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Brass Monkeys 2 - The New Year Hangover: Results and Photographs
by Paul Howard, 08 Jan 17. Results [ 1» ] Photos [ 1» ]
Round 2 may have been titled the New Year Hangover but judging by the enthusiasm and pace of the 100's of riders there weren't many hangovers lingering. The 2 hour race shot off round the start field at xc race pace, riders keen to establish position in the fun singletrack that followed - and there was plenty of it. Those more used to racing the 12:12 TORQ in your Sleep at Minley Manor will have noticed a real mix up to the trails with some old favourites such as Back to Front, Sponge Bob, and Banksey split into two sections. Everything was very rideable as a light mizzle descended, subtly changing the character of the course and trail conditions. It just made drifting into the corners letting the bike choose it's own natural path even more fun. Or was that just me?!
So the racing was incredibly tight in most categories with podium positions separated only by seconds in some cases. You can review all the lap times and positions via the Results link above. Kevin Sheldrake was as always lurking in the undergrowth capturing your best moments and his photographs will be posted soon.
Series Points comprising both Round 1 and 2 are now published. Don't forget all rounds count and you must score in all rounds to count toward a series result.
Round 3 is on the 5th February and the venue will be announced shortly. In the meantime our Spring Series begins on the 22nd January at Area 51, Frimley Green. See you there.
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