Welcome to the first round of the 2025 Welsh Cycling Mountain Bike Cross Country Series. #WelshMTBXC

We are continuing to build the series following our successful return post covid. There are five rounds within the series, feauturing venues in the North, Mid and South Wales. 

Round 1: Sunday, 23rd March

Venue: OnePlanet Adventure, Llandegla.

Hosted by: Volunteers from Oneplanet Adventure Bike Club supported by Beicio Cymru.

PLEASE NOTE : As this date is early in the season, should the race need to be cancelled due to adverse weather (we hope not) then we are aiming to reschedule to the 18th May. (All entrants will be contacted by email if this is the case)

Races will be for U8's through to Adults, including Fun Categories for beginners/novices, this promises to be a fantatsic 1st round of the Welsh MTBXC Series 2025. 

Please see https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/scotland/mtb/article/scst-scottish-cycling-mtb-race-categories to find your race category. 

Welsh XC Series Rules 

To qualify for the overall series you must:

• Start 3 out of 5 Rounds
• Have volunteered or provided a volunteer at a minimum of 1 event of the series. 

https://volunteersignup.org/ALD3E

Gridding for round one will be at the official’s discretion but will consider athlete rankings and previous performances.

Gridding for round two onwards will be based on overall series performances, followed by athlete rankings and previous performances, at the officials discretion.

The series will be scored according to the following:

-         100 points for a win;

-         98 points for second;

-         96 points for third;

-         And so on, descending by two points to the last placed finisher.

In the event of a tie in the final series scores, the winner will be determined by the highest number of first place finishes, then the highest number of second place finishes, and so on.

Team Competition

This year we will be running a team competition! Open to all riders in the Under 14 and older categories for the title of Team Champions (Prize may or may not be given, it will be a surprise!)

The best four riders from each club will score. This will make the competition far more open rather than limiting it to the clubs with the best attendance. However, there is a small catch: For four riders to score, at least two must be female (and, for equal opportunities, at least two must be male/open category).

To be eligible someone from your team must also have volunteered at least one event in the series.

Race details

Oneplanet Adventure offers a range of trails, natural and tehnical sections. Where necessary there will be A and B lines, offering trickier sections for those that want it, and easier options for those that don't.

It promises to be a really exciting course. 

Cross Country Mountain Bike racing is off-road cycle racing which takes place in a variety of off-road venues. Mountain Bike racing is often held in parkland, woodland, and forestry sites. These venues are designed to include climbs, decent and other technical features.

Each race will involve racing around a taped out circuit for an agreed time period. Number of laps riden will be determined by the speed of each individual racer. 

Anyone can enter no matter what their age, ability or bike. Provided they have a helmet, and their bike is in good working order. There is a category for everyone and separate (age suitable) races for younger riders.

Round Podium/prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each category.

Race results will be shared by email and on the Welsh Cycling Mountain Bike XC Series facebook page after each race. 

Events are organised by volunteers from local cycling clubs with the support of Beicio Cymru. Taking place across Wales at weekends throughout March to July. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and included courses that are well-planned and safe.

Series events will follow British Cycling regulations.

Please note:

Timing chips must be returned along with your number board after the race. Failure to do so will incur a fee of £60 to replace the timing chip.

Parents of U8’s are NOT allowed to follow their children racing on the course and must remain at the side of the course or at the finish area.

Please enter online as soon as you are able to do so. This gives organisers an indication of numbers on the day. The organiser reserves the right to cancel race(s) if online enteries are too low to make the race viable.

Entry on the day may be available, but only if numbers permit, and will be offered at a inflated price. Don't take a chance enter online.

Closing date 23.55 Wednesday 19th March 2025. 

Info for Riders

Entry on the day will be possible at an additional cost of £5 per person.

The closing date for entries will be 23:55 on Wednesday, 19th March. 

Race Times

We will be doing our best to keep to the timetable below (Race durations will be confirmed by the commissaire on the day):

Practice for U8, U10 and U12 only (9.00 - 9:20)

• Race 1 U8 (9:30)
• Race 2 U10 (10:00)
• Race 3 U12 (10:30)

Practice for Women/Girls ONLY (11:00-11:20) / Mixed Practice (11:20-12:30)

Race 4 Youth, Juvenile, Women and Fun (12:45)

• 12:45 - Youth Open
• 12:46 - Juvenile Open
• 12:47 - Elite, Expert, Sport, Junior, Masters, Youth, Juvenile and Fun Female
• 12:48 - Fun Open

Race 5 Elite, Expert, Sport, Junior and Masters Open (15:00)

• 15:00 - Elite, Expert and Junior Open
• 15:01 - Sport Open
• 15:02 - Masters 40-49 Open
• 15:03 - Masters 50-59 Open
• 15:04 - Masters 60-69 and 70+ Open

Marshalls Required

These events are only possible through the willingness of hard working volunteers.

Specifically, we need Marshalls for every practice, and every race. They ensure that everyone can enjoy thier race, that the races to run on time and enable the races to run safely.

No prior training is required, briefings will be given to all volunteers. 

We would be very grateful if you,or a family member, would consider supporting the races to happen by volunteering for a small part of your day.

Please sign up here:

https://volunteersignup.org/ALD3E

(you can choose which race(s) you volunteer for) 

For everyone who volunteers we will provide FREE parking, refreshments and your name will be put into a raffle prize draw.

If you have any specific marshalling needs (eg mobility restrictions) or wish to discuss ways in which you can help in other ways please contact Mary by email: bikeclub@oneplanetadventure.com

Many Thanks 

The Oneplanet Adventure Bike Club