| Road Marshals and
Signs: are provided at each major road
junctions/crossings ie Ardachy, Laggan, Newtonmore, Kingussie,
Loch Insh and Kincraig - please follow their instructions.
Cattle grids: the
first part of road cycle section will have only partial
covers (approx ½ road width)
Water/Snacks:
carefully consider carrying
your own and enough to be self-sufficient!
Track/Road
conditions: the
hill has some steep, rocky and eroded sections (which are
very technical for bikers) and require great care. Bikers
may be required to carry bikes over difficult terrain.
The road sections are all in good
condition with some undulating sections!
Railway
Crossing: The cycle route includes a railway
level crossing which may be closed for several minutes when
trains pass - be prepared to wait!
Cairngorm
Mountain Rescue Team: The CMRT Vehicle will be located
at the bottom of the Zig Zag section.
STRICT
RULES FOR YOUR SAFETY ...
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Display your event number clearly
at all times, know it, and be prepared to shout it out when
asked
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Pay strict attention to
marshals and the route-marking
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Stay on the hill track where possible, observe the Country
Code and take care - erosion and flood damage have made
certain sections of the Pass very
difficult
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Walkers must plan to be at Garva BY 4PM
or accept a lift and allow hill-safety stations to stand
down
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Road Cyclists must be aware of other road users
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If you have a known Medical Condition,
please write the details on the back of your competitor
number at Registration and mark the front with a
large X (pens will be available)
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