Anthony Maynard Sportive 2010 – Entries Open

Following
the huge success of the inaugural event, entries are now open for the second
Anthony Maynard Sportive, promoted by Reading Cycling Club, on Sunday July 18^th
2010.

 “Really
fantastic”... “Lovely atmosphere really well organised”... “Great route”...
“Loved the course”... “Surprisingly hilly”... “Great, really enjoyed it”... “Very
well organised, very friendly, very well signed”... “The food was superb”...  “More
than just a sportive”... “Great camaraderie”...  “Can’t wait until 2010”...  are just some of the comments from participants
in the 2009 event.

In addition to being very well received by the riders, the 2009 Anthony Maynard
Sportive raised over £6000 to support the event charities.

“We
want the 2010 Anthony Maynard Sportive to be even better.” said Event Director, John Hollands.  “It
will continue to be a great tribute to Anthony and his love of cycling.  We
will have the same challenging courses as last year, 110km and 195km of fast
rolling Berkshire & Wiltshire Downs riding at its best.  For 2010, we have enhanced
the facilities at the Theale Green HQ to include improved parking and more
space for riders to use pre and post event.”  He continued, “Given the fantastic
feedback from the 2009 event, we’re expecting a sell-out this year and with
rider numbers being limited to 500 you will need to enter now to guarantee your
place.”

The
event is being held to honour Reading Cycling Club’s Anthony Maynard who, aged
25, tragically lost his life in July 2008 when struck by a vehicle whilst
cycling in an evening club ride.  Organised by his club mates, the Anthony Maynard
Sportive is run on a not for profit basis with proceeds being distributed to charities
that reflect Anthony’s interests.