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Welcome to Alpe d'Huez How to Follow Event Overview Rules & Regulations Safety & Support Event Signage Event Village in Alpe d'Huez Registration Day Registration Pack A Typical Day

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Massage Process Event Hotel Introducing Alpe d'Huez Stage One Stage Two Stage Three Final Day Operations Mark Your Achievements Event Partners Contacts

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Dear Rider Welcome to this year’s Haute Route Alpe d’Huez. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make sure everything is in place so you can live an experience of a lifetime around the iconic Alpe d’Huez. Part of this process is the publication of this roadbook. Its purpose is to provide a comprehensive guide outlining all the information you will need during the 3 days, both on and off the bike.

Bienvenue à la Haute Route Alpe d'Huez 2018 ! Nous travaillons dur tout au long de l’année pour que tout soit en place afin que vous puissiez vivre une expérience inoubliable autour de Alpe d'Huez. Une partie de ce processus est la publication de ce roadbook (en anglais uniquement). Son but est de vous fournir un guide complet avec toutes les informations dont vous aurez besoin pendant les 3 jours, à la fois pendant, avant et après les étapes.

Inside you will find details on the registration process and technical stage information for the event, including details of the mechanical and medical assistance provided.

À l'intérieur, vous trouverez des détails sur le retrait des dossards, des informations sur chaque étape, y compris les détails de l'assistance mécanique et médicale fournie pendant l’événement.

Wishing you all the very best of luck with your final preparations,

En vous souhaitant bonne chance pour vos derniers entrainements,

The Haute Route Team.

L'équipe Haute Route.

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Event Overview The second running of the Haute Route Alpe d’Huez offers an exceptional course based on and around the most famous climb in all of cycling – Alpe d’Huez. The course features 7 categorised climbs with a total of 237km and 8735m of climbing over the three days.

Thursday July 12th

Saturday July 14th

Friday July 13th

Sunday July 15th

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encourage you, pace you, and push you even to help you get through the stage to the best of your ability. Whilst he is not the guarantor of the time limit, he is a great indicator of where you are situated will do his best to help all the riders get over the finish line on time each day.

Registration day in Alpe d’Huez Open from 2pm to 7pm Riders briefing at 7pm Pasta party at 8pm

Stage 1 Start at 8:30am Bourg d’Oisans – Alpe d’Huez 70km / 3000M+

The Lanterne Rouge for the Haute Route Alpe d'Huez will be Adrian Hill. His role is to help the riders at the back of the peloton get over the finish line inside the time limit each day. You should view him as a friend rather than a foe, as he will be there to

Stage 2 Start at 7:00am Alpe’Huez – Alpe d’Huez 151km / 4600M+

Stage 3 Start at 8:00am ITT Bourg d’Oisans – Alpe d’Huez 16km / 1135M+ Closing ceremony at 1:00pm

Rules and Regulations Rules and Regulations

It is important to be aware of all the Rules & Regulations of the Haute Route which include timekeeping & rankings, time limits, equipment allowed, safety, medical and personal assistance, anti-doping and other important topics.

Equipment check

View the rules in full: https://www. hauteroute.org/downloads/HRAdH18_RR_ EN_1.pdf

The following equipment is mandatory and must be presented by every rider during registration to pass the Equipment Safety Check prior to collecting your bib and registration pack: • Hard-shell helmet • Long sleeve thermal jacket • Thermal overshoes • Leg warmers • Full finger winter gloves

Key Points

Sustainability

• Respect traffic rules at all times (traffic lights, stop signs, etc.) • Ride on the right hand side of the road  • Respect traffic signs of the Haute Route  • Respect other road users (not involved in the event) • Wear a hardshell helmet at all times  • Wear your bib on your back  • Position your frame plate on the front of your handlebars

Solo / Duo

All riders taking part in the Duo competition will NOT be ranked in the Solo rankings. The Duo rankings will be established based on the time of the second rider of each team on each stage.

By entering the Haute Route, you commit to respect the environment and the natural areas visited. It is strictly forbidden to leave any type of waste (paper, plastic packaging etc) on the course. Any rider caught throwing waste on the course can be penalised or even disqualified. See chart: https://www.hauteroute.org/ downloads/HR_Riders_Sustainability_ Charter.pdf

Protest

Riders wishing to report infringements, contest timings or report something must collect and fill in a protest form from the Info Point within two hours of finishing the stage. Decisions communicated to the concerned riders after the evening briefing.

