DIGITAL EVENT GUIDE: THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE - Sunday 4th September 2022 IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
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Sunday 4th September 2022
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH
DIGITAL EVENT GUIDE: THE ULTIMATE CHALLENGE
GET READY TO YOUR RIDER PACK
BREAK THE CYCLE Your official Rider Pack will be posted out to you and includes a
unique rider number to be attached to the front of your bike or
OF HOMELESSNESS
on the handlebars of your bike on the day, and a Break the
Cycle technical t-shirt that you can wear at the event or keep
as a memento.
THANK YOU! By choosing to take part in Break the Cycle 2022,
you are joining the movement to end homelessness; You will also have received a digital You MUST have your bike number
Training Guide and Fundraising Pack attached to your bike at all times on
and we couldn't do it without you! upon registration. You can find both on the event day for safety reasons.
You are helping to raise vital funds to provide much our website here.
You can attach the bike numbers to
needed homes, jobs, food, and support to people If you registered for Break the Cycle your bike using zip ties or twist ties.
experiencing homelessness. and finalised your registration by
Remember to make a note of your
Wednesday 24th August, you will
unique bike number in case you lose it
This booklet holds details of everything from routes and registration to receive your rider pack in the post.
during the event.
an inventory checklist for the event. If you sign up after this date or if you
We hope you’re excited for the event and for riding alongside the legendary If you have any questions or any items
do not receive your Rider Pack in the
Sir Chris Hoy and Al Kellock. We look forward to welcoming you at the start line and missing from your pack, please
post, you will be able to collect this
contact us:
celebrating your achievements and contributions at the finish. on the day. Please arrive early to allow
enough time to do this.
hello@breakthecycle.co.uk
Please share your ride experience and photos with us on our Facebook,
Instagram, and Twitter using #BTC22 and #EndHomelessness
ARRIVAL AT THE EVENT TRANSPORT
The start site will be open from 07:00am on Sunday, 4th September We will be providing transport to participants who have pre-
with welcome speeches from Sir Chris Hoy and Social Bite co-founder booked this service. The transport is available to take
Josh Littlejohn and a pre-event warm-up led by Mr Motivator himself, participants between the finish village at BT Murrayfield Stadium,
taking place from 08:00am. Edinburgh and the start site at Scotstoun Stadium, Glasgow.
The ride will start at approximately 08:30am - Upon arrival, riders will be guided by staff, If you have not pre-registered for this MORNING
please aim to arrive at least 15 minutes volunteers, and/or marshals to proceed into transport before Wednesday 10th August 05:30– Coach and bike transport service
before the start time if you have already the lanes and head towards the start line we have a very small contingency and may opens at the Murrayfield Ice Rink Car Park,
received your Rider Pack. (after collecting the Rider Pack). Please still be able to reserve a place for you. accessible via Saughtonhall bridge.
follow all guidance and instructions provided These places will likely go fast so please
If you are collecting your Rider Pack on the on the day for your safety. get in touch as soon as possible. 06:30 – Final coach and bike trailer will depart
day, please arrive at least 30 minutes before
from the Murrayfield Ice Rink Car Park,
the start time and head towards the ‘Rider Tea, coffee and snacks will be available for
Registration Desk’ before proceeding to the purchase at the start location as well as accessible via Saughtonhall bridge.
start channel. free drinking water. Toilets will also be If you have pre-booked this transport, final AFTERNOON
available. details will be shared with you nearer the We will aim to have the returning coach
TRAVEL
event date. service run hourly from approximately 13:00
to 17:00 to take participants from the finish
village to the start site.
START SITE - GLASGOW As an approximate guide >>>
Exact timings are TBC.
Where possible we encourage riders to cycle to the event start site from home: it’s the perfect way
to warm up and get ready for your ride. If you need to drive to the event, we suggest that you car-
share if you can.
Nearest Trains:
• Scotstounhill Train Station, G13 1UY
• Jordanhill Train Station, G11 7DW
Nearest Bus Routes:
• Dumbarton Road:
Services ONE/A/B/C/D, 2 & 3
BAGGAGE FACILITIES
• Anniesland Train Station, G13 1HT • Westland Drive: Service X4
• Hyndland Train Station, G12 9YH • Anniesland Road: Service 6
There will be baggage facilities at the start Please note: We do not recommend that
END SITE – EDINBURGH location. Bags deposited at the start will be valuables are left in the baggage facility as
Limited car parking is available at the end site at BT Murrayfield Stadium, on a first-come-first- transported to the finish area. organisers cannot take responsibility for
served basis. The car park is located next to Murrayfield Ice Rink. Postcode: EH12 5XN. loss or damage to items deposited.
