Goldfields Cyclassic

1–2 June 2013

Ka l goor l i e -Bo u lde r • Menz ie s • Leonora

Presented by

Australia’s Richest Handicap Cycle Race

Testimonials

John Bowler MLA

Independent for Kalgoorlie

Combining two of the most prominent events on the Goldfields sporting calendar has been a dream of

mine for some time. Like many athletics and cycling supporters in the Goldfields, and indeed Western

Australia, I have been frustrated in having to choose between the Leonora Gift or the Menzies Classic

because of the date clash in the past. Separately, the Gift and Classic have successful and proud histories;

together they will both benefit and grow, as will Goldfields tourism.

This proposal – a wonderful opportunity – therefore receives my full support.

Ron Yuryevich AM RFD

Mayor, City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder

I am pleased to see the growth and amalgamation of two such significant community sporting events. The

joining of the Menzies Cycle Classic with the Leonora Gift, and the addition of the Goldfields Cyclassic

North, with its 105km Golden Wheels stage from Menzies to Leonora, makes this a true stand out event

which will have many positive benefits for tourism in Kalgoorlie-Boulder and the Goldfields.

Greg DwyerPresident, Shire of Menzies

Both the Menzies Community and Shire are very pleased to see the “Menzies Classic” Cycle Race to

once again take its position as the first stage of this years Goldfields Cyclassic. From the first time that the

race headed north in celebration of the 100 year anniversary of Menzies in 1994 Menzies will once again

welcome the cyclists back. The Community has a number of events planned to celebrate the race finishing

in Menzies once again. It is my pleasure to welcome both the riders and supporters.

Jeff CarterPresident, Shire of Leonora

The Shire of Leonora is looking forward to welcoming the Cyclists home following the second stage of the

Goldfields Cyclassic in 2013. The addition of the 105km Golden Wheels stage from Menzies to Leonora

was most competitive and a great addition to the events and festivities to our iconic Golden Gift weekend.

We look forward to greeting the race participants on the finish line in Leonora this June long weekend.

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Dr Ruth MurdieEvent Director, Eastern Goldfields Cycle Club

One of the first things I heard about after I arrived in Kalgoorlie 4 years ago was the Menzies Cycle Race.

I immediately wanted to be part of it and race the event. From organising the event in 2010 and also

managed to ride it, was a great experience. Heading the race north through to Leonora in 2011 could only

have been done with the support of the three Local Governments. The 2013 programme will be bigger

attracting a larger field of riders and supporters. We are sure that this event will appeal to all types of riders

and thank our supporters for their commitments.

Race History

The Menzies to Kalgoorlie race has a magnificent history. The race had its origins in 1928, following a discussion at a race club meeting where there was a concern at the lack of distance races on the Goldfields. Messrs J. Richards, JC Walsh, Chas Egan along with a small committee set about organising a long distance event. Their choice of starting point was the small mining town of Menzies, 81 miles north of Kalgoorlie. Many business men of the Goldfields supported the venture and, on the King’s birthday, June 1928 at 8.00am, the limit men were sent away for the first “Menzies”. Twenty four riders started in this event.

From its inauguration in 1928 until 1932, the race was known as the Menzies-Kalgoorlie Road Race, but two days before the race of that year, Charlie Egan, the well liked and highly respected secretary of the club, tragically died, and all riders in the race that year wore black armbands as a token of respect. It was decided later that the race should, in future, be known as the “Chas Egan Memorial Race”.

From that time on, the race grew in popularity, and its prize list increased until it finally became Western Australia’s richest handicap road race.

Mention of the Menzies Road Classic is not complete without some comment on the road.

During the first five years, the term “road” could hardly apply to the bush track, rough, ripply and sandy, that connected Menzies to Kalgoorlie, and the stretch from Menzies to Comet Vale was a cyclist’s nightmare, being almost axle deep sand.

By the late thirties, the road improved. Although it was still far from perfect, at least by then a cyclist could heave a sigh of relief when he reached bitumen at Broad Arrow, instead of bumping over ripples, skidding into ruts and ploughing through sand for the rest of the journey right into Hannan Street, as the early cyclists did.

The great road rider R. Hudson, the winner in 1928, once took 5 hours and 55 minutes, 45 seconds to cover the 81 miles from Menzies to Kalgoorlie. The current record was set by AJ Giacoppo from the Genesys Wealth Advisers Team in 2011 covering the distance in 2 hours, 26 minutes.

2013 will again see the inclusion of the Community Challenge Relay where riders complete the 132 kilometres between Kalgoorlie-Boulder and Menzies in a four person relay ride. Heading off from Kalgoorlie-Boulder before the race participants and arriving in Menzies to cheer on the winners this event has opened up the day to a wider variety of riders and groups. Individual riders are also able to register for the Community Challenge.

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Cycling has been alive in the Goldfields since the

days of the courier cyclist in the 1890s that carried

messages around the Goldfields before the telegraph

line came to the region. Today, cycling is still alive as a

recreational activity, and the competitive spirit is alive

and well.

