This is not a race. It’s just an opportunity to get out on a bike and have some fun. If you want to ride fast, don’t do it around less experienced riders or in congested areas with lots of traffic. There's lots of space on the highway to push yourself.
Helmets are mandatory. It’s the law.
Carry I.D. It's recommended that all participants carry personal identification and their health care card in case of an emergency. It is also a good idea to have emergency contact information with you.
Carry a Cell Phone. It is recommended that all participants carry a phone. This ride is supported and you'll be provided with a phone number in case you run into any mechanical problems on the road.
Obey all traffic laws. All cyclists are personally responsible for obeying all traffic laws. This includes traffic lights and stop signs.
Ride safely. Ride a pace at which you are comfortable and in control. Unless passing another rider, please ride on the right side of the solid white line as far as safely possible. Sometimes, due to surface conditions, the shoulder is an unpleasant place to ride, so if you are going to be on the road proper, keep an eye out for traffic coming from behind. Move over to the right as far as you safely can before it overtakes you. Before passing another rider, ensure there are no vehicles approaching from either direction (motorists are known to pass on double yellow lines). Announce your intentions by loudly saying, "passing on the left." On the highway, ride in single file. On some of the quieter roads it is acceptable to ride side by side, but pay attention to vehicles approaching from behind. Upon approach of a vehicle, call out "car back" and resume single file. If you are at the front of a group, call those hazards so that other riders behind you are aware. Ride defensively and within your abilities. You are responsible for your own safety.
Acceptable bicycles. Please use good judgment here. Make sure your bike is in good working order. Brakes are critical as there are many long, steep hills on the Sunshine Coast.
iPods and other headphones are not allowed while participating in this ride.
Be self sufficient: While we will make every effort to help you out if you get into mechanical or some other difficulty, you should be able to take care of basic mechanical problems or ride with someone who can help you. You should carry at least a multi tool, spare tube or patch kit, enough food and water to see you through to the next aid station, and/or some money to buy food along the way.
Waiver of liability: We will have a simple waiver to be signed as part of registration before the event. The waiver will also require you to provide emergency contact information.
Helmets are mandatory. It’s the law.
Carry I.D. It's recommended that all participants carry personal identification and their health care card in case of an emergency. It is also a good idea to have emergency contact information with you.
Carry a Cell Phone. It is recommended that all participants carry a phone. This ride is supported and you'll be provided with a phone number in case you run into any mechanical problems on the road.
Obey all traffic laws. All cyclists are personally responsible for obeying all traffic laws. This includes traffic lights and stop signs.
Ride safely. Ride a pace at which you are comfortable and in control. Unless passing another rider, please ride on the right side of the solid white line as far as safely possible. Sometimes, due to surface conditions, the shoulder is an unpleasant place to ride, so if you are going to be on the road proper, keep an eye out for traffic coming from behind. Move over to the right as far as you safely can before it overtakes you. Before passing another rider, ensure there are no vehicles approaching from either direction (motorists are known to pass on double yellow lines). Announce your intentions by loudly saying, "passing on the left." On the highway, ride in single file. On some of the quieter roads it is acceptable to ride side by side, but pay attention to vehicles approaching from behind. Upon approach of a vehicle, call out "car back" and resume single file. If you are at the front of a group, call those hazards so that other riders behind you are aware. Ride defensively and within your abilities. You are responsible for your own safety.
Acceptable bicycles. Please use good judgment here. Make sure your bike is in good working order. Brakes are critical as there are many long, steep hills on the Sunshine Coast.
iPods and other headphones are not allowed while participating in this ride.
Be self sufficient: While we will make every effort to help you out if you get into mechanical or some other difficulty, you should be able to take care of basic mechanical problems or ride with someone who can help you. You should carry at least a multi tool, spare tube or patch kit, enough food and water to see you through to the next aid station, and/or some money to buy food along the way.
Waiver of liability: We will have a simple waiver to be signed as part of registration before the event. The waiver will also require you to provide emergency contact information.
