2017 Competitor Handbook - Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic

Competitor Handbook2017

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Australia’s toughest one day classic

McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road

Series Race228km

Fencing North West Divison 2 Race

228km

Inverell RSM Division 3 Race & Challenge

228km

Regional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell

des Femmes228km

2017 (57TH) GRAFTON TO INVERELL CYCLE CLASSIC

The Division 1 race is open to registered Subaru National Road Series teams, wildcard teams, and individual riders. All other events are open to individual riders and teams. The Regional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell des Femmes will start with the Division 3 Race & Challenge and be eligible for Division 3 Race prizes. All race riders will be divisiond by the Cycling NSW State Handicapper. The start list will be available on www.graftontoinverell.com.au and Cycling NSW website as soon as grading has been completed.


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Sign On Place: Toast EspressoSign On Address: 31 Prince St GRAFTONSign On Time: Friday 12th May 2017 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Village Green Motel is prepared to cater for riders and supporters by offering generous sized meals. They are located at 230 Pound Street (corner of Pound and Turf Streets), Grafton. Bookings are recommended on 02 6642 2095.

The Clock Tower Restaurant (located adjacent to the Saraton Theatre) will be putting on a number of pasta specials and also have a big range on their specials menu for family & friends that are not necessarily looking for pasta. They cater for vegetarians & they also have gluten free meals available. Bookings are advisable and can be made by phoning 02 6643 4144.

The Crown Hotel (located in Prince Street opposite the Memorial Gardens) will also offer a menu selection to suit competitors. Meals are available from the restaurant which adjoins the terrace area overlooking the river. Children are very welcome with plenty of space, including a fenced grassed kids area. Bookings can be made on 02 6642 4000.

RIDER & MANAGER BRIEFINGS

Pre-Race Information

PRE-RACE DINNER

Each Competitor will receive a race pack that will include 2 body numbers, a seat post number, a timing chip,as well as important information regarding the event. The body number must be worn by every competitor on left and right pockets of the Jersey with a minimum one hand width between them. The seat post number must be attached to the seat pole under the seat, or to the base of the seat post. Seat post numbers must not be cut, folded, or modified in any way. The timing chip must also be attached to the bike. Instructions on attaching the timing chip and seat post number will be provided at Event Sign On. All race competitors must produce their current Cycling Australia or International Cycling Licence which will be retained until the return of their race number and timing chip to the licence tent at the completion of the event. Loss or damage to the timing chip will result in a fine of $150.

Rider Briefings will be held on Friday 12th May 2017 at the times below depending on the race division you have been allocated. Rider Briefings are important for competitors as up to the minute information and changes to the course are explained for the event (Road Works, Diversions, Weather, etc). Rider Briefings will be held in the Crown Hotel Conference Room (approx. 100 metres down Prince St from Race Registration. Follow the Signs.

ALL COMPETITORS & HANDLERS ARE EXPECTED TO ATTEND

McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series Race 6:00pmFencing North West Division 2 Race & Inverell RSM Division 3 Race 6:30pmChallenge and Regional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell des Femmes 6:30pm

ALL COMPETITORS ARE REQUIRED TO SIGN ON FOR THE EVENT AT THIS TIME

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START TIMES & START LOCATION

CELEBRATION SIGN ON - DIVISION 1 ONLY

Cyclists competing in the McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series Race are required to “Sign On” to the 2017 Grafton to Inverell Race Board at least 15 minutes prior to the Race Start. The Sign on board will be located adjacent to the start line.

The race will commence from Prince St Grafton directly adjacent to the Memorial Gardens and the Crown Hotel. Competitors are asked to please assemble in the Crown Hotel front car park at least 15 minutes prior to their Start Time.

McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series Race 7:15amFencing North West Division 2 Race 7:25amInverell RSM Division 3 Race & Challenge 7:35amRegional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell des Femmes 7:35am


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START TIMES & START LOCATION

CELEBRATION SIGN ON - DIVISION 1 ONLY

RIDER IDENTIFICATION

Competitors in each division will be distinguished by the background colour of their body numbers.

McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series Race - GREYFencing North West Division 2 Race - YELLOWInverell RSM Division 3 Race - BLUEInverell RSM Challenge - GREEN

RACE INFORMATION - SPARE WHEELS

COMPETITOR HANDLERS & SUPPORTERS

All division handlers who will be providing feeding for cyclists must leave Grafton no later than 7:00am and proceed directly to the Mt Mitchell feed station (approx 90 minutes by car). Vehicles will be unable to proceed past the road closure 15km west of Grafton after 7:15am.

Each Handler is to proceed directly to Feed Stations. Travelling alongside your cyclist is strictly forbidden. Food & Coffee will be provided at Mt Mitchell Feed Station.

McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series RaceDivision 1 riders will have the option of receiving service (in the case of mechanical or puncture) from teamvehicles in the race convoy, or utilising one of the Neutral Service Vehicles that will be travellingwithin the race convoy. No mechanical repairs will be permitted from a moving vehicle and the rider mustindicate the need for service by raising their hand and proceeding to a stop off the left hand side of theroad. The Neutral Service Vehicle will have Shimano and SRAM compatible wheels available; however,riders will be able to place their own wheels (clearly marked with name and race number) in the NeutralService Vehicle at least 30 minutes prior to the race start. A Cyclist Identifier Label will be placed onthe Cyclists Spare Wheel upon acceptance at the Spares Van.

Fencing North West Division 2 RaceDivision 2 riders will have a Neutral Spares Vehicle that will travel with the race. Riders are only entitled to a replacement wheel if they have placed their own wheels in the vehicle. A Cyclist Identifier Label will be placed on the Cyclists Spare Wheel(s) upon acceptance at the Spares Van. They must be placed in the Neutral Spares Vehicle displaying their race division, at least 30 minutes prior to the race start. No mechanical repairs will be permitted from a moving vehicle and the rider must indicate the need for service by raising their hand and proceeding to a stop off the left hand side of the road. If you have been issued with a spare wheel during the race, your race number will be recorded and you are required to report to the Spares Tent after the race.

Inverell RSM Division 3 Race and Regional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell des FemmesDivision 3 riders will have a Neutral Spares Vehicle that will travel with the race. Riders are only entitled to a replacement wheel if they have placed their own wheels in the vehicle. A Cyclist Identifier Label will be placed on the Cyclists Spare Wheel(s) upon acceptance at the Spares Van. They must be placed in the Neutral Spares Vehicle displaying their race division, at least 30 minutes prior to the race start. No mechanical repairs will be permitted from a moving vehicle and the rider must indicate the need for service by raising their hand and proceeding to a stop off the left hand side of the road. If you have been issued with a spare wheel during the race, your race number will be recorded and you are required to report to the Spares Tent after the race.


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SPRINT KING COMPETITION

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RACE INFORMATION - KING OF THE MOUNTAIN (K.O.M) COMPETITION

Jakazni Division 1 King of the Mountain - Points SystemLocationCattle CreekGibraltar Range SummitWaterlook Range SummitWire Fully Climb

Distance from Start25km87km175km208km

Points Available (1, 2, 3 & 4)3,2,1,06,4,2,13,2,1,03,2,1,0

Boss Built Division 3 King of the Mountain - Points SystemLocationGibraltar Range SummitWaterlook Range SummitWire Fully Climb

Distance from Start87km175km208km

Points Available (1, 2, 3 & 4)6,4,2,13,2,1,03,2,1,0

White Rock Wind Farm Division 1 Sprint King - Points SystemLocationMann River Caravan ParkGlen InnesMindora Property


Points Available (1st, 2nd, 3rd)6,4,23,2,13,2,1

David Reid Homes Division 2 Sprint King - Points SystemLocationMann River Caravan ParkGlen InnesMindora Property



MacIntyre Hot Bread Division 3 - Points SystemLocationMann River Caravan ParkGlen InnesMindora Property



White Rock Wind Farm Grafton to Inverell des Femmes Sprint Queen - Points SystemLocationMann River Caravan ParkGlen InnesMindora Property



Laser Electrical Inverell Division 2 King of the Mountain - Points SystemLocationGibraltar Range SummitWaterlook Range SummitWire Fully Climb


Points Available (1, 2, 3 & 4)6,4,2,13,2,1,03,2,1,0

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RACE INFORMATION - KOM & SPRINT COMPETITION CONDITIONS

TEAMS CLASSIFICATION

YOUNGEST RIDER

MOST ATTACKING RIDER

TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT

KING OF THE MOUNTAIN CONDITIONSThe rider in each division who accumulates the most points will be crowned the ‘King of the Mountain’ and receive the winners jersey. Only riders who finish the race will be eligible. In the case of riders being equal on points, the ‘King of the Mountain’ will be awarded to the highest placed finisher. All KOM locations will display a 1km to KOM Sign, a yellow flag 200m before the finish and a large white flag at the finish line.

