Cumberland County MCC host the 6th round of the Novogar series on Sunday 7th June at Newbiggin near Brampton Cumbria. The Alan Trophy trial is also a round of the National over 40 championship.

2009 will be the first time that a 50/50 route will be introduced aimed at increasing the entry numbers and should appeal to competent Clubman riders. The natural streams, rocks and banks which normally feature in the 2 x ten mile laps of 22 sections will now have an alternative route by-passing the biggest steps and waterfalls. It is also thre intention to run the trial without roadwork.( Subject to confirmation)

Entries will remain open until Tuesday 2nd June so ring Event Secretary Alan Stewart (01228 526858) or Download a form from the ACU website and send it in. Gary Bingley will again be Clerk of the Course and will answer any questions on 07968 845010. Please contact Gary if you would like to volunteer as an Observer as your help would be very welcome indeed.

The Alan is a good traditional trial with great natural sections, a good lap, great scenery and should not be missed.

It is now confirmed that the Alan Trophy hosted by Cumberland County MCC will be run 'OFF-ROAD' 100%. The Trial starts at Newbiggin village 6 miles from Brampton.

The format of the trial is similar to recent years with 2 laps of approx 9 miles and 22 sections per lap. The main Novogar route will be supplemented by a 50/50 route missing out the toughest parts of the 'bigger' sections. Entries close Tuesday 2nd June so hurry up and ring Alan Stewart on 01228 526858.

For Any willing observers please ring Gary Bingley on 07968 845010 and if you can bring a bike all the better.