20KM 50KM SUNDAY 7 OCTOBER MAJOR PARTNER SPONSORS AND PARTNERS
2 CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 United Energy welcome 4 The Smith Family welcome 5 Site map and start procedure 6 Festival key times and getting there 8 Ride details 13 Route map 16 Ready to ride details 18 Member benefits 24 Emergency procedure 25 The Clubhouse 26 United Energy Around the Bay is one of my favourite days of the year. I love standing at the start line are seeing so many different people. There are confident people with smooth, sinewy legs who are about to effortlessly punch out 210kms like it s a Sunday jolly. There are puzzled people asking themselves, Why didn t I train more? I m about to ride twice as far as I ve ridden ever before? There are determined young people on balance bikes who don t think they ll need any help from their loving parents to make the 20kms. But while the difference is fascinating, it s the similarity that s so inspiring, as for one day all you need to belong is to love pedalling. It s a day when the bike tribes merge and everyone admires the commitment of their fellow pedaller. It s also a day when people behind the wheel accept that there will be thousands of riders on their road. Slowing down or waiting a few seconds is a small price to pay to make sure the riders have a great time. There are some great improvements this year with our new major sponsor United Energy, a new start site at Albert Park and a new 300km ride to stretch out those smooth, sinewy legs. But the most important ingredient stays the same, as for one day we get to see Melbourne as it should be: thousands of people on bikes having one of their best days of the year. Volunteers 28 Craig Richards, CEO Bicycle Network
4 5 UNITED ENERGY RIDE FOR KIDS IN NEED Welcome to United Energy Around the Bay. The 26th edition of Around the Bay is here and we hope everyone embraces the spirit of being active and having a fun filled day with family and friends. United Energy s association with this iconic cycling event lets us contribute to the development of healthier, more resilient communities. Like Bicycle Network, we have a real passion for supporting our local communities and it s great that money raised from today s event goes directly to The Smith Family. Whether you re participating in the 20km Enjoy today and good luck Tim Rourke, CEO United Energy or 300km ride, today is about making sure you achieve what you set out to do. If your goal is to beat a time, just finish, spend time with the family or have a laugh with friends, it s all about making today an experience. Melbourne is the best city in the world and some of the views riders will experience as they cycle around the bay are fantastic, whether they re looking back towards the city across the water, taking in the view at the heads or from the top of the West Gate. The changing landscape will hopefully create a fond and long lasting memory with all riders today. The Smith Family is proud to again be the official charity partner for Around the Bay 2018. Since 1993, Around the Bay riders have supported The Smith Family and to date over $11 million has been raised to help disadvantaged Australian children with their education. This year we re aiming to raise $600,000 which will provide more than 1,000 disadvantaged students with the tools and support they urgently need to succeed at school and break the poverty cycle. Good luck on the ride and thanks for your great support! Lisa O Brien, CEO The Smith Family But we need your help to make this possible so make sure you ask your friends, family and work colleagues to sponsor your ride. Just log on to aroundthebayfundraising. com.au to share your fundraising page or make a donation. To all the riders who ve raised funds for The Smith Family through their ride, my sincere thanks. Your support makes such a big difference.
6 ALBERT PARK SITE MAP AND START PROCEDURE 7 MAP KEY Members Lounge Information Merchandise Bag drop off Food collection Coffee Icecream Food truck Water Toilets Bus departure area The Clubhouse 4 3 2 1 V Spokes bar Kids zone First aid V VIP priority start 1 Average speed 2 Average speed 3 Average speed 4 Average speed 35+ km/h 30-34 km/h 25-29 km/h 20-24 km/h
GETTING THERE Wilson Car Parking 5 Queens Rd, Melbourne d Roa ert Alb South Yarra Station 4km Lakeside Stadium d Roa ilda St K United Energy Around the Bay has moved to a new site! This year we will be starting and finishing at Albert Park. With thousands of riders, family, friends and general visitors it will be a hive of activity. Ace Parking 150 Albert Rd South Melbourne Sorrento Bus departure area 5:30am You should take a moment to think about getting there. While there is some car parking nearby, Bicycle Network recommends catching a train and riding to help warm up your legs. NO EVENT PARKING ry bu er nt Ca ad Ro Activity Sunday 7 October The Village 9:00am 6:00pm Spokes Bar 11:00am 7:00pm The Clubhouse 11:00pm 7:00pm Kids Activities 9:00am 4:00pm Members Lounge 9:00am 6:00pm Secure Parking 553 St Kilda Road Car Park Event village KEY FESTIVAL TIMES The United Energy Around the Bay Event Village is located at Albert Park. 9 8 Southern Cross Station - 3.5km NO EVENT PARKING P Bu it ild in g Prahran Station 2.7km Windsor Station 3km
