Kit list & the rules
Equipment - each team member must carry the following ;
Whistle
Compass
Emergency Rations (only to be used in an emergency)
Biro or waterproof pen
Survival bag or bivi bag (foil blanket is not acceptable)
First Aid Kit (must include large wound dressing and bandage)
Pedal cycle (tandems are allowed) in good working order
Clothing appropriate for the conditions
Windproof or waterproof jacket or gilet
Helmet - Cycling ANSI, BSI, Snell (not climbing or canoeing)
Team Gear - each team must carry the following ;
Tool kit and puncture repair kit
Maps (PROVIDED)
Mobile phone
GPS units are allowed
MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE.
This is a MOUNTAIN bike event, all competitors are presumed to be fully conversant with the condition known as exposure or hypothermia, and its treatment. If you do not have this knowledge, you should consider your experience, seek advice and even decide whether you are competent to start the event. In the event of an accident or injury, the normal code of safety on mountains applies. Deal with the first aid situation, keep the victim warm adn safe, phone or ask for help, use all available first aid kit and knowledge. Note the exact location of the tent and get help (there may be others around that can help with this process).
THE RULES
THE GOLDEN RULE : Once started all competitors MUST report to the registration centre, whether they have completed or not. This is essential since rescue teams will look for any competitor not recorded. Please do not waste their time - you MUST report to the finish/registration centre.
1. MINIMUM AGE - Minimum age for solo’s is 18 years on the day of competition. However young people over 16 on the day of the competition may compete if their partner is a legal parent or guardian, or with a partner over 18 with parents permission.
2. MTB/HIGHWAY CODE - The MTB (or Off Road cycling) Code and Highway Code shall be observed at all times. ALL FOOTPATHS ARE OUT OF BOUNDS. this includes observance of the LITTER regulations - “pack it in pack it out”
3. START - Teams start at the designated start point. They must observe any last-minute briefings or postings at this start. Upon starting they will register their SPORTident electronic chip in the start control box. Any teams not registering their SI cards in the start control box will not get any scores for the day. Time limit for day one is 7 hours.
4. TEAM MEMBERS - Team members must remain in vocal contact throughout the event, must visit the checkpoints together and finish together. If one member is unable to continue, the other should assist him/her to safety or obtain assistance and report their retirement to the registration centre. Under NO circumstances must the unaffected member continue alone.
5. EQUIPMENT You must be in possession of your BIKE and minimal equipment at all times. Leaving gear or your bike at anytime will mean disqualification. Some checkpoints will be marshaled, anyone arriving without their partner, gear or bike will not be allowed to register with that control box.
5. CHECKPOINTS - Each checkpoint site will have an electronic control box, identified with a piece of bright tape attached to the feature described on the checkpoint description sheet. The control box will be situated very close to this tape attached to an immovable object. Make sure you hear a beep when putting the SI card in the electronic control box. If it does not beep then take a note of the code on the control box and the time you were at the checkpoint. If there is no control box, please note the time you were there and report it missing as soon as you can to an event marshal.
6. OFF-ROAD SPORTIVE ROUTES. On leaving the start you will be guided by marshals, signs and your map. following the route you will complete one linear lap of the Elite (E) or Short (S) course, arriving back at the Event HQ in your own time. CHECKPOINTS must be punched on your way around IN ORDER to confirm your exact route, and your SI electronic chip will confirm you have completed the entire route - no check points, no time.
6. SATURDAY FINISH - (Back at the Event centre) On finishing all teams must register their SI cards in the finish control box and download their results in the finish tent/area as directed by the finish marshals. Day 1 draft results will be posted with query forms for any questions; Queries should be left in the designated collection box and these will be dealt with by Sunday 12:00. The event centre will have food stalls, kit shops and a bar available all evening.
7. SUNDAY START - Teams start at the designated start point. They must observe any last-minute briefings or postings at this start. Upon starting they will register their SPORTident card in the start control box. Any teams not registering their SI cards in the start control box will not get any scores for the day. The start will be in or very close to the overnight camping area. Time limit for day two is 5 hours.
