RACE BOOK EWS-E October 17, 2020 EWS-E Round 3

SCHEDULE Last Updated Schedule 26/5 EVENT NO TICES Last Updated Event Updates and Rider Forum 26/5 CONTACTS Last Updated Series and Organizer contacts original Websites and Social Media original MAPS Last Updated Location original Venue Map original Course Map to be published October 11 Spectator Map to be published October 11 ENTRIES Last Updated EWS-E/EWS-E100/EWS-E50 Overview original Categories original Registration original Entry Fees original Cancellation Policies original Onsite Checkin / Plate Collection original EWS Memberships original Race License Requirements original Insurance Requirements original COURSE Last Updated Overview original Course Map to be published October 11 Trailforks GPS Route Map to be published October 11 Course Preview Videos to be published October 11 Liaison Information to be published October 11 RACE L OGISTICS Last Updated Training original Uplifts / Shuttling original Timing Chips original Equipment and Batteries original Bike Marking original Feed Zones original

Technical Assistance Zones original START LIST S, RESUL TS and RANKINGS Last Updated Start Order and Seeding original Start List and Start Procedures original Live Timing and Results original Ranking Points original Power Stage original Awards original After Party original Prize Money original RULES Last Updated Race Rules original Protests and Complaints original Protection Rules original Onboard Cameras original Doping Control original VENUE L OGISTICS Last Updated Travel and Transportation original Accommodation original Parking original Bike Wash original Bike Shops original Grocery Stores original Bank Machines original WIFI and power original Other Riding Zones original Places of Interest original MEDICAL Last Updated Emergency Response original Hospital / Clinics original Concussion Protocol original Massage and Physiotherapy original

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SCHEDULE | return to menu

Preliminary Schedule - subject to change All times listed in CEST – Central European Summer Time [UTC+2]

Training schedule to be confirmed.

Sunday October 11 20:00 Course Release all race stages closed for riding until practice

Saturday October 17 TBC Race EWS KIDS TBC Race EWS-E 30mins after race Awards EWS-E

Sunday October 18 TBC Race EWS 30mins after race Awards EWS TBC Post Race Dinner / After Party

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EVEN T NO TICES | r eturn to menu UPDATES and QUESTIONS / FEEDBA CK Event updates (schedule changes, publication of start lists, …) will be posted here.

Visit the F acebook Event Page / Rider Forum for up-to-date race information or to ask any questions.

SCHEDULE UPDATE

Race was originally scheduled July 18-19 in Valberg . Venue / date rescheduled due to the

Coronavirus pandemic.

Training schedule to be confirmed.

CON TACTS | r eturn to menu

CONTACTS ENDURO WORLD SERIES Managing Director: Chris Ball c [email protected] Athletes / Teams / Registration: Nathalie Grether n [email protected] Media Inquiries / Accreditation: Kate Ball k [email protected]

ORLAGUES Event Director: Luc Guiraud, v [email protected] ,+33 6 83 55 54 64 Expo / Team Pits: C harlotte Crombet, c [email protected], +33 6 85 48 53 61 Media: Marie Paule Guiraud, c [email protected] WEBSITE AND SOCI AL MEDI A

ENDURO WORLD SERIES https://www.enduroworldseries.com/races/6/2020/

Use #EWSmontagnesducaroux

ORLAGUES http://ews-montagnesducaroux.com/

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M APS | r eturn to menu

LOCATION

Olargues FRA M AP Race Village: Esplanade de la Gare Olargues VENUE M AP

COURSE M AP to be published October 11 SPECTATOR M AP to be published October 11

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EN TRIES | return to menu

EVENT and EN TRY STRUC TURE O VERVIEW

Racers will be divided into 3 groups: EWS-E, EWS-E100 and EWS-E50.

EWS-E (pro) 2020 entries will be limited to official EWS-E team riders and a select number of pro riders. Due to the tighter liaison times for the EWS-E group, racers in this group will need to plan to have 3 batteries. Racers in the EWS-E pro group will need to have a Black Box kit attached to their motors. International UCI licenses as well as EWS memberships are mandatory Categories: Men and Women

EWS-E100 Same course / stages / schedule as the EWS-E pro race, but with relaxed rules and transitions times. Racers in the EWS-E100 will only need to have 2 batteries . EWS memberships and UCI licenses not required. Categories: Men and Women, Master Men and Women, U21 Men and Women

EWS-E50 Short course race which can be completed with 1 battery. EWS memberships and UCI licenses not required. Categories: Men and Women, Master Men and Women, U21 Men and Women REGISTRATION

EWS-E Prequalified riders only (Official Teams and invited Wildcards). Qualifying to be introduced 2021

