SUNDAY 24 FEBRUARY 2008  

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Geelong World Cup Challenge

 

Date  Sunday 24th February 2008
 
Time
  7.00 am
 
Start & Finish  Geelong Waterfront
 

Distance  80 km 
 

Course  Course Map & Elevation (.pdf)  |  Course Guide (.pdf)
 

Format  The event is a recreational challenge ride for individuals or teams. It is not a race.
 

Traffic Safety   All participants are required to comply with Victorian road rules. Roads will be open to traffic as normal, road closures will not be in place. Victorian Police and event marshals will assist with traffic management.
 

Timing State of the art timing equipment will be used to record the individual time of each participant.  Each participant will be issued with a transponder - weighing only 20 grams - to place around their ankle.  Your overall time will be recorded as well as split times for the climb up Bellbrae Hill.
 

Registration   TBA
 

On Course Support   On course support will be available in the form of a mobile mechanic, qualified 1st Aid Officer, lead motorcycle, sag wagon and event marshals.
 

Drink Stations   Drink stations will be located at Freshwater Creek and Breamlea

   

Highlights

  • Exciting opportunity to be involved with a world class cycling event the UCI Women’s World Cup

  • Your chance to ride the World Cup circuit on the same day as the stars

  • Start and Finish under the official World Cup Start/Finish arch

  • Experience the thrill of finishing the event in front of the World Cup crowd as well as family and friends

  • Test yourself on the Deviation Road climb which is sure to test the World Cup riders later in the day

  • Further test your climbing skills and conquer the infamous Bellbrae Hill

  • Enjoy the picturesque costal views of Jan Juc, Torquay and Breamlea

  • Aid stations to keep you refreshed throughout the ride

  • The course will be well sign posted, marshalled & provide traffic management support to ensure the safety of all participants

  • On course mechanics available to take care of any last minute repairs

  • Qualified First Aid Officers will provide medical support around the course

  • On course photographer to capture those memorable moments

 

 
 

 

Geelong Advertiser Family Fun Ride

 

Date  Sunday 24th February 2008
 
Time
  9.15 am
 
Start & Finish  Geelong Waterfront
 

Distance  12 km

 

Format  The event is a family run ride. It is not a race.
 

Registration  TBA

 

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