What level should my cycling be at to compete in the Tour of Bright?
The Tour of Bright is a tough race. The time trial will test your strength and speed and then you have to hard stages to follow. The two road stages have major climbs in them, so make sure you have done plenty of climbing training in preparation for the event. The event is graded, so choose the grade that best suits your ability.
What are the age categories and restrictions on riders?
Men/M19/M23/Masters
Women/W19/Masters
*Please note By-Law 2.13.11
Membership Age Categories: The age category of a participant will commence on October 1 for Track and January 1 for all other disciplines. Please note for second year J17 they are not considered J19 for the road.
Women/W19/Masters
*Please note By-Law 2.13.11
Membership Age Categories: The age category of a participant will commence on October 1 for Track and January 1 for all other disciplines. Please note for second year J17 they are not considered J19 for the road.
What grades are there in the Tour of Bright?
Men A (Teams), B & C
Women A (Teams), B & C
Masters Men A (Teams) B, C & Masters 6+
Women A (Teams), B & C
Masters Men A (Teams) B, C & Masters 6+
What grade should I enter and ride in?
How does the handicapper know which grade to put me in? On the entry form it allows you to "request" a grade to ride in. Along with that you are asked to fill in recent results so the handicapper has an idea of your current form. If it is your first road race we recommend you enter C Grade.
Juniors - Under 19's are eligible to enter the event.
The Victorian Series Masters are graded. However, Masters 6+ will have their own aged based race.
Juniors - Under 19's are eligible to enter the event.
The Victorian Series Masters are graded. However, Masters 6+ will have their own aged based race.
Are there spares vehicles I can put my extra wheels in?
No, neutral spares are supplied by SRAM for A grade men and women only. However, if you find yourself falling off the pace you will no longer be covered by the neutral spares motorbikes. Ensure you carry your own spare tube and pump. If you have a major failure, there is a vehicle that follows the last rider on the course.
What is the weather doing?
Prepare of anything and everything. In December we have had everything from 40 degrees in the valley some years to snow on Hotham other years. Bring a full clothing selection with you and decide what to wear on the day.
