2019 newcrest orange challenge
riDe guIdE Whether you’re into sport, music, food and wine, action or adventure, you’ll find many exciting events for all ages, in amazing locations throughout Regional NSW.
NORTH COAST
SAIL PORT STEPHENS 8 - 14 April An annual yachting regatta held in the pristine waterways of the Port Stephens Marine Park. d’Albora Marina, Nelson Bay
COUNTRY NSW
CANOWINDRA BALLOON FESTIVAL 19 - 28 April Experience the magic and spectacle of over 20 hot air balloons taking to the skies each morning and late afternoon. Canowindra
SOUTH COAST
WINGS OVER ILLAWARRA 4 - 5 May Visit this spectacular airshow to see jaw-dropping flying displays of aerobatics, classic warbirds and vintage aircraft for an unforgettable experience. Illawarra Regional Airport If it’s on in NSW, it’s on visitnsw.com
Please note that events are subject to change or cancellation (check relevant website for further details prior to the event). Destination NSW acknowledges and appreciates all photographic images supplied by each event owner for use in this advertisement. Welcome from Bicycle Network
Professional cyclists feel like rock stars when people line the streets to cheer them on. But the best the rest of us can hope for is a fist bump from a riding partner or loved one who understands we just achieved something amazing.
Things will be different this year in Orange. For the first time riders will be finishing down the main street and be greeted with a hero’s welcome as they roll across the line into Robertson Park.
It’s obviously a huge step forward for the people of Orange to so generously share their beloved town with people on bikes. It shows what in three short years has become so special about this event: the local hospitality.
Australians who go to Europe to ride their bike often speak of how welcome they feel. With Orange fast becoming a must ride destination, bike riders no longer have to endure a horrifying 24- hour plane trip to feel special. European style riding with a unique Aussie flavour is just a few hours away in Orange.
Thank you to all the riders for joining us for the 2019 Newcrest Orange Challenge. And thank you to everyone who has gone above and beyond to make sure that for one weekend anyone on a bike feels like a star.
Craig Richards CEO Bicycle Network
3 Welcome from the NSW Government
On behalf of the NSW Government, welcome to Orange for the 2019 Newcrest Orange Challenge – an event which showcases the best of the Central West region to cycling enthusiasts from around Australia.
The NSW Government is proud to support this wonderful event via its tourism and major events agency Destination NSW. Supporting events such as the Newcrest Orange Challenge brings economic benefit to regional communities, putting more heads on hotel beds, diners in restaurants and shoppers in boutiques.
The event will journey through the surrounding regions and include a 170km and 100km route taking in Orange, Canowindra and Mandurama, while a 70km route will take cyclists through the quiet country roads of the Central West Tablelands.
The event will also highlight the great food and wine experiences on offer in the region and participants and their families are encouraged to take some time to explore the local farmers’ markets, natural attractions, galleries, museums and fantastic restaurants.
Best of luck to all competitors and trust visitors to the region thoroughly enjoy their time exploring more of Orange and its beautiful surrounding areas.
4 Cadia Valley Operations Proud to be part of the local community
Cadia Valley Operations is one Community Partnerships of the largest gold and copper mining operations in Australia Every year Cadia distributes up to and is owned by Newcrest Mining $400,000 in funding to community Limited. Operations include the groups and organisations which Cadia East underground mine, provide ongoing infrastructure and an ore processing facility and a support for local communities in dewatering facility. the Orange, Blayney and Cabonne local government areas. Site Tours Cadia has been the major sponsor of the Newcrest Orange Challenge Cadia invites local schools and since 2016. The event is fast community groups in the Orange, cementing Orange not only as the Blayney or Cabonne local food and wine capital, but a strong government areas to arrange site sporting destination as well. visits to the mine by appointment. Tours are free of charge, last two Other recent donations include: hours and are offered subject to ■ $27,500 towards the availability. Orange360 Village Tourism For tour bookings, contact 0439 490 program. 092 or [email protected]. ■ $25,000 towards widening the au. Gosling Creek track. ■ $25,000 towards St Vincent Open Day De Paul Society drought-relief appeal (including donations Cadia is hosting an Open Day on from employees) Saturday, 6 April 2019. Buses will depart for tours of Cadia from the ■ $15,000 towards the Bowen Blayney Community Centre. Community Technology Centre, providing access to Tours are a gold coin donation and computers, internet, printing visitors will need to prebook tickets. and homework assistance. For more information, visit www. ■ $10,000 towards new shelving cadiavalley.com.au. for FoodCare Orange. Introduction
Bicycle Network is Australia’s largest bike riding group representing almost 50,000 members and working to make it easier for people to ride a bike.
