dartmoorCLASSIC 2023 Ride CYCLE SPORTIVE Owner’s Manual

CYCLE SPORTIVE 2023
Ride Manual

WELCOME

Welcome and thank you for entering the Dartmoor Classic Sportive 2023 which is scheduled to take place on Saturday 1st to Sunday 2nd July.
Please take your time to read through this document before you travel to ensure you fully understand the format of the event and the terms and conditions under which you agree to participate.
There is always an element of risk when participating n cycling events.
This document provides the necessary information to minimise those risks and ensure you get the most out of your time with us.
Have a great ride …
…. and there’s something special for you at the end.

PREPERATION

The Dartmoor Classic is an endurance-based cycling challenge. You should have been training to ensure you have the appropriate Level of fitness to complete your chosen route. At this stage you should be confident you can complete the distance in the time available.
Check your bike is roadworthy and in good mechanical condition. We recommend you have t serviced by a reputable Bicycle Mechanic.
Tri Bars & Aero Bars are NOT permitted – They are not suitable or safe for group riding. Please remove them before attending or use a different bike.
Whilst the routes are signed and marshalled, we advise that you familiarise yourself with the course and download your chosen route to your bike computer or mobile phone. The routes are available on our website. If you are using your mobile phone, we recommend the RideWithGPS App. This s free to down­ load and allows you to easily save the route from our website.

• In the 48 hours prior to the event, you should prepare so that you arrive refreshed and relaxed.
• Eat high carbohydrate meals (Pasta, Rice, Potatoes etc.)
• Drink plenty of fluids and avoid alcohol to ensure good hydration Levels.
• Pack your kit and plan your travel
• Check the Princetown weather forecast when deciding what clothing to wear Cycle helmets are compulsory – No Helmet= No Ride!
• Don’t forget your cycling shoes!
• Bring Lights in case of mist or poor visibility on Dartmoor.
• Cycle Repair Kit (2 x inner tubes, 2 x tyre Lever, Cycle Pump or Co2 lnflator, Multi-Tool)
• Remember to bring two Large water bottles – staying hydrated is mportant!
• Drink & Energy Snacks to sustain you from the start to the first Feed Station.
• Allow plenty of time for travel – Do not end up stressed with a Last-minute rush
• Plan to have a good breakfast at least 1 hour before you start your ride.

