About the Race:

As the temperatures begin to drop and winter approaches, this week’s race marks our final hit-out before we take a short break until we return to racing in August. Riders will want to head into the break on a high, but first they’ll need to survive a demanding morning on the familiar roads of Paraparap. The race begins with bunches rolling turns out and back along Forest Rd, where cooperation and rhythm will be vital before the real challenge begins. From there, riders will tackle 2.5 laps of one of our favourite circuits - Forest, Grays, Hendy Main and Larcombes Roads - a loop that always rewards smart racing, strong legs and good positioning. Expect the pace to build with every lap as attacks, fatigue and tactics begin to shape the race. The exposed roads and flowing corners can quickly split bunches apart, while those who conserve energy and work efficiently together may give themselves the best chance of contesting the finish. After the final turn into Larcombes Rd, it will be all about timing, courage and sprint speed as riders launch for the line at the always challenging Larcombes Rd (A) finish. A fitting way to close out the first half of the season before the winter break begins.

Races are conducted at Paraparap, Victoria.

• GSCC conducts road racing events in the beautiful hinterland of Geelong’s Surfcoast region at Paraparap.

• The GSCC Club house is situated on Grassdale Rd, on the corner with Hunts Rd, it is just off Hendy Main Rd.

Race Details:

* N.B. - CLUB RACES WILL NEED A MINIMUM OF 10 RIDERS TO ENABLE RACING TO PROCEED

* Red light policy: A tail light is required for all races

• Masters racing, Open to all AusCycling members males over 30 years of age and females over 23 years of age

• Course: Forest Rd + 2.5 laps, finish Larcombes A - 57km

• 8.30am sign in at Clubrooms, 9am race start

• Course Map - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49351274

Provide your AusCycling license number, transponder number and expected racing grade

No on the day entries

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Race Fees

• $15 entry fee for GSCC members
  
• $20 entry fee for visitors. (Non GSCC members)
  
• Transponders required - $5 Hire Fee (Please note a fee of $50 will be levied for unreturned Transponders)

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Grades & Race Durations

Race type	Duration
Handicap Race	57 kms

Safety Briefing

Races are conducted on open public roads & GSCC holds the necessary permits for this event.

The safety of Riders, Officials & the general public is our priority, please observe the following instructions :-

• Keep to the left at all times, to minimize the impact to other road users

• Obey Road Rules at all times

• Follow the directions of race officials

• In the sprint, maintain a straight line, and keep both your hands on the bars before, during and after the sprint

• Have a working tail light

• Attend event pre race briefing

While every endeavour has been to provide riders with a safe riding environment, we cannot predict the unexpected - cycle racing can be a dangerous sport.

Acknowledgement of Country

Our cycling club races on the lands of the Wadawurrung people and we wish to acknowledge them as traditional owners. We would also like to pay our respects to their Elders, past and present, and Aboriginal Elders of other communities.

More Information

* New to racing: - Try a four week license, just click on the link https://auscycling.org.au/become-a-member/free-trial

* Red light policy: A tail light is required for all races

* Announcements: Refer to website https://gscc.net.au/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/geelongsurfcoastcyclingclub Instagram https://www.instagram.com/geelongsurfcoastcycling/?hl=en