SPRINT KING CONDITIONSThe rider in each division who accumulates the most points will be crowned the ‘Sprint King’ or ‘Spring King’ and receive the winners jersey. Only riders who finish the race will be eligible. In the case of riders being equal on points, the ‘Sprint King’ or ‘Spring Queen’ will be awarded to the highest placed finisher. All Sprint locations will display a 1km to Sprint Sign, a yellow flag 200m before the finish and a large white flag at the finish line.

The Inverell Shire Council teams classification will be awarded to the team with the lowest aggregate time of the first three (3) finishers.

A prize will be awarded to the first U23 category ruder in the:

MCDONALDS DIVISION 1 SUBARU NATIONAL ROAD SERIES RACE The young rider category has been kindly sponsored by núcleo.

The Jorgensen Builders Most Attacking Rider will be awarded to the rider judged by the Commissaire in charge as being the most attacking rider for Division 2 & Division 3.

A rolling road closure implemented by NSW Police will be in place from the event start to the Tindal’s Road intersection with the Gwydir Highway. From this point a complete road closure will be in place for the Gwydir Highway from Tindal’s Road, 12km west of Grafton, to Bald Nob Rd, 26km east of Glen Innes. A rolling road closure continues (implemented by NSW Police) until the finish in Inverell. The rolling road closure applies to a police controlled zone between the lead police car and the rear escort police vehicle for each division. All competitors and vehicles outside this zone must abide by the road rules.


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RACE INFORMATION - KOM & SPRINT COMPETITION CONDITIONS RACE INFORMATION - RACE CONDITIONS

EVENT RULES

SPECTATOR TRAFFIC

The race will commence under neutral conditions (30km/h) until the 100km speed sign on the Gwydir Highway out of Grafton. Riders must remain behind the rear of the Race Directors vehicle under the direction of the police. The Race Director will signal the start of racing.

Riders are to remain in the left lane during the race. Even though the road is closed for a large section of the course, provisions must be made for the safe passage of event vehicles under the direction of the police. This includes official vehicles in the event convoy and rider support vehicles. Riders will be penalised for crossing the centre line. Rider feeding by supporters will only be permitted at the designated feed stations. Riders cannot be fed from moving vehicles at any time.

Riders who fall behind the rear police escort vehicle for their division will be outside the police controlled zone. They are then required to follow the road rules and remain aware of vehicles at all times.

A sag wagon (bus) will be located behind the last rider on the road. The sag wagon will be travelling at a pre-determined pace at an average of 24km/hr. It is required to be at certain check points each hour. If a rider falls behind the sag wagon, the race number and transponder must be surrendered to the sag wagon official and the rider must exit the race.

The event will abide by the CA Technical Regulations under the direction of race officials. Officials will be on course during the event. Riders must be familiar with the rules for road racing events and follow the instructions of officials and event marshalls at all times. Non-compliance will result in a penalty and/or disqualification.

No spectator traffic is permitted in the race convoys or allowed to follow cyclists at any stage of the race. All oncoming and forward traffic movement will be controlled by the NSW Police escorts within the convoys. Parking at the summit of the Gibraltar Range is reserved for Commissaires, Judges, Media and Police.

HANDLERS ARE NOT PERMITTED TO STOP ANYWHERE ALONG THE RACE ROUTE OTHER THAN DESIGNATED FEED STATIONS.

ALL CORNERS ON THE COURSE MUST BE TREATED WITH CAUTION

THIS CONDITION HAS BEEN IMPOSED BY NSW POLICE IN RELATION TO RISK MANAGEMENT CONCERNS WITH

RIDERS CONTINUING UNCONTROLLED ON AN OPEN HIGHWAY IN FADING LIGHT. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THIS RULE MAY RESULT IN POLICE PROSECUTION.

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All neutral water stations and feeding stations will be clearly marked with traffic personnel & event signage. No handlers are allowed to be present at the neutral water stations, only Feed Stations.

