Television Coverage Cosaveli are proud to announce
CHANNEL 4
& British Eurosport
as their terrestrial broadcast partners for the Trois Etapes 2013.
CHANNEL 4
& British Eurosport
as their terrestrial broadcast partners for the Trois Etapes 2013.
TE2013 Pros AnnouncedCarlos Sastre
Andreas Klier
Evie Stevens
Colin Lynch
Songezo Jim
Mark Beaumont
are all confirmed to ride in July 2013
Andreas Klier
Evie Stevens
Colin Lynch
Songezo Jim
Mark Beaumont
Trois Etapes 2013 now FullThe full 14 team roster for TE2013 has now been made public.
View the 'The 2013 Teams' below for more information on each charity.
Truly ExceptionalThe Trois Etapes is the world's leading pro-am event. It's a unique way to ride the classic Alpine climbs of the Tour de France.
Trois Etapes 2013: 26-29 July
4 Team Time TrialsA prologue and three Stages will each include a timed section where each pro and their team of pros and amateurs will need to work together to win.
Teams compete for prize funds that go directly to their chosen charities.
Ride as a TeamPro riders, support cars, team radios and soigneurs are on hand to support each team.
The Trois Etapes is a unique opportunity for amateurs to compete in the same way as the pros. Tactics and teamwork are as important as power.
Hors Catégorie ClimbsThe Trois Etapes is a rare opportunity for amateur riders to attack some of the most renowned Alpine Stages of the Tour de France: to ride with the pros and experience cycling like a pro.
Previous EditionJuly 2012 saw Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre tackle the Trois Etapes.
The event was broadcast on Eurosport and was watched by a global audience of 200,000.
Millions for CharityNearly $2m was rasied in 2012, we intend to beat that target in 2013.
Right To Play, Friendship Works, dZi Foundation, Prostate Cancer Charity, Victor Sastre Foundation, World Bicycle Relief and Walking with the Wounded all benefited in 2012.
The Event
The Trois Etapes is the ultimate competitive pro-am cycling experience. The event is designed to give riders the chance to experience team cycling under race conditions, with the full support that a pro would have in a Grand Tour. The event is designed to incentivise tactical team riding. Each team of 8 riders (7 amateurs and 1 pro) has its own team car and Directeur Sportif. Every rider has a radio link with their team car and the Race Director.
The 2013 edition of the Trois Etapes will see 14 teams compete over four days (26-29 July) over a flat Prologue and three mountain stages whilst raising crucial funds for charities worldwide.
- Prologue: Les Albiez
- Etape 1: Orelle - Col du Glandon - Orelle
- Etape 2: Orelle - Aussois - Col de l'Iseran - Orelle
- Etape 3: Orelle - Col du Chaussy - Col de la Madeleine
2013 Routes
PROLOGUE: Les Albiez
9.5km undulating course between the 2 Alpine villages of Albiez le Vieux and Albiez le Jeune, home of the world famous Opinel knife.
- Distance: 9.5km
- Climbing: TBC
- Start: Albiez le Vieux
- Finish: Albiez le Jeune
Downloads: GPX
ETAPE 1: Orelle - Col du Glandon - Orelle
The day starts with a neutralised, mass peloton roll out (38km) from race HQ to St Etienne de Cuines. Teams regroup here to tackle the ascent of Col du Glandon. Teams are launched in reverse order (slowest first) dependent on the team’s prologue position, in 90 second intervals. After crossing the finishing line, each team makes their own way back to Orelle with their team support car. The route back to the valley floor summits the Col de la Croix de Fer before returning to race HQ.
- General Classification: Col du Glandon
- Distance: 20km
- Climbing: 1,424m
- Start: St Etienne de Cuines
- Finish: Col du Glandon
ETAPE 2: Orelle - Aussois - Col de l'Iseran - Orelle
Teams will roll out from Race HQ with their team car and assemble in Modane (12km) for the start of the GC. Teams are launched in reverse order dependent on the team’s cumulative position after the prologue and stage 1, in 90 second intervals. Teams will then embark on a 56km timed section which includes two long plateaux - perfect for TTT style riding. After summiting the Iseran, each team returns in their own time to race HQ via the eastern side of the valley.
- General Classification: Col de l’Iseran
- Distance: 56km
- Climbing: 1,720m
- Start: Modane
- Finish: Col de l’Iseran
ETAPE 3: Orelle - Col du Chaussy - Col de la Madeleine
On the final day, the peloton and team cars will roll down the valley to the start of GC1 in Hermillon. The first climb of the day is the Col du Chaussy which will be an individual race against the clock as the two divisions of riders (and the pros) are set off in three groups (Masters, Elite & Pro). Teams will regroup at the top of the Col du Chaussy before carefully descending to Montoudras. Teams will assemble in Montoudras ahead of the 14km ascent to the top of Col de la Madeleine for the mountain team time trial. At the end of the final GC all riders and crew will drop back down to St Francois Lonchamps for the awards ceremony.
- General Classification: Col du Chaussy & Col de la Madeleine
- Distance: 16km + 14km
- Climbing: 953m + 1,126m
- GC1: Hermillon - Col du Chaussy
- GC2: Montoudras - Col de la Madeleine
Dates
July 15-21 2013:
- The Trois Etapes teams will deposit cycles, equipment, spares and any advance luggage that riders wish to despatch to the event in central London.
Monday, July 22 2013:
- The peloton support convoy leaves Central London.
Thursday, July 25 2013:
- Hotel opens for all Trois Etapes participants
- Flight leaves London for any participants arriving via the UK
Friday, July 26 2013:
- Trois Etapes briefings, rules and race formats
- Riders and crews make final mechanical adjustments and race preparations
- Prologue
Saturday, July 27 2013:
- Etape 1: Orelle - Col du Glandon - Orelle
Sunday, July 28 2013:
- Etape 2: Orelle - Aussois - Col de L'Iseran - Orelle
Monday, July 29 2013:
- Etape 3: Orelle - Col du Chaussy - Col de la Madeleine
- Finishing party at St Francois Longchamp and depart from finishing party
- Flight to London
Tuesday, July 30 2013:
- Riders who wish to can return to Orelle for a day of self-catered holiday.
Wednesday, July 31 2013:
- Remaining support crews and bikes leave Orelle
August 2-9 2013:
- Bikes and luggage available for collection in central London.
Hotel
The Trois Etapes will be based in the stunning Hameau des Eaux d'Orelle in the Maurienne Valley. Recently refurbished, the hotel boasts stunning views of the Maurienne valley and surrounding mountains. The hotel includes a spa, pool and treatment rooms available for use by all riders.
Address:
Le Hameau des Eaux d´Orelle
73140 Orelle
France
The 2013 Teams
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Shine
Their mission is to support additional educational initiatives which encourage children and young people to raise their achievement levels. We fund organisations working with underachieving 4-18 year olds from disadvantaged areas.
Website
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Anne Frank Trust
The Anne Frank Trust delivers education and exhibition programmes in schools, prisons and local communities. It targets areas of multiple deprivation with high community tension working with over 40,000 each year.
Website
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Right To Play
Right To Play's mission is to use sport and play to educate and empower children and youth to overcome the effects of poverty, conflict, and disease in disadvantaged communities.
Website
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Walking with the Wounded
Walking with the Wounded is a UK based charity which funds both the re-training and re-education of wounded servicemen and women with the aim of helping them find long term employment after they have left the Armed Forces.
Website
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Shooting Star CHASE
Shooting Star CHASE is a children’s hospice charity caring for over 600 families living in South East England. We aim to make every day count for children and teenagers with life-limiting conditions, and their families.
Website
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Prostate Cancer UK
Prostate Cancer UK believe men deserve better. We fight to help more men survive prostate cancer and enjoy a better quality of life.
Website
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EMpower Europe
EMpower supports local organisations in Emerging Markets countries that provide at-risk youth with the tools and resources they need to lead healthy, productive lives
Website
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EMpower US and Asia
EMpower supports local organisations in Emerging Markets countries that provide at-risk youth with the tools and resources they need to lead healthy, productive lives
Website
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World Bicycle Relief
World Bicycle Relief is dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles
Website
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World Bicycle Relief
World Bicycle Relief is dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles
Website
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World Bicycle Relief
World Bicycle Relief is dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles
Website
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Right To Play
Right To Play's mission is to use sport and play to educate and empower children and youth to overcome the effects of poverty, conflict, and disease in disadvantaged communities.
Website
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1001 Fontaines
1001 Fontaines improve, in a sustainable way, the health of under-privileged communities living in global rural areas, by enabling them to produce and drink clear and safe water
Website
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dZi Foundation USA
The dZi Foundation partners with underserved communities in remote regions of the Himalaya to build sustainable locally-driven programs that improve quality of life through advancing education and health while reducing poverty.
Website
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dZi Foundation Europe
The dZi Foundation partners with underserved communities in remote regions of the Himalaya to build sustainable locally-driven programs that improve quality of life through advancing education and health while reducing poverty.
Website
FAQs - NEW
- Race Kit
- Bike Transport From The Uk
- Bike Transport From Outside The Uk
- Bike Preparation
- Mechanical Support
- Teams
- Team Support Cars
- Routes
- Route Terminology
- Race Nutrition, Food & Drinks
- Training Partners
- Transport To And From The Event
- Prologue And Kit Rules
- Race Rules
- The Finish
- Friends, Family And Supporters
- Sponsorship
- Weather
- Medical Support
- Hotel
- Photography And Video
- WiFi
- Charity Branding
- Prize Fund
- Insurance
- Further Information
- Other Items
Race Kit
Q: What is the last date I can order kit on the Le Col web site?
A: Friday April 26th (close of business).
Q: Will anyone be able to order more team race kit after April 26th?
A: No
Q: Will Cosaveli kit (not team race kit) be available to purchase after April 26th?
A: Yes. Cosaveli branded kit will be available to purchase from Cosaveli and our UK retail partner, Bespoke Cycling, from early July.
Q: Do riders have to wear their team kit throughout the event?
A: Yes. The only exception to this is during the untimed, downhill sections where riders may need extra layers to protect against the cold.
Q: How do I order my race kit?
A: You should have received an email from Michelle Smyth with your personal login code for the Le Col website (www.lecol.net). Please follow that link and place your order before April 26th. Your charity have provided you with a £385 credit on your account so that you can purchase the necessary race kit. You can also order additional items should you wish to do so. If you need any assistance with this process please contact Michelle Smyth, michelle@cosaveli.com, 07803 582 446.
Q: What do I do if I don’t know what size I need?
A: If you are in London please visit our retail partner, Bespoke Cycling, www.bespokecycling.com to try on kit. If you do not live in London or are unable to get to Bespoke, please refer to the sizing chart on the Le Col website http://lecol.net/pages/help.
Q: What will happen if any riders have not ordered their race kit by April 26th?
A: Michelle Smyth of Cosaveli will contact any riders who have not placed their order by this date. Michelle will also contact the relevant charity should this be the case.
Q: When will I get my race kit?
A: Early July. We recommend that you ride in it and wash it at least once prior to the Trois Etapes.
Bike Transport From The UK
Q: If I live in the UK how do I get my bike to the event?
A: Bespoke Cycling will transport all bikes from London to race HQ. You will need to have dropped off your bike at Bespoke or sent it to them prior to the race.
Q: How do I contact Bespoke Cycling?
A: Bespoke are located at 143-145 Farringdon Road, London EC1R 3AB, tel 020 7837 0647, info@bespokecycling.com, www.bespokecycling.com. Managing Director, Barry Scott, will be delighted to answer any questions you may have.
Q: What are Bespoke’s opening hours?
A: Monday to Friday 09:30 to 18:30 and Saturdays by appointment only.
Q: When do I need to drop off my bike?
A: All bikes must be at Bespoke no later than 18:30 on Wednesday July 17th.
Q: Do I need to put my bike in a bike box if Bespoke are transporting it to and from the event?
A: No. Bespoke will transport all bikes fully assembled.
Q: Would Bespoke be able to transport any luggage to the event for me?
A: Yes, Bespoke will be able to transport a maximum of one bag per rider.
Q: When will my bike be available to collect from Bespoke?
A: During normal opening hours from 09:30 on Thursday August 2nd.
Q: Can I take my bike on the Cosaveli organised flights from Heathrow to Geneva? What if I am willing to pay a supplement?
A: No. Due to the numbers of cyclists on each flight it is not possible for British Airways to carry bike boxes on these flights.
