North Devon Coast and Country Chronicle: British National 4X Bike Championships

Monday, 6 August 2012

SOUTHWEST EXTREME NEWS - THE BRITISH NATIONAL 4X - BIKE EVENT THIS WEEKEND/

The British National 4X Bike event is heading to South West Extreme Bike Park in Abbotsham, Bideford (across the road from the BIG Sheep) on Saturday 11th and Sunday 12th August for round 5 and 6 of the 7 round competition.

WEEKEND TIMETABLE
Saturday 11th August - Schwalbe British 4X Series Round 5:

10.00am Open Practice
11.00am Gate Practice - Fun, Big Fun, Juvenile, Youth, Master, Veteran, Girls
11.30am Gate Practice - Junior, Senior & Pro Elite
12.00 Midday Track Closed Lunch.
12.30pm Racing starts - 3 Moto Format
1/8 Finals
1/4 Finals
Semi Finals
Finals
4.30pm Presentations

Sunday 12th August - Schwalbe British 4X Series Round 6:

09.00am Open Practice
10.00am Gate Practice - Fun, Big Fun, Juvenile, Youth, Master, Veteran, Girls
10.30am Gate Practice - Junior, Senior & Pro Elite
11.00 Midday Track Closed Lunch.
12.00pm Racing starts - 3 Moto Format
1/8 Finals
1/4 Finals
Semi Finals
Finals
4.30pm Presentations

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Friday, 20 August 2010

Championship weekend at South West Extreme

North Devon's South West Extreme Centre was the stunning venue for the blue ribbon mountain bike event “The National Championships”. The two day event saw round five of the National 4x Series (NPS) and the UK's top riders including previous National Champions and professional riders Will Longden and Scott Beaumont were among those who competed. The course was built by International rider, Will Evans. This superb location, set on high ground above The Big Sheep at Abbotsham with panoramic views of Abbotsham Village, Greencliffe and the Kenwith Valley was ideal for spectators who were able to watch the non-stop downhill racing from the start to the finish line. The riders reached speeds of up to 35mph and tackled obstacles such as; double and table tops jumps, a rocks garden, logs, steps, and both flat and burned (banked corners). The track also features a 'Pro-line' on the final straight, with three HUGE 8-10m gaped jumps. An estimated 200 riders raced on the Sunday for the National title in there respective category; Jeuvenile, Youth, Junior, Masters, Vetrians and the Main/ Pro event Senior. A misty morning gave way to glorious sunshine which added to the friendly family occasion, it was Free entry for spectators and the High Ropes centre and climbing wall provided additional thrills and a more lofty view of the event. In between races, local caterers, Priors Fryers served up much needed refreshments including delicious chips, bacon rolls and burgers.