The 2013 Goldfields Cyclassic will continue as a

two stage handicap race across the Goldfields from

Kalgoorlie-Boulder to Menzies and on to Leonora.

Riders will be racing across some of the richest

and historic landscapes of the Western Australian

Goldfields. It’s appropriate that this race also boasts as

being “Australia’s Richest Handicap Cycle Race”.

Held over two days, each component of the event will

be run as an individual race stage. Each rider will be

assigned a finish time as the time after the lead rider

crosses the line and the time the rider crosses the

line for each race. The times for each race are added

together to give a total time behind the race leader to

determine the winner of the Cyclassic position.

Both men and ladies will race in the appropriate

handicap grade and are eligible for the main line

honours in each race. Ladies will also be racing for

designated ladies prizes.

Juniors wishing to race will be able complete distance

in accordance with race rules in a relay. U17 will be

able to complete a 2 person relay with stages of

approximately 65km each for the Menzies Classic

and 51km each for the Leonora Golden Wheels. The

U15 race will be a 4 person relay dividing the distance

into 35km for the Menzies Classic and 25km for the

Leonora Golden Wheels. Teams can be girls or boys.

For the Weekend Enthusiasts who do not wish to

race, but wish to be included in this exciting event may

enter the Community Challenge Relay and enjoy the

achievement of completing the course.

To make the logistics for the rider very simple, we

are offering a package weekend which will include

flights from Perth and return, two races, overnight

accommodation with race dinner and awards night,

entertainment in Menzies on Saturday and transport

as necessary. Do check out the timetable of events for

more details and consider registering early to secure

your package deal.


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2013 Menzies Classic

The 85th Menzies Classic, The Chas Egan Memorial Race

The Menzies Classic will still stand in its own right as the “The Richest Handicap Race in Australia” and although we break in tradition in some respects, the classic nature of this race will be retained. The 2013 race will start in Kalgoorlie-Boulder - home of KCGM’s Superpit gold mine - and race north along the Goldfields Highway, through the eucalypt woodlands to Menzies, undulating over 132km. Four sprint sections await the opportunistic rider to try and grab some cash on the way. The race finishes down the main street of Menzies.

The race, being a handicap event, means all riders are placed behind the first rider over the line, regardless of which grade they set out in. Hence riders from all grades have the opportunity to gain line honours.

Prior to 2011, only once before – for the Menzies Centennial in 1994 – did the race go in this direction. The current record holder for this direction following the 2011 event is AJ Giacoppo form the Genesys Wealth Advisors team, in the time of 2 hours 26 minutes. A quick time but a title that local rider and previous record holder Paul Miller is keen to take back in 2013.

Menzies Cycle Carnival

A chance to meet and mingle with our guest professional riders. If any riders have the legs left in them, there will be a sprint competition in the Menzies main street. Sign up on the day. Riders will be competing against similarly graded riders. This, along with the Shire of Menzies Carnival, will provide some great entertainment for cyclists and supporters alike.

Download an info sheet from www.cyclassic.com.au

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Kalgoorlie MenziesGidji Roaster 18 Mt. Pleasant 36 Daveyhurst 73 Comet Vale 103

Elevation Profile



2013 Leonora Golden WheelsDownload an info sheet from www.cyclassic.com.au

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Menzies Leonora

Elevation Profile

Kookynie Gibralter Rock

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Leonora Golden Wheels

For riders continuing on the second stage of the Cyclassic, a loud reception awaits them in Leonora where the celebrations around the Leonora Golden Gift take place. The main street will be packed with supporters welcoming the riders to the finish line.

Riders will start on Sunday morning in Menzies. They will continue north along the Goldfields Highway. It will be a fast race; after heading down the hill out of Menzies, the road can be seen heading out cross the flat plains to Leonora.

This race again will be run as a stand-alone handicap race with four sprint sections set along the route. The race will enter the town of Leonora where riders will complete two laps of a very tight street circuit before hitting the finishing line, amidst the festivities and the crowds of the Golden Gift festival along the main street.


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Prizes

Prizes and grades

Menzies Classic and Leonora Golden Wheels

The Menzies Classic and Leonora Golden Wheels will

each have their own line honours and handicap grade

prizes offering a total of $20,000 prize money each

race. Handicap grades and prizes will be distributed as

follows:

Line honours and grade prizes

Line Honours 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th

Women’s line Honours 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Fastest time

New record (Menzies & Leonora stages)

A grade 1st, 2nd, 3rd

B grade 1st, 2nd, 3rd

C grade 1st, 2nd, 3rd

D grade 1st, 2nd, 3rd

E grade 1st to 10th place

U15 boys, girls, 1st, 2nd, 3rd

U17 boys, girls, 1st, 2nd, 3rd

EGCC Club Member, men and women 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Sprint prizes

Menzies Classic

Gidgi Roaster (each grade)

Paddington

Davyhurst

Comet Vale

Leonora Golden Wheels

Kookynie

Gibraltar Rock

Lake Raeside

Goldfields Cyclassic

Distinctive trophies will be awarded for the following:

Line Honours 1st, 2nd, 3rd

Women’s line Honours 1st, 2nd, 3rd

1st in each grade A, B, C, D, juniors

1st EGCC Club Member, men and women.

