Alex and team complete the Castelli 24hr for Snow Camp

A 24-hour cycle challenge with a purpose that goes far beyond the finish line

When you think of endurance cycling, few events are as iconic and demanding as the Castelli 24hr relay race in Feltre, Italy.

On Friday 6th June, Snow Camp supporter Alex Bennett and his team lined up on the start line of this historic 1.85km circuit with one mission in mind: to raise vital funds for Snow Camp’s work with young people across the UK.

Held in the historic town of Feltre in northern Italy, the Castelli 24hr is one of Europe’s most unique and demanding cycling events where cyclists take turns riding through the narrow streets, past ancient walls, and under the glow of streetlights well into the night.

As a UK charity using snowsports to change lives, we’re incredibly grateful to Alex for choosing to support our work with young people through this high-profile and physically gruelling event.

Turning young lives around with every turn

As the founder of The Lacey Foundation, Alex is deeply committed to supporting children who have experienced abuse and trauma. His decision to take on the Castelli 24hr is personal, powerful, and rooted in lived experience. His journey from surviving childhood abuse to creating a foundation that champions healing through care and compassion is remarkable.

That commitment aligns closely with our work at Snow Camp. For over 21 years, we have supported young people from underserved communities across the UK, using skiing and snowboarding to transform lives.

Alex said:

“For this ride, I fundraised for Snow Camp, a remarkable organisation that has been transforming young lives through the power of snowsports for over 21 years. They provide life skills, support, and opportunities to young people facing significant challenges — and I’m proud to support their mission.” 

Stand out support!

Alex and his team were supported by Boodles, plus a number of high profile friends and supporters from the sporting world sending their messages of support, including George Russell, Oliver Bearman, Chris Froome and 2024 Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar to name a few! Take a look below.

Over £12,000 raised for Snow Camp!

To Alex and all the team, thank you! With over £12,000 raised, your support will have a huge impact on lives of the young people we’ll be supporting across the UK this year.

And up next, Alex is planning to bring a team to the 2026 AJ Bell 3 Valley Rally for Snow Camp. We’ll look forward to having the Lacey Foundation team with us in Val Thorens!

If you’ve been inspired and would like to make a donation to Alex’s final fundraising target, please visit Alex’s fundraising page here. Thank you.