Brompton World Championships returns for 2025

Late last week, Brompton HQ revealed details of the much anticipated Brompton World Championships for 2025. I received quite a few messages from many of you out there as to whether or not I was going. I also received as many negative messages. More on that later. 

The event is at the same location as last year. Coal Drop Yards, not far from King's Cross. The format is the same too. Up to 5x laps of a 900 metre circuit in 15 minutes. Participants will have time chips this year - much better - but not sure whether medals will be dished out to riders? To enter costs £59.41 but if you have not already got a ticket, they are now sold out. (This was always going to happen). 

Some of the negative emails received droned on about the price versus the amount of time you are actually on your Brompton taking part. I don't subscribe to this at all I have to say. The opportunity to take part in a mass Brompton event is special. Racing on your Brompton is special. Seeing dozens of Brompton riders all decked out in their finest is (you guessed it) special. In my opinion it is worth every penny...and it is only once a year. Besides, this is a whole day event and there are also free events to take part in either side of race day. 

So, am I going? Sadly, it looks unlikely. Work last week was manic and I really didn't have a great deal of time to think about anything else and I missed the chance to grab a ticket/place. My fault, so I cannot complain. If there is a cancellation and an opportunity to gain a place I would grab it but alas I doubt this will happen. (Always the optimist, I live in hope).

If you have entered, you will have a great time. If you are taking part for the first time, you are in for a real treat of the senses. You can read my blog post for the BWC for 2024 HERE.

Until next time, stay safe out there people.