The quest to push the boundaries of mountain biking continues at Innerleithen with the debut of a new event format in Traquair Forest on 3 November at the Full Beam Day Night Mini Downhill Race.

Taking the Mini Downhill format as a basis, riders push their bikes up to the start of the course for practice runs, then as night falls, the action starts. Using lights attached to helmets and handlebars, the racers will negotiate the same course under cover of darkness for their race runs.

Helen Findlay, of Innerleithen MTB Racing said, “We like to keep things interesting for the riders and with the awesome new light technology coming from innovative companies like Full Beam making it possible, night riding and racing is just one more way to increase the fun factor in mountainbiking”.

The event will be closely followed on 4 November by round three of the Mini Downhill series for ages 10-18. Both events take place with the agreement and co-operation of Forestry Commission Scotland. To find out more visit www.innerleithenmtbracing.com.

Online entries for the Full Beam Day Night Downhill are £25, the Mini DH £15 and available via the British Cycling entry system.