The Redback MTB Stage Race - 2019 EVENT PROGRAM

An incredible MTB event in the heart of Australia. (and you’re coming!)

Event program ALICE SPRINGS, NT I 22 - 25 AUGUST 2019 www.TheRedback.com.au

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Welcome to your

dream mountain biking holiday...

Alice Springs is surrounded by kilometre after kilometre of hand built single track made by mountain bikers for mountain bikers… and you are about to come and ride it all!!

The single track around Alice Springs really has to be ridden to be believed and if you have not been to Alice Springs before you’ll be blown away by the quantity and quality of riding as well as the incredible Red Centre landscape. With the mountain ridge lines of the MacDonnell Range stretching to a distant horizon, a vast blue sky stretching overhead and an intricate network of hand built single track and we think this place is unreal!

Riders come from all over Australia to race here and we encourage you to chat to one another, compare notes and make new friends. This is a friendly event that for most people is equally based around having a good time as it is about racing hard and fast from start to finish each day. So get into the spirit of the Red Centre, unwind and simply enjoy being out here with a big bunch of like-minded mates.

We express our sincere thanks to the local MTB community for building and maintaining these fantastic trails and for welcoming us with open arms each year. If it were not for their passion for riding then this event would not exist. We encourage all visiting riders to say ‘thanks’ to the locals for the work they’ve done to build these trails.

OFFICIAL EVENT PROGRAM: This is the official event program and should be used as your guide for the four days racing ahead as it includes all the details on where, when, why and how things are going to operate during the event. Keep a copy with you for reference so you make the most of your time in the Red Centre.

Thank you for participating in and supporting the event. We look forward to seeing your dusty smiles out on the trails and at the finish line of each stage. Happy racing.

Rapid Ascent Team.

EVENT CONTACTS If you need to contact us during the event about an emergency or other matter of a more serious nature please call:

Race Director: John Jacoby: 0408 035 261. Event Manager: Sam Maffett 0400 001 7869 If you need to contact us during the event with a less urgent matter or general enquiry then please call:

Competitor Services: Natalie Onions: 0447 316 847

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Schedule - where and when and how

TIME ACTIVITY LOCATION AND NOTES WEDNESDAY 21 AUGUST ALL DAY AIRPORT TRANSFER Competitors arrive and airport shuttle operates. (Pre purchased transfers only).

3:00pm – 6:00pm REGISTRATION Registration at The Mercure Alice Springs Resort (Event Centre and Event Hotel) Note – ALL competitors must register during this time.

3:30pm SOCIAL RIDE A 45min social ride hosted by James Downing, leaving from The Mercure.

5:00pm – 6:00pm HAPPY HOUR The Mercure invite you to enjoy their Happy Hour 6:00pm RACE BRIEFING Competitors’ race briefing and official welcome at The Mercure.

DINNER The Mercure bar and restaurant will be open for meals and drinks during and after these presentations.

THURSDAY 22 AUGUST 9:00am STAGE 1 4:30pm - 6:00pm STAGE 2 7:00pm PRESENTATIONS

Tourism NT Stage 1: starts at The Mercure.

Rapid Ascent Stage 2: starts at ANZAC Hill in Central Alice Springs.

Presentations for Tourism NT Stage 1 and Stage 2 at The Mercure - followed by a casual dinner open to everyone (meals at menu prices).

FRIDAY 23 AUGUST 9:00am STAGE 3 5:00pm KIDS RIDE 6:00pm PRESENTATIONS 6:45pm STAGE 4 from 6:30pm DINNER 8:30pm PRESENTATIONS

Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre Stage 3: starts at The Alice Springs Golf Club Kids ride / race starting from Eagle Crt Presentations for Stage 3: Alice Springs Golf Club.

Stage 4 Night Race: starts at The Alice Springs Golf Club.

Dinner available at the Alice Springs Golf Club Presentations for Stage 4: Alice Springs Golf Club.

SATURDAY 24 AUGUST 8:30am STAGE 5 6:00pm PRESENTATIONS 6:30pm DINNER

Lasseter’s Stage 5: starts at The Mercure.

Presentations for Stage 5 at the Juicy Rump at Lasseter’s Casual dinner at the Juicy Rump at Lasseter’s

SUNDAY 25 AUGUST 8:30am STAGE 6 from 4:30pm HAPPY HOUR(S) 6:00pm – 7:00pm PRESENTATIONS 7:00pm FINALE DINNER

Mercure Alice Springs Resort Stage 6: starts at Schwarz Cres At the Mercure Alice Springs Resort poolside bar.

Presentations for Stage 6 and Official Race Presentations at The Mercure.

Everyone is invited to join us for a huge outdoor buffet at the Mercure to celebrate the end of the race. $30 for dinner tickets.

MONDAY 26 AUGUST ALL DAY AIRPORT TRANSFER Airport shuttle bus operates from The Mercure to the airport (Monday 27th August only) (Pre-purchased transfers only).

Registration and competitor briefing Competitor registration 3:00pm and 6:00pm - Wednesday 21st August at the Event Centre at the Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

• All riders must register in person • Junior riders are required to attend registration with a parent or guardian • Single stage riders are encouraged to register now, or at the start line 45mins before the stage start • If you are unable to attend registration during these times contact Annie via info@rapidascent.com.au

At registration you will receive: • Number plate. Fill out the emergency details on the back, then fix your personalised number plate to the front of your bike with the zip ties provided. Number plates cannot be trimmed or altered in any way, must remain on your bike for the duration of the event and have the Race Management emergency contact telephone numbers on the back • Event branded hoodie for all competitors who have entered all 6 stages.

• A printed copy of this event program.

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Group entries Some riders are participating in The Redback as part of a group (be it from the same MTB club, or as a group of friends…). Groups of 5 or more 6 stage riders will receive an event branded t-shirt customised with your group name.

Competitor briefing 6:00pm - Wednesday 21st August at The Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Riders are encouraged to attend the competitors’ briefing for all final event information and details.

Event Centre - Mercure Alice Springs Resort An Event Centre will be set up at the official event hotel - the Mercure Alice Springs Resort - 34 Stott Terrace, Tel: 08 8951 4545. It will be the social hub of the event so whether you are staying at the Mercure or not, you are most welcome to come and enjoy the resort’s facilities - pool, bar, restaurant and more.