8. SPORTIVE RIDERS - DAY2. You have two competitive choices on Sunday.
I. Both the Elite & the Short course, with substantial variants and a reverse direction will be marked and marshaled. Expect to take 1-1.5 hrs less on these slightly shorter versions. Choose either the E or S route depending how you feel!
II. Take your experience of navigation and route finding on day one, and ride the 5 hour Sunday day 2 Score event.
8. FINISH - On arrival at the finish, all teams must register their SI cards in the finish control box and then download their results in the finish tent/area as directed by the finish marshals. Leading competitors may have their equipment checked. All competitors will be expected to possess their specified equipment throughout the duration of the event (see kit list). On Sunday afternoon a final set of results will be published 15 minutes prior to the prize giving, any objections placed after the prize giving will not be considered. If you are unable to stay, you must nominate someone to check your results for you.
9. WINNING TEAMS - The total number of points collected minus penalties will determine winning teams. The penalties for arriving late (over 7 hours on Saturday and over 5 hours on Sunday) are shown in the chart.
It is the competitors responsibility to ensure that their SI cards have registered in each control box (a beep sounds when it is registered).
10. KIT CHECK - Any teams found not to have the minimum specified equipment and clothing will be disqualified (see check list)
11. SOLO TEAMS - Solo riders are more likely to be kit checked at the finish.
12. SELF SUFFICIENCY - This is a self-sufficient event. Any teams caught receiving outside help will be disqualified. However, you may seek a repair or mechanical assistance from other teams or providers as long as this has not been pre-arranged. The Event uses the same venue for the overnight camp as the event venue - i.e. Base Camp, but the use of this is not compulsory if you wish to leave and return again Sunday. The control description card will have an emergency phone number printed on it. Only use the emergency number if you or your partner is injured. It is your responsibility to get back to registration if your bike breaks down, we will not collect you. If the injury is serious use your sound mountain judgement, act as you would in any mountain emergency calling rescue or ambulance as appropriate.
13. CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT - see kit list.
14. SPIRIT OF THE EVENT - Any action deemed against the spirit of the event will result in disqualification. The organisers decision is final.
Whistle
Compass
Emergency Rations (only to be used in an emergency)
Biro or waterproof pen
Survival bag or bivi bag (foil blanket is not acceptable)
First Aid Kit (must include large wound dressing and bandage)
Pedal cycle (tandems are allowed) in good working order
Clothing appropriate for the conditions
Windproof or waterproof jacket or gilet
Helmet - Cycling ANSI, BSI, Snell (not climbing or canoeing)
Team Gear - each team must carry the following ;
Tool kit and puncture repair kit
Maps (PROVIDED)
Mobile phone
GPS units are allowed
MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE.
This is a MOUNTAIN bike event, all competitors are presumed to be fully conversant with the condition known as exposure or hypothermia, and its treatment. If you do not have this knowledge, you should consider your experience, seek advice and even decide whether you are competent to start the event. In the event of an accident or injury, the normal code of safety on mountains applies. Deal with the first aid situation, keep the victim warm adn safe, phone or ask for help, use all available first aid kit and knowledge. Note the exact location of the tent and get help (there may be others around that can help with this process).
THE RULES
THE GOLDEN RULE : Once started all competitors MUST report to the registration centre, whether they have completed or not. This is essential since rescue teams will look for any competitor not recorded. Please do not waste their time - you MUST report to the finish/registration centre.
1. MINIMUM AGE - Minimum age for solo’s is 18 years on the day of competition. However young people over 16 on the day of the competition may compete if their partner is a legal parent or guardian, or with a partner over 18 with parents permission.
2. MTB/HIGHWAY CODE - The MTB (or Off Road cycling) Code and Highway Code shall be observed at all times. ALL FOOTPATHS ARE OUT OF BOUNDS. this includes observance of the LITTER regulations - “pack it in pack it out”
3. START - Teams start at the designated start point. They must observe any last-minute briefings or postings at this start. Upon starting they will register their SPORTident electronic chip in the start control box. Any teams not registering their SI cards in the start control box will not get any scores for the day. Time limit for day one is 7 hours.
