Logistical advice for organising rides

Posted on Sat 29th, August 2009

• #1

cernan

I have possibly foolishly offered to organise a long distance ride for a group of rowers and associates. They originally wanted to do the ride across britain next year but then realised it was full.

They have now decided to do the same route as RAB but off their own backs. Whilst they are a group of very fit athletes, they have little bicycle experience, hence asking for me to organise it. And whilst i ride a lot i have not ever organised anything on this scale for other people.

So i am looking for advice on things such as support, essential equipment, sponsorship etc. Basically all the logistical faffing required to setup the ride and making sure it runs smoothly. Training isn't going to be a problem as these are people prepared to go out row in the rain and snow at 6 am on a sunday morning.

Thanks!
• #2

deleted

My advice, get someone else to do it
• #3

MechaMorgan

+1
• #4

deleted

sounds like quite a project, are you being paid to do this?
• #5

TheBrick(Tommy)

Speak to Nhatt, she worked on RAAM so wil know something about this type of thing.

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