Open12 - Rules
We only have a few rules which are in place primarily for your safety and secondly to create a fair event. We would appreciate if you would abide by these and the spirit in which they are written. Deliberate infringement will not result in any loss of points just disqualification.- Don’t take (ride or carry) your mountain bike on a footpath
- Only use public rights of way or permissive tracks as indicated on the map. E.g. Forestry roads
- Close gates even if someone is behind you or they were open when you arrived
- Pairs to stay together (you should be able to talk to each other) except in an emergency
- If you retire, you must report to the finish or the nearest transition point
- GPS units are not allowed to be used on the event (the use of altimeters is allowed)
- Competitors are not allowed to accept or use external assistance (e.g. support crews)
- Only the specified 1:25000 and 1:50000 OS maps can be used (except maps issued by Open Adventure)
- To continue as a ranked team, competitors must visit one control on each stage
- SI Cards (dibbers) must be attached to competitors using tyrek strips on the wrist (supplied if required)
- Competitor bibs must be worn over the top of any clothing or buoyancy aids at all times
If you have any comments in regards to the rules please don’t hesitate to contact us, preferably before you infringe them.