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A cyclist emerges from a tunnel during a Weekender trip
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Weekenders – what are they?

At Sportive Breaks, we pride ourselves on the range and variety of products that we have on offer for cyclists. Whether you’re looking to follow one of the biggest races in the sport, experience the finest hospitality at the finish

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Photo of cyclists taking part in the Spring Classics tour
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Top 10 Climbs Of The Spring Classics

With only Cyclocross available (amazing as it is) over the winter months to justify your new Discovery + subscription (don’t get us started;), for many the Spring classics are the highlight of the year offering both epic drama in the

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Photo of a cyclist crossing the finish line at the Giro d'Italia
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Giro d’Italia Start Experiences

Sportive Breaks is with you for the ride. We are a Premium Tour Operator of the 2024 Giro d’Italia. Maximise your Giro experience with our great Giro experiences and hospitality packages or opt for one of our tours designed exclusively

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Inside the 2023 Etape route

Inside the 2023 Etape du Tour route – Mike Wilson Our French cycling rep Mike gives us the lowdown on the 2023 Etape du Tour route.    Having competed in almost all the big name sportive and Gran Fondo events

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Tour of Flanders Review

One of the highlights of the Sportive calendar, We Ride Flanders (the Tour of Flanders Sportive) took place again early April. The day before the Tour of Flanders, amateur cyclists from around the world descend on Flanders and ride their

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Sportive Breaks partners with British Cycling

We are pleased to announce Sportive Breaks have partnered with British Cycling. Through the partnership, Sportive Breaks will join forces with British Cycling to create the exclusive British Cycling Travel Club, providing members with access to the biggest Gran Fondo

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Cycling Calendar 2023

MAKE 2023 YOUR YEAR If 2023 is the year you want to try a new challenge, we have a calendar packed full of spectacular cycling events around the world.   We know the routes, we know the roads. We know

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Photo of cyclists negotiating a hairpin bend during training
Bike Advice & Information

Top Tips for Training in Winter

  Top Tips for Training in Winter With the cold weather setting in, getting out on the bike may seem more difficult than normal. With conditions being colder and wetter there are several things you can do to make sure

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