The Start
The R4 Cycle Ride will start at 8.30am the Saturday 15th May, on Rangiuru St, outside the ibis Rotorua Hotel entrance.
The Finish
The R4 Cycle Ride will Finish on Commerce Street, the Strand, Whakatane.
Prizegiving
This will take place at the War Memorial Hall Rex Morpeth Park, Whakatane at 2pm.
You must be present to be eligible for spot and performance prizes.
Entry Fee Includes
vo2max magazine, GU energy gel, Jack Links product, A Columbus Coffee, Tasti Bars, a Whittakers Bar, Other sponsors products, GU BREW aid stations, Electronic Timing, First Aid event support, plus a chance to win one of the numerous spot prizes
Accommodation
Novotel Rotorua Lakeside, Rotorua's leading 4 star International hotel situated in the central city overlooking Lake Rotorua. Our many facilities allow you to maintain your personal regime for health and rejuvenation by utilising our fully equipped gymnasium and Royal Spa with geothermal plunge pool or massage treatment.
Adjacent to Novotel is Hotel Ibis Rotorua. When you choose Ibis, you are guaranteed maximum comfort, flawless service, 24-hour reception and a friendly welcome - all at an unbeatable price.
Just a short stroll to cafés, restaurants and many popular attractions these Hotels offer the perfect location.
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Whakatane Accomodation
Alternatively, for those wanting to stay in Whakatane go to http://www.whakatane.com/ for a selection of accomodation options.
Grades
The R4 Classic Ride (90km)
Prizes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd male and female.
The VO2MAX R4 Masters Ride
You must be over 40 years of age on event day.
Prizes: 1st male and female.
The R4 PANASONIC Junior Ride
You mush be under 20 years of age on event day.
Prizes: 1st male and female.
The GU R4 Tandem Ride
Prizes: 1st
Support Crews & Transport
There will be available onthe course, mechanics, a first-aid team, a sag wagon plus other eventstaff for your assistance to make this an enjoyable and memorable ride.
Safety
Participants must wear an approved safety New Zealand Helmet while riding the event.
Have your bike and helmet checked.
ALL ROAD RULES ARE TO BE OBEYED AT ALL TIMES AS ALL ROADS ARE OPEN TO VEHICLE TRAFFIC.
SUPPORT VEHICLES ARE PROHIBITED. ENTRANTS MUST BE OVER THE AGE OF 13.
Transfers, Refunds & Late Fees
No Transfers or refunds after the 1st May 2010, In case of a natural distaster, entry fees will not be refunded.
Late entries will be accepted up to 9.00pm on the 14th May 2010 at the event registration with a late entry fee of $20.00.
