THIS EVENT IS NOT A RACE. You are expected to comply with the Law & Highway Code This is NOT a fully closed road event so please cycle responsibly and be considerate to others on the road.
Cycle helmets (compliant with EN1078) are compulsory in this event. No Helmet = No Ride!
Traffic lights on the course. DO NOT ignore red lights.
Take care around horses. Talk (not shout) to gain the riders attention and not startle the horse.
BEWARE OF POTHOLES There are a lot on the course. Watch for signs and beware!
Riding in a group. Please single out on narrow or busy roads. Don't ride more than 2 abreast.
Moorland animals frequently wander into the road, take extra care on unfenced roads.
The route is signed and marshalled but the onus of remaining on-course rests with you, the rider.
Help. If you encounter someone in trouble, please offer help and / or tell a marshal.
Nutrition. Ensure you carry enough food and drink to refuel in-between the feed stations.
Please DO NOT drop litter Yes BANANA skins are litter. Please bin it or take it home.
Mobile Phone. Only use mobile phones while stopped in a safe place if you need to make or receive a call.
Earphones are not permitted. You MUST NOT wear earphones whilst cycling in this event.
Cattle grids are slippery. Keep your bike upright and in a straight line. Do not brake whilst on them!
Please do not get drawn into any arguments out on the course but refer any complaints to a member of the DC team.
Any anti-social behaviour reported to the organisers, (such as: dropping litter, urinating in public, failing to obey traffic laws, or careless cycling), could result in the offender being withdrawn from the event and a ban on participating in future Mid-Devon CC events.
