Entries for the HONC 2012 event, the Hell of the North Cotswolds “reliability trial”, are now open. And filling fast!
This ever popular classic cycling event promoted jointly by Winchcombe CC and Cheltenham & County CC will be held on Sunday 15th April 2012 starting from the picturesque Cotswold Town of Winchcombe with a mass start of riders at 9am.
2012 is the 28th year of the event. The first event in 1984 was the brainchild of the late Pat Smith and Tim Groom who had ridden the Paris-Roubaix sportif and wanted to bring the flavour of that event to the Cotswolds. The event has taken place in April each year except for two occasions.
In 1986 it was abandoned due to deep snow, making it impossible to travel and so it was postponed to September.Also, in 2001, when we had the outbreak of Foot and Mouth disease, a similar postponement also occurred. Last year the event attracted over 1100 riders.
Route
The event is aimed at experienced riders and there will be a 100Km route for the really keen riders and a 50Km route for those who know how tough the off-road Cotswold Hills can be! The routes will be signed with direction arrows throughout, supplemented by a printed map and will also be available as a digital Tracklogs GPS route.
The event will use a classic route consisting of tarmac roads and bridleways including everything from technical rocky single track to rutted possibly muddy tracks and will offer a challenge to all riders. Refreshments will be available at approximately half distance. All riders MUST wear a Helmet whilst participating in the event. Riders will be identified by a self adhesive number that will be affixed to the helmet. A limit of 1200 entrants will be accepted and all entries must be made in advance.
Entry
Riders over 18 years of age £15.00 pre-entry only. Youth Riders (under 18 years of age on 14/04/2012) £6.00 pre-entry only.
Enter now by heading to www.honc.org.uk
serge the seal of death says:
This is already full, was 45 minutes after opening.
David Arthur says:
Wow that was quick!
serge the seal of death says:
I have one of the last three places,. which is ironic as when i last did this three years ago i was number 0004
need to get some training in for the 100KM.
you should come along dave, I am sure that they could find you an extra place.
David Arthur says:
Hmm, maybe I will Serge
Alx says:
I managed to get an entry so I’ll see you there Serge, and maybe David if you’re along.
Tim - base phase says:
I bagged a place after 15 minutes with over 500 entries gone. My mate logged on half an hour later and missed out.
I’ll do it in the single speed tricoss just cos I like a challenge – maybe see you there!
gb901 says:
One would suspect that if they advertise it as being limited to 1200 participants then 1200 it is? So turning up on the days seems pointless?
Freddy says:
Hi,
Where can i find gps route to download?
Thanks