The only official skate event of its kind in the UK will be held at Colchester Sports Park, a new, top of the range facility, on 11th May 2025.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to cover the greatest possible distance in 6 Hours in your category, taking turns in teams or (for the brave of heart among you) as a solo skater. Duo and teams skate one at a time in a relay, changing as often as you like and whenever you feel those legs need a respite. There will be a Le Mans style start (starting members will line up on one side of track and dash across the tarmac to put on their skates). Teams will need to wear matching clothing to assist with identification.
The challenge is suitable for and open to all skaters, whether your preference is quads or inlines, and perfect training for Le Mans – or perhaps simply just a challenge, or to raise funds for a beloved charity. For international skaters it is also an excellent way to combine skating and a visit to the vast attractions of London. Fancy dress is encouraged.
Please click the links below for more information:
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CONDITIONS OF CONTEST (RULES)
There is an age limit of 13 (Cadet and above) for this event. These younger skaters will be required to skate as part of larger teams of 5 or more, including two skaters of youth (15 – 16 years) age or above. Youth skaters (15 – 16 years of age) will need to participate as part of a team of four or more (or three if a team member is unable to participate on the day).
For the first time, an assisted wheelchair category has been added. Please use the “Categories and Cost of entry” link above for further information.
Electronic chip timing means real-time tracking and accurate results are sent straight to your screen, and provides telemetry which can be used by you and the team to monitor your progress. Please check the event page and website for updates on prizes/sponsors.There will be a photographer present taking photos of you all which will be available to purchase, and each team will receive a digital certificate detailing the total distance covered during the event. All skaters receive a participant medal.
There will be gold silver and bronze medals for winners and two runners up of each category. Please refer to the above links for details of prizes and our sponsors for this years event.
Registration closes on 4 May 2025 at midnight. There is no late or on the day entry.