Every day, Devon Air Ambulance crews respond to emergencies across some of the most varied and challenging landscapes in the country. Distance and terrain shape every mission.
By taking on the Devon Air Ambulance Cycle Challenge, you’ll experience the terrain that defines our vital work. Every mile supports missions that help save lives.
This isn’t a typical cycling challenge.
This isn’t about chasing a time or beating a personal best. It’s about understanding the barriers we face, reaching people, wherever they are, when every minute matters.
From quiet lanes and rolling farmland to steep climbs and remote stretches, Devon’s landscape is beautiful but complex. It’s what makes riding here rewarding and emergency responses even more demanding.
Three routes. One reality.
Whether the call is near or far our crews face the same barrier of tough terrain and the need to reach patients quickly, every pedalstroke you take raises vital funds to back Air Ambulance crews. Whichever length of challenge you choose, you’re still part of the mission.
🚴 Explorer – Local Response (~30 Mile) – A shorter route that stays closer to the heart of the community.
Taking in Ottery St Mary and Bradninch, this ride reflects an essential truth: proximity doesn’t mean simplicity. Even nearby emergencies are a challenge demanding immediate, expert care.
🚴 Heroic – Extended Reach (~50 Mile) – Push further into Devon’s rural landscape. Riding through the villages of Feniton and towards Dunkeswell and Culmhead, this route introduces longer distances and more demanding terrain, mirroring the missions where access becomes more complex and rapid air response can make all the difference.
🚴 Legend – Critical Distance (~100 Mile) – When a response is needed we’ll respond beyond the county border, this ride stretches towards Fivehead heading out to the Somerset border and into the Blackdown Hills. Longer miles. Tougher climbs. A test of endurance and purpose.
Turn your miles into missions
We ask every rider to raise £100 to support Devon Air Ambulance so every pedal stroke keeps critical care teams responding across the county, by air and road, every single day.
While you’re riding through Devon, our crews will be responding to emergencies. Your effort helps make that possible.
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Return to Base
Your ride ends at Winslade Park, where riders and supporters come together to refuel, connect and celebrate what’s been achieved.
Because this challenge isn’t just about completing a route.
It’s about being part of the mission to save lives across our county.
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 villageÂ
- Professional on ride support & guidance from our expert ride leaders
- Signed routeÂ
- 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 2026Â
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
All options include a £100 fundraising target
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.Â
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.Â
Fundraising target
£100 per rider
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.Â
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?Â
The ride is a signed route with Just Pedal ride guides who will be riding and assisting where they can throughout the course.Â
What happens if I don’t reach my fundraising target?Â
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.Â
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