A warm welcome to all competitors, their friends, families and clubs to this year’s National Youth Circuit Series Races hosted by Hillingdon Slipstreamers Cycling Club. Welcome also to our BC commissaires – your time and experience is greatly valued and we hope you have a trouble free day.
Here at Slipstreamers we strive to put on a memorable event for everyone participating and spectating. Many volunteering hours have gone into the preparation and organisation, and we hope that all of you have a wonderful day. Please show our volunteers respect and consideration as without them this event would not be able to take place.
After last year’s successful trial of starting with the Under 16’s races, we will continue with the same format. Under 16 and Under 14 national races will take place in the morning, followed by the support races during the afternoon. Trophies and prizes will be awarded to both boys and girls in each age category as soon as we have confirmation of the winners. Transponders will be used as well as having judges for each race, so hopefully this will be soon after each race. Do be sure to listen out for announcements.
As usual we will have plenty of food and drink for you all, including a BBQ and ice cream van amongst the delights of the day. So you can sit back after your race, have a bite to eat and watch the next race. Do be aware this is a public park and we cannot stop members of the public accessing it, so please keep your valuables safe at all times, including your cars parked in the car parks. Please dispose of any rubbish, including transponder cables in the bins provided.
It will be a very long day for all of our volunteers, some of whom will be here for 10 hours or more. So I would like to recognise their huge effort and say thank you to everyone who helps in any way they can. Riders and parents – just simple things like putting rubbish in bins and a thank you will make a big difference. If you are on social media, as it’s Volunteers Week from 1st – 7th June, we’d love it if you would show your appreciation by giving our team a big shout using the hashtag #VolunteersWeek
Read the rest of this programme as it contains important information for you about the day.
Let’s hope the weather is kind, the racing is good and the first aid team get very bored. Enjoy the day!
Alison Grant, BEM
Club Chairman & Trustee
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.
Once you’ve found us – look out for the big GOALS sign on the right – please park responsibly in the main Goals car park or overflow car park in the Minet Country Park next door, kindly doing so only within the marked bays. Parking is free throughout the day.
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.
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 view the programme online.
- Click here to download a PDF version of the programme.
- Click here to view the confirmed rider list (excluding reserves).
Useful Information…
Latest Updates...
In case you missed it on our Twitter feed using the #HSS2018National or elsewhere…
- @ 31 May 2018: Click here to view the confirmed rider list (excluding reserves).
- @ 28 May 2018: Event programme now available to download – visit Event Programme on the left.
- @ 25 May 2018: Slipstreamers parents/ guardians/ young volunteers – we need you. If you are able to volunteer for even just an hour or few, click this link here to register and let us know – this will be greatly appreciated.
Keeping You Entertained...
Aside from the obvious excitement and thrill of watching live cycle races happening on the circuit, there will be plenty else going on to ensure nobody is bored. We strive to put on a fantastic event, and feedback so far over the years has been overwhelmingly positive. For this event we will have music playing all day to sing along (sometimes) to; free bike marking has been arranged with the Met Police on site; and you get to enjoy a number of thrilling cycle races. Of course, there is also the surrounding Minet Park to enjoy if you’d like to go for a walk and explore, so why not buy your lunch from the canteen or BBQ and have an impromptu picnic!
The weather forecast is looking bright and sunny for the weekend (don’t forget the sunblock!), and Saturday 2nd June 2018 is certainly a day to look forward to!
Food Glorious Food!
There will be a canteen operating inside the Clubhouse all day, serving tea, coffee and juices; healthy snacks, fresh fruit and treats; as well as fresh home-made sandwiches and samosas for lunch – vegetarian options will be available. For those who prefer something hot of the grill, there will also be a BBQ on the go outside the clubhouse serving fresh food. 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 2nd June with access to changing rooms and toilets inside the main Circuit Clubhouse. We also have permission to direct you to the Goals shower and toilet facilities, so do feel free to use these if convenient for you. 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:
- Gear / Wheel Rim Depth Restrictions (page 9)
- Laps Out (page 11)
- Lapped Riders (page 11)
- And of course NO LICENCE, NO RIDE!
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 and U12 support race is 30 minutes prior to the start time, and 55 minutes for U8 & U10 support races.
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 Commmissaire’s ruling, which is final.
On the day registration is available for U8 & U10 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.
Keep Your Valuables Safe...
Whilst we will have Police presence on site for the majority of 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!