EVENT VILLAGE

Opening Times
AttractionsThe Event Village is located at Newton Abbot Racecourse, Newton Road, Newton Abbot, Devon. TQ12 3AF
Saturday 1st July 2023 – 12:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs
Sunday 2nd July 2023 – 10:00 hrs to 17:00 hrs
There will be sponsor and exhibitor stands with heavily discounted cycling kit.
Make sure you visit the EKOI stand to pick up an amazing bargain and your FREE draw ticket for a chance to win a pair of new cycle shades, new helmet or EKOI cap!
Ekoi are also offering you a special voucher of £10 to discover more EKOI products on their website www.ekoi.com
(based on a minimum spend of £60). CODE: OTMCLCO0723
Code valid from 25/06/2023 to 09/07/2023
Certini and Saddleback will also have more than enough offers to exercise your credit card.
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There will be a play area and bouncy castle for the children. And, if they’re good an ice cream from the van and a coffee for yourselves from 1 of our coffee stands, along with a licensed bar and your chance to sample the Dartmoor Classic Gin at the Papillon stand or quench your thirst with a Jail Ale as a reminder of your cycle through the Dartmoor Brewery at Princetown.
Papillon Dartmoor Distillery based in Moretonhampstead, have distilled a special edition gin for the Dartmoor Classic. A classic style juniper-led gin with a cycling twist of dates, cacao, oat, almonds and orange. £5 from every bottle helps support regional cycling, Dartmoor National Park and local good causes. The true spirit of The Dartmoor Classic.
Papillon are offering a £5 discount on a pre-ordered bottle of Dartmoor Classic Gin to all registered riders of this year’s event. Please use the code DCRIDEROFFER when ordering on their website www.papillongin.co.uk. All pre-orders must be picked up from the Papillon Gin stand at the event village. Bottles will not be shipped.
And in addition, for the Sunday there will be a Sports Massage Clinic on site providing well-earned post-ride massage. The Clinics skilled team will be ready to provide skilled sports massage, kinesiology taping, and tailored injury advice, to help with any aches and pains but above all to support your recovery.
BIG Prize Draw
Our close friends, Dartmoor Search & Rescue Team (Ashburton) will be running the BIG Dartmoor Classic Prize Draw to raise fund for their amazing work saving lives on Dartmoor.
Kindly donated by Certini Specialized Store, this year’s star prize is a £2000 gift voucher! One lucky winner will be able to spend their £2000 either online or in one of the Certini stores. They have some seriously impressive kit so plenty to choose from. www.certini.co.uk
And, for second prize (can’t believe this is a second prize !) a £1000 voucher off the cost of a summer week staying at Mountain Chalet ~ Alpe d’Huez. The chalet in question is a 14 bed (7 bedrooms ! ) cycle specialist chalet, equipped with Hot Tub, Sauna, full UK Sky TV, WiFi, en-suite bedrooms, located in Alpe d’Huez the road cycling mecca. The chalet is on the lower edge of Alpe d’Huez, its always on TV each year the Criterium or Tour de France is in town. Take a look here www.mountainchalet.co.uk
There are also other prizes.
3rd place – EKO! Helmet
4th prize – EKOI Shades
5th Prize – DC Castellli 2023 Jersey !
Tickets will be available at the Event Village only.

Dartmoor Classic Castelli 2023 Jersey

If you ordered a Dartmoor Classic Cycle Jersey you will be able to collect it from the Event HQ marquee at any time during the day, before or after your ride.
There is a very small number of surplus jerseys that will be sold on a first- come, first-served basis.
These will only be available on Sunday post-ride in the Recovery Zone.

REGISTRATION

Opening Times The Registration Hallis located in the maia conference centre at Newton Abbot Racecourse, TO12 JAP
Saturday 1st July – 12:30 hrs to 17:30 hrs
Automatic FREE Prize Draw entry when you register on Saturday — win an EKOI helmet, shades orcaps.
Last minute registration Sunday 2nc July – 05:30 ars te 07:30 hrs
Ride Packs are NOT posted out for this 2023 event.
Participants must attend the weg stration Hallin person to sign-on and collect their pack.
Main registration is on the Saturday afternoon. [his really Helos us and gives you a much more relaxed start, rather than rushing around early on the Sunday morning.

• You must sign-on in person.
• Third party sign-on is NOT permitted – No exceptions!
• Make sure you have Photo ID with vou as proof of identity.
• Please report to the correct desk for your route GRANDE, MEDIO, or PICCOLO.
• Sign the official start sheet, next to your name.
• By signing you agree to abide by the regulations and acknowledge that you participate at your own risk

You will then be given your personal fide Pack’ containing:

• Bike Number (Tix to handlebars of bike with cable ties provided)
• 2x Caple Tes
• Jersey Number (fix to rear of cycle Jersey using pins provided)
• 4 x Safety Pins
• Disposable Timing Chip (Stick to Outside Left of Helmet).

Your Rider Number
Your Rider Number is key to your Identity in the event of an emergency. Please make sure both Jersey and Handle bar numbers are clearly displayed at all times.
Your Rider Number is also your proof of entry and is required for access to the Feed Stations, closed road hill climb, and event photos.
Fix your Jersey Number to the rear of your cycle jersey using pins provided.
Bike Number needs to be fixed to handlebars of your bike with the two cable ties provided.
Disposable Timing Chip
You will receive a small, disposable timing chip in your Ride Pack. The chip must be attached to the OUT- SIDE LEFT of your helmet. Do NOT attach your chip on top of an older chip, on any metallic or shiny logo, or on Scotch-Lite reflective material – these will impede the RFID chip timing signal.
The chips have a special glue that will not cause any damage to your helmet. They can easily be peeled off and thrown away after you finish. Correct placement of the chip is essential to determine your official finish time. Your Electronic Chip will automatically record the time that you pass through each of the Control Points on the course.

