Following the retirement of our previous timing provider, Pedal Motion (Martin and Jayne Harris), who had supported the series for many years, we undertook a competitive tender process and appointed a new provider for the 2026/27 season.
Unfortunately, the timing service delivered at the opening rounds did not meet the standards that riders, organisers and Scottish Cyclocross expect. As a result, we have been unable to produce reliable electronic race results and lap times for the first two events. We would like to thank the event organisers and volunteers who have dedicated hours of additional time to producing accurate results from manual backup records.
Since the opening round, committee members have been working extensively with the provider to resolve these issues. While improvements have been made, we have not reached the level of reliability required to confidently publish full electronic race data. On this basis, we have decided to part ways with Eventfull Management and try to find a solution that matches what was in place for previous seasons.
We recognise that lap times and detailed performance data are highly valued by many riders. However, our immediate priority is ensuring accurate overall race results and series standings. This has led us to develop new results and standings functionality on the Scottish Cyclocross website, helping us maintain up-to-date series standings while we address the wider timing challenges. It is also worth noting that ranking points are now listed on British Cycling for Knockburn Loch, and we are chasing them to get Muir of Ord points added.
As we continue to evaluate the available options, we must also balance service quality with affordability. Timing solutions capable of delivering the level of service we require can cost significantly more than previous arrangements, and we are conscious of the impact any additional costs could have on entry fees, particularly for families and younger riders.
At this stage, it is unlikely that detailed lap times for the first two rounds will be published. We are also reviewing what level of timing service can be delivered sustainably for the remainder of the season. If we are required to rely on manual backup records, race results may take longer to process than in previous years, with publication potentially moving from Sunday evening to Monday.
We understand the frustration this situation has caused and share that frustration ourselves. Please be assured that resolving the timing and results challenges remains the number one priority for the committee. We will provide a further update as soon as we are in a position to confirm a longer-term solution.
For Chatelherault, Colin Chisholm has agreed to lead a team of volunteers, and we hope to have an accurate set of electronic results. Thank you for your patience, understanding and continued support – see you on Sunday!
Scottish Cyclocross Committee
