JustRide – Rivington Rumble CX-sportive

The Rivington Rumble is an off-road cycle sportive of 50km which includes a variety of road surfaces from smooth tarmac to rough bridleway and everything in between.

Starting and finishing in Horwich, the route takes in the best tracks around the West Pennine Moors including Rivington and Tockholes.

A fully stocked feed station will be on offer along the route and riders can start their ride from 08:30 on the day.

The event supports Bolton Hospice, who provide specialist care and support for the people of Bolton who have life-limiting illnesses, and their families. The event is donating £1 from each entry fee directly to the charity.

Download a gpx file of the route

FAQs

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?

Minimum age is 12 yrs on event date. Any riders under 16 MUST be accompanied by an adult.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?

Extensive car parking is available on site. Participants travelling sustainably by walking or cycling will qualify for Pulse Points

What do I get for my entry fee?:

• Clear route directions, gpx file and written route description.
• Special finishers medals and goodies for all
• Race timing
• Refreshments
• First aid
• Insurance

How can I contact the organiser with any questions?

Please contact events@pulsepursuits.co.uk or via facebook direct message @pulsepursuitsuk

What’s the refund policy?

No refunds are given. We do accept applications to transfer fees to events of the same value. Transfers of entries between competitors are not permitted. Please enquire via events@pulsepursuits.co.uk

What about Registration?

Event registration opens ONE hour before start time on the day and closes 15 minutes before each race category of the day. Times are posted at the registration point.

Can I help out at an event?

Yes, of course you can. If you’d like to come along on the day and help out in anyway we’d really appreciate it and we’ll make sure you’re well looked after. Just contact us via events@pulsepursuits.co.uk for more information.

How much of my registration fee goes to charity?

We give £1 for each entry direct to a charity partner. Our charity partner for this event is Bolton Hospice

Can I get a club affiliation discount?

No. We operate across a wide range of event formats with our own compehensive insurance so an insurance affiliation does not apply.

Is there medical cover?

Pulse Pursuits takes the safety of our event participants extremely seriously. When you enter our events you do so in the knowledge that you are fit and healthy, without any conditions that could affect you adversely. It is essential that any conditions that may affect you are brought to the attention of our registration team, who will assess whether you should take part in our event. You should remember that our events take place over various terrains, roads and water. Pulse Pursuits provides medical cover for our events but cannot be held responsible for any injuries suffered. We strongly recommend that you hold your own personal insurance.

What should I wear?

• For JustRide events: Cycle clothing varies across event type and conditions. For all cycle only and duathlon events, it is mandatory that riders should where a correctly fitted cycle helmet whilst on the bike.

Is there a bag drop?

There will be a covered bag drop area available at each event and whilst we take every care possible of your kit we cannot be held responsible for any loss.

Additional Terms and Conditions

Introduction

To ensure all our events run successfully for all involved it is important that you communicate any changes, transfers and cancellations in a timely manner. As race numbers are printed 4 weeks before each event any changes cannot be made in the four weeks prior to each event.

Event alteration and cancellation

Pulse Pursuits reserves the right to refuse or cancel entry applications, to alter the date of the event, course route or distance. Should the event be forced to be cancelled or postponed due to circumstances beyond our control, eg environmental, Governmental or land/stock disease (e.g. foot and mouth), a partial refund or transfer will be offered where possible.

Sorry there is no more small print to read. If we haven’t answered a specific question for you then please contact us at events@pulsepursuits.co.uk Thank you.