Entries for the Microgaming-sponsored Lighthouses Challenge (sportive) this Sunday are approaching 400.

There are choices of the full 103 miles (seven lighthouses) or the southern half (55 miles) and short (26-mile) options.

Registration takes place at the Hailwood Centre, rear of the TT Grandstand, on Friday between 5 and 7pm, and Saturday 5-7pm.

l The Bikestyle handicap road race series continues next Thursday, July 13, over four laps of the Jurby South/Sandygate course.

Register at Jurby Parade Ground from 6.15 for a 7pm start.