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)

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About

• Proudly presented by Footscray Cycling Club
• Location: Victoria University (VUT) Skills Training Centre in Hoppers Lane, Hoppers Crossing.
• Location Entry: Enter via Gate 5 next to Athletics Track (Melways Ref 206 J6).
• Important Notice: Cars are STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED onto the race circuit and warm up area at the VU.
• 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.

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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.

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Race Fees

• FCC Members: online $20.
• Entries are strictly online only, we will not be accepting entries at the registration desk.
• Scratching: Scratching is a self-serve, automated refund via EntryBoss if within cut-off time (varies - pls see above).

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Race Day Procedures

• No Licence, No Race (Membership category J17 and above): - riders need a current licence (or proof of renewal) to race. AusCycling licences only.
• Red Light Policy: - Crits held at the VU are exempt as it is a closed circuit in a private facility.
• Announcements: - Please check the FCC website, FCC Facebook or FCC Twitter for any announcements regarding racing.