AusCycling (Queensland)
2026 Darren Smith Classic - Criterium
- Date
- Sat, 1 Aug 2026
- Course
- Murarrie (aka Muzz)
- Entries open
- Now
- Entries close
- Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:59 PM AEST
- Scratch cut-off
- Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:59 PM AEST
- Pay online by
- Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:59 PM AEST
Event Date: Saturday 1st August 2026
Entry Close Date: 11:59pm Monday 27th July 2026
Darren Smith Classic - Criterium - Proudly Hosted by Gold Coast CC
By entering this event, you agree to the following:
- AusCycling Entry Policy click here
- AusCycling Refund Policy click here
- AusCycling General Technical Regulations click here
- AusCycling Road Regulations click here
- National Integrity Framework click here
- Australian Concussion Guidelines for Youth and Community Sport click here
- You must hold an AusCycling Race All Discipline License - to enter this event
Sport Integrity Reminder
A reminder this is a National/State level AusCycling event. Sport Integrity Australia can conduct anti-doping testing at any event or competition. It is your responsibility to ensure you are aware of your obligations and have completed clean sport education.
All riders over 13 are strongly encouraged to complete Anti-Doping Fundamentals and the Annual Update online courses through the Sport Integrity Australia eLearning page:
Sport Integrity Australia eLearning: Log in to the site. It is recommended you also download the Sport Integrity app which can assist you to check medications, supplements and complete your education.
About
Format: Darren Smith Classic - Criterium
Venue: Murrarie Recreation Reserve
Date: Saturday 1st August 2026
Entries close: 11:59pm Monday 27th July 2026
Grading: As per AusCycling grading policy.
Start times: From 7:20am
Race Schedule & fees
| Cat | Duration | Start Time | Entry Fee | Presentation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Masters A | 50 mins + 2 laps | 7:20am | $30 | 8:30am |
| Masters C | 40 mins + 2 laps | 7:21am | $30 | 8:30am |
| Men A | 50 mins + 2 laps | 8:20am | $30 | 9.30am |
| Masters B | 40 mins + 2 laps | 9:20am | $30 | 10.20am |
| Masters D | 35 mins + 2 laps | 9:21am | $30 | 10.20am |
| Men B | 50 mins + 2 laps | 10:10am | $30 | 11.10am |
| Men C | 40 mins+ 2 laps | 10:11am | $30 | 11.10am |
| Women A/B* | 45 mins + 2 laps | 11:10am | $30 | 12.05pm |
| Women C/D* | 40 mins + 2 laps | 11:11am | $30 | 12.05pm |
| Under 15 B&G | 20 mins + 1 lap | 12:05pm | $15 | 12.40pm |
| Under 13 B&G | 15 mins + 2 laps | 12:06pm | $15 | 12.40pm |
*Combined Event - separate podiums
Under 17 graded according to Open grading
Additional Information
Club Website: https://www.goldcoastcyclingclub.com.au/darren-smith-classic/
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Refund Policy
Any rider who wishes to receive a refund more than 7 days prior to the event may do so by withdrawing by scratching themselves via their EntryBoss account. Any rider seeking a refund must submit a doctor's certificate to AusCycling. All refund requests should be sent to qld.events@auscycling.org.au. Refunds will be processed in line with the AusCycling Refund Policy
Technical Regulations
Events will be run according to AusCycling Technical Regulations
Contact
Gold Coast CC
Damien McFarline
email: info@goldcoastcyclingclub.com.au
AusCycling
Olivia Forrest - AusCycling
Email: qld.events@auscycling.org.au
Membership inquiries
AusCycling
Ph: 1300 137 397
Email: membership@auscycling.org.au
Online pricing:
- Juniors to U15
- $15.00
- Seniors U17+
- $30.00