The IoW Randonnee is a family friendly randonnee and is NOT a race. It is held on public roads, many of which are small country lanes, which are shared with cars and other vehicles, walkers, and horses. Many of the participants in the Randonnee will be at either end of the age spectrum, often riding in family groups and no prizes (or kudos) will be awarded for quick times or aggressive overtaking. The route is demanding with approximately 1500 meters of climb in the 100km route. There are 5 starting points, East Cowes, Wootton, Bembridge, Ventnor and Freshwater/Yarmouth.