Footscray & Coburg Criterium Series – Round 1

Hoppers Crossing

The series is open to members of any AusCycling Clubs

About

• Proudly presented by Footscray Cycling Club
  
• Location: Victoria University (VUT) Skills Training Centre in Hoppers Lane, Hoppers Crossing.
  FCC Criterium Circuit
• Location Entry: Enter via Gate 5 next to Athletics Track
• Important Notice: Cars are STRICTLY NOT ALLOWED onto the race circuit and warm up area at the VU.
• Parking: The car parking area is directly inside the Gate 5 entrance. If the car park is full, overflow parking is available opposite the toilets in front of building 2.

Criterium Series Info

Structure of Points awarded for each race in the series:
1st: 10 points
2nd: 8 points
3rd: 6 points
4th: 4 points
5th: 2 points
6th: & onwards 1 point
Marshalling: 1 point per duty
NB: Points do NOT transfer up or down grades with riders.
BONUS: 4 points if a rider races ALL 4 races. 2 points if a rider races 3 races.
NOTE: FCC and CCC Executive can withhold points for various reasons, such as incorrect grading, infractions, etc.

Race Schedule

Race Fees

• Online Entry preferred
• Online: $15 (+$0.49 CC Fee)
• We are accepting entries on the day: If you're entering on the day please register at least 15 minutes before your race start, card facilities available or bring the correct cash. If you are entering on the day you must bring your licence. follow this link for instructions on loading your AusCycling Licence to your phone
• Scratching: Scratching is a self-serve, automated refund via EntryBoss if within cut-off time (varies - pls see above).

Race Day Procedures

• Have questions about Criterium Racing at FCC: - read our FAQ
• 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 or FCC Facebook for any announcements regarding racing.