Bike Transport From Outside The UK
Q: If I am coming to the event from outside of the UK, how do I transport my bike to the event?
A: You need to organise your own bike transport to get your bike to the event.
Q: What if I am meeting a Cosaveli transfer from Geneva to Race HQ in Orelle?
A: We will transport your bike from Geneva to Orelle if you arrive in Geneva with your bike.
Bike Preparation
Q: Do I need to service my bike prior to the event?
A: Yes. This is mandatory and we will be asking for evidence that your bike has been correctly serviced and equipped for Alpine riding prior to the event. Such preparations include a full service by a qualified mechanic, the fitting of appropriate tyres, brake pads for your chosen wheel type, rear cassette etc..
Q: Do you recommend anyone for bike servicing?
A: Yes. We highly recommend the following three worldwide servicing partners:
- UK: Bespoke Cycling in London www.bespokecycling.com
- US West Coast: Studio Velo in San Francisco www.studiovelocycling.com
- Northern Europe: La Bici in Dusseldorf www.labici.de
Q: What happens if I have not managed to get my bike serviced prior to arriving at the Trois Etapes?
A: Bespoke Cycling will be providing tech support at the event. This WILL NOT extend to any bikes that arrive at the event in an inappropriate condition. Bespoke Cycling will, at their own discretion, service your bike on site but this will be subject to their fees at the time.
Q: What gear ratios would you advise?
A: In 2012 all riders (pro and amateur) used a 28 on the rear cassette. Some riders rode with a normal drive (eg 53-39) on the front and others with a compact crankset (eg 50-34). But in all cases riders had a 28 on the rear. SRAM now produce a rear cassette up to 32 teeth in all their ranges.
Mechanical Support
Q: Will there be mechanical support at the event?
A: Yes, this will be provided by Bespoke Cycling.
Q: What will this cover?
A: All labour will be provided free of charge (as long as your bike has been appropriately serviced and equipped prior to the Trois Etapes). Any parts that need replacing or changing will be charged for by Bespoke. All running repairs during the race itself (eg inner tube replacement) will be provided free of charge.
Teams
Q: How many riders are there in a team?
A: There are eight riders on each team: seven amateurs and one pro.
Q: What happens if I can’t keep up with my team?
A: The whole event is structured to support riders of varying abilities. The race rules will ensure that everyone’s efforts are enfranchised in the team’s final results. All riders will have the option to join an advance grupetto should they wish to do so. This would mean they are ahead of the main peloton for much of the Stage rather than falling behind.
Team Support Cars
Q: Does each team have it’s own support car?
A: Yes.
Q: Who is in the car?
A: A driver, a representative from your team’s charity and possibly a representative from your team’s lead sponsor.
Q: What extra equipment is available in the car?
A: Drinks, water, nutrition, your spare clothing, inner tubes, track pumps, medical and emergency kits, a spare bike (supplied by sponsor Cervelo), some spare wheels.
Q: Should I bring spare wheels to go in the support car?
A: Yes. If you have spare wheels it would be advantageous to have them in the support car. This is especially true if you use an unusual groupset.
Routes
Q: Where can I get information about the routes?
A: The Trois Etapes website www.troisetapes.org. The site includes all routing information displayed on Strava, Garmin, Google Maps and Bing.
Q: Can I download the route files from the website?
A: Yes, these are available in TCX, GPX and KML format and can be uploaded to any type of bike computer.
Route Terminology
Q: What’s the difference between a "Neutralised" and a "General Classification (GC)" section?
A: Each Stage is made up of "Neutralised" and "GC" sections. Neutralised sections// are NOT timed. Typically these include the warm up from Race HQ to the start of the GC and downhill sections. GC sections, on the other hand, are timed.
Race Nutrition, Food & Drinks
Q: Do I need to bring any race nutrition with me to the Trois Etapes?
A: No. USN will be providing free race nutrition, recovery products etc. to all riders throughout the event
Q: Are my meals included?
A: Meals are included in the event. You and your team may wish to stop and purchase a lunch / snack / light meal on the return ride from the end of the GC sections on Stages 1 and 2. All other meals are provided as part of the event.
Q: Are drinks included? Is anything excluded?
A: All drinks are included. Wine will be provided with meals. Should you wish to purchase additional alcoholic beverages these are available at a pay bar in the dining room of Race HQ in Orelle.
Training Partners
Q: Do you recommend any training partners?
A: Yes. We recommend…
- Metabolic testing and Sports Massage from Physical Project www.physicalproject.co.uk
- Bike fit and other services from Bespoke Cycling www.bespokecycling.com
Transport To And From The Event
Q: How do I get to the event?
A: There are three ways to get to the Trois Etapes
1. From London Heathrow to Race HQ in Orelle. Cosaveli will be providing everyone with the ability to book themselves onto one of three flight options.
2. From Geneva to Race HQ in Orelle. Cosaveli is providing transfers from Geneva airport to Orelle. If you would like to join one of these transfers please request details of times from Henry Peacock, henry@cosaveli.com
3. Make your own way to Race HQ in Orelle.
Q: How do I get home?
A: There are three ways to get home:
1. If you have selected a flight from London Heathrow then this will have a return flight. You will be transferred to Geneva airport in time to make your flight.
2. If you would like to be transferred to Geneva airport then you are welcome to join one of the transfers above. Please contact Henry Peacock, henry@cosaveli.com
3. Make your own way home from Race HQ.
Prologue And Kit Rules
Q: Can I bring a TT bike for the Prologue?
A: No.
Q: Can I use full disc wheels for the Prologue?
A: No.
Q: Can I use clip on TT bars for the Prologue?
A: Yes
Q: Can I draft in the Prologue and what are the rules around this?
A: Anyone who does not move through the “drafting zone” of the rider in front within 30 seconds will be considered to be drafting. The drafting zone is a space of three bike lengths behind a rider and one bike width to either side of the rider. Anyone caught breaking the drafting rule will be disqualified and their time will be posted as the time of the slowest rider for the day plus 5 minutes. It is the rear (ie approaching) rider’s responsibility to stay out of the drafting zone at all times.
Q: Do UCI rules apply regarding bike weight?
A: Yes.
Race Rules
Q: What are the exact rules for the competition.
A: These will be published in full on the Cosaveli web site in May. Do check back to get all the details.
The Finish
Q: Where does the event finish?
A: The final GC section at the end of Stage 3 ends at the top of the Col de la Madeleine. After crossing the finishing line, riders will return back down to the finishing party at La Perelle in St Francois Longchamps. This is 4km (downhill) from the finish.
Q: What time will the finishing party end?
A: 17:30 on Monday July 29th. At this point some people will depart on transfers to Geneva airport directly from the finishing party. All others will be transferred back to Race HQ from where they can depart under their own steam or on Cosaveli organised transport the following day (Tuesday July 30th).
Friends, Family And Supporters
Q: Can my friends, family or supporters attend the Trois Etapes.
A: Yes. We have a limited number of "VIP Packages" available. Full details of these can be found on the Trois Etapes website, www.troisetapes.org - just follow the link to "VIP Package"
Q: Can anyone purchase a VIP Package if they are not a supporter of a rider or one of the participating charities?
A: No
Q: What is the deadline for purchasing a VIP package?
A: Early May. Please note that there are limited numbers of VIP Packages available so we cannot guarantee availability.
Sponsorship
Q: When is the last date sponsor logos could be added to the kit designs?
A: Tuesday April 30th (close of business).
Q: What is the deadline for sponsor logos to be included on the team support cars?
A: Friday May 30th.
Weather
Q: What will the weather be like?
A: It is very hard to predict weather conditions in the Alps. You should be prepared for significant variations in temperature. This is particularly true for mountain descents.
Medical Support
Q: What medical support will be available at the Trois Etapes.
A: The peloton will be followed at all times by a fully equipped ambulance with two paramedics. A specialist trauma surgeon will be within the peloton at all times. Most team drivers are fully First Aid trained and certified. Physios and sports masseurs will be available at the end of each GC section.
Q: Will sports massage be available?
A: At the end of each day’s racing all riders will be offered a full leg massage. There will be no charge for this. Should you wish to book additional therapies or massage you can make arrangements directly with the therapy team. The therapy team will charge a fee for additional services.
Hotel
Q: Where are we staying.
A: Race HQ is the Hameau des Eaux d’Orelle, 73140 Orelle, France.
Q: Is everyone staying in the same hotel?
A: Yes.
Photography And Video
Q: Will there be photographers covering the event and can I get copies of the photographs afterwards?
A: Yes, there will be photographers covering the event. All photographs will be made available, without charge, to race participants for personal use and to charities for charitable/fundraising purposes. Should you want copies of any photographs for commercial purposes these will be charged for.
Q: Will the event be filmed?
A: Yes the event will be filmed for TV broadcast.
Q: Will I need to agree to a TV Release?
A: Yes. This will be a checkbox in your personal account administration form. It will assist the participating charities greatly if you agree to the TV release.
Wifi
Q: Is there wifi at Race HQ?
A: Yes. Wifi is now available throughout the central buildings at Race HQ. It also extends to some, but not all, apartments and bedrooms. As a note for participants from 2012 – there has been major investment in the technology network.
Charity Branding
Q: Is there a limit to the amount of collateral that charities and sponsors may bring to dress the event (sail flags, pop ups, sponsor logo boards etc.).
A: No. You are welcome to bring as much as you would like. The more you bring the greater your exposure to riders and TV.
Q: How can we get charity or sponsor collateral out to the event?
A: Cosaveli will transport collateral from London (and back). Please deliver all collateral to Cosaveli before Friday July 12th.
Prize Fund
Q: Has a prize fund been announced yet?
A: We are pleased to announce that individual partners of Goldman Sachs through the charitable foundation, Goldman Sachs Gives, will be supporting a prize fund. Further details will be announced in due course.
Insurance
Q: Is there any additional insurance I could purchase over and above the basic cover provided by the event?
A: Cosaveli is not authorised to make recommendations about insurance products. However, you may wish to look at the Race Licenses provided by your country’s racing federation (eg British Cycling in the UK) as these may offer exceptional value.
Further Information
Q: When will we receive further information about event logistics (flights, medical questionnaires, bike transport arrangements etc.)?
A: In early May you will receive a link to a personalised online form. This will provide you with all relevant details for your participation and allow you to select all appropriate options to tailor the event to your specific needs.
Other Items
Q: Is it mandatory that I shave my legs?
A: No. But we’ll know you’re a mountain biker if you don’t.
VIP Package
Many of you have been in touch with requests from colleagues, friends and family who wish to support you at the 2013 Trois Etapes. It is going to be an unforgettable week in the French Alps and we are pleased to announce details of the Trois Etapes 2013 VIP Friends and Family package.
We have a strictly limited number of VIP places at the Trois Etapes. These will be provided on a first-come-first-served basis. Due to logistical constraints we may not be able accommodate all requests so do let us know as soon as possible if you would like to book a VIP package.
These packages are offered on an 'a la carte' basis - you can choose the items that apply to your needs. Please let us know which items you would like to request. Prices are listed in GBP Sterling and include VAT where applicable. You will be invoiced at time of request and your booking will not be confirmed until payment is made.
Package Options:
Flights
London Heathrow - Geneva - London Heathrow
All flights are British Airways from London Heathrow Terminal 5. All bookings are return tickets and no discount applies for a single leg. It is not possible to book a Geneva to London only flight.
Option 1:
- Out: Thur 25th at 11:40 (arr 14:20)
- Back: Tue 30th at 21:20 (arr 21:50)
- Ref = YLUH7I
Option 2: - No Longer Available
- Out: Thur 25th at 11:40 (arr 14:20)
- Back: Mon 29th at 21:20 (arr 21:50)
- Ref = YLUED5
Option 3:
- Out: Thur 25th at 14:00 (arr 16:40)
- Back: Mon 29th at 21:20 (arr 21:50)
- Ref = YLOOVL
All flights are £249 per person.
Transfers
Geneva - Orelle - Geneva
Transfers to and from Geneva Airport to race HQ in Orelle will be provided to connect with each of the three flights above. Alternatively you can choose to travel on the transfers if your own flights to Geneva airport connect with our transfers.
We will need to know in advance if you require transfers. If your VIP guests have not booked transfers through Cosaveli they will need to make their own way to and from Orelle.
Transfers are £25 per person, each way.
