The Crossing 12th - 14th July 2013

Forging a defining line across Northern England, justly famous for its off-road biking, over 3 days you will undertake a classic journey from West Coast to East, passing through the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the North Yorkshire Moors and sampling some of the UK’s finest mountain biking as you go, alongside jaw-dropping scenery. This is a challenge open to the gnarly fat-tyre brigade as well as first-time adventurers. If you’ve never joined us on a Rat Race event before, rest assured, you are in good hands. We have the best events in the business, amazing routes, superb over-night facilities and an Army of Ratfans all around you enjoying the views n’ brews from Coast to Coast.

Journey’s end is in Scarborough, where you will dip a wheel in the waters of the North Sea before a well-earned ice cream, beer or, er, donkey ride!

News & Updates

04-02-13 - Route information updated. Click HERE to see what lies in store.

04-02-13 - Kit Advice updated. Click HERE to have a look.

04-02-13 - Mandatory Kit updated. Click HERE to make your checklist.

What Is Included In The Entry

The UK’s only Mountain Bike Expedition Event
Traverse 3 National Parks in 3 days
Fully way-marked course
Special edition Tech Tee worth £15
Free post event pictures with your finish time
No admin fee for changing participant details
2 free overnight camps with hot showers
Free bag transfer for all participants
Real ale bar and food available (at a cost) at the overnight camps and finish
Music with live MC at the overnight camps and the finish
High Quality Medal for all finishers
Electronic timing with full stage position results
Special edition Cycle Jerseys and other Event merchandise for sale
VAT at 20%