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 No prequalification requirements. Limited spots. Entries offered on a space available, first come basis https://race-entry.enduroworldseries.com/start.php ENTRY FEE Entry fees include all taxes and processing fees Entries will be processed through the centralized Enduro World Series entry system in Pounds Sterling (GBP). The E nduro Sports Organization Limited is acting as agent for the local organizer V elo Caroux Haut-Languedoc

EWS-E and EWS-E100: 132.50 GBP EWS-E50: 105. 25 G BP

Entry fee includes 1 full day of racing, 1 day of closed course marshalled training, full course medical coverage on training and race days, race day feed zone, live timing, backup timing, post training beers and snacks, post race meal.

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CANCELLATION POLICY Registration fees are refundable (less an administrative fee) up to 3 weeks prior to the race. Cancellation request must be sent to a [email protected] by 23:59 GMT September 25. Entries are no longer refundable after September 26. Registrations are not transferable.

CATEGORIES Age calculation date: December 31 2020.

EWS-E WOMEN MEN Minimum age 17 (Year of birth 2003) Master and U21 categories will only be available in the EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 races for the 2020 season.

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 WOMEN WOMEN | Under 21 (2000-2003) WOMEN | Master 35+ (1985+) MEN MEN | Under 21 (2000-2003) MEN | Master 40-49 (1980+)* Minimum age 17 (Year of birth 2003)

*Providing there is a minimum of at least 5 starters, a MEN Master 50+ (1970+) race category will also be offered. Any other race categories with fewer than 5 starters may be merged with another age category at the discretion of the Event Organiser

EWS MEMBERSHIP

EWS-E EWS Memberships mandatory for eligibility and event entry.

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 Memberships not required. No Series or EWS Global Ranking points available for either race. RACE LICENSE

EWS-E The EWS-E is a UCI Category 3 race. All racers must have a UCI license issued by their own national cycling federation. Riders will be required to present their license (copies or photos acceptable) at the onsite checkin.

EWS-E100 / EWS-E50 Non-licensed riders or riders with an FFC “Licences Loisirs et Performance” will be permitted to register upon presentation of a medical certificate (issued within the previous 12 months) certifying fitness for competitive sports / mountain bike racing .

The medical certificate requirement does not apply to EWS-E100 / EWS-E50 racers who have a UCI race license issued by their own national federation or an FFC “Licence Compétition”.

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INSURANCE The following medical insurance is available for racers injured during training or race days. https://admin.enduroworldseries.com/uploads/documents/races/1578234257.pdf

Racers should still have their own personal travel, medical and personal liability insurance coverage: •medical costs for any injuries sustained outside of scheduled official training or race days. •material damages (loss of earnings) in case of accident on the occasion of a cycling competition or during training. •Third-party liability insurance for material damage or bodily injury caused to others in the course of a competition or cycling event or during training. CHECKIN / PL ATE COLLEC TION To collect the package on behalf of another racer, a copy of the racer’s identification and race license or medical certificate (as applicable) is required.

HOURS: To be confirmed

CHECKIN DEADLINE: To be confirmed

RaceLabs reusable and recycled race plates will be introduced at the Enduro World Series in 2020 . Launching August 2020 - details to follow

Altering, cutting, or placing of unauthorized stickers or sponsor logos on race plate is not permitted

COURSE | return to menu

MAP and TRAILFORKS GPS ROUTE: to be published October 11

LIAISON INFORMATION (detailing transition routes and allocated transfer times between stages): to be published October 11.

COURSE PREVIEW VIDEOS: Will be published on the E WS You Tube Channel on October 11.

TERRAIN: Long stages on natural and technical trails, diverse terrain.

EWS-E and EWS-E100 6-7 Special Stages including one very short very technical climb as a Special Stage. The course will be 3 loops (minimum of 2 different loops) with 2-3 Special Stages in each loop. Each loop will take about 1hr - 1:30hr to complete and with about 1000m climbing. So total bike riding time in a 1 day race will be circa 4hr and 3,000m climbing EWS-E50: Short course - can be completed with 1 battery

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RA CE L OGISTICS | r eturn to menu

TRAINING Once the course is announced October 11, all race stages will be closed for riding until training.

Race stages are closed during official training to all but racers, accredited media and official EWS-E Team staff. All riders on course during practice must have plates on their bikes. Any rider training without a plate or outside the official schedule will be disqualified.

Racer will be limited to 1 training run on each race stage.

To manage congestion on the tracks during training, there will be separate training times for EWS-E, and EWS-E100 / EWS-E50 racers. Details will be published closer to the race date.

