In an invite sent out today by the ACU for sponsorship of 2013 championships, indications are that in light of the controversy and debate over this year's no-stop rules in the British Championship, it would appear that there are plans for not one, but TWO British Championships next year - one for those on each side of the fence.
In a direct quote from the Press Release:
Please note that in 2013 there will be 2 British Solo Trials Championships:
British Solo Trials Championship – Stop Allowed Rules. ( TSR 22A)
Details are being finalised but it is envisaged that this would be a three round Championship on a restricted area closed course (each round one or two day duration).
Entries would be limited to a max of 25/30 riders of proven ability in possibly two classes.
British No-Stop Trials Championship. ( TSR 22B)
4 or 5 rounds, (each round 1 or two day duration) These events would follow a similar format to the 2012 BTC Championship however without the practice lap.
Will this move solve the problem or make things worse and even more confusing? Is it solving a problem or running away from it? Can you truly have TWO champions? Why not join the discussion on the TC Forums?