Melrose Double Header

Race 01 - XCO

This event forms part of the Melrose Double Header, if you want to compete in both events, make sure you register for the Race 02 - XCM event as well!

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Scratching is permanent, if you only need to make a change, email timing@ambc.asn.au

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ACCESS AND LOCATION

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COVID AND DISEASE CONTROL

AMBC Requests that you consider the health and safety of others at the event. If you feel unwell, to help stop the spread of diseases like COVID and Influenza, please do not attend this event. We can and will refund your entry fee - send an email to timing@ambc.asn.au.

If you've been directed to quarantine by SA Health, you must comply with this order. Please do not attend our event.

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VOLUNTEERS

We need you. These races happen with the good work done by our volunteers. If you are available to help set up or pack up or assist with anything else please get in touch with our volunteers coordinator via email: racevolunteers@ambc.asn.au

Please lend a hand in packing down the event - many hands make light work.

The following volunteer roles make a significant difference to the ease of running an event:

Course pack-up

Usually 2-3 people on bikes to head out and pack-up areas of the race course - collect arrows, wind up bunting, etc. and ensure the club leaves no trace.

Sign on

Occupy a dry chair under the cover of a marque and hand out race plates using our digital sign on system. Also helpful at the end of the race for "sign off". Ideally this would be two people.

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LICENSING/MEMBERSHIP

A current AusCycling All-Discipline or Off-Road license is required to ride these events. Bring your license card, digital membership or proof of license with you to sign-on, just in case!

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ENTRY CATEGORIES

All categories are self seeded, but may be reviewed by the Race Director and Timekeeper (or other officials as needed). The following categories are availble:

Category	Short Code	Laps	Race #
A Grade Men	AM	6	3
A Grade Women	AW	5	2
B Grade Men	BM	5	3
B Grade Women	BW	4	2
C Grade Men	CM	4	3
C Grade Women	CW	3	2
D Grade Men	DM	3	3
Under 19 Men	U19M	5	3
Under 19 Women	U19W	4	2
Under 17 Men	U17M	4	1
Under 17 Women	U17W	4	1
Under 15 Men	U15M	3	1
Under 15 Women	U15W	3	1
Under 13 Men	U13M	2	1
Under 13 Women	U13W	2	1
E-Bike Men	EBM	5	3
E-Bike Women	EBW	4	2

* Lap counts are subject to change

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START WAVES

All lap counts are subject to change at any time at the race director's discretion.

Race #	Time	Grades
Race 1	11:30AM	AW, BW, CW, U19W, EBW, U17M, U17W, U15M, U15W, U13M, U13W
Race 2	1:30PM	AM, BM, CM, DM, U19M, EBM

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TIMING

On the day, competitors will be issued with a race plate that contains a transponders as well. Cable ties are provided, although it is your responsibility to ensure that your race plate is visible and correctly mounted. This race plate is to be returned after the race.

Results and live timing will be available from the clubs MyRaceResult page

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COURSE

RideWithGPS

Course will be set up the day before unless noted otherwise. Please contact racedirector@ambc.asn.au in advance if you'd like to help setup the course.

XCO courses 4-5km long, aiming to be a total race time of 1h 15 for the winner of each category. This means that Elite riders are expected to do approximately 12.5minute laps. The trails used are generally Intermediate-Advanced and B-lines are provided where possible. AMBC may publish a proposed course, however we cannot guarantee that this will be the exact course used on race day due to the demands of the land owners, park managers, weather conditions and other factors.

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PARKING

There is a strong emphasis on riding from Melrose to the event to keep the car park free for visitors. If you must drive, be wary that parking is limited and you may need to park on the roadside.

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SCRATCHING

Need to withdraw from the event? EntryBoss enables a self-serve refund if things change and you can't make the event. Please use the 'Scratch' button to trigger a refund and automatically remove yourself from the start list, (Please note the scratching cut-off as the button is not available after this).

If you have any questions, feel free to email committee@ambc.asn.au for more information!