Cycling enthusiasts are counting down the days for the 2010 Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic cycle ride.

The one-day spectacle returns on Sunday, January 3rd and will follow the same scenic 100 kilometre course that has made the charity ride such a memorable occasion since its inception in 2003.

The course leaves the southern Sydney suburb of Loftus before plunging into the rainforest surrounds of the Royal National Park for the trek down the magnificent NSW South Coast.

Some of the highlights include crossing the Sea Cliff bridge and the stop at Stuart Park in Wollongong before riders make their way into the lush Jamberoo Valley for the finish at the historic Jamberoo Pub where a BBQ lunch and celebration awaits the survivors.

The JWJC has attracted a host of celebrity cyclists in past years including former European-based professionals and Olympians such as Matt White and Graeme Brown and Rochelle Gilmore.

Australian paralympians who have made the trek to Jamberoo have included Beijing bronze medallist Jayme Paris and downhill world record skier Michael Milton.

Discussions are currently taking place for another high-profile cycling celebrity to join the ride in 2010 so watch this space for more information in the coming weeks.

Money raised for the charity ride will be directed to the Sydney Cancer Centre at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital - Australia's largest and most comprehensive cancer treatment centre made famous by the late Professor Chris O'Brien.

Former Socceroo captain and SBS commentator Johnny Warren was treated at the centre before his passing in November 2004, hence the ride is named in his honour.

Interested cyclists wishing to take part in the Johnny Warren Jamberoo Classic can register by clicking HERE.