The Events
GPX files are emailed to riders on the Tuesday before the ride.
The Event Hub on 29th June is Cycle Gear, Horton Street, Halifax, HX1 1QE
Cycle Gear - 01422 344602
Any gravel bike / mountain bike / E-bike is welcome
2. On the day
Sign on from 7am
Enjoy a relaxed tea / coffee / biscuits inside the Event Hub
Head off when you're ready as there is NO ‘mass start’
There are toilet facilities in the bike shop
3. The routes
Each route is self-guided with no way markings saying ‘Mills n Moors route’
You will receive all gpx route files in the week leading up to the event
We ride on bridleways, farmers tracks, forest trails, urban greenways and the canal towpath
The routes are 80% ‘off-road’ on grass, gravel, peat and stone
Its your choice which route to ride as any type of bike is fine on each route
Minimum age of 12 years old when accompanied by a parent / guardian
4. The ride
The rides on the 'Mills n Moors Series' are a personal challenge.
There is no ‘mass start' as riders sign on, have a brew and depart when they’re ready
There are tracks across open moorland often with their own climate so appropriate layers and waterproofs are vital
A list of kit that you should carry is:
5. Minimum Kit List
Wear a helmet that complies with the latest EN1078, ANSI Z90/4 or SNELL standards
Waterproof clothes including full length trousers and jacket
Warm layers for changing into stored in a dry bag
An emergency thermal bag
Front and rear lights
New event badge for 2025
26th January event hub
Our event hub for the January event is Cycle Gear, an independent bike shop in Halifax.
68 Horton Street, Halifax, HX1 1QE
01422 344602
23rd February event hub
Our event hub for the February event is Blazing Saddles, an independent bike shop in Hebden Bridge
35 West End, Hebden Bridge, HX7 8UQ
01422 844435
30th March event hub
Our event hub for the March event is Marsh Farm a working arable (crop) farm:
114 Marsh Lane, Shepley, Huddersfield, HD8 8AS.
Phone: 07710 517754
Contact
Any question about the ride then please contact Adrian at: yorkshiredivide@gmail.com
What is the minimal kit I need to carry?
Wear a helmet that complies with the latest EN1078, ANSI Z90/4 or SNELL standards
Waterproof clothes including full length trousers and jacket
Warm layers for changing into stored in a dry bag
An emergency thermal bag
Front and rear lights