Before you ride

I confirm that within the last 14 days:

• I have not tested positive or shown systems of Covid-19.
• No one in my household has tested positive or shown symptoms of Covid-19.
• No one in my household is considered vulnerable or extremely vulnerable as defined in the current UK Government guidance.

Please Read Before Riding

All riders MUST book online (www.exeterbikepark.co.uk) before riding and sign a disclaimer at registration.

NOTICE

WARNING TO RIDERS AND THE PUBLIC CYCLING CAN BE DANGEROUS

Despite the organisers taking all reasonable precautions, unavoidable accidents can happen.

Please comply with all instructions of marshals and notices and remain in permitted areas only.

THEY ARE CONCERNED WITH YOUR SAFETY

Riders Code of Conduct

Safety Briefing and Terms and Conditions

Below are a few points we would like you to consider before riding to ensure the health and safety of all riders.

1. Mountain biking like any extreme sport, is dangerous and includes obstacles which can be physically testing. There is a risk of injury and death when undertaking such activities.
2. Ensure you ride within your ability. We advise all riders look at the trails before they ride.
3. Trails are graded according to ability (Blue, Red, Black & Yellow), ensure you are competent to ride each track. If in doubt start on the easier (Blue) trails and work your way up.
4. ‘Pre-Ride > Re-Ride > Freeride’. Please be aware of your own ability and familiarise yourself with the tracks before riding.
5. Ensure you have correct equipment and check the maintenance of your bike before riding.
6. ‘No Helmet, No Ride’ – You must wear correctly fitted (BS EN 1078) helmet.
7. A properly fitting full-face helmet, eye protection, knee pads, body armour, neck brace, back protection and gloves are highly recommended.
8. If you do not have a helmet you are not permitted to ride.
9. It is your responsibility to ensure you and your equipment is fit for purpose.
10. Do not walk or ride up the trails. If you have to stop please try and move off the trail as soon as possible.
11. Please take your litter home with you and do not leave rubbish or bottles beside the trials or in the car park.
12. In the unfortunate case of an accident or injury, please ensure you report it to a member of staff.
13. The owners reserve the right to revoke day passes and / or ban riders from Exeter Bike Park for breaching the Riders Code, Mountain Bike and Equipment Checklist or on grounds of safety.
14. If you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs you are not permitted to ride.
15. The rider in front has priority. If switching from one trail to another check there is no one behind you on the other trail. The person already on the other trail has priority.
16. A parent or guardian must accompany all riders aged 16 or under at all times at a ratio of 1 parent or guardian to a maximum of three riders aged 16 or under.
17. All participants under the age of 18 will need to provide a signed consent form from a parent or legal guardian.

Mountain Bike and Equipment Checklist

Exeter Bike Park is demanding on both bike and body. Before riding, always inspect your equipment or have it checked by a qualified bike mechanic.

1. We recommend the use of modern long travel, full suspension bikes with hydraulic disk brakes.
2. ‘No helmet, No ride’. Helmets are a mandatory requirement for all riders.
3. Full face helmets are recommended for the yellow trail. Please ensure that your helmet and personal protective equipment is in good shape and is properly fitted.
4. Ensure your bike is fit for purpose – inspect bike frame for cracks, damage or dented areas.
5. Ensure you have sufficient brake pads to stop your bike while descending.
6. Front and rear axles should be tight.
7. Headset and stem must be secure with no looseness or play.
8. Check that your tyres and rims are in good condition with no tears or cuts in the sidewall or the tyres or any cracks in the rims. Spokes should be tight and intact. Tyre pressures checked and set according to manufactures recommendations.
9. Handlebars and handlebar grips must be tight and unable to spin.
10. Seat and seat post need to be fastened securely.
11. Suspension should be in good working order with no leaks or loose parts.
12. It is recommended that handle bar plugs are installed.

Emergency Information

In the event of an accident, please inform a member of staff as soon as possible.

In case of an emergency dial 999 or 111.

By proceeding you agree to release Exeter Bike Park and its staff, officials, representatives, affiliates, sponsors, land owners and volunteers from any and all liability, claims, demands, negligence, actions and causes of actions whatsoever for any loss, claim, damage, injury, illness, legal fees or action arising out of my participation at Exeter Bike Park. This release extends to any claim made by my family, estate, heirs, or assigns arising from or in any way connected with the aforementioned activities.

The trails at Exeter Bike Park are technical and demanding on both bike and body. Before riding always inspect your equipment or have it checked by a qualified bike mechanic. If in doubt, do not ride.

• We recommend the use of modern long-travel, full suspension bikes with hydraulic disk brakes.
• ‘No helmet, No ride’. Helmets are a mandatory requirement for all riders. 
• Full face helmets are recommended for the yellow trail. Please ensure that your helmet and personal protective equipment is in good shape and is property fitted.
• Ensure your bike is fit for purpose – inspect your bike frame for cracks, damage or defective areas.
• Ensure you have sufficient brake pads to stop your bike while descending.
• Front and rear axles should be tight.
• Headset and stem must be secure with no looseness or play.
• Check that the tyres and rims are in good condition with no tears or cuts in the sidewall or the tyres or any cracks in the rims. Spokes should be tight and intact. Tyre pressures checked and set according to manufactures recommendations.  
• Handlebars and handlebar grips must be tight and unable to spin.
• Seat and seat post need to be fastened securely.
• Suspension should be in good working order with no leaks or loose parts.
• It is recommended that handle bar plugs are installed.