Event Details

Event Outline

The 2012 Exmoor Beast Cycle challenge is due to take place on 28th October 2012

Once again Butlin's are offering a weekend package, please view more details on the Butlin's Accomodation Letter.

With great access and a large parking area on site, Butlins is an ideal location for family and friends to enjoy the excitement of the start and the exhilaration of the finish after the competitors have tamed the Beast.

While the cyclists are out doing battle with the Beast there is entertainment for the family in the form of an with the Indoor Sub-Tropical 'Splash Water World', Traditional Family Funfair and all the Entertainments and attractions that Butlins Minehead has to offer. The beautiful beach frontage is just outside the Butlins grounds and Minehead town is just a short walk away.

The Grand Depart, will set the mood for what the organisers promise to be an unforgettable weekend.

For more information please browse the rest of the site using the links above - please see details on how to enter here.

Outline of timings are as follows:

Saturday 27th October

1100 hrs - 1700 hrs All day depart village registration with bike shop and merchandise outlets with full bike mechanical checks.

Sunday 28th October

0530 hrs Registration area is open

0700 hrs First rider across the Start Line

0800 hrs Last rider across the start line

TBC hrs Feeding station one first cut off point for the 100 mile route

TBC hrs Feeding station two final cut off point for the 100 mile route

1330 hrs First riders expected in.

The 'Cut Off Points' are for the safety of the riders to ensure they are able to get back as safely as possible. These will be calculated for speed of the riders accordingly, the times will be listed in the event instructions which will be sent out prior to the event.

A vehicle will be following the last riders and can pick up anyone who is unable to complete the course. If your speed has slowed dramatically, an assessment will be made of your progress and if you are still some way from the finish, you will be asked to take advantage of the transport as we have to ensure there are no riders on the course after it gets dark.

There will be safety vehicles patrolling the route to assist any riders who have problems.

You are not to wear any head phones of any description.

Every step of the way you'll be fully supported. Mechanics and medics will be on hand, marshals will be there to help and there'll be snacks and refreshments to keep you going. Somerset are fully supportive of cycling events.

Medical

Medical cover will be in attendance throughout the event. Ambulances and First Aid Cover will be provided by The British Red Cross but please fulfill your own responsibilities by:

  • Informing the registration staff of any known medical conditions that may be relevant to your treatment in the event of an accident
  • Completing the medical information and the contact details template on the reverse of your race numbers