Some other events which might interest you, and companies who have helped us out…
2410 (Didcot) Air Training Corps
Cav, Jane and the team at the Didcot Cadets have supported us since we started the event in 2010, marshalling the routes south west of Upton (the ‘wild west’).
Advent Systems – Brian Rippon
Huge thanks to Brian for creating the website and an enormous amount of help generally in arranging the event. If you like the website then you can contact Brian at info@advent-systems.co.uk
Alden Farm
Henry Bucknell of Alden Farm has been very helpful, granting us access to various stretches of his land. A big thank you Henry.
Artwork
Like our art work? Mark Wood is a local artist and designer specializing in commercial design projects as well as private commissions. Please use our contact page if you would like to be put in touch.
Big Bike Bash
The Big Bike Bash is an event right up my street! Bikes, Beer and Bands! Those nice chaps at UKYouth have donated a family ticket to this years event, to be raffled off during the course of the day. If you’ve not been, you must give it a go. Where else can you partake in the infamous Lake Jump!
George and Dragon
Thanks go to the George and Dragon who lay on evening entertainment and keep the party going long after the riding has finished.
Loose Cannon
Thanks to Will and the crew at Loose Cannon brewery for providing the event with some of the finest ales in the country.
Mountain Bike Chalet
Thanks to Tris and the crew at Mountain Bike Chalet for help with prizes and marshalling over the years. As the name might suggest they run a chalet in Les Arcs, home to some of the best single-track, cross country and downhill mountain biking in the French Alps.
Mountain Bike Groups
Local (ish) Mountain Bike Groups
Mountain Mania
Mountain Mania, have been our principle sponsor since the beginning. They provide financial support paying for much of the required infrastructure and invaluable support on the day with their mechanical support for riders and help with managing the starts. It is true to say that the event may never of got off the ground without them.
Right Place Right Time
For the 2013 event Jon Brooke from Right Place Right Time event photographers took all of the pictures, these are still available for purchase on his website. Check out his excellent Facebook page.
Sport Sunday Event Photography
For the 2014 event we are delighted to welcome Laura and David Bradshaw from SportSunday Event Photography. Laura and Dave will be photographing the event this year and the pictures will be available shortly after the event.
Thomas Merrifield
Huge thanks to Nick, James and the team at Thomas Merrifield for their support on signage and printing.
Upton Cider Company
Thanks to Judy, the new owner of the Upton Cider Company for continued support of the event.
Umami Deli
Check out the new deli in Wantage, recently opened by Michael and Annette and provider of the fabulous veggie chilli this year!
