Everesting is a brutally simple concept – cycle repeat climbs of one hill in a single activity totalling at least 8,848m of elevation and join the elite group of riders accredited by Hells500 – holders of the Everesting Hall of Fame.
A dedicated and inventive cyclist Chris Gambs (co-lead Cycling Friends UK Facebook group) came up with the concept of claiming the record for the most riders completing an Everest in one event. Norway holds the record at 54.
June 4th 2023, 77 riders took to the start line, it was an amazing day with some epic and heroic battles on Peaslows. However, we didn’t make it, 45 riders completed an Everest. 10 short of the record.
9th June 2024 we were back on Peaslows in brutally wet conditions but with a strong wind blowing UP the hill! 86 riders took to the line and battled on in tough conditions. All day we were right in the balance of taking the record but around 18:00 it became apparetn that we’d be at least 2 riders short! So close yet so far!
The event isn’t just about the record, it’s very much a personal achievment too. Almost everyone who took part climbed more vert than previously.
It’s a commuity event with some amazing stories and support at the road side. There is no better way to get your Everest or just take on an amzing challenge.
If anyone is up for the ultimate challenge then battle on for an amazing 10,000m!
If we get 55 or more riders to complete an Everest then we will set a World Record recognised by Hells500!
Everyone who took part in 2023 & 2024 declared it the toughest but must amazing event they have done. Velo29’s support offered all that you need to get through the ultimate challenge!
In the week before the event from 10am Tuesday until 18:00 Thursday we need you to complete a Pre-Event Questionnaire and book a time slot. ESSENTIAL please.
Please collect rider packs from the HQ on your way to the start line.
No entries on the day.
Entries close on Sunday night 1 week before the event.
For any questions relating to Pre-Event Questionnaire or Time Slot Booking email depart@velo29.com
Everest 2024 offers entrants the opportunity to be part of a Hells500 recognised record event.
The location is Peaslows hill just north of Buxton which Andy van Bergen Everesting founder of Hells500 advised us is almost the perfect hill in terms of length and elevation. We also chose this location for ease of access to entrants from across the UK.
It is a tough hill, steep in places. The wind makes a differance, it 2023 it was a head wind!
Andy (Hells500) has kindly given us a lot of his time to help us set up and support the event.
“ I am constantly inspired by our incredible community who love to continually take things to the next level, and there is nothing more next level than attempting to set a new group Everesting record!”
– Andy van Bergen, Everesting Founder –
The event will run on closed roads, you can start at 4am and must be done by 22:00 giving you 18 hours to complete the challenge and be part of the record. We will have chipped timing so you don’t need to keep count of your ascents and cumulative time. Post-event entrants will still need to lodge personal applications which are free. Andy and his team will then cross-reference our event data with the applications to verify the record.
The event is not a race and the ethos is to support each other as a team so you all get the record.
As well as chip timing there will be a feed station, medical and mechanical support, fantastic commemorative medal, professional commentary and media broadcasts. 2024 Event jerseys are available for order.
We are limiting this amazing fully supported Everesting event to 120 riders on safety grounds, so sign up early to avoid disappointment.
Get a FREE 2024 Series Jersey when you book to ride 400km with us!
Order a 2024 Everest Event Jersey!
The jerseys are priced at £80, but use the following code for a 25% discount
EVEREST25
*Order before 8th April for a roughly 31st May 2024 delivery.
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Velo29 bike winner and Cycling Friends UK moderator Chris Gambs
Chris who co-moderates the Facebook group Cycling Friend UK comments “my passion is cycling and bringing other riders together. With the professional backing of Velo29, it is fantastic that we have together been able to bring you this event”
Get your rider times, free certificates and event images here.
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