What taking partlooks like
Friday 7-Saturday 8 May 2027
Friday 7-Saturday 8 May 2027
The Duchenne Dash is an extraordinary endurance challengedesigned to inspire. This section gives new riders a clear, motivating snapshotof the experience and helps them feel confident about signing up.
The experience
You’ll take on a unique cross country ride supported every step of the way, moving through beautiful landscapes, quiet roads and iconic final stretches as you approach the finish line in Paris. The closed road arrival at the Eiffel Tower is one of the Dash’s most unforgettable moments, a true once in a lifetime experience.
Key logistics
The ride follows a structured schedule with planned food stops, support vehicles, medics, mechanics, Ride Captains and outriders guiding the way.
Riders know exactly where they start, where they finish and how the journey unfolds, with high level timings provided in advance.
What’s included
Your entry fee covers everything you need for the challenge,including:
Full ride support
medics, mechanics, Ride Captains, outriders and support vehicles in the UK and France
Travel & logistics
night ferry outbound, return Eurostar, and bike transport back to London
Food & accommodation
meals and refreshments throughout, hotel stay in Paris, and dinner at the Dash Gala
Training & preparation
rider pack, training and nutrition guide, and access to Dash Training Rides
Dash essentials
limited edition cycling jersey, finisher medal, rider goody bag and digital event photos
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Dedicated support
from the Duchenne UK team throughout your journey
The sense of achievement
Crossing the finish line in Paris is emotional, exhilarating and unforgettable. The final approach on closed roads creates a moment riders talk about for years, the perfect celebration of everything you’ve achieved.
Ready to ride?
Your journey to Paris starts here. Pre registering for the Dash 2027 is quick, simple and open to everyone, whether you’re joining for the first time or returning to ride again.
Just complete the short registration and medical form, pay your entry fee, and you’ll be officially part of Team Dash. If you’re entering as a team, you can easily register multiple riders or involve colleagues and teammates.
Just contact the Dash team for support: dash@duchenneuk.org
Every rider plays a vital role in accelerating research and driving progress for people living with Duchenne.
Not ready for the ride?
You can still make a big difference by supporting the team with a donation. Even if you’re not ready to take on the Dash, you can be part of the community and support the challenge in your own way.
Every gift helps fuel the same mission as riding, accelerating research, driving new treatments forward and improving outcomesfor everyone living with Duchenne. Your support truly matters.
