Stage 1 - CKB Interiors, London - Ladypool Cycles, Birmingham
Stage 2 - Ladypool Cycles, Mow Cop, Ladypool Cycles, Birmingham
Stage 3 - Ladypool Cycles, Birmingham - CKB Interiors
Each stage kicks off promptly at 7am from its designated location, concluding with a neutralization upon reaching the endpoint and receiving your stamp.
Our Sponsors CKB Interiors have kindly agreed to host the start & finish, and will put on a small breakfast at the start. Sign on begins at 6am.
A special thanks to Ladypool Cycles, serving as the starting point for stages 2 and 3, and the finish for stages 1 and 2. They've generously agreed to act as our control, securely holding your bikes while you enjoy a bite to eat on the strip at the finish. Feel free to take advantage of their services and replenish any necessities during this time. It's an ideal finish that we couldn't be more pleased about!
This setup allows for two consecutive nights in Birmingham and the convenience of a 'luggageless' bike for stage 2. We recommend pre-booking hotels and consider teaming up with fellow competitors to minimize costs. Of course, bivvying is also a fantastic option!
Please note this event is a free route ultra - to support participents in this, they will have access to Komoot Premium for up to 3 months. Thanks Komoot!
In our commitment to fostering inclusivity, we've carefully crafted and adjusted some of the typical rules associated with ultra events. An illustration of this is permitting pre-booking of accommodations before the race begins and actively promoting participants to team up with fellow competitors to reduce costs. No obligations, just a shared spirit of camaraderie and affordability.
The rules are designed primarily to promote safety, sportsmanship, self reliance and equality.
Riders must take responsibility for their own route and safety. There is no support whilst out on the road, and certainly no support vehicle or sag wagon. If you scratch, you must let our team know and make your way back to your closest control or your own home. Routes must not be shared prior to the event (other than with your pair).
Riders must start their ride at the designated start points each day at 7am (or later). You must have your card stamped in order to be included on the results sheet & maintain evidence online of your ride (komoot, strava etc)
Riders must take the mandatory stops. Once you reach the finish each stage, the ride is neutralised. The next stage will start again at 7am, allowing for plenty of rest & recovery.
You must carry a working mobile device for the duration of the journey in case of emergencies.
Beyond the pairs category, all riders must be self-sufficient. No support is allowed beyond what is commercially available to all riders.
Unless riding as a pair, no drafting is allowed.
In the small chance you may ride during the night, all riders must carry both a working front & rear light.
No helmet, no ride
Riders must know & obey local cycling laws.
The leaderboard will be made up of your overall time with the culmination of the three stages.
There are time deductions for those who race up Mow Cop (separate categories) the quickest & are as follows:
1st - 15mins
2nd - 14mins
3rd - 13mins
4th - 12mins
5th - 10th - 8mins
What will your strategy be?
Each stage experiences neutralization until the following day at 7 am. Geared towards beginners, we're intent on keeping it just that. If you're capable of effortlessly clocking 600km in one go, this might not be the right event for you.
Yes! Komoot have kindly agreed to give 3 months worth of premium membership for the event too!
Yes*
*Riders under the age of 18 must sign up in the pairs category with a guardian over 18.
Participation in the race is entirely optional. Many will join to test their personal limits, and we wholeheartedly support that! To secure your name on the scoreboard at the finish, kindly adhere to and respect the rules outlined above.
For those inquiring about participating as a 'group,' we are more than happy to accommodate. However, please note that this will not be recorded as an official finish on the scoreboard.
Absolutely.
This will be announced after intake - as we are unsure of the response from you all!
Likely to be Male (solo) & Female (solo) + Pairs... We may divide the 'pairs' up some more if needs be.
CKB - Capital House, Unit 1 Argall Ave, London E10 7QY
Ladypool Cycles - 404 Ladypool Rd., Balsall Heath, Birmingham B12 8JZ
From the North, to the top - https://www.komoot.com/tour/1416594493
End of January. All riders will be notified of their place by 10th Feb.
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