Otway Odyssey MTB Events Program by rapidascent

MTB EVENTS PROGRAM Saturday 23 February Forrest, VIC. 100km, 50km, 30km, 10km OtwayOdyssey.com.au

WELCOME to the Otway Odyssey MTB Marathon presented by Focus

held in conjunction with the

Great Otway Gravel Grind.

This race is without doubt one of the most iconic MTB races in Australia and holds a high reputation among thousands of people who have tackled its challenging courses. Why? Maybe it’s the quality of the single track, or the towering timber forests, the elite competitors battling up front or the atmosphere at the football ground… or maybe it's that we’re all suckers for punishment because we know the bigger the challenge the greater the reward. Either way we thank you for your support for the 13th edition of the epic race. We hope you are fit and ready to tackle the Odyssey and lucid enough at the finish line to enjoy the free beer afterward.

The Rapid Ascent Team

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EVENT SCHEDULE

Friday 22nd February 4:00pm - 8:00pm COMPETITOR REGISTRATION for all races - Forrest Football Ground. 6:00pm - 7:00pm Pre-race champagne and info session in the Ladies Lounge - women only

Saturday 23rd F ebruary 6:00am – 6:45am 6:45am - 7:45am 7:00am 7:30am 8:00am 8:30am - 9:00am 9:15am 9:35am 12:00pm - 1:15pm 1:00pm 1:30pm 2:00pm – 3:30pm 3:00pm

Late registration for 100km riders only. Late registration for 50km riders only. Race start: 100km elite women start - Yaugher Rd. RACE START: 100km race start for all riders (except elite females) - Yaugher Rd. RACE START: 50km race start for all riders. Late registration for 30km riders only. Festivities at the Forrest Football Ground start. RACE START: 30km male riders only race start - Yaugher Rd RACE START: 30km female riders only race start - Yaugher Rd Race registration for Grom riders. Race presentations: 50km and 30km races - at Forrest Football Ground. Grom ride activities commence - at Forrest Football Ground. Registration for GOGG riders and 10km Otway Pioneer riders Race presentations:100km - at Forrest Football Ground.

Sunday 24th February 7:00am – 9:30am 8:00am 9:00am 9:45am 12:00pm

Competitor registration for all Sunday events - GOGG and 10km races RACE START: GOGG big-ring 97km - Yaugher Rd RACE START: GOGG small-ring 49km - Yaugher Rd RACE START: 10km Pioneer - Yaugher Rd 10km Pioneer presentations

FORREST IS THE EVENT LOCATION Forrest Football Ground is the event hub, located on Yaugher Road, 1.5km north of the township of Forrest. Forrest is located approximately 2hrs from Melbourne with the quickest route via Geelong and Winchelsea. Forrest is a 40minute drive from Apollo Bay and 25 minutes from Colac.

CAR PARKING AND ROAD CLOSURES Saturday Parking arrangements: • The only parking area in the immediate vicinity of the Football Ground is on The Forrest Horse Riding Club land on the western side of the ground. • Parking in the Horse Club will be charged at $3 on entry with money raised going to the Forrest Recreation Reserve. Please HAVE EXACT CHANGE READY when you arrive to speed up the parking process. • Alternative parking is available in the Forrest Township (2km away) and then ride your bikes to the Footy Ground. • NO PARKING is permitted on Yaugher Rd between Birregurra Rd and Forrest. • Camping is NOT PERMITTED in the horse club parking area or in the Football ground on Friday or Saturday night. Road Closures: • The Birregurra – Forrest Road will be closed between Forrest and Barwon Downs to all north bound cars between 7:00am – 7:15am and closed to cars in both directions between 7:30am and 8:00am. This may impact: • 100km riders coming from Melbourne who are running late. All 100km riders are encouraged to be at the Forrest Football Ground by 7:00am. • 50km riders coming from Melbourne. All 50km riders shoudl arrive by 7:30am. • The Colac – Forrest Road will remain open all day and is another recommended driving route. VIP Parking: • Riders who paid for VIP Parking are eligible to park inside the Forrest Football Ground. We will e-mail a VIP parking pass to you - please ensure it is displayed on your dashboard when you arrive. p2 2019 Otway Odyssey event program

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COMPETITOR REGISTRATION

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All riders for each of the events must COLLECT THEIR NUMBER PLATE before the start of your race (unless you paid for your number plate to be posted to you). NOTE: you can arrange for a friend to collect your number plate for you.

