Welsh XCO Series 2025 - Round 1 Oneplanet Adventure

Event Overview

Welcome to the first round of the 2025 Welsh Cycling Mountain Bike Cross Country Series. #WelshMTBXC

We are continuing to build the series following our successful return post covid. There are five rounds within the series, feauturing venues in the North, Mid and South Wales.

Round 1: Sunday, 23rd March

Venue: OnePlanet Adventure, Llandegla.

Hosted by: Volunteers from Oneplanet Adventure Bike Club supported by Beicio Cymru.

PLEASE NOTE : As this date is early in the season, should the race need to be cancelled due to adverse weather (we hope not) then we are aiming to reschedule to the 18th May. (All entrants will be contacted by email if this is the case)

Races will be for U8's through to Adults, including Fun Categories for beginners/novices, this promises to be a fantatsic 1st round of the Welsh MTBXC Series 2025.

Please see https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/scotland/mtb/article/scst-scottish-cycling-mtb-race-categories to find your race category.

Welsh XC Series Rules

To qualify for the overall series you must:

1. Start 3 out of 5 rounds.

2. start in the final round is compulsory.

3. have volunteered or provided a volunteer at a minimum of 1 event of the series.

https://volunteersignup.org/ALD3E

Gridding for round one will be at the official’s discretion but will consider athlete rankings and previous performances.

Gridding for round two onwards will be based on overall series performances, followed by athlete rankings and previous performances, at the officials discretion.

The series will be scored according to the following:

- 100 points for a win;

- 98 points for second;

- 96 points for third;

- And so on, descending by two points to the last placed finisher.

In the event of a tie in the final series scores, the winner will be determined by the highest number of first place finishes, then the highest number of second place finishes, and so on

Team Competition

This year we will be running a team competition.

Open to all riders in the Under 14 and older categories for the title of Team Champions. (Prize may of may not be given - it will be a surprise!)

The best 4 riders form each club will score. This will make the competition far more open rather than limiting it to the clubs with the best attendance. However there is a small catch: For 4 riders to score, at least 2 must be female( and for equal opportunities, at least 2 must be male/open category).

To be eligible someone from your team must also have volunteered at at least one event in the sreies.

Race details

Oneplanet Adventure offers a range of trails, natural and tehnical sections. Where necessary there will be A and B lines, offering trickier sections for those that want it, and easier options for those that don't.

It promises to be a really exciting course.

Cross Country Mountain Bike racing is off-road cycle racing which takes place in a variety of off-road venues. Mountain Bike racing is often held in parkland, woodland, and forestry sites. These venues are designed to include climbs, decent and other technical features.

Each race will involve racing around a taped out circuit for an agreed time period. Number of laps riden will be determined by the speed of each individual racer.

Anyone can enter no matter what their age, ability or bike. Provided they have a helmet, and their bike is in good working order. There is a category for everyone and separate (age suitable) races for younger riders.

Round Podium/prizes are awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in each category.

Race results will be shared by email and on the Welsh Cycling Mountain Bike XC Series facebook page after each race.

Events are organised by volunteers from local cycling clubs with the support of Beicio Cymru. Taking place across Wales at weekends throughout March to July. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly and included courses that are well-planned and safe.

Series events will follow British Cycling regulations

Race Times

We will be doing our best to keep to the timetable below (Race durations will be confirmed by the commissaire on the day):

Practice for U8, U10 and U12 only (9.00 - 9:20)

Race 1 U8 (9:30)

Race 2 U10 (10:00)

Race 3 U12 (10:30)

Practice for Women/Girls ONLY (11:00-11:20) / Mixed Practice (11:20-12:30)

Race 4 Youth, Juvenile, Women and Fun (12:45)

12:45 - Youth Open

12:46 - Juvenile Open

12:47 - Elite, Expert, Sport, Junior, Masters, Youth, Juvenile and Fun Female

12:48 - Fun Open

Race 5 Elite, Expert, Sport, Junior and Masters Open (15:00)

15:00 - Elite, Expert and Junior Open

15:01 - Sport Open

15:02 - Masters 40-49 Open

15:03 - Masters 50-59 Open

15:04 - Masters 60-69 and 70+ Open

Details and Booking