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Please note that the route is subject to minor changes.
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Conditions of entry
- If you are under 16 years old you must be riding with someone who is 16 or older.
- Unroadworthy cycles will NOT be allowed to take part.
- We reserve the right to refuse entry on the day of the event.
- Cyclists may be refused entry if they do not have sponsorship.
- The Organisers cannot be held responsible for any injury or damage.
- Failure to obey directions from police or marshals may lead to disqualification.
We strongly recommend you wear a cycle helmet.
Last Entries
Last electronic entries must be sent no later than Friday 30th May 2008.
Last postal entries must be received by us no later than Wednesday 28th May 2008.
Entry on the day is still possible however for age 16 and over riders; the entry fee will be £10.
Getting sponsored
Having to cycle 50 miles is not the hardest part of the event. The task of finding sponsors and later collecting sponsorship money is the hard bit; but this is also the most important part. Do ask your colleagues at work and your friends, as well as your employers, and other firms and pubs in your area, to sponsor you. Offer to wear some form of identification to advertise the identity of your commercial sponsors. Tell your sponsors how far you will ride, so that they understand the extent of their commitment, and ensure that they complete names, addresses, the gift aid box, and the amount per mile they will donate on your sponsorship form. If you fill the sponsorship table please print an extra page from the Sponsorship PDF document.
is the easy and efficient way to donate and raise money for charity.
Use justgiving as an alternative for the payment of donations / sponsorship monies etc. Just click on this link http://www.justgiving.com/bracknellrotaryclub/raisemoney and set up a web page with your details. Then e-mail your justgiving web page link to any potential sponsors referring them to your link for their donations / sponsorship etc. They can then sponsor you online using your justgiving web page, saving you the trouble of collecting money and then sending it to us.
On the day
The first riders will depart at around 8am. The latest starting time possible is 9.30am. The route will be fully signposted, and there will be marshals at all important junctions. The route map shows the checkpoints along the route where you can obtain refreshments – and have a rest if you wish. If you experience any problems with your cycle, or you become unwell or hurt, the route will be patrolled by stewards with mobile telephone communications. There are also communication links at our checkpoints.
Check in procedure
Arrive at least 30 minutes before your start time, ready to check in 15 minutes before you are due to set off from Bracknell Town Centre. Follow the signs to the check-in point, where you will collect your T-shirt, if you have ordered one. Here you will be given your Bike Ride Number. Cars must be parked at any of the multi-storey car parks on the Ring Road, which will be free.
At the finish
At the finish in Bracknell Town Centre, go to the Band Stand where you will be given your Medal, a drink and a certificate that shows you have completed the course. If you have any queries regarding the payment of your Sponsorship money into the Three Counties Cycle Ride account please ask any of the organisers for information.
Tips
- Make sure that your bike is roadworthy – check the tyres and brakes. If you are not sure how to do this take your cycle to a local bike shop. Two Bracknell shops are Halfords (postcode RG12 1EN) and Bracknell Cycles, 50 Broadway, RG12 1AG.
- Practice as much as possible during the weeks before the ride – it will make the ride much more enjoyable if your muscles are tuned-up for cycling.
- Get a good night’s sleep before the ride, and have a good breakfast on the day of the event.
Remember
- Bring some food to nibble; chocolate and fruit are a good idea. Note: drinks will be available at the checkpoints.
- Ride at a leisurely pace. Enjoy the countryside, remember THIS IS NOT A RACE.
- Wear clothing – or reflective material – that will make you visible to motorists.
- Carry some cash with you, in case your bike breaks down. Our recovery vehicles will carry out repairs, but there will be a charge.
On the road
- Follow the Highway Code. Keep to the left, and beware of oncoming traffic.
- Ride sensibly; ride in single file as much as possible.
- ALWAYS OBEY INSTRUCTIONS FROM POLICE AND MARSHALS
