Wednesday 9 March 2011

RIDER BREIFING

JODRELL BANK CYCLOSPORTIVE 12th March 2011

RIDER BRIEFING

HQ - Poynton leisure Centre Yew Tree lane Poynton, Cheshire. SK12 1PU

Registration opens at 7.00 until 8.45

In registration your name will be on the start sheets on the tables. Look for your name and number.
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 the revelent Route Card. Bring the completed form signed and with the correct fee to ON THE DAY 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.

Start Time - 8.00 am until 9.00 riders can start anytime within the hour. Riders doing the 30 mile event will start at 9.00am to avoid congestion.

RESULTS - Results will be posted on the website on Monday

PARKING
There is a large car park at the Poynton Leisure Centre and also next door at the school.
You will be directed by the Leisure Centre Staff.

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 in Prestbury and Bollington.

The route is marked by signage. A black arrow on an Flourescent yellow background.We wil be marking 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.

ROUTE CARDS are available to download off the website

It is the responsibility of each participant to take the correct course. Participants are required to carry traditional map based route instructions.

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

JODRELL BANK CYCLOSPORTIVE 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.

POT HOLE WARNING
The roads around Cheshire are in the main very good quality however there are pot holes in places due to the winter weather please look out for them. If you are riding in a group shout out warnings to the riders behind.

Under 18's must have the consent of a parent or guardian and be accompanied by a nominated adult at all times whilst on the ride.

It is advised that all riders must carry a form of identification showing their name, address and contact details of person to be advised in the eventuality
cases of an accident. 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 on the ride. If you need to be picked up call the organisers tel: number below.
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.

Organisation Phone Number Tel: 07583234531

In case of an emergency please ring 999

There is food available after the ride in return for the FOOD VOUCHER in your goody bag. Food is being served by Poynton Girl Guides.

A would just like to wish you all a safe and enjoyable ride.

ROUTE CARDS

Route Cards download and print or just print off

Jodrell Bank 30 Mile Route Card

http://www.scribd.com/doc/49478676

Jodrell Bank 50 Mile Route Card

http://www.scribd.com/doc/49479150

Jodrell Bank 80 Mile Route Card

http://www.scribd.com/doc/49479523