The Biketrial Federation have released their provisional dates coming season’s national competitions in the UK. It looks like it will be a busy season, with events pretty much all year round up and down the country at excellent and varied venues.
The British Trials Cup
The 2011 British Trials Cup will feature, as usual, five rounds spread throughout the year. As is tradition, the series will close in October at Shipley Glen, having taken in the South of England and the northern reaches of Scotland on the way. The series should be an exciting one, with some interesting changes meaning that last year’s hierarchy could well be turned on its head. With Jack Carthy (Tribal Zine/Koxx) now riding 26”, there will be a big gap to fill in Elite 20” and the 26” Elite riders will be looking nervously over their shoulders!
2011 will hopefully see more of the UK’s international competitors taking part in their national series once more; how will the likes of Savage, Slinger and Butler fare against young guns and British stalwarts such as Carthy, Kerr and Hyland? Long standing event sponsors Onza will still be supporting the series, as will PhatWorks, supplying prizes and support.
There are some other especially interesting dates to look out for in 2011. For example, round three of the British Trials Cup will be run alongside the much anticipated RADFEST at Barrow Farm in Essex – three days of trials action with hundreds of riders and spectators, speed trials, fun comps, trade stands and a national competition; this is a weekend not to be missed (article coming soon)!
The Biketrial Federation will be sending out regular newsletters, with information on events, competitons and clubs, throughout the 2011 season. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, contact Ben Swales at [email protected].
What more excuse do you need to get involved and start competing in your national series?
2011 British Trials Cup
| Date | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Sunday 17th April | Round 1 | Brimham Rocks, Yorkshire |
| Sunday 5th June | Round 2 | Fort William, Scotland (alongside UCI World Cup) |
| Sunday 24th July | Round 3 | Barrow Farm, Essex (alongside RADFEST) |
| Sunday 18th September | Round 4 | (Venue TBC) |
| Sunday 23rd October | Round 5 | Shipley Glen, Yorkshire |
2011 British Trials Championship
This year’s British trials Championship is currently to be held alongside the second round of the Cup and the UCI World Cup in Fort William. These dates are still to be confirmed, and as soon as they have been, we will let you know. This is a not-to-be-missed event, with trade stands, parties, famous faces from all cycling disciplines and two days of tough, technical trials!
| Date | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 4th June | British Trials Championship | Fort William, Scotland |
2011 Scottish Championship
This year also sees the first official Scottish Trials Championship, which is being run by Kevind under the Biketrial Federation banner. With seven events planned, including a couple of two-dayers, it looks like Scottish riders finally have the series that they have been crying out for for so long!
| Date | Event | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th March | Round 1 | Kinlochleven at the Mound |
| Sunday 10th April | Round 2 | Bob McGregor Trials Academy, nr. Glasgow |
| Sunday 8th May | Round 3 | East Lothian (Venue TBC) |
| Saturady 4th & Sunday 5th June | Round 4 | Fort William(alongside UCI World Cup) |
| Sunday 30th July | Round 5 | Fort William (alongside motorbike World Championship) |
| Saturday 20th & Sunday21st August | Round 6 | Aberdeen (Provisional) |
| Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th October | Round 7 & Award Night | Phantassie Indoor Venue (Provisional) |
The 2010 Season
A quick look back at some of the highlights of last season.
The 2010 British Trials Championship Elite Podiums
Ben Savage was crowned Elite 26” Champion, ahead of Danny Butler and Dave Kerr.
Sam Oliver took the top spot in 20” Elite, with Jack Carthy in second and Rob Poyser in third.
The 2010 British Trials Cup Elite Podiums
James Hyland, Dave Kerr and Andrew Walker finished in first, second and third respectively in Elite 26”.
Jack Carthy won the Cup in Elite 20”, with Tom Rankin and Rob Poyser completing the podium.
Jack Carthy at the British Trials CupFinal at Shipley Glen
Photos
Here are some photos from the 2010 British Trials Cup Final at Shipley Glen.
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