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Competitor registration times: • All riders (MTB and GOGG): Friday between 4:00pm and 8:00pm • 100km riders: Late registration on Saturday 6:00am - 6:45am • 50km riders: Late registration on Saturday 6:45am - 7:45am • 30km riders: Late registration on Saturday 8:30am - 9:00am • Grommet riders: Registration and entries on Saturday 12:00pm - 1:15pm • 10km riders: Registration and entries on Saturday 2:00pm - 3:30pm and on Sunday 7:00am – 9:30am

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DESCRIPTION: OTWAY ODYSSEY 2019

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30km, 50km & 100km events: briefing on the Forrest Football Ground 30 mins before the start of each race. 10km MTB: briefing will be held at the start line 10 minutes the race start.

2019 OTWAY ROOKIE 30km

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Self seeding at the start

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All race starts will be self seeding with riders encouraged to position yourself in the start chute according to your honest ability. These signs up to help you decide where to start: • RACE WINNERS (extra fast) - for riders expecting to finish within the top 50. • BIG RING RIDERS (fast) - for solid recreational riders who are fit and prepared for the event. • MIDDLE RING RIDERS (moderate) - for more casual riders who are up for the challenge. • GRANNY RING RIDERS (slow and steady) - for those who enjoy the scenery and generally take their time!

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JOB NUMBER: 20715 DATE:

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Elite Women’s Category of the 100km Otway Odyssey

To help ensure a fair race without pacing my males, all Elite Women in the 100km Otway Odyssey must start 30 minutes ahead of the main field. This start is ONLY FOR WOMEN WANTING TO BE IN CONTENTION FOR OVERALL PRIZE MONEY in the open women category. Riders hoping to win either the Queen of the Mountain Climb and/or the Timed Descent must also start in this elite women’s start.

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LIVE UPDATES AND RESULTS Live race splits for all riders

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Live timing splits will be uploaded to the website during the event. You can also track the progress of other riders to see how you compare. The link will be posted on the event homepage.

Live event updates on Twitter and Instagram #otwayodyssey

We will be uploading live event updates, photos and other race snippets from the Otway Odyssey under the tag #otwayodyssey all day Saturday via Twitter and Instagram. Tell your friends at home to follow Rapid Ascent on these social media platforms and feel free to join the conversation by tagging #otwayodyssey and @rapidascent.

EVENT PHOTOS

Event photos via ‘Photos 4 Sale’

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Our new event photographer Allan Ure from Photos 4 Sale will have professional photographers at various locations around the course to take plenty of photos of you in action on the day. All photos will be individually catalogued and available to view / purchase from www.photos4sale.co.nz

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THE COURSES There are some short sections of overlapping trail between the different races so all riders must PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE COLOUR OF THE ARROWS AND COURSE SIGNAGE to ensure you are on the correct course.

The 100km Otway Odyssey MTB course

The course used will be exactly the same as the course raced over the last 4 years. Length: 98km Total elevation gain / loss: 2350m Legs: • Michelin Leg 1 (Start - Hayden Tk - Thompsons Tk - Footy Ground): 38km, 1,000m elevation gain / loss. • Thule Leg 2 (Footy Ground - Yaugher - Footy Ground): 26km (64km total), 487m elevation gain / loss • CLIF Bar Leg 3 (Footy ground - Kaangalang Rd - West Forrest trails - Footy Ground): 34km (98km total), 863m elevation gain / loss Course marking: • with red and/or orange arrows on a white background. Arrows indicate the correct route. • with strips of fluoro pink plastic surveyors’ tape tied to trees. These indicate that the correct route. Water points: • 38km point in the Footy Ground feed zone. Taps will be located right next to the track with 32gi drink available. • 64km point in the Footy Ground feed zone again (same drink station as at the 38km point). • 85km point Hydration Station at the turn-off to the West Barwon Dam picnic area - tap fill up AND water bottle transfer location (see below).

