The final information for this weekends race is now on the website here: http://stilettosonwheels.com/?page_id=759
If we have missed anything then just drop us an email to emma@stilettosonwheels.com
See you Saturday!
Follow the race live online
If you can’t make it over to Birchall this weekend but want to see how a friend is doing in the race you’ll be able to follow it live online.
Also handy if you’re out on course with your smartphone and want to see the current standings.
Live results will be here: http://results.racetectiming.com/default.aspx?CId=16269&RId=32
Entries on Race Day
Registration is now closed for this Saturday’s race. You can enter on Saturday morning with cash between 10:00am and 11:30am. Please try to bring the correct money for your registration fee. Thank you.
There are four different categories to enter. Riders must be aged 14 or above and riders ages 14-16 can compete in the 2hr race only.
Registration on the Day
- Solo 2 and 4 Hours £25 – £30
- Pairs 2 and 4 Hours £35 – £40
Cameras at the Ready
It’s always nice to get some pictures of race day so if you have people coming along to support you ask them to bring their camera to get some snaps.
If you take lots of pictures of riders and want to share them so people can see the funny faces they pull when they’re racing then let us know where you’ve posted them online and we’ll publish a list after the race.
Sports Massage at Birchall
Local sports masseur Mathew Thompson is coming along to Birchall on Saturday to offer pre and / or post race massages to all racers. They are £5 per massge and if you book in advance you get two for the price of one so you can get your legs all loosened up before hand and fixed up afterwards.
Check the picture below for all the info from Mathew:
Race Etiquette…
We know there are some riders this Saturday who are going to be doing their first ever mountain bike race. If that’s you and you’re wondering how to get past slower riders or whether to let someone pass here is a little guide to race etiquette.
6 Days Left to Pre Enter Birchall Race!
Pre entry for the Birchall race on 19th May will be closing next Wednesday 16th May to give our fabulous timing team from Race Timing Solutions a couple of days to prepare your timing chips and race numbers so that everything runs super smoothly on race day.
Entry will be available on the day and will cost more than the pre entry price so get your entries in ASAP to avoid the extra cost.
Pre enter here
Leyzne’s Amazing Prizes just arrived
Today we have received loads of amazing Leyzne products (Podium and Spot Prizes).
One more good reason to enter StilettosOnWheels 2012
Lezyne is “Engineered Design”.
They make essential bike accessories work better and look better though good ideas, quality materials and superior engineering.
Often voted the best in class, Lezyne products really make cycling more enjoyable.
Prizes for SOW include:
Micro Floor Drive pump £34.99: takes all the effort out of inflating any mountain bike tyre in a small and lightweight package that can be taken with you on any ride. Also ideal for travelling when baggage weight or size is at a premium. Comes with new Air Bleed System (ABS) flip chuck (the gold bit in the picture) that fits presta or Schrader valves and releases back pressure in the hose before you unwind the chuck, making it easier to use than other pumps , especially on tubeless valves with removable cores.
Tech Drive mini pump £24.99: great working pump with fluted style. CNC alloy barrel and shaft keeps the pump working great and lightweight. The “ABS Flex Hose” stores in the handle and screws securely to both valve types making inflation fast and easy. Comes with frame mounting bracket.
Seat Caddy Large £19.99: store all your essential tools, spare tubes and repair items in this secure and tough seat pack.
Win an outfit from Ana Nichoola
Win an outfit from Ana Nichoola and entry into the ride of your choice
This could be the perfect prize for all cyclists. One lucky reader is going to get to choose an outfit from Ana Nichoola’s summer collection and receive a free entry into one of three brilliant women’s cycling events. Click here to enter Choose from Ana Nichoola’s Cafe Range with an entry into Cycletta – with 40km women-only cycling events in Wiltshire, Cornwall, Warwickshire, Brighton, Cheshire or the New Forest supported by Olympic Gold Medallist Victoria Pendleton there’s bound to be one for you. For those who prefer mountain bikes pick from the Diva range and an entry to the Stillettos on Wheels event for all skill levels in either Birchall or Brighton. If it’s the road you’re after, pick from the Team Range with an entry into Velo Jam – an open track meet just for women, with three racing categories.
Birchall Course Preview Video
Here is a little video of the Birchall Course which was filmed the week after the Midlands XC series race there and an entire week of rain!
It’s an abridged version of the course shown mostly at double time. I have removed a few sections of up and along as many people are asking about the technical nature of the down. This video shows the harder lines, at a couple of places there will be an easier option. The course is 2.6miles and should take around 20-40minutes to complete one lap.
