Ready to give bike racing a go? Come and try Muddy Monsters!

Fancy trying something new on your bike? Join us on the grass banking at our velodrome at Gosling Sports Park in Welwyn Garden City for a morning of off-road racing, friendly competition and cycling fun!

Designed especially for young riders who are new to racing, these events are a great way to build confidence, develop skills and discover the thrill of competing — with no previous racing experience needed.

The Muddy Monsters series takes place throughout the winter at clubs in St Albans, Welwyn, Ashwell and Cambridge. see https://www.muddymonsters.org.uk/ for more info.

Why enter?
- Fun for all abilities: open to youth novices in Under 6, U8, U10, U12 and U14* categories.
- Bring your bike: mountain bikes, cyclo-cross bikes or any other bike with two working brakes are welcome.
- Three races each: have a go at the Sprint, Endurance and fun Handicap races.
- Be part of the action: race on a proper off-road course in a friendly, supportive environment.

The Sprint and Endurance races count towards the series standings, while the final Handicap race is all about the fun!

Who can take part?
The series is aimed at riders who are starting out in racing and is designed to help prepare young cyclists for British Cycling regional events. It's not intended for riders who regularly compete in regional cyclocross or mountain bike series. NB FLAT PEDALS ONLY. No cleats allowed.

Race-day schedule
8:30am – Sign-in opens
8:45am – Course opens for practice
9:20am – Sign-in closes
9:30am – First race starts
Around 11:30am – Finish

Please arrive at least 30 minutes before your race to sign in, collect your race number, warm up and practise the course. A rider briefing will take place before racing begins.

What to bring
-Your bike, with two working brakes
-A helmet (compulsory)
-Gloves/mitts (recommended)
-Warm clothes/layers, and a change of clothes if it is very wet - the course gets muddy and so do the children!

Entry is just £5 per round, with entries also available on the day.

Ready to take on the challenge? Bring your bike, give racing a go and join us for a morning of two-wheeled fun!

*Age categories are based on year of birth, in line with British Cycling regional racing.