic

Ride Bike Oxford for charity

Bike Oxford is Oxfordshire's biggest bike ride and supports a diverse range of charities. All of the following charities have spaces in their teams and if you haven't registered yet, you could ride for free (in return for a minimum fundraising target). There may be other perks as well, such as free charity jerseys. So if there's one in the list that you have a connection with, why not get in touch.

Maggies - oxfordfundraising@maggies.org

Archway Foundation - conrad@archwayfoundation.org.uk
Oxford Health - Michelle.Evans@oxfordhealth.nhs.uk
Restore - lucy.didcock@restore.org.uk
Ronald McDonald - lilysmith@uk.mcd.com
Sobell - mail@sobellhospice.org
Charlie Waller Trust - fundraising@charliewaller.org
Didcot TRAIN - Nicole@didcottrain.org.uk

For more information visit the Bike Oxford website.

05/05/2023 - Team Iconic

Carter Jonas join forces with the Yorkshire Pedalthon in a new headline partnership

We are delighted that Carter Jonas are once again title sponsors of the Pedalthon. We started this event with them in 2014 and they've been loyal supporters ever since. ⁠

The Pedalthon is the favourite charity bike ride in Yorkshire for the business community. Going into its tenth year, it has attracted more than 1,500 riders from businesses across the region and to date the ride has raised more than £80,000 for regional charities.This year the Pedalthon is once again raising money for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Starting and finishing at Pocklington Rugby Club, cyclists can choose from two routes of 41 miles and 77 miles through the stunning countryside of “Hockney Country” in the heart of the Yorkshire Wolds. East Yorkshire is indeed the place to discover the inspiration behind some of David Hockney's most celebrated landscapes.

For the first time riders will reach the North Sea Coast line with a refreshment stop at the picturesque Sewerby Cricket Club. The food stops along both routes have always been a popular feature of the rides, showcasing some of the best produce the region has to offer. This year will be no different thanks to the support of A.Laverack & Son who have been trading locally for over 150 years, and opened their flagship store in Pocklington in 2018.

Richard Best, CEO of Iconic Cycling Events, the event organisers, commented: “We are delighted to have the support of Carter Jonas alongside teams from Yorkshire’s property and legal industries, as well as other professional services.

“Their support, along with the participating cyclists is vital in ensuring we raise as much money as possible for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance which provides such an essential service for Yorkshire and beyond.”

03/04/2023 - Team Iconic

Spindles Coffee Stop Events

Wednesday 12th April 6.30pm - An evening with Natalie Creswick

Come to the Coffee Stop and hear from ex-professional road cyclist and cycling coach Natalie Creswick.

The talk and Q&A will cover topics such as designing a balanced training programme that suits the individual rider, preparing oneself for events, effective fueling, building confidence and managing event-day nerves.

Natalie is an ex-professional cyclist and GB age group triathlete who currently races for the UK based Magspeed Racing. As well as racing in Europe, Natalie has previously raced for Rapha-Condor, MuleBar Girl-Sigma Sport and Cannondale Girls.

During her road career Natalie clocked up 24 wins, 47 podiums and over 100 top ten places on a national and international stage. She has now turned her hand to ultra-distance events, such as the 2000km GBDURO in 2022.

When she’s not training and racing herself, she is a cycling and triathlon coach with her own business Team Headset.

Please RSVP to Spindles Coffee Stop (01225 251472 / bikeandbeancoffee@gmail.com / IG: @spindlescoffeestop)

Saturday 22nd April 10am - West Wiltshire’s Historic Houses ride out

Join us for a leisurely no-drop ride out from Spindles Coffee Stop. We will leave the cafe around 10am and set off on a 22 mile loop via some of West Wiltshire’s Historic Houses.

No one will be dropped and if things stretch out a bit on any hills we'll always regroup at the top. If we get the numbers we will split into two guided groups, one slightly faster than the other.

This ride will be suitable for normal road bikes, it’d be appreciated if you have rear mudguards to protect following riders. Please be equipped with a couple of spare inner tubes, tyre levers and pump.

There will be a 10% discount on hot drinks and cakes at Spindles Coffee Stop at the end of the ride.

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A note on Spindles Coffee Stop

Spindles Coffee Stop is a cycle cafe, bike shop and frame builder at 116 Top Lane, Whitley, Melksham. If you’re a cyclist in the area you should make it your coffee stop. Lovely coffee, homemade cakes, fresh toasties, bikes, and rider provisions, all in a picturesque location - what’s not to like?

The shop owner, Tom Skinner, is a master frame builder and founder of Barbestelle who design and build bespoke, custom bikes. Check out Barbestelle’s website here.

22/11/2022 - Richard Best

£7000 raised for Yorkshire Air Ambulance

It was an absolute pleasure to be up in Yorkshire last week presenting the cheque to Yorkshire Air Ambulance for funds raised from our Yorkshire Pedalthon event back in early September. ⁠

Now in its seventh year, the event has welcomed more than 1,500 cyclists and raised £80,000 for local charities since its launch in 2014.

Lin Stead, Yorkshire Air Ambulance regional fundraising manager (East & North), said: “We would like to thank Iconic Cycling Events for choosing us as the main beneficiary for this year’s Yorkshire Pedalthon.

