1 FEDERATION UNIVERSITY ROAD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS EXPERIENCE BALLARAT AT THE FEDERATION UNIVERSITY ROAD NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS The Federation University Road National Championships takes Australia’s best cyclists to Ballarat, Buninyong and surrounding areas in a battle for the coveted green and gold National Champions jersey. Featuring an exciting five-day program with criterium, road race and time trial events, cyclists will see, experience and participate in the ultimate week of Aussie Cycling. 2 FEDERATION UNIVERSITY VICE CHANCELLOR WELCOME It is my great pleasure to welcome spectators, families and elite cyclists to come together once again for the Federation University Australia Road National Championships. A prime focus is on making this event a COVID-safe event as we move from two days of time trials at Mount Helen Campus to Friday’s Criterium Champs and into a full weekend of road racing. We are delighted this year to have a Live Site set up on campus so that spectators can keep up with all of the weekend’s action on the big screen in a comfortable, safe environment. And Federation University is proud to keep the wheels of high-performance cycling turning long after this year’s competitors have crossed the finish line, by agreeing to extend its cycling partnership with AusCycling by a further three years. This deepening collaboration will see Federation University host training camps for elite cyclists, run athlete testing and talent identification, and work with AusCycling to explore potential education programs with a focus on coaching. Our students will benefit from work placement and internship opportunities with AusCycling across many discipline areas. Research opportunities at both elite and recreational levels of the sport will also develop. Professor Duncan Bentley These partnership initiatives will be supported by our state-of-the-art health and sports Vice-Chancellor and President precinct, which opened in March 2020, as well as our world-class reputation for sport Federation University science programs. Federation’s Sport Science discipline last year jumped into the top 100 of the global ranking of sport science schools and departments, as assessed by the Academic Ranking of World Universities. That is a ringing endorsement of the high-quality sports experiences we offer, from exercise and sport science through to clinical exercise physiology, strength and conditioning, and sport management – and this year, the spotlight of international sport management will shine on an exciting new bachelor’s degree presented in partnership with the World Academy of Sport. After a year of frustrations and restrictions it will be a joy to see Ballarat come alive to the great cycling spectacle the Federation University Road National Championships have become. Good luck to all the 2021 competitors! 3 AUSCYCLING MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR AusCycling respectfully acknowledges the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung people, traditional custodians of the land on which the AusCycling 2021 Federation University Road National Championships take place. On behalf of AusCycling, I extend a warm welcome to all athletes, officials, volunteers, event staff plus cycling fans and supporters from around Australia. Over five days, Australia’s best under 19, under 23, elite and para-cyclists will battle for the coveted green and gold national champions jerseys in the criterium, road race, time trial and Gran Fondo. Over the last thirteen years, the Championships has produced countless great memories, with many of Australian cycling’s World Tour stars celebrating glory on the roads of Ballarat. It has been great to see the Championships evolve each year and watch it grow into one of Australia’s biggest events. We extend our genuine appreciation to our key partners Federation University, City of Ballarat, and Visit Victoria for their tremendous support. I would like to acknowledge our principal partners in the UCI and Sport Australia for their ongoing contribution to the success of our sport here and abroad whilst Duncan Murray acknowledging our broadcast partners, SBS and FOX SPORTS Australia and the Global Cycling Network. Chair, AusCycling Thank you also to the all the contributions from AusCycling staff, commissaires, supporters and tireless volunteers who make this event happen. Lastly, to all of our competitors, I wish you the very best as you chase your dreams. We look forward to seeing you etch your name on the Road Nationals honour rolls. 