As has previously been promised, during the weekend (on the Saturday) we will be running a 'just for fun' event to keep you busy.

I have produced a short information sheet to set out what this is, how it will be run, and how the winners will be identified - Although anyone who rides in the Lakes is already a winner.

Now, just to be very clear on this, anyone who comes to the Lakes 2011 meet is a big boy/girl and is wholly responsible for their own actions.


So, here's the information :



What is NavtXT ?

NavtXT, or Navigation Test is a test of your skills at plotting a route on a map and following it. The purpose of this test is for you to plan and navigate your route around some pre-defined Markers. Each Marker will have a value assigned to it. The winner will have attained the highest score and have plotted the most scenic route through the Lake District. The prize is the sights you will see along the way.


Can we play as a team?

Yes, teams are allowed, but restricted to a maximum of two. You can of course have larger teams but for the purposes of any awards at the end, we only have allowed for two. Pillions will not be counted for the purpose of a ‘team, i.e. a rider and pillion will be considered as a single entry.
What are the rules?

The law requires that you use the road in accordance with the highway code and your vehicle complies with all legal regulations. The planning team further ask that you behave in a manner that does not bring the Forum into disrepute.

This isn’t an organised event, you are free to take part or not. You are not expected to do anything at all and the planning team (for the weekend) would never expect you to do anything you are not comfortable or capable with/of.

In terms of awards we do have a few rules to ensure the ‘winners’ are fairly treated and cheating is avoided. These are shown below.
 

How do I play?

You will collect a road book that lists all of the Markers and some OS map prints to assist. You will need to provide a large are map of the area yourself (any road map will be good enough). You will also be given another basic map that shows all of the Markers general location, each Marker will have a unique identifier (XT001, XT002 etc).

In the road book you will find listed, all of the Marker identifiers along with information to identify the locations, GPS Lat/Lon coordinates; OS map references, descriptions of the Marker and small photograph (so you know the Markers when you see them). You should plot your route from Marker to Marker based on the type of roads you like to travel along, using the maps and Marker values to determine what you think is the best route

Once you have found the marker you will need to carry out the required action. This might be to answer a question about the Marker or take a rubbing (like a brass rubbing – pencil, paper & demonstration will be given if you are unsure).

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