We support people who ride by working with governments and advocating for better places to ride and the introduction of more supportive legislation. Our Ride2School, Ride2Work and Parkiteer programs introduce people to riding and help them get started.
Our members enable us to do this, and we help them with comprehensive bike riding insurance, legal support and assistance whenever they need it.
We also love to celebrate the fun and joy of bike riding and get to do this at our unique events, including our Aussie classic, the Newcrest Orange Challenge.
Evolving from a small single-distance ride in 2016, more than 1,500 riders now join us each March to take on one of three routes through New South Wales’ stunning Central West. Whether you’re new to riding, or are on the bike every other day, we know you’ll love this event. With stunning scenery, great rural hospitality, a challenging ride and a cold drink at the end of the day, there’s not much more you could ask for.
The Newcrest Orange Challenge wouldn’t be possible without the support of the local communities and event partners who share their world with us for a weekend. As well as the riders who join us, we’d like to thank Newcrest Mining, Destination NSW, Orange Daybreak Rotary, Orange City Council, Cabonne Council, Blayney Shire Council, Cowra Shire Council, NSW Police and NSW Ambulance for their ongoing support.
6 Bicycle Network Members
Members help us do what we do. The support of more than 50,000 members means that every day we can work on making it easier for people to ride and create a more bike-friendly Australia.
To say thank you to Bicycle Network members at the Newcrest Orange Challenge we’re offering some extra benefits and care.
Saturday 30 March: »» Priority pack collection at the Bicycle Network marquee »» Complementary kit bag and riding socks »» Members Only Route Briefing and Q&A at 3pm, Groundstone Café
Sunday 31 March »» Complementary post-ride massage at the Bicycle Network marquee
If you’re not a Bicycle Network member you can join now. As well as supporting us, you’ll also receive comprehensive bike riding insurance. + Members get a free massage at the Newcrest Orange Challenge We all ride differently, but together we make a difference. $1099 / month Become a Bicycle Network member and you’ll be part of Australia’s biggest community of bike riders, plus you get bike riding insurance.
JOIN US TODAY bicyclenetwork.com.au #TogetherWeRide Event Schedule Saturday 30 March
Event village: Robertson Park, Summer Street Orange
Join us at our brand new event village in the heart of Orange from 12pm to 5pm for:
»» Rider pack collection »» Jersey size swap (limited) »» Valet drop-off »» Merchandise shop
While you’re at the village, enjoy the local food and drink offerings, free childrens activities and live music!
You can also participate in our brand new dash for cash, the Prologue in the Park. Take on this fun time- trial race for riders of all abilities and have a crack at taking home the $1,000 cash prize!
Rider Briefing
There will be a briefing for all riders on Saturday 30 March at 4pm. All riders should attend this briefing to hear final event information and important updates.
There will be an additional short briefing at the start line before the ride starts on Sunday 31 March.
Note: Car parking is available behind the Orange City Council building, access via Lords Place.
8 Valet Service (170km only)
Our rider valet service makes it easy for you to look after yourself on the ride, but it’s important to plan ahead and use your valet bags wisely.
One A3 sized valet bag will ‘ride ahead’ and be waiting for you at Mandurama. In this bag you can pack any essentials (nutrition, change of clothes) you may want to collect at the lunch stop. The second bag is your return valet bag, so you can return any unwanted clothing or items to the finish site. Pack this second bag inside the first
Please drop your valet bags off at the Bicycle Network tent at Robertson Park by 3pm Saturday. There will be no valet drop off at the start line on Sunday morning.