Set up and available at The Mercure will be: • Printed results posted to the notice board from each stage and general classification standings for the end of each day • Individual start times posted to the notice board for each rider for time trial stages • Yummy lunches, evening meals and snacks all day every day. The Mercure has altered their menu to especially cater for the needs of cyclists and will have a range of healthy food options available throughout the event.

• Event bar, swimming pool and beer garden – all part of the hotel but open to anyone involved with the event • A bike wash facility where you can give your ride some love’n every day.

Bike servicing and mechanical repairs The Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre are our retail partner and sponsor of the 2019 event. They have a wealth of information and accessories / components to ensure your Redback race is not compromised because of your bike! Their permanent shop is nearby at Unit 2/30 Stuart Hwy, Alice Springs. Phone: (08) 8953 7297. Shop opening hours: 9:00am – 5:30pm where they can provide full servicing, rebuilds and support for riders.

They will also have a temporary bike shop set up within the event hotel at The Mercure where they will be offering the following services and sales: • Basic bike servicing (consisting of a gear and brake adjustment, pro-clean and lubrication from $60/bike, not including additional parts and labour) • Nutrition, parts and accessories sales • Track pump, air compressor and other basic tool available for usage • Bike building and check over (~$50, excluding additional parts and labour) • Tubeless wheel conversion (~$130/wheel, includes new tyre, rim strip, tubeless type valve, sealant and labour) • Pre-departure bike cleaning service available $20/bike • Possible demo bikes available featuring Merida One Twenty E-bikes – Wednesday and Saturday only) .

Their temporary store at The Mercure will be open during the following hours: • • • • •

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Wednesday 21st, 12:00pm – 5:30pm.

Thursday 22nd, 7:00am - 8:30am and then 2:00pm -4:00pm Friday 23rd, 8:00am – 10:00am Saturday 24th, 7:00am - 8:30am and then 2:00pm – 5:00pm Sunday 25th, 7:00am – 8:30am and then after racing finishes

Event functions and stage presentations

We encourage all riders to attend the various functions conducted throughout the event so you have a chance to relax, meet some other riders and enjoy the social scene as much as the riding itself.

We will conduct stage presentations each day to recount a few stories from the day’s racing and hand out a few spot prizes. We will also award a stubby holder and beer to the stage winners in each category, yellow number plate to the current GC race leaders and orange number plates for the current leaders in each category as well as share a few stage tips for the following day.

6:00pm Wednesday 21st August - Competitor briefing & official welcome, at The Mercure.

We welcome all riders to the event for the official event briefing on Wednesday night after registration. Meet the Rapid Ascent team, hear a briefing from the medical team, chat to a few other riders and learn more on what you’ve got in store over the next 4 days in the Red Centre. The Mercure Alice Springs Resort bar and restaurant will also be open for meals and drinks during and after these presentations which makes a great way to start fuelling up for the racing ahead.

4:30pm - 6:00pm Thursday 22nd August - The ANZAC Hill Climb Stage 2.

This may be a racing stage but its also a great social hang out with everyone cheering each other on as you go full-gas up this climb. We will also have a pop-up bar at the summit selling a few frothy beverages so you can really celebrate the end of a great day.

7:00pm Thursday 22nd August - Stage 1 and 2 Presentations, at the Mercure.

Let’s get together to recount the stories from the first days of racing and celebrate our winners.

6:00pm Friday 23rd August - Stage 3 Presentations, at the Alice Springs Golf Club.

This is a shorter presentation to recognise our stage 3 winners held immediately before the start of stage 4.

8:30pm Friday 23rd August - Stage 4 Presentations and buffet dinner, at the Alice Springs Golf Club.

The Alice Springs Golf Club will host a buffet dinner available for $25 per person from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. Stage 4 presentations will occur as winners cross the finish line. This is a great location for supporting friends and family to watch the start/finish of the night race. Tickets can be purchased directly from the Golf Club.

6:00pm Saturday 24th August - Stage 5 Presentations then dinner, at The Juicy Rump Bar at Lasseter’s.

Presentations will be held in the Juicy Rump Bar at Lasseter’s and followed by a casual dinner at this popular local restaurant + casino.

6:00pm Sunday 25th August - Stage 6 and Final Event Presentation Dinner, at the Mercure.

This is a terrific opportunity to celebrate the end of a great event by gathering together for a final send off. The function will be a buffet with tables and chairs set out on the grass in the middle of the Mercure garden area and/or around the pool.

TICKETS: Competitors in The Redback can pre-purchase dinner tickets when you register online for the event.

Additional tickets for family members and supporters are available at race registration on Wednesday for $30 each. You do NOT have to purchase a dinner ticket to attend only the presentations.

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Course descriptions and details Below is a detailed description of each stage of The Redback. These pages are designed so all information for each stage is on a separate page – directions on the front and map on the back of the same piece of paper - so you can cut out the page you need and take it with you for reference. The map of Alice Springs shows you the location of starts and finishes.

Stage start / finish summary: 1. Stage 1 - Thursday (AM): Tourism NT 35km Cross Country Race

Rolling start from the Mercure Alice Springs Resort at 9:00am with racing starting on Herbert Heritage Drive.

Finish at the Yipirinya School on Lovegrove Dve. 2. Stage 2 - Thursday (PM): Rapid Ascent 300m ANZAC Hill Climb Start & Finish: Anzac Hill from 4:30pm.

3. Stage 3 - Friday (AM): Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre 22km Individual Time Trial Start & Finish: Alice Springs Golf Club from 9:00am.

Kids’ ride Friday (PM): Starting at the end of Eagle Crt and finishing at the Golf Club.

4. Stage 4 - Friday (PM): 22km Night Race Start & Finish: Alice Springs Golf Club from 6:45pm.

5. Stage 5 - Saturday (AM): Lasseter’s 47km Cross Country Race Rolling start from the Mercure Alice Springs Resort at 8:30am with racing starting when riders turn off Stott Tce opposite the Mercure. Finish: Telegraph Station.

6. Stage 6 - Sunday (AM): Mercure Alice Springs Resort 44km Cross Country Race Start: on the bike path just north of Schwarz Cres at 8:30am. Finish: Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Mass starts: All ‘mass starts’ will involve all riders on the same start line starting together. Please self seed yourself within the start chute with faster riders towards the front and slower riders towards the back.

Course marking: • Courses will be marked with red arrows (pegged into the ground and tied to trees or bushes) and red Rapid Ascent branded tags tied to trees or bushes that mark where you should go.

• Red and white barrier tape placed across tracks tell you where NOT to go i.e. you should NEVER cross red and white barrier tape that is laid across the ground.

