Midlands XC Round 3
2008-08-03
Round 3 3rd August
Venue: Sherwood Pines
Riding style: will favour racers who have the handling skills for super fast and twisty trails.
The location for many races in years gone by and home to miles upon miles of singletrack, Sherwood Pines, plays host to round 3 of the series.
Fast and flowing, with lots of shoulder skimming trees to catch you out, all the stops will be pulled out to design a technical course worthy of the 2008 Midlands Champs. It’s also a chance for the local riders to prove why they think the trails at Sherwood Pines are better than those at Cannock Chase, so enter both rounds and judge for yourself!
Location: Sherwood Pines is situated to the East of Mansfield, near Old Clipstone, with easy access from the M1, A60 and A614. The event arena will be signposted from the A614 and Clipstone. Parking will be in the event car-park and will be marshaled on race day.
There are several race categories to choose from based on ability (Fun – Elite) and also based on age (12 upwards). At round 3 there will also be racing the under 12’s and under 10’s, which will be free to enter. There is no need to pre-enter these races, which will be held just before the morning race, just turn up on the day and sign the little ‘uns up.
Medals will be awarded to the top finishers in each category (except Fun) and there will also be some great prizes up for grabs.
All 3 rounds will be British Cycling affiliated, meaning they will carry BC ranking points. A race license is not compulsory, with the exception of the Expert and Elite categories; however those carrying a licence will be able to pick up British Cycling Category E ranking points for Rounds 1 and 2, and Category D ranking points for Round 3.
Round 3 will incorporate the Midlands Champs. This round is still open to riders from any part of the UK and all riders will be entitled to Category D ranking points, although riders residing at an address with a Midlands postcode will be additionally eligible to contest for the title of Midlands Champ 2008. For a full list of eligible postcodes please visit www.xcracer.com.