The Merida Brass Monkeys is a new enduro event over three dates this winter with a choice of 1, 2 and 4-hour categories. The next round, labelled the ‘New Year Hangover’ takes place this weekend (31 January) at Parkhurst Hill, Fleet, Hampshire.

Here’s an update from the organisers:

“Expect longer climbs on good firm tracks and with the benefit of all that ascending there is great payback in the form of fun descents such as Bunker Buster, Staircase, Off the Brakes, Slash & Shake, plus lots more.

“The lap is around 7 miles long and should remain so, as generally the area drains well due to its sandy content but naturally there will be standing water and some sloppy sections – it is winter after all.

We highly recommend you ensure your brake pads are in good order as they’ll definitely “be needed on some descents, and we know what happened to them at round 1.

“Riders who want to be in with a chance of a winning a series top 3 prize must have already scored points in rounds 1 and 2, and will also need to at round 3.  This rewards the most consistent overall riders. Race prize presentations and the overall series presentations will be held as soon as possible after the main contenders have completed their races.

“Don’t forget there will be no entry on the day, and online entry will close at 12pm on Friday 29 January. Places are still available now but will likely reach the limit soon, so hurry up and enter if you want to take part.”

More info and online entry at www.meridabrassmonkeys.com/round3.html