All track intersections will be clearly marked and care should be taken to follow the arrows. Marking tags will be placed immediately following a track junction to confirm you are on the correct track. Track markings on the longer, straighter sections where there are no other options or intersections will be far more spread out so take your time at the intersections to make sure you are on the right track. Unless otherwise marked or directed, competitors should follow the most major track at all intersections. If there is no arrow at a minor track junction then continue along the major track (eg the other track could be just a kangaroo track).

Courses will be well marked but that is not to say that you cannot get lost – you need to keep your head up and be aware of the course markings around you, otherwise you WILL get lost!

There are interactive Trail Forks maps for each course linked from the event website if you want further information about each stage.

Special notes: • If you withdraw from a stage for any reason whatsoever then you MUST advise a marshal or member of the race management ASAP. This is really important as otherwise you will be assumed as missing and a search commenced.

• Normal road rules apply for all stages - traffic is not stopped during the race.

• All distances are approximate and may be +/- 2-3 km.

• It is up to you to get yourself to the start of each stage for the advertised start time. We encourage riders to set out to the start together and enjoy a social warm up.

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Tourism NT Stage 1 When: Thursday, stage starts at 9:00am Distance: 35km (including escorted ride through town) Course record: Scott Thompson 1:44.31. Kristen Gadsdon 1:58:09 - for the 2018 slightly longer stage Start location: Mercure Alice Springs Resort with a rolling start under Police control. Racing starts on Herbert Heritage Drive, approx 5km after starting at the Mercure.

Finish location: Yipirinya School, Lovegrove Dve. Stage presentations location: 7:00pm Mercure Alice Springs Resort Terrain and riding style: A varied ride starting on sealed roads and then linking together some long flowing single track on the ‘West Side’.

Water point locations: ~21km point.

Sponsor: Tourism NT The start: The stage commences with all riders departing the Mercure Alice Springs Resort at 9:00am as a peloton under controlled (slow) conditions behind a police car, winding your way through the streets as a parade of cyclists going down Wills Tce (past a couple of schools) and then turning right onto the Stuart Highway. You will continue along the Highway for 2.4km and then turning right into Herbert Heritage Drive where the racing starts. All riders must be part of this peloton and follow the police car during this controlled start. The race will commence when the police car pulls off to the side after turning right into Herbert Heritage Drive.

Course description: Once started, riders will race along Herbert Heritage Dve and then swing left onto tracks at the Telegraph Station and riding out to “the antennas”. Riders then cross the Stuart Hwy and from there are basically on a range of single tracks for the remainder of the ride. The route is not super hilly but the riding still requires plenty of concentration and is a tiring stage. Many of the west side tracks in Stage 1 have been re-aligned and improved recently so you should have a smile on your dial by the finish at Yipirinya School With almost ‘too much single track’ stage 1 sets the scene for a great weekend of riding to come The course has been shortenned by 4-5km compared to 2018 (when it was considered to be pretty hard!).

Hazards: • Remain behind the police car during the controlled start and keep as a peloton • Watch for cars when crossing the Stuart Highway (although there should be police there to help you cross safely) • Sandy sections and washouts on approach to any low lying land • Be sure to keep an eye out for track markings as there are a lot of tracks and intersections in the last 5km.

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Rapid Ascent Stage 2 - Hill Climb When: Thursday, wave starts from 4:30pm Distance: 300m Course record: Ben Mather 42sec and Rowena Fry 54sec.

Start location: Base of Anzac Hill Rd in central Alice Springs. Approx. 1.5km from Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Finish location: Anzac Hill Summit.

Stage presentations location: 7.00pm Mercure Alice Springs Resort Terrain and riding style: A pedal-to-the-metal hill climb up a sealed road to a scenic lookout at the top.

Post race drinks: There will be a pop-up bar selling beer and chips set up at the summit so bring some cash and enjoy the scene!

The start: Riders will be set off, one at a time, at 30 second intervals. The start order will be the exact reverse of the results from Stage 1 with the slowest riders going first and fastest last. Start times will be posted at the Mercure Alice Springs Resort by 3:30pm and at the base of Anzac Hill at 4:00pm. All riders must report to the start 10 minutes before their advertised start time, and will then be placed into the starting order. If you miss your start then you must report to the starting officials and can only start at their command. Your time will start from your advertised start time (i.e. if you are 10 minutes late your time will be 10 minutes + time to climb the hill).

Although starts will continue for approximately 1 hour, all riders are encouraged to come for the duration of Stage 2 in order to cheer each other on, keep an eye on fastest times and create a friendly, enthusiastic atmosphere for all riders whilst the sun sets over the desert (bring your cow bells, didgeridoos and fancy dress!).

Course description: The course is very obvious and goes straight up the sealed road to the car park and then continues up the short access ramp to the lookout at the very top.

Specific hazards / rules: • You must use the same bike frame, shock, forks and bike build as for all other stages but you may change tyres/wheels if you wish.

• Your race time will commence from your published start time so don’t be late!

• Be aware of other riders, the general public and spectators when racing. This is a popular spot.

• No pacing by fellow competitors is allowed. Riders must ascend alone.

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This is adventure territory RUGGED RED CENTRE Think you’ve done it all? Book your next holiday somewhere completely new, step out of your comfort zone, and do something so wild you won’t forget it. Add The Red Centre right to the top of your list for your next holiday.

Your adventure guide will include skydiving over Uluru and mountain biking over rocky landscapes. Make sure you bring your mates to experience this adventure and spend the night stargazing in some of the best spots in the country. Forget your local food delivery service and enjoy the best of the NT with a bit of bush tucker for dinner.

If you still want more, then go trekking through 1000-million-year old mountain ranges squeezed together by forces of nature or saddle up for a sunset camel ride through the majestic desert. Finally, wrap up your adventure and experience a vivid panorama of the Territory as you glide through the sky on a hot air balloon.

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Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre Stage 3 - Individual Time Trial When: Friday, stage starts from 9:00am Distance: 22km Course record: Male: Ryan Standish 50:01 (2014) and female: Holly Harris 1:00.31 (2015) Start location: Alice Springs Golf Course. Approx. 1.5km from Mercure Alice Springs Resort Finish location: Alice Springs Golf Course. Note the Golf Course bar and café will be open to serve food and drinks before, during and after racing and is a great place to watch the event.

Stage presentations location: 6:00pm at the Golf Club – immediately before the start of Stage 4.

