On closer inspection and reflection, I won't be entering.
The womens race is two laps and the mens race is three. Hmn. I realise that this is a low-key event aiming to raise money for charity. However I've raised thousands of pounds for charity and all have been done on courses that are open to both men and women! Between you and me I'll let you know I've beaten quite a few men to the line in my time so I don't think I'd get too tired doing the three laps.
I'm coming from triathlon where I've never seen this pre-1890 rule applied, and I'm wondering whether most cycling events are classified like this? Can anyone help me out here?
I've written a polite enquiry to the organiser to bring it to their attention. BTW as this is a public forum I'm being very restrained in this post.