VÉLOBICI GETS IN TOP GEAR TO SUPPORT RONDE NC500
Performance roadwear brand Vélobici is backing a Scottish cycling emporium’s charity road tour with the launch of a limited edition jersey and cap.
The Leicestershire cyclewear specialist is collaborating with Edinburgh-based Ronde Bicycle Outfitters on a 500 mile charity ride around Scotland’s epic NC500 route to raise money for the Polar Academy, which aims to positively transform the lives of young people aged between 14 and 18 by providing inspiration through exploration.
Just 50 caps and jerseys will be available for the event, with both and benefiting from Vélobici’s renowned high quality design and exclusive PB-Pro/VR1 performance fibre fabric.
The four pocket black short sleeve jersey features yellow detailing, including an embroidered Ronde logo to the chest, NC500 woven badge to the sleeve and a black jacquard Vélobici logo to the shoulders.
The event itself takes place between the 13th and 17th June, beginning and ending in Inverness, and taking in the northern most tips of Scotland in between.
Chris Puttnam, owner of Vélobici, comments: “As a stockist of Vélobici, Ronde has always been a big supporter of our brand, so we’re happy to support them with their charity drive by producing an exclusive run of Ronde NC500 caps and jerseys. All proceeds will be donated to the charity and we’ll also be getting in the saddle to join the team on this epic ride around the Scottish coast.”
Ben Wallace of Ronde Bicycle Outfitters, comments: “The route is still largely unknown to riders south of the border, but is set to gain prominence when it features in the new series of Top Gear. Record breaker, Mark Beaumont, also completed an epic ride of the NC500 last autumn when he cycled the entire route non-stop in 37 hours.
“We’ll be taking on the challenge at a slower pace than Beaumont, taking in 100 miles a day on the five-day tour, and are looking for riders to join us. It is a great opportunity for people haven’t cycled in Scotland before and are looking to take on a new challenge and experience to the backdrop of spectacular scenery. Space is limited to just 25 rider, so we are encouraging anyone who is interested to get in touch to secure their place.”
Vélobici is a premium cyclewear specialist based in Market Bosworth, Leicestershire, which designs and manufactures its clothing in its home county. The company uses premium performance fabrics, which are rigorously tested and made by experienced professionals using the latest technology.
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Ronde Bicycle Outfitters combines the camaraderie of a cycling club with a first class workshop and outfitters, providing the best bicycles, clothing and accessories in Edinburgh.
For more details on taking part in the Ronde NC500 visit http://rondebike.com/2016/03/ronde-on-the-road/ or call 0131 260 9888 to book a place.
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For more information please contact Caroline Spence or Sarah Ross from Anicca on 0116 298 3726 or 07946 169482.
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