Rules
Series rules and race format
These rules cover eligibility, our unique paced format, and general race conduct.
Eligibility
- •Riders must hold a valid OCA or UCI license.
- •Riders select the category that best matches their experience level.
- •Experienced category is for riders with prior race experience or those who have graduated from lower categories.
Race format
- •Beginner races target ~45 minutes total.
- •Intermediate races use a shorter paced block (~20 minutes) so racers get 20-25 minutes all-out.
- •Beginners: paced segments run for ~30 minutes at incrementing speeds, then ~15 minutes all-out.
- •Intermediate: paced segments run for ~20 minutes at incrementing speeds, then 20-25 minutes all-out.
- •Beginners: 30 → 32 → 34 km/h timed segments, then race pace.
- •Intermediate: 34 → 36 → 38 km/h timed segments, then race pace.
- •Experienced: all-out from the start.
Category placement
- •Organizers may reassign riders to a different category for safety and fairness.
- •Riders who dominate a lower category may be asked to move up.
- •The goal is safe, competitive racing for every skill level.
Conduct & equipment
- •Standard road racing equipment is required, including helmets.
- •Riders must follow official instructions and course marshals at all times.
- •Dangerous riding, blocking, or unsportsmanlike conduct may result in disqualification.
Protests
- •Protests must be submitted to race officials within 15 minutes of your finish.
- •Decisions by officials are final on race day.
Subject to change
- •We intend to test our race formats and categories, gauge responses from participants, and adjust as needed.
- •We understand we are doing something new and will remain open to ensuring a great experience for all.