There's no two ways about it, Ride London is a biggie. Thought of by most as one of the most enjoyable 100 milers you can do, especially in the UK, that is if you can get a spot in the first place.

Which is a lot easier said than done, but don't despair if you didn't get one of the coveted spots - Chia Charge is here for you, with a few fun Ride London Alternatives.

OPTION ONE - FIND ANOTHER 100

There is no better way to get over the Ride London's rejection than to find yourself a rebound Century. These might not have the prestige of London but don’t let that sway you, as these rides are bags of fun!

• New Forest 100 - Beautiful forests and fast roads.
• Cornwall Coast & Clay - Nothing like a trip to the seaside.
• Fell Beast Sportive - 2000 metres of climbing over 162km of rugged Cumbrian terrain.
• Castle Ride 100 - 100 Miles of cute villages and scary climbs
• Velo Birmingham - An incredible ride on closed roads through the midlands. 

OPTION TWO - Get off Piste

Riding through the bustling streets of London might be cool, but you know what else is cool? Getting away from the city, the roads and getting on some dirt on your bike.  

• Dirty Reiver - 200km of Brutal Northumbrian off road tracks.
• Grinduro - A really special event - a single loop of the picturesque Isle of Arran
• Dorset Gravel Dash - Starts and finishes in a pub with a 100 miles of rough chalk/dirt tracks inbetween. 

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OPTION THREE - GO ROGUE

If you are looking to set a new 100 mile PB these options won't be for you but if you are just after the next big fitness challenge we have a few random suggestions for you.

• Red Bull Time Laps - A crazy 25 hour race round Windsor park - with a suprise twist at 2am.
• Velodrome Experience - Fancy yourself a track cyclist? Learn from the best with a Velodrome experience with a Team GB Gold Medallist 
• The Jubilee River Swim - Fancy getting off the bike? How about a 10k open water swim?