Accommodation
Food and Drink
There are two levels of accommodation:
- Spouse package, shared double bed: £299
- Family package, separate beds in a private apartment: £399
All accommodation packages include:
- Any number of nights from Wednesday July 24th through Tuesday July 30th (inclusive) - a maximum of seven nights. These are not offered on a per night basis - only as a week long package
- Access to the pool and spa (excluding the costs of any treatments booked)
- Meals, soft drinks and wine with dinner for up to seven days
Hotel
The Trois Etapes will be based in the stunning Hameau des Eaux d'Orelle in the Maurienne Valley. Recently refurbished, the hotel boasts stunning views of the Maurienne valley and surrounding mountains. The hotel includes a spa, pool and treatment rooms available for use by all riders.
Address:
Le Hameau des Eaux d´Orelle
73140 Orelle
France
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Cosaveli Partners with Maurienne Tourisme
Those that were a part of Trois Etapes 2012 will recognise the climb that the Giro d’Italia peloton will take in the summit finish on the Col du Galibier on Sunday, 19 May. Just one week before the Giro d’Italia arrives in the Maurienne valley, Cosaveli are delighted to be alongside the Tour de France and the Giro d’Italiain such an esteemed calendar of cycling events for 2013.
This poster will be on display throughout the whole of the Maurienne Valley in the run up to Trois Etapes 2013.
For more information on the Maurienne Valley, click HERE to go to the Cyclo Maurienne website.
More Pro Riders Announced
With just over 3 months until Trois Etapes 2013 we thought we’d give more insights into the event pro roster.
Kieran Frend – An Post – CRC – Sean Kelly
Riding for Trois Etapes Team dZi Europe
As the returning Champion from Trois Etapes 2012, Kieran will be joining many of his teammates from last year. Kieran’s professional career is currently supported by Bradley Wiggins’ “Wiggo Foundation”.
Craig Lewis – Team Champion Systems
Riding for Trois Etapes Team dZi USA
Craig is an American professional cyclist who was National U23 Criterium and Road Race Champion. Formerly a part of Mark Cavendish’s hugely successful HTC Team that won the TTT in the 2011 Giro d’Italia. Craig now rides for Team Champion Systems who are aiming to be the first Asian team in the Tour de France. Craig has just had a very unfortunate accident whilst training for the Giro del Trentino. Everyone at Cosaveli would like to wish Craig a very speedy recovery.
Thorsten Wilhelms – Former World Rankings Leader, Team Coast/Bianchi
Riding for Trois Etapes Team World Bicycle Relief
Winner of the inaugural Tour of Qatar and famous as Jan Ullrich’s leadout man, Thorsten is returning to the Trois Etapes for his second year. Also famous at the 2012 Trois Etapes for his break dancing skills at the top of the Col du Galibier and wheelies up Alpe d’Huez. A true character that we can’t wait to welcome back to the event.
Jason White – UK National Road Race Rankings Champion 2011
Riding for Trois Etapes Team SHINE
Based in Essex, England with 17 years racing experience. He notched up 34 wins in one year as well as becoming the National Masters Champion on the road and track. In the same year he also won silver in the Scratch race at the World Masters Track Championships. Jason won a bronze medal in the Team Pursuit at the National Track Championships in 2010 & 2011.
Trois Etapes 2013 Launch Party
The Trois Etapes 2013 launch party was a phenomenal success. Cosaveli were delighted to be joined by Ed Clancy MBE, his three Olympic medals and Tour de France winner, Carlos Sastre.
The event was held at global law firm, Reed Smith LLP's, London headquarters on the 33rd floor of Broadgate Tower. Attended by over 160 supporters from the world of sport, media, business and finance, Cosaveli not only officially launched the 2013 edition of the event, but also revealed plans for a 2014 Trois Etapes Giro event in the Dolomites and an expanded 2014 version of the event in France. The news heralds the creation of a global Pro-Am Race Series.
"I feel happy to be back for the second year, for me it’s beautiful to be here again and this is a magnificent place to be. Last year was fantastic and I think it’s a great event,” said Carlos Sastre. He continued: "It’s a huge motivation to ride, a lot of money being raised for charity which is even more motivation for me. That’s money for the projects and it means a lot for those that really need it."
Looking around the room it was a 'Who's Who' of the City and it didn't go un-noticed by Ed Clancy MBE, "This is perhaps the nicest building I’ve ever been in; it’s certainly the nicest lift I’ve been in to get here! I think it just shows that cycling is popular with everyone at the moment, from all areas of life, and the fact that the people here are willing to put a bit back is cracking." Adding glitz and glamour to the evening, TV's Zoe Hardman and Amy Guy were sporting the Cosaveli kit at Tuesday's launch. For more photos from the launch party, visit and 'Like' our Trois Etapes Facebook Page
Songezo Jim to ride in the Milan San Remo on Sunday
Back in 2008, Team CSC had an ongoing relationship with a South African charity called Velokhaya. Velokhaya had a bike club that kids from the townships could go to. Over the years Team CSC donated bikes, clothing and spare parts to help the club run. But it was and still is far more than just a bike club. Velokhaya gives disadvantaged young people from townships hope. Hope that through hard work and dedication they can make something more of their lives.
In July 2008 CSC paid for a group of the hardest working kids to travel to Europe and experience the Tour de France first hand. One of the young people who was invited on that trip was Songezo Jim. Richard Gorman remembers the day well, "We all shouted and screamed together as Carlos Sastre stormed up Alp d'Huez and took hold of the leaders yellow jersey."
Five years on and Songezo Jim is a true example of what hardwork, commitment and giving someone that 'one chance' can do to change their life.
On Sunday, Songezo will be racing in The Milan San Remo, La Classica di Primavera for Team MTN Qhubeka, the first African team to enter a UCI World Tour event. From everyone at Cosaveli, Buona Fortuna Songezo!
600k raised with 5 months to go
Only 3 months since we announced the full Trois Etapes roster and our fantastic riders and charities have already raised a combined total of $600,000. This is an astonishing figure when we still have 5 months to go until the event itself.
Niels Bryan-Low, CEO of Cosaveli said this about the achievement, "Our goal is to generate unparalleled revenues for our charity partners. We achieve this by creating the ultimate cycling experience for our riders, and by delivering significant and sustainable value for corporate partners. The fact that we've already helped generate $600,000 for our wonderful charities five months before the Trois Etapes 2013 edition is a real testament to the incredible efforts of everyone involved in the event. This brings the total raised for charity in just the last 15 months to over $2.3m."
The seven charity partners of the 2012 edition raised just over $1.7m from the inaugural event held in the French Alps. This year's event sees 10 charities represented from all over the world.
Rainbow Jersey to ride at the Trois Etapes
When Colin Lynch was 16 years old he broke his foot playing rugby and suffered minor spinal cord damage. After several years of operations and multiple bouts with infection, doctors finally had to amputate the leg below the knee.
Colin took up Paralympic cycling 3 years ago and is currently the reigning UCI Paracycling Time Trial World Champion and the World Individual Pursuit Champion on the track.
"Doing the Trois Etapes is an opportunity for me to showcase my time-trialling abilities in the Prologue and I'm looking forward to helping change people's perceptions when they see a rider with a carbon leg riding up the side of some pretty steep mountains! Following on from last year's London Paralympics, this event is a great opportunity to showcase Paracycling to a wide audience, especially with the TV coverage from Channel 4 and Eurosport. I'm looking forward to helping my team in any way I can!"
We are delighted to announce that Colin will be riding for The Anne Frank Trust UK at the Trois Etapes in July.
Garmin Sharp rider Andreas Klier to ride the Trois Etapes
We are delighted to announce that Garmin-Sharp professional cyclist, Andreas Klier, will be riding at the 2013 Trois Etapes in July. Vuelta stage winner and Classic specialist, Andreas will be leading the Prostate Cancer UK team this summer.
I am sure that all participants will not only be looking for a team victory, but will know that with every single kilometer that we suffer in the mountainous climbs of the Tour de France we are doing something good. I hope that the event will be as successful as last year for everyone involved. I wish everybody riding...Good Luck."
Renowned for his cycling anecdotes and great nature we are thoroughly looking forward to seeing Andreas put his team through their paces on the climbs.
Reed Smith to host 2013 Launch in London's Broadgate Tower
The 2013 Trois Etapes launch will take place on Tuesday, 19 March in the stunning reception rooms of international law firm Reed Smith on the 32nd floor of London's Broadgate Tower.
With more than 1,700 lawyers in 25 offices throughout Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the United States, Reed Smith is known for its experience across a broad array of industry sectors. Reed Smith are proud sponsors of The dZi foundation, one of the teams of cyclists who are racing in the Trois Etapes.
More TE2013 Pros Announced...
We are delighted to announce the latest in our wonderful lineup of pros at the Trois Etapes 2013. The following great riders will be joining Carlos Sastre, Colin Lynch (World Paralympic TT Champion), Evie Stevens (World TTT Champion) & Songezo Jim (MTN Qhubeka) at the event in July:
Daniel Lloyd – formerly Garmin Cervelo, Cervelo Test Team and more recently Team IG Sigma Sport will be leading Shooting Star CHASE for the Trois Etapes 2013. A former Grand Tour rider and now the face of YouTube channel, the Global Cycling Network, ‘Lloydy’ will be a great asset to our pro roster.
Mark Beaumont – record-breaking long-distance British cyclist, adventurer, broadcaster, documentary maker and author. Mark returns to the event as Walking With the Wounded’s Pro but has many expeditions between then and now. Good luck from everyone at Cosaveli!
Mark Beaumont said: "I absolutely loved the whole experience of the Trois Etapes in 2012 and so am looking forwards to another chance to lead the LDC Walking With The Wounded team. Coming from an ultra endurance and mainly solo expedition cycling background, it was a very new challenge to work with a team and push our limits on the mega climbs of the TdF. I felt very privileged to lead such an inspiring group of ex-soldiers who are all recovering from serious injuries. The money raised has helped fund their continued rehabilitation and that of their comrades. And just as significantly, the achievement of these men, pushing their limits during the Trois Etapes is a huge inspiration to other wounded personnel to show what is possible, even after serious injury. For me, this years training has started well with a 600 mile ride down Malaysia, some winter training in Dubai and next month an expedition across the North Patagonian icecap. Come July and the Walking with the Wounded Team will be back, even stronger and more motivated for a big result in the 2013 Trois Etapes.
Supporter Announcement
Cosaveli are delighted to be able to announce the first of our 2013 supporters. The Trois Etapes is a huge effort on behalf of many people to create the greatest pro-am race on earth and generate the most money possible for our charity partners. This could not be done without the immense kindness and support of all our partners.We'd like to express some early thanks to those organisations who are already key to making this happen:
LDC (Managers) Limited is the UK's leading regional mid-market private equity house. The firm is a private equity specialist with a 30 year history of supporting management buy-outs, equity release, development and acquisition finance transactions. With a current portfolio of 60+ businesses valued in excess of £2billion LDC’s experience in the private equity arena is well known.
www.ldc.co.uk
Fitness First is one of the largest privately owned health club groups in the world with over 380 Fitness First clubs worldwide reaching over 1 million members in 15 countries.
www.fitnessfirst.co.uk
Cervelo build the fastest and lightest pro bikes for road, tri and track.
www.cervelo.com
Le Col are passionate and committed to designing innovative and progressive garments that cater for all types of cycling. Le Col is a brand for people who need to trust they are getting a product they can rely on and that can take care of the rider in all conditions, freeing them to focus on their physical challenge.
www.lecol.net
Bespoke is London's most exquisite bike retailer stocking Parlee, Pinarello, Trek, Eriksen, Firefly and Specialized as well as providing 3D motion capture bike fitting - all on the edge of the capital's financial heart in the City.
www.bespokecycling.com
The First TE2013 Pro Announcement
With just over 6 months until the Trois Etapes 2013 we wanted to start giving you a few tasters of what you'll hear more about in the coming months.
Pro roster sneak preview
Here are just a few of our the wonderful pros taking part this year:
- Colin Lynch, Irish Paracycling Team member & current UCI World Time Trial and Pursuit Champion
- Evelyn Stevens of Team USA and Team Specialized LuluLemon, current Team Time Trial World Champion and silver medallist in the World Individual Time Trial. Evelyn will be the first female pro at the Trois Etapes.
- Songezo Jim of Team MTN Qhubekha will be returning to the event for his second year during what will be MTN Qhubekha's first season as a Pro Continental Team.
We'll be announcing the rest of the Trois Etapes pros over the coming months so watch this space.
Good luck to our Trois Etapes 2012 pros...
To coincide with many pro team launches, the Cosaveli team would like to take this opportunity to wish some of our Trois Etapes 2012 pro riders the best of luck ahead of their new season. Kieran Frend, last year's winning pro, has signed for the Sean Kelly-CRC-An Post Racing Team and Craig Lewis will be returning to Team Champion Systems.
Kristoff Vandewalle rides again this year with Omega Pharma Quick Step alongside Mark Cavendish. 2012 saw him compete at the Trois Etapes, tie the knot with his wife, become Belgian TT national champion and World TTT Champion.
Channel 4 to Broadcast Trois Etapes 2013
We are delighted to announce that Channel 4 will be broadcasting the Trois Etapes 2013 to the UK terrestrial TV audience. British Eurosport will also be televising the event to the satellite audience. This means the Trois Etapes will have the most prestigious UK broadcast platform of any cycling event.
Charity Exposure & Sponsorship
Mainstream TV exposure means we can support the wonderful work of all our charity partners by reaching a much wider audience. It also provides the opportunity to generate extra value for those corporate partners who are sponsoring the charity teams and the event itself. We are also actively discussing pan-European and international TV rights with a number of other broadcast partners.
Terrestrial TV exposure on top of the broadcast by British Eurosport is something they can now offer to their own team sponsors, boosting their revenue generation through the Trois Etapes even further"
We have built the first pro-am, global cycling series. And we are raising millions for charity. Opportunities exist for advertising, TV bumpers, production sponsorship and product placement.
Please contact us to talk about how we could work together to leverage TV coverage for the benefit of your organisation and the amazing work of our charity partners. Opportunities exist for advertising, TV bumpers, production sponsorship and product placement.
Roster Announced for Trois Etapes 2013
It is with great pleasure that we can now announce the full 14 team roster for Trois Etapes 2013. We are delighted that some fantastic new charity partners will be joining the competitive charity teams that took part in the inaugural edition of the Trois Etapes.
The Anne Frank Trust, 1001 Fontaines and Shooting Star CHASE will be competing for the first time along with EMpower who have both a US and European team. Prostate Cancer UK and Walking with the Wounded are all returning, together with Right To Play, World Bicycle Relief and the dZi Foundation who are each entering multiple teams.
If you would like to compete in the Trois Etapes 2013 you will need to get in touch now so we can try to introduce you to those teams that might have a place left.
dZi Foundation USA & dZi Foundation Europe (2 Teams) - www.dzifoundation.org
The dZi Foundation partners with underserved communities in remote regions of the Himalaya to build sustainable locally-driven programs that improve quality of life through advancing education and health while reducing poverty.
The Anne Frank Trust UK - www.annefrank.org.uk
The Anne Frank Trust UK draws on the power of Anne Frank’s life and diary to challenge prejudice and reduce hatred, encouraging people to embrace positive attitudes, responsibility and respect for others.
Shooting Star Chase - www.shootingstarchase.org.uk
Shooting Star CHASE is a children’s hospice charity caring for over 600 families living in South East England. We aim to make every day count for children and teenagers with life-limiting conditions, and their families.
1001 Fontaines - www.1001fontaines.com
1001 Fontaines improve, in a sustainable way, the health of under-privileged communities living in global rural areas, by enabling them to produce and drink clear and safe water.
EMpower Europe & EMpower US and Asia (2 Teams) - www.empowerweb.org
EMpower supports local organisations in Emerging Markets countries that provide at-risk youth with the tools and resources they need to lead healthy, productive lives
The Prostate Cancer Charity - www.prostate-cancer.org.uk
Prostate Cancer UK believe men deserve better. We fight to help more men survive prostate cancer and enjoy a better quality of life.
Right To Play (2 Teams) - www.righttoplay.com
Right To Play's mission is to use sport and play to educate and empower children and youth to overcome the effects of poverty, conflict, and disease in disadvantaged communities.
Walking with the Wounded - www.walkingwiththewounded.org.uk
Walking with the Wounded is a UK based charity which funds both the re-training and re-education of wounded servicemen and women with the aim of helping them find long term employment after they have left the Armed Forces.
World Bicycle Relief (3 Teams) - www.worldbicyclerelief.org
World Bicycle Relief is dedicated to providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles
Carlos Sastre confirmed for Trois Etapes 2013
2008 Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre will be returning to the Maurienne valley for the Trois Etapes next year. The yellow jersey winner will be joined by a host of leading World Tour pros who will each head up the 2013 Trois Etapes charity teams.
Carlos, who is also the founder of the Smilekers a social enterprise which supports children and adults through sport said, "I'm delighted to be involved with the Trois Etapes on behalf of Smilekers. It gives me great pleasure that my success in cycling can have such a positive impact on the lives of others."
Carlos was such a huge part of what made this year's event so wonderful. We all look forward to even more in 2013."
Dates announced for Trois Etapes 2013
Trois Etapes 2013 will take place over the weekend of July 26th to 29th 2013. Based in Orelle in the Northern French Alps, the 2013 edition will see four days of competitive pro-am racing. The event will include a Prologue individual time trial and three mountain team time trial stages.
Niels Bryan-Low, CEO of event organiser Cosaveli, says "We're overjoyed at the incredible response to the inaugural event in 2012. Creating a sporting event that allowed charities to raise over £1m in three days exceeded every goal we set. The impact on so many people's lives through the work of our charity partners has been profound. That we were able to achieve this while ensuring that everyone involved had the ride of their lives is a testament to everyone's hard work. We greatly look forward to doing it all bigger and better in 2013."
Trois Etapes 2012 raises almost 2 million dollars for charity
The seven charity partners of the Trois Etapes have raised just over $1.7m from the inaugural event held this year in the French Alps. The 2012 Trois Etapes charity partners were:
The dZi Foundation - www.dzifoundation.org - partners with underserved communities in remote regions of the Himalaya to build sustainable locally-driven programs that improve quality of life through advancing education and health while reducing poverty.
Friendship Works - www.friendshipworks.org.uk - is the UK's oldest children's mentoring charity.
The Prostate Cancer Charity - www.prostate-cancer.org.uk - fights prostate cancer (the most common cancer amongst men) on every front: research, support, information and campaigining.
Right To Play - www.righttoplay.com - improves the lives of children in some of the most disadvantaged areas of the world by using the power of sport and play for development, health and peace.
Smilekers - www.smilekers.com - is the social enterprise run by Carlos Sastre and his wife to support children and adults socially and culturally through sport. Amongst other projects, they provide support to the foundation run by Carlos' father, the Victor Sastre Foundation - www.fundacionpdvictorsastre.com.
Walking with the Wounded - www.walkingwiththewounded.org.uk - is a UK based charity which funds both the re-training and re-education of wounded servicemen and women with the aim of helping them find long term employment after they have left the Armed Forces.
World Bicycle Relief - www.worldbicyclerelief.org - World Bicycle Relief is a nonprofit organization providing access to independence and livelihood through The Power of Bicycles. World Bicycle Relief has trained more than 750 field mechanics and provided more than 100,000 specially designed, locally assembled bicycles to disaster survivors, healthcare workers, students and entrepreneurs.
Official Launch Video for the Walking With The Wounded Trois Etapes Cycle Team
The Walking With The Wounded Trois Etapes Cycle Team was unveiled by team captain and world record-breaking cyclist, Mark Beamont, at London’s Imperial War Museum and we spoke to the team members about their view of the race and why they wanted to be involved with Walking With The Wounded.
Edward Parker, Co-Founder of Walking With The Wounded, said that the charity is “hugely grateful to men like those who are heading to France to take on the Alps. We need people like that to highlight what a good cause this is – we are also hugely thankful to all those who donate, whether it be a few pounds or a few thousand pounds. All contributions are warmly received and really do go to make a difference, as you can hear when the wounded Trois Etapes Team members mention with regards to their rehab..
The team will head to France this weekend to take on the formidable French Alps, so keep up-to-date with their news via this website.
Teammates Ride to Make a Difference in 2012 Trois Etapes
World Bicycle Relief is extremely excited to announce its selection for participation in the 2012 Trois Etapes - a televised 3-day pro/am fundraising ride in the French Alps.
Right on the heels of the Tour de France, the 2012 Trois Etapes pits amateur cycling teams against one another in classic Tour de France Alpine climbs including Galibier, Alpe D’Huez, Glandon, Croix de Fer, and Madeleine all in the name of a good cause. Each amateur team is joined by a professional cyclist and a full support crew on the mountain routes.
Team World Bicycle Relief’s innaugural appearance at the Trois Etapes will be led by Team MTN Qhubeka professional cyclist, Songezo Jim. As a member of Team MTN Qhubeka, Songezo Jim is no stranger to raising awareness of mobility issues in rural Africa. In partnership with World Bicycle Relief, Qhubeka projects provide bicycles to children in return for work done to improve their environment and their community. “Qhubeka”, the Nguni word meaning “to carry on”, is an apt name for MTN Qhubeka, Africa’s most winning and largest multi-discipline pro cycle race team.
“Back when I lived in the Eastern Cape, I used to walk to school." says Team MTN Qhubeka member and Team WBR rider Songezo Jim. "I walked for over an hour to get there. I know how it is and how much time it takes, so the World Bicycle Relief/Qhubeka project is something I really love. And it’s not about spoon-feeding people; you have to work to get a bike, which is great. It’s something I never had and I appreciate what they’re doing.”
More on Songezo's Story >
The cause behind Team World Bicycle Relief >
Rounding out the Team World Bicycle Relief Trois Etape squad are four amazing amateur riders: David Avery, Andrew McPherson, Austen Reid, and Thorsten Willhelms. Each of these skilled riders has committed to fundraising a minimum of 5,000 GBP ($8,000) for World Bicycle Relief with all proceeds going to World Bicycle Relief's education program in rural Africa. A generous donor has also committed to matching the first $20,000 raised through the Team World Bicycle Relief Trois Etape riders!
The Trois Etapes will be led by 2008 Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre and runs from July 29th – July 31st. The image above shows Sastre and 2012 Team World Bicycle Relief member David Avery with the World Bicycle Relief Buffalo Bicycle at the Trois Etape Launch party held in London on May 31st, 2012. Below, World Bicycle Relief UK board member Lucy Lynch and Team World Bicycle Relief riders David Avery and Thorsten Wilhelms gather at the Launch event in London and share their excitement for the upcoming adventure.
Want to be a part of the 2013 World Bicycle Relief Trois Etapes Team? Sign up here to learn more >
Trois Etapes Launch
The launch of the Trois Etapes was kindly hosted by international law firm, Reed Smith, at their stunning reception rooms on the 31st floor of London's Broadgate Tower.
Over 120 guests from around the world joined Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre on 30 May 2012. The Trois Etapes will take on some of the toughest climbs of the Tour de France and is the world’s first pro-am cycling event.
Carlos Sastre who won the Tour de France in 2008 took part in an interview with Eurosport TV presenter, Anthony McCrossan discussing Carlos's 2008 victory and his own philanthropic ventures in Spain. Carlos donated a replica of his winning bike which was auctioned off for the charities involved.
Reed Smith are proud sponsors of The dZi foundation, one of the teams of cyclists who are racing in the Trois Etapes in order to raise £1 million for charity. The dZi Foundation is a charity based in Nepal who work tirelessly to provide education, sanitation and stable living environments for remote communities.
Carlos Sastre to Ride Trois Etapes
2008 Tour de France winner Carlos Sastre has announced that he will ride the Trois Etapes. His participation in the event marks a historic cycling moment. It will be the first time since 2008 that Carlos has returned to Alpe D'Huez, the site of his famous stage victory that won him the yellow jersey.
This will be the very first time I have ridden up Alpe d’Huez since my stage win there in 2008. Re-living some of the great memories of that day, whilst helping to raise £1 million for good causes including my own charity Smilekers will be perfect.”
Scott Sunderland Announced As Race Director
Scott Sunderland has today been announced as the 2012 Trois Etapes Race Director. Admired and well known to many, Scott is a legend in the world of professional cycling. As Sports Director at CSC Scott coached the team to the 2008 Tour de France win as well as back to back Paris-Roubaix wins in 2006 and 2007. Scott then went on to become the Senior Sports Director at Team Sky. A former professional rider, Scott will be responsible for the quality and safety of the competition and will head up the event as Race Director.
Scott's involvement will help us realise our goal of raising over £1million for charity."
Dates announced for the Trois Etapes
After nearly a year of planning and work behind the scenes, the dates for this year's Trois Etapes have been announced. The world's first competitive cycling pro-am will take place over three days from Sunday July 29th to Tuesday July 31st.
