Colne Valley Mountain Bike Challenge 2011

Luddite

Entries are are now being encouraged for the 8th annual Colne Valley Mountain Bike Challenge, taking place this year on Sunday 8th May at 9.00am.

The course is a challenging one (as you'd expect) and consists of approx. 30 miles of local paths, tracks, bridleways and lanes around the picturesque Colne Valley area of Huddersfield - regularly featured on TV as settings for Last Of The Summer Wine and Where The Heart Is.

The cost of entry is £15 pre-booked (entry forms available at http://www.cvmbc.co.uk) and £20 on the day - although we do encourage pre-booking as it greatly assists the organisation of the event.

All participants will receive a free commemorative T-Shirt and certificate upon completion. The course will be fully marshalled throughout and will have 4 refreshment stops at designated points. There will also be a back-up vehicle available for anyone who wishes to (or is forced to!!) retire early.

Bacon Butties will be on sale beforehand at a nominal £1.00 each, but apart from these EVERYTHING ELSE refreshment wise (soup, bread, bananas, flap-jack, biscuits, coffee, tea etc etc) is FREE. Yes FREE. There is also a brilliant little pub - The Walkers Arms - situated on site, so those that wish to can partake of a pint (or two) if so desired.

So, to sum it up - it's a 30 mile challenging MTB ride, fully marshalled, fully 'catered' and absolutely FANTASTIC VALUE, with a pub on site to finish the day off as well. You won't find a better day out in this area on the 8th May. Come and give it a go - you've nothing to lose and we're absolutely certain that you'll be well looked after and have a great time.

cw42

excellent. I'll be back for a 3rd run and trying to beat last years time.

AndrewBF

Already signed up and will be doing it singlespeed this year (gulp) to add a touch of variety.

streako

Sent off my form, awaiting a reply.

Looking forward to this event, I have done it once before.

tubaonwheels

Just rec'd my entry form so will probably have another bash around it, always good to get a bit of hill work in

Luddite

Come on folks - make sure you take advantage of the beautiful weather that we're currently enjoying, the local trails are dry, dusty and just aching to be ridden!!

Get your entries in early and avoid the rush!!

Luddite

Still time to get those entries in the post folks!!

Luddite

Demo bikes from Orange and Trek available to test during and after this weekend's event.

Also, free SiS goody bag (worth @£4.00) for the first 300 to register!

Still time to get your entry in the post - but don't be put off if not, you can always turn up on the day as we never turn anyone away.

Come on, stop dithering and get yourselves involved!

streako

How are the hills looking round there? There have been a few fires up Lancashire due to dry weather.

I had '10' written on my envelope. Do I get a goody bag?

What time would you recommend getting there to bag a decent spot on the start line?


Cheers.

See you Sunday.

Andy B

The hills are looking hilly...

I think that you will get a goody bag if you had 10 on your envelope

The earlier you register the better for bagging a good starting position

I'll be there on my Cube, with a strapped up finger...



I've not ridden since I trapped the above digit, so I have no idea how much it'll throb after 30 miles.

Luddite

Hi Nick - as Mr Baxter (above) says really. I'd recommend trying to arrive for 8.00ish then you'll be parked up and stress free pre-event. And you won't miss out on your goody bag either!! :P

Don't forget to come and say hello too, it's always nice to meet those that make the effort.

We've had no rain for weeks until today ( ) so the trails were/are super fast at the mo! The hills never get any easier either, you just climb them quicker when you're fitter! :P

Bit late for postal entries now folks, so either stick your details through my door in person or turn up on the day with your ALREADY FILLED IN ENTRY FORMS (to speed things up at registration) and a £20 note. Everyone welcome - WE NEVER TURN ANYONE AWAY.

streako

Forecast is for rain in next couple of days, so the Crudcatcher will go back on. How do the off road trails hold up when wet round there?

Have you had many entries this year, Luddite?

Luddite

Trails hold up really well, it's unlikely that you'll encounter much mud or slop

We've over 170 entries already in and, with around 100 or so riders that usually turn up on the day, we anticipate a field of approaching 300.

streako

Well that was a hard day. Plenty of climbing and a couple of techie descents thrown in to keep a biker on his toes.

Pretty knackered now.

Well done to the organisers. Any idea of when the results will be up?

cw42

Cracking challenge today. Thanks to all the marshals and helpers for running another great cvmbc. Managed to knock 25 mins of my time, which was nice
See you next year guys. Thanks.

Luddite

Wow streako - that's a very impressive time you posted there fella.

I'm in the process of reconciling the times at the mo, but I'm waiting on a few return calls which will hopoefully clarify some anomalies. Thanks for your patience.

streako

Ach, I was quite a way behind the top lads. Was really struggling on the last few climbs.

Some good photos and video here:

http://www.flamingphotography.co.uk/por ... 78034.html


Already looking forward to next year.

Luddite

Results are now with the web maestro and should be online late tonight/early tomorrow at www.cvmbc.co.uk

Many thanks to all those who've supported the event and we hope to see you again next year. In fact, bring a friend with you next time!! :P

cw42

Luddite wrote:

Results are now with the web maestro and should be online late tonight/early tomorrow at www.cvmbc.co.uk

Many thanks to all those who've supported the event and we hope to see you again next year. In fact, bring a friend with you next time!! :P

No results up yet

Luddite

They're up now. Honest!

Luddite

Nice write-up by Matt Wild on the home page of singletrackworld 8)