Riley’s Remarkable Charity Challenge in Mallorca

In September, Year 8 student Riley completed a gruelling three-day charity cycling challenge in Mallorca, taking on a series of demanding rides. Among them was a 100 km route, which he completed at an average speed of 25.3 km/h. He also completed a tough 158 km endurance ride, which involved 1,200 metres of climbing, and he approached it at an impressive pace of 24.2 km/h.

Over the course of the challenge, Riley cycled more than 250 miles and climbed over 10,000 feet, tackling cliff-edge roads and high-speed descents in a bid to fundraise. His impressive efforts raised £1,500 for local charities.

This wasn’t Riley’s first charitable ride. At just 9 years old, he completed a 70-mile route across North Somerset, and last year, he cycled 100 km through Bristol in support of the Bristol Sport Foundation.

To date, Riley has raised over £3,800 across all his charity events.

In recognition of his talent and dedication, Riley has been accepted into the British Cycling South West Talent Pathway — a programme designed to identify and support promising young riders with the potential to compete at national and international levels. He continues to train locally across North Somerset and the Mendips, and there is little doubt he’s a name to watch in the future of British Cycling.