The 50km Otway Shorty MTB course

The course used will be the same as the course raced over the last 4 years. Length: 50km Total elevation gain / loss: 1410m Legs: • Michelin Leg 1 (Start - Kaanglang Rd - West Forrest trails - Footy Ground): 33km, 1,000m elevation gain / loss. • Thule Leg 2 (Footy Ground - Yaugher - Footy Ground): 17km, 410m elevation gain / loss Course marking: • with large green arrows and smaller green arrows. Arrows indicate the correct route. • with strips of bright green plastic surveyors’ tape tied to trees. These indicate the correct route. Water points: • 21km point Hydration Station at turn-off to the West Barwon Dam picnic area - tap fill up AND water bottle transfer location (see below). • 33km point in the Footy Ground feed zone. Taps will be located right next to the track with 32gi available. • Watch for the Odyssey Angels on course (with angel wings!) who can give you a hand if you need it.

The 30km Otway Rookie MTB course

The course used will be the same as the course raced over the last 3 years. Despite having a separate mens and womens start, the course will be the same for everyone. Length: ~29km Total elevation gain / loss: 700m Legs: • Michelin Leg 1 (Start - Kaanglang Rd - Footy Ground): 12km, 340m elevation gain / loss. • Thule Leg 2 (Footy Ground - Yaugher - Footy Ground): 18km, 360m elevation gain / loss Course marking • with large green arrows and smaller green arrows. Arrows indicate the correct route. • with strips of bright green plastic surveyors’ tape tied to trees. These indicate the correct route. Water points: • 12km point in the Footy Ground feed zone. Taps will be located right next to the track with 32gi available. • Watch for the Odyssey Angels on course (with angel wings!) who can give you a hand if you need it

The 10km Otway Pioneer MTB course

The course used will be the same as the course raced over the last 3 years. The course will predominantly be on 2WD and 4WD roads with a fun section of the Red Carpet single track for extra fun. The event is targeted primarily for kids aged 7-14yrs who enjoy their riding and want a dose of the racing fun. p6 2019 Otway Odyssey event program

Course marking • with green arrows. Arrows indicate the correct route. • with strips of green plastic surveyors’ tape tied to trees. These indicate that you are on the correct route Water points: • There are no water points on the 10km course other than at the finish line.

Otway Grommets event

This is a great event for kids to encourage them to get out on their bikes and HAVE SOME FUN!! The riding is most suited to kids on balance bikes and pedal bikes aged between approx. 3yrs and 8yrs. They will remain within the sight of parents and the course is easy and achievable. We will conduct a number of activities like slow races, limbo riding, relay events, obstacle courses and more, and is based around fun (not competition) and will take approx. 30mins. All Grommets riders must register between 12:30pm and 1:00pm for a 1:30pm event start and will get a number plate, an event sticker and a whole lot of fun.

FREE BEER AT THE FINISH!! All riders will receive a ticket for a free Forrest Brewery beer when you finish your race! Simply take your ticket to the Silver Bullet Bar on the footy ground to receive your pony sized beer and celebrate the end of a great ride. (Under age riders will receive a non-alcoholic drink).

This generous offer is made possible thanks to our friends at Topbike Tours (Emma Colson and David Olle).

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OTHER COURSE POINTS: Forrest Football Ground designated feed zone

Competitors may only receive external support from support crew within the confines of the Forrest Football Ground at the 38km and 64km points in the 100km race, the 33km point on the 50km race and 12km point for the 30km race. This area is defined as any section along the course that is within the playing surface of the Forrest Football Ground. Any riders seen to be receiving any external support outside of this designated area will be given a 30 minute penalty - this includes collecting water bottles or other hydration or nutrition from spectators as well as items that have been ‘pre-placed’ on the course for collection during the race.

Notes on course marking:

For all courses: • there will be red and white barrier tape across some trails which indicate that this is the wrong route, go back. DO NOT cross over any red and white tape. • all intersections will be clearly marked and occasional markings with tape and or arrows along tracks to confirm that you are on the right route. • one or two pieces of the relevant coloured tape will always be placed immediately after a track junction to confirm you are travelling along the correct course. • ‘Caution’ signs or signs with multiple arrows pointing down indicate that there is a difficult or technical section ahead and that you should definitely slow down and take care ahead. It is the riders' responsibility to ensure they are on the correct course for all events.