Terrain and riding style: An individual time trial with slowest going off first and fastest going off last (based on general classification). Riding is along a flowing mix of single track interspersed with sections of 4WD track.

Water point locations: Nil Sponsor: Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre.

The start: Riders will be set off one at a time at 30 second intervals. The start order will be set after the Rapid Ascent Stage 2 according to your place in the general classification. Start groups and times will be posted at the Mercure Alice Springs Resort by 8:00pm on Thursday and at the Golf Club from 8:00am on Friday morning. All riders must report to the start 10 minutes before their advertised start time, and will then be placed into the starting order. If you miss your start then you must report to the starting officials and can only start at their command. Your time will start from your advertised start time (i.e. if you are 10 minutes late your time will be 10 minutes + time to do the time trial course).

Although starts will continue for approximately 1 hour, all riders are encouraged to come at 9:00am to cheer each other on, to add to the atmosphere and to be involved – the Golf Club is a very nice place to hang out with a great view of the ranges(rated 4th best desert course in the world!!).

Course description: The start line will be immediately in front of the clubhouse. Riders will then follow the marked course along the golf buggy tracks in and around the golf course for approx 2km – keep left of the witches hats. After leaving the golf club the route continues on a 4WD track that climbs up to Sunset Hill before turning into single track and heading east towards Emily Gap. Before reaching Emily Gap the course turns north along a fire break track and then turns left again and heads west back towards Alice Springs, going back over the top of Sunset Hill (on a different track) for a fast single track descent back into the golf course area. Follow the same buggy tracks through the fairways to the start / finish line in front of the Golf Club, keeping left of the witches hats.

Specific hazards / rules: • Keep an eye out for course markings and stick to the marked route at all times (you will get lost in the maze of tracks otherwise!).

• If you get caught by the rider behind you then please let them pass so you don’t hinder their progress.

• Watch out for riders going in the opposite direction when in the golf course area as this stretch is two way traffic. Keep left of the witches hats.

• Be aware that the trails are still open to the public and other trail users – like walkers and runners. Please respect their rights as well.

• Be aware of eroded sections of track on steep sections and sandy patches and washouts in the low country.

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Stage 4 - Night Race

When: Friday evening, mass start at 6:45pm.

Distance: 22km.

Course record: Male: Ben Mather 51:13 (2014) and female: Holly Harris 1:02.43 (2015) Start location: Alice Springs Golf Course. Approx 1.5km from Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Finish location: Alice Springs Golf Course. Note: the Golf Club bar and restaurant will be open to serve food and drinks before, during and after racing and will be a great place for a beer and a meal after the race.

Stage presentations location: Friday evening at the Alice Springs Golf Club as the winners cross the line.

Terrain and riding style: The night race is the same course as stage 3 and commences with a mass start for all riders at night using their own lights. The course is a mix of single track with occasional 4WD track sections.

Water point locations: Nil The start and course description: The race will commence with a mass start in front of the Golf Club Clubhouse and will then follow the same route as for the Stage 3 Time Trial raced on Friday morning – refer to course description above. The majority of the single track section will be marked with reflective arrows and markers (of no particular colour) that will help you see the trail ahead.

All riders must have their own lights sufficiently bright enough to see the trail and any hazards ahead of you (the brighter the better!) and must also have a red light facing backwards.

After the race: The Alice Springs Golf Course restaurant will be a serving a range of tasty, well priced meals during and after the Stage 4 night race and we encourage all supporters and riders to enjoy their hospitality after racing.

Specific hazards / rules: • Keep an eye out for course markings and stick to the marked route at all times – especially since it is dark!

• Be aware of eroded sections of track on steep sections and sandy patches and washouts in the low country.

Kids’ ride We are happy to re-introduce a kids ride to The Redback program for 2019 and encourage all locals + visitors to bring their kids for a fun riding event.

Time: Where:

5:00pm Friday 23rd August (not long before the Stage 4 Night Race) Meet at the end of Eagle Crt which will be the start line. Kids will finish under the finish arch infront of the Golf Clubhouse.

How much: $5 entry fee per child. Enter on the day between 4:30 and 5:00pm. Kids will receive a number plate and some fresh fruit at the finish line.

What: We will set up 2 race courses with a longer course of approx 40mins for 9-12yr olds and a shorter course of approx 25mins for younger kids aged 4-8yrs.

The events will not be timed and are based more around participation and giving things a go than racing and winning. Riders of all levels are welcome.

Kids and families and invited to hang around after the Kids ride to watch the thrilling Stage 4 Night race.

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Lasseter’s Hotel Casino - Stage 5 When: Saturday, stage starts at 8:30am.

Distance: 42km.

Course record: 1:55.29 Ben Henderson (2017), 2:14.34 Imogen Smith (2017) - new stage in 2017 Start location: Rolling start from the Mercure Alice Springs Resort at 8:30am with racing starting when riders turn off Stott Tce opposite the Mercure.

Finish location: Telegraph Station, next to the Todd River (on the green grass) Approx 5.3km from Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Stage presentations location: 6:00pm. Saturday at the Mercure.

Terrain and riding style: A sweet course starting out on 4WD tracks but soon becoming an almost continual trail of single track through some of the region’s best trails. It’s a fast, undulating and flowing course on a gravely and sometimes loose surface. Some rocky sections and technical riding but also some of the sweetest single track you will encounter in the country.

Water point locations: Approx. 20km point near ‘Lower 5 Ways’ Sponsor: Lasseter’s.

The start and course description: The race starts with a controlled start over a 1.7km circuit on the streets through the Alice Springs town centre.

All riders gather in the Mercure Alice Springs Resort courtyard area and then roll out behind a police escort, riding along Sturt Tce, turning left into Undoolya Rd, left into Leichhardt Tce and then left into Stott Tce. After crossing the Todd River on Stott Tce, racing commences when riders turn off the sealed road to join a 2wd / 4wd track beside the flood water drain. Continue along the marked route crossing Berger Crt and keep following the drainage channel before turning right onto 4WD tracks that soon become single tracks.

Keep following the marked course as it turns left onto Undoolya Road for approx. 1km before turning right just on the edge of the town boundary and continues along flowing single track while climbing Undoolya Ridge. The course then continues on an enjoyable mix of single and double tracks in the Kurrajong area, through Wigglies Waterhole where it crosses the Todd River, and then climbs to ‘the antennas’ towers before a final descent to the finish line in the lush green lawns of the Telegraph Station.

