Sunday, 30-Oct-2022
QCF TRAINING CAMP, WADI LUSAIL
A Criterium is a road race done over a circuit. The format of this race is 10 Laps x 2.6 km for the C & D grades, and 12 Laps x 2.6 km for the A & B grades. When the race leader crosses the finish line, everyone else is placed based on the finish order and how many laps they have completed.
This is a "Bunch" race, not a group ride, and you should have confidence riding in a group before taking part in this race.
Sunday, 30th October, starts at 07:45 pm (C & D Grade),
<Result Link> (will be available by after the race)
Qatar Cycling Federation (QCF) Training center in Wadi Lusail
06:15 PM - Sign On Registration
07:15 PM - Start Preparations & Briefing for the Group 1 Race
07:30 PM - Race 1 Start: MEN D, followed by CADETS after 1 minute.
08:15 PM - Estimated Start time for Race 2: MEN C, followed by WOMEN B after 1 minute.
09:00 PM - Estimated Start time for Race 3: MEN A, followed by MEN B after 1 minute 30 seconds.
09:45 PM - Estimated Time for Medal Ceremony
The race will follow the usual QCF Criterium route, a flat 2.6km anti-clockwise loop, starting and finishing in front of the QCF camp. There will be no arrow marking as the route is very straightforward. Follow the course and DO NOT CUT the roundabouts (you will get disqualified if you do this.)
Parking available in the vicinity of the camp - Please park on the Off-Road portions, Do not park in the shaded parking area as this is reserved for the registration and the ceremony.
Toilets are available inside the camp.
Warm Up - Once the race has started, please do not warm up on the race course.
Bunch races are conducted in ability-based grades. You are free to choose whichever ability category suits your level of fitness; however, it is expected that anyone who earned a top three in C or D (Novice) grade placing in previous races will move one grade higher. Any rider who averaged 36kph or higher during the last two Individual Time Trial races should enter A or B. The organizer reserves the right to place any competitor in a deemed appropriate race grade based on all known results and other performance data.
IMPORTANT NOTE: We reserve the right to change this depending on the numbers entered in each race.
The races are open to anyone. It is not necessary to have a Qatar ID or be a resident of Qatar.
No race license is required. QCTF Race License holders are entitled to an entry fee discount, and be included in the season points and ranking.
Apply for QCTF Race License. Whatsapp JOHN (7794 1984) for more information.
This race is for road bikes only. TT and triathlon bikes are not allowed, and clip-on aero bars must be removed.
FOLLOW THE COURSE - Marshals and signs are there to help, but it's your responsibility to follow the course. Typically, races follow the road rules. That means staying in the right lane and taking roundabouts anti-clockwise unless indicated by signage or race briefing.
YOUR BIKE MUST BE SAFE - Your race will be over before it starts if you show up with a bike equipped with aero bars or unplugged bar ends. The official will also look at brakes, headset, and tire wear when there is a bike check.
RIDE SAFELY RESPECTING OTHERS - Riding in an aero position, Unnecessary braking, riding without care, or forceful physical contact is all dangerous. Riders deemed as the direct, indirect, or even just potential cause of an accident may be pulled from the race. You must practice before joining a race if you lack experience riding in a group
WEAR A HELMET
DON'T JOIN ANOTHER RACE - In multi-lap races such as criteriums, you may not gain an advantage by joining riders who did not start at the same time as you started. In any race, if you are dropped, you may join riders from other grades but may not play an active part in their race, e.g., be lead rider, close down breaks, etc.
DON'T GAIN ADVANTAGE FROM A VEHICLE - Drafting a passing truck, police, or support vehicle is clearly cheating. Should you stop for a mechanical problem, support vehicles are allowed to return you to the back of the race. But they are not allowed to give draft assistance if you have been dropped, and you are not permitted to ride in the vehicle.
LITTERING - Can you get a DQ for throwing a gel wrapper? Yes. Police support and use of many venues depend on leaving the course clean. Littering is taken very seriously.
DON'T RIDE WITH HEADPHONES - You need your full attention on the race and awareness of what is happening around you. You must not use a phone, listen to music, use headphones, or be distracted by any other device while riding.
LISTEN TO THE RACE BRIEFING - Race briefings emphasize the essential safety points on the course. Nine times out of ten, they repeat stuff you already read in the race information, but sometimes there are last-minute changes that are vital to know about. If they are about safety or course changes, you could easily find yourself with a DQ. If English isn't your first language, study the race information, read the rule book, listen to the briefing extra carefully and ask if you don't understand. Not knowing is no excuse.
Medals for podium winners in each category
Gift Packs courtesy of Al Ghariya Cycling
QCF Nurse Elena (3151 1881). Call this number to arrange for medical assistance.
Please ensure that you inform a race official if abandoning the race. Doing so means no time is wasted looking for you, and we know everyone is safe. Remember to return your timing chip and number.
At the sign-on desk, you sign your name to confirm your attendance, pay any outstanding fees if necessary and collect a timing transponder and number. Please return BOTH at the end of your race.
TO MAKE EVERYTHING WORK SMOOTHLY
Know your race number by checking the start list
Collect your own number and timing chip
Have your QCF license or Qatar ID ready as a deposit for your timing chip.
We use chip timing to produce results. Your chip must be attached correctly to guarantee that you will receive lap & finish time and rank.
Use cable ties to securely fasten the transponder at the bottom of either fork.
Be careful not to wrap cable ties through the spokes.
You may not get a reading if the timing transponder is placed higher on the fork, in your pocket, or on the handlebar.
Cut off excess cable ties for neatness and to prevent interference with spokes.
You MUST wear a number, which must not be cut or folded.
Backup timing relies on being able to read your number.
Pin your number where it can be seen.
Pin your number at the bottom of your shirt over the center or right pocket so it can be read from behind.
Pay Cash on Race Day, Please bring the exact amount
Full price 100 QAR
QCTF Members 70 QAR
Late Entry (if available) 120 QAR
Pre-Entry only
Entries close at 06:00 PM on 28th October. This is to provide the official start list on time. Beyond this time, a late entry fee will be charged for those who would like to pre-register.
There is no entry on the day, and you can not use another rider's entry.
To have a safe race, we are limiting the capacity of Grade C and Grade D to 35 participants each. The allocation will be based on the first to register, first-serve basis.
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