Madrid-Valencia Challenge: a cycling challenge for coexistence on the road
On the upcoming April 29, a group of cyclists will carry out the Madrid-Valencia Challenge, an initiative aimed at raising awareness about the importance of sharing the road between motor vehicles and bicycles. This challenge not only seeks to give visibility to the vulnerability of cyclists on the road, but also calls for coexistence and mutual respect between drivers and cyclists.
A relentless challenge: 350 km in a single day
The route will start from the Puerta del Sol in Madrid and finish at the Plaza del Ayuntamiento in Valencia, covering a distance of approximately 350 kilometers in a single day and without pauses. The objective is to demonstrate that coexistence between cars and bicycles is possible if traffic rules are respected and responsible habits are adopted on the road.
In addition, the organizers are in contact with professional cyclists to join the initiative and help amplify the message of road safety.
Cyclist accidents on the road continue to increase
According to data from the Ponle Freno-AXA Road Safety Study Center, traffic accidents involving cyclists have increased year after year. In 2016, it was recorded that in 80% of cases the cause was driver distraction. This reality highlights the need to raise awareness among both cyclists and drivers about the importance of safety and respect on public roads.
Support for #UnaLeyJusta and the ConBici campaign
The Madrid-Valencia Challenge It also supports the #UnaLeyJusta campaign, an initiative that has gathered thousands of signatures to demand a toughening of penalties for drivers responsible for fatal accidents involving cyclists.
In addition, the challenge has opened a funding line to support the campaign of the national coordinator ConBici, which promotes good practices on the road, both for cyclists and for drivers of motor vehicles.
How to collaborate with the Madrid-Valencia Challenge
Donations for this cause can be made through a link provided by the organizers. In return, collaborators will receive different rewards, such as:
🚴♂️ Official Madrid-Valencia Challenge keychain
👕 Commemorative jersey of the challenge
The aim of this action is to remind everyone that respect on the road saves lives. Responsible behavior by all users of public roads can prevent many accidents.
Conclusion: a challenge to change mindsets on the road
The Madrid-Valencia Challenge is not just a sporting challenge, but also an initiative for awareness and road safety. Coexistence between cyclists and drivers is possible if the rules are respected and a civic attitude is adopted on the road.