Safety & Support Organisation

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Technical Assistance Assistance on the course • Mavic is the only party authorised to provide assistance on the course outside of designated feed stations. Riders receiving outside assistance - mechanical or otherwise - are liable to penalties and ultimately disqualification • Every participant is expected to be selfsufficient in case of a puncture If you suffer a mechanical, please be patient and inform the driver of the closest course vehicle - they will inform Mavic. Assistance in the event village and at the start line: Mavic will have a booth at each event village and start line. The team will attempt to resolve any mechanical issues. 10

Replacement parts, spares and accessories: Mavic will not provide spare parts. Although there may be some bike shops close to the course, we recommend you bring specific spares including: • A rear-mech hanger • Allen keys specific to your bike • Spare brake blocks (front and rear) • Inner tubes with the correct length valves and CO2 cans or a pump

Medical Assistance Available 24/7: • Emergency Doctors • Professional Nurses • Ambulances MEDICAL EMERGENCY: +33 9 79 98 18 22

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Village Signage

The various services offered in the village are identified by these signs (non-exhaustive list):

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Event Village in Alpe d'Huez All riders are required to register at the event village on Thursday 12th of July in Alpe d’Huez between 2pm and 7pm. The village will be located at the Palais des Sports Alpe d’Huez, 70 Avenue des Brandes, 38750, Huez.

How to get there

AIRPORT Closest nearest Airports are Lyon StExupery, Geneva-Cointrin and Grenoble

SHUTTLE Book the official shuttle to and fron Lyon StExupery. Drop off/Pick up at Event Village.

CAR Drive from home or rent a car from the airport you arrive at

PUBLIC TRANSPORT Take the train to Grenoble and continue with a taxi or rental car to Alpe d’Huez.

Partners and Activities in the event village Haute Route partners present at the village during registration day:

MAVIC Mechanical assistance and kit distribution

FRANCE BIKE RENTALS Bike rental and concierge service

3T Test-ride the brand new Haute Route 3T Strada Pro or Strada Team bike 12

Registration Day Village Arrival – The event village will be open from 2pm to 7pm. Before exploring the village and visiting partners’ and exhibitors’ booths, make sure you follow the steps outlined below

VILLAGE ARRIVAL

Bike Park – Use the secure bike park while you complete the steps below. Equipment Check – Present the following mandatory equipment to the organisation, before being allowed to proceed to bib collection: Hard-shell helmet, long sleeve thermal jacket, full-finger winter gloves, thermal overshoes, leg warmers. Bib Collection – Collect your bib and Haute Route Alpe d'Huez registration pack (you will need one form of ID). Bike Plate – Once you’ve collected your registration pack, attach your bike plate on to your handlebars. It is forbidden to alter, cut or fold your bike plate. Briefing – Once you have completed all these steps you can explore the event village before attending the first mandatory briefing at the event village. This takes place at 7pm at the village.

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N.B: The riders’ briefing will be followed by the event support briefing mandatory for friends and family following the event by car. Pasta Party – To start the Haute Route the right way, enjoy the Pasta Party which will take place at the village after the briefing. Finally, don’t forget to pick up your bike if you used the bike park. There is no secure bike park overnight.

BRIEFING

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HAUTE ROUTE BACKPACK To put your change of clothes for each day

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A Typical Day

What to take with you While every rider will have their own personal preference, this is a suggested list of what to take on the bike and in your backpack (dropped off at the start/collected at the finish of each stage):

ON THE BIKE A windbreaker/gillet Water/drinks bottles Cereal bars, dried fruits, energy gels A pair of sunglasses A mobile phone in your waterproof pouch Spare inner tubes or sealant for tubeless tyre Tyre-levers A pump or a CO2 canister A multi-tool including chain tool

IN YOUR BACKPACK Haute Route ID card Spare shoes High-protein recovery drink Change of clothes Shower gel and towel Towel for rider massage

IN CASE OF COLD & BAD WEATHER Long sleeve thermal jacket Full finger winter gloves Thermal overshoes Leg warmers / leggings

Massage Process • Book your massage at the Info Point as soon as possible after you cross the finish line. • You will receive a massage ticket indicating your allotted time slot for your massage. • Shower before massage. • Arrive at the massage area at your assigned time with your ticket; late comers and riders without a ticket will not be treated. • Bring your towel to place on the massage table. • Massages last 15 minutes.

Official Event Hotel Hotel Le Castillan

Early breakfast

Relaxation area

268 route de la poste

Late checkout on Sunday

Short walk to event village & start line

Secure bike storage

Wifi

Event Map Key Event Village

Airport Shuttle

Official Hotel

INTRODUCING

Alpe d'Huez Located in the Massif of l’Oisans, near the Meije (3984m), the Barre des Écrins (4102m) and the Italian border, Alpe d’Huez is the mountain town to visit in the summer. From the town at 1860m to the Pic Blanc at 3300m which has a panoramic view across 1/5th of France, the resort is a true outdoor playground. With its southern facing slopes and generous sun exposure, Alpe d’Huez offers perfect conditions for holidays as a couple, with your family or with your friends. Renowned for its ski resort and 21 bends for cyclists; the crisp mountain air, wide open spaces and stunning panoramic views are also

not to be forgotten and make Alpe d’Huez a go to location. Indoors and outdoors, competitive or just for fun, there are a host of sporting activities that can offer you hours of fun as well as adrenaline fuelled moments. From mountain biking and road cycling to via ferrata, mountain hikes, parapente, aviation, horseback riding, a pool and an outdoor ice rink there is something for everybody. You mustn't forget also the latest attraction, a year round outdoor luge slope on rails that is 1km long and that offers a great afternoon of fun for everyone! Without a doubt, Alpe d’Huez is more than just a simple holiday!

