Cross Country MTB Race

Come and ride this challenging course built by mountain bikers for mountain bikers with heaps of single track and some challenging climbs.

Laps of approx 13km, 420m climb. Average lap time 53 mins. Details on the web sites

Sport riders do 2 laps. Expert riders do 3 laps.

All proceeds go into trail development in Hanmer Forest to ensure quality riding every time you visit Hanmer Springs.

Awesome Spot Prizes from top sponsors.

Sunday 6th December 2009

 

 

Enquiries can be emailed to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or ring Graham Frith on 03 315 5009 between 8am and 9.30pm.

Entries On line entry can be made by clicking HERE

Entry forms can be downloaded HERE and must be received prior to the closing date of Wednesday 2^nd December 2009. Please allow 2 days for the post to reach Hanmer!!

Cheques to “Hanmer Springs Mountain Bike Club” please.

They will also be available from Basic Bikes in Christchurch, where they can be handed in with your entry fee in exchange for a free bike tube

Entry fee: $40 per person – juniors $20 (18 and under on race day)

Entry confirmation: Entries received by post will be confirmed by email only.

Refunds will be given up to the closing date of Wednesday 2nd December 2009, less $10 admin fee. No refunds will be given after this date.

Entry on the day will be available at registration for an extra cost of $10

Registration will be at Krank Dirtwear on Conical Hill Road from 9.00am to 5.30pm on Saturday 5^th December or at the Forest Trust Camp on Jollies Pass Rd from 8.00am –10.00 am on Sunday, and will be signposted from the centre of the village. NB If you register it will be assumed you will start the race. This is an important safety issue. Please do not register and then not start the race.

Risk Disclosure Forms: are available for downloading from www.hanmerevents.co.nz or can be collected at registration. These must be completed, signed and handed in at registration prior to collection of race numbers.

Junior competitors must have their form signed by a parent / caregiver.

Start time will be at 10.30am following the race brief which is at 10.15 am near the registration venue. All competitors must attend the race brief.

Prize Giving: will be held at the Forest Trust Camp, at approx 2.00pm, or once all competitors have finished. There will be numerous spot prizes; you must be there to get one

Extreme weather conditions i.e. strong winds or snow may mean it is unsafe to run the race on the planned route. The organisers reserve the right to alter the course at short notice, or withhold entry fees and offer an alternative date.

• All competitors, fully understanding all the inherent hazards, compete at their own risk.

• The organisers will not accept liability for any personal injury or mishap during the event that is caused by the competitor’s actions, inaction, negligence or unacceptable behaviour.

• All competitors must read, understand and accept the possible hazards associated with this event.

• All Hanmer Hammerhead competitors must be of sufficient fitness to complete the course that they enter.

• The organisers reserve the right to withdraw from the race any competitor who shows signs of severe fatigue or injury during the race.

• All competitors must dress sufficiently for the conditions and weather likely to be experienced during the race. Remember Hanmer Springs is an alpine village and weather conditions change very rapidly. All competitors must carry sufficient gear for the conditions and weather likely to be experienced during the race. Bike helmets must be worn.

• Race officials must be obeyed and have the right to stop the race or disqualify any competitor.

• Competitors must follow the route as described and marked by the organisers. Your race numbers must be attached to the front of your bike.

• No litter is to be dropped on the course.

• All competitors must attend the race brief.

• All competitors must sign the Risk Disclosure form, and hand this in at registration, as proof they have read and fully understand the potential risks/hazards/dangers that may be encountered during the event.

• All competitors must sign the indemnity on the entry form, which states that you have read, understood and agree to these conditions of entry.