King and Queen of the Mountain (100km Otway Odyssey)

The King and Queen of the Mountain climb is limited to riders in the 100km Otway Odyssey. It is located at the top of Haydens Track at the intersection with Thompsons Track at the 26km point (approx), elevation 558m above sea level. The fastest male and female will receive $100 cash. Riders must complete the entire 100km course to be eligible.

MTB: The Timed Descent (100km, 50km, 30km Otway Odyssey)

The Timed Descent is open to riders in both the 100km, the 50km and 30km events and will be held down the renowned ‘Red Carpet Track’ from where the track crosses the Lake Elizabeth Road to where it emerges from the bush opposite the Barwon River. The descent flows over 4.5km of track that drops approximately 250m from top to bottom and was reshaped in 2016 to make it even faster. The fastest male / female down the descent will receive $100 cash.

MTB: PC wash

Together with the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Parks (DELWP), we will be including a bike hygiene procedure to assist in the control of Phytophthora Cinnamomi, often called ‘die back’. All 100km, 50km and 30km riders must dismount and push their bikes through a shallow trough of Phyto-clean solution when you exit and re-enter the Forrest Football Ground.

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Odyssey Angels We have been excited to roll out a range of initiatives to support and encourage greater female participation in the 2019 Otway Odyssey (or any MTB event), and we offer a special welcome to any women who are lining up for their first bike event at this years race. YOU CAN DO IT! The following services are available for all women competing in any of this year’s events and are designed to help you feel at ease with the racing ahead.

30km Otway Rookie Women’s only race start. All women tackling this event (whether first time of not) will start together at 9:35am. This should be really motivating to send all the girls off together.

Ladies Lounge – we will have set up within the expo area on the Forrest Footy Ground a women’s only ‘Ladies Lounge’ where you can meet other female riders, get changed and congregate. There will be a women’s only toilet, chairs, bag storage area as well.

Pre-race champagne and info session (FREE!) – between 6:00pm and 7:00pm on Friday night we’ll pour all female racers a glass of champagne (or soft option) in the Ladies Lounge and have a bit a chat about race day and answer any last minute questions you may have.

Odyssey Angels on course – during the 30km MTB race we will have a number of Odyssey Angel

Ambassadors at the start and out on course to give you any specific help you need – maybe fixing your bike, giving directions or simply blowing kisses... Look for the people in pink with the angel wings and angel number plates!

Odyssey Angels Facebook Group – keep tabs with all the pre-race chatter

on the specific Odyssey Angels Facebook Group and ask questions, receive advice and all the encouragement you need to make it to the start AND the finish line!

Check up with the ‘30 steps to 30km’ list on the Odyssey Angels website pages to make sure you’ve got everything covered!

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DESCRIPTION: OTWAY ODYSSEY 2018

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We really do wish the very best to all our (first time) female riders and hope you fall in love with riding (and racing) as much as we have. Let us know your feedback post race so we can get even more girls on bikes in he future! DATE:

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ONE SPECTACULAR LOCATION ONE AWESOME WEEKEND X-COUNTRY:

GRAVITY EVENTS:

SPECTATORS:

› 42km Epic Trail – point to point › 20km Corn Hill grand prix

› Gravity Enduro*– using the chairlift › ABOM Downhill – race this iconic track › Mt Buller Super-D – 1,100m descent

› 16” Dual slalom › Slopestyle contest › Picnic in the Park food/ beer festival

First eve r on this race epic trail!

*Round 3 of the Victorian Enduro Tour

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Plus kids events, e-bikes, huge industry expo, food & drinks, MTB movies and more!

FINISH LINE AND EVENT EXPO The Otway Odyssey is far more than ‘just another bike race’ and includes the Event Expo as a massive extra feature conducted on race day. It attracts plenty of spectators and general public to the event and is the ideal place to park the family and your friends while you flog yourself around the course!

Central point for the Otway Odyssey MTB courses

The Forrest Football Ground is the central point of the MTB course and doubles as: • Start and finish location for all MTB and GOGG races • Intermediary 38km, 64km points for 100km MTB riders, 33km point for 50km MTB riders and 12km point for 30km MTB riders • The only spot on the course where MTB riders may receive outside support – including from the on site bike shop.

