Preview – Schwalbe British 4X Series Rounds 4 & 5
This weekend sees rounds 4 and 5 of the 2014 Schwalbe British 4X Series taking place at Much Wenlock, near Bridgnorth in Shropshire. Should be another good one.
The 4X track at Much Wenlock has hosted the National Championships in 2008 and 2013 and has also hosted many nationals over the years. The track is awesome and its huge berms and flowing straights are why this track has been a firm favourite with riders and spectators over the years. At around 400 metres long, with 6 turns and flowing jumps, this track is a great example of 4X at its finest.
Schwalbe British 4X Series Round 4 and 5
On Saturday 19th July, it is round 4 and on Sunday 20th July it is round 5 of the Schwalbe British 4X Series. After what has been a great start to the season of 4X here in the UK, with rounds in Harthill, Afan and Redhill, attracting record numbers of riders and great crowds, expectations are high for the racing in Much Wenlock to be of the same high caliber.
Riders aged between 12 and 65 will be battling in their respective categories to see who will take the wins this weekend.
In 2014, Scott Beaumont has been unbeatable and has won rounds 1, 2 and 3 ahead of Bridgnorth. He has been flying so far this year but who is going to challenge him? Lewis Lacey, fresh from his great finishes at the 4X ProTour, will be looking to take the win. Nathan Parsons has had a new lease of life this year and he is a contender in 2014. Duncan Ferris and Will Evans have both won races in 2014. They are capable taking the glory in Bridgnorth.
In the women’s, Cara Murray has been the dominant rider winning all 3 rounds so far in 2014. Heather Kay, Tyde D’Souza and Liz Folwer have all had the speed this year, and will be looking to upset Cara’s weekend. On this track, anything will be possible and the challenge will definitely come from one of these women.
Timetable:
Saturday 19th July – Schwalbe British 4X Series Round 4
9.30am Open Practice
10.00am Gate Practice – Fun, Big Fun, Juvenile, Youth, Master, Veteran, Girls
10.30am Gate Practice – Junior, Senior & Pro Elite
11.00 Track Closed.
12.00pm Racing starts
Motos
1/8 Finals ( 33 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
1/4 Finals (17 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
Semi Finals (9 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
Finals
4.30pm Presentations
Sunday 20th July – Schwalbe British 4X Series Round 5
9.30am Open Practice
10.00am Gate Practice – Fun, Big Fun, Juvenile, Youth, Master, Veteran, Girls
10.30am Gate Practice – Junior, Senior & Pro Elite
11.00 Track Closed.
12.00pm Racing starts
Motos
1/8 Finals ( 33 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
1/4 Finals (17 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
Semi Finals (9 Minimum number of riders required in a class)
Finals
4.30pm Presentations
Rider entries
Riders can enter round 4 now via British Cycling’s website:
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/106329/Schwalbe-British-Cycling-4X-Series-Rd3-Bridgnorth-2014
Riders can enter round 5 now via British Cycling’s website:
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/106329/Schwalbe-British-Cycling-4X-Series-Rd4-Bridgnorth-2014
Entry fees are £25 for pre entry via British Cycling. £30 on the day.
Directions:
When heading North on the M6 exit at junction 10a.
When heading South exit at junction 11.
Join the M54 and stay on until junction 6, take the first exit off the round-a-bout above the motorway and continue to follow signs for Much Wenlock.
When approaching from any other direction, Much Wenlock is ½ way between Bridgnorth and Shrewsbury on the A458
The Edge Adventure Activities Centre is located about a mile past Much Wenlock on the A458. Look out for signs on the road side.
Opposite Walton Cottages,
Much Wenlock,
Shropshire,
TF13 6PP.
Camping:
There is a camping field right next to the track.
The camping field over looks the track.
Catering on site all weekend.
For more information on the Schwalbe British 4X Series, visit our website: