It is with great pleasure that we welcome you back to the Hillingdon Cycle Circuit for this round of the National Youth Circuit Series hosted by Hillingdon Slipstreamers.
As a selected entrant for the Youth Series, your goal should be to race in the manner expected at National level. The outcome is important to you – but more so is the manner in HOW you achieve your result. Talent coaches from British Cycling shall be in attendance – they will be observing your conduct throughout the entire race – NOT just the last lap.
Therefore, please race with combativity as a priority. To help you achieve this, for each U14/U16 race there will be a Prime Lap every 20 minutes – a chance to win an additional cash prize. Talent Development Coaches will also be nominating a special Combativity Award to the worthiest participant in each race. This is to recognise true sporting prowess in our favourite sport!
As always: Race Smart. Race Hard. Race Safe. We all look forward to seeing you perform to your best in what has the potential for a very exciting day of racing!
Martin Dawson
Club Race Secretary & National Event Organiser
Chair welcome pending.
Happy racing!
Anthony Brassil
Club Chairman
Everything you need to know regarding your day will be outlined in great detail in the event programme we have produced for you. It’s going to be a busy day and the schedule is tight, so do make sure you are clear on timings for gear checks, sign on, and race starts – plan ahead, get organised the night before, and enjoy the day with lots of time to spare and no unnecessary stress and rushing about!
- Click here to download a PDF version of the programme. (Link shall be added once programme completed.)
- Click here to view the confirmed rider list (excluding reserves). (Link shall be added once list confirmed)
Hillingdon Cycle Circuit is located just off Springfield Road, near Minet Park in Hayes, West London – the post code is UB4 0LP. The circuit is located on the east side of the A312 Hayes Bypass at the A4020 “Ossie Garvin” roundabout, about one and a half miles north of Junction 3 of the M4. Click here for full location info and a precise Google Map to find us.
Parking within the facility is limited and restricted to a grass area behind the clubhouse (cars only). Entry and Exit will be managed to ensure a smooth traffic flow. Priority shall be given to the accommodation of Emergency Vehicles should they be needed.
The Minet Country Park at the end of Springfield Road is also available for use (hard standing).
PLEASE DO NOT park inside the entrance gate to the circuit (signposted Goals), or in the Goals car park, along the approach to the clubhouse, or along the verges near the gate entrance as this blocks access for emergency vehicles and Goals visitors.
NOTE: Height restriction barriers might be in place for early arrivals so please pay attention as you drive in. Larger vehicles and motor homes should park along Springfield Road.
PLEASE DO NOT park within the entrance gate to the circuit, or along the verges near the gate entrance as this blocks access for emergency vehicles and Goals visitors.
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Circuit Reccy...
FRIDAY: The cycle circuit is booked out by groups on Friday afternoon and evening. Please do not assume you are able to ride the course on Friday if you arrive early. We would suggest you ask permission first from the groups who are in session. Access will be at their discretion.
SATURDAY: Unfortunately, we will be setting up and getting ready from 7am and need access to the circuit at all times. Reccy rides will not be possible. If anything changes we will let you know.
Food Glorious Food!
There will be a pizza van and hot food van at the Circuit serving fresh food. Along with a coffee vendor for warm drinks. And as an extra treat in anticipation of the lovely weather, we have also organised an ice-cream van for the day!
Facilities
The circuit facilities will open at 8:00 am on Saturday 21st June with access to changing rooms and toilets inside the main Circuit Clubhouse.
Please note that there are only very limited changing facilities so you will need to come dressed to ride.
Please ensure you allow sufficient time prior to your race to park, register and warm up.
For your warm up, there is hard standing both near the Clubhouse and at the start/ finish line for using turbo trainers and rollers – please do not block the walkways or access to the clubhouse or track when using these.
Bins are located all over the circuit, so kindly use these or take your rubbish home with you – please help us keep the area litter free and safe from debris for everyone using it.
BC Rules & Regulations...
All races are run under the rules and regulations of British Cycling as per this link here.
Key points to ensure you abide by as noted in your event programme are:
- Rider safety and circuit etiquette
- Gear / Wheel rim depth restrictions
- Laps out
- Lapped riders
- And of course sign on and licence rules
BC Commissaires and Club Officials will be on duty all day, so if you have any queries or concerns do please talk to someone.
Sign On
Registration will be inside the Clubhouse after you have had your gears checked – there will be signs directing you to the friendly team who will help you sign on, take your race licence and hand you your race number and transponder. The last sign-on for the National U14 & U16 races is 30 minutes prior to the start time, and 15 minutes for U8/10 & U12 support races.
NO PHYSICAL LICENCE – NO RIDE. We will not accept photographs or online evidence of a licence.
Event racing licence rules will be strictly adhered to for the National races. You will need to produce a valid BC racing licence that displays an identifiable picture of the rider, is signed and completed with emergency contact info. Any extenuating circumstances are subject to the Chief Commissaire’s ruling, which is final.
On the day registration is available for U12 & U8/10 support races only, on a first come first served basis. You don’t need to be a British Cycling member to race in the support races; however, you will need a day licence which will be available at sign-on for £1.50.
Keep Your Valuables Safe...
As we will not have Police presence on site for the day, it is up to you to ensure you keep your valuables safe. The circuit is a through-way for the Minet Country Park and there is a lot of foot traffic back and forth. Keep your bikes(s) and all other equipment safe and secure at all times, don’t leave bags lying about open and unattended, and ensure you have not left items on your car seats or dashboard that will invite attention. Thieves do operate in the area so please be vigilant!
