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Start Arrangements
We have made a number of changes this year that are designed to alleviate the pressure on competitors ...
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Timing Chips
Special End 2 End timing chips will be issued to you when you register for the event. Anybody who has Manx timing chips already are ask ...
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Reminder about private land
Please bear in mind that some sections of the course, as used on the event day itself, are actually private land. We are very lucky to ...
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2012 event entries open next Wednesday
The 2012 event will be held on Sunday 9th September, barring flood, tempest or earthquake. Entries will open next Wednesday 1st February 2012 at 00.00 hours. That is: stay up late Tuesday night! We will restrict entries again to 1700 in the interests of not spoiling the event. Please bear in mind that as this year we will not be offering refunds. We hope to arrange a forum for the sale of entries to ease this process. The good news is we shall be maintaining entry fees at the 2011 level of £37 and £50 with transport.
If you wish to enter a group of riders you can do as an entry owner, but you will need all their personal information (including T shirt size). You will also have to pay for all the riders. The entry owner can edit riders and details later as long as this is before the closing date. If entries are sold the entry owner needs to change the rider details, there is no need to involve the entry seceretary.
Thank you to all of you who responded to our survey, the organising team are considering your feedback.
The Event
Your chance to ride from one end of a country to the other whilst conquering some sizeable peaks along the way. The 75km route of the Isle of Man Sleepwell Hotels End to End Challenge incorporates 1500 metres of climbing with a thrilling mixture of fast fire roads, sweeping moorland paths, country lanes and forest singletrack. You’ll also experience stunning views and great support from the local spectators whilst you gain a real sense of satisfaction as you make your way from the northern most to southern most points of the island. A full range of rider abilites are represented, a small number of top riders make the trip but most of the field is made up of weekend riders just looking to complete the challenge and enjoy themselves while having a laugh with likeminded mtbers. The course is usually completed within 3 hours for the leaders and anything up to 6 hours for the more relaxed riders. The event is a challenge but times are provided and category prizes are awarded.
The first Isle of Man End 2 End was held in 1996 and with this being the 17th running of the event we at the Manx Mountain Bike Club have learnt a lot about how to make sure you, and the other 1700 riders, have a great time and go home wanting to do it all over again.
Marshals
As with any event of this size it is only possible to run it with the assistance of large numbers of marshals. As the event's contribution to charity the organisers will pay a fee to the nominated charity for each marshal provided, this fee varies according to the time the marshal is expected to be required for.
We are especially keen to recruit sector marshals who will run a section of the route, possibly with a team of their own in aid of their own charity. Please contact the organisers on manxe2e@hotmail.com for further information.
We are also anxious to recruit someone to assist with the transport arrangements.
The entry fee and what’s included?
Thanks once again to generous sponsorship from Sleepwell Hotels and support from Isle of Man Tourism and Leisure, we are able to offer one of the best value entry packages for a UK Enduro. The entry fees for 2012 will remain at £37 and £50 with transport. Entries are limited to 1700 and fill-up fast.
You even get fed! Twice!
With all of us in the Manx MTB Club being regular riders we know how important food is when your tackling a challenge like this. Hence, the competitors at the End 2 End have to be the best fed riders at any Enduro event. Not only do we include a meal at signing-on on Saturday evening but we also give you a meal at the presentation event on Sunday night. You won’t go hungry here and yes both meals are included in your entry fee! Both events are hosted by Sleepwell Hotels. For event locations see our event map on the Instructions page. As hard as we try we cannot guarantee the availability of the nutrition at checkpoints through the whole event so please ensure you carry liquids and food with you.
How do I get to the start and back from the finish?
Coach transport for you and your bike from The Sea Terminal in Douglas to the start and back to Douglas from the finish is available for an additional fee of £13. Please select transport option when filling in the online entry form. See event timetable and locations map in the Instructions section for more details.
Local Bike shops
Douglas has two great bike shops with friendly service, workshop facilities and a full range of good quality spares, accessories, clothing and bikes. The staff at both shops are local riders so will be an invaluable source of knowledge concerning trail conditions, tyre choice and what you need to carry with you.
Eurocycles
Stockists of Specialized, Trek, GT, Mongoose
01624 624 909
8a Victoria Road, Douglas
IM2 4EY
Bikestyle
Stockists of Giant, Scott, Cannondale
01624 673576
Bucks Road, Douglas
IM1 3AD
