Reivers Boreen 2011
Notes and Guidance for Participants
The event will be run over the weekend of the 18th and 19th June and will start from Hexham (The Wentworth Car Park) The car park is next to the Wentworth Leisure Centre and Waitrose.
The ride will leave at 09.30 sharp so riders will need to assemble by 09.00 for briefing by the ride leaders.
The ride will use minor roads in Northumberland, Durham and North Yorkshire. Road surfaces will vary so riders should come prepared for the worst. You know that gravel is always on the bend! The ride is not an off-road event but it will be challenging and is not suitable for novices and inexperienced riders. Daily mileage is in the region of 150 miles but may be adjusted depending on circumstances.
The cost includes dinner, bed and breakfast in shared accommodation on Saturday and Sunday nights as well as a.m. coffee and light lunches on both days. Once paid there can be no refunds irrespective of the reasons for cancellation.
While the organisers will help as far as possible they cannot accept responsibility for mechanical breakdown of any bikes. Riders will be responsible for their own machines and in the event of puncture or breakdown will need to have their own rescue arrangements in place.
The Drop Off System will be used throughout the event. If you require an explanation of the system please contact Peter Cullen. A further explanation of the system will be made at the briefing on the 18th and the leaders and back-markers identified. Safe overtaking of other riders is permitted. Riders are asked to keep strictly to the system. It works. After any stop the leader will signal recommencement of the ride.
Do ride comfortably at your own pace and keep a reasonable distance between you and the person in front. Please be aware of other road users especially horse riders and animals. If in doubt, and it is safe to do so, stop.
Further information on contacts and locations will be given on the 18th. If you have any queries please contact:
Peter Cullen 01434-674295 or peter.cullen@tiscali.co.uk
Accommodation in and around Hexham can be found here:
http://www.bedandbreakfastsearcher.co.uk/Northumberland/Hexham.asp
HAVE FUN.
Please note: the BMW Club, Northeast Section, cannot accept responsibility for injury, loss or damage suffered by participants. Riders and pillions should ensure they are properly insured for participating in this event.