Specific hazards / rules: • Watch for traffic at all road crossings, particularly when using Undoolya Rd. Normal road rules apply and traffic is not stopped during the race.

• Keep an eye out for course markings and stick to the marked route at all times (you will get lost in the maze of tracks otherwise!).

• Be aware that the trails are still open to the public and other trail users – like walkers and runners. Please respect their rights as well.

• Sandy sections and washouts on approach to any low lying land.

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Incorporating the Tavis Johannsen Memorial Trophy

When: Sunday, stage starts at 8:30am.

Distance: 45km Course record: 2:04.26 Ben Henderson, Zoe Cuthbert 2:23.03. This was a new stage in 2017.

Start location: Opposite the Todd River crossing on Schwarz Cres.

Finish location: Mercure Alice Springs Resort.

Stage presentations location: from 5:00pm on Sunday night at the final presentation function at Mercure Alice Springs Resort. Note, the overall male winner of the Mercure Alice Springs Resort Stage 6 will win the Tavis Johannsen Memorial Trophy that has been struck in his memory, and fondly donated by the MacDonnell Ranges Holiday Park and the Johannsen family.

Terrain and riding style: A varied ride with flowing sections of single track and 4WD tracks.

Water point location: at approx. 21km pt and 29km pt (same location - you go past it twice).

Sponsor: Mercure Alice Springs Resort The start and course description: Racing will commence with a mass roll-out start on the bike path leading to the Telegraph Station. Due to the narrow trail and risk to riders, this is a controlled start and racing cannot commence until you reach the grass at the Telegraph Station where riders can then put the hammer down.

Once underway the course heads out along the Larapinta Trail which is a pretty flowy 4WD track heading north before veering north west on some lovely new single track towards the Stuart Highway Bridge. Just before the bridge riders join an old road heading north east that takes them to Wigglies Waterhole at about the 8km point.

After passing through Wigglies Waterhole the course becomes predominantly single track, interspersed with some short sections of 4WD track to give you a brief break. Make sure you continue to keep an eye out for the course markings as there are a lot of tracks going in different directions but the vast majority is all hand built single track that is great fun to ride. You will come across a water point at the 21km point (approx) on an open 4WD track. Riders complete another 8km loop before coming back to the same water point at the 29km mark The stage finishes by passing around the back of the township, onto the 2WD / 4WD beside the water drain, over Berger Crt and past the front of The Mercure. Rather than cross the road, riders must go under the Stott Tce bridge and then hook back around to the right and ride on the footpath into the finish line in The Mercure.

(Some of the trails used in Stage 6 were ridden in the opposite direction in Stage 5 - although they feel completely different being ridden in a different direction!).

Fantastic effort – you’ve just finished The Redback 2019. Now it’s time to chill out by the pool with a drink and celebrate with the other finishers. Well Done!

Specific hazards / rules: • Watch for traffic at all road crossings, particularly when using Undoolya Rd. Normal road rules apply and traffic is not stopped during the race.

• Keep an eye out for course markings and stick to the marked route at all times (you will get lost in the maze of tracks otherwise!).

• Be aware that the trails are still open to the public and other trail users – like walkers and runners. Please respect their rights as well.

• Sandy sections and washouts on approach to any low lying land.

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Competitor services

Being mountain bikers ourselves, we know that sometimes it’s not quite as easy as it seems to compete in a race, so we’ve come up with the following competitor services to make your participation in the event as easy, hassle free and fun as possible.

Airport shuttles: We took bookings for airport shuttles as part of the entry process up until 19th July. If you booked a shuttle through us before 19th July then your details have been passed on to a Emu Run Experience. You should have received a confirmation e-mail from them to confirm your booking. If not then contact the Rapid Ascent office.

If you need an airport transfer but have not pre-booked one through us you must make your own bookings. We recommend speaking to Emu Run Experience who are familiar with the event, contact them via: 08 8953 7057 or via e-mail info@emurun.com.au Clothing transport: As many stage start locations are different to the finish locations we will provide a clothing transport service and take your clothing from one to the other while you’re racing. Just drop your clothing off to us at the race info marquee or vehicle at the start line and then collect it from the same tent at the finish… easy-peasie!

But there are some pointers to make this easy for you and for us: • Please label all your clothing with name and mobile number (do this now!).

• Please put all your clothing in a bag with your name, race number and mobile number on it. This makes it easier to transport and easier to find again at the finish line.

• Whilst we will try our very best, we accept no responsibility for any items that may be lost. We recommend you do not give us any valuables.

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Bike Wash Together with our bike wash sponsor KRUSH – we will have the best of all bike wash stations set up at The Mercure for the duration of the event that’s free for all competitors. With plenty of water and brushes on tap you can try out KRUSH’s Premium Bike Wash, Foaming Wash and After Wash Bike Spray to keep your bike running its best.

Just remember – A clean bike is a fast bike.

Bottle deposits: The water point locations for each stage are listed in the stage descriptions above. All water points will have water and electrolyte available for you to fill up your water bottles and drinking system bladders, but we will also transfer your own water bottles to these locations so you can have your own ‘special formula’ whilst out on the track.

Bottles for transport to each water point need to be organised as follows: • Bottles will need to be delivered to the event officials at the stage presentations the day before – refer to schedule below.

• All bottles must be very clearly marked with your race number written around the top.

• Bottles will then be placed in numerical order at the water point for quick collection.

• Empty bottles can be collected from the stage at the Mercure.

Bottles for: 1. Tourism NT Stage 1 - must be delivered to us at the start line by 8:00am.

2. Rapid Ascent Hill Climb Stage 2 - no water points so no bottles transferred.

3. Ultimate Ride Bicycle Centre Stage 3 ITT - no water points so no bottles transferred.

4. Night Race Stage 4 - no water points so no bottles transferred.

5. Lasseter’s Stage 5 - must be delivered to us at the start line at The Mercure on Saturday morning.

6. Mercure Alice Springs Resort Stage 6 - must be delivered to us at The Mercure before 8:00am.

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THE FINAL SHOWDOWN

Equipment for you and your bike Compulsory equipment to carry: The following equipment MUST be carried with you for all stages (except Stage 2) from the start to the finish of the event as outlined in the race rules: • Emergency safety blanket • A First Aid Kit comprising at least: 2 x crepe bandages, 2 x non-adhesive wound dressings, 6 x steri-strip wound closures, 1 x triangular bandage and a pair of surgical gloves.

• Mobile Phone (please store the emergency phone number: John Jacoby (Race Director) 0408 035 261.

