The organisers of the forthcoming ProCup MTB Grand Prix (19/20 August, Brickiln Farm, Hants) have been in touch to let us know that entries are filling up fast, so if you want to take part you’d best be quick.

By the looks of things, it’s certainly something that looks worth a go. The innovative format combines three races over the weekend. Saturday has the XC+, essentially a traditional XC race but with the added spice of an independently-timed 400m singletrack dash at the end, followed by a short-course team relay in the evening. Then there’s a meaty enduro on Sunday to get your teeth into.

The event will also feature such luxuries as showers and proper flushing toilets, plus an expo area and local band Eastwood to provide post-relay entertainment on Saturday evening. Camping is available on Friday and Saturday nights. You can enter as a team of four or individually – head to www.pro-cup.com for entry forms and further details.