Compendium Midlands Road Cycle Race
Powered by BidvestSunday 17th February 2019 – Michaelhouse School, KZN
This unique race, brought to you by the Burg Wheelers Cycling Club, and sponsored by Compendium Insurance Brokers, offers 2 distances to cater for a range of age groups and fitness levels. It follows out-and-back routes from and to Michaelhouse School, an ideal location whence entrants/families may enjoy the Midlands Meander.
Race Details
| Race | Start Time | Pre Entry Fee | Late Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 80km Cycle | 05:55 | R 320.00 | R 380.00 |
| 80km Cycle Tandem | 05:50 | R 640.00 | R 760.00 |
| 50km Cycle | 06:30 | R 280.00 | R 340.00 |
| E-bike 80km Cycle | 06:20 | R 320.00 | R 380.00 |
Enter online at www.roag.co.za by 13 February.
Registration Details
Date: 17 February 2019
Time: 04:00-07:00
Venu: Indoor Centre, Michaelhouse
The roads will be busy to MHS and riders are advised to get to registration as early as possible to avoid congestion.
Late Entries
Entries will be accepted at registration but at an additional fee. Cyclists not registered with CSA will need to purchase a CSA Day License for R35 from registration.
LATE ENTRIES will NOT be SEEDED and will start in the LAST batch for that distance.
Routes
The 80km route heads, from the Michaelhouse main gate, south, down the R103 past Piggly Wiggly, past the Dargle/ Impendle turn-off, does a U-turn at the R103 T-junction adjacent to the Lions River N3 intersection (No 103), before heading back up the R103, turn left for Dargle/Impendle, does a U-turn to the end of the tar, returning to the Michaelhouse start/finish. View Route and Profile
Note: entrants not making the cut-off on the return-run at the Dargle turnoff will be directed to return directly to the start/finish (i.e. a total distance of 50km).
The 50km route follows that of the 80km route, without turning onto the Dargle Road. View Route and Profile
Water Tables will be provided on the return route. An aQuelle drink and a quality water bottle will be provided to each finisher.
Race Enquiries – ROAG Tel: 086-100-7624 Fax: 086-546-9000 Email : [email protected]
Or Warwick Weedon (Race Director) on 083-794-1158
Prizes and Prize Money
A total of R18 000 in prize money to be won across the 80km & 50km.
Rules
The event is held under the rules and regulations of Cycling South Africa and Cycling KZN, the details of which rules may be found on the CSA website. Entrants should familiarize themselves with these rules and regulations. Race number must be pinned on the lower left rear portion of your cycling shirt/ wind breaker. There is NO road closure, so be aware of traffic at all times and keep to the left of the middle line at all times. If you cross the middle line you will be disqualified. Much has been done to make this a safe race and so entrants’ co-operation is requested. Follow marshalls’ and traffic officials’ directions.
Giveaways
All finishers will receive a water bottle.
Food and Beverages
Food & Beverages from various Kiosks will be sold at the venue.
Local Accommodation
Local accommodation is available in the area.
Local Activities
Plenty of fun and activities are available along the Midlands Meander, to see all the different activities available please see the below website.
Midlands Meander