Bathurst Cycling Classic 14-15 March, 2020
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OFFICIAL EVENT GUIDE 2020 BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC 14-15 MARCH, 2020 BATHURSTCYCLINGCLASSIC.COM.AU THE CYCLING MIRACLE OF NSW More than 3,000 cyclists and Racing is on fully closed roads and thousands more spectators draws participants of all abilities descend on Bathurst, 2.5 Hours from across NSW and interstate. West of Sydney, each March for the The Bathurst Cycling Classic is a renowned Bathurst Cycling Classic. major event on the Australian This is a multi-faceted two-day cycling calendar and we look showcase of cycling which forward to welcoming you all to incorporates the UCI sanctioned beautiful Bathurst this March. Bathurst2Bathurst Gran Fondo, a hill climb on the legendary Mount Panorama, a criterium series and an MARCH 14-15, 2020 event village in the heart of bathurstcyclingclassic.com.au Bathurst. 2020BATHURST BATHURST CYCLING CYCLING CLASSIC CLASSIC I MARCH I MARCH 14-15, 14 2020-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR OF BATHURST I would warmly like to welcome all visitors to our region for this year's Bathurst Cycling Classic The Bathurst Cycling Classic is a popular attraction on the cycling calendar and is growing every year. It consists of several events across two days including Criterium Racing, Hill Climb Championships and the much anticipated B2B (Bathurst to Bathurst). It is the first time the B2B starts and finishes in the heart of our city. I am confident that this has attracted both returning and new cyclists to participate in this event. The B2B has also been confirmed on the UCI calendar as part of the 2020 UCI Gran Fondo World Series. Bathurst is a vibrant regional city offering our visitors the best of country life with all the conveniences and facilities of modern living. The city is one of the most beautiful in the region with a diversity of attractions, activities and services. Our community extends a warm welcome to visitors and participants in this year’s event. We hope you enjoy your stay in the wonderful Bathurst region. Cr. Bobby Bourke Mayor of Bathurst BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET WELCOME FROM UCI It is my pleasure to send this message to everyone at the Bathurst Cycling Classic. 2020 is the fourth year that this Australian event is part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series, which this season comprises 29 qualifier events. The fastest riders in each age group in Bathurst will earn the right to compete in this year’s UCI Gran Fondo World Championships, taking place in Vancouver (Canada) in September. The Bathurst event offers both a tough 4.1km mountain time trial, and a new road race course that has something for everyone: the challenging Mount Panorama climb right after the start followed by undulating course offering something for cyclists of all abilities. It is a major undertaking to stage an international event of this calibre, and my thanks to go to the organisers, sponsors and partners, in particular the Bathurst Regional Council whose implication and collaboration with Cycling Australia and Cycling New South Wales have been invaluable. In closing, I wish the best of luck to everyone participating in the Bathurst Cycling Classic. David Lappartient UCI President BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET WELCOME FROM CYCLING NSW On behalf of Cycling NSW, I’m thrilled to It’s great that the start and finish will be welcome you to the 2020 Bathurst Cycling conveniently located in the heart of Classic. We’re proud to continue our Bathurst, right near the Village, where you’ll involvement in this marquee weekend for be able to enjoy food and fun with friends yet another year. and family. It’s sure to be a thriving hub of entertainment. For our riders, Bathurst Cycling Classic is a must-do event every single year. Families On Saturday, pop down to Mount Panorama come from all corners of the state – even to cheer on the racers in the criterium races from as far away as Western Australia and and hill climb championships! There will be overseas. You’ll see them wearing club kits high-speed racing with top riders pushing from Grafton to Griffith, Coffs Harbour to each other to the limit. You could even Cootamundra, Manly to Manning Valley, and sneak in a recon lap of the circuit while everywhere in between. you’re there. Of course, Sunday’s B2B is still a major Lastly, I wish to extend my thanks to drawcard, especially as it’s a qualifying Bathurst Regional Council, Shimano, Lazer round of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series. and all the other partners who make the I’m excited to see the new courses, which Bathurst Cycling Classic a success each include a lap of Mount Panorama, in action. year. And to all you riders – enjoy a safe, fun