Richard Gorman Joins Trois Etapes
The Trois Etapes is delighted to welcome Richard Gorman to the team. Richard was responsible for Team CSC that won the 2008 Tour de France as Team CSC Saxo Bank with Carlos Sastre. He has unrivalled experience in the world of professional cycling sponsorship. Richard is on the Board of Cosaveli and will play a key part in the delivery of the Trois Etapes.
It's the culmination of many years of working at the top level of sponsorship and activation in both Pro Cycling and F1 and it's the thing I'm most proud of. I hope you enjoy being part of it as much as we, the Cosaveli team, have in creating it for you.”
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Introducing Cosaveli Head Chef and Maitre D'
This week we would like to introduce you to Head Chef Johnny Ainsworth and Maitre D’ Chris Donovan who will be in charge of the catering at Trois Etapes 2013. Cosaveli will be flying Johnny, who hand picked his team of chefs, and his catering staff to Race HQ to ensure that all riders, mechanics, crew and VIPs are suitably wined and dined throughout the event.
"We have now visited Race HQ and are very honoured to have the opportunity to cook for such talented athletes, at such an amazing race, that will help so many fantastic charities. We have created a detailed plan of the menu throughout the event to ensure that each meal is full of nutritious and locally sourced produce."
With cycling now deemed 'the new golf' it’s ironic that the first major catering event that Chris worked on was the 1987 Milk Race! Since then, Chris has held illustrious positions, such as Deputy Secretary of the quintessential Sunningdale Golf Club which often plays hosts to the PGA majors, and where they both worked together.
Welcome to the Cosaveli team Chris and Johnny!
Interview with dZi Europe Directeur Sportif Bobby Julich
The dZi Foundation has seen their two teams training in both Tuscany and California. A few months ago we announced cycling legend Bobby Julich (centre of image) as Team dZi Europe’s Directeur Sportif. Bobby has been taking his responsibilities very seriously and we caught up with him to find out how his team are getting on.
How was the dZi Europe training camp?
"I had a great time at our first camp last week in Tuscany! Since January, I have been following these guys via TrainingPeaks software and even though I’d already met some of the people involved, it was nice to put a face and personality to each file that I have been looking at for months."
What did you want to get out of the camp?
"My objective at the camp was to follow the riders during the training and get to know them on a personal basis in order to make more informed decisions in the future regarding training, tactics, and teamwork. Following these guys in the car for hours (I am man enough to admit that I am no longer fit enough to train as long or hard as they are!) gave me all the information that I need to support them in the coming months before the actual event in July. We had some great conversations and bonding off the bike as well due to us all staying in the same place and that was just as valuable, if not more so, for developing team spirit and improving communication."
How will the training camp differ to the actual Trois Etapes event in July?
"The Trois Etapes will be challenging on many levels, but you can never predict how people will react when they are tired, hungry, or nervous until they are put under the stress of those conditions. I believe that we learned a lot about each rider’s strengths, weaknesses, and what it means to be a team due to the workload that these guys are under. Each of them have jobs and other commitments, but they have come together to support and raise money for The dZi Foundation and most importantly have fun. I am very much looking forward to our next camp at the end of May and the actual event in July".
Team dZi USA San Francisco Training Camp with Studio Velo
Team dZi USA opened their team training camp in April with a three day ride down the Pacific Coast Highway from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. They were backed in the ride by local friends and team sponsors including Studio Velo, Reed Smith LLP and Marmot.
Cosaveli CEO, Niels Bryan-Low, who attended both training camps said: "The team spirit, the grit, the determination, the will to win the Trois Etapes cycling race and the fundraising palmares amongst these riders is quite astounding. These two teams are shaping up to be real contenders. It's been an honour and a privilege to be part of their training schedule. We wish them every success at the Trois Etapes."
The SHINE Trust
SHINE helps support educational initiatives which encourage disadvantaged children and young people to raise their achievement levels in the core academic subjects. SHINE’s programmes have been tackling educational inequality for 12 years. In that time we have developed considerable expertise in the education sector, investing in projects that have given more than 50,000 children and teenagers the opportunities they need to fulfil their academic potential.
Our approach has been endorsed by the LSE, Ofsted, New Philanthropy Capital and the National Foundation for Educational Research. Educational inequality is a matter of social justice. It is not fair that family income or social background should prevent a child achieving their full potential in life. SHINE believes that all children should have the chance to succeed irrespective of their background of their background and family income. Economically disadvantaged children and teenagers should leave school with an equal chance and real choices for access to further education a good job and a rewarding career.
SHINE is led by a longstanding and committed Board of Trustees, chaired by Jim O’Neill, Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management.SHINE is also supported by a number of high profile patrons and business leaders, such as Sir Alex Ferguson, Lord O’Donnell, Sarah Brown, David Beckham, Sushil Wadhwani, Gavyn Davies and Sir Peter Ogden.
1001 Fontaines
There are 900 million people worldwide living in rural areas who don't have access to a safe source of drinking water. This has a dramatic impact on their health as water borne diseases kill 10,000 people every day - mainly children.
The mission of 1001 fontaines is to improve the health in these rural populations in a sustainable way by enabling them to produce and drink safe water every day. This is achieved through an entrepreneurial model whereby small water treatment facilities are implemented in rural villages and entrusted to a local operator in charge of producing and selling the water at an affordable price. This ensures the communities’ autonomy as well as the sustainability of the project.
Achievements and perspectives
1001 Fontaines' is strongly influenced by the business world's best practices, having two former Accenture partners as MD and President. As of December 2012, 120,000 people benefit from safe drinking water every day in Cambodia and Madagascar though the work of 120 local operators. Pilot sites have just been launched in India, becoming the third country where the 1001 Fontaines model is being implemented. In these countries, 1001 fontaines is supported by other charities such as Oxfam or UNICEF and sponsors such as Danone, Veolia and Accenture.
Encouraged by the positive impact of the project in the field and its efficiency, the organisation aims to grow from 120,000 beneficiaries to 1 million! To achieve this goal, 1001 fontaines needs to raise €5 million over the next few years.
How the Trois Etapes will help us expand our project!
We are thrilled to be participating in the Trois Etapes for the first time, and hope that the event will be an amazing way to raise both funds and awareness on the issue of access to water. Jean-Fabrice Mathieu, one of the 1001 fontaines’ Board Members will be leading the team in a year that will see him and team member Emmanuel Henrion compete in Ironman Nice on 23 June. They will be getting tips from Christophe Lemery and Xavier Azalbert who are returning to the Trois Etapes for the second year. Not long after last year's Trois Etapes, Christophe went on to an age-group podium in the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii, so Trois Etapes seems to bring success not only to the charities but also to the athletes taking part in the race!
Our project is very challenging and our vision is ambitious. We believe that the 1001 fontaines shares a lot of the 'Trois Etapes' spirit and we hope that the synergy between the two will help us raise funds to improve access to water where it is needed most. We look forward to engaging in conversations with people and organisations who would wish to support the project and to the event of course!
For more information on the 1001 Fontaines work, please visit www.1001fontaines.com
The Anne Frank Trust
In 1990 family and friends of Otto Frank set up the Anne Frank Trust to fulfil his wish to see an educational charity in the UK in his daughter's name. The charity draws on the power of Anne Frank’s life and diary to challenge prejudice, encouraging young people to embrace positive attitudes and respect for others.
Why Our Work is Needed
Our work educates both young and old about the damage and suffering caused by prejudice and hatred. We all have a part to play in taking a stand against it. The impact of our work is significant and far reaching, but unfortunately the need for it does not diminish:
- 47% of Britons see Muslims as a threat
- 43,748 hate crimes were recorded in 2011/2012
- 82% of these were race hate crimes and
- 4% religious hate crimes
Where We Work
Our teams deliver education and exhibition programmes in schools, criminal justice institutions and in local communities. Working across six regions of the UK, we target areas of multiple deprivation with high community tensions.
What We Do
In schools
School children visit our Anne Frank exhibition and participate in workshops exploring issues such as identity and diversity. Small groups of pupils are trained as exhibition guides, who take their peers, school teachers and visitors around the exhibition. Guides then have the opportunity to become Anne Frank Ambassadors. The Ambassadors Programme creates even more engaged, educated, pro-active young people whose learning and development is deepened through guiding at our flagship public exhibitions or running workshops on prejudice in schools.
In prisons
Our programme combines an exhibition and talk by a Holocaust survivor with workshops. In each prison that we work, around 10 participants are trained as guides, showing other prisoners and staff around the exhibition. For many of these guides, this is the first time they will have taken on the role of public speaker or informal educator.
In communities
Our flagship Anne Frank and You travelling exhibition builds upon our work in local schools, taking these messages to the rest of the community in which we are working. These community activities teach about Anne Frank’s life and diary and their relevance to local and social issues today.
We are so delighted to be part of the Trois Etapes for the first time. We applaud the grit and commitment of all our riders and look forward to our young beneficiaries receiving the rewards of their endurance.
For more information on the charity’s work, please email Sara Pollins on sara@annefrank.org.uk
Right To Play return with two teams for Trois Etapes 2013
Right To Play is delighted to be involved in the Trois Etapes for the second year running and are looking forward to building on their success as winners of the event last year with the help of long standing supporters and two strong teams in 2013.
Right To Play programmes harness the unique power of sport and play to empower and educate children facing adversity across the world. Through sports and games, local coaches trained by Right To Play help over 800,000 children and young people in 20 countries build essential life skills and better futures, driving lasting social change. Right To Play Athlete Ambassador Mark Cavendish can be seen here visiting Right To Play programmes in Tanzania.
Right To Play’s roots are in the Olympic movement, and they are delighted to confirm that Olympic Rowing Champion Sophie Hosking will be riding for the charity this year. Having memorably won Gold in the lightweight double skulls in July, Sophie will commemorate one year on from this remarkable achievement by joining us on the road and embarking on a challenge of a very different sort!
With support from Sophie and other members of the team, Right To Play is looking forward to raising valuable funds and awareness through the Trois Etapes in support of their programmes across the world.
For more information on the charity’s work, please visit www.righttoplay.co.uk or email Will Morgan on wmorgan@righttoplay.com.
The Power of Donation Matching
This month saw a hugely generous donation from a Trois Etapes rider to World Bicycle Relief that clearly shows the power of donation matching and demonstrates in numbers the charity's Power of Bicycles message.
$134 will put a bicycle in the hands of someone who needs it - providing independence, a way of getting to school or even a livelihood. On learning that World Bicycle Relief had a donation matching programme, the generous Trois Etapes rider donated the equivalent of 590 bicycles. This got instantly matched to release 1,080 bicycle to Africa. With marginal tax rates in the UK at 50%, the real cost to the donor is less than 300 bikes, yet over 1,000 lives will be radically transformed.
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Matching your £ and $:
- Companies often have donation matching schemes for employees who are taking part in the Trois Etapes;
- Some companies will match sponsorship funds donated by personal supporters of our incredible riders;
- Major supporters of a charity can set up a matching programme to help incentivise others to give to a cause;
- Many governments offer tax rebates on philanthropy. Don't forget, in the UK charities can not only claim 25% Gift Aid on eligible donations but the donor can sometimes claim and gift the marginal tax all the way up to the 50% rate
If you have any questions about how you can support any of our charity partners by donating through or setting up a matching scheme, please do get in touch with us. We'd be delighted to introduce you to any of our charity partners.
Walking With the Wounded
Walking With The Wounded was established to fund the re-training of wounded servicemen and women and in so doing assist them in acquiring the skills and qualifications necessary, to find new careers outside the military. Funds are distributed through their own First Steps Bursary Scheme as well as via organisations and projects; such as The Warrior Programme and Poppy Factory, which re-train and empower ex-servicemen and women.
Walking With the Wounded’s focus is on supporting a career transition, from the Armed Forces to the civilian workplace. Employment through re-training is the key outcome, although raising awareness of the wounded is a core component.