4 Everyday Coff ee, Collingwood Bellarine Distillery, Bellarine Discover how at visitvictoria.com/clickforvic Phillip Island Winery, Ventnor Wootten, Ballarat and Richmond5 CITY OF BALLARAT WELCOME FROM THE MAYOR It’s always an exciting time to welcome the AusCycling Federal University Road National Championships back to Ballarat for another year. But after the challenges of the past 12 months, the opportunity to once again experience the thrills and unique atmosphere that comes with this prestigious event is an especially enticing prospect. Ballarat has nurtured a long and successful partnership with AusCycling to enhance our reputation as a cycling city and to deliver a world-class event that just gets bigger and better every year. That partnership has never been more important than this year, and the City of Ballarat has worked closely with Aus Cycling and GTR, Federation University and the Department of Health and Human Services to ensure in 2021 we can deliver the same spectacular event for riders, spectators and event workers, but in a COVID safe environment. From the gruelling Mt Buninyong King of the Mountain climb to the majestic charm of Ballarat’s Sturt Street, all the action will be kerbside as our communities come alive with a five-day program of entertainment and elite racing beamed around the globe. Cr Daniel Moloney The 2021 Championships are a perfect fit for our Summer of Fun in Ballarat campaign, showcasing our award winning attractions, outstanding food and drink Mayor offerings in our city this summer. City of Ballarat To our visitors, we’re so excited to welcome you back to Ballarat to experience the warm summer days and balmy evenings in our city and surrounds. While you’re here make sure you explore our art filled laneways or sample our booming food scene at Ballarat’s outstanding restaurants and wine bars. And once you’ve experienced the quaint village charm of Buninyong you’ll want to venture inside its gorgeous shops, cafes and other heritage buildings. I extend a warm welcome to all cyclists competing at the 2021 Championships. To all our visiting competitors, Ballarat salutes your commitment and your drive for success and achievement in your chosen sport. I wish you all the best and every success at this year’s Championships. It’s great to have you here. 6 2021 RACING SCHEDULE WED 3 FEB - TIME TRIAL SAT 6 FEB - ROAD RACE Gran Fondo TT Para & Intellectually Impaired U19 Men & Women U19 Men & Women U23 Men & Women U23 Men Elite Men & Women Gran Fondo RR THURS 4 FEB - TIME TRIAL SUN 7 FEB - ROAD RACE Para & Intellectually Impaired U23 Women Club Teams Elite Women Elite Men FRI 5 FEB - CRITERIUM Fixed Gear Club Team Crit U19 Men & Women U23 Men & Women Elite Men & Women 7 TIME TRIAL WEDNESDAY 3 & THURSDAY 4 FEB FEDERATION UNIVERSITY The TT course features a technical start and finish along with several short, but tough hills for competitors to contend with. Riders have the opportunity to find their rhythm along Gear Ave and Yankee Flat Rd, however the Fisken Rd descent and roads through Federation University will be sure to push the riders’ technical abilities to the limit. 2021 COURSE MAP 8 RACING SCHEDULE - WEDNESDAY 3 FEB CATEGORY DISTANCE START TIME U19 Men 18.8km (1 Lap) 12:00pm U19 Women 18.8km (1 lap) 12:50pm U23 Men 28.6km (2 laps) 1:45pm U23 & Elite Women 28.6km (2 Laps) 2:45pm Elite Men 37.5km (2 laps) 4:05pm GRAN FONDO RACING SCHEDULE - WEDNESDAY 3 FEB CATEGORY DISTANCE START TIME Gran Fondo Time Trial 23.6km (3 Laps) 9:15am RACING SCHEDULE - THURSDAY 4 FEB CATEGORY DISTANCE START TIME Men & Women - H1-H2 11.9km (1 Lap) 10:00am Women - H3-5 11.9km (1 Lap) 10:03am Men & Women - T1-2 11.9km (1 Lap) 10:03am Intellectually Impaired 11.9km (1 Lap) 10:03am Women - C1-3 11.9km (1 Lap) 10:03am Men - H3-5 23.6km (2 Laps) 10:25am Women - C4-5 23.6km (2 Laps) 10:25am Men - C1-3 23.6km (2 Laps) 10:25am Women - WB 23.6km (2 Laps) 11:00am Men - MB 23.6km (2 Laps) 11:00am Men - C4-5 23.6km (2 Laps) 11:00am Deaf 23.6km (2 Laps) 11:00am Club Team Time Trial (Including Victorian 32.4km (2 Laps) 12:30pm Championships) 9 CRITERIUM FRIDAY 5 FEB STURT ST, BALLARAT The crit circuit is once again set to take place on the much-loved Sturt St, featuring a tough uphill drag to the finish line of each lap. With races scheduled from morning to evening, and a range of categories including Fixie, Para-Cycling, Club Teams and Elite, there is something for everyone, whether participating or spectating. 2021 COURSE MAP 10 RACING SCHEDULE - FRIDAY 5 FEB CATEGORY DISTANCE START TIME Fixed Gear 16km (20 Laps) 12:35pm Club Team Crit Wave 1 13.2km (12 laps) 1:10pm Club Team Crit Wave 2 13.2km (12 laps) 1:40pm Club Team Crit Wave 3 13.2km (12 laps) 2:10pm U19 Women 16.5km (15 Laps) 2:40pm U19 Men 22km (20 Laps) 3:15pm U23 Men 33km (30 Laps) 3:55pm U23 & Elite Women 44km (40 Laps) 5:00pm Elite Men 44km (40 Laps) 6:30pm 11 ROAD RACE SATURDAY 6 & SUNDAY 7 FEB WARRENHEIP ST, MT BUNINYONG The road races are back on the iconic Buninyong circuit in 2021, with riders to face the tough Mount Buninyong climb each lap to decide the 2021 Federation University National Road Race Champions.