Tour de Barelang

Cat 1,2,3 Racing Pelotons

Saturday, 14 May 2016

Welcome to the Cycosports Tour de Barelang (aka Batam Six Bridges) on Saturday 14 May. We are looking forward to a fun and safe day of racing. Below is a summary of relevant / important information. Please take time to read this so you know exactly what is happening on the day.

Harbourfront Ferry Terminal

• Ferries depart from HARBOUR FRONT TERMINAL. (NOT TANAH MERAH)
• There is ample parking upstairs for cars but it’s $15+ charge for the day’s parking
• Race check-in is at the Cruise Check-In Area (ground floor) – Use Entrance D
• Ferry A: Cat 1 &  2  Ferry B:  Cat 3
• Check-in between 5.15am and 6.30am. Counter closes 6.30am sharp. We will not wait for you.
• Tell us your race number to collect your pack - my.raceresult.com/43907/?lang=en
• Fit your seat post sticker to your bike and your passport sticker immediately
• Fit your timing chip to your front fork (either side) as low as possible
• If you have not paid for any part of the event, then please bring cash to settle any final amounts
• Proceed through customs and immigration to wait for your ferry departure
• Cycosports has 2 ferries departing just past 7.00am. Please board the correct ferry
• DO NOT FORGET YOUR PASSPORT

Bike Preparation

• Please take off all accessories such as computers and saddle-bags that may get lost in transit
• Each bike is handled by Cycosports and individually wrapped in a Allied Pickford Blanket
• Our team will do the best we can to ensure pedals do not clash with frames
• Tri Bikes / Tri Bars are not allowed. Bottle cages behind the seat are not allowed
• Bike cameras can be mounted to the bike but are not allowed on helmets
• You MUST bring a HELMET and WEAR IT

We expect to arrive at approximately 7.00am local time (Indonesia is 1 hour behind Singapore).

Immigration and setup will take about an hour. Don’t stress - we will only leave when everyone is ready.

• On arrival you will be given a bike (it will not be your bike) when leaving the ferry
• Head to immigration showing your passport to Customs and depositing it as requested
• If you are staying over or taking a different ferry, you need to go through normal immigration
• For those returning, passports will be kept, stamped and returned at the end of the day
• Proceed with the bike through immigration turning right as you leave to the bike holding area
• Place the bike on rack corresponding to the race number on the seat post of the bike
• Once you are completely setup, prepare your personal bag for deposit (use the bag tag)
• You will not see your bag again until after the race, at the Plaza Area.

• Local riders / those in Batam can register at the Bag Area and collect their timing chip
• Fit your timing chip if you have not already
• Prepare yourself and your bike. Mechanics, pumps, cable ties and scissors are on standby
• Check your bike with a short ride (don’t go silly as you have a 12km neutral warm-up)
• Sunscreen and water will also be readily available
• Find a shady spot, relax and wait for your Peloton’s 10 minute bell & countdown

• Racing categories will depart Sekupang terminal under police escort at 5-10 minute intervals
• Peloton departure will be when everyone is ready (estimated to be about 8am)
• There is a 12km neutralised roll out to the Barelang Bridge Road (Fire Headquarters)
• The 12km neutralised zone is built up so please be courteous pointing out / avoiding potholes
• Note – No roads are closed so please maintain all road rules and follow police orders
   

MEDICAL SUPPORT

• Awal Bros and Batam Public Hospital are providing ambulances to follow each peloton
• We have 3 additional Singapore medics and a nurse, plus an ambulance on standby in Singapore
• While we can be there in an emergency, we need you to reduce the chances by:
  • Ensuring you are hydrated and keep hydrated throughout the race
  • Coat up in sunscreen, the road is exposed
  • Stop and seek assistance if you are suffering any heat effects or chest pains
  • Keep aware of the road around you, look ahead and call out to pre-empt any dangers
  • Think of your team and your other cyclists around you

WATER SUPPORT - START WITH 2 FULL BOTTLES

• Mobile drink support starts at 30km from the ferry terminal and will stop 10km before the finish
• Bottles contain either Water or Pure Electrolyte – please call out what you want
• Static drink stations (A: 50km, B: At the turn-75km, C: Caution opposite side of the road-100km)
• There are also village shops along the way but you will need local currency.

DO NOT THROW YOUR BOTTLES - Please exchange your empty bottles for full bottles. There are 1000 bottles for all categories, which is 4 per rider and you will need to drink more than that across the race. We will need to recycle and ask for your assistance to exchange your empty bottles for full ones.

MECHANICAL SUPPORT

• A Maxxi Bike mechanic will be on hand for last minutes fixes and tuning
• Limited Rolf Prima neutral wheels will be in the support cars
• We strongly suggest bringing your own spare tube, tire levers and pump

RACE CUT OFF

• Due to time constraints we will need to “cut off” the race at a reasonable time. We will run the timing system as long as possible. In the event of a major storm, timing may need to cease earlier.
• A sweeper truck will follow Category 3. If the sweeper team encourage you to “jump in”, they are politely telling you it’s time to head for a shower, hydration and food.

RACE COMMISAIRES & RESULTS

• Although not a UCI event, Cycosports uses commissaries to ensure professionalism and fair play
• Please note that no external vehicle support (for water or otherwise) is allowed
• In the event of heavy rain, Cycosports may have to shorten or even cancel races. As such events are outside of our control and safety being paramount, no refunds can be provided.
• Results will be published online here -my.raceresult.com/43907/?lang=en
• Top 5 riders disputes must be lodged within 15 minutes of results published online

WEATHER

• If you are caught in heavy thunder/lightening, seek shelter in a car or under a solid building. Try not to shelter under individual trees or under small iron structures.
• In the event of heavy rain, Cycosports may have to shorten or even cancel races. As such events are outside of our control and safety being paramount, no refunds can be provided.

• After the Barelang Bridge finish, proceed down the bridge to the Plaza (located on the Right)
• Proceed up the small hill to the Plaza area where water will be available
• Give your bike to the team (taking off anything needed), and collect your bag
• Hand in your TIMING CHIP (loss of timing chip are $100)
• Your bike will be immediately loaded on the trucks for return to the terminal
• If you are staying over or taking your own ferry, ride your bike to The Golden Fish Restaurant
• There will be buses to take you from the Plaza to The Golden Fish Restaurant
• At the restaurant there are minimal / basic showers (Bring a towel, wet wipes and deodorant)
• Lunch will be served buffet style – vegetarian dishes are limited
• Prize giving ceremony is around 2pm
• Depart (via bus) for the ferry terminal at 2:40pm for return ferry at 4:15 – 4:30pm.
• We will aim to send of Ferry A riders first.

• Stay on your ferry until there is room to exit and take a bike
• Take the bike given to you (it will not be yours) and walk up the ramp to the bike Porters who will take the bikes to holding racks
• Proceed LEFT through Passport Control, then through to customs
• Pick up your bike from the racks and head home via customs

You are riding on public roads. The police will warn oncoming traffic as you approach but keep on the left hand side. Bear in mind at certain points you will have an oncoming peloton approaching at speed.

Enjoy the Day – Ride Safe

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