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Hello Everyone,
I am very sad to say that "British Youth Enduro" is going to have to close down.
Due to the Economic Climate people just don't seem to have the money to take part in events such as British Youth Enduro and we are not getting enough riders to break even.
We would like to say a MASSIVE thank you to ALL of you who have helped support the club and taken part in any of our events. We hope you have enjoyed them.
We have taken every possible step to avoid this situation but after trying everything we can and talking with as many people / members as possible it just does not stack up.
We need at least 55 Riders Per Event to Break Even but so far for Wymeswold which is only 5 Days away we only have 15.
Thank you once again, I wish it could have been different.
Kindest Regards
Darren Gwyther & Pete Carter
Round 4 - Barn Hill Farm, Whaddon, Buckinghamshire
27 August 2011
The fourth round of the popular British Youth Enduro series landed at a new venue for the organisation, Whaddon in Buckinghamshire, over the Bank Holiday weekend. Whaddon is an excellent venue and provided many different challenges for the young riders, although the course was restricted for the Auto and 65cc class competing in the opening race of the day but was opened fully to accommodate the senior riders in the second race.
The weather was very kind and the sun shone throughout most of the event although heavy rain in the days preceding the competition made some sections a little difficult for the smaller riders but one or two changes soon rectified and potential problems.
Alfie Webb put in a tremendous performance in the Auto class and posted 13 laps of the shortened course to take the class win some two laps clear of Roman Skinner in second place. Curtis Grose was just a lap behind Skinner in third place, all three having ridden hard to post such an impressive number of laps.
William Stansbie in the 65cc class matched Webb lap for lap and won his class but only just as Kieran Ryan and Tyrone Brown, second and third places, were just a lap behind.
As the course was opened to its full extent the second race of the day got underway. A large pool of water held a few surprises and edging around it proved to be very difficult as the deep mud swallowed a couple of machines but a track change, moving the line to the right of the water soon had the race flowing freely.
Although last off the start line the 125cc riders soon set the pace and it was a three-way battle between Brad Freeman, Jack Staines and Katie Walker.
Freeman looked fully recovered from his recent arm injury and took to the front but Staines and Katie Walker, who was riding a little below par initially, didn’t let Freeman get too far ahead as they pounded the course for seven laps apiece with Freeman taking the win. Admittedly he did seem to be cruising in the dying stages of the race but there was no doubt he could have increased his lead by quite a margin if he had needed to.
The Over13 85cc class saw Hannah Murray victorious as she out-rode the boys around the testing course. Robert Bowen tried hard to keep her in his sights but to no avail and settled for second spot, a lap ahead of James O’Brien in third.
The Under 13 85cc class wasn’t quite so clear-cut as Dean Edwards and Ben Coleman battled it out for the win, matching each other on laps and swapping places throughout the duration of the race. Edwards was eventually victorious with Coleman taking second place and George Saunders third.
The venue proved to be quite a hit with the young riders and it looks as if they will be visiting again in the future, with so much scope for the course to run the BYE organisers will be spoiled for choice.
2011 Fixtures
2011 is our 1st full season and we will be running the “ British Youth Enduro Championships” over 10 Rounds ( please see venue list & Dates below)
Please note on the TBA venues the date will "not" change but the venue might
Redhill Farm, Redmarley, Gloucestershire, GL19 3JU : 26th Febuary
Bury Farm, Hope Under Dinmore, Leominster, HR6 0PT : 9th April
Ashby Moto Park, Ashby De La Zouch, Leicestershire, LE65 1SD : 21st May
Click here to visit Ashby Moto Park website
Long Compton, Warwickshire : 4th June
Tyn Twyll / Sellatyn, Shropshire : 9th July
Barn Hill Farm, Whaddon, Milton Keynes, MK17 0NQ : August 27th
Turn Post Farm, Wymeswold , Leicestershire, LE12 6SU, 1st October
Long Compton, Warwickshire, 15th October
Haresfield, Gloucestershire, GL10 3EP, 22nd October
Bromsberrow, Gloucestershire, November, Date to be comfirmed.
