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Merida Brass Monkeys R3 - 22nd January - Last chance to enter
by Jane Lucas, 13 Jan 12.
The last round of the very popular Brass Monkeys Series is at Hungry Hill, Aldershot. The picturesque 8 mile lap containing 1000ft of total ascent will encourage 'granny ring racing', but it will all be worth it for the great fast flowing descents and the spectacular views which follow. Watch the Preview video...
Merida Brass Monkeys R2 - Tunnel Hill Race Report
by Joolze Dymond, 21 Dec 11. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
With entries selling out in record time for the 2nd round of the Merida Brass Monkeys enduro, this was definitely the race to be at. Even Jack Frost couldn’t wait to make an appearance, his chilly breath certainly adding a festive feel to this pre Christmas leg spinner!
Merida Brass Monkeys R2 - Tunnel Hill Results and Photographs
by Paul Howard, 18 Dec 11. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
The Christmas shopping was put on hold for a sell-out round 2 of the Merida Brass Monkeys festive fun at Tunnel Hill. Always a favourite venue amongst riders there was a good mix of the classic old trails such as P45, Deja Vue and Sleeping Squaddies plus some newbies; such as the as yet unnamed bottle losing descent to the railway bridge, superb fun. If you wish to ride Tunnel Hill and any other Ministry of Defence Areas please visit the Trail Action Group to understand the requirements of riding in these sensitive areas. TAG are liasing with the Army to ensure cycle access is maintained. Have a great Christmas break and we'll see you all in the New Year ready for Round 3 on the 22nd January at Hungry Hill near Aldershot.
Merida Brass Monkeys R1 - Race Report
by Joolze Dymond, 30 Nov 11. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
With Christmas just round the corner who'd have thought that we'd see hundreds of riders decked in shorts and jersey's enjoying a warm winter blast around the cheeky trails at Porridgepot Hill as the opening round of the popular Merida Brass Monkey's Enduro series got underway.
Merida Brass Monkeys R1 - Results & Photographs
by Paul Howard, 27 Nov 11. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
"20 degrees of separation"... who'd have thought it, this time last year we rolled up to race in -5degC on icy trails and today +15degC on equally dry trails. A massive turnout in both the 2hr and 4hr races ensured plenty of action with some stunning lap times and sprints right to the finish line. What a fantastic way to start the Brass Monkeys series and we look forward to seeing you all again at Tunnel Hill on the 18th December where you are guaranteed another awesome course. Full results and photographs are available via the links above.
Merida Brass Monkeys Series 2011
by Jane Lucas, 17 Nov 11.
Now that the XC season is over and the weather’s getting colder, there’s only one thought in our heads MERIDA BRASS MONKEYS brought to you by Gorrick and the Army. You can expect some outstanding courses carefully sorted for
Enduro racing...
Endura Autumn Classic 2: Crowthorne Wood results and photos
by Paul Howard, 13 Nov 11. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
Another cracking day out in the woods for a well attended final Autumn Classic of 2011. Full results are published with photos now available, to view them register on Joolze's website to gain full access. We're now looking forward to the Merida Brass Monkey Enduros beginning in just a fortnight at the legendary Porridgepot Hill, a fantastic course with fun singletrack aplenty.
Endura Autumn Classic 2: Preview
by Jane Lucas, 08 Nov 11.
It's our last XC event of the year on 13th November, so of course we're at our much loved home venue of Crowthorne Wood, Crowthorne, Berks. It's always a fun and sociable event with a great course...
Test Valley Tour: 6th November - Cool MTB Challenge Event Preview
by Jane Lucas, 02 Nov 11.
The final event of this year's Test Valley Tour is the hugely popular mountain bike Cool Challenge. The fully way marked route will feature all your favourite off road trails in glorious north west Hampshire including the much loved ‘Woods’ section...
2012 Race Event Dates Published
by Paul Howard, 02 Nov 11.
We're keeping ahead of the game and have scheduled dates and provisional venues for the 2012 XC Races and Enduros...
16 Feb 25
09 Mar 25