Prologue in the Park
Fancy yourself at a little dash for cash on the Saturday before event day? New to 2019 is the Prologue in the Park, our 700m mixed-surface sprint course where riders tackle an individual time trial with a chance to take home bragging rights and a little extra pocket money - $1000 cash!
Details
»» Saturday 30 March, Robertson Park, Orange »» Prologue check-in: 3.45pm - 4.45pm »» Participant briefing: 4.50pm »» Prologue: 5pm to 6pm
Prize money
»» Fastest female - $1000 cash »» Fastest male - $1000 cash
How to register
»» Entry $45 - limited places available »» Sign up at orangechallenge.com.au/prologue-in- the-park
9 ROBERTSON PARK, ORANGE PROLOGUE INTHEPARK ROUTE START RAMP
LORDS PLACE CAR PARK ORANGE CITYCOUNCIL COUNCIL ORANGE CITY BYNG ST ROUTE 10 THEATRE ORANGE CIVIC FINISH GANTRY HOTEL PARKVIEW SHOPS / BUSINESSES MUSEUM REGIONAL ORANGE CAFE GROUNDSTONE BOCOBRA MULLION CREEK AMAROO
BOWAN PARK WATER STOP
20KM CUDAL 10KM
START/FINISH 30KM 20KM N 10KM ORANGE FOOD VALET 30KM EVENT 90KM 160KM VILLAGE CLOTHING VALET 40KM 40KM CANOBOLAS 70KM START LUNCH 100KM FINISH REST STOP 170KM START/FINISH MAIN ROAD 50KM 80KM 150KM 50KM CARGO REST STOP FOREST REEFS CADIA 70KM CANOWINDRA RD 60KM 60KM 140KM REST STOP TALLWOOD
60KM 130KM 70KM CANOWINDRA PANUARA 10KM SMALL HUT SUPER REST 80KM WATER STOP STOP 70KM FINISH 50KM 119KM 100KM START 20KM 30KM 40KM BILLIMARI 90KM 100KM 110KM MANDURAMA LUNCH STOP BELUBULA WAY REST STOP NEVILLE
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COWRA Pedal through Australia’s majestic red centre on our exclusive Great Outback Escape as we take you on an epic bike tour over eight days.
You will be immersed in some of Australia’s most amazing scenery and experiences including:
• A breathtaking sunrise breakfast in the Field of Light with Uluru as your backdrop
• The stunning Standley Chasm walk
• The highly acclaimed Sounds of Silence dinner under the stars
11-18 May 2019 Call today to book your place 1800 639 634 Event Schedule Sunday 31 March
70km & 170km Riders
Time Location
All riders in 6.45am start waves
Final rider 6.50am briefing Start line – McNamara Place Event start – 7am–7.10am 170km riders
Event start – 7.10am–7.15am 70km riders
100km Riders
Time Location
Transport 6.45am loading begins Lords Place Robertson Park Coaches depart 7.45am for Canowindra
Final rider 9.50am briefing Canowindra Start Line Event start – 10am–10.15am 100km riders
15 Rider Cut-Off Times
While we want all riders to finish the Newcrest Orange Challenge, and we will help you do this, there are some cut-off times that you will need to make in order to finish the ride.
If you don’t make a cut-off time, we will ask you to retire gracefully and kindly follow the directions of the event team who will help you get back to Orange.
Distance Location Cut off time
170KM 27km Bowan Park N/A 50km Cargo 9:30am 72km Canowindra 10:20am 94km Belubula Way 11:50am 117km Mandurama 1:00pm 132km Small Hut N/A 147km Forest Reefs 2:40pm 170km Orange 4:00pm
100KM 23km Belubula Way 11:50am 45km Mandurama 1:00pm 61km Small Hut N/A 75km Forest Reefs 2:40pm 100km Orange 4:00pm
70KM 27km Bowan Park N/A 50km Cargo 10:45am 72km Canowindra 12:15pm
Please note, the average speeds required to clear the rider cut-off times are:
»» 15km/h for 70km riders »» 17km/h for 100km riders »» 19km/h for 170km riders
16 When you finish…
Finishing the Newcrest Orange Challenge is an awesome achievement and we can’t wait to celebrate with you!