Neutral Water Station 1 Gibraltar Range before Bellbird Gully (70km)Feeding Station 1 Glen Innes Correctional Centre - Mount Mitchell (119km)Feeding Station 2 Taylor St, Glen Innes (161km)Neutral Water Station 2 Elsmore village (212km)

A mobile motorbike will be available for extra water between the bottom of Gibraltar Range and the Mount Mitchell feed station. Every effort will be made to offer this to all riders. Please do not rely solely on this provision.

All handlers’ vehicles must display the cyclist car stickers provided in the cyclists entry pack. This must be clearly visible on the front and rear windscreen. The NSW Police must be able to identify all vehicles involved in the event.

Note: All feeding must be conducted on foot from the left hand side of the road only. No feeding is permitted from parked or moving vehicles. Glass or any other dangerous containers are prohibited.

Dump zones have been set up 200m before every feed & water zone throughout the race to dispose of Rubbish and empty bottles. These areas will be marked with signs and orange mesh. We ask that all competitors please utilise these areas to dispose of their rubbish & bottles. Please do not litter on other areas of the race route

Handler’s vehicles will be directed by staff to a designated waiting zone for your division. You will be asked to park in allocated division areas within the entrance to the Correctional Centre. Handlers are requested to:1. Park car in the allocated area2. Walk to the feeding zone in preparation for the arrival of your rider3. Exit quickly once you have fed your rider - WATCH FOR OTHER CYCLISTS

Food, Coffee, Refreshments, toilets and live radio coverage will be available at the Feed Station. The estimated arrival times for each division are as follows:McDonalds Division 1 Subaru National Road Series Race 10.20am-10.35amFencing North West Division 2 Race 10:50am-11:10amInverell RSM Division 3 Race and Regional Australia Bank Grafton to Inverell des Femmes 11:40am-11:55am

After each division is fed, handlers will be asked to exit quickly and safely (looking for cyclists as you exit the feeding station and enter the race route). NSW Police will escort all vehicles past the race convoy. Please:1. Do not form a convoy behind your rider.2. Head directly to the next feed station in Glen Innes using the Bald Nob Deviation by following Pink Directional Arrows3. Follow NSW Police instructions to pass the race convoy

HANDLER INFORMATION - NEUTRAL WATER & FEEDING STATIONS

FEEDING STATION 1: MOUNT MITCHELL 119KM

DUMP ZONES

HANDLER DEVIATION 1: DUNDEE


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HANDLER INFORMATION - NEUTRAL WATER & FEEDING STATIONS HANDLER DEVIATION 1: DUNDEE

FEEDING STATION 2: GLEN INNES 161KM

Use the Bald Nob Rd deviation leap frog the Event Convoy and make it to Glen Innes. The deviation will be indicated by pink directional arrows fixed to guide posts and signs along the road. This is the only possible way for Handlers to get to Glen Innes.

Handlers must follow the Pink Directional Arrows to the Parklands area in Glen Innes. Handler’s vehicles will be directed by staff to a designated waiting zone for your division. You will be asked to park in allocated division areas within the Parklands Area. Handlers are requested to:1. Park car in the allocated area2. Walk to the feeding zone in preparation for the arrival of your rider3. Exit quickly once you have fed your rider - WATCH FOR OTHER CYCLISTS

All Services are available in Glen Innes (Food, Coffee, Fuel). Please use caution when using local street and crossing the Race Route. Follow the instructions of Traffic Management and closures where applicable.

After each division is fed, handlers will be asked to exit quickly and safely (looking for cyclists as you exit the feeding station and enter the race route). NSW Police will escort all vehicles past the race convoy. Please:1. Do not form a convoy behind your rider.2. Head directly to Inverell by following Pink Directional Arrows3. Follow NSW Police instructions to pass the race convoy (if necessary)

Use the pink directional arrows fixed to guide posts and signs along the road to get out of Glen Innes and onward to Inverell.

HANDLERS WILL HAVE AMPLE TIME BY TRAVELLING THROUGH THE DUNDEE DEVIATION TO GET IN FRONT OF THE RACE CONVOY AND ARRIVE AT GLEN INNES FEED PRIOR TO THE CYCLISTS. PLEASE DO NOT RUSH. PLEASE OBEY ALL ROAD RULES. DRIVE CAREFULLY!