EVENT PARKING

Saturday
There is ample FREE parking at Newton Abbot Racecourse.
Please follow the instructions of the Parking Marshals who will get you into the venue and parked up as quickly as possible.
Sunday
Whilst there is ample parking for everyone at Newton Abbot Racecourse, long delays accessing and departing the site are unavoidable.
There are a number of alternative car parks available close to the racecourse and these are FREE on Sundays (see map on following page).
Participants arriving by bike will be directed straight into the ‘start lane’
Dropping Riders Off
It is IMPORTANT to note that between 05:30 hrs and 09:30 hrs we will only permit vehicles to enter the racecourse. If you are being dropped off, please make sure this is done away from the racecourse entrances. Once a vehicle enters the racecourse they will not be able to leave until all riders have departed (09:30 hrs).

PARKING

THE START

Riders are not allocated individual start-times. Each route has a start- window.

• GRANDE riders are required to start between 06:30 hrs and 08:00 hrs
• MEDIO riders are required to start between 07:30 hrs and 08:30 hrs
• PICCOLO riders are required to start between 08:00 hrs and 09:00 hrs.

When you are ready and prepared for your ride, make your way to the Start- Lane. If riding with friends or family, pre-arrange a meet point and then present yourselves together at the start-lane.
Please do not enter the start-lane early. We need to enable those on the longer routes to make an earlier start so there is sufficient time for them to complete the course.
As you reach the front of the start-lane you will be assigned to a start-group of riders witha Lead-Vehicle.
The first part of your ride is neutralised and is NOT included in your medal time. You must remain behind your Ride Ambassador or Lead Vehicle. They will guide you out of the built-up area to the Timing Tower.
Once you have cycled passed the Timing Tower you will be able to continue at your own pace.

• ALL riders MUST start before 09:00 hrs (unless delayed by the organisers for safety reasons)
• Each group will receive a rider safety briefing.
• You will depart under escort.
• You MUST remain behind the lead vehicle until you reach the Timing Tower.
• Your official medal time will not start unless you pass the timing point at this location.
• Once you have passed the Timing Point the clock continues ticking until you return.
• The Start / Finish timing location will be clearly marked by the same Tower.

ON THE ROAD

• THIS EVENT IS NOTA RACE. You MUST comply with the Law & Highway Code at all times.
• This is NOT a fully closed road event — cycle responsibly — share the road.
• DO NOT get drawn into any arguments please refer any complaints to the organisers.
• Cycle helmets (compliant with EN1078) are compulsory in this event. No Helmet = No Ride!
• There are traffic lights on the course. DO NOT contravene them.
• Take care around horses. Talk (not shout) to gain the riders attention and not startle the horse.
• BEWARE OF POTHOLES – There are a lot on the course this year – Watch for signs and take care
• If riding in a group never ride more than 2 abreast. Single out on narrow or busy roads.
• Moorland animals frequently wander into the road, take extra care on unfenced roads.
• The route is signed and marshalled but the onus of remaining on-course rests with you, the rider.
• Make sure you pace yourself So you can complete your ride.
• If you encounter someone in trouble, offer help and/or tell a marshal.
• Ensure you carry enough food and drink to refuel in-between the feed stations.
• Please DO NOT drop litter – Take it home or leave it with a marshal.
• Donot use a mobile phone while riding. Stop in a safe place if you need to make or receive a call.
• You MUST NOT wear earphones whilst cycling in this event.
• Oncattle grids, keep your bike upright, in a straight line, and do not brake whilst on them!

Any anti-social behaviour reported to the organisers, (such as: dropping litter, urinating in public, failing to obey traffic laws, or careless cycling), will result in the offender being withdrawn from the event anda ban on participating in any future Mid-Devon CC events.

