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Mountain Bike Challenge

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Take part in this exhilarating 23-mile challenge on an exciting and technical route often used for major championships.

Due to popular demand, the mountain bike challenge returns to Dalby Forest, near Pickering in the North York Moors National Park this autumn. The challenging and exhilarating 23 mile Red Route - often used for championship racing - is highly rated, having been specially designed by the Forestry Commission to ensure the optimum mountain bike experience.

This exciting route has a variable terrain of single track with sections of forest road, technical trail features (including rock gardens) and north shore style, steep climbs and descents. Experience, good bike-handling skills and a high level of fitness are required. 

Prepare to get muddy!

What you will receive

  • Comprehensive fundraising pack
  • Bespoke online fundraising page set up for you
  • Expert support to help you raise as much sponsorship as possible
  • Route map and advice at pre-race registration
  • Route marshalled and covered by Red Cross first aid
  • Post events refreshments
  • Certificate upon completing the route

 

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More Information

Date:7 October 2012

Registration fee: £10 (non-refundable)

Suggested sponsorship target: £100

Registration and start times: From 9.30 to 10.30am

Accomodation: Lots in the local area, from B&Bs to campsite in the Forest. Details available on request.

Bikes and cycling gear: Bring your own, or hire one at Dalby Forest

Mud: Plenty available

Address:Low Dalby, Pickering, North Yorkshire, YO18 7LT

Contact:Max Newton

Telephone:0114 242 7379 or 07710 711 253

Email:mnewton@redcross.org.uk

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    Mountain Bike Challenge
    Take part in this exhilarating 23-mile challenge on an exciting and technical route often used for major championships.
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