Safety Protocol: riders stopping on track to check lines or pushing up to session sections must do so from outside the tape.

UPLIFTS

SHUTTLING Racers will be permitted to use personal vehicles to transfer to the start of certain stages during training. Mandatory routes and drop off points will be described once maps published.

On the race day – the transfer from the Paddocks to the the first stage start will be arranged by the race organizers. TIMING CIPS Timing system: SPORTident AIR+ system

Each rider will be issued two transponders (the second unit provides backup in case of loss or a crash). One transponder should be worn on each wrist.

Timing chips will be collected in the finish of the race. Racers who withdraw or do not complete the race should return the chips to the timing tent in the finish. Lost or damaged chips will be assessed a 100 GBP replacement fee.

Timing stickers and timing chips will be issued at the start on Saturday morning. Racers should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to their start time to collect the chips.

EQUIPMENT and BA TTERIES EWS-E racers will need to have a Black Box kit attached to their motors. The kit will be supplied by the EWS-E.

Riders are not allowed to carry spare batteries on their person (they can carry them on their bike) . Equipment marking stickers will be issued for the batteries (in addition to the regular bike marking stickers - see below).

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There will be no technical restrictions on batteries etc as we believe technology needs maximum opportunity to innovate and grow and it’s already moving at a very fast rate.

All bikes must be limited to EU regulations for e-bike/pedelec (25kmph).

Walk function allowed but only in factory settings. BIKE M ARKING

Racers must use the same bike (frame, fork and wheels) for the race. If one of these parts break (frame, fork, rear swingarm and wheels), riders have to report it to the race director. In the case of a replacement of a part or the entire bike, a 3-minute penalty will be given if the rider reports it to the race director (with the penalty assigned to the Stage when the replacement is made). If not reported, the rider will be disqualified.

EWS-E and EWS-E100 Official event bike marking stickers (5 total) will be included in the race package.

Stickers need to be applied to the top tube of the frame, right side of the rear swing arm, right crown of the front forks and each wheel rim. Do not affix the stickers until the race day. Racers who lose their bike marking stickers prior to the race start may be assessed a time penalty.

FEED Z ONES Location(s) and access will be confirmed after course released

TECHNICAL ASSIST ANCE Z ONE

EWS-E Technical assistance is only permitted in the Technical Assistance Zone.

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Location and access to Technical Assistance Zone during the race will be confirmed once the course map is published.

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 Outside assistance is permitted.

ST ART LIST S, RESUL TS and RANKINGS | r eturn to menu START ORDER and SEEDING

EWS-E Seeding Riders will be seeded based on the results from the previous EWS-E rounds in Zermatt and Finale.

Start Intervals Riders in the EWS-E will have individual preassigned start times for all the Special Stages.

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 use a fastest first format. Racers will be assigned a start position for the first stage based on the information in the “Self Seeding” section of their EWS Rider Profiles ( 1 Super Fast | 2 Fast | 3 Good | 4 Pure Fun ) . http://portal.enduroworldseries.com User Navigation > Additional Racer Info t ab/menu EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 racers can also request to be paired up with teammates / friends for the start (even from different categories). EWS Rider Profile > User Navigation > Additional Racer Info > “Paired Rider”

Once EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 racers leave the start, they are not required to remain in the original start positions for the balance of the stages. START LIST and ST ART PROCEDURES List of registered riders published on the event page : “Participating Rider” tab/menu

Any racer who has not collected their race plate by the checkin deadline will be removed from the start list.

EWS-E Start List (with individual start times) will be published on Friday. Racers will have preassigned start times for every stage.

Late racers may be given the following penalties: up to 5 minutes late = 1 minute penalty

5+ minutes late = 5 minutes penalty Any racers arriving at the start of a race stage later than 30 minutes after their specified start time will be assigned a DSQ for the race and should not complete any other stages.

EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 To minimize congestion on the tracks, the start will be staggered. Each EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 racer will have an individual assigned time to leave the start. Once EWS-E100 / EWS-E50 racers leave the start, the racers will need to complete the balance of the stages in order, but they will not have preassigned individual start times or fixed start EWS-E Round 3 | Olargues FRA | October 17, 2020 p age 1 1

intervals for any of the following race stages. Rather, EWS-E100 / EWS-E50 riders will have a specific time period to complete each individual stages as well as an overall time to complete the course each day.

Maximum course time and opening / closing times for the race stages will be published on Friday October 16.

