Policies detailed herein include:-

• 1. FTH Code of Practice
  2. FTH Participation Statement
  3. FTH Competitor Rules
  4. FTH Complaints Policy & Procedure
  5. FAQ
  6. Commercial Photography & Filming
  7. Drone Policy

NOTE: Participation Statement and Code of practice must be read and understood by all riders. By purchasing an uplift ticket and / or participating in the event, you are agreeing to adhere to the Code of Practice and Participation Statement.

1. FTH Code of Practice

Applies to all persons involved including event committee, helpers, officials and any other persons associated or connected with Float The Highlands (FTH) events.

• ONEWHEELING (including racing) SERVED BY CHAIR LIFT ACCESS
  Onewheeling is a hazardous sport. Tracks at Glencoe mountain with chair uplift are steep and difficult in places. The downhill mountain bike tracks have been designed for bikes, and the road for access to the site; as such, they should only be attempted by experienced users. You may fall or have to walk sections. Glencoe Mountain Resort Limited and Float The Highlands Limited accept no liability for any loss or injury arising from your use of their tracks and / or participation in Float the Highlands events.

• Minimum Age
  Minimum age for riding the tracks is 10 years - children aged between 10 - 15 years must be supervised by an adult. Those aged 15 and under must be accompanied by and have a parent/guardian to sign for them.

• Take Care
  All users must read and understand this and a Participation Statement before using the facilities and participating in any events.

• Is your Onewheel suitable?
  You are entirely responsible for the state of repair of your own Onewheel and for ensuring it is in sufficiently good condition for use on the tracks. There may be puddles and / or water lying on the tracks, and a waterproofed Onewheel is recommended.

• Where can you ride?
  On the mountain you may only ride on the designated downhill and cross country tracks, and the access road. For the future it is vitally important to prevent erosion so please do not cut corners. Any customer cutting corners or riding in non designated areas may be asked to leave the mountain. It is not recommended to ride a onewheel on the designated mountain bike tracks.

• Remember other users
  There may be other cyclists, walkers, vehicles and Onwheelers on the tracks and access road. Treat others with consideration. Slow down if needed. If you stop on the track please step aside to let others pass. Outside of a competition run, let faster riders pass you. No i-pods (or similar) whilst riding.

• Obey the signs and instructions from staff
  They are there for your safety and the safety of others. Ride with care when passing people working on the tracks.

• Accidents
  We suggest that you do not ride alone; bring a friend, even if just to spectate. In the event of a serious accident, please report it to either top or bottom of the access chair. We need to know the nature of the accident, where it has occurred and an accident form must be completed.

• Helmets
  You must wear a helmet when riding during the event at all times. Helmet’s and wrist guards are compulsory for the downhill race and singletrack challenge.

• Failure to comply
  You will be banned from riding for a specific period depending on the infringement. There will be no refund of money paid for the rider in this case.

• Take your litter Home
  Help keep Glencoe Mountain Resort and the surrounding area looking sweet. Please take your litter home.

• Respect gets respect
  Onewheeling is a new sport; please give us the reputation we deserve as a legitimate sport - respect others and we will help ensure we are welcome back next year.

• Glencoe Mountain Car park grid reference:
  NN266525
  Nearest A&E Hospital facilities:
  the Belford, Fort William
  In case of Emergency:
  contact Glencoe Mountain 01855 851226
  Please inform:
  Glencoe Mountain Ltd of all accidents

2. FTH Participation Statement

• I have read and understand the Code of Practice
  

• I am not aware of any medical condition which would preclude me riding the tracks.
  

• I agree riding Onewheel is a dangerous activity and I am prepared to ride at my own risk.
  

• I agree I must wear an appropriate helmet correctly fitted, full face helmets and armour advised
  

• My Onehweel is suitable for the tracks (waterproofing is advised).
  

• I must ride with respect for all visitors.
  

• I must remain on the tracks / access road without cutting corners.
  

• I must be aware of vehicles, walkers, workers, cyclists and other riders - note tracks cross other roads and paths on Glencoe Mountain.
  

• I must ride with care when passing other people on the track
  

• I must use toilets provided or my ticket will be removed without a refund. The mountain is a place of natural beauty, not a toilet / bathroom. Facilities are provided in multiple places on site.
  

• For the bike tracks:
  I understand that the FTH event takes place on the access road(s). The bike tracks are steep, technical, ‘natural’ style single-track mountain bike tracks and are not intended or recommended for use on a Onewheel with the exception of those featured during our competition.
  

3. Competitor Rules

• All FTH competitors should:
  

• 3.1 Abide within the rules.
  

• 3.2 Show respect to your team, opposition and officials and treat them as you would want to be treated.
  

• 3.3 Not bully, interfere or take unfair advantage of any competitor.
  

• 3.4 Make new competitors feel welcome.
  

