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A unique event in the cycling calendar where teams of up to 4 or individuals cycle as many times as possible around the Manfeild Track, Feilding in the given 6 hour period.
Each team sets their own ride strategy – only one person from each team is allowed on the track at a time.
Timing transponder is passed from one team member to the next like a baton in a running relay.
Do it solo or get in a team and take turns out on the track.
Our event recognizes the impact that COVID-19 has had on the country and in this case, the events industry.
While the risk of exposure to COVID-19 and transmission in the community is currently low, the event
acknowledges that COVID-19 is still uncontrolled overseas and as such we should not be complacent
given COVID-19 can still spread quickly if it re-emerges.
Please do not attend our event if you are unwell
Event Schedule
The registration desk will be open for transponder collection from 7.30am
The event will commence with a warm up on the track commencing at 8 am.
Transponders will be checked at 8:30. The ride briefing will commence at 8:45 am.
The ride will commence with a neutralised lap at 9 am sharp.
The last lap will be called at approximately 2.55 pm. Prize giving will commence at 3:30 pm.
Access
Access to the venue will be via South Street entrance, 59 South Street Feilding.
You will find our venue map here https://www.manfeild.co.nz/venue-map.html
Parking is in the Stadium carpark D6- Click Here for a different view of the Manfeild Map
Bikes
The event is open to roadworthy bikes only. NO aero bars permitted.
Tandem bikes can enter either in the individual event or as part of a team. If entering as part of a team although it is one bike it is counted as 2 riders.
Mountain bikes permitted (slicks suggested).
Catering
Catering on site will be available from Gala Caterers. They will be providing coffee and a selection of food items. You are also able to bring your own food.
Hospitality
The equivalent of 4 large covered garage facilities are available for your team hospitality area. This area is available for teams on a first in first served basis however do respect others who require space.
Marshals
All safety and security measures in place must be adhered to. Please comply with all Safety Marshal Instructions. Marshal’s decisions are final.
Pit Area
The pit area is for pedestrians and transition zone. The pit area is not a warm up area. (if you need to warm up then bring a wind-trainer).
Prizes
Prizes and or Trophies or Certificates will be awarded for each category. Other spot prizes and merit prizes will also be drawn.
Safety
An approved cycling helmet must be worn at all times while riding in the event. Only roadworthy bikes will be permitted onto the course. Age restriction for riders will apply this year. Only riders from Yr 7 and above will be allowed to participate.
Teams
All teams must be comprised of a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members. There will only be one (1) member from each participating team on the track at any one time. All riders must participate. School teams consist of students only from year 7 to year 13.
*Schools Grades - Riders may ride up a grade if they wish.
**Schools Grades - Where there is not a mixed category available, female riders may ride with boys within the male category however no boys to race among the female schools categories.
Timing
This must go over the timing mat in order for the lap to be recorded. The transponder must be exchanged in the transition zone.
Each team / Solo Rider will be provided with 2 transponders.
Transponder #1 is just like previous years and will require a transponder holder to be attached to the RIGHT hand side of the fork – 4 fingers below the top of the spokes – The transponder must be exchanged in the transition zone from one team member to the other.
Transponder #2 will be a Helmet Transponder which is to be attached to the top / back of your helmet with the x2 cable ties provided. This transponder will be read by the overhead gantry.
We suggest for your team manager or yourself to bring along some snips to assist with cutting the cable ties to size.
If you already have a little black Transponder holder, please bring them along, as we can re-use these and issue you with more cable ties to swap them from left to RIGHT. (This can save you time before the event and help you be as organised as possible)
The transponder MUST be mounted on the RIGHT HAND SIDE of the fork and not removed until you come to a complete stop in the transition area.
The transponders are very expensive items and you will be accountable in the event of loss or damage
Please ensure ALL transponders are returned back to HQ after the event, and if you do not intend to re-use your holder, we would really appreciate these back also .Thank you
***On the day we will aim to post a live results link to our Facebook page for you all to be able to see how you are doing nice and easy from your device. ***
Please ensure ALL transponders are returned to the race office at the completion of the event, there will also be a box for any unwanted transponder holders to be put into also.
We thank all of our Bike Manawatu sponsors and volunteers for their support.
Remember
Safety, safety, safety, it is priority to complete this event without injury, please be careful.
Have a safe and enjoyable day!
We look forward to seeing you there
ONLINE ENTRIES for 2021 are now open
Entry fee is $50 for an individual, $80 for a school team and $120 for all other teams (female, male and mixed).
*Maximum of 4 riders per team
After the 11th of May, there is a $10 late entry fee.
ENTER HERE
Entries on the day are available at registration
***On the day entries will incur a $10 LATE FEE***
Manual entry forms can be requested from the BikeManawatu Secretary (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.)
| Entry categories: | Late entry fee $10 | |
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Solo Male $50 Year 8 & Below Male
*Maximum of 4 riders per team |
On the day Fees Solo Male $60 Solo Female $60 Adult Mixed Team $130 Year 8 & Below Male
*Maximum of 4 riders per team |
The course includes the 3 km Manfeild track and also takes in the pit area where transition will take place. Riders will circulate in an anticlockwise direction.
The Passing Rule
All riders are to keep on the inside line on all parts of the course. Faster riders are to pass on the outside line on all occasions.
Slower riders have the right of way and are not to deviate to make way for faster riders.
Faster riders are to clearly announce that they are coming up on slower riders.
Be aware of riders splitting away from a bunch to enter the transition area and of slower merging riders when leaving the transition area.
Transition
Riders will enter the transition zone through the Slow Down area and dismount on entry to the Transition Zone. Exchanging the transponder will take place in the transition zone and the new rider is to remount the bike only on exit from transition zone.
Entry onto the course proper will only occur when authorised to do so by the marshal. Failure to comply with this rule will see teams penalised.
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Photos from 2019
Photos from 2018
Photos from 2016
Photos from 2015
Photos from 2014
Photos from 2013
Photos thanks to Kirsty Kaihau (Kirsty says "I am sorry if I missed some people...")
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2021
2020 Event was Cancelled due to Covid-19 Lockdown
2019 results
2018 results
2017 results
2016 results
2015 results
2014 results
2013 results
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2012 Results
Overall Results For anybody who can remember their transponder number and if it was one of the transponders from Motorsport Manawatu you have the ability to login and see each actual laptime for your event. Use your transponder number as your login and use the same for your password. Please do not change these as it will mean that no one else will be able to use the system. Please remember to logout when you are finished. eg team Hotel Coachman uses mm16 for login and password.
2011 Results
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Click here for results by class