Chase The Sun: the Ultimate Endurance Cycling Event Chase The Sun is a simple idea, with a unique philosophy. The challenge: ride across the country in one day. Coast to coast, east to west, dawn to dusk. Originally conceived by Olly Moore in 2008, the concept is unique: this event is a ride, not a race, it is a collective endeavour shared by a community of cyclists inspired in pursuit of a common goal. The ride attracts a broad range of cyclists from many countries and backgrounds, from trained athletes to determined novices, experienced long-distance adventure riders to urban cycle couriers riding fixie bikes and last year our first tandem team! In contrast with the now typical 'sportives' there is no timing or ranking, no medals, only the ultimate success of chasing the sun to view the sunset on the coastline. Chase The Sun UK South starts at sunrise on the Isle of Sheppey in Kent, crossing a diverse section of the country, encompassing the urban sprawl of London, country lanes, green vales and the mighty Cheddar Gorge, ending at sunset in Burnham On Sea on the Somerset coast some 205 miles later. Chase The Sun Italy is a spectacular 270 kilometre route full of scenic climbing and thrilling descents, it traverses the country from Cesenatico, birthplace of Marco Pantani, over the Appenine mountains, scenic Tuscan hills and vineyards, and passing historic cultural landmarks in Florence and Pisa, to arrive at the Tirrenian sea, on the coast west of Pisa. Chase The Sun UK North starts on the beachfront in Tynemouth near Newcastle and takes in the wild hills, forests and rivers of Northumberland and the dramatic southern uplands of Scotland, crossing historic bridges and epic wilderness, riding over 200 miles to reach a view of mid-summer sunset over the Firth of Clyde from Prestwick seafront. Next rides on 19th June 2021!