“It costs £12,000 every day to keep both Yorkshire air ambulances maintained and in the air. Support from events such as the Yorkshire Pedalthon is the lifeblood of our charity. In rural North Yorkshire journey times to hospital are much longer and our rapid response service can make a great difference to a patient’s outcome.”⁠

16/08/2022 - Team Iconic

Artisan food and drink producers pull out the stops for Yorkshire Air Ambulance

Cyclists raising money for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance in the Yorkshire Pedalthon this September will enjoy some of the region’s specialities courtesy of regional food and drink producers.

Organised by Iconic Cycling Events, the Pedalthon is the largest annual charity bike ride for the business community in Yorkshire. This year’s ride, staged on Thursday 8 September, is expected to attract more than 250 riders from the property and business sectors across the UK.

There is a choice of a 38 or 67-mile route into the Dales with both rides starting and finishing at Masham Cricket Club. The food stops along both routes are a popular feature of the rides and showcase some of the best produce the region has to offer.

Riders will be able to fortify themselves with a Yorkshire menu of award-winning pork pies, cheese, biscuits, flapjack and fruit, all washed down by a steaming hot cup of Yorkshire tea and a refreshing pint.

Toppings Pies, Yorkshire Tea, the Wensleydale Creamery, Bothams of Whitby, Riverford Organic Farmers, Haribo and Yorkshire Flapjack are just some of the Yorkshire producers who are supporting the ride.

Roger Topping, managing director at Toppings Pies said: “As a proud Yorkshire pie producer, we are delighted to support this year’s Pedalthon which showcases the very best of Yorkshire - from its tasty produce to its stunning scenery - while supporting a great charity. We hope all the riders enjoy their Yorkshire experience and that our award-winning pies help power the legs of the riders on to the finish.”

The Yorkshire Pedalthon 2022 is being staged in partnership with the Institute of Directors Yorkshire and North East, one of the UK’s leading business support organisations.

This year’s sponsors are Carter Jonas, DWF Law, Absolute Interiors and Breathing Space.

To find out more and book your place visit the Yorkshire Pedalthon website.

08/03/2022 - Team Iconic

Business sponsors confirmed for charity bike ride

International law firm DWF, property consultancy Carter Jonas and Absolute Commercial Interiors are to sponsor this year’s Yorkshire Pedalthon to raise funds for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance.

Being staged on Thursday 8 September, the event is the largest charity bike ride for the business community in Yorkshire and is being held in partnership with the Institute of Directors (IoD) Yorkshire and North East.

Now in its seventh year, the Yorkshire Pedalthon has already attracted more than 250 riders from businesses across the region. To date the ride has raised more than £80,000 for regional charities.

Cyclists can choose from two routes of 38-miles or 67-miles through the stunning countryside of the Yorkshire Dales.

DWF has a team of 18 – staff, clients and contacts – taking part in the Pedalthon. Jim Speed, head of Leeds real estate, said: “DWF is very proud to be sponsoring the welcome return of the Pedalthon and helping support Yorkshire Air Ambulance. The Pedalthon is a superbly enjoyable cycling event showcasing the magnificence of the Yorkshire countryside.”

Richard Best, CEO of Iconic Cycling Events, commented: “We are delighted to have the support of Carter Jonas, DWF and Absolute Commercial Interiors. Their support, along with that of our food supporters and the participating cyclists is vital in ensuring we raise as much money as possible for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance which provides such an essential service for the Yorkshire Dales and beyond.”

This year’s sponsors are Carter Jonas, DWF Law, Absolute Interiors and Breathing Space.

For more information and to register visit the Yorkshire Pedalthon website.

21/07/2022 - Team Iconic

The Coutts Baton Relay // Aberdeen to London via 18 offices

Providing event support for the Queen’s bankers as they celebrate 330 years of wealth management.

The Coutts Baton Relay completed yesterday, Wednesday 20th July, having been on the road (and sea) for over 5 weeks. 100 walkers arrived at the Strand at around 3.30pm, having walked the final 27km leg from Orpington to meet the team who had completed the 8km Bridges walk. The celebrations were led by none-other than Chris Akabusi (a guy who knows a thing or two about carrying a baton) and Lord William Waldegrave - now there’s a double act I wish I was there to see.

The baton set off from the Robert the Bruce statue on Broad Street, Aberdeen on the 13th June carried by four cyclists and has made its way South travelling 2,801 kms over 38 relay legs of road cycling, walking, running, sailing and mountain biking, stopping at 18 Coutts offices.

A total of 506 participants have taken part: employees, clients and friends of Coutts Bank. Some of whom have walked or cycled further than they ever have before. On one of the more challenging legs, a group of 8 mountain bike riders completed 102 miles of the South Downs Way over 2 days with 12,000 feet of climbing.

All the while they were raising money for Future Frontiers, a charity that provides disadvantaged young people with the guidance, networks and opportunities they need to realise their potential. The latest update we received from Coutts was that circa £200,000 had been raised for the charity.

Throughout the baton’s journey Iconic Cycling Events were ever-present, either in the support vehicle, or riding alongside. Providing nourishment, refreshments, along with friendly support and capturing pictures to document the journey along the way. It was an honour to be asked to support this fantastic project and a pleasure to meet so many of the participants.

If your company is looking at organising a similar office to office baton relay to mark a significant milestone in companies history please get in touch with us by emailing info@iconiccyclingevents.