EVENT TIMING

Your Electronic Timing Chip (page 9) will automatically register the time that you pass through each of the Control Points on the course. These will be set up at the following locations:
Grande Timing

• Timing Tower on Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time starts here)
• Hill Climb Section
• Lydford
• Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time ends here)

Riders who do not register at the Lydford Control Point will default to the Medio Route.

• Timing Tower on Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time starts here)
• Hill Climb Section
• Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time ends here)

Medio Timing
Riders who do not register at the Hill Climb Control Point will default to the Piccolo Route.

• Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time starts here)
• Clay Pits Way – Kingsteignton (Official medal time ends here)

Piccolo Timing
Timing is automatic and does not stop at feedstations
The first 2 miles from Newton Abbot Racecourse to the Clay Pits Way Control Point is neutralised. You will be escorted in your start group and you must not overtake the lead vehicle. Use this time to warm up your legs.
Your official ride time is taken from the moment you pass the Clay Pits Way Timing Tower until you return through the same point at the end of your ride.
The clock does NOT stop at the Feed Stations.
Your official time will differ from your Garmin Computer unless you have switched off all the ‘auto-pause’ functions.
The route from Clay Pits Way Timing Tower back to Newton Abbot Racecourse in NOT timed. Use this final 2.4 mile section to gradually warm down your legs, knowing your medal time has been secured.
Grande cut-off time
At 11:00 hrs the Grande Route option will be closed. Any rider failing to reach Rundlestone by 11:00 hrs will be diverted onto the Medio route.
This is necessary to ensure the event can be closed on time.
Route Switching
If you would like to switch to a different route from the one you have entered, please advise the registration staff when you collect your Ride Pack. IF YOU ARE OUT ON THE COURSE and want to swap route, the automatic timing will pick-up that you have not gone through a timing point and adjust your route selection.
Event Timing will close at 17:30 hrs prompt – if you finish after this time you will not have an official finish time recorded. Riders should aim to finish before 17:00 hrs.

CLOSED ROAD HILL CLIMB

Medio & Grande routes only – This is just after the Piccolo Route Split Point.
This is the only closed road section of the Dartmoor Classic.
Kindly supported by EKOI this years Hill Climb section has some amazing prizes for those riders blessed with the ability of getting up those Dartmoor hills in the quickest time.
There will be KoM and QoM prizes for the fastest male and female of each age catagory on this climb.
These include, EKOI Helmets, EKOI Cycling Glasses and EKOI Caps!
The Closed Road Section is on Beckaford Hill. The exact start and finish will be flagged on the day.And for the overall KOM and QOM there’s a bottle the Dartmoor Classic Gin kindly donated by Papillon Gin.

FEED STATIONS

There will be a selection of sweet and savoury foods in addition to Energy Gels and Drink. There will also be fresh drinking water available.
Grande Feedstations
Princetown (Food & Drink) – 34 miles
Lydford (Drink Only) – 63 miles
Princetown (Food & Drink) – 73 miles
Medio Feedstation
Princetown (Food & Drink) – 34 miles
Piccolo Feedstation
Moretonhampstead (Food & Drink) – 19 miles
Our nutrition partner this year is HighS who will be supplying their drink tablets & energy bars. Please only take the provisions you require to complete your ride. Please don’t take more than your fair share.
Sweet and savory food is supplied by Country Kitchen of Torquay.
Food Allergies & Special Diets
There will be vegetarian and gluten free options available. However, we are unable to guarantee we will have suitable nutrition for those with food allergies or those on specific diets. If you have concerns, please bring along your own food to the Event HQ and we will arrange to have this transported to the Feed Station for you. TOILETS
There are plenty of toilets provided at the Racecourse and at the Feed Stations.
Please refrain from answering calls of nature close to the public highway or anywhere it would offend others.
There are also a number of public toilets, on or very close to the routes (Kingsteignton, Bovey Tracey, Haytor, Venford, Princetown, Horrabridge, Tavistock, Lydford, Brentor, Postbridge and Moretonhampstead.