Crédit photo : Laurent Salino / Alpe d’Huez Tourisme

Bourg d’Oisans – Alpe d’Huez S TA G E 1

Key figures

Practical info

Friday July 13th 70km / 3000M+

LANTERNE ROUGE TIP Don’t underestimate the difficulty of this short stage. There is an uncategorised climb at the start and the ascent up Sarenne is probably the toughest of the weekend.

Start: 8:30am, Bourg d’Oisans city centre Finish: 10:50am - 1:10pm, Alpe d’Huez Village: Palais des Sports, 70 Avenue des Brandes Briefing: 6:30PM, Race Village

Les 2 Alpes 1652M 721M+ over 9.3km, 7.8% 1st rider: 9:40am | 10:35am 2000 m

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1st rider: 10:25am | 12:25pm

Alpe d'Huez 1850M 215M+ over 3.2km, 6.7% 1st rider: 10:50am | 1:10pm

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Alpe d’Huez – Alpe d’Huez S TA G E 2

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Saturday July 14th 151km / 4600M+

Practical info

Start: 7:00am, Alpe d’Huez Finish: 12:25pm – 4:45pm, Alpe d’Huez Village: Palais des Sports, 70 Avenue des Brandes Briefing: 6:30pm, Race Village

LANTERNE ROUGE TIP Pace yourself today. It’s a long and arduous day in the saddle with three major climbs. Remember to hydrate and fuel throughout the stage to avoid bonking on the final climb.

Croix de Fer 2067M 1480M+ over 27.4km, 5.4% 1st rider: 9:10am | Last: 10:20am

Glandon 1924M 1433M+ over 19.9km, 7.2% 1st rider: 11:05am | Last: 1:30pm

Alpe d'Huez from Villard Reculas 1850M 1128M+ over 19km, 5.9% 1st rider: 12:25pm | 4:45pm

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ITT Bourg d’Oisans – Alpe d’Huez S TA G E 3

Time Trial procedure

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Your start time will be defined by your overall ranking (the last rider in the overall ranking starting the time trial first). Your starting group will be published after the finish of the second stage on the Haute Route website and at the briefing. • Go to the waiting area at your starting block time

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Sunday July 15th 16km / 1135M+

Practical info

Enter the Time Trial corridor 2 minutes before your start time • Enter the start ramp 20 seconds before your start time • GO For the Duo, riders will go down the ramp one after the other, with their start time based on the ranking of the slowest rider in each duo.

Start: From 8:00am, Bourg d’Oisans city centre Finish: From 10:00am, Alpe d’Huez Village: Palais des Sports, 70 Avenue des Brandes Closing Ceremony: 1:00pm, Race Village

LANTERNE ROUGE TIP Empty the tank. I won't be chasing from the back on this stage, so just give it your all and appreciate the moment at the summit.

Alpe d'huez from Bourg d'Oisans 1860M 1135M+ over 13.9km 8.2%

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FINAL DAY OPERATIONS

You become a finisher (in Alpe d'Huez)

03 Return to Event Village

05 Receive your Finisher T-shirt

02 Receive your Finisher Medal

04 Collect your Backpack

Closing Ceremony: food, drinks, awards At the Event Village (must have ID Card, tickets can be purchased for friends and family)

Mark your achievements PhotoRunning

Stationed along the route on each stage, photographers from PhotoRunning will capture some of the best and toughest moments of your adventure. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to have your picture taken on registration day. You can buy your individual highresolution photos after the event at photorunning.com.

SummitFinish

Choose from a great range of souvenirs on the Summit Finish website to commemorate your achievements. From traditional kilometre markers and perspex markers to mugs and espresso cups youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll find something to your liking. Head to their website summitfinish.co.uk/ collections/haute-route for more details.

Haute Route Memorabilia

Want to immortalise your achievement with some exclusive Haute Route memorabilia? We've got two brand new pieces that you are sure to love. Hang your latest Haute Route medal on the medal hanger, and remind everyone at work of your achievements with a trophy for your desk. Each piece costs 30â&#x201A;Ź and can be purchased on site

Event Partners Main Partner

Official Charity

Host Venue

Official Suppliers

Contacts If you have any questions during the build up to the event donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t hesitate to get in touch. Live Chat hauteroute.org Phone before July 10th (9am to 6pm CET) +41 21 641 43 99 Phone from July 10th to July 15th +33 7 72 77 06 75 Email contact.france@hauteroute.org

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