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The date for your diary is Sunday 1st July.
This is the fourth edition of the polpular Wolds 123 sportive.
The start location is the truly stunning KP Club (a high class golf course and bespoke events venue). Accommodation is available if you would like to come the night before. Shower facilities are available after the ride at no extra cost. You can check out The KP Club and book your accommodation HERE.
The start time is 9.30 am and riders will need to sign on between 8.00 and 9.00am. No helmet no ride.
Riders will be set off in small groups.
The route passes through the famous landscape of The Yorkshire Wolds and The Howardian Hills including the impressive valleys of Thixendale and Millington Dale, also taking in some of the regions outstanding houses and abbeys.
This years Wolds 123 event features 1 main route with 2 shorter options (signed) and 3 feeds stations. The last of which is a meal at The KP Club.
The Kerbedge Citröen 'H' Van (Cyril) will once again be providing our first feed station within the stunning grounds of Castle Howard and there will be further refreshments provided at the top of Thrussendale.
All riders are required to ride with due care and attention during the event. Please respect other road users as this is not a closed road event and you will encounter traffic. Be patient, this is not a race and there are no rewards for finishing first. Do not put yourself or others at risk by careless riding.
Ultimately, you are responsible for your riding.
Once back at The KP Club, riders will sign in and receive a token for a meal and a pint. There will be live coverage of stage 2 of Le Tour for you to enjoy and there will also be some goodies for all those who attend.
This event will be supported by Vive Le Velo
A route risk assessment will be available to download soon
A downloadable GPX file is available here: https://app.box.com/s/qt9506cwwb41bux62gtr
Please note our safety precautions below:
• Riders under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult during the event.
• Each group of riders will receive a safety briefing before being set off at the start.
• The wearing of helmets (conforming to CE Standards EN1078) is mandatory for all riders. No helmet, no ride.
• All riders must ride in an orderly manner in accordance with Highway Code.
• RED means STOP. Do not take chances.
• This event is non-competitive, un-timed and there are no road closures.
• The route is fully signed with the ‘WOLDS 123’ arrows.
• Ride single file on climbs and A Roads to allow traffic flow.
• On single track roads ride single file and anticipate oncoming traffic.
• Be aware of potholes and loose gravel on roads throughout the route.
• Take care at cattle grids and consider dismounting.
• Keep a safe distance between you and the rider in front, especially on descents.
• Be patient when crossing junctions and cross in small groups.
• When turning right, always make your intentions clear to road users.
• Participants are responsible for the road worthiness of their bike.
• The mid-way feed station will be equipped with track pump, and mechanical support from Vive Le Velo.
• You are advised to carry spare inner tubes and a small tool kit.
• Be prepared for adverse weather and wear/carry adequate clothing, and possibly lights.
• In hot, sunny conditions drink plenty of water and apply sun protection lotion.