(download a copy of the race bible here: race bible.pdf
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The Course (Sign on is at bottom of page)
The Start/Finish line will be at 192nd street and 26th avenue. The race will travel south on 192nd for 2 km. At 16th avenue (also called Hazelmere) we will turn right and head west for 1.6 km. After a right turn on 184th street, we will travel north for 1.6 km until we reach 28th avenue. After turning right on 28th, we travel 800 meters east, then turn left and travel 800 meters north on 188th street. We'll turn right on 32nd avenue and ride for 800 meters before turning right on 192nd. The start finish line will be approximately 800 meters past this corner. 
The course is relatively flat, with rolling hills and false flats. We'll climb about 300 feet per lap, but the aren't really any serious climbs. Here is an elevation profile: 
Road Closures
The roads will remain open during the race with only the rightmost lane on two lane roads being closed to traffic. Marshals will ensure that cars do not drive in the lane the racers are in from the lead rider until at least the peleton has past through. If you are behind the main pack, all traffic regulations apply and must be followed. On two way roads with a single lane in each directions, you will be disqualified for crossing the centre line. On roads with more than one lane, you will be qualified for crossing the white line dividing the rightmost lane
Parking
There will be plenty of parking in the industrial area near the start finish line. Please be respectful of the area: don't litter, don't block driveways, fire hydrants, or anything else that the residents or business owners may need access to.
Start Times and Distances RACE PACKAGE PICK RACE DAY ONLY!
| Time |
Race |
Laps |
Approximate Distance |
| 8:00 am |
Cat 4/5 & Junior Men |
7 |
65 km |
| 8:10 am |
Cat 3/4 Women |
7 |
65 km |
| 10:00 am |
Cat 3 & Junior Men |
10 |
99 km |
| 10:10 am |
Cat 1/2/3 Women |
9 |
91 km |
| 11:30 am |
Women 40+ |
8 |
73 km |
| 11:40 am |
Master Men |
10 |
99 km |
| 1:30 pm |
Cat 1/2 Men |
14 |
127 km |
Registration & Packet Pickup
You can avoid lineups and late fees if you pre-register for the event. Race fees are $55 before April 30th and $65 from May 1st to May 24th. There is NO day of race registration. Junior race fee is $25. You may register online via Karelo.com (scroll down the page a bit) or in person at the package pickup.
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Package Pickup will be held on two dates, one date in Delta and one date in Vancouver:
Date and Time for Package Pickup RACE DAY ONLY
You can also pick up your package on race morning, but expect race day lineups!
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Staging
Staging will begin in the parking area near the start finish line. Every race will begin with a neutral roll-out that will start at the parking lot and end on 192nd Street at 24th Ave.
Prizes
There will be prize money for each race that is held. How much money will be determined based on each individual race attendance.
Award Ceremonies
Awards will be held at the conclusion of each race.
Rules and Regulations
Portable bathrooms will be located a short distance from the staging area. Public urination will lead to automatic disqualification - no questions asked. The race must not interfere with traffic, so please do not block roads at anytime. After finishing, it is crucial that competitors clear off the roads.
Competitors caught littering before, after, or during the race will be disqualified.
Race Rules and Sanctioning
This event is a Cycling BC sanctioned road race. Points will be awarded for each category according to the Cycling BC rules and regulations. Category 3 women have the choice to race with either the Category 4 women or the Category 1/2 women, but will not be eligible for prizes or upgrade points if riding with the Category 4 women. The race will be held under the UCI rules. Points will also be awarded for the FloroGlo BC Cup Series for the Cat 1/2 Men's and Cat 1/2/3 Women's races.
Licenses
All competitors are required to have a racing license recognized by Cycling BC. Competitors without a UCI license can purchase a single event license for $30; however, if the competitor is a member of a Cycling BC affiliated club, the cost of a single event license is $10. Proof of club membership is required.
IN ORDER TO RACE IN BRITISH COLUMBIA YOU MUST:
1.Hold a valid licence issued by Cycling BC, or CCA license issued by a province or by the CCA.
2.US and International Riders must have a UCI license.
3.Have signed the licence.
4.If no photo on the license then must present picture identification.
5.Cat 1 and 2 juniors may race with a letter of upgrade from their Provincial/ State Association. The letter must exempt them from junior gear restrictions.
All entrants must wear a helmet that satisfies all CCA requirements. Helmets are mandatory at all times. Commissaires and organizers accept no responsibility for the conditions of the competitor's bicycles before, during and after each event. Bikes and equipment are required to comply with UCI/CCA regulations.
Number Placement
Number placement info will be provided in race packages.
Feed Zone
Normal UCI Feed zone rules apply. The Feed Zone is on 28th Ave. at top of hill near Keery park. There are no restrictions on water bottles. Feeding after 4 laps. Please Clean up after yourselves!
Wheel Vehicles
There will be vehicles following each race with spare wheels. The policy is wheels in wheels out. Please label your wheels clearly.
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