4. TEAM MEMBERS - Team members must remain in vocal contact throughout the event, must visit the checkpoints together and finish together. If one member is unable to continue, the other should assist him/her to safety or obtain assistance and report their retirement to the registration centre. Under NO circumstances must the unaffected member continue alone.
5. EQUIPMENT You must be in possession of your BIKE and minimal equipment at all times. Leaving gear or your bike at anytime will mean disqualification. Some checkpoints will be marshaled, anyone arriving without their partner, gear or bike will not be allowed to register with that control box.
5. CHECKPOINTS - Each checkpoint site will have an electronic control box, identified with a piece of bright tape attached to the feature described on the checkpoint description sheet. The control box will be situated very close to this tape attached to an immovable object. Make sure you hear a beep when putting the SI card in the electronic control box. If it does not beep then take a note of the code on the control box and the time you were at the checkpoint. If there is no control box, please note the time you were there and report it missing as soon as you can to an event marshal.
6. OFF-ROAD SPORTIVE ROUTES. On leaving the start you will be guided by marshals, signs and your map. following the route you will complete one linear lap of the Elite (E) or Short (S) course, arriving back at the Event HQ in your own time. CHECKPOINTS must be punched on your way around IN ORDER to confirm your exact route, and your SI electronic chip will confirm you have completed the entire route - no check points, no time.
6. SATURDAY FINISH - (Back at the Event centre) On finishing all teams must register their SI cards in the finish control box and download their results in the finish tent/area as directed by the finish marshals. Day 1 draft results will be posted with query forms for any questions; Queries should be left in the designated collection box and these will be dealt with by Sunday 12:00. The event centre will have food stalls, kit shops and a bar available all evening.
7. SUNDAY START - Teams start at the designated start point. They must observe any last-minute briefings or postings at this start. Upon starting they will register their SPORTident card in the start control box. Any teams not registering their SI cards in the start control box will not get any scores for the day. The start will be in or very close to the overnight camping area. Time limit for day two is 5 hours.
8. SPORTIVE RIDERS - DAY2. You have two competitive choices on Sunday.
I. Both the Elite & the Short course, with substantial variants and a reverse direction will be marked and marshaled. Expect to take 1-1.5 hrs less on these slightly shorter versions. Choose either the E or S route depending how you feel!
II. Take your experience of navigation and route finding on day one, and ride the 5 hour Sunday day 2 Score event.
8. FINISH - On arrival at the finish, all teams must register their SI cards in the finish control box and then download their results in the finish tent/area as directed by the finish marshals. Leading competitors may have their equipment checked. All competitors will be expected to possess their specified equipment throughout the duration of the event (see kit list). On Sunday afternoon a final set of results will be published 15 minutes prior to the prize giving, any objections placed after the prize giving will not be considered. If you are unable to stay, you must nominate someone to check your results for you.
9. WINNING TEAMS - The total number of points collected minus penalties will determine winning teams. The penalties for arriving late (over 7 hours on Saturday and over 5 hours on Sunday) are shown in the chart.
It is the competitors responsibility to ensure that their SI cards have registered in each control box (a beep sounds when it is registered).
10. KIT CHECK - Any teams found not to have the minimum specified equipment and clothing will be disqualified (see check list)
11. SOLO TEAMS - Solo riders are more likely to be kit checked at the finish.
12. SELF SUFFICIENCY - This is a self-sufficient event. Any teams caught receiving outside help will be disqualified. However, you may seek a repair or mechanical assistance from other teams or providers as long as this has not been pre-arranged. The Event uses the same venue for the overnight camp as the event venue - i.e. Base Camp, but the use of this is not compulsory if you wish to leave and return again Sunday. The control description card will have an emergency phone number printed on it. Only use the emergency number if you or your partner is injured. It is your responsibility to get back to registration if your bike breaks down, we will not collect you. If the injury is serious use your sound mountain judgement, act as you would in any mountain emergency calling rescue or ambulance as appropriate.
13. CLOTHING & EQUIPMENT - see kit list.
14. SPIRIT OF THE EVENT - Any action deemed against the spirit of the event will result in disqualification. The organisers decision is final.
The new name for the Polaris Challenge