and rewarding weekend! They’ve been designed in collaboration with one of our most successful home-grown stars, Mark Renshaw, a Bathurst boy who proved himself on both track and road. I could think of no better ambassador than Mark. We’re proud of how much he’s achieved since developing through our Graham Seers junior ranks. Chief Executive Officer BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET DISCOVER BATHURST From music and heritage events to arts festivals and agricultural shows, the Bathurst region offers a selection of events year-round. Here's our pick of some of the not-to- be-missed events that have put this central NSW region on the map. Penrith Panthers v Cronulla Sharks Sunday 10 May, 2020 NRL returns to Bathurst in 2020. The Penrith Panthers take on the Cronulla Sharks at Carrington Park on Sunday 10 May. Kick off at 2.05pm. Tickets at bathurstnrl.com.au Bathurst Winter Festival 4-19 July, 2020 Held over two weeks, the Bathurst Winter Festival will be held from 4-19 July and showcases everything Bathurst has to offer in the Winter months, from delicious local foods and mulled wine, to local buildings lit up with colour and our magical ice rink. Lear more at bathurstwinterfestival.com.au Bathurst 1000 7-11 October, 2020 The Bathurst 1000 is one of the World’s greatest motor sport events. An action packed week of racing and off-track entertainment that attracts hundreds of thousands of fans & visitors to Mount Panorama each October. Learn more at bathurst.nsw.gov.au For more information about Bathurst’s annual event calendar or the incredible dining, heritage, arts & culture, attractions & tours that Bathurst has to offer visit www.bathurstregion.com.au BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET 2020 EVENT JERSEYS MARK RENSHAW EVENT AMBASSADOR Legendary Australian cyclist, and Bathurst local, Mark Renshaw, is the Official Ambassador for the 2020 Bathurst Cycling Classic. Mark has personally designed the new Bathurst2Bathurst 100km and 50km courses and will be riding in the B2B 100km event on Sunday 15 March. Follow Mark on Instagram @markrenshaw1 or Twitter @Mark_Renshaw. BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET B2B COURSE MAPS The 2020 Bathurst2Bathurst Course has been designed by Mark Renshaw and includes a lap of the legendary Mount Panorama circuit for the 100km course. For the first time ever the B2B course will start and finish in the Bathurst CBD. START FINISH Church Street BATHURST Russell Street Keppel Street Lloyds Road Gormans Hill Road William Street Mount Panorama Perthville Vale Road Lagoon Road Georges Plains The Lagoon Ryans Road C o w F la t O’Connell R oad Rockley Trunkey Road Mount Ben Chifey Newbridge Dam Rockley Road LEGEND Caloola Short Course 50km Long Course 100km Neutral Support Toilets Food & Drink Lachlan Road Ambulance Rockley Trunkey Creek BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET ROAD CLOSURES Riders must be through the road closures prior to the advertised road opening time. If you chose to stay riding, you will be out of the race and normal road rules apply. BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET UCI QUALIFICATION The 2020 B2B has been included as one of The 20% is calculated based on the number three Australian qualifying events for the of starters in each age group, and not the Union Cyclist International UCI Gran Fondo number of riders having finished the race. In World Championships. addition, the first three riders of each official age category will qualify directly for The UCI World Championships will be held in the World Championships, independently of Whistler, Canada on 9-12 September, 2020 the number of starters in that age group. The UCI event is a high level competition for You must finish the race to gain masters and amateurs but also aims to qualification. support the idea of cycling for all. Australia has been the best represented country in The names of riders who gain qualification terms of numbers of participants in the will be communicated on the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships over the past seven World Series website and will be sent an years. official email from the UCI inviting them to register. Based on the results of the 100km B2B race, the first 20% of athletes in each age group Please note that due to three UCI qualifying will be qualified for the UCI Grand Fondo races in Australia, the qualifying has been World Championships. reduced from 25% in previous years to 20% this year. LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UCI GRAN FONDO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS 2020 CANADA BATHURST CYCLING CLASSIC I MARCH 14-15, 2020 RIDER BOOKLET 100KM WAVE STARTS ELITE AND UCI WAVE STARTS The Elite Wave will be limited to 120 riders CA race membership holders as determined on merit by the CNSW State Handicapper.