• 3.5 Ensure your equipment is properly prepared and safe and to dress appropriately for the weather conditions.
  

• 3.6 All competitors must bring their own Onewheel. No Onewheels will be supplied for this event.
  

• 3.7 I must ride with care when passing other people on the track
  

• 3.8 All competitors are expected to be physically capable of participating; intoxication due to drugs and / or alcohol use will not be tolerated.
  

• 3.8 Respect the position of the event organiser and their role, in accordance with published FTH rules.
  

• 3.8 Respect the position of the event organiser and their role, in accordance with published FTH rules.
  

• 3.9 FTH reserves the right to use seeding times to determine overall race results in the event of the event being cancelled due to extreme weather.
  

• 3.10 It is the responsibility of the individual racer to be at the start location at the beginning of the race. It is not the responsibility of float the highlands to remind racers where to be for the start of the race.
  

4. Complaints, Cancellations, Refunds Policy & Procedure

• 4.1 Any issues, complaints or grievances should be brought up with the event organisers in a timely and appropriate manner. Violence, threatening behaviour or abuse towards GMR and FTH staff, volunteers and other participants will not be tolerated.
  

• 4.2 If any person should wish to make a complaint about a matter of conduct at an event they should in the first instance, speak to the event director (Andy Lakin) who will be present at each event.
  

• 4.3 The event will go ahead if it is deemed reasonably practicable to do so. Cancellations are permitted for extreme weather conditions such as gale force winds that prevent the chairlift from operating or lightning. If weather conditions deteriorate to such a degree that the event is unable to continue, refunds will be offered up to the equivalent value remaining; i.e. if one day is possible, and the other not, a 50% refund will be offered.
  

• 4.4 Refunds will not be offered due to injury sustained while competing in the event, participants being too late to the start gate, or incapacitation due to intoxication due to drugs and / or alcohol use.
  

• 4.5. FTH is not responsible for accommodation, food or other activity bookings made by participants, which must be made separately.

5. FAQ

• Are there showers at Glencoe Mountain?
  Yes! Glencoe has showers but they cost £1 per 5 minutes! So make sure you bring plenty of pound coins.

• Are chargers available?
  No, you MUST bring your own charger.

• What time is the onsite cafe open?
  Open: 08:30 | Close: 23:00

• What time does the bar start serving?
  Open: 12:00 | Close: 23:00

• I'm not racing but would like to go up the mountain, how can I do this?
  IF you are not racing and want to go up mountain, you can purchase RETURN chairlift ticket from Glencoe Mountain at the bottom of the chairlift. Please ensure you purchase a RETURN TICKET otherwise you will have to walk back down the mountain.

• Do I need body armour?
  The choice is yours (EXCEPT helmet and wrist guards, these are compulsory). Protective body armour (Mountain Biking) can be hired on site for a fee from Glencoe Mountain.

• Do I always need to be wearing a helmet when riding?
  YES. This is extremely important, even if it is just to go across the carpark to your friends, you must be wearing a helmet at all times when on a Onewheel. Saftey is our highest priority, and no matter how long you have been riding you must always wear a helmet when on a Onewheel at Float The Highlands. There will be no exceptions.

• Can I charge my board at Glencoe Mountain?
  YES. If you are staying on site in one of the cabins you will have power sockets in there. Otherwise there will be access to sockets in both the Cafe at base camp as well as the Cafe at the top of the chairlift.

• What is a Tattie Scone?
  A Scottish delicacy, no Scottish breakfast is complete without tattie scones (tattie is a familiar term for potatoes). These are not like traditional British scones, but more of a potato pancake, and often served with sausage and bread. These will be available with breakfast at the basecamp cafe.

• Can I rent a board there?
  No, due to local laws, there is currently no company that is able to offer Onewheel rentals in the UK. You must bring your own board to compete & join in.

• Can I use my drone there to film?
  Please see 6. Drone Policy for more info.

6. Commercial Photography & Filming

• UK Float Events Ltd reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any UK Float Events event without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. UK Float Events may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by UK Float Events including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, business social channels such as Instagram, Youtube or Facebook, etc.
  To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.
  Any person or organisation not affiliated with UK Float Events may not use, copy, alter or modify UK Float Events photographs, graphics, videography or other, similar reproductions or recordings without the advance written permission of an authorised designee
  If you wish to take video or photo's for commercial use then you must have prior permission from UK Float Events Team. They can be contacted at info@ukfloatevents.com.
  From UK Float Events. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

7. Drone Policy

• Anyone with a drone must be licensed by the CAA to fly it and check with the organisers to not conflict against our own drone operations.
  You will need to pass a test (so must be familiar with UK rules) and pay a registration fee of £10 direct to the CAA. This is inline with legal requirements & Glencoe Mountains drone policy, to check licenses before allowing anyone to fly.
  You can apply & register for a license at register-drones.caa.co.uk/individual