If you finish the 70km ride in Canowindra, you’ll receive your lunch there before you jump back on a coach to Orange. When you return to Orange, you can join us at the event village for some.
All riders get to enjoy our complimentary barbecue and a cold drink so make sure you collect your tokens from the friendly finish line team once you’ve arrived back at Robertson Park.
We also recommend you rehydrate with an appropriate hydration drink and water, and don’t forget to collect your valet from 3pm at the event village.
WINNERS AD ROBERTSON PARK, ORANGE 70KM START / 170KM START+FINISH / 10OKM TRANSPORT
ORANGE CITY COUNCIL GROUNDSTONE CAR PARK CAFE
ORANGE P ORANGE CITY ORANGE CIVIC REGIONAL COUNCIL THEATRE MUSEUM
BYNG ST
BUS LOADING LORDS PLACE LORDS BUS LOADING SHOPS / BUSINESSES VENDORS
PARKVIEW HOTEL
170KM ROUTE VALET BARBECUE
100KM ROUTE FIRST AID BAR
70KM ROUTE TOILETS BIKE PARKING
GANTRY WATER CAR PARK
18 CANOWINDRA ORANGE CITY COUNCIL GROUNDSTONE 100KM START / 170KM SUPER REST STOP / 70KM FINISH+TRANSPORT CAR PARK CAFE
ORANGE P ORANGE CITY ORANGE CIVIC REGIONAL COUNCIL THEATRE MUSEUM
BYNG ST
BUS LOADING LORDS PLACE LORDS BUS LOADING SHOPS / BUSINESSES VENDORS
PARKVIEW HOTEL
170KM ROUTE GANTRY LUNCH & SNACKS
100KM ROUTE FIRST AID BIKE PARKING
70KM ROUTE TOILETS WATER
19 Women’s Community
Our women’s riding community helps encourage, empower and inspire more women to ride as we work towards correcting the gender imbalance in bike riding.
We’re proud to share that the Newcrest Orange Challenge has our highest female event participation number!
Whether you’re here with friends, or riding alone, please come along to our welcome session with Sarah-Anne from Karmea Cycling on Saturday 30 March at 2.30pm at Groundstone Café to hear more about what to expect from your ride on Sunday.
Event assistance
We’ve got your back out on the road!
If you need a hand, spot a hazard or have a query on the event day, please contact our event assistance team on the numbers below:
IS IT AN EMERGENCY? Does it require Ambulance, Fire or Police?
NO YES
CALL EVENT STEP 1: ASSISTANCE Call EMERGENCY 0425 381 816 SERVICES 000 or 0425 777 484 STEP 2: Call EVENT ASSISTANCE 0425 381 816 or 0425 777 484
In case of an emergency it is always recommended to call 000 first. Calling event assistance after calling 000 is essential so that, where possible, Bicycle Network can work with the Emergency Services to facilitate the appropriate response.
20 On-road support
Route marshals
We’ve got more thanr 150 route marshals out along your ride who can provide directions, encouragement and assistance. Give them a wave, listen to their instructions and let them know if you need a hand.
First Aid
First Aid will be provided at all major rest areas
»» Robertson Park, Orange »» Canowindra »» Mandurama »» Finish site
If you need assistance while out on the road, please call our event assistance team who will be able to help.
Mechanical support
Mechanical support will be provided by DG Cycles – Orange and will be at the following locations.
»» Robertson Park, Orange »» Canowindra »» Mandurama »» Finish site
There will be a roaming mechanic as well, so please can event assistance if you’re in a pinch.
SAGs
Can’t make it home? We get it – sometimes the day just doesn’t go your way. But don’t fear, we’ll still get you home.