If a rider does not complete the course within their final time check, they will have a penalty added to their overall time. Late racers will be given the following penalties: up to 5 minutes late = 1 minute penalty. 5+ minutes late = 5 minutes penalty

GENERAL If a racer is delayed reaching a stage start or the finish time check as a result of assisting an injured rider or due to some other exceptional circumstances beyond the racer’s control, the time penalty may be waived and / or the racer may be permitted to repeat the stage. Any racer affected by a 'significant incident' during a transition or race stage should immediately report to the finish or start official of the affected stage (as applicable).

The Race Director has the final right to change start times during the race in case of any unforeseen circumstances.

ALLOCATED LIAISON TIMES The allocated times for each stage/transition will be published with the course maps on Sunday October 11. LIVE TIMING and RESUL TS Race Feed and Live Timing: h ttps://www.enduroworldseries.com/live/

Official Results (with penalties) will be posted on the EWS website following the race AWARDS 30 minutes after final EWS -E rider Separate podiums for the EWS-E, EWS-E100 and EWS-E50 Top 3 from each race categories will be awarded – as well as the top 3 EWS-E teams of the day. RANKING POIN TS EWS-E Series ranking points will be awarded (only applies to EWS-E, not EWS-E100 or EWS-E50) Full points table available in Appendix 1 (Men and Women categories only) https://www.enduroworldseries.com/ews-general/rules-and-resources/

Global Rankings for EWS-E events will launch in 2021. POWER ST AGE EWS-E The winner (per category) of the Power Stage will be awarded 40 bonus EWS-E Series points. Power Stage will be identified on October 11.

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PRIZE MONEY EWS-E 4600 EUR total 1st Men and Women: 1000 EUR 2nd Men and Women: 600 EUR 3rd Men and Women: 400 EUR 4th Men and Women: 200 EUR 5th Men and Women: 100 EUR

AFTER P ARTY Details to be confirmed

RULES | return to menu RACE RULES Riders are expected to read and understand the Race Book and EWS Rule Book. Unfamiliarity will not be accepted as an excuse for any rule violation by any rider https://www.enduroworldseries.com/ews-general/rules-and-resources/

The Race Director is authorized to give additional penalties that are not listed in the EWS Rules in the case of a rider who fails to respect the other riders, the spirit of the sport, the environment or the organization. Protests and complaints regarding the race, results, behaviour of the other racers and any other sort of issue must be presented to the Race Director or Chief Commissaire within 15 minutes

from the posting of the results.

RULE BREAK REPORT FORM: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-FhoIqP7w0Jf8m_2ZQbp6nHAKUPnHQvp_lMDb Jy2-5PpkMw/viewform

Race Director: Luc Guiraud, [email protected] ,+33 6 83 55 54 64 UCI Chief Commissaire: A rmando Do Carmo Pereira Esteves, +351 914 819 523

PROTECTION RULES Racers must wear a full face helmet (either fixed or detachable chin pieces) at all times during the race - including liaison stages on the bike. It is not permissible to carry a second helmet attached to the pack / body. Full fingered gloves, knee pads and a CE certified back protector are compulsory on race stage. A backpack can replace the back protector if it includes CE certified back protection.

The rules apply to both training and race days. ONBOARD CAMERAS On board cameras must either be worn on peak / visors or affixed with a breakable mount. Chest mounts are not permitted.

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UCI WAIVER I am fully aware and conscious of the potential risks that might arise with the use of such equipment and accept them. To the extent permitted by the applicable law, I release UCI, my National Federation, the organizers, the sponsors, and their respective members, directors, officers, employees, volunteers, contractors and agents from any liability linked to the utilisation of the camera on the bicycle and/or onto the visors/peaks of the helmet. This concerns in particular cases of accidents, injury, and damage to personal property or third-party property linked to the utilisation of a camera on the bicycle and/or onto the visors/peaks of the helmet during finals/ training sessions. DOPING CON TROL Doping control will be under the authority of the CADF (Cycling Anti-Doping Foundation) for the UCI-sanctioned EWS-E race. All current CADF and WADA anti-doping rules and regulations are in force. It is each rider’s responsibility to check whether he or she has been selected for doping control. Lists with racers’ plate numbers and/or positions will be posted on the timing tent in the finish line as well as at the Doping Control Station (DCS). Anti Doping Resources

VENUE L OGISTICS | return to menu TRAVEL / TRANSPOR TATION

Flying: Closest international airports Toulouse TLS 150kms (2h30mins) MPL 110kms (1h40mins)

Train: BEDARIEUX – Gare SNCF, 23 km (30 min) : Gare TER de Bédarieux BEZIERS – Gare SNCF, 51 km (1h10) : Gare TER et TGV de Béziers

