The 2020 Patchquick Trophy has been cancelled due to the Coronavirus. Originally scheduled for Little Silver in Devon on the evening of Wednesday June 24, but with ACU races banned until July 4, it was holed the club would run in July. But organisers have now said the event, which is
British Racing
Track boss wrongly arrested for running ride day
The Gale Common track, pre lockdown The boss of Gale Common Motoparc was arrested then later released without charge while running a private hire day at the circuit. A police officer visited the track and ordered the site to be closed, citing Covid-19 lockdown rules. But when the track owner refused
Hampshire dealer cleaned out by raiders
Well-known British motocross shop Onetwenty Motorsports has lost virtually all its stock after thieves broke in. Helmets, boots, goggles, and riding kits from brands like Bell, Thor, Arai, Shoei, 100%, Oakley and Alpinestars were lost in the raid. "Almost all of our stock is gone. I will get a full list
Police halt Mildenhall practice
After announcing a practice day for this weekend, the legendary Mildenhall has been forced to cancel after Suffolk Police ordered the event to be axed. That was despite the local authority and health and safety bosses giving the green light. It's a tough situation as several tracks have re-opened, mainly for
ACU advice on returning to riding
With some practice tracks reopening, the ACU has offers its take on the current situation, including a potential return to racing on July 4. It says: Please find below the latest UK Government advice for the phased return of sport and recreation in England. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-on-phased-return-of-sport-and-recreation/guidance-for-providers-of-outdoor-facilities-on-the-phased-return-of-sport-and-recreation https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-covid-19-guidance-on-phased-return-of-sport-and-recreation We are also requesting advice about track days
Plan for ACU and AMCA return to racing
ACU meet to discuss Covid lockdown
Britain's bikesport federation is to make an announcement in the next couple of days about a potential return to action, following yesterday's Government relaxing of some lockdown rules. The ACU statement says: The Prime Minister delivered an address to the nation on Sunday, 10th May in which he announced a 'conditional
ACU and AMCA clampdown on illegal riding
Despite the current lockdown, some people are choosing to flout the rules and risk the future of our sport by illegally utilising Forestry Commission land and private venues. Illegal activity on Forestry Commission land is a criminal offence and puts all legitimate events at risk. The ACU take a zero tolerance approach
