KRANK DIRTWEAR Hanmer 4&8 Hour MTB Race

Come and ride this course, a mixture of forest roads and non technical single track riding. The lap of 10km and only a little climb should take average ability riders about 45minutes to complete. The whole event will be run in daylight, so no need for expensive lighting systems, based out of the Forest Camp grounds, so great facilities and plenty of space to enjoy the MTB Village atmosphere, with time in the evening to enjoy the other delights of Hanmer Springs. Coffee and food will be available on site, loads of Spot Prizes from top Sponsors.

Four hour riders can expect to do between 4 and 5 laps, so maybe two member teams would suit, or perhaps you might want to muscle it out as a solo.

A special schools competition, sponsored by Activity Hanmer, allows teams of two, or solo riders to compete for honours on the 4 hour event. Check out the entry form.

Starting at the Forest Camp on Jollies Pass Road the circuit goes:

Up Black Dog

Up Mac 1

Up McIntyre to the picnic area

Down Upper Dog Creek

Up over Jolliffe Road

Down Timberlands Trail

Lower Redrock

Cross the road over to the Heritage Trails

Back to Forest Camp

General Information

Enquiries can be emailed to graham@hanmerevents.co.nz or ring 03 315 5009 between 8am and 9.30pm.

Entries On line entry can be made on www.hanmerevenst.co.nz or downloaded from: www.hanmerevents.co.nz They must be received prior to the closing date of Wednesday 7^th April 2010. Cheques to “Hanmer Springs Multi Sport Club” please.

Entry fee: $35 per rider – Juniors $20 (18 and under on race day) for 8 Hour

$30 per rider-- Juniors $15 for 4 Hour

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

Refunds will be given up to the closing date of Wednesday 7^th April, 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 6.00pm to 9.30pm on Friday 9^th April or at the Forest Trust Camp on Jollies Pass Rd from 7.00am –8.30am on Saturday 10th, 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.

Race Village access will be available from daylight on the Saturday morning. Vehicles in the village area will not be able to leave until after the prize giving.

Risk Disclosure Forms: 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 9.00am following the race brief which is at 8.30am near the registration venue. All competitors must attend the race brief.

Start Lap will differ slightly from all other laps.

The Start at 9am, will be on McIntyre/Jollies Pass corner, and all riders will follow up McIntyre to the Larches picnic area. Subsequent laps will follow the route as on the course map.

Prize Giving: will be held at the Forest Trust Camp, at approx 5.30pm. 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.

Accommodation See www.alpineholidayhomes.co.nz or www.hanmerholidayhomes.co.nz for details.

Bike Checks: We highly recommend that competitors present their bike for a check prior to the race. This may be done at any reputable bike store anytime prior to the event, on the Friday evening at registration, or on race day. See attached sheet for details to be checked. Please try to get this done earlier rather than later to avoid congestion. Click Here to Download the Recommended Bike Check

To Download an Entry Form Click Here or you can register online using the form below.

Saturday 10th April 2010