• Stage 4 - Bright white lights facing forwards and a red light facing backwards.

We will be conducting random checks for First Aid Kits and other compulsory equipment during the event. Any competitor found not having the required equipment at any point will be given a 1 hour time penalty.

First aid kits will be available to purchase during registration for $15 and space blankets for $7.

Recommended equipment to carry: • tubeless tyres with a sealant inside (like Joe’s No Flats).

• tyre patches in case you do get a hole in the side wall that is too big for the sealant to seal.

• bike computer. We do not put out KM markings so this is helpful so you know how far you’ve gone.

• 2 bottle cages or a 2lt hydration backpack - refer notes below.

• sunglasses and a small tube of sunscreen.

• multi tool with chain breaker.

• spare tube – with sealant or Goo inside!

We will set up one water point out on the course for Stage 1, Stage 5 and Stage 6 but this means that (depending how fast you ride) you will still need to carry your own water for up to 2+ hours of riding. As such, we recommend that you carry at least 2 water bottles and/or a 2lt hydration backpack with you whilst racing.

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Tyre and bike set up The riding terrain around Alice Springs is likely to be quite different to any you have previously experienced due to the unique landscape and environment hence we highly recommend that you set your bike up for the local conditions so you make the most of the riding you have come to enjoy. Most of the single track and 4WD tracks around Alice consist of sandy gravel and small sharp rocks on a firm base which makes for fun, fast riding but can also cause havoc with your tyres due to a) the prevalence of ‘cat head’ thorns that will puncture your tyre and b) the sharp rocks that can cut the tyre’s side-walls.

The locals recommended tyre set up, and one that we RECOMMEND YOU FOLLOW TO SAVE ENDLESS PUNCTURES, is to use tubeless rated tyres with a sealant inside, ideally on tubeless rims. This set up works best as the sealant will fill any punctures you get from the thorns, the tubeless tyres have a tougher side wall and are more resilient to sharp rocks cutting your side walls and the tubeless rims make for a tighter fit for the tubeless tyres. We strongly recommend that you do not use tubes or a thin, light weight tyre as the rocks will eat them up for breakfast and you increase your likelihood of punctures and side wall damage.

For more information on our recommended bike set up, read the equipment page on the event website or speak to the guys from the Alice Springs Bike Centre at the Event Centre for all the ins and outs of riding in the Red Centre: AliceSprings@bicycle-centre.com.au or tel: (08) 8953 7297.

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Race rules Please read, be aware of and follow the race rules during the event.

• If you withdraw from a stage for any reason whatsoever, you MUST advise a marshal or member of race management as soon as possible. This is VERY important, as otherwise you will be assumed missing and a search commenced.

• Competitors must complete the full course on a non-motorised bicycle - unless competing in the e-bike catgeory.

• Competitors must ride the complete course as marked and directed, passing through all checkpoints. Taking shortcuts or using any unfair means of obtaining an advantage over other competitors will result in disqualification. It is the rider’s responsibility to ensure that the correct course is followed!

• All competitors must wear a certified bike helmet at ALL times.

• Individual competitors must use only one bike frame for the entire ride, although wheel changes are permitted.

• All competitors must carry the listed compulsory equipment.

• Race numbers must be displayed on the front handlebars at all times and cannot be modified or cut down in size in any way.

• First place overall male and female in each stage will receive a 20 second time credit for that particular stage that will be applied to their cumulative race time. 2nd place overall male and female will receive a 10 second time credit for that particular stage that will be applied to their cumulative race time.

• Riders may accept mechanical assistance on the course only by other registered racers and Race staff.

• A competitor cannot provide assistance in forward progression (pushing, pulling, towing) or food or drinks to another competitor in another category except in emergency circumstances.

• Prior to being accepted into the event, all participants must read and sign the Terms of Entry and Waiver in person at the event registration.

• Australian Road Rules apply at all times on all roads, tracks and trails.

• Only registered riders or Race Officials may ride on the course.

• Riders are only eligible to win prizes in the category in which they register.

• Failure to abide by rules may result in time penalty or disqualification.

• Rapid Ascent has sole discretion to alter or amend the race format or the rules in order to increase the safety of participants or for any other reason deemed appropriate.

• All protests must be lodged in writing with the Race Director within 15 minutes of the official results being posted.

A judging panel of three Rapid Ascent staff (including the Race Director) will adjudicate on all protests and other contentious matters, and their decision will be final.

• If the race is cancelled after it has started, as soon as you have been notified of the cancellation, it is each rider’s responsibility to get themselves back to either the Start or Finish areas.

• Littering the course with inner tubes, food wrappers or any other litter will result in instant disqualification.

• Competitors who do not complete a particular stage may still compete in subsequent stages but are ineligible for prizes and their overall result will be shown as “unranked”.

• You will race in the age group category according to your age on the first day of the event • Only entrants entered as a Six-Stage Rider prior to Stage 1 are eligible for the General Classification awards and prize money • Pedal assisted e-bikes may be used provided they do not have a power output greater than 250watts or a powered speed faster than 25km/hr. E-bikes will have their own category and will not be eligible for age group or overall prizes or prize money.

Compulsory equipment:

The following equipment MUST be carried with you for all stages of the event (except Stage 2): • Emergency safety blanket • A First Aid Kit comprising at least: 2 x crepe bandages, 2 x non-adhesive wound dressings, 6 x steri-strip wound closures, 1 x triangular bandage and a pair of surgical gloves. (First Aid Kits and Safety Blankets will be available for sale at Registration.)

• Mobile Phone.

• For Stage 4 only, you must carry working headlights and a rear red light.

We will be conducting random checks for First Aid Kits and other compulsory equipment during all stages. Any competitor found without the required equipment at any point will be given a 1 hour time penalty. This will be strictly enforced.

If you withdraw from a stage, accept external assistance to get to the finish line, or if you do not start a stage in the race you will be listed as an unranked competitor. However, you may still race all following stages. You will not, however, have an overall standing and cannot win an overall prize.

Terms and conditions:

By participating in this event you are agreeing to the terms and conditions as listed on the event website.

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Event Volunteer Team Events like this can only operate with the assistance of a number of volunteers. We welcome non-riding partners, parents, friends and family to join the Event Volunteer Team. This is a great way to be part of the event and get to know others too. Roles vary from 30 minute to 3 hour time slots on one or more days. In all honesty, volunteers draw great enjoyment from being part of the event (without having to go through the pain of racing!) and find it a valuable experience. We happily provide you with lunch on the day, supervision and instruction and make sure you are comfortable doing the role asked. All help is greatly appreciated so if you or your family/friends can help, please contact John Jacoby at Rapid Ascent via john@rapidascent.com.au or 0408 035 261.

