Here you’ll find essential information regarding the Suffolk 100.
Please ensure you’ve read the SportiveUK Disclaimer.
Event HQ
Event HQ
Kesgrave Community and Conference Centre (KWMCC)
12 Acre Approach
Kesgrave
Ipswich
Suffolk IP5 1JF
The Event HQ will be manned from 7.15am to 4.30pm
Registration
Registration
Collect your timing chip and number up to half an hour before your chosen start wave.
Please do not arrive more than 30 mins before your chosen start time as you will not be able to collect your rider number or start earlier.
Once your allocated wave time arrives you can follow signs to the start line and begin.
On the Day Registration
People wishing to register on the day must fill a registration form and pay for their entry in cash. A form can be downloaded Here.
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Please take note of the allotted registration times as you will not be able to register beforehand.
Cycling Equipment Requirements
Suitable Tyres
It might seem obvious, but you must make sure you have suitable tyres for puncture-free riding. If you are running on old tyres, think about getting a set of new ones for the ride – sitting around waiting for a pickup won’t be much fun.
Participants are responsible for their cycle, which must be fully roadworthy.
You must have at least:
- A hand pump, spare inner tubes and a small multi-tool. We also recommend you have money, a mobile phone and spare clothes in case of any adverse weather conditions.
- You must also have a water bottle/cage and be carrying some food.
Timing Chip Attachment
The timing chips are pre-attached to rider numbers. You will be given cable ties to attach the rider number to your handlebars.
Please attach the before you start and make sure you pass through the gantry when you finish.
Course Signs and GPX/TCX Route Files
A link to the Garmin GPX/TCX files will be sent via email on Friday – this is so we can send out the correct routes after checking there are no issues around the courses. The link will also be available on the website.
We do our best to try and make sure your ride on the road runs as smoothly as possible by marking the roads. If you find you have not seen a marker for a while, stop and consult your map, ask someone, or find a landmark and give us a call using the number provided on the back of your number.
The Routes, Feed Stations and Toilet Stops
The Long route has 3 available stops. These are at 27/56/82 miles. These are at Snape/Huntingfield/Kettleburgh.
The Long route comes to a junction just after 46 miles at Blythburgh which turns right onto the A12. Although the speed limit is 30mph, you should be aware that you will turn right onto the A12 – vehicles approaching from your left (Ipswich direction) travel around a left-hand bend, so visibility is reduced. Be careful when making this manoeuvre as you will be starting from a stopped position.
The Route Splits
The Short route splits from the Medium and Long routes at just over 15 miles at a place called Chillesford, where the short will turn left and the long/medium continue straight. It will be fully signed and will be obvious which way you need to turn. Your feed stop is at 27 miles.
The Long route splits right and the Medium route splits left at 34 miles in. The Long route then heads towards Dunwich and continues an anti-clockwise journey around the course until Huntingfield feed stops at 56 miles and the last stop at Kettleburgh village hall where you will have 18 miles to go.
The split point for the long route will be taken down at 10:45 am, if you don’t reach the split by then you will be automatically sent around the medium route. This is so you are guaranteed to make it around the course on time.
The Medium route splits left from the Long route at 34 miles. It then continues the route anti-clockwise until the second feed stops at 46 miles, and then onto the final push of 18 miles.
All Routes
All routes will have mile indicators after each split point to confirm that you are on the correct route.
At the last feed stop, there are only 18 miles to go – so stop and get refreshed before making the final push (and maybe a cup of tea.)
Standards and Categories
We have put together some standard times to make your ride results a little more interesting.
The Standard Times for 100 miles are:
Age Group 18 to 39 = 5:40 Gold, 6:00 Silver, 6:20 Bronze.
Age Group 40 to 49 = 5:55 Gold, 6:10 Silver, 6:30 Bronze.
Age Group 50 to 59 = 6:05 Gold, 6:20 Silver, 6:40 Bronze.
Age Group 60+ = 6:20 Gold, 6:40 Silver, 7:00 Bronze.
The Standard Times for 63 miles are:
Age Group 18 to 39 = 3:35 Gold, 3:55 Silver, 4:15 Bronze.
Age Group 40 to 49 = 3:50 Gold, 4:05 Silver, 4:25 Bronze.
Age Group 50 to 59 = 4:00 Gold, 4:15 Silver, 4:35 Bronze.
Age Group 60+ = 4:15 Gold, 4:35 Silver, 4:55 Bronze.
The Standard Times for 45 miles are:
Age Group 18 to 39 = 2:35 Gold, 2:55 Silver, 3:20 Bronze
Age Group 40 to 49 = 2:45 Gold, 3:05 Silver, 3:30 Bronze
Age Group 50 to 59 = 2:55 Gold, 3:20 Silver, 3:45 Bronze
Age Group 60+ = 3:15 Gold, 3:40 Silver, 4:05 Bronze.
Ladies add 20 mins to each category
Emergencies and Problems
If you need mechanical assistance we recommend you text your problem and location to the mechanic whose number is on the reverse of the rider number. Texting your location makes it much easier for the mechanic to quickly respond to you.
You are required to wear a helmet, please ride carefully and respect the locals, horses and motorists.
British Cycling Standards
You are required to wear a helmet, please ride carefully and respect the locals and motorists.
We suggest riders carry food, drink, money, a mobile phone, spare inner tubes, a working pump, a basic tool kit and spare clothing sufficient to complete the ride being undertaken, taking into account the route and possible adverse weather conditions.
Participants will be responsible for their cycle which must be fully roadworthy.
It is the responsibility of all entrants to carry a map of the route. We will provide maps before the event. GPX/TCX files will also be sent out to you via an email link
All of our Events are run to the British Cycing Non competitive guidelines .
Included in the entry fee is Third Party Insurance provided by Insignia Underwriters.
The wearing of hard shell helmets conforming to CE standards EN1078 is mandatory for all riders at all times whilst on the course.
ALL RIDERS MUST CARRY a form of identification showing their name, address and the contact details of a person to be advised in the event of an accident.
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