EVENT HEADQUARTERS
Marston Club Station Road, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0PW, will be open from 1pm.
NOTES FOR ALL COMPETITORS
OBEY THE HIGHWAY CODE AND LOCAL REGULATIONS. KEEP YOUR HEAD UP. OBSERVERS WILL REPORT INFRINGEMENTS. REMEMBER SAFETY IS YOUR FIRST PRIORITY.
The start is approximately 2.5 miles from the event headquarters. Riders are advised to allow enough time to reach the start (approx 10-15 min).
In the interests of your own safety, the C.T.T. and the event promoters strongly advise the use of a hard shell helmet that meets an internationally accepted safety standard.
Please take great care when navigating roundabouts. Give way and obey the Highway Code.
It is intended to place arrows around the course, however you are responsible for ensuring that you follow the course correctly.
Riders should be aware that they risk disqualification for obstructing other riders at the start or on the finishing circuit or using these areas as a public toilet. Toilet facilities are available at the Event H.Q.
A result board will be at the event H.Q. Do not bother the Timekeepers. Information regarding non finishers will be welcomed.
You must observe C.T.T. Regulation No 21.
C.T.T. REGULATIONS
Regulation No.21
No "U" turns are permitted at any time whilst riding on the public highway.
Regulation No.16
The National Committee is concerned that some competitors are not complying with this Regulation. Please ensure your race-number is placed in a position where it is clearly visible, from the rear, when riding in the normal competitive position. Infringement of this Regulation will be reported to the local C.T.T. District Secretary where further action may be taken.
START
Please allow sufficient time to reach the Timekeeper. Do not park any vehicle near the Start area.
FINISH
The only motor vehicle associated with the Event allowed near the Finish will be the Timekeeper's.
HEADQUARTERS
Marston Sports & Social Club Station Road, Marston Moretaine, Bedford MK43 0PW , will be open from 1pm. This is located just on the outskirts of Marston Moretaine, a little further on from the Forest Centre. The Event Headquarters will be available from 13:00 hours. Do not contaminate the Hall's wooden flooring with embrocation that you may be using. Adequate parking exists. Please park with due consideration to other road users and local residents.
NUMBERS
These will be available at the Event Headquarters. Not at the Start. Please ensure that you sign the "Signing-On" sheet and clearly call out your number when crossing the finish line.
RIDER SAFETY
For your personal safety, wear an approved hard-shell helmet. It is also recommended that a working rear light either flashing or constant is fitted to the machine in a position clearly visible to following road users.
COURSE SAFETY
Familiarise yourself with the course, and its intersections. Marshals will be at key locations along the course. All competitors are reminded to maintain a safe distance from the kerb and at all times to ride with due consideration toward other road users.
ROAD DEFECTS
Potholes and other associated road defects may be found on the course and adjacent roads. Please remain alert to these problems whilst attending and competing in the Event.
REFRESHMENTS
Refreshments and other facilities will be available at the Event Headquarters where Riders may also exchange their Number for a free drink.