Sponsors Expo: Saturday 9:00am – 5:00pm and Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm

All sponsors of the Otway Odyssey, as well as several other biking and tourism related companies will have stands at the Forrest Football Ground including: • Focus Bikes Australia - will be set up with a selection of their bikes and the opportunity to have a chat about their incredible range of MTB, gravel/CX and road bikes and what sets them apart from other bikes on the market. • Thule - will have a huge display of their bike carriers and accessories. • Bikecorp with displays from Michelin Tyres, Bryton bike computers and Super-B tools and accessories. • 32gi - will have a range of hydration and nutrition products to try and buy. • Krush bike wash • No Limit Cycle Repairs (Griffyn Branagh) will be set up to provide any last minute bike mechanical work you need • + a range of other sponsors.

32gi Hydration Station

There will be a 32gi Hydration Station located right in the feed zone on the Forrest Football Ground with free Endure sports drink for you to mix up in your bottle / drink system - or fill up with water only from the taps right next door.

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Music and MCs

We will have some live music playing on the stage on Saturday between 12:00pm and 3:00pm. Combine that with MC commentary by Norm Douglas and Adam Kelsall and there is plenty to listen to at the event hub on the footy ground.

Food stalls: 10:00am – 5:00pm

There will be a wide range of stalls selling food and drinks to riders and the public.

Event bar thanks to the Forrest Brewery

The award winning local business - The Forrest Brewing Company - will be operating a thriving event bar right next to the finish line in the Football Ground and we encourage everyone to celebrate with one of their beers at the end of your ride. IN FACT.... all riders will receive a ticket for a free Forrest Brewery beer when you finish your race! Simply take your ticket to the bar to receive your pony sized beer (thanks to our friends at Topbike Tours - Emma Colson and David Olle)

Kids entertainment and activities: 10:00am – 4:00pm Sat.

Kids will have plenty of things to keep them busy whilst mum or dad are out riding and a massive jumping castle to use up all that boundless energy.

First Aid point

The Forrest Football Ground will be the central First Aid point for the event with an on site medical centre and Ambulance Victoria and trained paramedics available to help you if you’ve come unstuck. Please respect that they must give priority to the more serious cases over simple cuts and grazes.

Post race celebrations - in Forrest

We wholeheartedly encourage riders to stay Friday and / or Saturday night in Forrest and celebrate your achievements: • • •

Forrest Brewery and Cafe - AFTER PARTY LOCATION! - With live music from 5:00pm locally brewed beers and tasty food this is always a riders favourite. Wonky Donkey - Drop into the pub for some great pub meals, beers and a celebratory post race atmosphere. Forrest Country Guest House - The Guest House serves a range of excellent meals, beers on tap and great accommodation with a welcoming smile.

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COMPETITOR SERVICES

Clothing valet

We will look after your clothing whilst you are out racing - just make sure it is in a sealed bag with your name on it then drop it off to the clothing marquee near registration.

Hydration and nutrition drop offs

For 100km, 50km and 30km MTB riders: You can pre-place your own hydration / nutrition alongside the race chute in the football ground ready for you to collect during the race. Hydration / nutrition must be dropped off as follows: • Must be placed in number order according to the numbered signs. • Is limited to a water bottle or two and some food in a small bag only – no deck chairs, eskies or umbrellas! For 100km and 50km riders only: We will transport your pre-prepared race food and drinks to the water point at the 85km point (100km riders) and 21km pt (50km riders) at the top of West Barwon Dam Access Rd (there is water here for all riders as well). Items to be transported must have your race number clearly written on the top, and must be handed in to the race registration marquee during the hours of registration (4:00pm-8:00pm) on Friday night and/or before 7:15am Saturday morning. We will transfer them to the water point and lay them out in consecutive number order next to the race track.

Pit Tents

We openly encourage riders to set up your own track-side ‘pit tents’ on the Forrest Football Ground so your friends, families and mates have somewhere to hang before, during and after your race. Please set them up beside the race track and/or on the far side (northern side) of the feed zone near the footy goals.

