EVENT GUIDE

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CONTENTS Essential Information 4Travel Information & Accommodation 5Event Day Information 6At The Start 7When you Finish 8On The Course 9Course Map 10Energy & Hydration; 12Rider Support;Course Specific Information

THE GREAT DONINGTON CYCLETaking place on Sunday 26 June, is a unique cycle event on the famous Donington Park Race Track, where you’ll have an hour to blast around the track as many times as you can.Good luck with your training, we’re looking forward to seeing you on the start line!

Best wishes,

GREAT DONINGTON CYCLE TEAM

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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTSThe organisers of the Great Donington Cycle would like to thank the following organisations for their help and support in staging the event:

The Sun, PUMA, Aqua Pura, Lucozade Sport, Pure Gym, Nottingham Post, Derby Telegraph, Leicester Mercury, Athletics Weekly, GEM 106 Radio, Castle Donington FC, East Midlands Girl Guides and the Bike Shop - Leisure Lakes Bikes.

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATIONPlease check that the two ride numbers in this pack are the same as your ride number found on the front page of your cover letter. If they are different please email the event organisers at info@greatrun.org.

YOUR EVENT PACK INCLUDES1. Great Donington Cycle official numbers (handlebar & body)Your name and address are pre-printed on the reverse of the number but please make sure that you complete the rest of your personal details.

You must attach the body number to the front of your cycle top and you must attach the handlebar number onto your handlebars so that both can be clearly read by someone in front of you. As your handlebar number incorporates your timing chip DO NOT BEND IT.

2. Timing chip - this is incorporated onto your handlebar number and is not a separate item. Although the Great Donington Cycle is not a race we are providing timing services so you can see your ride time at the end of your event which will be available online.

3. Baggage label - Before you arrive at the event ensure that you fill in the details on the reverse of the tear-off baggage label that is attached to your number. Securely attach the tag to your bag.

You will be asked to show your number before accessing the baggage facility – no number no access. You will be asked to show your number again when leaving the baggage compound.

Your number and timing chip is exclusive to you and you alone. DO NOT exchange it with any other participant. It provides the following three functions:

1) Overall distance covered in an hour2) Elevation gain3) Average speed (lap splits and total)

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TRAVEL INFORMATION FROM NORTH (M1/A50)Leave the M1 at junction 24, then at the roundabout take the 4th exit onto the A453 (signposted Tamworth, Birmingham). At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A453 (signposted East Midlands Airport, Diseworth, Donington Park).

Go past the Donington Park Service Area (MOTO). At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A453. At the next roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A453, go past the Airport, then straight on at the traffic lights (signposted for Donington Park Paddock Entrance), take the first right onto Melbourne Lane and then the Donington Park entrance is half a mile on your right.

FROM SOUTH (M1/M42/A42)Leave the M1 at junction 23a, then merge onto the A42 (signposted Stoke A50). At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A453 (signposted East Midlands Airport, Diseworth, Donington Park). Go past Donington Park Service Area (MOTO). At roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A453.

At next roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A453. At next roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A453, go past the Airport, then straight on at the traffic lights (signposted for Donington Park Paddock Entrance), take the first right onto Melbourne Lane and then the Donington Park entrance is half a mile on your right.

For those arriving via the A42, follow signs onto the A453 at Tongue. Sat Nav Postcode DE74 2RP.

For more travel information please visit: donington-park.co.uk/contact/find-us/

INFORMATION POINTIf you entered after 10am on Thursday 16 June you will need to collect your cycle pack on the morning of the event. To collect your pack on the day please visit our customer services team who will be based in the branded marquee on the event site, which will be open from 07:00.

ACCOMODATIONIf you are making a weekend of it in the East Midlands there are a number of hotels nearby at the airport, as well as a number of B&B’s in the local town of Castle Donington.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATIONPlease note that any problems with your ride entry, ride number or electronic timing chip must be resolved at least 30 minutes before your chosen ride distance starts. If you do encounter a problem we strongly advise that you contact us in advance of event day at info@greatrun.org where we can solve any issues.

BAGGAGE DROPWe advise you to arrive ready as we are unable to provide changing facilities at the event venue. We strongly recommend that you leave any baggage with families and friends or locked out of sight in your vehicle. If you do have baggage that can’t be left with someone then there is a facility available within a baggage store located in the event site. Please attach the baggage label to your bag and hand over to the staff at the Baggage Store. It opens on event day at 07:00 and will close at 16:00.

EVENT DAY INFORMATION

Please note that the above times are correct at the time of print. If there are any significant changes you will be sent an email before the event. No start time will be brought forward to a time earlier than those indicated above.

TIMETABLE - SUNDAY 26 JUNE

07:00 Assembly area, information point and baggage area opens07:40 Cycle assembly area opens08:00 START of the Great Donington Cycle09:00 END of the Great Donington Cycle09:40 10 mile assembly area opens09:50 10 mile warm-up starts10:00 START of the Great Donington Run 10 mile12:40 10k & 5k assembly area opens12:50 10k & 5k warm-up starts13:00 START of the Great Donington Run 10km & 5km14:40 Family Mile assembly area opens14:50 Family Mile warm-up starts15:00 START of the Great Donington Family Mile16:00 Event closes

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AT THE STARTASSEMBLY INFORMATIONAs you already have your numbers and timing chip there is no need to register on arrival. You can simply enjoy the facilities and entertainment but please ensure that you get to the assembly area at the designated time for your ride. The commentator will give regular time checks before the start.