WWTW does not just focus on the Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) leaving the Armed Forces today, but Veterans as well and they recognise both physical as well as cognitive injuries such as Post Trumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
Photo credit: The WWTW Ttrois Etapes 2012 Team
Mark Beaumont – record-breaking long-distance British cyclist, adventurer, broadcaster, documentary maker and author said: "I absolutely loved the whole experience of the Trois Etapes in 2012 and so am looking forwards to another chance to lead the LDC Walking With The Wounded team. Coming from an ultra endurance and mainly solo expedition cycling background, it was a very new challenge to work with a team and push our limits on the mega climbs of the TdF. I felt very privileged to lead such an inspiring group of ex-soldiers who are all recovering from serious injuries. The money raised has helped fund their continued rehabilitation and that of their comrades. And just as significantly, the achievement of these men, pushing their limits during the Trois Etapes is a huge inspiration to other wounded personnel to show what is possible, even after serious injury. For me, this years training has started well with a 600 mile ride down Malaysia, some winter training in Dubai and next month an expedition across the North Patagonian icecap. Come July and the Walking with the Wounded Team will be back, even stronger and more motivated for a big result in the 2013 Trois Etapes."
Walking With the Wounded founder, Ed Parker says: "The Trois Etapes is a wonderful event not only for fundraising but also raising awareness for our Wounded Soldiers. In 2012 the WWTW Trois Etapes team contained not only fundraisers but also 3 wounded soldiers, one of whom was a leg amputee."
For more information about Walking With the Wounded please visit www.walkingwiththewounded.org.uk
Shooting Star CHASE
Shooting Star CHASE is a children’s hospice charity that supports families with children and teenagers with life-limiting conditions. Caring for a child 24/7 can be devastating for families and at Shooting Star CHASE the expert paediatric palliative care makes such a difference to their quality of life.
This year is Shooting Star CHASE’s first foray in the Trois Etapes and the team is captained by Julian Miall. Julian’s family is supported by the charity and he is, therefore, determined more than anyone to complete this challenge and make a significant contribution towards the £8.5 million that is required to provide this vital care to over 600 families every year.
For more information about Shooting Star CHASE please visit www.shootingstarchase.org.uk
World Bicycle Relief and the Power of Bicycles
World Bicycle Relief is a global nonprofit organisation transforming individuals and communities through The Power of Bicycles. Since 2005, World Bicycle Relief has trained more than 800 field mechanics and provided more than 125,000 specially designed, locally assembled bicycles to disaster survivors, healthcare workers, students and entrepreneurs.
Compared to walking, bicycles represent an enormous leap in productivity and access to healthcare, education and economic opportunities. The simple, sustainable nature of bicycles empowers individuals, their families and their communities.
To accomplish our mission we:
- DESIGN, SOURCE & MANUFACTURE rugged bicycles engineered specifically for rural African terrain and load requirements
- ASSEMBLE bicycles locally with proper tools and close attention to quality
- DELIVER bicycles through Work-to-Own & Study-to-Own programs
- ESTABLISH maintenance infrastructure by training local field mechanics
- EVALUATE our work through independent studies
- COMMUNICATE program results to donors and partners
In their second year as Trois Etape participants, World Bicycle Relief looks to bring passionate athletes together to use their love of sport for good while empowering those in rural Africa with reliable and sustainable transportation.
EMpower global foundation focused on at risk youth in Emerging Market countries
EMpower - The Emerging Markets Foundation is a global foundation focused on at-risk youth in Emerging Market countries. We support local, community-based organisations that enable young people’s successful transition into productive, healthy adulthood.
With local offices in New York, London and Hong Kong, our reach extends to 73 programmes in 14 countries on 4 continents. Our leadership in understanding the complex issues affecting young people globally has evolved through 12 years of effective, committed partnerships that deliver results and improve the lives of young people.
EMpower is a forward-thinking foundation with an innovative grantmaking model rooted in the expertise and generosity of the EM professional community.
- Efficient, effective use of funds.
EMpower directs 100% of every individual donation to our grantee partners’ programmes. - Global reach with purpose.
EMpower impacts young people’s lives in Argentina, Brazil, China, Colombia, Ghana, India, Mexico, Nigeria, Peru, Philippines, Russia, South Africa, Turkey, and Vietnam. - Donors with substantive involvement.
EMpower donors are actively engaged, participating in grantmaking, governance and travelling to visit grantee partners to get a first-hand perspective.
EMpower’s involvement in the Trois Etapes represents a broader integration of sports into our fundraising and programmatic activities. Not only are we participating in a number of challenges around the world, but we are also supporting many grassroots organizations in emerging market countries that put sports at the forefront of their mission: helping young people become active and confident citizens in their communities.
PCUK Helping more men survive Prostate Cancer
At Prostate Cancer UK, we fight to help more men survive prostate cancer and enjoy a better quality of life. The truth is, prostate cancer is as big an issue for men as breast cancer is for women. It kills 40,000 men in the UK every year. But research is badly underfunded; tests are unreliable; and treatments can cause incontinence and problems having sex.
We believe men deserve better so we:
- Support men living with prostate cancer, prostate problems and the effects of treatment
- Find answers by funding research
- Lead change by campaigning and collaborating
the impact it has...
We're here for men like John
"When I was diagnosed with prostate cancer, I heard the specialist say the word 'cancer' and assumed that the end was nigh. It was time to get my house in order, say goodbye to my family and friends. Fortunately, my wife heard the specialist say that there were treatments. However, the only information or help available was a leaflet from the GP, so I contacted Prostate Cancer UK's specialist nurses. They listened, were caring and gave me all the information I needed. They helped me get my head together. I had my treatment and I'm still here smiling. Life is pretty good."
Trois Etapes & Prostate Cancer UK
Last year 5 riders represented Prostate Cancer UK and teamed up with Seth Pelussi their pro. Owen Sharp, CEO of Prostate Cancer UK sees the Trois Etapes as an important platform for the charity: "The Trois Etapes is a unique event, uniting cyclists to push and support one another up the infamous climbs of the Tour de France to give men like John a fighting chance of a better future. The sponsorship raised by our 2013 team will have an immediate impact, supporting our plans for a game-changing investment in prostate cancer research. The spirit and camaraderie of our team in 2012 showed what can be achieved when passionate people join forces behind a vital cause. We’re looking forward to what 2013 will bring."
If you would like to raise funds and ride in the Prostate Cancer UK team please contact Andy Sallnow direct andy.sallnow@prostatecanceruk.org
An Insight into the dZi Foundation
2013 sees a trans-atlantic effort by the dZi teams to support the people and communities of the Himalayas. The dZi Foundation partners with under served communities in remote regions of the Himalaya. dZi’s work builds sustainable locally-driven programs that improve quality of life through advancing education and health, while reducing poverty.
Training is well underway for both dZi Europe and dZi America who are taking the composition of their teams very seriously. In 2012 dZi’s team raised $175,000 when they teamed up with Mark Cavendish’s former teammate at HTC, Craig Lewis. You can follow the teams on their Endless Ascent www.endlessascent.org web site or the work of the charity at www.dzifoundation.org.
President and Co-Founder of dZi Foundation, Jim Nowak is enthusiastic about the team's involvement in the event, "The Trois Etapes 2012 was a brilliant opportunity for the dZi Foundation and we are excited to be back in 2013 to raise funds for our work by riding the iconic stages of the Tour de France. The Trois Etapes gave us a unique platform in Europe, to spread the impact of our work in Nepal, currently serving over 21,000 individuals through our Deep Development model of community, selected, designed and driven programs. We look forward to racing our hearts and our lungs out in the Alps for for the thousands we serve, who live in the throne of the mountain gods, Nepal."
The Pro Team Experience
All teams at the Trois Etapes receive the kind of support usually reserved for Grand Tours: race radios, mechanics, soigneurs, physios, support cars and full team race kit. In order to stand out even more, some teams have already expressed an interest in sourcing some of their own equipment through separate sponsorship deals. These have included agreements with kit manufacturers, the loan of full World Tour spec'd support vehicles or deals with bike manufacturers for team bikes. Whatever your commercial opportunities, the team at event organiser Cosaveli are always on hand to assist you.
If you need us for anything that will help enhance your relationship with your team's corporate supporters and raise more money and awareness for your charity - just get in touch.
Trois Etapes Winter Training Tips
If you live in the mountains it's easy enough to train for an event like the Trois Etapes. But most of us don't. It's generally OK to train for time-trial type racing with nothing more than a diet of long easy aerobic rides interspersed with hard, fast interval session. But that just won't do for mountains (witness how many outstanding time-trial riders experience their "legs falling off" in the Alps during the tour de France.
For mountains the force on the leg muscles is inevitably higher (even with easier gearing) and the force on the calves is usually much higher. The hip adductors get much more stressed and the glutes get used differently.
Tips for those of us that don't live in the mountains:
- Find some hills and ride up them often
- The muscle use on a good step machine is very close to the muscle use on a steep bike climb. It helps to keep on the balls of your feet on the steps (ie: heels are in the air) to simulate the stress that you will have on your calves during a climb
- During climbs your heart rate will go above the aerobic level. It's important to make sure that you are used to it. Make sure this is part of your training schedule.
- Stretch the calves after each bike ride. This helps prevent the achilles from getting injured. Very important as the achilles will be taking a lot of loading.
- Mountains put more force on your legs than flat rides, try adding weight training into the mix. A lot of long rides can make you fit but weak. Doing squats once a week (around 8 sets of squats with 12 reps each set) is enough to maintain force.
- Training volume: steadily increase then ramp up a lot around 6 weeks before the event.
- One long ride per week (4 to 6 hours) at an easy pace is essential.
- A weekly leg massage can real help.
- It's important not to overtrain: "heavy legs" means take a rest day or go very easy. Trying to train hard all the time just leads to burnout.
For an amateur athlete the Trois Etapes is in the "ultra" category and the main aim of an ultra is to finish it. You will want to race but's all a waste of time if you don't finish so here are a few tips:
- Heat can be a problem. It is hard to prepare for hot conditions but saunas can help.
- Dehydration occurs before you feel thirst. Drink regularly on the bike and the habit is acquired by regular practise on rides.
- Sunburn causes huge dehydration - make sure to use an SPF 50 block on arms/face/back of neck.
- Practise eating on the bike on every training run. You need to find out in advance what food (nutrition bars etc. you can take.). Ignoring this step is asking for trouble. Eat frequently during the ride even if you're not hungry.
- Get your bike setup fixed properly in advance of the race. Do not change saddle height the night before (it happens amazingly often that amateur riders fiddle with the basic bike settings before a race due to nerves. This is a disaster because you use the muscles differently. Get it right well in advance.
- Take it easy and stick to sensible heart rate levels. Ignore this and you risk flooding the system with lactates and then failing.
- Learn to descend properly. Fast descent on a bike is dangerous and you will find that you have very little room for manoeuvre if there is a rock on the road (it happens) so you need constant awareness of the road surface as well as what is going on ahead and around you.
Taking Part
Unique Riding Experience
If you are interested in taking part in the Trois Etapes we would be delighted to hear from you. The Trois Etapes is structured to allow for a range of skill, power and experience levels. The goal of the event is to raise money for charity so keen cyclists of any ability who are passionate about raising money for charity should feel free to get in touch. The Trois Etapes is a rare opportunity for amateur riders to attack some of the most renowned Alpine stages of the Tour de France; to ride with the pros and experience cycling like a pro. The event has been planned and organised by some of the leading lights of the professional cycling world to ensure the highest level of competitive quality and rider safety.
Every detail of the event has been tailored to make this a true pro-team experience:
- Pro-riders on each team to support riders and advise on tactics
- Routes include some of the most renowned Alpine tour stages
- Support vehicles and mechanics
- Masseurs and physios throughout
- Team radios: riding competitively as a team – strategy is as important as power
- Specialist catering both during and after each day’s racing
- Transport of your bike to and from the event from London
- Team kit
Fundraising platform for charities worldwide
Charities may enter their own team of riders. Typically the entry fee is paid for by the charity who then use the platform to raise money for their cause. We select those charities who apply based on:
- our belief in the efficacy and impact of their work; and
- our belief in their ability to use the Trois Etapes platform to the greatest fundraising effect
We expect charities to be able to leverage their involvement into a > £100k gross return. Last year each charity averaged £110k.
It is possible for a group of riders or a corporate sponsor to enter a team on behalf of a charity. A number of charities have entered in this manner. In this case, the riders or the corporate sponsor pay the entry fee and all revenues raised go to the charity. In either case charities will receive ALL income from the following sources. (Please note, these funds will pass directly to the charities, the Trois Etapes takes no fees, management charges or deductions from any of these revenue sources).