EVENT SUPPORT

Please store these numbers in your mobile phone so that you have them with you should you require assistance:
Medical Assistance: 073 777 25230
Event Support: 07375 117 140
Please use these numbers to call the Event Support or Medical Team who will then deploy the necessary resources to assist you. You can also ask for assistance from any of the route marshals, motorcycle out-riders or mobile support vehicles.
Emergency Location
To get resources to you quickly, we will need to know your location. Many of the junctions will have specific names recorded on the Sign Post.
If you have a Bike Computer, this will show you how far you have cycled. If we know your route, and distance cycled we can calculate your location.
If you have a smartphone, the Map App will show you your location. You can also download the ‘What 3 Words’ App which will give you your precise location in a word format that is recognized by the emergency services.
Medical Emergency
If it is clear that a person requires hospital treatment, please call 999 FIRST, once you have an ambulance on-route, then contact the event support team.
We have paramedics and ambulances strategically placed around the course. We will get the closest resource to you as quickly as we are able.
Mechanical Support
If you find you are unable to affect your own repair, contact the event support number and we will get one of the event mechanics to you as soon as we can.
Recovery Bus
A Recovery Service will operate from Princetown to take retiring riders and their bikes back to the Event Village. This service will be available between 11:00 hrs and 17:00 hrs.

FINISH PROCEDURE

• When you pass the Timing Control Tower on Clay Pits Way your official medal time will stop. You will receive a text message with your official time and medal standard.
• Follow the official route back to Newton Abbot Racecourse. Use this last 2.4 miles to gradually warm down your legs.
•  Immediately after you have finished, place your bike in the Bike Racks or return it to your vehicle.
• You will not be permitted to take your bike into the main public area of the Event Village.
• Go to the check-in marquee (you will need to know your rider number)
• Show the Check-In Staff your Results Text Message or provide your Rider Number
• The Check-In Staff will award you your Medal and Reward Tokens
• Use your Reward Tokens at the Event Village to receive your Goody Bag & T-Shirt unless you opted for the planting of a tree

Results will be available live online – including a free downloadable certificate.
Relax and enjoy time at the Event Village – fun for all the family!
If you are unable to complete the ride for any reason, please advise an event official, so that we know you have returned safely from the course. You will still be able to collect your t-shirt & goody bag.
*Thanks to those riders who opted for tree planting nearly 400 trees will be planted.

MEDAL STANDARDS

The Piccolo route is intended to be a relaxed and non-competitive rice. It is designed to encourage more people to take up cycling as a healthy lifestyle. There are no age category standards associated with this ride, everyone will receive a finishers medal. Your official ride time is still recorded and will be published in the live -online results. You will also be able to download your personalised finishers certificate from the results website.

SPONSORS & PARTNERS

Thank you to all our volunteers, sponsors and partners!
Without you this event would not exist as one of the UKs most popular sportives.Thank you to you, our participants who have comitted to joining us for the 2023 Dartmoor Classic, helping cyclists and charities. And, for your generous donations to our main charity this year, AIMS a fantastic group that provides activity sessions every Saturday in Dawlish for children with Special Needs and their families.
www.aimsfamilies.org
End of the journey ? Over the years we’ve come to know a lot of you and enjoy seeing you each year. Without you we wouldn’t have an event, let alone a great sportive ride with a happy, friendly and encouraging atmosphere generously supporting local cycling and charities.
It’s for that reason our 2024 sign-up opens on Saturday 1st July with a discount code just 4 you, our 2023 riders.
The discount cade will give you over 40% off your entry for 2024, so an amazing price of £40 per entry.
Your discount code is Z024DCis4ME
The code will only work from Saturday Ist July to Sunday 30th July.
REMEMBER. If you’re not sure or you are worried about committing you can take out the cancellation insurance when booking.

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