Nearest Bus Routes:
• Lothian Buses:
Westfield Road: 1, 2, 22, 30 • Edinburgh Airport – Airlink 100 will take you to
Gorgie Road: 3, 25, 33, 38 BT Murrayfield and the City Centre
Corstorphine Road: 12, 26, 31 • Livingston – Services X27/X28
Edinburgh City Centre: • First Bus:
1, 3, 12, 22, 25, 26, 30, 31 or 33 Corstorphine Road 23, 24 & 38
• 900 Service – Glasgow to Edinburgh • Scottish Citylink
Nearest Trams:
Edinburgh Trams run a fast, frequent service to the entrance of BT Murrayfield stadium from
Edinburgh Airport, Ingliston Park & Ride, Edinburgh Gateway, Edinburgh Park Station, Haymarket Station
and St Andrew Square tram stop, just a short walk from Waverley Station.CAPTURING YOUR COVID-19 SAFETY MEASURES
EXCITING MOMENTS
Although Covid-restrictions have been lifted, we are
committed to keeping all riders, their friends and family,
staff and volunteers safe. Please do not attend the event
WITH MARATHON
if you are exhibiting symptoms or test positive for
Covid-19.
PHOTOS
• We encourage participants to take a test prior to the event.
• If you have any symptoms, please inform us via email:
hello@breakthecycle.co.uk
• Please use the hand sanitisers provided at all locations.
Marathon Photos is the Official Photographer partner for
capturing your exciting moments at Break the Cycle.
Marathon Photos is the leading race photography company in the world, IMPORTANT TO KNOW
photographing over 700 mass participation events in over 70 countries.
Break the Cycle participants will find their photos within 24 hours after the
completion of the event; they will be able to search for their photos by TOILETS & CHANGING ON THE DAY REGISTRATION
either entering their rider number or family name here. They will also be
accessible from the Break the Cycle website. FACILITIES We will not be able to facilitate 'walk
up' or on the day registration for the
Marathon Photos offer the picture album “Digital Super Pack” at a special Toilets will be available at all event sites ULTIMATE CHALLENGE or FREE WHEELER
price. For one fixed price, they will supply all the identified photos of each during the event. routes and urge everyone to sign-up
rider in these ready-to-print formats to download onto their mobile device There are no changing facilities at any online prior to the event.
or computer: of the event locations therefore please
come dressed appropriately and ready Online registrations close on Thursday
• Photo Certificate
to start the ride. 1st September 2022 at 17:00pm.
• Commemorative Photo
If you would like to have a change of If you would like to take part in THE WEE
• Original camera file clothes after the event, please see ONE 3 mile route, sign up is permitted
• Web ready images Baggage Facilities. on event day. THE WEE ONE challenge
will set off at 1pm. Participants should
head towards the North Stand at BT
If you would not like to be photographed Murrayfield Stadium, following signage
or if you have any concerns, please for THE WEE ONE.
contact us ahead of the event:
hello@breakthecycle.co.ukTHE CYCLING ROUTE ELEVATION
EVENT ROUTE
The ULTIMATE CHALLENGE will be setting off from Scotstoun
Stadium in Glasgow and pedaling with Sir Chris Hoy across
Scotland’s central belt, crossing the finish line in Edinburgh
at BT Murrayfield Stadium.
Click here to view and download the route.
MAP CORRECT AT TIME OF PUBLISHING
Linlithgow S. Queensferry
Starting at Scotstoun Stadium
in Glasgow, riders will join us on
a challenging but achievable EDINBURGH
ride to BT Murrayfield Stadium.
Slamannan
Start Time - 08:30 to 08:50*
* last riders away for 08:50
End Site Festival Village BT
Feed station 2:
Murrayfield Stadium,
• Linlithgow Peel, Edinburgh, EH11 2QA.
Linlithgow, EH49 7AL
Feed station 1: The end site Festival
Free water, snacks, toilets, and Village will be open
GLASGOW • Slamannan Primary School,
Slamannan, FK1 3EZ
mechanics are available at each 10:00am-17:00pm.**
refreshment stop.
Free water, snacks, toilets, and
mechanics are available at
each refreshment stop.
There will be bike racking at the Please reduce dwell times at the Whizz through the finish line The end site Festival Village will
start and finish sites as well as at feed stations where possible. whilst being cheered on by your have stage acts, music, food and
the feed stations. We recommend Please follow the guidance of friends, family and peers. Collect drinks, and family-friendly
you locking your bike if you are staff and volunteers at feed your medal and goody bag from activities for riders and their
leaving it at the racking, as while stations. the riders area, relax and enjoy supporters to enjoy.
there will be security present on the festivities, knowing that you **Please note that BT Murrayfield
each site, we cannot take have helped Social Bite in Stadium operates as a cashless
responsibility for damage to or breaking the cycle of site and all purchases must be
loss of property. homelessness. made using a credit or debit
card.KIT INVENTORY ROUTE SUPPORT
& PREPERATIONS ON THE DAY
We recommend that you learn/know how to repair a puncture
and get your bike serviced before the event day. Don’t be The route will have standard directional signage ONLY,
embarrassed to dislodge from your bike during the ride to push to allow you to find your way. Please ensure you keep a
your bike. look out for the route arrows.
