SADLY CANCELLED FOR 2012

We are sad to announce the cancellation of this years One Hundred Mountain Marathon. We have deliberated long and hard over this and tried to see a way around the current problems that we at Purple Mountain Dalby are facing. Unfortunately we do not feel that it is possible to proceed with the event given the current situation with our business and the problems we have encountered with the Forestry Commission over the last 4 months.
For those of you who don’t know in March we lost the tender for Dalby. After protesting against the process which we believed to be unfair the tender was re-run but with the same outcome. The tender for the Cycle Hire Centre was awarded to Pace Cycles and the CTC, and the cafe to Eurest. If you would like to express your views there is an online petition available.
http://www.gopetition.com/petitions/save-purple-mountain-cafe-dalby.html
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause you and your support teams and will be administering a full refund to all entrants.
We hope to run a similar event from a different location next year and hopefully can make the event bigger, better and every bit as challenging.

SORRY AND SEE YOU NEXT YEAR

We’re pleased to announce the Second Coming of………. The One Hundred Mountain Marathon. Purple Mountain will once again  bring you Yorkshire’s biggest bike challenge. Taking place in Dalby Forest and the surrounding moors we have 2 great challenges available. We’ve changed the format slightly from last year, having the headline act 100km Mountain Marathon on Saturday 21st  July, with  the skinnies and a senic Cyclosportive on Sunday 22nd. This means all you Mountain boys and girls can party and celebrate your Marathon victory on Saturday night. This years off road route will be more technical and take in more of the Dalby Forest single track as well as the fantastic moorland scenery.

 Plus we’ve got Recession Buster prices LOWER than last year !!!!

You can choose one or both challenges(if you’re mad enough), both will consist of a fully signed and marshalled single circular lap of approx 100km. Touring across the stunning and wild North York Moors, taking in some of the most rewarding, challenging and spectacular terrain in the country.

The start and event arena will be based in the heart of Dalby Forest with full facilities, on-site camping and toilets (more toilets). Demo bikes, trade stands with all the latest kit, tech support and catering with all day BBQ, will all be on hand to make the weekend ‘The One’ to remember.

For those new to the sport there will be shorter courses available with half and mini distances for the Mountain Marathon and a 50km sportive.  Purple Mountain will also be running  a series of Skills Sessions though out the weekend, great for the kids and those who want to polish up on their singletrack sections. For those lucky to arrive on Friday night a sociable ride will be followed by a BBQ and pasta party to prepare you for your Marathon stint. There’ll be something for every one, so why not make a weekend of it, come along and get involved !

The Course    Out on the course there will be regular service stations with food, water and technical support, marshalls and medical cover. If for any reason you have a problem or want to reduce the distance but still want to complete the challenge, there will be shortcut escape routes that bring you back to Dalby under your own steam. the aim of the event will be to get everyone to the  finish.

The MTB loop will explore the very best of Dalby Forest, home of the UCI World Cup, taking in some of the world class fast flowing singletrack and forest roads before heading out on to the Moors, riding over ancient byways and classic natural singletrack, before returning back to Dalby Forest for a final flourish. The Cyclosportive is equally impressive with challenging climbs and rewarding views on very quiet roads.

This will be an epic and awe-inspiring challenge for both rider and machine and is a great way to explore this fantastic corner of the UK.

The Goodies  The events are non-competitive, but you will get an individual finish time and instead of prizes for the winners we’ve got some fantastic spot prizes provided by our sponsors, Scott, Osprey, Buff, Zyro and Pussy. In addition every rider will recieve a fantastic goodie bag packed full of goodies and a finishers medal.

The Camping        Based in the heart of Dalby Forest at Adderstone Field. Camping will be available (included in entry fee) from Friday night through to Monday morning. Riders will benefit from all usual facilities, water, toilets and onsite catering. A quite area will be set aside for those wanting a good nights kip before their Marathon Challenge, and there’ll also be a Family friendly area for those with kids.

    Entry fees  

  • The One Hundred Mountain Marathon 100km £38
  • The One Hundred Mountain Half Marathon 50km £33
  • The One Hundred Mountain Mini Marathon 30km £28 (U16 £23)
  • The Cyclosportive 100km £30
  • The Cyclosportive 50km £25
  • The Hundred Weekender - The One Hundred 100km + The Cyclosportive  £58

Entry Fee Includes 

• ride entry
• free after ride coffee / tea & cakes (Cyclosportive) Sunday
• pasta party (MTB Marathon) Friday Night
• free use of service stations, free use of facilities
• free skills and riding tuition – Saturday and sociable ride Friday night (provided by Purple Mountain)
• finishing  goodie bag and medal
• free camping from Friday to Monday

Entries to all events will be handled on a first come first served basis. Entries are limited – if any spaces are still available, entry on the day is possible but will be subject to a £5 surcharge.

 

The One Hundred Mountain Marathon   -  Saturday  21st  July  Riders, novice or experienced, need look no further for the ultimate challenge. A single loop of perfection  will explore the very best of Dalby Forest, home of the UCI World Cup, taking in some of the world class fast flowing singletrack and forest roads before heading out on to the Moors, riding over ancient byways and classic natural singletrack, before returning back to Dalby Forest for a final flourish. Almost exclusively off road with very short and only where necessary road sections. The route will be well signed and the aim would be to get everyone round. Back riders will ride the course but within safe limits their aim will be  to help everyone to the finish. There won’t be strict time restrictions and you won’t be swept up unless you want to be.

If 100km is a little too far for you we’ve got a the Half (50km) or Mini (30km) Marathon distance  to cut your teeth on. Great if you want to ride with a group or the family.

Entry Fees    The One 100km £38,  The One 50km £33, The One 30km £28, £23 for Under 16s (must ride with a responsible adult at all times)

The Cyclospotive  – Sunday 22nd July    A ride on the skinnies. You can choose a spectacular 100km or a pleasant 50km. Both routes leave the forest by the back door and head out into the stunning North York Moors. Some challenging climbs are rewarded with breathtaking scenery and you’ll roll along the quiet roads on a fantastic loop. Then its back to the event arena and tea/coffee and cakes on the finish line.

Entry Fee is £30 for 100km and £25 for 50km, or take advantage of the On One Weekender at £58

More Info   If you’ve got any questions of need more info just give us a call at our Dalby Centre  or email