The Bike
Please note the new bike course. See the bikemap Familiarise yourself with the course beforehand if you can. Please do not drive the course on the day (including family and friends)
Particular attention is needed at
the following points:
The bike course is two laps, you pass the White Post roundabout 3 times:
White Post Roundabout - (1st time)
Take the 3rd turn, Towards Stratton-on-the-Fosse Mind other cyclists on
their 2nd lap or returning.
White Post Roundabout - (2nd time)
1st turn, mind the other cyclists going out!
White Post Roundabout - (3rd time)
Take 3rd turn towards Radstock and return as before.
Holcombe to Charlton Cross roads
Two narrow sections, ride with your head up and be careful when overtaking!
Radstock - Railway Inn
Sharp turn - Slow down!! Narrow decent. Watch out for crossing pedestrians!
Be prepared to stop at the bottom of the hill!
- Drafting or slip-streaming is not allowed.
- Competitors will be entirely responsible for the road worthiness of their bikes. It is advisable to take a puncture repair kit or spare tube and pump with you. No assistance apart from race officials is allowed.
- Although we provide marshalls to sign the way they are not allowed to direct or stop traffic, you are responsible for your own behaviour whilst on the road.
Make sure you are familiar with the BTA rules.
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Somer A.C.
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British Triathlon Association
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South Wansdyke Sports
Centre
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