Scottish Cycling Mountain Bike Cross country series

The first race of the Scottish Cycling Mountain Bike Cross country series was held at Dalbeattie forest today Sunday 28th March. With an exceptionally good entry list of 289 riders across all categories including an excellent 70 riders in the "schools" category the event was a great success.

Principal Results:

Mens Elite (approx. 30 miles)
1. James Ouchterlonie, Angus Bike Shed: 2hrs 00.26mins
2. Paul NewnHam, Halfords Bikehut: + 04.46mins
3. Gareth Montgomerie Ride On: +05.36mins

Ladies Elite (approx. 20 miles)
1. Hazel Wakefield ERV Bianchi UK: 1hr 47.44mins
2. Ruth McGavigan, Eastern Region Velo/ Bianchi UK: +00.35 mins
3. Catherine Niblock, Drumlanrig.com/ Rik's Bike Shed: +02.20 mins

Jack Wardell; SXC Publicity