I was only chatting about this move the other day after watching the Ride For London event this last weekend. That ride (and many international marathon events as mentioned in the article) now only consider an entrant if they are raising funds for a charity. I see the CTCT moving this way in future which I think is not such a bad thing. I still feel, though that long term supporting riders should be offered first option -- Not a lottery. The CTCT should be advising what (if any) criteria may be used (tenure, seeding) to avoid this bad feeling 'fall-out'. The comments about partners, accommodation and possible cancellation thereof are all extremely valid. If CTCT is now focussed on raising funds, I see an opportunity for another peninsular race - One for Cyclists !!!!!!
