It’s that time of year again, when the future stars of UK downhill get the chance to develop their biking skills on the world famous trails of Innerleithen.
The first downhill races in the UK exclusively for younger riders, the 3 race series is organised by Innerleithen MTB Racing, the team who brought the first iXS European Cup to Britain in 2010. Tracks are challenging but fun ! The young riders have the tracks to themselves and can do as many runs as they want, every run’s a good ‘un. The aim of the series is to introduce young riders to the sport in a relaxed and enjoyable way, in a safe environment.
Race dates: 31st July, 28th August, 30th October.
The day kicks off at 09.30 for registration, there is practice for an hour from 11.00, race runs are from 12.00 – 16.00 with podiums at 16.45. The day is relaxed with plenty of time to stop for lunch from the catering van and as many runs as you can fit in !
It’s super cheap with entries at £12/£15, day entries will be available. Riders must have a well serviced bike, full face helmet, full finger gloves and long sleeves, and a parent or guardian to register them. Further protective equipment is recommended.
All races take place at Traquair Forest in Innerleithen, further info below or email helen@innerleithenmtbracing.com or call Steve at iCycles on 01896 833848.
Location
Forestry Commission Car Park, Traquair Road, Innerleithen. Google Maps ref: 55.611283,-3.056143. Sat Nav search "Innerleithen".
This is a Go-Race, and a British Cycling licence is not required.
Enter now:
31 July
28 August
30 October
You must be 18 to register a rider on the Si entries system.
Timetable
09:30 – 11:00 Registration and sign-on
11:00 - 12:00 Practice
12:00 - 16:00 Timed race runs
16:45 Presentations (hopefully!)
Equipment
The following equipment is mandatory. Riders without the following will not be permitted to race:
1. A grown-up. All riders must be signed on by a parent or guardian.
2. Full face helmet.
3. Leg and arm cover.
4. Full finger gloves.
5. A well serviced bike with bar-end plugs. Bikes will be checked at the start.
Entries
Online entry via Si entries, £12 per rider. Entry on the day £15 if available, however we expect this series to fill so get your entry in soon. Free entry if marshalling help provided contact Helen for details, helen@innerleithenmtbracing.com
Categories
10 - 12 years Boys
13 - 14 years Boys
15 - 16 years Boys
17 - 18 years Male
10 - 18 years Girls (will split to two categories if enough entrants)