10 WOMEN S COMMUNITY AT UNITED ENERGY AROUND THE BAY 11 Bicycle Network s Women s Community aims to encourage, empower and inspire more women to ride. Delivered with the help of our partners and ambassadors, we offer regular social rides, tailored training plans, workshops and social nights, all in a welcoming an supportive environment. TRAINING RESOURCES AND SUPPORT Visit aroundthebay.com.au to see our training plans for each ride distance and upcoming preparation events. RIDE LEADERS AND AMBASSADORS For each ride distance there ll be a team of ride leaders to offer support, encouragement and hold a steady pace. PRE-RIDE MEETING POINT We have a designated meeting point at each start line for all Women s Community riders so you can ride out with the ride leader. 100KM WOMEN S WAVE To celebrate 30% female riders in the 100km Frankston return ride, we will have a women s wave at the start line led by Tina McCarthy from Wheel Women. OUR PARTNERS
YOUR RIDE DETAILS 12 RIDE DETAILS 14 13 REST AREA KEY TIMES 14 ROUTE MAP 16 PACK COLLECTION 18 BAG DROP 20 TIMING 20 RIDE SMART 22 PARTICIPANT ID 22 ROUTE SUPPORT 23 THE CLUBHOUSE 26
KEY TIMES & LOCATIONS 14 20KM 50KM 15 Start Time 8:00am 7:30am Start Location Aughtie Walk Albert Park Aughtie Walk Albert Park Rest Area Location Rest Area Times Elwood 8:00am- 10:00am Williamstown 8:00am- 10:30am WEST GATE BRIDGE ACCESS TIMES (50KM ONLY) Nutrition Fruit & Slice Fruit & Slice Riders outbound: Riders inbound: 7:30am 9:00am 8:45am 10:45am Hydration Electrolytes & Water Electrolytes & Water If you fail to ride over the bridge within the specified times, you will be directed by route marshals to take an alternative route (under your own accord and risk) or get a lift over the bridge in a SAG Wagon (support vehicle).
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READY TO RIDE PACK COLLECTION Rider packs will be available for collection at the Bicycle Network office from two weeks before the event. > Level 4, 246 Bourke Street, Melbourne VIC 3000 If you have not paid for postage, you will need to collect your pack before Sunday 7 October 2018. DATE TIME 18 Monday 24 September Thursday 27 September 9:00am 5:00pm 19 Monday 1 October Wednesday 3 October 9:00am 5:00pm Thursday 4 October 9:00am 7:00pm Friday 5 October 9:00am 5:00pm Saturday 6 October 10:00am 2:00pm
BAG DROP As part of your ride entry you are welcome to store one small bag with us while you ride. This service will be located at Albert Park, and will be open from 5.00am 7.00pm on Sunday 7 October. No items of value should be left. Organisers take all care but no responsibility for items lost or misplaced. TIMING 20 The timing chip is fixed to the back of your number plate and must be fitted correctly to record a time. To receive an official time, your bike must cross all timing points at the start and finish of the ride. Official results will be published online as they happen. Riders will also be notified of times via the post-event e-news. 21 All ride distances will be timed as an official record of your achievement.
PARTICIPANT ID ROUTE SUPPORT 22 To help identify all participants during the event on Sunday 7 October 2018, all riders are required to: Wear a United Energy Around the Bay 2018 wristband Display their bike number plate on the front of their bike SHOULDER GREEN ZONE Safe for riding RIDE SMART The following apply to all riders on this event: Common sense and all road rules apply. E.g. riders must not ride more than two abreast unless overtaking when safe to do so. Riders must obey event route marshal directions and event signage on route, and must also obey all traffic control signs and signals including red lights, stop and give way signs. Riders must call passing and stopping to alert riders around you when applicable. ORANGE ZONE Overtaking area when safe RED ZONE Stay out oncoming traffic BE AWARE THAT YOU ARE RIDING ON THE ROAD First Aid First Aid will be available at the following rest areas: Albert Park Elwood (20km) Frankston Geelong Mordialloc Queenscliff WARBYs We Are Right Behind You volunteer riders provide basic mechanical support and encouragement to 20km and 50km riders. They can be identified by their bright yellow WARBY jerseys. SAG Wagons If you require assistance from the SAG wagon, please pull over to the side of the road, turn your bike upside down and call Event Assistance. Transport will be provided to a local train station or the next rest area. Please be patient as you may have to wait some time and remember to pack Sorrento Williamstown (50km) Mechanical support Mechanical support will be available at these locations: Albert Park Frankston Geelong Mordialloc Queenscliff Sorrento Basic tools for self-servicing will be at other rest areas. your Myki card. Private support vehicles are not permitted on the ride. Route & Moto Marshals In addition to signage, volunteer route marshals and moto marshals provide directions and assistance along the ride. If required, they can communicate with route control. Moto marshals are also qualified in administering first aid. 23
