Notes for Saturday 13th event – Hilton

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A few notes to help you with Saturday’s NDCXL event at Hilton Fields Farm promoted by Team EmpellaCyclo-Cross.com:

Venue

The nearest postcode is DE65 5FE – however this is NOT the precise location. Please see the map for more information: MAP.

Cycle Derby youngsters races

Cycle Derby are once again offering their popular races – details.

Caterer

Caterers Liz and Andy of Munchy’z will be with us on Saturday.

Entry costs

Age category

Entry fee

Under 9

£3.50

Under 12

£3.50

Youth

£9.00

Veterans

£18.00

Junior Men & Junior Women
U23s, Men & Women

£12.00
£18.00

Note – If you are over 16 and do not have British Cycling membership (proof in the form of a licence will be required) you will need to pay £3 for day insurance.

Race times

Age category

Time

Duration

Under 9

11:00

7 minutes

Under 12

11:25

15 minutes

Youth

12:00

25 minutes

Veterans

13:00

50 minutes

Junior Men & Junior Women
U23s, Men & Women

14:30

50 minutes

Disposable race numbers

New for the 2014-15 season – each rider will be issued with disposable back and arm numbers and for this week only 8 safety pins. Please dispose of your number carefully – carelessly discarded numbers may result in disqualification.

Chip timing

Please remember to wear and return your chip!

Race in category

If you wish to accumulate League points through the 2014-15 season you need to do a couple of things:

  • Join the League, or be a member of a League affiliated club – details;
  • Ride in your correct Age category – Categories.
    • Handlebar bar ends NO bar ends

      Reminder – Handlebar ends

      The League does not permit bikes with bar ends in it’s races – details.

      Equipment pits

      The equipment pits will once again be divided into “manned” and “unmanned” areas – please use appropriately.

      Reminder – the pits are a potentially dangerous work area and must be treated as such.

      There is lots more information in the Riders – Useful information section.

      … and finally, have a good safe race!