The Junior Tour of Wales Cycle Race takes place over the August Bank Holiday weekend, 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 and female riders of any age.

The race headquarters for Saturday and Monday is at Nantyglo Leisure Centre in the borough of Blaenau Gwent and is sponsored by the local County Borough Council.  On Sunday the H.Q. will be at Bryn Bach Park and the Prince of Wales Inn

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.  

Entries are always welcomed !

This year the event welcomes a new main sponsor, R.I.S. Roof Insulation Services.  The race still has competitions within the overall race e.g. King of the Mountains, Points Jersey, team etc. that are available to other sponsors.

For further information about race entries, sponsorship or purchasing advertising space contact the race organiser, John Richards or email John Richards:

The time trial start sheet has now been posted on the site "click here".

johnrichardswcu@aol.com

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