The start line and assembly areas are located close to the event village and will be signposted. This is also where you will find our customer services team in the Great Run branded marquee.

TOILETSToilet facilities will be available at the start and finish areas, near to the event village. Look out for signage directing you.

MISSING PERSON’S POINTThere will be a missing person’s point located within the event village (next to the information point). In the event that you come across a missing person, please contact the nearest event steward, official or police officer.

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WHEN YOU FINISHWhen you cross the finish line please don’t just stop! Follow the marshals’ directions to move away and leave space for following riders to finish. You will be directed into the finish zone where you will be given your Finisher’s Pack and bottle of water.

CHIP COLLECTIONAs your chip is integral on your bike number and is disposable you have no need to remove it but can simply place your number in any of the waste bins provided.

FINISHERS’ PACKSFinishers’ Packs will include your exclusive event t-shirt and medal, a bottle of Aqua Pura water and other items to help you recover. Please take the Finisher’s Pack that corresponds to the t-shirt size you requested when you entered.

MEETING FRIENDS & FAMILYFamily and friends will be able to watch you finish next to the event village, please remember that not everyone can stand at the finish line. They must stay off the circuit and not jump across the barriers.

REFRESHMENTSFood and drink will be available at the on-site café and the additional catering units.

RIDE RESULTSYour official ride results will be available online at greatrun.org/results in the days following the event.

OFFICIAL PHOTOGRAPHSOur official photographers will be there to capture all of the action. Visit greatrun.org/photos to find your image in the days following the event.

FIND US ON FACEBOOK & TWITTERJoin the online conversation on our Twitter and Facebook pages where other participants in the Great Donington Run and Great Donington Cycle are chatting about the upcoming events. Don’t forget to share your event day pics with us by tagging them with #GreatDoningtonRun.

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ON THE COURSERIDER BEHAVIOURWe naturally want you all to have an enjoyable and safe ride. We have a fully closed road circuit to greatly assist in this, however there are still a number of things you should be aware of:

• You must wear a bicycle helmet (Snell, ANSI or CE approved).

• Be aware of others around you and do not take any sudden actions without warning.

• Marshals and other officials are there to help direct you and support you if you get

into difficulty.

• Act responsibly at all times.

• Wear your event number on your front until you have completed the ride.

• Follow the official route.

• We strongly advise you use a bell to warn others of your presence. Carry a spare

inner tube, tyre levers and pump and know how to repair a puncture.

• Get your bike serviced before the event day.

• Carry a drink and energy food.

• If you are worried about your health, please check with your doctor prior to this

event.

• Don’t forget a waterproof but also your sun block.

• Bring sufficient layers of clothing with you – bright coloured visible clothing to boost awareness is always a good idea.

• Don’t be embarrassed at stopping during the ride to push your bike.

• The Great Doningtonr Cycle is a ride not a race – don’t take undue risks as there are no rewards for finishing first!

• No stopping without warning.

• Don’t race for narrowing gaps.

• Be aware of others around you – look before you move.

• Warn others of a pothole or obstruction by pointing to it or wave your hand.

• Do not drop litter on the course – use the bins provided at the feed station and finish.

• Be aware of and obey signage around the course.

• Follow the marshals and event staff instructions.

• If it is wet, take extra care when turning corners.

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Stakey’s Bridge

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Stakey’s Bridge

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ENERGY & HYDRATIONKeep your energy and hydration levels high.

• There are limited provisions available to riders at the start, but we ask that you bring your own water/nutrition with you to ensure you are kept hydrated while out on the course.

• You will be able to collect water at the end of your ride as you go through the finisher’s system.

• Please do not discard litter on the circuit as this becomes a hazard, is unsightly and is illegal.

RIDER SUPPORTWe will have a ride support operation in place to assist you if you are unfortunate enough to have a problem. Firstly, there will be mechanic posts at the event village if you need a final check or have forgotten to bring spare inner tubes. Allow plenty of time to callin and see them as this may get busy, especially just before each start. The course will be patrolled by cycling mechanics,roving marshals and motorcycle marshals, who will all be clearly identified. If you need assistance on the route, wave to get their attention or go to see one of the static marshals.

You can also call the ride support number – 0758300798 (please note, this number will ONLY be available on event day).This number is also printed on the rear of your ride number. There will be a charge for parts so please try and ensure your bike is well maintained or recently serviced. It helps if you can identify your exact location when making the call so look around for street names, mile markers and notable buildings.

The support control will then direct the closest support crew to come to you (a bit like a motorway breakdown service). If you/your bike cannot continue then we will arrangefor a support vehicle to come and meet you to collect you and your bike. Please note that there may be a slight delay in the vehicle reaching you depending on how busy the route is at the time.

COURSE SPECIFIC INFORMATIONYou may not be used to riding in large groups. Here are some key tips to help your safety and that of those around you:

• The event starts at 08:00 and a finish hooter will sound at 09:00 and all riders will be directed to the finish line. However, if you have already started a lap before the hooter sounds, you will be allowed to finish that lap.

• Don’t make any sudden movements or stop without giving warning and looking (e.g. raise your arm if you need to stop).

• When riding close behind someone keep an eye ahead of them as well to anticipate any movements.

• Don’t touch wheels.

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