Scottish 6 Days 2025

[Davy]

Now that it is past and most of us are back home, any thoughts or tales to tell ? I was most impressed by the ice cream vendor lady who was conversing with a customer in British Sign Language.

[Snail]

Excellent organisation (parking, assembly, traders, signage, routes to starts etc). For me, the eventual decision to allocate balanced start times was the correct one.

Good courses (a bit tough in places, but winning times generally okay).

Was thrown a few times by the inconsistent ride mapping. We were warned that some were missing, but it seemed a bit random as to which were included. At times difficult to tell if the one you were running along was mapped or not, and a bit unfair when some found unmapped rides that offered faster going but others didn't.

[HarryO]

Was thrown a few times by the inconsistent ride mapping. We were warned that some were missing, but it seemed a bit random as to which were included. At times difficult to tell if the one you were running along was mapped or not, and a bit unfair when some found unmapped rides that offered faster going but others didn't.

I suffered from this. Whilst I could easily identify new, fresh extraction lanes, I found a 'mature' lane which I mistook for a ride
Otherwise I found it to be well planned, nice adjacent parking most days. Some tough heather/bilberry areas which I struggled with.
I heard of a (lack of) coasters issue. Perhaps someone should handing these out? But I was confused by the explanation that there was only one coaster per family/group - and folk took one per entrant. This hasnt been the case at previous S6D.

[Homer]

Thanks to all involved for a great week's racing. It exceeded my low(ish) expectations- mainly because it was all the same areas as last time in Deeside 8 years ago. I am, however, still looking forward to Day 6

My only gripe, as expressed before, is the overly simplistic scoring system. Not surprisingly this resulted in a number of ties, including my class. The organisers hadn't anticipated this and only had one prize. This is despite the exact same thing happening to me (and others) in 2019...

However, overall a great week. Thanks again SOA.

[graeme]

I am, however, still looking forward to Day 6

You missed it.
Shame, you'd have enjoyed it every bit as much as I enjoyed Wharnecliffe

[frodo]

Many thanks to the organisers for giving both parents and any involved grandparents open starts due to childcare. It took away all stresses rushing around for starts and we could just enjoy the week.

[King Penguin]

Agreed, a great week, and almost completely dry.

[IanD]

Any idea of dates/location for the next one?