| Frequently Asked Questions |
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| ONLINE ENTRIES OPEN 1ST MARCH 2012 |
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- What is the minimum age?
EVENT MINIMUM AGE LIMITS
| MOUNTAIN BIKE EVENTS |
| 80km MTB Elite |
19 years (Racing Licenced Riders Only) |
| 80km MTB | 16 years |
| 50km MTB | 14 years |
| 30km MTB | 11 years |
| 15km MTB | 10 years |
| ROAD RACE EVENTS |
| 100km Road Elite |
17 years (Racing Licenced Riders Only) |
| 100km Road | 15 years |
| 50km Road | 12 years |
- When will the 2012 Knysna Cycle Tour be held?
Mountain Bike Races: Saturday, 7th July 2012
Road Races: Sunday, 8th July 2012
Children’s Tour: Sunday, 8th July 2012
- How do I enter?
Online entries open 1st March every year, and will be on a first come, first served basis. To enter online, you will need a valid credit card.
South African entrants can also submit a postal entry and pay by cheque or EFT. Please contact us on 082 851 3622 or rotary@123.co.za to request an entry form. Please send a copy of your EFT along with your entry form to rotary@123.co.za.
- Who can enter?
Anybody who is over the minimum age of the event category, can ride a bicycle and is moderately fit can participate. If you are unsure of your fitness levels or medical status, please visit your doctor first.
- What are the entry fees?
| MOUNTAIN BIKE EVENTS |
| 80km MTB Elite |
R230 |
| 80km MTB | R230 |
| 50km MTB | R190 |
| 30km MTB | R130 |
| 15km MTB | R70 |
| ROAD RACE EVENTS |
| 100km Road Elite |
R210 |
| 100km Road | R210 |
| 50km Road | R190 |
- Do I need a license to participate?
Only South African residents must have a license to take part. All South African cyclists participating in any cycling event in South Africa are required to be a member of Cycling South Africa (CSA) or an affiliate of CSA (of which PPA is one). Alternatively you will be required to buy a one-day CSA event license at R35.00 for each event/race in which you want to participate. CSA licences are valid for the full calendar year of 2012.
- Can I ride with somebody else's race number?
No. Any participant found to be riding with somebody else's race number may face disqualification and/or a 1-year ban.
The reason for the strict enforcement of the rules is because your personal and medical details are linked to your race number in case of an emergency.
- What if I enter but cannot take part?
If you cannot take part, a substitution can be arranged before the close of pre entries or at the event registration the day before the event. You will need to find someone to take your entry.
Substitutions before the close of pre entries:
Substitutions must be arranged with GWIM between 15 March and 22 June 2012. The original entrant will NOT be refunded his/her entry fee. You may ask the substitute rider to refund your entry fee but you may not ask for more than you had originally paid. Contraventions may result in the disqualification of both parties.
Admin fee of R44.00 will be charged and is payable by credit card. Please email onlines@123.co.za for further information
Substitutions at event registration:
1. Collect the original participants race number and race pack
2. Complete an entry form
3. Pay R40.00 at the entry substitution area
- How do I collect my merchandise that I ordered if I am no longer able to go to Registration?
You can ask someone else that is attending to collect your merchandise on your behalf, on condition you have their written permission.
- I would like to ride together with family members and friends. How do I do this?
Once you have been notified of your race number and seeding in June you will be given the opportunity to change your race category at registration (the day before the event). You can only lower your seeding/starting group.
1. Collect your original race number and race pack
2. Pay R40.00 at the change of category area
3. Receive your new race number
- What do I wear?
Helmets
Helmets are compulsory. We recommend polystyrene helmets complying with ANSI Z90/4 or SNELL standards.
Clothing
Cycling shoes, shorts and jerseys are also recommended for your safety and convenience but you can wear what you like.
Please also note that it is a family event and clothing should be appropriate.
- How can I confirm the status of my entry?
