DEVON AIR AMBULANCE

cycle challenge 2026

Cycle Devon. For Devon.

Location: Exeter
Duration:  1 day
Departs: Saturday 12th September 2026 

Cycle Devon. For Devon.


Join us for an unforgettable day on two wheels while raising vital funds for Devon Air Ambulance.
Choose from three fully-supported routes through some of Devon’s most beautiful countryside. Whether you’re seeking a sociable ride with friends, a personal challenge or your first charity cycling event, there’s a route for you.
 
In the last five years, Devon Air Ambulance has attended around 160 cycling related road traffic incidents across the county and beyond. Every pound raised helps ensure this lifesaving charity can continue responding when it’s needed most.
 
This isn’t a race, just a great day out for a great cause. E-bikes are welcome, ride at your own pace, enjoy the scenery, meet fellow cyclists and be part of an event that supports Devon’s cycling community.
 
Plus, raise £100 in sponsorship and you’ll receive an exclusive Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge jersey, free of charge, to wear with pride on event day.
 
Ride Your Chosen Route:

 

🚴 Explorer (~30 Mile) – Perfect for newer cyclists, leisure riders or anyone looking for a more relaxed challenge. Enjoy a scenic route through the Devon countryside, take in the views and soak up the atmosphere along the way.

 

🚴 Heroic  (~50 Mile) – The ideal middle ground for riders looking to stretch themselves whilst still enjoying a sociable day in the saddle. Expect beautiful roads, rewarding climbs and plenty of opportunities to ride with fellow participants.

 

🚴 Legend (~100 Mile) Ready to go the distance? Our toughest route is designed for cyclists seeking an endurance challenge. With longer miles, bigger climbs and unforgettable views, this route rewards determination with a huge sense of achievement.

 

Check out the routes >> DAA 2026 · Ride with GPS
 
Return to Base
 
After your ride, join fellow cyclists, supporters and the Devon Air Ambulance team at the Event Village at Winslade Park.
Celebrate your achievement, enjoy food and refreshments, browse partner stands and discover more about the real impact your fundraising makes across Devon. Bring your family and friends along to cheer you home and enjoy the atmosphere together. 
Because this event isn’t about who finishes first. It’s about coming together as a cycling community to support a service that has helped countless people across Devon, including attending 139 cycling-related road traffic incidents in the last five years.

 

What's Included

  • Detailed route info, maps, gps data, & route profiles
  • Mid-ride feed stations with food & drinks to keep you fuelled
  • Post-ride celebration at our family-friendly event village 
  • Professional on ride support & guidance from our expert ride leaders
  • Signed route 
  • Support vehicle(s) & qualified mechanics
  • Medical support
  • All necessary on-ride snacks, drinks & energy products

What's Not Included

  • Bike & helmet (compulsory)
  • Personal clothing and equipment
  • Transport to the start
  • Accommodation before the start and at the finish
  • Bar bills and personal spending

Event Date / provisional itinerary

Date: 12 September 2026 

Provisional Itinerary

Registration 07:30 – 09:00

Grand Depart: 09:30

Approximate finish: 14:00 – 16:00

Post ride celebration: From 15:00

prices / extras

Standard pricing:

(~30 Mile) Explorer route – £30

(~50 Mile) Heroic route – £40

(~100 Mile) Legend route – £50

Bike hire: £95

Fundraising for DAAT

All funds raised will go towards supporting Devon Air Ambulance: your local lifesaving charity that raises the funds to keep Devon’s two air ambulances flying and the fleet of critical care cars responding. 

A sudden, serious illness or injury can happen to anyone. Ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances need to be reached and treated rapidly. The crews are ready to respond. Pilots, paramedics and doctors.
By air or by road, they’re fully equipped with lifesaving kit and the skills to provide crucial, time-critical care there and then. 

Other Information

BIKE HIRE

We are a Specialized UK office demo partner and we have a number of fantastic bike hire options available from basic road bikes up to elite bikes and E-bikes.  If you require a hire bike for the ride or want to demo a Specialized please select at check-out and contact us to secure the ideal ride for you.

INSURANCE

Although not compulsory for UK riders on this event, it is highly recommended to have a personal accident insurance policy when attending a Just Pedal cycling event. Also, your bike should also be fully covered by some form of insurance policy.

Our insurance partner, Yellow Jersey, provide comprehensive holiday insurance specifically for cyclists and can also provide insurance that covers your bike against damage and theft.  Guests of Just Pedal also receive a 10% discount using the code ‘JUSTPEDAL10’    Click here for more information. 

CONTACTING US

If you have any further questions or queries feel free to contact us via info@Just-Pedal.com or call +44(0)1483 351 466 and we will do our best to help.

FAQ's

How old do I have to be to take part?

All riders must be 18 years or over on the start date of the event.

Is the ride guided? 

The ride is a signed route with Just Pedal ride guides who will be riding and assisting where they can throughout the course. 

What happens if there is a weather warning on the day?

Just Pedal events will take place regardless of bad weather and will only be cancelled, re-routed or stopped for reasons of safety. You will be notified asap if the ride is cancelled. 

What happens to my sponsorship if the event is cancelled?
 

 

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