Criterium Race

8am on Saturday 6th September 2024 (arrive 7am)

Location: CQ University (Mackay campus)

Price: TBC

Total Prize Pool: $2,400

Introducing the NEW thrilling Criterium Race at the BMA River 2 Reef Ride Festival! Get ready for an electrifying experience as Mackay Cycling Club unveils the first-ever BMA River 2 Reef Ride Criterium Race. With a whopping $2,400 prize pool courtesy of Tri-ActiV8 on the line, the excitement is sky-high.

Criterium racing promises a heart-pounding spectacle for both competitors and spectators, as riders race around a fully closed 1.42km circuit. This flat track is all about strategy, speed, and positioning for those aiming to claim victory.

Don't miss out on what’s sure to be one of the highlights of the festival weekend. Feel the adrenaline, hear the cheers, and witness the ultimate sprint to glory at the BMA River 2 Reef Ride Criterium Race!

Catergory & Race Breakdown

  • Course Length: Average 10mins + 1 Lap (1.42km/lap). Length may vary based on registration numbers.

    Juniors will be graded on Race morning.

    Prizes:

    Juniors will receive sponsor prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd

  • Women will be graded on Race morning. Race numbers will determine the number of grades.

    The $2,400 Prize Pool will be split evenly amongst the Women's A, B, C & D grades and the Men’s A, B, C & D grades as follows:

    1st Place:   $150

    2nd Place: $75

    3rd Place: $50

    4th Place: $25

  • 30mins + 2 Laps (1.42km / lap).

    All grades will be determined based on registrations and race numbers.

    The $2,400 Prize Pool will be split evenly amongst the Women's A, B, C & D grades and the Men’s A, B, C & D grades as follows:

    1st Place:   $150

    2nd Place: $75

    3rd Place: $50

    4th Place: $25

Race Information

  • Course: CQ University
    Sign-On Location: CQ University
    Parking: Car park near Arc

  • Race Type: Criterium
    Race Distance: 1.42km/Lap

    • Seniors: 30min + 2 Laps

    • Juniors: 10mins + 1 Lap


    Tech Guide: Course Details

  • Sign-On Location: CQ University
    Parking: Car park near Arc
    Sign-On Open: 7am
    Sign-On Closes:7.30 am
    Rider Briefing: 7.40 am
    *Toilets McDonalds 1kms away

  • Riders on startline: 5min prior to start time
    Race Start Location: CQ Uni
    Start Time: 8 am
    Estimated Finish Time: 11am
    Tech Guide: Course Details

    *Toilets McDonalds 1kms away

    1. Road bikes only

    2. E-Bikes, recumbents, time-trial bikes or tandems are NOT permitted in the BMA River 2 Reef Ride Criterium

    3. Scratch cut-off: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 10:00 AM AEST

    4. Pay online by: Sat, 31 Aug 2024 11:59 PM AEST

    5. Entries Close: 4:30pm 30 August 2024

    6. Insurance: Open to anyone who holds an AusCycling “Race All Discipline” license (no trial memberships). It is recommended that individuals consider their own insurance.

    7. This event is not open to Temporary or Recreational Memberships.

    8. Any unclaimed prize money will also be split between our Event Beneficiaries: CQ Rescue and Disabled Sport & Rec Mackay.

    9. Races will be run according to AusCycling technical regulations.

    10. You will be asked to nominate your grade while entering and the race commissaries will review the start list and contact any riders prior who they feel have entered in the incorrect grade.

    • Numbered timing and helmet stickers

    • Rider Guide

    • Mechanical support at start line and out on course

    • Medical support

BMA River 2 Reef Ride Criterium - Course Map

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