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Wales' New Speed Limit Alters Junior Tour of Wales Route

Race organizers adjust stages to comply with 20mph speed limit, impacting traditional routes and finishes.

A peloton of cyclists cycling round a corner on a Welsh road over a small stone bridge
Riders are briefed ahead of the Cadence Junior Road Race

Overview

  • Three of the five race stages have been modified due to the new speed limit.
  • Support vehicles cannot keep pace with cyclists without exceeding the 20mph limit.
  • The race finish has been relocated from Nantgaredig, affecting local businesses.
  • Organizers struggled to secure temporary road orders for maintaining higher speeds.
  • The Welsh government supports the speed limit for overall road safety despite challenges for races.