EXCLUSIVE MEMBER BENEFITS EMERGENCY PROCEDURE Calling all members! There are many perks of Bicycle Network membership, especially at United Energy Around the Bay. Member s Lounge Sit back, relax and enjoy a post-ride drink at the Bicycle Network Member s Lounge. Open from 9.00am 6.00pm, you re invited to bring a friend and enjoy the exclusive space. You can register a place for you and your friend by visiting the Event Info section of the United Energy Around the Bay website. If you re not a member, join now at bicyclenetwork.com.au/ membership to make sure you re able to take advantage of our exclusive member rewards at United Energy Around the Bay. Don t have your membership card? That s okay! All Bicycle Network members will receive a text message on the morning of the event, so you can access these exclusive benefits on event day. IS IT AN EMERGENCY? Does it require Ambulance, Fire or Police? NO CALL EVENT ASSISTANCE 0425 381 816 or 0425 777 484 YES STEP 1: Call EMERGENCY SERVICES 000 STEP 2: Call EVENT ASSISTANCE 0425 381 816 or 0425 777 484 24 Members Show & Save Flash your membership card at The Village and you ll be able to save on a range of exclusive show & save offers with our village vendors. For more village vendor offers, visit our website. MEMBERS SHOW & SAVE HERE In case of an emergency it is always recommended to call 000 first. Calling event assistance after calling 000 is essential so that, where possible, Bicycle Network can work with the Emergency Services to facilitate the appropriate response. ALL BICYCLE NETWORK EVENT SPACES ARE SMOKE-FREE 25
THE CLUBHOUSE 26 The Clubhouse is a premium post-ride experience for teams and individuals to enjoy at the United Energy Around the Bay Event Village. The Clubhouse is an exclusive outdoor area, available only to Clubhouse ticket holders, which includes the following: Private bar Dedicated food truck Communal tables in a deluxe outdoor setting, with heaters Dedicated toilets Cloak room (available pre-event for bag drop-off) Stunning views of Albert Park and the City Exclusive bike parking For more info and ticket purchase please visit: aroundthebay.com.au/event-info/ *Entry is restricted to participants over 18 years of age, and must be pre-booked. If you ve already purchased your entry to United Energy Around the Bay please contact us at bicyclenetwork.com. au/contact/ to secure your spot in The Clubhouse. Bookings close on Friday 28 September. 27
VOLUNTEERS The ongoing success of United Energy Around the Bay relies on the dedication of volunteers. Please take the opportunity to say hello and thank the team on the day your ride would not be possible without their phenomenal support! Know someone who would like to get involved? Contact us at: volunteer@bicyclenetwork.com.au Insurance & Event Rewards Our members receive priority event entries, discounted prices, exclusive access to the Member s Lounge on event and heaps of other great benefits. $ 99 / month No lock-in 10 contract bicyclenetwork.com.au #TogetherWeRide Riders Rights Safer Spaces Advocacy Education Benefits Event Rewards Community SPACE EFFICIENT, SECURE BIKE PARKING FOR YOUR HOME NED KELLY BIKE RACK Vertical hanging of bikes is the most space efficient method Made with durable black powder coated finish or hard wearing zinc plating Fully supports the bike without damaging the frame or wheel Design. Supply. Install. ORDER ONLINE TODAY www.bikeparking.com.au Suits all styles and make of bicycles Allows the locking of both frame and wheel Simple installation on solid or hollow masonry walls Australia s most popular bike rack
AROUND THE BAY MERCHANDISE Open in the Village 10am to 5pm SHOP ONLINE shopbicyclenetwork.com.au RACV Bike Assist Because there are no Team Cars out here, except ours. FONDO IS A PROUD SUPPORTER OF BICYCLE NETWORK S WOMEN S COMMUNITY. Come visit Fondo at the ATB event village for exclusive rider deals and giveaways. Preparing for Around the Bay? RECEIVE 10% OFF YOUR KIT PURCHASES Add BNWC2018 at the checkout. For orders on cycling kit only. Not to be used in conjunction with other offers. Only one promotional offer per person. FONDO.COM.AU RACV Bike Assist will come to your aid if you re stranded, whether it s your body or your bike that s had enough. For an annual fee of just $53, you get up to 8 call outs a year to fix the problem or get you and your bike home. Learn more at racv.com.au/bikeassist Terms and conditions apply.
ion Route Location Ferry Start Return Finish Rest stop Food collection Valet Finisher s medal Finisher s jersey KEY Start Return Finish Rest stop Food collection Valet Finisher s medal Finisher s jersey Rest stop Finisher s medal Food collection Finisher s jersey Valet Finisher s medal Finisher s jersey WILLIAMSTOWN Rest stop MELBOURNE START AND FINISH Food collection ELWOOD RETURN Rest stop