Routes will be signposted with arrows and you will be provided with a laminated route map however participants should familiarise themselves with the course.  Those entering the 195K route need to have front and rear lights. Medical certificate / Racing License is needed by all participants. F8 is open to all participants of both sexes over 18 years of age.  You need to have a valid medical certificate or a federation racing licence.  Respect of the French Rules of the Road applies.  F8 is a non competitive leisure ride on asphalt roads.  The route is open to traffic and therefore all Rules of the Roads apply.  All cyclists must carry a puncture repair kit and other essential tools for small repairs during the ride.  Cancellation of the Event:  Should the event be cancelled for reasons of force majeure, the amount paid to the organisation will not be refunded. Riding the Figure of Hate Sportive: Each participant acknowledges that he/she has read, approved and therefore accepted all terms and conditions and regulations.  Guarantees correct behaviour before, during and after the event.  Declares good physical health and has undergone a medicinal examination for this leisure cycling event.  Consents to the use of his/her provided date, grants the organisers full use as permitted by law, including for profit all video footage, photographs, etc taken during the event.  The organisation and its partners accept no responsibility for accidents or damage to persons or property that may occur before, during or after the event or as a result thereof.  Moreover, the organisation serves the right to exclude from the event any cyclists who are guilty of misconduct before, during and after the event.  The organisation do not supply insurance of any description and recommend that each participant has health and travel insurance if you are from outside France.  The F8 Sportive is run by ARB promotions in conjunction with ARB Cycling Club.  It is a non profit making organisation, all profits are donated to a designated charity, and 2017 will be World Bicycle Relief.  Withdrawal Policy 2017:  there will be no refund for cancellations or withdrawals, but you can ask for your entry to be kept for one year.