These dates have been carefully selected not to clash with any other Youth Enduro Events.
As well as the Youth Races that will be held on Saturdays we will be running Adult Races on the Sundays with our sister company “ Cotswold Enduro Club” , so a great opportunity to make it a weekend family event.
The 2011 Championship will be held over 10 Rounds but you can drop two rounds.
Point scoring : Class win 30 points. 2nd 28 points, descending 2 points at a time to 14 points for 9th place then descending 1 point at a time to 4 points for 19th place. All other finishers will receive 3 points. Laps are also converted to points e.g.: 1st place 30pts plus 15 laps = 45 points. All other finishers after 19th place score 3 points plus their laps. If riders compete in all the rounds they will be awarded 5 points for each of their dropped rounds as a loyalty incentive.
The points for the end of year overall Premier Champion is scored differently to the Club Champ points. Only the top 15 overall finishers score points whether they are club members or not.
In the event of a machine failure, you can only qualify for a finish if you cross the finish line by completing the course from where your machine failed.
[A MACHINE MUST NOT BE TOWED IN OR TAKEN VIA A SHORTER ROUTE]
Riders wishing to promote or demote themselves can only do so with the permission of The Club Secretary and must be requested in writing.
To qualify for an end of year trophy, you must be a club member and ride at least 6 rounds of the Club Championship. This doesn’t apply to the Slow Pete Series as this is an open series and non-members will qualify for end of year trophies.
Riders will take the consequences of their own actions and of any persons associated with them.
Pits and re-fuelling area. There must be no smoking, no children, unless competing (under the age of 18) or dogs in the pits or refueling area. All engines must be switched off when re-fuelling. Failure to comply will result in the associated rider being extracted from the event.
Children & Dogs must be kept at a safe distance from the track side at least 30 feet at all times.
Course cutting, excessive verbal & physical abuse WILL result in instant EXCLUSION from the event.
All repairs to machines must only be done by the rider only trackside or in the pits area. [If the machine is taken back to your transporter you will be deemed as retired].
Outside assistance means under no circumstances should goggles / fuel / refreshments / maintenance & repairs be done trackside other than by the rider him / herself. Pit crew / helpers can only carry out the above-mentioned tasks in the designated areas. The only outside assistance given to the riders must be from an official / marshal and this only to a limited degree.
All litter must be taken home with you.
All riders must obey any orders given to them by Marshals and the Officials AT ALL TIMES.
Any complaints during the event MUST be voiced to the clerk of the course on the day or they will NOT be considered.
The minimum age to enter an Enduro is now 6 years and as long as you are 17 years at the start of the season you can compete with “British Youth Enduro” even if you turn 18 within the year. The Club Officials reserve the right to change the rules or add to them without notice.
Noise 94 decibels is the maximum noise level, this will be enforced on a regular basis failure to comply will result in exclusion from the event before, during and after. This is your responsibility. This is probably the biggest single issue, which is endangering our sport. If in doubt fit a standard pipe or a pipe that is guaranteed the certificated 94-decibel noise limit.
It is advisable to walk the track prior to the event.
Any changes to the above rules will be discussed at the rider’s meeting.
Failure to comply with the above rules will result at the very least the exclusion from the event or a possible ban from riding with the British Youth Enduro in the future. These rules are there for very good reason.
Results remain provisional for 7 days anyone wishing to contest them must contact the Secretary.
Ok so I have read all of the above, how do I join the Club?
Joining the Club : Please click on this link, print and return the fully completed Membership form with your Cheque for £20.00 Made Payable to “British Youth Enduro . Please also enclose a Prepaid self addresses envelope so that we can return your temporary licence ( whilst the official one turns up) and your Membership Card.
Non Members : Are welcome to ride with the Club at any event but the entry fee is £40.00 per race ( £30.00 for Members) and your points will not count towards to Championship.
Racing Fees : Members are £30.00 per event and Non members £40.00 per event.