Alice Springs climate averages for August The climate in Alice Springs for the month of August is not nearly as hot as you’d imagine and is ideally suited to mountain biking, with cool mornings warming up to approximately 25 degrees in the middle of the day and then cooling off in the evenings. It is likely to feel quite cool to cold in the morning so make sure you bring a warm layer or two, but be ready to strip off as the day warms up (cycling arm and leg warmers ideal).

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Average daily max 25°C in the shade Mean 9:00am temp 16°C in the shade Average night min 8.3°C Average rainy days 3.1

• Average cloudy days 7.6 • Ave sunrise 7:00am • Ave sunset 6:00pm

Also be wary of sunburn. You will likely be outside in the sun for most of the day. There is not a lot of shade around so make sure you put on sunscreen before you head out.

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Categories and prizes DAILY PRESENTATIONS

Stage Winners via Category: The following categories will be acknowledged after each stage as a ‘Stage Winner’. Six-Stage Riders and Single-Stage Riders are eligible.

• Junior (Under 18) individual - male & female • Prime (18-39) individual - male & female • Veteran (40-49) individual - male & female • Vintage (50-59) individual - male & female • Masters (60+) individual - male & female • Pedal assisted E-Bike * * Pedal assisted e-bikes may be used provided they do not have a power output greater than 250watts or a powered speed faster than 25km/hr. E-bikes will have their own category and will not be eligible for age group or overall prizes or prize money.

Race Leader (General Classification) - Presentation of the yellow number plate to the overall leading male/ female after each stage.

Category Leaders - we will present an orange number plate to the current category leader in each age category at the nightly presentations so your fellow riders know you are leading.

FINAL PRESENTATIONS - OVERALL (Sunday Evening)

The following will be recognised at the Overall Presentations.

• Top 3 male/females in the General Classification who entered as a Six-Stage Rider prior to Stage 1 • Top 3 male/female in Each Category (listed above) who entered as a Six-Stage Rider prior to Stage 1

The Tavis Johannsen Memorial Trophy

The male winner of the final stage of the event, Stage 6, will be awarded with the Tavis Johannsen Memorial Trophy. (The trophy has been donated by Brendan Heenan from the MacDonnell Range Holiday Park– who was Tavis’s father in-law.)

Paul Darvodelsky Memorial Medal

In memory of a passionate local rider who committed his heart and soul to the sport of mountain biking – especially in Alice Springs – we will be awarding the Paul Darvodelsky Memorial Medal to the first placed female rider from Alice Springs.

(Eligible riders but be either a full time resident of Alice Springs or member of the Central Australian Rough Riders and have resided in Alice Springs for a minimum of 6 of the last 12 months).

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EVENT MERCHANDISE

- FOR SALE AT REGISTRATION

Event Jersey $120 • • • • • • • •

Asteria Italian Fabric that’s seriously soft & form fitting Time Out Italian Fabric Eyelet Mesh as a contrast and further moisture transfer Skin Gripper for anatomical comfort at the front waist and sleeve cuffs Full Front Zip - allowing airflow to circulate 3 Back Pockets Centred Rear Zip Pocket for valuables Flatlock Seams for next to skin comfort Manufactured by Body Torque as one of their top end jerseys

Cow Bell $7

Hoodie $60

Ring it loud and proud and cheer on your mates at the finish line and up the stage 2 Hill Climb!

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320gsm Poly cotton fleecy hoodie - ideal for the cool evenings and mornings in Alice Springs! Limited sizes available.

Presentation Dinner tickets $30pp Join us for a huge buffet dinner at The Chifley on Sunday after presentations.

Conducted in the garden / beside the pool this is the ideal way to celebrate the end of a great 4 days of riding. All welcome, including your friends/family/support crew!

Truckers cap $30

MANDATORY EQUIPMENT

These items are mandatory equipment for all riders on all stages (except stage 2 the hill climb)

First Aid Kit $15

First Aid Kits are required to be carried on all stages (except stage 2), comprising as a minimum: 2 x crepe bandages, 6 x wound closure strips, 1 x triangular bandage, 2 x non-stick wound dressing pads and a pair of surgical gloves.

(Riders without a backpack often squash the air out of the bag and then gaffa tape it to their seat tube, top tube or stem.)

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A reflective blanket is also required to be carried on all stages (except stage 2).

HONOUR BOARD Year Name Race O/All Place Open Male 2008 Adrian Jackson 1

Perren Delacour 2

Matthew Fleming 3 2009 Ben Mather 1

Matthew Fleming 2

Adrian Jackson 3 2010 Jason English 1

Andrew Fellows 2

Ben Randall 3 2011 Andrew Blair 1

Aiden Lefman 2

Jason English 3 2012 Andrew Blair 1

Ben Hogarth 2

Chris Hanson 3 2013 Andrew Blair 1

Shaun Lewis 2

Michael Crosbie 3 2014 Ben Mather 1

Ryan Standish 2

James Downing 3 2015 Ben Hogarth 1

James Downing 2

Craig Cooke 3 2016 Michael England 1

Alex Lack 2

Chris Hanson 3 2017 Ben Henderson 1

Ben Gooley 2

Chris Hanson 3 2018 Scott Thomson 1

Jarrod Moroni 2

Oliver Hartung 3

O/All Time O/All Gender Place 11:38:25 11:42:05 11:45:28 9:31:41 9:32:26 9:42.19 12:58:24 13:01:34 13:03:14 10:16.05 10:16.43 10:18.03 10:10.24 10:32.07 10:42.07 9:44:27 9:46:36 9:51:00 10:30:09 10:37:39 10:39:39 7:47:31 7:59:25 8:00:06 7:43:22 7:44:29 7:45:31 7:42:26 7:58:14 8:02:14 7:36:22 7:43:10 7:51:47

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Open Female 2008 Imogen Smith

