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2026 Big Ride Challenge finishers list

Congratulations to all the riders who have hit their mileage challenge in 2026

2026 Big Ride Challenge finishers list

The Big Ride Challenge invites participants to aim for one of four distance targets ranging from 500 to 5,000 miles. To complete the challenge, cyclists must submit proof of their mileage, such as a screenshot from a ride tracking platform or a completed 2026 chart. As of now, over 40 individuals across three categories have successfully reached their goals: Mini, Midi, and Maxi.

In the Mini category, participants include Andrew Killington, Justin Payne, Brent Baga, Graham Nix, John McCabe, Alex Latimer, CW5000 cyclist Giles Cudmore, Michael Padwick, Robert Dalzell, Dave Cox, Costin Murray, Leslie Reissner, Katherine White, Bryn Thomas, and Mark Swanson.

The Midi category is represented by Andy Hopper, Gordon Reid, Alex Graham, Mark Gilbert, Kev Palmer, Jeannette Burgoyne, Robert Moody, Darryn Mitchell, Andy Cartlidge, and Hugh Mulligan.

Finally, the Maxi category features Andy Hopper (seventh year), Gordon Reid (seventh year), Alex Graham (seven years), Mark Gilbert, Kev Palmer, Jeannette Burgoyne, Robert Moody, Darryn Mitchell, Andy Cartlidge, Hugh Mulligan, Oliver Dyson, Martin Power, and Mary Boothroyd (seven years) and Gary Boothroyd (seven years).

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