The London-Paris, now in its 9th year, is the closest an amateur can get to experience the Tour de France. Fully supported, rolling road closures into the centre of Paris. It takes place from 21-24 June 2012.

The 2012 edition will be celebrating 25 years since Stephen Roche won the Tour de France in 1987 - one of the greatest feats ever - winning the Giro, The Tour de France and the World Championships in that year.

The event is distinguished by having motorbike outriders, rolling road closures in France and professional logistical back up along the 520km route, from Hampton Court to The Eiffel Tower. In Paris, The London-Paris is one of only two cycling events granted road closures in the centre of the French capital - the other is the Tour de France. The peloton, with its 50 motorbike outriders, rolls along the famous Parisian streets to an emotional finish.

The 450 cyclists, riding in seeded speed groups, are supported by HotChillee's 150-strong crew which includes mechanics, marshals, outriders sports therapists and our experienced Ride Captains.

The Daily Telegraph listed The London-Paris as one of the world's top 25 mass participation events, alongside the New York and London marathons. It also named The London-Paris as one of the top 10 adventure events for women and gave it a top 10 place in international endurance events. Eurosport coverage for 2011 was very well received going by the viewing figures and is expected to receive more TV coverage for 2012.

The London-Paris attracts sportivers, amateurs, leading cyclists, sporting greats and the best from the business world. Previous riders included:

Stephen Roche
Sean Kelly
Nigel Mansell
Will Carling
Magnus Backstedt
Scott Sunderland
Geoff Thomas
John Salako
Mark Bright
Lee Dixon
David Harmon