After putting on the Cannock Chase Classic MTB events we were in-undated with requests to do something similar for runners. They wanted something based on a similar course to the MTB races with plenty of mud, hills (up and down)... something of a real challenge! So we thought why not put on a whole weekends events with a running race together with something for the kids and then something for the MTBers. We got in touch with Forme Bikes, explained the idea and they loved it....Tread or Shred was born!

Most of the time the children's races don't really get much thought. A quick 10 or 15 minutes in the afternoon when there's a break in the other events. At Run & Ride we're all about encouraging newcomers to the sport of cycling and running and where better to start than with the kids. Starting from 1pm we'll have a full afternoon of Children's (plus older kids) mountain bike racing. Starting with the U10's right through to under 18's. Some will race a specifically shortened course whilst others will complete 1 full lap of the 10k course that the runners used in the morning.

• Discipline: XC Mountain Bike Racing
• Start Time:
  • Under 10's - 1pm (10 minutes racing)
  • Under 13's - 1.30pm (15 minutes racing)
  • Juvenille - 2.10pm (1 lap)
  • Youth - 2.05pm (1 lap)
  • Junior - 2pm (2 laps)
  • Price - U10's / U12's £3.50 - All others £10

Due to popluar demand we've added a fun and first timers MTB race on Saterday afternoon. Quite simple this one, male or female categories compete over 1 lap....simple, good fun racing! 

Another plus....the entry fee. Only £12.50 per rider, BARGIN

We've wanted to put on an enduro on Cannock Chase for some time. It's terrain and surface makes it ideal. Good draining soil means it's 99% ridable regardless of the weather plus we think it's got the right amount of climbs / descents to make the course testing without being stupid! There's many formats around for Enduro's at the moment. We've opted for a 2hr or 4hr solo format because we feel it's what best suits everybody. The super fit guys will cover 4hrs no problem as will those who do a fair amount of training and want to push themselves. Then the 2hr option is great for those who want to have ago or those who just don't get chance to build up enough fitness for the longer events. Also by having just a solo category it means everybody gets the chance to pit themselves against their training partner, best mate or arch enemy! 

The rules are quite simple - From the start you must complete as many laps as you can within 2hr or 4hrs. After the 2hrs or 4hrs is up then you can complete the lap that you've currently on but your not allowed to start a new lap. The person who's completed the most laps wins

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  • Discipline - MTB Enduro
  • Start Time - 10.30am
  • Distance - 2hr or 4hr
  • Price - £20.00 (2hr) £25.00 (4hr) (inc free t shirt )
  • Categories - Fun or Racer (Male or Female)

Info for Riders

Rules Helmets must be worn at all times whilst you are on course with your bike. Your bike must be in good working order and suitable for the terrain. Any areas on the bike that could cause damage to yourself or others during a crash must be covered. E.g open ends of handle bars / bar ends. Suitable clothing must be worn for the conditions. Abusive or offensive behaviour towards the organisers or other competitors will not be tolerated. Please refrain from using any offensive language. Please remember that you will be in a public place and whilst we have the backing from the Forestry Commission to use the land we must still share it with other members of the public. Please be courteous towards other competitors when passing. If passing a back-marker please give them plenty of warning that you will pass on the left or right. You must then wait for a suitable moment. Remember everybody has the same right to be on the course as you. Anybody found to be barging past or endangering others will be disqual