Latest News
DT Swiss Mountains To Beach - Update 3 Feb
Hello All,
The 2010 DT Swiss Mountains To Beach - Less than 4 weeks to go………..
We’re recently returned from riding some of the stages. We enjoyed the extended Hayes Mountain Run (12km in 2010) in Thredbo as well as the trail for the Maxxis Muster at Lake Crackenback Resort which we’ve extended out into the neighbouring National Park. And get your Ay up’s ready for a new route around Buckenderra!
With a film crew with us for the week making an episode for the new Foxtel cycling show we expect you all to have your hair done for the race and your knicks clean (at least to start with!). Wear your free DT Swiss Mountains To Beach Osprey Hydraulics hydration pack with pride over your DT Swiss Mountains To Beach jersey and you’ll look the part!!
Time to update you with a few details.
ALL ENTRANTS
Rider Details – Please Check!
You will soon receive an individual entry confirmation email. We need every registered rider and supporter to check the details of their entry - what they have ordered, and their accommodation sharing request (if applicable). Please contact us urgently if anything is incorrect. Please note that if you are a Pairs rider, the details of what is ordered for the team, i.e. both yourself and your team mate, will be shown under each name. A reminder that there are no changes to any entry details after 22 February!
Daily Ride Distances
Day 1 – 59km (12km race+16km cruise+31km race)
Day 2 – 80km (80km race)
Day 3 – 67km (26km race+41km cruise)
Day 4 – 130km (90km race + 40km cruise)
Day 5 – 49km (49km race)
Total - 385km
Event
The design for the DT Swiss Mountains To Beach Jersey is finalised and you can view it here. Nice huh? If you haven’t already ordered one and would like to do so, please update your entry and add it in the merchandise section. Big thanks to the wonderful people at Gordon Street Cycles in Port Macquarie, the jersey sponsor for the 2010 event. You’ll see plenty of GSC riders in the race!
RideGuide
This A5 booklet will be given to all registered riders and supporters who have booked packages when they register on Sunday 28 Feb. It contains all the information you need during the event.
As part of their support for the event, The National Parks & Wildlife Service (NPWS) are allowing entrants and bonafide supporters complimentary entry into Kosciuszko NP. Next week, all race entrants and supporters booking a supporters package will be emailed a voucher/letter with further instructions on how to display it etc. Riders travelling into the park on our bus packages from Narooma and
Please note that Wild Horizons,
Chairlift Video
The event kicks off with an experience which will be new for some – a trip on the chairlift with your bike to Thredbo Top Station. By following a few basic guidelines, you should find it a straightforward procedure and once comfortably on the chair you’ll be able relax and enjoy the views. Please see the video for guidelines for loading and unloading the chair safely.
Race Categories
A list of riders by category is available on the website current on 28 January 2010. We may merge some categories which do not meet the minimum number of teams (4) for a category once entries have closed.
Ay-Up Demo Lights
Just a reminder about Ay Up’s offer of demo lights that can be pre-booked for the pre-dawn race stage at Buckenderra (info here). Please note that if you need lights (minimum requirements as per Rule 29), and haven’t pre-booked a set, Ay Up may not be able to help you out at the event as demo lights quantities are limited.
DT Swiss Wheelsets.
DT Swiss will be providing a number of high end wheel sets for you to try out. We will have the following DT wheel sets available for test each day at the MTB; These wheelsets will be for sale post-event at discounted prices. See here for the full details.
Cruise Stages
Cruise stages are non-race stages which you can ride at your own pace, enjoying the scenery. These stages are not timed. To fit with our Traffic Management Plan approved by various government authorities, cruise stages may not be commenced before the start time given against that stage. Cut-off times do apply, so you will need to ensure you allow sufficient time to arrive by the cut-off. You will have to check in as you begin the stage and check out when you arrive at the end of the cruise stage. All riders must check in, ride,complete, and check out on every cruise stage to be eligible for a placing.
Rules & Conditions
There have been a few updates to the event Rules & Conditions in recent days. Please ensure you have read and understood these prior to the event. There will be gear checks at the event so please make sure you are carrying all the mandatory equipment on each stage.
ALL-IN RIDERS
All In Packages – Drop Sheet
If you’ve booked an All In Package we request that you bring a lightweight drop-sheet if you wish to keep your bike in your room at any time. Please note that some accommodation will not allow bikes in rooms at any time. In these cases central storage will generally be provided. We recommend you bring a bike lock with you.
Dietary Requirements
For any meals provided at the event, we are catering for vegetarians as per the entry form. Beyond this, please be prepared to bring any specific foods for yourself as we are not able to meet every specific dietary requirement.
Accommodation & Dinner – All In Packages – Saturday 27 February
Upon arrival in Thredbo on Saturday 27 February, please proceed to the Keller Bar between 3.00pm and 7.00pm. Here you will receive details on your accommodation at Thredbo. In an emergency, if you arrive beyond this time up until 10pm, please contact Alex Byard, Accommodation Coordinator, on 0427 224 124. Details on your accommodation for the rest of the week through to Narooma will be contained in your Registration Bag picked up on Sunday 28 March. Your included dinner on Saturday 27 February will be at the Bistro Bar in Thredbo, for which you will be given a voucher at check in.
TRANSPORT
Pre-Race Narooma – Thredbo Bus, Saturday 27 February
If you have booked this option, car parking and bus departure is at Island View Beach Resort, 3km south of Narooma on the
Your bike will be transported to Thredbo by truck and does not need to be packed into a box or bag (although you may if you wish). You will however need to remove your pedals and pack them into your luggage and we suggest you cover your drive train (cranks, chain and derailleur) with cardboard or bubble wrap. Please put a luggage tag on your handlebar with your name and phone number printed clearly.
Your one piece of luggage must be clearly labelled with your name and phone number, and it must be a maximum of 80litres capacity, 20kg weight, with dimensions of no more than 80cm x 35cm x 35cm. Please ensure your luggage tag is still attached. We expect this bus to arrive in Thredbo at approximately 6.00pm.
Pre-Race
If you have booked this option, you will need to be at
Your bike must be packed into a bike box or bag, clearly labelled with your name and phone number. Your one piece of luggage must be clearly labelled with your name and phone number, and it must be a maximum of 80litres capacity, 20kg weight, with dimensions of no more than 80cm x 35cm x 35cm. We expect this bus to arrive in Thredbo at approximately 5.00pm.
Your bike boxes/bags will be transported to Narooma for pick up at the end of the race.
Post-Race Narooma –
If you have booked this option, you will need to be at La Salle Motel,
Your bike must be packed into your bike box or bag (which we will have brought to Narooma for you), clearly labelled with your name and phone number. your one piece of luggage must be clearly labelled with your name and phone number, and it must be a maximum of 80litres capacity, 20kg weight, with dimensions of no more than 80cm x 35cm x 35cm. Please ensure your luggage tag is still attached. We expect this bus to arrive in
NOTE: If you would like to book this bus ONLY (ie without
See you in Thredbo!
