Entries open here.  Mug for all and a host of race prizes on offer.  Solo: £40.  Pairs: £35 per person.  Triple: £30 per person.  Maximum of 100 teams.  Full terms and conditions can be found here.  Just to be clear – no refunds, deferrals or transfers.

The event will be held on the forest tracks deep within the trees.  Therefore the maximum width of a vehicle needs to be car or van size.  Large oversized motorhomes will not be allowed on the course as they will simply block the track.  1 vehicle per team out on the course.

This is a blue route so no real technical stuff to deal with.  This makes it an ideal first 12 hour event for those looking to try out the format.  There is a real mix of all kind of trails.  Being fit is a bonus – the fitter you are then the better you will cope with 12 hours in the saddle.

The route will be fully marked with signs and you shouldn’t really go wrong (touch wood).

If you have any medical conditions you must tell us in advance of the run. A professional medical team will be on site to deal with major incidents. First aiders can also be found around the course. Each runner will be given essential safety info to take round with them that has key details on it. Mountain Rescue are informed of the event. The nearest hospital is Cramlington Accident and Emergency Hospital.

Mountain biking can be an extreme sport with inherent hazards.  Although you do your own risk assessments it’s important that you carry a certain amount of minimum kit.

• Helmet
• Gloves
• Half filled water bottle
• Emergency snacks

Whether you take spares out on the course is entirely up to you.  Somewhere in your armoury I’d recommend spare brake pads, inner tube, chain links – all the usual stuff.

Got something on your mind? We might be able to help you here:

Do I need to register in advance?

Yes. All participants must enter in advance using our online booking. For registration info please see above.

Will we receive a map of the route?

The map is available above and will be sent again in the info pack.  You won’t really need a map to be able to follow the course.

Are there Age Limits for Participants?

Yes. All riders must be 18 or over.

Should I bring my family?

Feel free.  They can walk down to the castle and see the attractions around there if they need to kill some time.

Can I bring my dog?

I wouldn’t recommend it.  Space will already be tight and a dog could easily get in the way of fast moving bikes which would be bad for the rider and the dog.

What Bike Should I Ride?

Anything with wheels will do.  This is a blue trail that can be tackled by hard tails, full suss, rigid or even adventure/cx bikes.  There’s one rough section because I didn’t want you to be having it too easy.

Can we stay the night before?

The campsite at Kielder is a great spot to have a nights sleep before the event.  Take in some of the those famous dark skies.

Do I need a support team?

You don’t have to have one but they do make a massive difference if you want to be at the sharp end of things.  Having someone fix your bike or make food n drinks is a huge help when your energy levels are low.

What happens if I drop out?

We encourage anyone to try as hard as they can but there is no point in going beyond your limits. Injury, fitness or even a family emergency may mean you have to leave the event. If this happens on the course please go to the nearest checkpoint/marshal and let them know you are dropping out. If you only go to one checkpoint please try and make it the registration area as this is the final count of who has finished and left the area. If you don’t then we’ll presume you are missing and go on a man hunt! Always sign out of the event.

Due to the nature of the course your vehicle will be on site until the end of the race.