Andrasta, was an Iceni war goddess invoked by Boudicca in her fight against the Roman occupation of Britain in AD 60. Described as ""their name for Victory"" Her name has been translated as meaning ""indestructible"" or ""unconquerable"". Many neopagan sources describe the hare as sacred to Andrasta. This idea seems to be extrapolated from the passage in Dio Cassius in which Boudicca releases a hare from her gown: ""Let us, therefore, go against the Romans, trusting boldly to good fortune. Let us show them that they are hares and foxes trying to rule over dogs and wolves."" When she Boudicca had finished speaking, she employed a species of divination, letting a hare escape from the fold of her dress; and since it ran on what they considered the auspicious side, the whole multitude shouted with pleasure, and Boudicca, raising her hand towards heaven, said: ""I thank you, Andrasta, and call upon you as woman speaking to woman ... I beg you for victory and preservation of liberty.""

Stage 1 // Scratch race - Glasgow Crit Circuit (6 laps )
Total distance : 18.2 km
Power ups : Burrito/ Feather/Ghost
Welcome to the Tour de Andrasta! We’re kicking off with a thrilling punchy circuit that showcases sights inspired by Glasgow, the host of the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships finishing circuit. It’s a scratch race, so whoever crosses the finish line first takes up the high points! Warriors, are you ready for battle?

Finish line : 75,70,65,60,55 to 1 point depending on your finishing position in your category.

** Points earned at the finish line will count towards Stage 2. You can track your points on the Tour de Andrasta league standings.