RIDERS BREIFING
CHESHIRE MINI SPORTIVE
SUN 11th March
HQ - Poynton Parish Hall
Registration opens at 7.30 am
In registration your name will be on the start sheets on the tables. Look for your name and number.
You will be given your number . You do not need to sign anything. You have already signed on during the on-line entry system
It would be helpful if you checked the website to day before the event, we will publish the entry list along with your number. If you check what number you have been allocated and tell them in registration it would speed things up.
ENTRIES ON THE DAY
You need to fill in an entry form on the day
U16`s are Free to Enter They need to sign on on the day. We need two signatures, the riders and the responsible adult.
SORRY WE DO NOT TAKE CHEQUES
Numbers must be attached to your handlebars for timing purposes. If your number is not on your handlebars you may be missed from the results.
Please do not attach the number to your head tube or obstruct the barcode as we will not be able to scan it and you will not get a time.
Start Time -
START 8.30am
START LIST
Start list is now available on the website, it would speed things up if you could check what number you have been allocated and let them know in registration.
THINGS YOU MUST TAKE WITH YOU ON THE RIDE
You must take with you a pump, spare inner tube or tub, puncture repair outfit, tyres levers and a multi tool. It is also advisable to carry food and a full drinks bottle
TIMING
Please make sure that you pass through the start and finish once and make sure your number is scanned.
When the times are posted on the website on the Tuesday it will give you an overall time, it does not deduct any time that you might spend at the feeding station or any other stops you might make.
RESULTS
Results will be posted on the website on Tuesday
PARKING
There is a large car park at the HQ. Please park in the long stay parking spaces.
CAR SHARE
Please where possible car share so that we can allow as many people to ride the event as would like
POLITE WARNING
On our last event some cars were give tickets by the police for being illegally parked. There is plenty of parking at the HQ,
If you do decide to park on the road outside please make sure you are not illegally parked or are blocking the driveways of the residents. The police will be on the look out and any cars illegally parked will receive a ticket and could be towed away
ON THE RIDE
Participants take part in the event at entirley at their own risk. Participants should follow instructions from the marshals The ride is run under British Cycling Cyclosportive Rules.Participants will be responsible for the roadworthiness of their own cycle.
You must obey all Highway Code Rules. You are requested to ride in single file where appropriate and no more than 2 abreast at any time. Please be aware of your fellow cyclists and other traffic. Please indicate your intention to stop or change direction.
This is a great circuit and we would like to use it again next year. Please show courtesy and respect for other road users. A cheery wave and a smile works wonders
There are toilets at the start and finish. There are also Public toilets around the circuit marked on the maps.
The route is marked by signage. A black arrow on an Flourescent yellow background.We will be marking the roads with a red arrow. We also have a support vehicle that proceeds the riders replacing missing signs. Hopefully we can keep everyone on track.
SPLIT
Please study you maps and make sure you know where the routes split. They will be clearly marked but it is easy to miss them especially if you are following riders in front who maybe be doing a different distance. The split is at the first feeding station.
ROUTE CARDS are available now to download off the website. You can also download them onto your phone. There are interactive maps on the website to familarise yourself with the route.
GPS DOWNLOADS
If you look on the right hand side of the website and click on the links Long or Short Route. It will take you to the Strava website to download maps, gos files etc and print off maps you will need to register with Srava which is free
THERE ARE NO EXCUSES FOR GETTING LOST,
POINTS TO NOTE
It is the responsibility of each participant to take the correct course. Participants are required to carry traditional map based route instructions.
All competitors are advised to wear a safety helmet to ANSI Z90/4 or SNELL standards
You may not use your mobile phone while riding. You must stop at the side of the road if you need to make or receive a call.
Having a mobile phone with you on the ride is encouraged. It is usefull if you get lost or need to be picked up by the support vehicles
Torelli Cycling Club will provide fluid and food at designated feed stations. This is intended only as a top up. You are encouraged to take enoughfood and fluid for the full distance of the event.
POT HOLE WARNING
The roads around Cheshire are in the main very good quality however there are pot holes in places due to the winter weather please look out for them. If you are riding in a group shout out warnings to the riders behind.
ROAD CONDITIONS
Most of the route is on quiet country lanes with just a few Main roads. Please take care
WARNING
We have had a lot of rain in recent weeks and there is a lot of standing water at the road sides. We are using country lanes so please be aware that there may also be mud on the roads which will be slippy when wet.
WEATHER
The weather at this time of year can be unpredictable please dress accordingly. We do now have a twitter feed. If you follow the event we can give you any last minute information.
FEEDING STATION
At approximately half distance
Under 16's must have the consent of a parent or guardian and be accompanied by a nominated adult at all times whilst on the ride.
It`s a FREE ENTRY to all U16`s this year as long as you are accompanied by an adult.
IDENTIFICATION
It is advised that all riders m ust carry a form of identification showing their name, address and contact details of person to be advised in the eventuality
cases of an accident. It is also advised that all participants carry enough food, drink, money and extra clothing to complete the ride being under taken,
taking into account the route and possible adverse weather conditions.
SUPPORT VEHICLES
There are support vehicles on the ride. If you need to be picked up call the organisers tel: number below. If you need to be picked up please make a note of your position, idealy two road names so that we can see exactly where you are.
Mechanical failure or cannot continue. You can also stop at the feeding stations if you have any problems and they will bring you back to the HQ.
If you are in any doubt about the condition of your bike go and see one of the companies before the start who are offering bike service and they will do their best to sort your bike out.
Marshals are there to help they are not allowed to stop the traffic you are responsible for your own actions at junctions throughout the ride.
If you are going to be late getting back please ring us and let us know
If you are going to be late getting back please ring us and let us know
Organisation Phone Number Tel: 07462790166
In case of an emergency please ring 999
There is Free Hot Drinks and Cake after the event.
I would just like to wish you all a safe and enjoyable ride.