- Rider entry fees
Riders gain access to the most exciting pro-am cycling competition ever staged. Charities and rider teams are welcome to make mutual arrangements setting the entry price for teams and/or individual riders. - Individual sponsorship
In addition to their entry fees, riders and charities will work together to raise individual sponsorship donations. These might include rider sponsorship pages on sites like JustGiving and Virgin Money Giving. This might include charities promoting the event to their supporters and donors. Friends, family, work colleagues, suppliers, employers, donors and supporters should all be encouraged to participate, support their team and donate to the cause before, during and after this challenge event. - Corporate sponsorship
Each team will have the right to sell three levels of sponsorship. Team sponsorship packages are valuable both at a marketing level (because the event will be televised) and as a sales opportunity (because sponsors will be granted access to the high caliber rider demographic). Gold Level Team sponsors are exclusive and give the sponsor the right to the team name cobranding. Silver and Bronze Level Team sponsors are non-exclusive: charities may seek a number of Silver and Bronze sponsors whose branding will appear on all team related collateral.
If you represent either a charity or a team of riders and would like to discuss entry to the Trois Etapes please don’t hesitate to Contact Us
Opportunities to sponsor
There are various sponsorship opportunities for both teams and the main event. A number of the sponsorship opportunities are completely unique in that sponsorship funds go directly to the charities. For further information, please contact Richard Gorman at Cosaveli.
Entry Fees
The entry fee is all-inclusive and covers everything from hotel, accommodation, flights from London, airport transfers, team support car, mechanics, food, pro rider, bike transport, team radios, race kit, physios etc. Team entries are £35,000 (Sterling) and cover all costs for 11 people
- 7 amateur riders
- 1 pro rider
- 1 driver/DS
- 1 charity representative
- 1 team sponsor representative
Entry invoices are issued by Cosaveli Ltd, the event organisers, and are being issued under the European Tour Operators Margin Scheme so will not be subject to additional VAT charges. All fundraising income from the event passes directly to the charities involved rather than through Cosaveli Ltd.
Previous Edition & Results
Eurosport TV
Photos
The 2012 edition of the Trois Etapes was a truly unique and challenging event in world cycling. 10 teams competed over three consecutive days in Team Time Trial format, on three classic Tour de France Alpine climbs, for the honour of being crowned the Champions of the Trois Etapes and raised over $1.7m for charity in the process.
2012 Routes
The 2012 edition of the Trois Etapes was run over three days: Sunday July 29th to Tuesday July 31st 2012.
ETAPE 1: Orelle – Col de la Croix de Fer - Col du Glandon – Orelle
Leaving the event headquarters in Orelle, the Trois Etapes started with a mass peloton ride for 20km into the town of St Jean de Maurienne. This was followed by a mountain team time trial, with each team setting off at 30 second intervals, followed by their own support car. The timed GC section saw all teams compete for the fastest four riders to make the summit of the Col de la Croix de Fer. After regrouping at the summit, each team made its way across to the Col du Glandon and enjoyed a fabulous descent back down to the town of St Etienne des Cuines before returning up the valley to Orelle.
- Col de la Croix de Fer – 2067m
- Ascent – 1437m
- Length of climb – 28km
- Total Distance - 101km
ETAPE 2: Orelle – Col du Telegraphe – Col du Galibier – Alpe d'Huez
Teams left the event headquarters in Orelle individually in two minute intervals. A 7km, untimed section took each team to the town of St Michel de Maurienne where the timed 35km ascent of Col du Galibier started. This was raced in the standard team time trial format with the finishing line at the summit of the Col du Galibier. Each team then made their way to the rendez-vous at the base of Alpe d’Huez. A mass peloton start at the base of Alpe d’Huez ensured that riders wishing to post individual times can scale Alpe D’Huez at their chosen pace. Those riders wishing to soak in Carlos Sastre’s historic return to Alpe D’Huez may ride with him to his named turn for a commemorative photo with his plaque before scaling Alpe d’Huez with Carlos. All participants will be transported back to Orelle at the end of the stage.
- Col du Telegraphe – 1566m
- Ascent – 851m
- Length of climb – 11.8km
- Col du Galibier – 2642m
- Ascent – 1241
- Length of climb - 18km
- Alpe d’Huez – 1845m
- Ascent – 1130m
- Length of climb - 13.8km
- Total Distance - 101km
ETAPE 3: Orelle – Col de la Madeleine – St Francois Longchamps
Teams left the event headquarters at Orelle in two minute intervals. The stage started with a 30km untimed flat section before attacking the timed GC section of the Col de la Madeleine from La Chambre to the summit for the race’s final finish. All riders finished with a final roll down the mountain to La Parelle in St Francois Longchamps for champagne, prize-giving and lunch
- Col de la Madeleine – 1993m
- Ascent – 1522m
- Length of climb – 19.05km
- Total Distance - 50km
Etape One
| First name | Last name | Race number | Gender | Finish status | Gun time | Team name | Finish time | Pos | Gender Pos |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Andrew | McPherson | 60 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:38:29 | 1 | 1 |
| Kieran | Frend | 46 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:38:54 | 2 | 2 |
| Kevin | Connors | 43 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:38:56 | 3 | 3 |
| Horst | Schlenker | 45 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:38:56 | 4 | 4 |
| Jarett | Gedir | 44 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:38:59 | 5 | 5 |
| Jerome | Dunne | 2 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:53 | 6 | 6 |
| Christopher | Milner | 5 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:53 | 7 | 7 |
| Tomasz | Wrzecionowski | 3 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:54 | 8 | 8 |
| Carlos | Sastre | 1 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:54 | 9 | 9 |
| Soren | Mose | 59 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:40:18 | 10 | 10 |
| Thorsten | Wilhelms | 61 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:40:19 | 11 | 11 |
| Songezo | Jim | 62 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:40:20 | 12 | 12 |
| Kate | George | 39 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 01:41:10 | 13 | 13 |
| Nicholas | Field | 38 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 01:42:40 | 14 | 14 |
| Garrath | Fulford | 26 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 01:43:14 | 15 | 15 |
| Christophe | Lemery | 33 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:43:16 | 16 | 16 |
| Seth | Pelusi | 31 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:43:16 | 17 | 17 |
| Benjamini | Dixon | 34 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:43:16 | 18 | 18 |
| Gerald | Moser | 29 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:43:17 | 19 | 19 |
| Christopher | Maddox | 14 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:43:53 | 20 | 20 |
| Scott | Penzarella | 16 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:43:54 | 21 | 21 |
| Thomas | Newmeyer | 15 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:43:55 | 22 | 22 |
| Craig | Lewis | 12 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:43:55 | 23 | 23 |
| Jason | White | 37 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 01:43:56 | 24 | 24 |
| Jason | Ash | 40 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 01:43:57 | 25 | 25 |
| David | Land | 27 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 01:44:24 | 26 | 26 |
| Peter | Klein | 41 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:45:47 | 27 | 27 |
| Mark | Likeman | 8 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Race Timing Systems | 01:46:20 | 28 | 28 |
| Timothy | Oldfield | 58 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:47:06 | 29 | 29 |
| Peter | Latham | 56 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:47:07 | 30 | 30 |
| Rupert | Smedley | 57 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:47:08 | 31 | 31 |
| Mark | Beaumont | 53 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:47:09 | 32 | 32 |
| Marshall | Burnett | 6 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:48:44 | 33 | 33 |
| Maximiliano | Ramirez-Espain Sotelo | 24 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 01:48:54 | 34 | 34 |
| Jacob | Martin | 23 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 01:48:54 | 35 | 35 |
| Russell | Stocker | 19 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 01:50:09 | 36 | 36 |
| Cassra | Schahbasi | 18 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 01:50:11 | 37 | 37 |
| Byron | Tudor | 48 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 01:50:23 | 38 | 38 |
| Kristof | Vandewalle | 51 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 01:50:24 | 39 | 39 |
| Jeffrey | Resnick | 4 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Purple | 01:50:36 | 40 | 40 |
| Thomas | Bowker | 49 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 01:52:39 | 41 | 41 |
| Marcus | Browning | 42 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Green | 01:53:19 | 42 | 42 |
| Marcel | Koebeli | 25 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 01:53:59 | 43 | 43 |
| James | Golding | 50 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 01:54:16 | 44 | 44 |
| Austen | Reid | 63 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:55:17 | 45 | 45 |
| Philip | Burt | 22 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 01:55:34 | 46 | 46 |
| Barry | Scott | 17 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 01:55:35 | 47 | 47 |
| William | Keller | 11 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:56:47 | 48 | 48 |
| Craig | Parker | 13 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:57:06 | 49 | 49 |
| Donald | Maclean | 54 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:07:45 | 50 | 50 |
| David | Avery | 64 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:09:12 | 51 | 51 |
| Paul | Christensen | 30 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:09:48 | 52 | 52 |
| David | Kingdon Jones | 20 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 02:10:33 | 53 | 53 |
| Antonio | Coniglio | 21 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Green | 02:10:33 | 54 | 54 |
| Paras | Jethwa | 32 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:16:03 | 55 | 55 |
| Craig | Preece | 55 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:19:28 | 56 | 56 |
| Michael | DePhillips | 36 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 02:20:53 | 57 | 57 |
| Sepp | Huber | 47 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 02:21:55 | 58 | 58 |
| Ben | Higgins | 7 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Race Timing Systems | 02:24:15 | 59 | 59 |
| Oren | Peleg | 35 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Yellow | 02:26:34 | 60 | 60 |
| Xavier | Azalbert | 52 | Male | Finished | 08:48:30 | Right To Play Red | 02:45:19 | 61 | 61 |
| Megan | Kenny | 28 | Female | Finished | 08:48:30 | Friendship Works Silver | 03:07:03 | 62 | 1 |
| Jim | Cahill | 9 | Male | Not yet started | 08:48:30 | Race Timing Systems | |||
| Dave | Bray | 10 | Male | Not yet started | 08:48:30 | Race Timing Systems |
Etape Two
| First name | Last name | Race number | Gender | Finish status | Team name | Finish time | Pos | Gender Pos | Tstart | Tleg | Telegraph | Galibier |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomasz | Wrzecionowski | 3 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:01:54 | 1 | 1 | 01:07:36 | 01:54:08 | 00:46:32 | 01:15:21 |
| Christopher | Milner | 5 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:02:02 | 2 | 2 | 01:07:33 | 01:54:11 | 00:46:38 | 01:15:24 |
| Carlos | Sastre | 1 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:02:07 | 3 | 3 | 01:07:35 | 01:54:10 | 00:46:35 | 01:15:32 |
| Kevin | Connors | 43 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:03:50 | 4 | 4 | 01:10:35 | 01:57:53 | 00:47:18 | 01:16:32 |
| Horst | Schlenker | 45 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:03:57 | 5 | 5 | 01:10:38 | 01:57:52 | 00:47:14 | 01:16:43 |
| Jarett | Gedir | 44 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:04:00 | 6 | 6 | 01:10:37 | 01:57:53 | 00:47:16 | 01:16:45 |
| Kieran | Frend | 46 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:04:01 | 7 | 7 | 01:10:35 | 01:57:52 | 00:47:17 | 01:16:44 |
| Nicholas | Field | 38 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 02:07:24 | 8 | 8 | 00:58:30 | 01:48:06 | 00:49:36 | 01:17:49 |
| Jacob | Martin | 23 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:07:44 | 9 | 9 | 00:53:27 | 01:44:42 | 00:51:15 | 01:16:28 |
| Andrew | McPherson | 60 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:07:51 | 10 | 10 | 01:07:10 | 01:53:53 | 00:46:43 | 01:21:08 |
| Kate | George | 39 | Female | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 02:08:35 | 11 | 1 | 00:58:30 | 01:48:04 | 00:49:34 | 01:19:01 |
