Registration takes place in the registration tent at the event HQ. Registration will be open at the following times only:

Friday 22^nd            16:00 until 19:00

Saturday 23^rd        07:00 until 09:00                      

Sunday 24^th           07:00 until 09:00                      

Monday 25^th          07:00 until 08:00

Registration desks will be marked alphabetically, please go to the appropriate desk for your surname.

As ride entries are non-transferable, you will need to register in person, so please bring some form of personal identification to verify your entry i.e. driving licence.  If for some reason you are not able to register in person, you can arrange for someone to do this on your behalf. However they will need a letter or email of authorization from you including your name and address.   At registration you will be given your rider pack, please note that nothing will be sent to you by post prior to the event.  Your rider pack contains:

Bike/Rider Number and Ties This is to be secured to the front of your bike for en-route identification, access to the refreshment stations and entitlement to the event support.

Timing Chip and Bike Clip This will allow us to record your start and finish time for the event and will be provided with instructions on how to secure to your bike.  At registration you will be asked for a fully refundable deposit of £10 pounds.  When you return your timing chip and number at the end of the ride, you will be given your £10 pounds back.  This deal is only available on the day, we will not be sending deposits back for chips sent by post after the event.

Route map A large scale map to act as a rough guide and allow you to get back on track or find your way back to Somerton.

Ride guide A check list of equipment you may require and essential information about the ride, including emergency numbers

Camping Pass This pass will enable you locate your pitch and to use the Toilet and shower facilities at the Sports Club. Camping is at the event area as in previous years and within 5 minutes walk of Somerton Town centre.

Car Parking

The car park will be signed and have stewards, please follow their directions.

Start Times

Saturday 23^rd :  09:30 - 10.00

Sunday 24^th : 09:30 - 10.00

Monday 25^th : 09:30 - 10.00

IIn order that the event gets underway with the minimum of fuss, you must arrive at the start as early as possible.  On arrival go to the start holding zone. From here you will move continuously towards the start zone and be sent away in a group of approximately 50 riders, at two minute intervals. 

Please ride slowly as you exit the event area and take particular care when in a group. Please listen to the announcements and follow the instructions of the marshals.

Signage

The routes are comprehensively signed, with specific yellow and black event signs for the 102 mile, (day 1) 112 mile route (Day 2) and 106 mile route (day 3). The 73 mile route deviation is signed with blue and black event signs and the 23 mile route deviation is signed with Red and black event signs.

There will be large scale route maps available in your rider pack, as a rough guide.  They are also available on the event website (www.tourofwessex.coml/sportiveroutes.html)

Safety Points

You will be riding on the open road alongside other traffic so it is essential for your own safety and that of all other road users that you comply with ALL TRAFFIC REGULATIONS

Please ensure you obey any instructions given by the route marshals and pay particular attention at traffic lights, roundabouts and difficult turns.

As we are providing back-up facilities we must insist that your supporters, friends and family do not bring any vehicles out on the route to follow you as this will create congestion and will be a danger to cyclists and other road users.

In the Event of an Accident - If you are involved in a serious accident requiring immediate medical attention then ring 999, then call First Aid number below.  The route is being patrolled by National Escort Group riders and there are also basic 1^st Aid kits at each of the feed stations.

Assistance During the Ride - Should you require assistance please phone one of the following event control numbers:  

07927 400 464  Mechanical, General and Drop-Out

07503 056 136 First Aid

 We strongly recommend that you add these numbers to your mobile phone and keep with you at all times during the event. Please do not use these numbers inappropriately.

There are cut-off times at which the marshals will stand down. The sweep vehicle will be travelling along the route at 20kmh/12.5 mph.  If it catches up with you, you can either be transported to the finish or be asked to remove your number and carry on at your own pace.

N.B. The signage will be removed after the sweep vehicle has passed, so you will have to navigate your own route, you will also no longer be covered by the event support services. If you do this, or drop-out at any other stage, then you must call 07927 400 464 to report this to the event team.

Riders Code of Conduct - You will be riding on public roads, so you must obey Highway Code regulations. Any rider seen not complying with the code will be reported and may be subject to sanctions including being reported to the police and may be banned from future events.

Litter - There will be litter and recycling skips at all venues and refreshment stations. Please use them and do not drop any litter anywhere.