BSMA Licence : We are affiliated to the BSMA and to take part in any of our events you must have a BSMA licence. We offer two types of licence, a years licence which is only £25.00 and cheques must be made Payable to “British Youth Enduro” for these. Please call or email us to request a form and we will send it out 1st Class. You can also use this licence at any other BSMA Club, even Moto x. You can also buy a Day Licence at a cost of £10.00 per event.
So what do I need to get started?
Completed Membership Form £20.00 for the year
BSMA Licence £25.00 for the Year or £10.00 per Event
Race Number ? to obtain your preferred or current race number on your bike you need to join the club as a member and then you get to keep the rider number all season. You also have 1st refusal on this number the following year. Non Members will have random numbers at each event.
Signing On : Is carried out from 7.30am – 9.30am, as all booking in is done on line it means that que’s are shorter & turn around times much quickers. At Signing on you will be presented with a consent form to sign as the Parent or Guardian of the Rider or Riders. Once this form is signed the team will hand you a Bar ode to be fitted to the Right Hand Side of your Helmet. This Bar Code has your Rider Number and your Class and as you complete the course and return to the start you Bar Code will be scanned. This will then show you your position within the race and at the end all of your Lap Times.
Technical Inspection : Once signed on you need to take your machines for Technical Inspection where they will be checked over before you are Allowed to enter the start area. The Bikes will be tested for Noise, Loose Spokes, Returning Footpegs, Front & Back Brakes, Wheel Bearings, Levers and other safety features. Once the inspector is happy that the bike is safe to ride you may then proceed to the start line of your racing group. If your bike should fail for any reason you will nit be allowed to take part in the event until the issue is fixed. If you fail to fix the problem before the race you will not be given a refund.
Race Format : We run a Two Race Format at each Event. There is no fixed format for the event but we generally choose to send the Auto 50cc Class and the 65cc Class out for the 1st race at 10.00am ( However if they request a sighting lap this is done at 09.45am) and this race lasts 1 hour and fifteen minutes. At the end of this race the Older Groups of 85cc Small Wheel and Big Wheel, 125cc, 144cc, 150cc & 250cc $ stroke Machines race from 11.30am – 1.00pm, a race of 1.5 Hours. However if the course is really wet or difficult we will reverse the order & send the older children out 1st to make it easier for the junior class. The decision will be made on the day by the Clerk of the Course Mr Pete Carter.
Trophies : Are awarded at every event, there are trophies presented down to 5th place in every class. The Trophies from the 1st event of the day will be given when the second race is roughly 10 minutes underway.
Camping : Is always available overnight free of charge, no campfires.
Toilets : Are provided on Race Day for everyone, please keep them clean.
Jetwashing : No jet washing is allowed at any of our events
Food & Drinks : We be on site at every event serving Hot Food & Drinks
Video : We have secured the services of a 1st Class Camera Man to Video ALL our Events in 2011. If there is enough demand we will Produce & sell the DVD’s at £10.00 each.
Marshals : We are always looking for additional help when it comes to responsible marshals. We would be very grateful if you wanted to sign on to assist as either a walking marshal or riding marshal.
All marshals should sign on and receive a High Vis Yellow British Youth Enduro bib with a Marshal Number on. We would ask that Walking Marshals help picking up riders etc in a fixed point.
The riding marshals are not allowed to just follow and help their own child ( as this does not work from experience) but must assist all fallen or injured riders until medical help arrives.
There will be a maximum number of riding marshals per event and this will vary depending on the track.
Marshals are on a 1st come 1st served bases, thank you.
Payment : There are two ways in which you can pay to enter an event, join the club or become a Member.
The 1st is on our secure website where you can select the event, membership etc that you require, pop in your Credit Card Details . Its Quick , easy, safe and saves queuing at signing on.
The 2nd is to Pay Cash on the Day & fill in the forms, its whatever suits you the best.
Contact Details : Please contact the Club as below
British Youth Enduro
Unit 7 Merebrook Business Park
Hanley Road, Malvern, Worcestershire, WR13 6NP
Tel : 0845 200490
Fax : 0845 200590
Elaine : 07872 482567
Darren : 07973 239430
Email : info@britishyouthenduro.com