Pull over in an appropriate location, tip your bike upside down and our friendly SAG (support and gear) team will pick you up as they come through.
21 Nutrition & hydration schedule
70km 100km 170km
Water Bowan Park stop Water NA Water
Water Water Rest Cargo Winners NA Winners stop energy energy product product
Super Electrolytes Electrolytes Canowindra NA stop Lunch Snacks
Water Water Rest Belubula NA Winners Winners Way stop energy energy product product
Lunch Electrolytes Electrolytes Mandurama NA stop Lunch Lunch
Water Small Hut stop NA Water Water
Water Water Rest Forest NA Winners Winners Reefs stop energy energy product product
Finish Orange line Cold drink and barbecue
22 Ride Checklist
To ensure you have the best ride possible, use this checklist to make sure you have all the essentials to complete the Newcrest Orange Challenge.
Essential Items:
Fully-charged front white light & red rear light
Two full water bottles
Wrist band
Gloves
Additional food supplies
Puncture repair kit
Spare tubes
CO2 canisters or pump
Waterproof rain jacket
Sunscreen
Sunglasses
Money/eftpos/credit card
Willingness to complete the ride within 9-hours or declare yourself retired
23 MULLION CREEK AMAROO
70KM RIDE BOWAN PARK WATER STOP LEWIS PONDS START/FINISH CUDAL N 20KM 10KM ORANGE LUNCH 30KM START
REST STOP 40KM CANOBOLAS MAIN ROAD
50KM CARGO REST STOP CADIA CANOWINDRA RD 60KM TALLWOOD
70KM CANOWINDRA FINISH MOORILDA
1000M
800M
600M
400M
200M COWRA
24 0 10KM 20KM 30KM 40KM 50KM 60KM 70KM 100KM RIDE
100KM N START/FINISH ORANGE LUNCH FINISH REST STOP 90KM CANOBOLAS MAIN ROAD CANOWINDRA RD
80KM
CADIA FOREST REEFS 70KM REST STOP CANOWINDRA START TALLWOOD
PANUARA SMALL HUT 10KM WATER STOP
50KM MOORILDA
20KM 30KM 40KM BILLIMARI MANDURAMA LUNCH STOP BELUBULA WAY REST STOP NEVILLE
1000M
800M
600M
400M
200M
27 0 20KM 40KM 60KM 80KM 100KM MULLION CREEK AMAROO
170KM RIDE BOWAN PARK WATER STOP LEWIS PONDS START/FINISH CUDAL N 20KM FOOD VALET 10KM ORANGE 30KM START AND CLOTHING VALET 160KM FINISH LUNCH 40KM CANOBOLAS REST STOP
MAIN ROAD
150KM 50KM CARGO REST STOP CADIA FOREST REEFS CANOWINDRA RD 140KM 60KM REST STOP TALLWOOD
70KM 130KM CANOWINDRA PANUARA 80KM SMALL HUT SUPER REST STOP WATER STOP
119KM MOORILDA
90KM 100KM 110KM
BELUBULA WAY MANDURAMA REST STOP LUNCH AND VALET STOP
1000M
800M
600M
400M
200M COWRA
30 0 20KM 40KM 60KM 80KM 100KM 120KM 140KM 160KM 170KM Volunteers
The success of the Newcrest Orange Challenge relies on the dedication of motr than 200 event volunteers, many of whom join us from the following local community groups:
»» Rotary Club of Orange Daybreak »» Rotary Club of Blayney »» Country Women’s Association – Canowindra »» Cargo Public School P&C »» Spring Terrace Public School P&C »» James Sheahan Catholic High School »» Canowindra Squash Club
We also have to make a special shout-out to our unbelievably talented workshop team - Keith, Neil, Pete, Rob and Emil – who’ve driven all the way from Melbourne to join us.
Please take the opportunity to say hello and thank each of our volunteers for their incredible efforts across the event
If you are interested in getting involved, please contact us at [email protected].
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Event sponsors
Bicycle Network would like to thank our valued event partners and sponsors
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