- Date
- Sun, 29 Jan 2023
- Format
- FCC Memorial
- Course
- VU
- Entries open
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Sun, 15 Jan 2023 9:00 PM AEDT
- Entries close
- Fri, 27 Jan 2023 7:00 PM AEDT
- Pay online by
- Tue, 31 Jan 2023 8:00 PM AEDT
VU Criterium
Hoppers Crossing
This race is open to FCC members ONLY.
To enter this race you must have previously raced 4 races with the FCC, and have been graded by our handicappers.
COVID-19 Notice
By entering this event, you agree to follow all new safety guidelines and directions of the club.
You must not attend this race if:
you are feeling sick and unwell,
or if you have COVID symptoms,
or if you are required to isolate as per the VIC government COVID checklists (https://www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/checklist)
About
- Proudly presented by Footscray Cycling Club
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Location: Victoria University (VUT) Skills Training Centre in Hoppers Lane, Hoppers Crossing.
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Location Entry: Enter via Gate 5 next to Athletics Track (Melways Ref 206 J6).
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Important Notice: Cars are STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED onto the race circuit and warm up area at the VU.
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Parking: On Thursday nights parking is available at the Gate 5 entrance. On Saturday mornings if the car park is full, overflow parking is available opposite the toilets in front of building 2.
Race Schedule
Time |
Grade |
8:00 AM |
Registration opens |
8:25 AM |
Race briefing D grade |
8:30 AM |
D (40 min) |
9:15 AM |
Race briefing C grade |
9:20 AM |
C (45 min) |
10:10 AM |
Race briefing B grade |
10:15 AM |
B (50 min) |
11:10 AM |
Race briefing A grade |
11:15 AM |
A (60 min) |
If sufficient entries are received for a stand alone Women's grade it will be run at the same time as D grade.
All riders must attend their grades relevant race briefing.
Race Fees
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FCC Members: online $20.
- Entries are strictly online only, we will not be accepting entries at the registration desk.
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Scratching: Scratching is a self-serve, automated refund via EntryBoss if within cut-off time (varies - pls see above).
Race Day Procedures
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No Licence, No Race (Membership category J17 and above): - riders need a current licence (or proof of renewal) to race. AusCycling licences only.
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Red Light Policy: - Crits held at the VU are exempt as it is a closed circuit in a private facility.
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Announcements: - Please check the FCC website, FCC Facebook or FCC Twitter for any announcements regarding racing.