Naomi Hansen

Jenni King 2009 Jo Bennett

Jodie Willett

Niki Fisher 2010 Jodie Willet

Gracie Elvin

Rebecca Rusch 2011 Jessica Douglas

Anna Beck

Jo Wall 2012 Melissa Anset

Naomi Hansen

Terri Rhodes 2013 Rowena Fry

Jenny Fay

Terri Rohdes 2014 Jo Bennett

Imogen Smith

Jessica Douglas 2015 Holly Harris

Terri Rhodes

Kim Willocks 2016 Edwina Hughes

Zoe Cuthbert

Georgina Landy 2017 Imogen Smith

Kim Willocks

Zoe Cuthbert 2018 Carmen de Rooze

Sophie Marshal

Kristen Gadsdon

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Veteran (40-49) male 2008 David Clark 2009 Paul Darvodelsky 2010 Paul Darvodelsky 2011 Tim Jamieson 2012 Gary Harwood 2013 Michael Brill 2014 James Downing

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Name Race O/All Place James Downing 2 Chris Hanson 3 Chris Hanson 3 Peter Casey 4

Veteran (40-49) female 2008 Meg Carrigan 2009 Jane Ollerenshaw 2010 Kim Beckinsale 2011 Kerstin Oelckers 2012 Juliet Plumb 2013 Juliet Plumb 2014 Jessica Douglas 2015 Nicola Jelinek 2016 Georgina Landy 2017 Sam Stevens 2018 Kristen Gadsdon

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Vintage (50+) Male 2008 Hans Dielacher 2009 Phil Hystek 2010 John Allison 2011 John Allison 2012 Paul Darvodelsky 2013 Peter Selkrig 2014 Paul Darvodelsky 2015 Andrew Field 2016 Andy Keayes 2017 Bill Murphy 2018 Brian John

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Vintage (50+) Female 2008 Carolyn Jackson 2009 Carolyn Jackson 2010 Carolyn Jackson 2011 Carolyn Kackson 2012 Pia Larque 2013 Carolyn Jackson 2014 Carolyn Jackson 2015 Michele Field 2016 Jo Rowell 2017 Tara Sutherland 2018 Sarah Woollard

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Masters (60+) Male 2013 Allan Stancombe 2014 Allan Stancombe 2015 David Brunner-Evans 2016 Rod Brannock 2017 John Allison 2018 Garry Lewis

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Masters (60+) Female 2016 Kay Haarsma 2017 Angela Skirving 2018 Carolyn Jackson

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NOTE: The Redback was changed from 7 stages / 5 days to 6 stages / 4 days in 2015 which explains the reduced total overall times.

Leaders’ number plate

The male and female overall race leader will be have this yellow number plate to identify them as race leader.

OVERALL RACE LEADER

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DESCRIPTION: THE RED BACK 2019 SIZE: 148 x 210mm

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All printing is produced using process colours. Nominated PMS colours can only be matched through this CMYK process. Every effort is made to match colours as closely as possible.

PLEASE READ: This is your artwork for approval. Please check thoroughly and CLEARLY advise any alterations.

Responsibility passes to the client once artwork is approved. Thank you.

NOTE: Any delay in approval or corrections to artwork may affect delivery date.

Colour proofs are intended as a guide and are not representative of final results.

Category Leader Number Plate

The male and female leader in each category will have this orange number plate to identify them as category leader.

CATEGORY LEADER

JOB NUMBER: 21410 DATE:

23-07-2019

DESCRIPTION: THE RED BACK 2019 SIZE: 148 x 210mm

(ENSURE PMS NUMBERS ARE SUPPLIED)

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All printing is produced using process colours. Nominated PMS colours can only be matched through this CMYK process. Every effort is made to match colours as closely as possible.

PLEASE READ: This is your artwork for approval. Please check thoroughly and CLEARLY advise any alterations.

Responsibility passes to the client once artwork is approved. Thank you.

NOTE: Any delay in approval or corrections to artwork may affect delivery date.

Colour proofs are intended as a guide and are not representative of final results.

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The Trail Running Series

Five wilderness locations within 1 hour’s drive of Melbourne, Jun - Sept. www.TrailRunningSeries.com.au Trail running races for everyone... The Trail Running Series includes 5 different race venues all within one hour’s drive of Melbourne with short (~6km) / medium (~12km) / and long (~17km) course runs through spectacular wilderness. Make sure you are part of this revolutionary series in 2019.

Surf Coast Century

Anglesea, VIC. 21 September, 2019. www.SurfcoastCentury.com.au A spectacular 100km trail run along Victoria’s surf coast and wildflower hinterland with the promise that no two steps will be the same. Do it either as an individual and click over the whole 100km solo or join up with some friends in a relay team of up to 4 and run 25km each.

Augusta Adventure Fest

Augusta, WA, 2 - 3 November, 2019. www.AugustaAdventureFest.com.au The biggest adventure race in the world is back again with 3 adventure events to challenge all comers – Long Course, Mini Adventure Race and Junior Survivor for kids. Each race includes its own spectacular course through the wild landscapes around Augusta in the South West, WA.

Otway Odyssey presented by Focus

Forrest, VIC. 22 - 23 February, 2020. www.OtwayOdyssey.com.au The Otway Odyssey is the most respected MTB marathon in Australia, comprising 100km, 50km 30km and 10km courses through the spectacular Otway Ranges on some of the best single tracks in Australia. The weekend also includes the Great Otway Gravel Grind for roadies and CX riders to hit up 97km or 49km course through the regions magnificent dirt roads.

Bike Buller Festival

Mt Buller, Victoria, 7 - 8 March, 2020 www.BikeBuller.com.au This exciting event brings all that’s great about mountain biking to the one spectacular location for a massive biking weekend. Including a range of gravity and cross country orientated events, a food, wine and music festival, kids race, bike expo and more and it’s no wonder this event is so popular.

X-Adventure Dunsborough

Dunsborough WA. March - April, 2020. www.xadventure.com.au An off road triathlon event through the stunning scenery around Dunsborough in South West WA. With long course and short course options, plus a kids triathlon, this is the biggest off-road triathlon in Australia.

Margaret River Ultra Marathon

Margaret River WA. 2 May, 2020. www.MRultramarathon.com.au Providing a spectacular 80km journey for solo runners and relay teams (with up to 5 runners), the Margaret River Ultra Marathon provides runners with an incredible race in Western Australia’s Cape to Cape coastline.

Run Larapinta Alice Springs, NT. August, 2020

www.RunLarapinta.com.au A four day, four stage trail running race along the most spectacular sections of the iconic Larapinta Trail in Central Australia. Race either the Malbunka with 20km - 45km stages or the Namatjira with 10km - 30km stages for an incredible event experience.

Good luck on race day and we hope to see you at another Rapid Ascent event soon.

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