Community Challenge

Community Challenge riders will receive a certificate

with their finishing times.



Community Challenge Relay

Have you ever wanted to ride the Menzies Race butfelt that the 132km was a bit far for the old clunker?

Does 35km seem a bit more reasonable?

Do you have 3 like-minded colleagues?

If so, why not join together and participate in the

Be Active Cycle Instead Community Challenge Relay?

The 132km is broken up into 4 approximately equal sections. The first rider completes the section out of Kalgoorlie to Mt. Pleasant, hands on the tag to a colleague who then pedals off to Davyhurst. Here number 3 team member is waiting. Number 3 takes the tag onwards to Comet Vale where the final team member will then take the tag over the finishing line in Menzies.

Each team will need a vehicle to carry all riders and equipment. Each team is responsible for placing its own rider at each handover point.

Get trainingCheck out the BoB (Bums on Bikes) training course, session times and locations as well as tips for going the distance.

RegisterYou will need to register your team and members so come up with a great team name and even dress up for the day.

Download an info sheet from www.cyclassic.com.au

Kalgoorlie

Gidji Roaster 18

Mt. Pleasant 36

Daveyhurst 73

Comet Vale 103

Menzies

Thanks to our supporters: Cycling Australia, The Department ofSport and Recreation, and The Kalgoorlie Miner.


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Sponsorship

It takes a lot to get these events organised and a lot of input from local communities and businesses alike. In setting the budget for this year’s event we were excited by the varying degrees of riders that are attracted to the events. From Pro-riders who live and work on their bikes to the weekend enthusiast, the Lycra clad cafe riders and everyone in between. We are estimating that we will attract around 300 riders plus supporters and volunteers for the June long weekend. It is a great opportunity to promote or just support your community. We have outlined a few ways in which you can assist in getting this event on the road.

Financial Sponsorship

With a significantly increased event budget this year, including a doubling of the original prize pool to $40,000. This years Goldfields Cyclassic and The Community Challenge has raised the bar significantly both locally and nationally. The Eastern Goldfields Cycle Club invite interested businesses, individuals and groups to be a part of the event by financially supporting by sponsoring a part of the two day Goldfields Cyclassic and/or the Community Challenge.

Historically, the 84 year run “Menzies Classic” has always been regarded as the “Richest Handicap Road Race in Australia”. The extended programme heading north to Menzies and Leonora retains our reputation and offers some great opportunities to our Local Government partners, sponsors and supporters to

promote and show case their businesses with an event that truly engages with the community.

Naming rights sponsorship for both of the stages is a very limited opportunity. There are also a number of tailored packages of benefits available for sponsorship. We look forward to discussing your own business objectives and desired outcomes in supporting the events.

In Kind Sponsorship

Equally important as the financial support required for the events is the sponsorship provided by way of the supply of goods and services. The organising committee has identified areas of assistance for consideration. Recognition of services provided can be tailored to best suit the level of exposure desired.

Download a Sponsorship Info sheet for further details of what’s on offer.



Event Sponsorship and SupportDownload an info sheet from www.cyclassic.com.au

Opportunities for Commercial Partners, Sponsors and Supporters

The Eastern Goldfields Cycle Club (EGCC) is able to

offer commercial partners, sponsors and supporters a

number of opportunities to leverage and promote their

company and their brands through marketing activities

proven to have a major impact on the demographic

associated with the Goldfields Cyclassic Event.

EGCC provides a perfect vehicle through which to

promote your company and enhance your profile in

the sport and local community as a whole. We believe

a commercial partnership with EGCC will achieve the

three following objectives:

Enhance brand advocacy amongst the target market •

and communities.

Generate commercial interest through participants •

and the wider community.

Further cement brand presence and availability.•

With a range of benefits available to our partners,

EGCC endeavours to work so as to develop a tailored

package of benefits. The opportunities outlined in the

Sponsorship Information Sheets represent a range

of benefits that could be included in the negotiated

partnership agreement.

Goldfields Cyclassic

Event Naming Rights:

Main Sponsor: The Goldfields Cyclassic

Stage Sponsors: The Menzies Classic (Stage One, 132km)

The Leonora Golden Wheels (Stage Two, 105km)

Spring Event Sponsors:

Stage 1: Gidgi Roaster Mt Pleasant Davyhurst Comet ValeStage 2: Kookynie Gibraltar Rocks Lake Raeside

Event Partners:Partners: City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Shire of Menzies, Shire of Leonora, Cycling WA.

Community Challenge

Event Naming Rights:Main Sponsor: The 2013 Community Challenge RelaySponsors: Department of Sport and Recreation, Kalgoorlie Miner.

Event Partners:Partners: City of Kalgoorlie-Boulder, Shire of Menzies, Cycling WA.


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