Driving: FROM TOULOUSE: Take the A62 motorway towards Montpellier. Take the Castres Mazamet exit then take the D612 towards Béziers / St-Pons de Thomières. In St-Pons take the D908 direction Olargues

FROM MONTPELLIER / BEZIERS: By Motorway A75 or A9 By Motorway A75-Exit 64: Valras-beach, Sérignan, Béziers By the A9 Autoroute - Exit 36: Beziers, Castres, Mazamet, St-Pons, , road center At your motorway exit you can choose: Join the D14 direction St-Pons de Thomières, then follow Cessenon s / , Roquebrun, Olargues or join the D909 direction Bédarieux, then D908 Direction Olargues St-Pons de Thomières

FROM CARCASSONNE: Access by D610 to , then follow the D907 to Saint Pons de Thomières and finally the D908 to Olargues

FROM CLERMONT L'HERAULT:

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By Motorway A75 - Exit 57: Clermont-l'Herault, Canet, Bédarieux. Follow the D908 Direction Olargues - St-Pons de Thomières

ACCOMMODATION Contact the Tourism Office for a list of options or personal recommendations / assistance with bookings:

Office de Tourisme Orb Jaur https://www.ot-caroux.fr/fr/dormir.html Email: t [email protected]

Telephone: +33 (0)4 67 23 02 21

Office de Tourisme Grand Orb http://www.grandorb.fr/Tourisme/Hebergements/5/17.html Email: b [email protected] Telephone : +33 (0)4 95 08 79

PARKING There will be designated parking for racers. Passes will be required – these will be included in your race package which you will receive when you check in / collect your race plate.

Map will be published closer to the event date.

CAMPING Campers only (no trailers or tent) will be permitted in the reserved event parking. There is no cost or reservations required for the overnight camper parking. The lots is restricted to racers riders and a pass will be required – this will be included in your race package which you will receive when you check in / collect your race plate.

Camping for tents and trailers available in Mons : Camping du Caroux: h ttps://www.campingducaroux.com Camping municipal Le Claps: https://www.monslatrivalle.fr/tourisme/hebergements/camping-municipal.html POWER Power plugs and sockets are of type C and E. The standard voltage is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.

WIFI Availability at the race village: TBC BIKE SHOPS There are no bike shops in Olargues proper - closest is in Le Poujol-sur-Orb (approximately 15kms from paddocks) Cyclable Haut-Languedoc w ww.haut-languedoc.cyclable.com

BIKE W ASH Paddock area

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GROCERY ST ORES There are only small markets in the region - limited supplies and hours of operation.

Recommendation is to bring all necessities to the venue.

RACE VENUE FOOD SER VICES Restaurant + snack bar will be set up in the Paddock . Additional details will be published closer to the event date. Meal will be offered after the race on Sunday (free for racers – with bracelet issued at the onsite checkin at the same time as the race plates) . Guest welcome – can order off the menu. BANK M ACHINES There are no banks or ATM in Olargues. Location closest to venue: Lamalou les Bains (approximately 20kms) from the Paddocks. EVENT MERCH ANDISE EWS Shop. h ttps://shop.enduroworldseries.com/ EWS jerseys, gloves, goggles, socks, tshirts, sweatshirts and frame protectors available online.

Montagne du Caroux EWS-E event merchandise will be available onsite. OTHER RIDING Z ONES Riding options for racers / teams arriving in advance or extending their stays: Racers will be able to ride some stages of the Epic Enduro. Details to be confirmed. Link to the course map : h ttps://epicenduro.com/boucle-3-epic-enduro-vtt

PLACES OF IN TEREST / O THER A CTIVITIES Recommended activities for racers arriving in advance or extending their stays and for non-riding partners: Many outdoor activities (climbing, canyoning, canoeing, trail ...). Visit the vineyards and wine tasting Thermal baths in Lamalou les Bains

M EDICAL | r eturn to menu

EMERGENCY RESPONSE Dispatch : number to be confirmed

Medic Station will be located in the Paddocks for the training days and race days

NEAREST CLINIC / HOSPI TAL Polyclinique des trois vallées 4 Route de Saint-Pons, 34600 Bédarieux + 3304 67 95 56 56 MASSAGE and PH YSIOTHERAPY Massage services will be available at the venue - details to be confirmed

CONCUSSION PRO TOCOL Any EWS racer who fails a concussion assessment by a qualified medical practitioner, during that event, will be removed from the current practice session or race and will be prohibited from further participation in any EWS or practice session or race until cleared in writing by a medical doctor to resume such activity.

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Should a concussion be confirmed by a medical doctor, the athlete is responsible for completing a ‘graduated return to activity’ plan.

DOWNLOAD Concussion Pocket Guide for Riders

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