Goodyear Gravel Grind - Stage 1

Presentation: Held at Kootingal Hotel at completion of ride

Age Limitations
The minimum age to participate in the Events is 14 years of age and above

Bike Requirements
All bikes accepted. Gravel, Cyclocross or MTB recommended. Your bike must be mechanically and legally suitable for riding on gravel and open roads.

eBikes are permitted. They must comply with NSW regulations. TT (Time Trial) bars and Aero bars are not permitted as they would be impractical on this course.

Rider Cancellation
Cancellation requests must be received 3 days prior to the event day at the email address below.

Event Cancellation
The event could be modified or cancelled if the Bureau of Meteorology predicts;
• Continuous rain greater than 20mm/h.
• Winds greater than 45km/hr.
• Temperatures above 35 Degrees Celsius.
• Lightning on course at any stage of the event.
If any of the above conditions are experienced in the lead up or during the event, a decision will be made by Event officials in conjunction with key stakeholders. All participants will be notified by text message or email

Time Limitations
Event time maximums will apply. Details to be given on the day

Photography
By participating in the Event and agreeing to these Terms and Conditions of Entry, you consent to the taking of images or video footage of you or your child during or at the Event by the Event Organiser or its authorised agents and authorise the use of such images or video footage of you or your child by the Event Organiser, its authorised agents and its sponsors in all forms of media without any further approval or compensation. However, the Event Organiser will not disclose any identifying information without your express consent.

Refunds

Will be made if the event is cancelled due to weather, fire , or other safety reasons Refunds will not be made where an entrant is a no-show.

By registering to participate in the Goodyear Gravel Grind 2024 you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions of Entry in respect of yourself, and any other persons, including any minors or children who you register.

Personal Responsibility
You are responsible for all personal property you bring onto the ride course, area and sites and understand that the Event Organiser does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss, damage or harm caused to your personal property and chattels whether caused by negligence or otherwise.

• The Event Organiser recommends that your bicycle is checked and serviced by a bicycle mechanic prior to using it in the Event.
• If, during the Event, you become ill or are injured, the Event Organiser will endeavour to arrange medical transport, usually in an ambulance, but will not take responsibility for such transport being available nor the care provided. Any medical transport costs must be met by you.
• You are responsible for ensuring that you have adequately and appropriately prepared both physically and mentally for the Event and have the appropriate equipment and clothing to do so. If you have any current or past health issues or doubts prior to the Event, the Event Organiser recommends that you seek appropriate medical advice before participating in the Event.

Safety, Risk & Liability

• All riders entering a sanctioned AusCycling event acknowledge that they engage in that event at their own risk and that cycling and cycle racing can be considered a dangerous sport which can result in injury out of an act or omission of the rider, other riders, other vehicles, spectators and other obstacles and track and road conditions and whilst all reasonable care is taken by organisers and officials when organising the event ; All participants must abide by the NSW road rules where applicable on the course and obey any directions from Traffic Management personnel, Event Volunteers and Event Staff
• For all persons under 18 the parent/legal guardian must assess the competency of the rider before and during the event and take appropriate action to ensure the riders safety if required
• A briefing will be given to all participants prior to the start to advise of any specific course conditions or alterations to the event. All riders must be present for the start briefing.
• Participants must wear an ASA compliant helmet .

Insurance
All participants must be covered by valid Riders Insurance (e.g., via a AusCycling membership, Bicycle NSW membership or alternative).

Auscycling offer a 4 week free trial https://www.auscycling.org.au/membership