"but... 400km needs 5100m of climbing unless it the climbing section is done, say, as 4,000m in 300km hence the confusion".
The original climbing figure was calculated from contour counting from OS 50:000 maps. Literally all of the climbing is in the first 300 km, which requires only 4000 m of ascent. Suggest we leave it as it is and see what the altimeter readings are from the event.
I've kept the route to the A6108 after Richmond, avoiding Catterick Garrison. This is of benefit to later riders as it avoids the prospect of climbing over Downholme Moor in the dark.
I've ordered 60 brevet cards. I've 60 entries but 10 people have already dropped out so entries will remain open all week.
Andy Corless
Organiser
Heartbeat 400