Win a FOCUS MTB worth $7,000! SIMPLY BY ENTERING THE OTWAY ODYSSEY YOU COULD WIN A NEW BIKE! We will do a prize draw at the presentations on Sunday afternoon and one lucky rider will win a brand new FOCUS O1E Factory valued at $7,000RRP. All you have to do is be an entrant into any of the Otway Odyssey events MTB, Gravel Grind or kids' events and you could roll away with any a brand new bike! (You don't have to be at the presentations to win the bike).

Check out the full range of Focus bikes at:

www.focus-bikes.com

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EVENT MERCHANDISE Pre-purchase merchandise should be collected from the merchandise marquee during the hours of registration. The following items will be for sale during the event (limited sizes and quantities only).

Event Jersey $120

- MTB Odyssey specific

• Asteria Italian Fabric seriously soft & form fitting with ease • Time Out Italian Fabric Eyelet Mesh as a contrast and further moisture transfer • Skin Gripper for anatomical comfort at the front waist and sleeve • Full Front Zip • 3 Back Pockets with centred rear zip pocket for valuables • Flatlock seams for next to skin comfort • Manufactured by Body Torque as their top of-the-line jersey Sizes: Mens: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL / Ladies: S, M, L, XL

Event T-shirt $25 - MTB Odyssey specific • This is a slim-fit cotton shirt that is a great memento of your 2018 Otway Odyssey experience. • Custom event print on front and back - Otway Odyssey and GOGG combined • Women’s sizes: XS - XXL • Men’s sizes: XS - XXL • Kid’s sizes: 6 - 16

Event Trucker cap $25 - MTB Odyssey specific • One size fits all with adjustable back • Mesh back and printed logo on the front

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EQUIPMENT

Compulsory equipment to carry for the MTB: 100km, 50km, 30km races (not required for GOGG events): • A First Aid kit comprising: 2 x crepe bandages, 2 x nonadhesive wound dressings, 6 x steri-strip wound closures, 1 x triangular bandage and 1 pr of surgical gloves. A limited number of these First Aid Kits will be available for sale at Registration at Forrest on Friday for $15 each. GOGG riders - remember to take some money with you for the coffee cart and cafe's along the way!

RACE RULES AND CUT OFF TIMES The following race rules apply to all competitors in either the 100km, the 50km, the 30km MTB races and the GOGG 97km and 49km races: • Competitors must start and finish the full course on a non-motorised bicycle (e-bikes accepted). • Competitors must ride the complete course as marked and directed, passing through all checkpoints on your course. 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. • MTB races only: Individual competitors must use only one bike frame for the entire ride, although wheel changes are permissible in the designated support area inside the Forrest Festival. • GOGG races only: Individual competitors must use only one bike frame for the entire ride, although wheel changes are permissible in the designated time out zone. • If female competitors in the 100km race wish to be eligible for cash prize money (including the Queen of the Mountain and Timed Descent) they MUST start in the elite womens’ field start at 7:00am. Competitors wishing to race in this category must notify Rapid Ascent at registration. • In order to win either the King or Queen of the Mountain or Timed Descent, a rider must also complete the entire distance of the race entered. • All competitors must carry the listed compulsory equipment for the entire race. • Failure to carry the required First Aid Kit will result in a 20 minute time penalty. • Riders who withdraw at any time after the start must advise a marshal of their withdrawal immediately. • Race numbers must be displayed on the handlebars for mountain bike riders and seat posts for GOGG riders at all times and cannot be modified or cut down in size in any way. • Riders may accept mechanical assistance on the course only by other registered racers, designated race officials and the specified race mechanic as long as it does not result in assisted forward progression. Outside assistance from anyone else may only be provided on the playing surface of the Forrest Football Ground. • One competitor cannot provide assistance in forward progression (pushing / pulling / towing) or food or drinks to another competitor in another category except in emergency circumstances. • For the 100km MTB race and GOGG 97km race, cut-off times at two key points will be strictly enforced as listed below. • Australian Road Rules apply at all times on all roads, tracks and trails. • Only registered riders, marshals or officials may ride on the course. • 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. • Failure to abide by these rules may result in a 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 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 or called off after it has started, it is each rider’s responsibility to get themselves back to either the Start or Finish areas as soon as you have been notified of the cancellation.

