Hell of the North Cotswolds

Question 1

Are E Bikes allowed to be ridden at The Hell of The North Cotswolds?

Accepted Answer

Yes they are 
E Bikes - Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycles (EAPCs) complying with the EAPC Regulations 1983 SI 1983/1168 ARE PERMITTED if they meet the following requirements - a) The bike must have pedals that can be used to propel it b) The electric motor should not be able to propel the bike when it is travelling more than 25kph/15.5mph c) The motor should not have a maximum power output of more than 250 watts. It must display one item from each of the following i) The power output or manufacturer of the of the motor ii) The battery’s voltage or maximum speed of the bike. NB any form of e-bike that does not comply with the above (e.g. ones with a “twist & go” throttle) are not permitted.

Question 2

Is the Hell of the North Cotswolds a Race?

Accepted Answer

No HONC is not a race. It  is an endurance challenge that is ridden at the participants own pace.  The main point of HONC is to challenge yourself and enjoy riding in the cotswolds

Question 3

Can Riders under the age of 18 ride alone?

Accepted Answer

Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult at all times during the ride.  Riders 16-18 may ride alone as long as they follow the event rules and highway code.  Parents will have given consent to this upon entry.

Question 4

What is on offer at HONC feed stations ?

Accepted Answer

All riders will have the opportunity to stop at our main feed station in Guiting Power which is around halfway on any of the routes you choose to ride.   Water, tea/coffee and a selection of cakes from Norths Bakery Winchcombe will be free to all riders.  Energy gels and bars from TORQ fitness will also be given out for free.   

Riders choosing the 100km route will also be offered a mobile feed station at around 75/80km offering fresh water and energy products from TORQ fitness.  In the event of extreme temperatures more mobile water stations will be made available. 

All TORQ products and a selection of cakes from Norths Bakery will be vegan friendly and labelled at each stop.  

Please do not solely rely on our feed stations for food, come prepared if you have any specific dietary requirements or would prefer savoury food

Question 5

What distances can I ride?

Accepted Answer

HONC offers 50,75 and 100km route options.  You are free to choose your distance as the entry fee covers all routes.  Please base your distance on your experience and fitness levels so you enjoy your day.

Question 6

Are there toilets on the route?

Accepted Answer

Yes toilets are available at the event village and at the feed station in Guiting Power.

Question 7

Where is the HONC campsite?

Accepted Answer

The HONC campsite is next to the event village at Sudeley Castle Winchcombe.  Toilets and fresh water point available. No electric hook or open flames.

Question 8

What is the Mini HONC?

Accepted Answer

Mini HONC  is a junior ride 8-16  based on the famous Mountain Mayhem event. Solo riders or Teams have three hours to complete as many laps of the course set in the grounds of Sudeley Castle as possible. The track is a mixture of woodland single track and open grass track with a pit area for rider change over. Mini HONC takes place after all HONC riders have left the event village.

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