ADE CYCLE
21-22 Oct 2025
London to Amsterdam
ADE CYCLE
Event Info
In 2025 the ADE CYCLE will run a new 2-day London to Amsterdam route, to make the ride more accessible to those with full ADE schedules and touring artists.
This London route consists of 2 stages (days) totalling 230 km in total. Day 1: London to Harwich, over night ferry. Day 2: Hook of Holland to Amsterdam
The ride will arrive into the Amsterdam Dance Event on Wednesday 22 October with special ADE welcome reception for all riders and friends.
Route: London to Amsterdam
Depart Tuesday 21 Oct from London
Arrive Wednesday 22 Oct to Amsterdam
Individual Entries and Company Sponsored Team Entries offer both individuals and companies a way to support.
– Team entries include your team/company logo on the official ADE Cycle jersey and will have featured media coverage along AlphaTheta / Pioneer DJ, RA, ADE
Sign up for more info and entry fees.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Amie on [email protected]
What’s Included:
What’s Included:
– Official ADE Cycle riders jersey
– Over night ferry accommodation & sport masseuse on tour
– Breakfast, lunch & dinner included along the route
– Expert cycle guides, mechanics and paramedics on route
– Support vehicles, luggage transport from start to finish
– Organised pitstops along the route
– Bike return to London (if required)
– ADE Pro Pass, includes access to conference and the festival.
At an additional fee we can provide:
– Bike rental (GBP 195)
– Travel Insurance
Not included:
– Travel to the start location
– Travel from Amsterdam
What are we riding for? Join the cause.
Over the past years the funding raised through the ADE Cycle has helped build the Bridges Academy, a pioneering creative school in the township of Langa (Cape Town), and to the education of many young underserved creatives. The Academy is a 1000 sqm modern facility with world-class recording studios, computer rooms, DJ rooms and a pioneering program combining music, entrepreneurship and mindfulness.
Over the past year the funding raised through the ADE Cycle has helped build the Bridges Academy, a pioneering creative school in the township of Langa (Cape Town), and to the education of many young underserved creatives. The Academy is a 1000 sqm modern facility with world-class recording studios, computer rooms, DJ rooms and a pioneering program combining music, entrepreneurship and mindfulness.
FAQ’s
What sort of bike should I participate on?
We recommend a traditional road bike, ideally one that you have trained on before to avoid any injuries and to be comfortable.
What if I do not have a bike, can you arrange one for me?
No problem we can arrange one for you at an additional cost of 150 GBP, we will bring the bike to the start point and take care of it upon arriving in Amsterdam. If you join half way through the cycle and would like us to bring a rental bike, the same fee will apply. Both traditional ride bike & e-bikes available.
How much experience do I need?
No prior experience is needed, but you will need to put some training in. We can provide a training program, easy to follow and realistic with busy lives.
How much training is required?
We recommend starting to train 2-3 months prior to the ride. A combination of some shorter sessions, even spinning classes 2-3 times per week, with some longer rides once a week when your schedule allows should be enough. The longer rides are to build endurance and to be comfortable with long hours on the saddle.
What if my pace is too slow or too fast for the rest?
We will have different groups going at different paces depending on everyone’s fitness and experience. These will be 30km/h avg, 26km/h avg and 22 km/h avg.
What if I have an accident?
Every rider needs to have insurance that covers both in UK and EU. We can point you in the right direction. All of our cycle leads are medically trained and we will medical assistance near by should there be any unfortunate incidents.
What if the weather is bad?
There is no bad weather, just bad clothing. You will need to be prepared for potential rain, although so far we have always had very decent weather. A long sleeve waterproof jacket will be provided as part of your entry, but we recommend having a rain cover, rain trouser and waterproof covers for your feet.
What sort of kit will I need?
- Cycling Jersey Short Sleeve
- Rain Jacket & Trousers
- Cycling Bibs ( good to have ridden lots on them to make sure you are comfortable)
- Long Cycling Bibs or Leg Warmers are good to have just in case
- Arm Warmers
- Helmet
- Sunglasses
- Gloves
- Cycling Shoes with cleats (it’s good to get used to these before the ride, you will save up to 30% of power using them vs normal shoes
What if my bike breaks down?
We will have some spare bikes on the support vehicles and a bike mechanic to help. Your bike can be repaired in the meantime at the nearest shop.
Luggage Support Vehicle
We have several support vehicles and one specially for transporting our luggage that follows the tour. We do ask that pack light as space is limited.
Upon Arrival at Amsterdam Dance Event
We like to celebrate the arrival with ADE, friends and supporters. After this you are free to go about your own plans. You can collect your luggage directly from the support vehicle. If you have your bike with you and it’s not returning to London then please arrange for some help as the support vehicle will not be able to stay long.