Cut Off Times

For the Otway Odyssey 100km MTB race, cut-off times at two key points will be strictly enforced as follows: • Riders cannot head into the Yaugher Forrest Single Track after Check Point 2 (the 38km point) after 11:15am. Such riders may skip this section and continue from Check Point 4 (65km point) as unranked competitors. • Riders cannot head into the final loop after Check Point 4 (65km point) after 2:00pm. • Riders cannot head into the West Forrest Trails after the West Barwon Dam water point after 3:30pm. If outside this cut off riders will continue directly through to the finish.

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“I’d heard so many great things about this race, and it surpassed all my expectations...” Carmen (2018 rider)

4 DAYS | 6 STAGES ALICE SPRINGS, NT 22 - 25 AUGUST 2019

theredback.com.au

• Central start & finish lines • Endless KMs of single track • Friendly social atmosphere Lorem ipsum

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HONOUR BOARD

The champions listed below are worth remembering - for they have completed all 100km Otway Odyssey races since it started 12 years ago and are lining up for their 13th race in 2019!!! Thank you and good luck folks - you are Odyssey Gods!

• Jessica Douglas • Lee Floyd

• David Rusden • Dave Scarlett

PREVIOUS WINNERS 100km Otway Odyssey 2007

2013 (new course)

2008

2014

Murray Spink Tory Thomas

Chris Jongewaard Jennifer Smith

2009

Chris Jongewaard Katherine O’Shea

2010

Adrian Jackson Judith Arndt

4:59.51 6:04.30

5:06.15 6:24.39

4:30.46 5:43.18

4:44.43 5:48.59

2011 (shortened course due to wet weather) Chris Jongewaard Peta Mullens

2012

Lachlan Norris Peta Mullens

4:22.06 5:51.53

4:32.52 5:50.42

Chris Jongewaard Renata Bucher

Chris Jongewaard Rebecca Locke

4:19.19 5:13.35

4:27.19 5:23.51

2015 (slight course change to 2014) Chris Jongewaard Jenni King

4:20.39 5:13.33

2016 (same course as 2015) Chris Hamilton Peta Mullens

4:18.20 (Course record) 5:06.14 (Course record)

2017 (same course as 2015) Tasman Nankervis Peta Mullens

4:20.28 5:21.25

2018 (same course as 2015) Ryan Standish Peta Mullens

4:31.28 5:22.00

50km Otway Shorty

Unfortunately we have misplaced the records for earlier victories - please let us know if you won!

2011

Josh Carlson Jo King-Hudson

2012

Jack Haig Terri Rhodes

2013

Chris Hamilton Katie Chancellor

2014

Harrison Ernst April McDonough

2015 2:16:23 2:57:03

David Sagnol Louise Betts

2015 2:15:57 2:41:34

Jack Lamshed Karen Hill

2017 2:17:24 2:51:45

Jack Lamshed Kim Willocks

2018 2:28:58 2:56:09

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Adam Blazevic Maria Plyashechko

2:15:51 2:43:32

2:13:38 (course record) 2:27:41 (course record)

2:15:26 2:56:13

2:19:04 3:00:33

WANT MORE ACTION? Then check out these other Rapid Ascent races taking place all around the country in 2019.

Shimano Bike Buller Festival

Mt Buller, Victoria, 9 - 11 March, 2019 www.ShimanoBikeBuller.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. 30-31 March, 2019. 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, duathlon, plus a kids triathlon, this is the biggest off-road triathlon in Australia held in adventure paradise.

Margaret River Ultra Marathon

Margaret River WA. 4 May, 2019. 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. The inaugural event in 2018 was huge and 2019 will be even bigger.

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 2018.

The Redback

Alice Springs, NT. 22 - 25 August, 20189 www.TheRedback.com.au An awe inspiring mountain bike stage race in the majestic MacDonnell Ranges of Alice Springs. With 6 racing stages over 4 days varying from a 45 second hill sprint to a 45km epic, this is MTB nirvana with plenty of flowing single track, incredible scenery and friendly camaraderie.

Run Larapinta

Alice Springs, NT. 16 - 19 August, 2019 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.

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