10th Annual Fixie Century - 6th November2016
Posted: 27 Sep 2016, 22:50
The much anticipated 10th Annual DHBC Fixie Century is upon us!
Sunday 06 November 2016
2016 will see the historic 10th edition of the Club's now traditional ride: an imperial century (161kms) from Bundanoon to the Tempe Velodrome. Followed by some well-earned refreshment at the German Club, and (maybe - YMMV) "the people's ovation and fame forever".
We usually stay at the Bundanoon Hotel on the Saturday night, dine in their bistro, wander down to check out the glowworms, then conduct the Annual DHBC Late Night Snooker Pairs Championships (current titleholders Norman, C. & Belford, A.).
http://www.bundanoonhotel.com.au/
We've spoken to the hotel and reserved a number of rooms. Once we've got numbers I'll confirm everything, so no need to ring them directly. Most rooms are twin-share, but there are some doubles also.
Entry requirements:
• Must have a cycling Australia recognized license and be part of an Australian bike club and if not a DHBC member must be able to prove such before starting
• Must be 18+ years of age and fit enough to complete the designated distance (strong 28s riders and above, with a penchant for endurance). If you haven’t before ridden a Fixie Century don't be offended if we ask you a few questions
• If any known medical conditions must consult your General Practitioner on your health and be cleared to start
Bike requirements:
• All bikes must be fixed with one single gear. Gears can be changed if a flip flop hub is available during ride. No freewheels allowed
• All bikes must have 2 working brakes and enough brake pad to be safe
• Steel is real baby.
Ride Rules:
• All riders must comply with road rules at all times
• All riders are responsible for their own safety and if not up to the distance must get themselves home
• Riders must comply with bunch rules and ride rules when needed
• Australian standard helmet must be worn at all times, by all riders
We also need someone to act as support (i.e. drive the route, carry the riders' bags back to Sydney and pick up anyone who blows up along the way). This may suit one or two who only wish to ride part of the journey, but would still like to be part of the fun.
Last year we took this inland route (via Bowral, Picton, and old Razorback). We'll do the same this year, but maybe with some fine-tuning of the route. To Be Advised.
Don't miss out! Add your name to the list to join in the fun! An early indication of interest (even if not 100% definite) would be appreciated, as we need to give the hotel some idea of numbers by Tuesday 04 October.
Sunday 06 November 2016
2016 will see the historic 10th edition of the Club's now traditional ride: an imperial century (161kms) from Bundanoon to the Tempe Velodrome. Followed by some well-earned refreshment at the German Club, and (maybe - YMMV) "the people's ovation and fame forever".
We usually stay at the Bundanoon Hotel on the Saturday night, dine in their bistro, wander down to check out the glowworms, then conduct the Annual DHBC Late Night Snooker Pairs Championships (current titleholders Norman, C. & Belford, A.).
http://www.bundanoonhotel.com.au/
We've spoken to the hotel and reserved a number of rooms. Once we've got numbers I'll confirm everything, so no need to ring them directly. Most rooms are twin-share, but there are some doubles also.
Entry requirements:
• Must have a cycling Australia recognized license and be part of an Australian bike club and if not a DHBC member must be able to prove such before starting
• Must be 18+ years of age and fit enough to complete the designated distance (strong 28s riders and above, with a penchant for endurance). If you haven’t before ridden a Fixie Century don't be offended if we ask you a few questions
• If any known medical conditions must consult your General Practitioner on your health and be cleared to start
Bike requirements:
• All bikes must be fixed with one single gear. Gears can be changed if a flip flop hub is available during ride. No freewheels allowed
• All bikes must have 2 working brakes and enough brake pad to be safe
• Steel is real baby.
Ride Rules:
• All riders must comply with road rules at all times
• All riders are responsible for their own safety and if not up to the distance must get themselves home
• Riders must comply with bunch rules and ride rules when needed
• Australian standard helmet must be worn at all times, by all riders
We also need someone to act as support (i.e. drive the route, carry the riders' bags back to Sydney and pick up anyone who blows up along the way). This may suit one or two who only wish to ride part of the journey, but would still like to be part of the fun.
Last year we took this inland route (via Bowral, Picton, and old Razorback). We'll do the same this year, but maybe with some fine-tuning of the route. To Be Advised.
Don't miss out! Add your name to the list to join in the fun! An early indication of interest (even if not 100% definite) would be appreciated, as we need to give the hotel some idea of numbers by Tuesday 04 October.