ONLINE ENTRIES CLOSE MIDNIGHT 14th Sept
http://www.cyclosport.org/eventdetails.aspx?eventid=2322
Entry via Sportident
Online Entries Close on Wednesday the 14th September.
Entry Fees
Advance Entry 25.00
On the day 30.00
Under 16's free when entering with an adult
ROUTE MAP TOUR OF THE PENNINES 2011
NOW AVAILABLE
Download to your PC and print off or download to your phone
http://www.scribd.com/doc/64473731/TOTP2011RouteMap
RIDER BRIEFING
HQ - RADCLYFFE ATHLETIC CENTRE
In registration your name will be on the start sheets on the tables. Look for your name and number. The start sheet will also be posted on the website on Thursday so you can check your number and speed up registration
REGISTRATION opens at 8.00 am
EVENT STARTS at 9.00 am you can start anytime between 9.00 am and 9.30 am
You will be given your number and a goody bag. You do not need to sign anything. You have already signed on during the online entry system
ENTRIES ON THE DAY
If you are entering on the day you need to download an entry form and a Route Card. Bring the completed form signed and with the correct fee to the registration desk. You will be given a number and a goody bag.
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.
ELECTRONIC TIMING
We have our own electronic timing system which works on Barcodes. The barcode is printed below your number.
Please do not attach the number to your head tube or attach the zip ties across the barcode otherwise we cannot scan it.
RESULTS
RESULTS
Results will be posted on the website on Monday if not sooner
PARKING
PARKING
There is a large car park at the Radclyffe Athletic Centre.ON THE RIDE
Participents take part in the event at entirley at their own risk.
Participents 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 on route just look for the Public Toilet signs almost every pub and cafe in Saddleworth dislay them.
The route is marked by signage. A black arrow on an Flourescent yellow background. We wil be painting the roads with a yellow arrow. We also have a support vehicle that proceeds the riders replacing missing signs. Hopefully we can keep everyone on track.
Participents take part in the event at entirley at their own risk.
Participents 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 on route just look for the Public Toilet signs almost every pub and cafe in Saddleworth dislay them.
The route is marked by signage. A black arrow on an Flourescent yellow background. We wil be painting the roads with a yellow arrow. We also have a support vehicle that proceeds the riders replacing missing signs. Hopefully we can keep everyone on track.
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.
There are support vehicles. If you need to be picked up call the organisers tel: number below if you have mechanical falure 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.
Marshals are there to help they are not allowed to stop the traffic you are responsable for your own actions at junctions throughout the ride.
WEATHER
The weather can be quite changable at this time of year. Please check the forcast and come prepared
ROUTE CARDS
Route Cards are available to download off the SCRIBD website you can save them to your PC and print off. You can also download it onto your phone.
http://www.scribd.com/doc/64473731/TOTP2011RouteMap
It is the responsibility of each participant to take the correct course. Participants are required to carry traditional map based route instructions.
NO EXCUSES FOR GETTING LOST
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
TOUR OF THE PENNINES will provide fluid and food at designated feed stations. This is intended only as a top up. You are encouraged to take enough food and fluid for the full distance of the event.
FEEDING STATION
Feeding Station will be in the car park at the summit of Nont Sarah's. Riders taking part in the 60km event it will be on the right hand side of the road as your turn left to Ripponden. Riders on the 100km route it will be on the left just before you turn right to Ripponden.
Organisation Phone Number Tel: 07583234531
In case of an emergency please ring 999
In case of an emergency please ring 999
POST EVENT FOOD
There is free food and drink available at the finish. Traditional Lancashire Pie and Peas Supper
Photographs
Flaming Photography will be attending the event. Photographs will be available from their website shortly afterwards.
A would just like to thank everyone for taking part and wish you all a safe and enjoyable ride.
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