RACE INFORMATION - 2017 (We will provide a printable version soon)
RACE VILLAGE
When you arrive at the grounds on Melrose Road you will be allocated a team site. Each site is 10m x 5m and teams are permitted one vehicle per site. All vehicles must be on their site by 9.30am sharp. Additional or late vehicles will park beside the Allenton club rooms. Sites will be allocated as you arrive and will be done by team name. Please make sure that ALL members of your team know your team name before they come to the ground. Bring tents, gazebos, deck chairs, BBQs and chilli bins etc. If you are wanting to be next to a particular team you need to ensure that you arrive at the grounds together - sites will not be allocated prior to race day.
As well as your own refreshments, we are aiming to have some food providers within the event village and yes this does include coffee! Keep an eye on our facebook page for further details.
Security - it is up to each team and rider to ensure your belongings are safe. Race organisers and the Mid Canterbury Mountainbike Club take no responsibility for the security of competitor's belonging.
NO DOGS ALLOWED in the village.
REGISTRATION: 8 - 9.30am
Each solo rider and team will be issued with ONE race number (this is your timing chip that needs to be changed between riders at the end of each lap).
9.30 am - VEHICLE ACCESS TO RACE VILLAGE CLOSES.
RACE BRIEFING: 9.45am
ALL competitors must attend. This is when any course changes will be announced and the use of race numbers and rules will be explained further.
RACING
The race track is part of the Ashburton River Trail network and is made up of mostly purpose built single track, with plenty of bermed corners. The track is flat to undulating and requires a reasonable level of fitness when ridden at race pace. Laps take between 24 to 38 minutes, and each team member must complete at least one lap. A map of the River Trail is available on our website.
To begin the race, the first riders complete a circuit around the grounds before crossing the start line (to initiate the timing). Riders then enter the village and continue across the fields and onto the track. Teams swap numbers and riders in the village after each lap.
Timing - teams will be timed electronically by an outside contractor. Teams will be issued one race number which is your timing chip and your 'team baton'. It is each team's responsibility to ensure their race number is on the front of the bike of the rider on the course during each lap. DO NOT BEND, FOLD or LOSE THESE NUMBERS.
Results - these will be updated throughout the day and displayed outside the main tent. Results will be posted on our website following the event.
First Aid - first aid will be available onsite through St John. If you require assistance or need to report an injured rider please report it to a Race Marshal or an official at the main tent. Emergency numbers will also be displayed at key points along the track. Roving mechanics will be on the trail to assist with mechanicals.
For further information about racing see the “Race Rules” section below.
RACE RULES
RACE FINISH & PRIZE GIVING
Riders can start packing up their site ONCE the race has FINISHED. Please remove all rubbish. Prize giving will be about 4:30pm.
SPECTATORS
Spectators can view the race from the village, the new skills area on Dobson Street West, and under the railway bridge on the North-West side of the Ashburton Bridge. Please leave your dogs at home. The track will be closed to the public during the event.
RACE VILLAGE
When you arrive at the grounds on Melrose Road you will be allocated a team site. Each site is 10m x 5m and teams are permitted one vehicle per site. All vehicles must be on their site by 9.30am sharp. Additional or late vehicles will park beside the Allenton club rooms. Sites will be allocated as you arrive and will be done by team name. Please make sure that ALL members of your team know your team name before they come to the ground. Bring tents, gazebos, deck chairs, BBQs and chilli bins etc. If you are wanting to be next to a particular team you need to ensure that you arrive at the grounds together - sites will not be allocated prior to race day.
As well as your own refreshments, we are aiming to have some food providers within the event village and yes this does include coffee! Keep an eye on our facebook page for further details.
Security - it is up to each team and rider to ensure your belongings are safe. Race organisers and the Mid Canterbury Mountainbike Club take no responsibility for the security of competitor's belonging.
NO DOGS ALLOWED in the village.
REGISTRATION: 8 - 9.30am
Each solo rider and team will be issued with ONE race number (this is your timing chip that needs to be changed between riders at the end of each lap).
9.30 am - VEHICLE ACCESS TO RACE VILLAGE CLOSES.
RACE BRIEFING: 9.45am
ALL competitors must attend. This is when any course changes will be announced and the use of race numbers and rules will be explained further.
RACING
The race track is part of the Ashburton River Trail network and is made up of mostly purpose built single track, with plenty of bermed corners. The track is flat to undulating and requires a reasonable level of fitness when ridden at race pace. Laps take between 24 to 38 minutes, and each team member must complete at least one lap. A map of the River Trail is available on our website.
To begin the race, the first riders complete a circuit around the grounds before crossing the start line (to initiate the timing). Riders then enter the village and continue across the fields and onto the track. Teams swap numbers and riders in the village after each lap.
Timing - teams will be timed electronically by an outside contractor. Teams will be issued one race number which is your timing chip and your 'team baton'. It is each team's responsibility to ensure their race number is on the front of the bike of the rider on the course during each lap. DO NOT BEND, FOLD or LOSE THESE NUMBERS.
Results - these will be updated throughout the day and displayed outside the main tent. Results will be posted on our website following the event.
First Aid - first aid will be available onsite through St John. If you require assistance or need to report an injured rider please report it to a Race Marshal or an official at the main tent. Emergency numbers will also be displayed at key points along the track. Roving mechanics will be on the trail to assist with mechanicals.
For further information about racing see the “Race Rules” section below.
RACE RULES
- Race Briefing - all riders must attend the race briefing onsite on the morning of the event.
- Cycle helmets - must be worn at all times when riding either on the course or within the event area.
- Race Numbers - must be displayed on the front of a rider's bike in the number holder provided.
- Abusive Behaviour - any physical or verbal abuse will not be tolerated and will result in a time penalty or disqualification.
- Passing Etiquette – riders must pass on the right and call 'coming through'. If more than one rider is passing call 'riders coming through'. If you are being passed or have riders behind you, move to the left and let the riders through when there is an opportunity. While the track is mostly singletrack there is room if slower riders pull to the left. Deliberately blocking the track to prevent other riders passing will not be permitted.
- Safety - No portable music devices with earphone used whilst riding.
- Mechanical - if you experience mechanical problems on the track you can continue to push your bike along the track route and through the timekeeper tent (your lap will be counted) or take the shortest route back to your team and get a new bike or send a new rider out without going through the timing tent (your lap will not be counted).
- Assisting with an Injured Rider - in the first instance you must stop to offer an injured rider assistance. If this impacts severely on your lap time, then please see an official in the main tent regarding amendment.
- Shortcuts - any rider caught taking a shortcut will be disqualified and if a team rider, that team will incur lap penalties.
- Protest - any protests must be lodged with the Race Director up to 30 minutes before & 10 minutes after the race finishes. His/Her decision is final.
RACE FINISH & PRIZE GIVING
Riders can start packing up their site ONCE the race has FINISHED. Please remove all rubbish. Prize giving will be about 4:30pm.
SPECTATORS
Spectators can view the race from the village, the new skills area on Dobson Street West, and under the railway bridge on the North-West side of the Ashburton Bridge. Please leave your dogs at home. The track will be closed to the public during the event.
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