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Use the Bald Nob Rd deviation leap frog the Event Convoy and make it to Glen Innes. The deviation will be indicated by pink directional arrows fixed to guide posts and signs along the road. This is the only possible way for Handlers to get to Glen Innes.

After feeding your rider, please exit Glen Innes via the Gwydir Highway. Please remain aware of cyclists on the road and follow NSW Police instructions to pass the race convoy. Follow the Pink directional arrows to remain on the Gwydir Highway at the point the race deviates off the highway to complete the Elsmore loop. Do not follow cyclists through Elsmore Loop, continue straight on Gwydir Highway.



PLEASE BE PATIENT AFTER GLEN INNES FEED STATION WHEN FOLLOWING POLICE AND EVENT MARSHALLS THROUGH THE CONVOY. PLEASE DO NOT RUSH. PLEASE OBEY ALL ROAD RULES. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH POLICE DIRECTION WILL RESULT IN A FINE. DRIVE CAREFULLY!


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HANDLER INFORMATION - EVENT FINISH: INVERELL PARKING

EVENT RESULTS

The 2017 Grafton to Inverell finish line and festivities area is in Victoria Park, Vivian St. Handlers are requested to follow Pink Directional Arrows to designated parking areas in Ross St, Rivers St, and Evans St. The Parking area is located within 200metres of the Finish Area. Do not enter areas of Parking designated for Team, Official, or Police Vehicles. Toilets and other facilities are located in Victoria Park.

Timing & Results for the event is operated by Cycling NSW. Times will be displayed at the finisher’s tent within 15 minutes of the winner crossing the finish line. Any verification of placing or times is to be directed to Cycling NSW staff at the conclusion of the event. KOM or Sprint Point verification is to be directed to the Chief Judge at the conclusion of the event.

Please be patient when waiting for results.We work as fast as possible.Results available on - my2.raceresult.com

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The presentation dinner and festivities will be held at the Inverell RSM Club, Evans St, Inverell. The event is catered by Inverell RSM Club. The cyclist’s dinner ticket is included with their race entry and is available for collection at Registration.

The Clarence Valley and New England Tablelands is a beautiful area for cycling. The event organisers ask all competitors, supporters, officials, volunteers and spectators to appreciate the opportunity of having an event in this area and promote cycling in a positive light by:

– Not littering - waste bins will be situated throughout the event sites and riders are requested not to discard wrappings on the event course or during warm up.

– Using the toilet facilities - urinating in public is strictly prohibited. This particularly applies to the start area in Grafton which is near the river and commonly occupied by other recreational users

– Parking in designated parking areas only – Displaying respect and courtesy at all times to local residents, other road users and members of the public – Complying with the road rules at all times

There will be a bus operating from Inverell to Grafton on Friday 12th May 2017. This bus is being operated by Inverell Bus Service. Limited spots are available. The bus will leave Inverell at approximately 1:30pm on the Friday Afternoon. Please contact Inverell Bus Service directly on 02 6722 3598 to book your spot.

Tickets are available at the following cost:Adults $30.00 Children under 15 $25.00

All official prizes will be awarded at the presentation dinner. You must attend the presentation dinner to receive your prize. If you are unable to attend, you must advise the Event Manager prior to the dinner and a written application for prizes must be submitted to the Inverell Cycle Club. Failure to attend the presentation dinner to receive a prize can affect the events standing with sponsors, supporters and VIP’s.

GENERAL INFORMATION - PRESENTATION DINNER


BUS TRANSPORT - INVERELL TO GRAFTON

EXTRA DINNER TICKETS WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE AT REGISTRATION, THEY MUST BE PRE-PURCHASED BY WEDNESDAY 10TH MAY 2017 BY PURCHASING ONLINE AT WWW.GRAFTONTOINVERELL.COM.AU PAYMENT IS BY CREDIT CARD ONLY. WEBSITE: www.graftontoinverell.com.au

IT IS EXPECTED THAT ALL EVENT PARTICIPANTS ATTEND THE OFFICIAL PRESENTATION DINNER. THIS EVENT IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE GRAFTON TO INVERELL CYCLE CLASSIC.

IF YOU ARE A PLACEGETTER IN ANY DIVISION, YOU MUST ATTEND.


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We hope you enjoy the 2017 Grafton to Inverell Cycle ClassicFor further information, or any questions, please email:

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2017 Competitor Handbook - Grafton to Inverell Cycle Classic