Paris To Ancaster 60K
Join over 1000 cyclists in this fun family event. From the seasoned racer to the first timer, this is the ride for you! Everyone is eligible to win great draw prizes. Cash awards for the top male & female racers overall (60km race only), & medals to the top 3 in each age group.
Mountain bikes, hybrids and cyclocross bikes are recommended. The course consists of 20km of gravel and dirt roads, 18km of rail trail, 13km of singletrack (1-3km sections) and 8km of paved road.
BE PREPARED! EVENT GOES RAIN OR SHINE!
Bring a spare tube, pump, patch kit, rain jacket and gloves.
We have had snow and sleet on race day so be ready for anything.
Helmets are mandatory so don't leave home without it!
CATEGORIES
You are placed into a category based on your birth date. (Men and Women - based on age as of Dec 31/10). The categories are: Under 10 (must be accompanied by an adult),11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, unicycle, tandem, Mixed (1 male & 1 female), 60 KM Single Speed Open and 60 KM Open Men's Clydesdale for riders 220 pounds and over. Riders who place must weigh in at the Awards Ceremony. Riders must be more than 220 pounds in riding gear or street clothes. No extra weight is permitted (e.g. hydration pack, etc.). Any disagreements are decided at the discretion of the organizers.
Registration and Number Pick Up is only available at Ancaster:
Saturday April 17 - Ancaster Community Centre - 12 to 5pm.
Sunday April 18 - Ancaster Community Centre - 8 to 9:30am. Saturday Plate Pick-up recommended.
BACK FOR 2010 - 3 WAVES TO REDUCE CONGESTION ON COURSE
Start: FIRST WAVE - 10:15AM
Start: SECOND WAVE - 10:25AM
Start: THIRD WAVE & TOUR - 10:35AM
Depart from Green Lane Sports Park, Green Lane, Paris
THE FIRST WAVE
Entry to the first wave is based on a finish in the top 250 of the 2009 race or to those in possession of a valid 2010 CCA/UCI/USACycling racing licence. Entry to the first wave is determined solely by the event organizers. Number plates are unique for first wave starters. The top 100 riders from 2009 will start at the front of Wave 1. The rest of Wave 1 will be riders who finished in the top 250 overall in 2009 OR hold a 2010 racing licence from CCA or USACycling. Licence must be shown at registration and packet pick up.
THE SECOND WAVE
Wave 2 will be for riders who anticipate finishing in under 3 hours. Limited to 400 riders. Enter early if you feel you belong in Wave 2!!!
If Wave 2 is full- You may be able to move into Wave 2 at the time you pick up your race number, if someone moves from Wave 2 to Wave 1 or 3 to create an opening. We are NOT taking names for a waiting list to change waves. The procedure will be to pick up your race number, then go to the “ Event/Wave ChangeTable” to see if a spot is available to switch your registration. We expect there will be some riders who applied for their racing licence who will be trying to move up to Wave 1 from Wave 2, so some openings will likely become available.
THE THIRD WAVE
Wave 3 will be for riders anticipating a finish time of longer than 3 hours and all riders not qualifying for Wave 1 if the field limit for the 2nd Wave is met. There is no limit to participation in Wave 3.
By being honest with your predicted finish time everyone will have more fun and a faster, less congested ride.
60 KM CUT OFF TIME IN EFFECT FOR 2010
You will have 2 hours and 15 minutes from the 60 km start to reach the halfway point at the Harrisburg aid station. If you're late you will not be permitted to continue. There will be a shuttle provided to return you to the finish or start line. For this reason we would recommend that inexperienced or first time participants tackle the 35 km race the first year, prior to attempting the 60 km event in a future year.
AWARD CEREMONIES 3PM ON RACE DAY AT THE ANCASTER COMMUNITY CENTRE
You or a representative must be in attendance to get your medal/prize. Medals/prizes will not be mailed this year.
REGISTRATION - IMPORTANT- PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING BEFORE REGISTERING.
THERE IS NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION. THERE ARE NO REFUNDS ONCE YOU REGISTER.
ALL NUMBER & CHIP PICK UP & REGISTRATION IS AT THE ANCASTER COMMUNITY CENTRE.
The 60km Paris To Ancaster start is at the Green Lane Sports Park, Paris. A nominal charge will be made for start area parking, with monies going to charity. Riders are encouraged to carpool. There are only 100 spots available for 2010 where a bus will be available at Ancaster, and your bike will be trucked. There is a fee payable with your registration for this pre-race transportation. For everyone there is a secure bike check at the finish. A bus will be available to get you back to your vehicle at Paris. This bus is free for all participating riders. See the link on the Navigation Bar for maps to Ancaster and Paris.
TIMING CHIPS - The timing chips must be worn according to instructions provided at registration. Failure to return the chip after the finish will result in a $50 charge to the rider.
Paris To Ancaster Souvenir Clothing is now available! CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT AVAILABLE UNTIL FEB. 1ST
REGULAR REGISTRATION AVAILABLE UNTIL 6PMAPRIL 12TH
LAST MINUTE ON-LINE REGISTRATION (higher cost) AVAILABLE UNTIL
MIDNIGHT APRIL 15TH
LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER - IN PERSON - SATURDAY APRIL 17 FROM 12-5PM
AT THE ANCASTER COMMUNITY CENTRE
Please Note: In Person Registration is Cash or Credit Card Only. Cheques not accepted.
ON-LINE REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED - On-line registration ends on Thursday April 15, 2010 at midnight sharp.
MAIL-IN REGISTRATION - the registration form is now available. It is in MS Word. Cursor over the link and right click and "Save Target As" to your desktop.
LINK TO CONFIRMED REGISTRATIONS - This feature is now available.
Mail-in registrations will be added to this list when time permits. Please be patient.
DOWNLOADABLE WAIVER (Adobe Acrobat PDF) - save time at registration. Print this off, fill it in and bring it with you to register. OCA 2010 WAIVER