HOSPICE HILL CLIMB SERIES

The Sponsors...

There are 9 local companies that have kindly offered their financial assistance to the races.

Biketreks	Modern cycle store based at Ambleside in the heart of the Lakes. With a purpose built shop over 2 floors stocking bikes from Scott, Orange and Eddy Merckx and goodies from a wide range of top brands. Biketreks has a large workshop area and staff who are out riding when not at work. The firm successfully launched their own race team last year and are looking to build on their success. http://www.bike-treks.co.uk
DC Cycles	Located in UpperBrook St, Ulverston, DC is an independant cycle shop with a reputation for forward thinking, quality workmanship and advice. The shop stocks Niner frames and custom builds are the speciality. If you want something different either on or off the road visit the shop opposite the Chippy bank. http://www.dc-cycles.co.uk/
Gill Cycles	With a shop spanning 2 floors and based in the Gill in Ulverston, Gill cycles have a wealth of experience assisting local cyclists. Cycle brands include the highly acclaimed Cube range, Trek and Specialized which are complemented by a wide range of accessories and knowledgeable staff. http://www.gillcycles.co.uk/
IzziVelo	Stylish Internet shopping for discerning female cyclists. Strong female brands including  AnaNichoola, Alchemy, Castelli and Bionicon. This fledgling local company is making a splash in an expanding marketplace with a unique outlook and vision. Look good, feel good, visit... http://www.izzivelo.com/
Martyn Uttley    Photography	Martyn is a local artist and racing cyclist. He specialises in cycle related photgraphy and landscape pieces. If he isn't taking pictures you'll probably see Martyn racing. For a look at Martyn's handiwork check out his website at... http://www.martynuttleyphotography.co.uk/
The Stone     Workshop	Based in Ulverston this specialist stone masons have kindly donated the slate hill climb trophy that is contested between the Barrow Central Wheelers and the Lakes Road Club. See their fantastic work at Low Mill Business Park, Ulverston or visit their website at... http://thestoneworkshoplimited.co.uk/
TopMark	Located on Greengate Street, Barrow-in-Furness, TopMark is a friendly local shop with years of experience in outdoor sports products. Their cycle marques include Giant,Wilier,Whyte as well as equipment for windsurfing, canoeing and other adventure sports spread over 3 floors. For bikes in the Barrow area visit... http://www.topmarkonline.com
Ulverston     Brewing     Company	Brewers of fine ales based on Lightburn Avenue, Ulverston. The company was founded in 2006 and moved to their current location in 2010. They have built up a national reputation for their tasty beers. You can enter the brewery and watch the team at work before sampling a pint or two. The premises has a well stocked gift shop and supports the Furness Oncology fund. http://ulverstonbrewingcompany.co.uk/
Wheelbase	What needs to be said. The biggest bike store in the UK based at Staveley, just outside Kendal. Stockists of over 20 brands of cycles including market leaders Cannondale, Cervelo & Pinarello. The company has an national reputation for providing quality service, products and advice as well as running a very successful racing team. http://www.wheelbase.co.uk