Our recommended minimum kit list is: Take minimal valuables with you and We also recommend that you download Should you require assistance around
ensure that those you do take (e.g. the GPX file onto a Garmin device, as the route, please call 01772 447 979*
• Bike Number although it’s unlikely, it is possible for to get help.
camera, mobile phone) are kept with
riders to miss turnings or for signage to
• Break the Cycle T-shirt you at all times. We cannot accept be interfered with during the day. Please note: A puncture is NOT an
• Carry a spare inner tube, tyre any liability for any loss or damage to emergency, you should start the ride
levers, brake cables, puncture any items. You can export the GPX file via the GPS prepared and carry a few puncture-
repair kit and pump route map. Simply click the three dots repair kits.
next to the 'Send to Device' button and
• Waterproof cycle jacket
then select 'more export options'.
• Cycle jersey, cycle shorts –padded, *This phone number will be available
and cycle shoes Your bike should be in good working only on the event day only.
order, before you arrive at the event,
• Helmet (to be worn throughout the but mechanics will be on hand at the
ride - Snell, ANSI or CE approved) start area, both feed stations and there
• Bike lock will be a roving resource on the event
route, if you have any last-minute
• Drinks bottle and personal snack issues.
items
• Casual clothes and change of
footwear for before/after the ride
• Bring sufficient layers of clothing
with you – bright coloured, visible
clothing to boost motorist
awareness
• Hand sanitiser
• Sunglasses and sun creamBIKE & BODY CODE OF CONDUCT
BELOW ARE THE EVENT TERMS & CONDITIONS WHICH ALL RIDERS TAKING
MEDICAL PART IN THE EVENT MUST ABIDE BY AT ALL TIMES.
Rider safety is very important; we therefore ask that you follow these simple
It is important that you inform us of The official first aid providers for this steps to ensure all participants stay safe during the ride:
any existing medical conditions or event are St Andrews Medical
Keep to the lanes indicated Be aware that there are technical aspects
illnesses ahead of the event that you Services. They will be positioned at the to the route, please slow down at these
may not have already disclosed to us start, finish and service areas and on Be able to complete your ride by 16:45
sections and be aware of others around you
to catch the last transfer bus from the
when registering online. There will be a call for the duration of the event. If you finish village at which will depart from Find a suitable place to stop and fix any bike
final chance to do this at the check-in require any medical assistance during Edinburgh at 17:00 to return to the start problems. Mechanical support will be
in Glasgow available should you be unable to repair
desk on the event day. your ride, please phone the rider
Do not race or speed in any parts of the your problem but please be patient if the
support contact number 01772 447 979.* mechanics are attending to another call
If your emergency contact details have route
changed since you registered online, *This phone number will be available Be aware of the Highway Code and Attach your bike number to the front of your
please inform the check-in desk on the only on the event day. always obey it bike for the duration of the event
day. You will need to bring and be Be considerate of the nature of an Do not drop litter, use the bins provided at
responsible for your own personal event on the open highway. Adhere to all locations
the rules of the road, all road signals
medication. and signage including red traffic lights Finally, the event is a ride not a race. Please
& crossings. Be aware of and obey any watch your speed for your own safety and
additional signage around the course the safety of others
Slow down when approaching roundabouts
YOUR BIKE
Always follow the official route and
direction signage. There will be and junctions and be prepared to stop you
Your bike should be in good working stewards ONLY at key points, so please must give way to other traffic in
If you are not sure about the condition order, before you arrive at the event, keep a copy of the event control phone accordance with the Highway Code
of your bike, visit your local bike shop but mechanics will be on hand at the number - 01772 447 979
Be considerate of other road users, in
and ask to have it checked. start area if you have any last-minute Be aware of others around you and do particular horse riders / other road users
issues. not take any sudden actions without and pedestrians
As a minimum, ensure the following: warning
If you are cycling on a new bike or have Please wear a helmet for the duration of the
• The brakes work effectively not used your bike for a long time, Be considerate of other cyclists, as ride
please ensure you have done a few riders will have a variety of abilities.
• The tyres are properly inflated and DISCLAIMER
in good condition conditioning rides to get used to the Be aware of pedestrians, particularly at
bike. designated crossing points - be The information provided in the guide
• The wheels are not buckled prepared to slow down and stop above is designed to provide helpful
information on the subjects discussed.
• The saddle is not new i.e. it needs to Act responsibly at all times
For diagnosis or treatment of any medical
be a little worn in Please do not ride more than two- problem or injury, consult your own GP.
abreast
• Your bike is comfortable and check The author is not responsible for any
your saddle height - your leg should Be aware that other riders or vehicles specific health or injury needs that may
have only a slight bend with the ball may overtake. Please keep left and ride require medical supervision and is not
of your foot on the pedal when the in single file where possible liable for any damages or negative
pedal is at its lowest position. consequences to any person reading or
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