| Thorsten | Wilhelms | 61 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:09:30 | 12 | 11 | 01:07:04 | 01:54:10 | 00:47:06 | 01:22:24 |
| Garrath | Fulford | 26 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:09:39 | 13 | 12 | 00:53:29 | 01:44:02 | 00:50:33 | 01:19:05 |
| Kristof | Vandewalle | 51 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 02:09:53 | 14 | 13 | 00:51:26 | 01:44:39 | 00:53:13 | 01:16:40 |
| Thomas | Newmeyer | 15 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:10:36 | 15 | 14 | 01:00:41 | 01:50:15 | 00:49:34 | 01:21:02 |
| Scott | Penzarella | 16 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:10:36 | 16 | 15 | 01:00:41 | 01:50:13 | 00:49:32 | 01:21:04 |
| Jim | Songezo | 62 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:10:39 | 17 | 16 | 01:07:10 | 01:55:15 | 00:48:05 | 01:22:34 |
| Craig | Lewis | 12 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:10:41 | 18 | 17 | 01:00:41 | 01:50:15 | 00:49:34 | 01:21:07 |
| Jason | Ash | 40 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 02:10:51 | 19 | 18 | 00:58:30 | 01:48:04 | 00:49:34 | 01:21:17 |
| Jason | White | 37 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 02:10:52 | 20 | 19 | 00:58:31 | 01:48:05 | 00:49:34 | 01:21:17 |
| Soren | Mose | 59 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:10:52 | 21 | 20 | 01:07:04 | 01:55:15 | 00:48:11 | 01:22:42 |
| Peter | Klein | 41 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:13:16 | 22 | 21 | 01:10:36 | 01:59:01 | 00:48:25 | 01:24:51 |
| Benjamini | Dixon | 34 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:14:49 | 23 | 22 | 01:03:42 | 01:54:57 | 00:51:15 | 01:23:34 |
| Gerald | Moser | 29 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:14:50 | 24 | 23 | 01:03:44 | 01:54:56 | 00:51:12 | 01:23:37 |
| Christophe | Lemery | 33 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:14:50 | 25 | 24 | 01:03:41 | 01:54:55 | 00:51:14 | 01:23:36 |
| Seth | Pelusi | 31 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:14:50 | 26 | 25 | 01:03:42 | 01:54:56 | 00:51:14 | 01:23:37 |
| David | Land | 27 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:15:34 | 27 | 26 | 00:53:25 | 01:46:22 | 00:52:57 | 01:22:37 |
| Byron | Tudor | 48 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 02:16:16 | 28 | 27 | 00:51:25 | 01:44:38 | 00:53:13 | 01:23:03 |
| Maximiliano | Ramirez-Espain Sotelo | 24 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:16:35 | 29 | 28 | 00:53:28 | 01:44:36 | 00:51:08 | 01:25:27 |
| James | Golding | 50 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 02:16:47 | 30 | 29 | 00:51:25 | 01:43:48 | 00:52:23 | 01:24:25 |
| Marshall | Burnett | 6 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:17:42 | 31 | 30 | 01:07:36 | 01:57:57 | 00:50:21 | 01:27:21 |
| Mark | Likeman | 8 | Male | Finished | Race Timing Systems | 02:18:04 | 32 | 31 | 00:51:24 | 01:42:58 | 00:51:34 | 01:26:30 |
| Rupert | Smedley | 57 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:18:35 | 33 | 32 | 00:59:03 | 01:52:02 | 00:52:59 | 01:25:36 |
| Timothy | Oldfield | 58 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:18:37 | 34 | 33 | 00:59:05 | 01:52:05 | 00:53:00 | 01:25:38 |
| Mark | Beaumont | 53 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:18:45 | 35 | 34 | 00:59:04 | 01:52:02 | 00:52:58 | 01:25:46 |
| Peter | Latham | 56 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:18:46 | 36 | 35 | 00:59:05 | 01:52:05 | 00:53:00 | 01:25:46 |
| Christopher | Maddox | 14 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:18:50 | 37 | 36 | 01:00:41 | 01:50:14 | 00:49:33 | 01:29:17 |
| Jerome | Dunne | 2 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:19:44 | 38 | 37 | 01:07:36 | 01:54:06 | 00:46:30 | 01:33:14 |
| Russell | Stocker | 19 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:20:16 | 39 | 38 | 00:50:39 | 01:44:43 | 00:54:04 | 01:26:12 |
| Cassra | Schahbasi | 18 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:20:18 | 40 | 39 | 00:50:37 | 01:44:48 | 00:54:11 | 01:26:08 |
| Barry | Scott | 17 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:20:22 | 41 | 40 | 00:50:39 | 01:44:54 | 00:54:15 | 01:26:06 |
| Craig | Parker | 13 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:20:33 | 42 | 41 | 00:33:45 | 01:33:10 | 00:59:25 | 01:21:08 |
| Thomas | Bowker | 49 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 02:23:19 | 43 | 42 | 00:51:27 | 01:44:19 | 00:52:52 | 01:30:27 |
| Jeffrey | Resnick | 4 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 02:23:27 | 44 | 43 | 01:07:36 | 02:00:43 | 00:53:07 | 01:30:21 |
| Marcus | Browning | 42 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 02:23:43 | 45 | 44 | 01:10:36 | 02:04:22 | 00:53:46 | 01:29:57 |
| Marcel | Koebeli | 25 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:24:09 | 46 | 45 | 00:53:26 | 01:44:42 | 00:51:16 | 01:32:54 |
| William | Keller | 11 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 02:28:09 | 47 | 46 | 00:33:44 | 01:32:30 | 00:58:46 | 01:29:23 |
| Philip | Burt | 22 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:28:15 | 48 | 47 | 00:50:36 | 01:52:45 | 01:02:09 | 01:26:06 |
| Austen | Reid | 63 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:30:24 | 49 | 48 | 01:07:01 | 02:02:45 | 00:55:44 | 01:34:39 |
| Antonio | Coniglio | 21 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:31:25 | 50 | 49 | 00:50:40 | 01:44:54 | 00:54:14 | 01:37:10 |
| Donald | Maclean | 54 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:42:39 | 51 | 50 | 00:59:04 | 01:58:55 | 00:59:51 | 01:42:48 |
| Paul | Christensen | 30 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:43:25 | 52 | 51 | 00:33:46 | 01:37:37 | 01:03:51 | 01:39:34 |
| David | Kingdon Jones | 20 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 02:44:08 | 53 | 52 | 00:50:37 | 01:52:46 | 01:02:09 | 01:41:59 |
| Oren | Peleg | 35 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 02:46:01 | 54 | 53 | 00:33:39 | 01:33:07 | 00:59:28 | 01:46:32 |
| David | Avery | 64 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 02:51:42 | 55 | 54 | 00:33:38 | 01:35:29 | 01:01:51 | 01:49:51 |
| Paras | Jethwa | 32 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 03:01:31 | 56 | 55 | 00:35:26 | 01:41:59 | 01:06:33 | 01:54:59 |
| Sepp | Huber | 47 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 03:01:32 | 57 | 56 | 00:33:44 | 01:41:26 | 01:07:42 | 01:53:49 |
| Ben | Higgins | 7 | Male | Finished | Race Timing Systems | 03:02:02 | 58 | 57 | 00:33:39 | 01:41:04 | 01:07:25 | 01:54:38 |
| Xavier | Azalbert | 52 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 03:13:49 | 59 | 58 | 00:33:43 | 01:41:15 | 01:07:32 | 02:06:17 |
| Megan | Kenny | 28 | Female | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 03:43:43 | 60 | 2 | 00:00:00 | 00:58:40 | 00:58:40 | |
| Jim | Cahill | 9 | Male | Not yet started | Race Timing Systems | 00:00:00 | ||||||
| Dave | Bray | 10 | Male | Not yet started | Race Timing Systems | 00:00:00 | ||||||
| Michael | DePhillips | 36 | Male | DNF | Right To Play Yellow | 00:33:39 | 01:35:33 | 01:01:54 | ||||
| Craig | Preece | 55 | Male | DNF | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 00:59:04 | 02:03:19 | 01:04:15 |
Etape Three
| First name | Last name | Race number | Gender | Finish status | Team name | Finish time | Pos | Gender Pos |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorsten | Wilhelms | 61 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:26:04 | 1 | 1 |
| Andrew | McPherson | 60 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:26:24 | 2 | 2 |
| Soren | Mose | 59 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:26:41 | 3 | 3 |
| Jim | Songezo | 62 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:26:42 | 4 | 4 |
| Seth | Pelusi | 31 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:26:51 | 5 | 5 |
| Gerald | Moser | 29 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:26:52 | 7 | 7 |
| Benjamini | Dixon | 34 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:26:52 | 6 | 6 |
| Christophe | Lemery | 33 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:26:53 | 8 | 8 |
| Katherine | George | 39 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:27:31 | 9 | 9 |
| Kieran | Frend | 46 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:27:49 | 10 | 10 |
| Kevin | Connors | 43 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:27:50 | 12 | 12 |
| Horst | Schlenker | 45 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:27:50 | 11 | 11 |
| Jarett | Gedir | 44 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:27:51 | 13 | 13 |
| Nicholas | Field | 38 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:27:53 | 14 | 14 |
| Jason | White | 37 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:27:57 | 15 | 15 |
| Jason | Ash | 40 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:27:57 | 16 | 16 |
| Thomas | Newmeyer | 15 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:31:23 | 17 | 17 |
| Scott | Penzarella | 16 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:31:23 | 18 | 18 |
| Craig | Lewis | 12 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:31:28 | 19 | 19 |
| Byron | Tudor | 48 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 01:32:36 | 20 | 20 |
| Peter | Klein | 41 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:33:04 | 21 | 21 |
| Kristof | Vandewalle | 51 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 01:33:11 | 22 | 22 |
| David | Land | 27 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 01:33:13 | 23 | 23 |
| Garrath | Fulford | 26 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 01:33:15 | 24 | 24 |
| Christopher | Maddox | 14 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:36:01 | 25 | 25 |
| Rupert | Smedley | 57 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:36:30 | 27 | 27 |
| Timothy | Oldfield | 58 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:36:30 | 26 | 26 |
| Mark | Beaumont | 53 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:36:31 | 28 | 28 |
| Peter | Latham | 56 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:36:32 | 29 | 29 |
| William | Keller | 11 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:37:18 | 30 | 30 |
| Mark | Likeman | 8 | Male | Finished | Race Timing Systems | 01:37:51 | 31 | 31 |
| Jeffrey | Resnick | 4 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:38:58 | 32 | 32 |
| Christopher | Milner | 5 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:38:58 | 33 | 33 |
| Marshall | Burnett | 6 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:38:58 | 34 | 34 |
| Jerome | Dunne | 2 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:38:59 | 35 | 35 |
| Carlos | Sastre | 1 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:00 | 36 | 36 |
| Tomasz | Wrzecionowski | 3 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Purple | 01:39:00 | 37 | 37 |
| Marcel | Koebeli | 25 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 01:39:03 | 38 | 38 |
| Jacob | Martin | 23 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 01:39:04 | 39 | 39 |
| Thomas | Bowker | 49 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 01:39:47 | 40 | 40 |
| Cassra | Schahbasi | 18 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:42:31 | 41 | 41 |
| Russell | Stocker | 19 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:42:46 | 42 | 42 |
| James | Golding | 50 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Red | 01:44:12 | 43 | 43 |
| Maximiliano | Ramirez-Espain Sotelo | 24 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 01:44:16 | 44 | 44 |
| Jim | Mowak | 69 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:46:20 | 45 | 45 |
| Marcus | Browning | 42 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Green | 01:47:04 | 46 | 46 |
| Michael | DePhillips | 36 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:47:32 | 47 | 47 |
| Barry | Scott | 17 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:49:17 | 48 | 48 |
| Philip | Burt | 22 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:49:18 | 49 | 49 |
| Ben | Higgins | 7 | Male | Finished | Race Timing Systems | 01:52:56 | 50 | 50 |
| Craig | Parker | 13 | Male | Finished | dZi Foundation Charity | 01:53:03 | 51 | 51 |
| Antonio | Coniglio | 21 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:54:20 | 52 | 52 |
| Donald | Maclean | 54 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 01:56:13 | 53 | 53 |
| Paul | Christensen | 30 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 01:57:14 | 54 | 54 |
| Austen | Reid | 63 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:58:21 | 55 | 55 |
| David | Kingdon Jones | 20 | Male | Finished | Friendship Works Green | 01:58:31 | 56 | 56 |
| David | Avery | 64 | Male | Finished | World Bicycle Relief Charity | 01:58:31 | 57 | 57 |
| Oren | Peleg | 35 | Male | Finished | Right To Play Yellow | 01:58:44 | 58 | 58 |
| Craig | Preece | 55 | Male | Finished | Walking With the Wounded Charity | 02:15:58 | 59 | 59 |
| Paras | Jethwa | 32 | Male | Finished | Prostate Cancer Charity | 02:17:09 | 60 | 60 |
| Megan | Kenny | 28 | Female | Finished | Friendship Works Silver | 02:41:15 | 61 | 1 |
| Jim | Cahill | 9 | Male | Not yet started | Race Timing Systems | |||
| Dave | Bray | 10 | Male | Disqualified | Race Timing Systems | |||
| Sepp | Huber | 47 | Male | Not yet started | Right To Play Red | |||
| Xavier | Azalbert | 52 | Male | Started and running | Right To Play Red |
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