SPRING CLASSIC 40k SPORTIVE SUNDAY 23 rd April 2017 START TIME: 10AM Please read the following document carefully as it will contain everything you need to know for your ride on Sunday. Directions to Markeaton Park Sat Nav DE22 4NH will take you to Markeaton Lane, the Mundy Play Centre and Craft Village car park is on the left hand side if you are approaching from Kedleston Road end. Sat Nav DE22 4AA is the official post code of the park but on the map it looks like you are going to McDonalds. If using this postcode please be aware that the park entrance is across the road from McD s! Car Parking Mundy Play Centre and Craft Village Car Parks are the main car parks for the event and can be accessed from Markeaton Lane. Height restriction barrier at exit to car park 2.2m 4 per day. (Current as of Apr 2017) Approx 700 spaces Sat Nav DE22 4NH As Markeaton Park is an open public space managed by Derby City Council we have no control of parking charges. The main car park is available to park in but this also has a height restriction barrier of 2.2m and has a charge of 4 per day. (Current at Apr 2017) Registration & Chip Collection Registration for the 40k ride will take place in the Craft Village Visitors Centre at the following times: Saturday 22 nd April: 14:00 to 18:00 We would strongly recommend you pick your race pack up on Saturday as it will save you some time on Sunday morning. Sunday 23 rd April: 08:30 to 09:30 When you arrive just give us your surname and the distance you are riding so we can find your number. Please check that the contents of the envelope you receive at registration include the following: 1. Laminated rider number with transponder and cable ties 2. Wristband 3. Route maps and instructions 4. Official merchandise, if ordered
Timing Transponder The disposable timing transponder is pre-attached to your laminated rider number. Do not bend, crease or cut the transponder as any damage may result in no time being recorded. Fix your rider number to your handlebars with the cable ties provided. Baggage There is limited space for baggage however we can issue you with a ticket for your bag and it can be left in the Visitors Centre. All baggage is left at your own risk. Geldards Team Distance Challenge participants Please make sure you are wearing your Team Distance Challenge wristband (yellow) so that you can enjoy Geldards hospitality on the day of the event. Timetable for the day: 7 10am The business team challenge area will be open to challenge riders for networking, hot and cold drinks, fruit and breakfast bars 11.30am 12pm - 6pm The team challenge area will be open to riders Warm nutritional food served to all business riders by Saffron Outside Catering within the business team challenge area, together with a selection of cold drinks and snacks Event Village Tea and coffee will be on sale in the Orangery Café from 6.30am on the morning of the event. We will also be selling Spring Classic Cycling Jerseys and Sportive buffs from the Visitors Centre when you pick up your event pack. Bikeworks staff will be on hand to help you with any last minute bike maintenance issues. Mechanical work will be complimentary however any parts required will be at cost. Local cycling retailers will be showing off their latest range of bikes and accessories and the Derbyshire Police will be on hand for bike registration and advice on anti-theft. The Derbyshire Sporting Joint and Marcus Leon Martinez will be at the Event Village to ease away your aches and pains after your ride. EMMS will also have their medical tent in the event village, should you be in need of assistance. Please look out for our nominated charities Ashgate Hospicecare and Derbyshire Children s Holiday Centre. Both will be represented in the Event Village and would love your support. Toilets Toilets are situated in the Craft Village and the Mundy Play Centre. These will be open from 6.30am. Start The start is located just outside the Craft Village towards the side gates of the park. 40km ride starts at 10am Once riders have lined up to start their event, riders will be set off in groups of approx. 75 at 3 minute intervals.
The Route The 40K is a beautiful, slightly undulating route in outstanding Derbyshire countryside. The route will be signposted throughout. Signs are unique to this event so look out for the yellow signs with Cycle Derby Sportive logo on them. Other events maybe running at the same time so only follow signs with our logo on them. While the main roads are mostly in good condition please be careful whilst riding through some of the villages where road conditions may vary. This is not a closed road event so beware on narrow lanes which will still be open to traffic. KoM/QoM Section The KoM/QoM challenge section is on Long Lane, approx. 13.5km into the ride and just before the feed station at Ostrich Inn Pub. The section will be marked with yellow correx signs so you will know where it starts and where it ends. Please note this is a personal challenge section and riders must cycle responsibly on the left hand side of the road. There will be marshals along this section to ensure cyclists are riding safely. Any rider deemed to be riding inconsiderately or riding in a manner that could cause harm to themselves or others will be disqualified from the timed section. The marshal s decision is final. Please observe the Highway Code at all times.
40k Feed Station The feed station will carry sweet and savoury food, bananas, cake, sports drink, jelly babies and water. Please ensure you show your wristband at the feed station, else you won t get any food! Station 1 Ostrich Inn, Longford, DE6 3AH 17km 40k riders only There will also be a mechanic at the feed station for support. There will be a track pump and appropriate cycling tools but please make sure you are carrying spare inner tubes in case of a puncture. Photography There are two official event photographers - one will be taking pictures at the start line and at Radbourne area to capture people returning back to the park. The other photographer will be at the KoM/QoM section so smile whilst riding up that hill!! We also hope to take some unofficial photos at the feed stations. Obviously if anyone has any good photos to share, we hope you will do so on our Facebook page after the event! Finish The finish and start are located at the same place. Timing mats will be switched off at 18:00. You may keep the timing chip/rider number. On finishing the ride you will receive your Sportive Medal and Food Voucher for the Orangery Cafe to get some wellearned refreshment! Team Distance Challenge riders may opt for The Orangery and/or Geldard s Hospitality. Please make sure you are wearing your wristband to ensure you are served food at the end of the event. If, for any reason, you decide not to return to the finish at Markeaton Park can you please make us aware by calling us on 07841001020. Results/Timing Once you have crossed the finish line you will be able to get a print out of your times from the timing van. Times will also be displayed on the HUUB Events website www.huubevents.com at the end of the day (i.e. after 6pm once the cut off time has been reached!) Recommended equipment: Water bottles for your bike, sun screen, waterproofs, additional nutritional snacks, mobile phone, extra clothing, money or cash card, any personal medication and any appropriate tools and spares.
What to do in case of an emergency: If an emergency occurs dial 999 immediately; inform them of your location and the nature of the incident. Then phone the Hotline Contact Number 07841 001020 to let the organisers know so that they can co-ordinate with the emergency services. First Aid: There will be a motorbike outrider who can act as first aider and mechanic. Should you have any problems please call the Hotline Contact Number 07841 001020 so we can alert him and send him your way. EMMS first aid will also be attending in the Craft Village for the duration of the event. Rules of Participation: This is a challenge NOT a race; dangerous riding will not be tolerated. Helmets are compulsory. Riders are reminded that it is an offence to urinate in a public area. Toilets are available at the start/finish and at all feed stations. All entrants' bikes must be in good working condition for the event. Ride with care and attention to all other road users. Take special care around horses. Do not litter. It jeopardises the future of the event and ruins the beautiful countryside you have been cycling through. Do not ride more than two abreast and take care when overtaking other riders. Take care on the descents, some are steep and contain sharp bends. Clearly signal your intention to turn left or right to other road users. If you need to stop and you are in a group then raise your arm and shout stopping. The judgement of event officials is final. Thanks to our Event Sponsors and Partners