The Challenge
EVERESTING ROAM 10K CHALLENGE, THE RULES: Roam more than 10,000m vertical in less than 36 hours, with a minimum of 400km. Sleep is allowed (while the clock is ticking). The approach is all about the joy of plotting something epic.
Day 0 Thursday 20th January 2022
Day 1 Friday 21st January 2022
Day 2 - Alpine Classic ACE Event, Bright
Strava - Useful links on Elevation and Correcting Elevation Data
Contingency Plan
In the event of natural disaster, extreme weather conditions, Covid 19 impact to any cancellation/reschedule of Alpine Classic, we will facilitate a multi-lap Everesting Roam course, at an alternative and suitable location(s) on the same weekend, subject to review closer to the time. Have a think about back up courses / climbs in your local area in case of COVID lockdown. We will go ahead on Jan 21/22nd!!!
- Team BBQ
- Accommodation/services base, Bright Victoria
Day 1 Friday 21st January 2022
- Bright - Mount Buffalo National Park (climb x 4) - Bright
- https://www.strava.com/routes/2863856025770822304
- 210-220kms, ~5100m elevation
- www.alpineclassic.com.au/mount-buffalo-climb/
- Mount Buffalo climb turning points. Bottom: Eurobin Creek Picnic Area (entry to the National Park). Parking & toilet facilities. Top: Dingo Dell. Parking, toilet facilities. Cafe
- The loops will keep our group together at Mt Buffalo National Park which will be easier to manage by our support team. Riders will have flexibility to ride at their own pace/in groups of similar pace, but still cross paths (up and down the climb) to keep it fun and support each other.
- Sunrise: 6.05am; Sunset 8.06pm (14 hours)
- Average weather conditions: http://www.bom.gov.au/climate/averages/tables/cw_083073.shtml
- TDC Support Crew
- Accommodation/services base, Bright Victoria
Day 2 - Alpine Classic ACE Event, Bright
- https://www.alpineclassic.com.au/250km-ace/
- 4am-5am start line open OR 6.20am start (daylight hours)
- Ride at your own pace, on-course support provided by the event.
- Note - The Alpine Classic website makes reference to a distance of 250km and 4200m of climbing (ACE route) but our mapping confirms 5000m.
Strava route of ACE course: https://www.strava.com/routes/2858862284072342112 (250km, 5000m). This will be checked with the Official Everesting Panel to ensure we reach the required elevation to complete our Everesting ROAM. - "Groups at Alpine Classic – Additional 15% Discount for Groups of 4 or more that pay in one transaction OR as part of a ‘Group’, set up in registration". We have set up a Team Group Name 'Tour de Cure' for riders who would like to join us on Day 2 and benefit the 15 % discount. This applies to all route distances offered. www.alpineclassic.com.au/routes/
Strava - Useful links on Elevation and Correcting Elevation Data
- https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/216919447-Elevation-for-Your-Activity
- https://support.strava.com/hc/en-us/articles/115001294564
Contingency Plan
In the event of natural disaster, extreme weather conditions, Covid 19 impact to any cancellation/reschedule of Alpine Classic, we will facilitate a multi-lap Everesting Roam course, at an alternative and suitable location(s) on the same weekend, subject to review closer to the time. Have a think about back up courses / climbs in your local area in case of COVID lockdown. We will go ahead on Jan 21/22nd!!!
Links and websites
Tour de Cure https://www.tourdecure.com.au/impact/where-the-money-goes/tour-de-cure-now-has-48-cancer-breakthroughs/
Alpine Classic https://www.alpineclassic.com.au/
Tour de Cure https://www.tourdecure.com.au/impact/where-the-money-goes/tour-de-cure-now-has-48-cancer-breakthroughs/
Alpine Classic https://www.alpineclassic.com.au/
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