If you entered online, you can check your details on the GWIM website. Alternatively, you can contact the GWIM offices on 0861 999 191 or onlines@123.co.za.
If you entered by post or fax, you can check your details on the GWIM website. Alternatively, you can contact the event organisers on 082 851 3622 or rotary@123.co.za
- How is my seeding calculated and who is seeded?
Pre-entrants are seeded according to their national seeding index. Entrants entering after the pre-entries date and at the event registration will not be seeded.
- When will I be assigned my race number and be notified of my seeding/start time?
Your race number and seeding will be sent to you end-June. This will be sent to you by email or sms.
- Where do I collect my race number?
Registration will take place at the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival Grounds – Waterfront Drive, Knysna.
Registration times are:
Mountain Bike, Road Race and Children's Event Registration
Date / Time: Friday 1st July from 13h00 - 20h00
Road and Children's Event Registration
Date / Time: Saturday the 2nd July from 10h00 - 17h00
- How do I collect my race number if I do not receive my confirmation email or sms?
You need to go to the Race Number lookup area at Registration to be assigned your race number. This can be used to collect your race pack and goodie bag.
- How will I be timed?
You must own AND wear a RaceTec timing chip for this event.
If you do not own a timing chip, you will be required to purchase one. Please call 021 681 4333 or email queries@racetec.co.za should you require more information. Old Winning Time chips are still accepted.
The most important thing to remember is to wear your chip on race day! It is much more than a timing chip; it is also a vital tool that gives us access to your personal and medical details in case of an emergency.
- How long do I have to finish the Knysna Cycle Tour?
You are required to complete the course within 7 hours of your group's start time to be awarded a result and a medal. The 80km MTB riders have 7½ hours to complete the race.
- What if I decide during the tour that I cannot continue?
There is a sweep vehicle that follows the route. Move off the course and wait for the sweep vehicle or you can stop at any of the official water points.
- What are the cut off times?
The cut off is 15.00 for all races except for the 80km MTB ride which is at 15.30. Marshals and first aid officials will withdraw at 15h00 on all routes except the 80km mountain bike where they will withdraw at 15h30. After that time the finish area will start to close down and roads will no longer be managed by traffic officials.
- What happens to me if I am in an accident?
If you are in an accident on the route, you will be seen to by our medical team. If you are able to, you can continue to the finish line or you can wait to be collected by a sweep vehicle. If you are more seriously injured you will be transported to the nearest hospital and your details will be logged with the organisers. It is therefore very important to ensure that your medical and emergency contact details are correctly updated and that you ride with your own race number.
- If I am in an accident and have to go to hospital in an ambulance, what happens to my bicycle?
The medic that attends to you will radio the Operations Centre who will send a marshal to collect your bicycle. Should there be room in the ambulance, then your bicycle will be dropped off at the nearest refreshment station. In either of these instances, your bicycle will be put on to the sweep vehicle which travels along behind the last of the cyclists. Your bicycle will then be taken to the finish and given to the VOC. You can collect your bicycle from the VOC.
- Where can I find photos taken of me during the Knysna Cycle Tour?
Go to www.actionphoto.net. They also have photos from previous Knysna Cycle Tours.
- How do I contact the organising office?
Email: rotary@123.co.za
Telephone: 082 851 3622
- How can I book a stand at the Cycle Expo?
Contact Peter Southey
Telephone: 082 778 7080
- How do I place a sample in the Goody Bag?
Contact Zandile
Email: rotary@123.co.za
Telephone: 082 851 3622
- How do I enquire about my race entry?
Participants who have entered online and paid with credit card can check the receipt of their entry online at the GWIM website. Alternatively, you can contact GWIM at onlines@123.co.za or 0861 999 191
Participants who have faxed or posted their entries can check the receipt of the entry with Zandile at rotary@123.co.za or 082 851 3622
Event Enquiries
Contact: Zandile
Tel: 082 851 3622
Email: rotary@123.co.za |
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