Teams

Enter either 6/12hour

Teams are a relay, team consist of 2, 3 or 4 team members.

Categories: mens, womens, mixed teams

Age groups: Junior (under 17), Open (18-99), Older dudes (35+)

Solo

Enter either 6/12hour

Categorie: Male/Female

Age groups: Junior (under 17), Open (18-99), Older dudes (35+)

Dates:

Online entries close 6th April 2011

Late entries after 31st March 2011 ($10 extra per person)

Race Programme 12hr:

Registration:  7.00am - 8.30am  Saturday 9th April 2011

Riders briefing: 8.45am

Race Start Time: 9am for 12hr

Race Programme 6hr:

Registration: 7.00am - 2pm

Riders briefing: 2.45pm

Race Start Time: 3pm for 6hr

Timing: There will be a full transponder-based timing system.

Compulsory Equipment: A New Zealand Standards approved cycling helmet.  A windproof/waterproof jacket must be carried. We recommend some kind of thermal clothing.  We recommend carrying 2 litres of water, a spare tube and bike tools.  We recommend wearing cycle shorts, gloves, and making sure your seat is comfortable! 

Toilets: Ample toilets provided by .

General Information: Food (Complimentary hot soup is available), Each team will be allocated a 10m x 5m site.  Due to the exposed nature of the camp site easy up pergolas are not allowed.  Please bring sturdy tents. You may erect a tent plus park a maximum of two vehicles on your site.  You will receive your site allocation at registration. If you wish to have a site next to another team, then both must report to registration together. No guarantees but the earlier you register the better chance of this happening.
 

Safety: St John’s will be spread out around the course and will be acting as marshals throughout the event.  There will be a mobile 4WD vehicle and ambulance at the start/finish area.

Bike Check: Safety of bike is competitor’s own responsibility.  We recommend tyres in good condition for off-road use.  A mechanic from VeloExpresso will be on site for safety check and repairs.

Things not to bring: For safety reasons riders must not wear ipods or anything that will impair hearing.  NO dogs allowed!

Rubbish: Please do not drop your rubbish.  Rubbish bins will be provided.  Any riders observed dropping rubbish will be disqualified.

Cancellations: The event will be held in all but the most extreme weather conditions. If there is a need to cancel there will be no refunds, but we will endeavour to find another date or credit you for next year’s Black Stump.

Drink Stations: There are three drink stations on course with both water and Leppin Enduro provided by Fuel Me.

Prize Giving: This will be held at approximately 9.45pm for both 12hr & 6hr events. 

Solo:

Trophies are awarded to the fastest male/female solo 6hr/12hr. 

Medals will be awarded to fastest Male/female in each solo age group.

Teams:

Trophies are awarded to the fastest overall team 6hr/12hr. 

Medals will also be awarded to the winning team members.