Schwalbe British 4X Series – Round 1

The 2014 British 4X season begins in two weeks time – 6th April with round 1 of the Schwalbe British 4X Series at Harthill in Cheshire.

After a fantastic 2013 season, the 2014 series has grown yet again, with interest and pre entries to the series at an all time high.

Growth, in particular in the female categories has been fantastic in the last 12 months and we are looking forward to record numbers of female competitors again at Harthill on 6th April.

The Harthill track, last year, provided one of the best races of the entire year. Huge crowds flocked to the race and the atmosphere was fantastic. The track has a sand base which is great, as no matter what, the weather the track runs perfectly. With tight turns at the top, high speed in the mid section, pro line doubles and rhythm sections, this track has it all and will be the perfect start to 2014 British 4X season.

2013 Schwalbe British 4X Series Champion, Scott Beaumont, will be looking to start the season well to try and defend his Series title. After a solid winter of training on his BMX bike, he looks to be hungry for success again in 2014.

'The Schwalbe British 4X Series is one of the highlights of the year for me. Great tracks, fun weekends and racing everyone again. I can't wait to get started at Harthill' said Scott.

Back to full fitness will be Lewis Lacey. After an injury plagued 2013 season, Lewis comes into the season as one of the favourites, as long as the form he was showing 12 months ago is still there. Rumour has it he is riding faster than ever, so look for the 414 plate of Lewis to be in contention for the win.Nathan Parsons will surely be a threat once more. The strongest rider in 4X spends his days in the gym and nights at the track. Natedogg is always a crowd favourite and 2014 could be his year. Oggy, Duncan Ferris, Will Evans, and Alex Metcalfe will all be there fighting for the win.

How about the Juniors and Seniors that are moving to Elite? Dave Richardson, senior winner last year will definitely be making an impact in 2014. At the National Championships in 2013 he was the only senior rider to make the final, stunning some of the elites!

Luke Cryer was the junior champion last year and likewise look for him to really shake up the elites in 2014.In Elite women's, Cara Murray will be the favourite coming into 2014. For a few years now she has been the bridesmaid and never the bride.

2014 could be the year that Cara finally takes the title. Jess Greaves will be in the hunt as well and Liz Fowler will be looking to continue pushing for the wins in 2014. Renee Diwell, Clare Curtis and Mabel Mundy will all be fighting for wins too. The women's race is always unpredictable and offers some of the most exciting racing at every British round. All British 4X rounds are accessible to all.

From rippers aged 10 years and older, beginners who can enter Fun (12 to 17 yearolds) and Big Fun (18+) all the way up to Vets, there is a class for you.

With entry costs holding at £25 for pre entry and £30 on the day, there is no cheaper way of racing your Mountain Bike all day long with no queues, great viewing for spectators and a fun atmosphere that will make you want to keep coming back for more.

We look forward to seeing you trackside, but remember, there is a pump track and foam pit on site as well so if you want to bring your bike along to play then Harthill is the perfect venue for you.

See you there.

To enter the race follow this link: www.britishcycling.org.uk