4F Twilight Crits
Criterium events for women
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What is it?
The 4F Twilight Criterium is an event run by women, for women (with the help of a few good men). It includes opportunities for learning and racing.
4Five+ had one aim in creating the series: to provide a fun, safe, encouraging environment where women could enjoy racing. Where women are the centre of attention, and their needs are prioritized.
From the 4F blog
There will be a beginner skills session and races as follows:
A & B Grade Chase 20 min + 2 laps
C grade 20 min + 2 laps
D grade 20 min + 2 laps, U13 15 min + 2 laps, U11 10 min + 2 laps
Race fields are capped to promote rider safety, and there will be a wait list for each grade if the field hits capacity. If grades registrations are low, two grades may be run at the same time (options for separate starts or a handicap chase, pending racer feedback).
As the events are graded criteriums, entries are invited from Juniors U15 and up to participate in the appropriate grade. U13 and U11 will participate in their age group, but will be on course with E Grade.
Where and when is it?
Course: Midvale SpeedDome (map: https://goo.gl/maps/zAnwV7YXDE89xYND7)
Racing 4.00-6.00pm Saturday 22 November.
Proposed schedule - please refer to EntryBoss information for final schedule:
2.30 pm Gates open, Registration
3.00-4.00 pm Skills Session for Crit Beginners
3.00-5.00 pm Junior roll-outs
4.00-4.30 pm D Grade U13, U11, followed by grade presentations
4.30-5.00 pm C Grade
5.00-5.30 pm B Grade
5.30-6.00pm A Grade
6.15 pm Presentations
Are there prizes?
There will be modest podium prizes for each grade, including Roues Chaudes CC race entry vouchers and Escape bottles and socks.
There will be ad hoc primes for A,B,C & D Grade (pending spectator/sponsor support). Don’t know what a prime is? Check out the New racer Guide (scroll up)
How do I enter?
Entries are via EntryBoss (link at top of page), open 28 October.
Skills session free - capped at 15 riders
Juniors U13/U11 $10
Adults and Juniors U15 up $25 (4Five+ Members $20)
On-the-day entries (if capacity) $30 cash only, proof of race licence required.
**EntryBoss account & profile – information on how to set this up in the New racer Guide and here: How to use EntryBoss - video.
Which Grade? See the New Racer Guide for advice. As a rough guide, the speeds for the various grades are approximately: A Grade 36-40km/hr, B Grade 34-38km/hr, C Grade 32-36km/hr, D Grade 28-32km/hr, E Grade <28km/hr
Do I need a licence?
An AusCycling membership (licence) is required for ALL riders to be eligible to participate in the criterium event series. All the details on the AusCycling website HERE
A “Race – All Discipline” licence is required for most riders.
Other AusCycling memberships/ licences may be suitable for some, (subject to relevant Terms and Conditions. Note: lower insurance coverage than Race Licence)
- AusCycling One Day Event licence
- AusCycling 4 Week Free Trial - for non-AusCycling members - check the T&C
- AusCycling Lifestyle Membership - suitable for Skills Session only
When taking out a license you are agreeing to adhere to the AusCycling Policies and Regulations.
Skills sessions
The free session is STRICTLY limited to 15 participants and registration is essential. To register, tick the “Add skills session” option if you are racing, or select the “Skills Session Only” category if you are not racing.
We encourage D & E Grade riders new to criterium racing to join this session.
Volunteers
We need help to make this event happen. If you can help, please fill out the jotform HERE
FAQs
I’ve never raced before, what do I need to do? Please read the 4F New Racer Guide linked at the top of the page, it should have all the information you need.
Where can I get more information? See the 4F Twilight Series Rider Guide linked at the top of the page.
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