Para-cycling Track Competition (C1/P1) Event Bulletin · Cardiff, South Wales 190 miles 300 Km Manchester City Centre 2.5 miles 4 Km National Rail Enquiries +44 (0)8457 48 49 50 Manchester

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Para-cycling Track Competition – (C1/P1) – Event Bulletin Manchester & the Velodrome In the years since it was built, the HSBC UK National Cycling Centre has become both literally and metaphorically the home of British Cycling with some historic moments in the sport taking place within the walls. In recent years it has undergone a period of rapid development. Investment from the City of Manchester has seen the addition of purpose build indoor BMX facility and recently a Mountain Bike course on the neighbouring Clayton Vale to bring many more opportunities to both professional and community cyclists alike.

First Language: English

Power Supply: 230V – 3 pin British standard plug sockets

Time Zone: GMT

Currency: GBP British Pound Sterling

Tap Water: Drinkable Expected Climatic conditions at the race dates Average temperatures:

Min: 0◦c Max: 10◦c The climate in the northwest of England at this time of the year is mixed with rain showers likely and cold air temperatures. For more information regarding Manchester, visit www.visitmanchester.com

Website Website for the Manchester Track Para-cycling International is here: www.paracyclinginternational.co.uk

Manchester Velodrome HSBC National Cycling Centre Stuart Street Manchester M11 4DQ http://www.nationalcyclingcentre.com/ Telephone: +44 (0)161 223 2244 The 250m velodrome is home to British Cycling and plays host to national and international competitions, including use by British Cycling for National Squad coaching sessions.

Manchester Track Para-Cycling International

24th – 26th November 2017

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Track Characteristics Length: 250 metres Width: 7 Metres Surface: Siberian Pine Track Incline: 42 degrees Blue Line Incline: 13 degrees Length of Straight: 40 metres Length of Corner: 85 metres Classes Racing will include the following classifications:

Class KILO 500M Ind. Pursuit Sprint Scratch

B Tandem M + F N/a M + F M + F N/a

C1 Cycles M F M + F N/a M + F

C2 Cycles M F M + F N/a M + F

C3 Cycles M F M + F N/a M + F

C4 Cycles M F M + F N/a M + F

C5 Cycles M F M + F N/a M + F

M = Male (Hommes / Hombres) F = Female (Femmes / Mujeres) Extra Information Men/Women C1-3 Kilo/500 will be run as a combined and factored competition Men/Women C4-5 Kilo/500 will be run as a combined and factored competition Men C1 – 3 and men’s C4 -5 Scratch races will be run over 15km (60 Laps) Women C1 – 5 Scratch race will be run over 10km (40 Laps) We will also run a Women’s Class B Sprint Competition. Schedule Friday Evening (estimated start 19:00)

Mens and Womens Tandem Kilo

Mens C1-3 Kilo TT

Mens C4-5 Kilo TT Saturday AM (estimated start 13:00)

C1-5 Mens Pursuit Qualification

Men’s and Women’s Tandem Pursuit Qualification Saturday PM (estimated start 19:00)

C1-5 Mens Pursuit Finals

Tandem Pursuit Finals

C1-5 Womens 500m TT

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Sunday AM (estimated start 09:00)

Mens and Womens Tandem Sprint Qualification

Womens C1-5 Pursuit Qualification

Tandem Sprint ¼ Finals

Team Sprint - Qualifications & Finals Sunday PM (estimated finish 19:15)

Tandem Sprint ½ Finals

Womens C1-5 Pursuit Finals

Tandem Sprint Finals

Mens C1-3 & C4-5 15Km Scratch Race Womens C1-5 10Km Scratch Race

Please note times are subject to change dependant on entries. Please ensure you check official communiqués.

Training – Friday 24th November One training session is planned prior to the commencement of competition on Friday 24th November from 10:00 – 14:00. Track time may be split into 2 sessions and allocated by the Competition Manager. All teams will be informed of their allocated session after entries have closed. **Please note: The track is not available between 08:00 - 10:00 and 14:00 – 17:00 whilst the Great Britain National team have planned coached sessions on Friday 24th November. The HSBC UK National Cycling Centre may be able to accommodate teams who wish to train on the track up until Friday 24th November. The availability will depend on normal public bookings. Enquiries should be made direct to the velodrome on +44 (0)161 223 2244 or Email: [email protected] Please note that full payment of all booked sessions will be taken in advance upon booking. Warm Up The track will be available for 60 minutes prior to each competition session for rider warm up. These warm up periods are for riders who are competing in the following competition session only. Classification All athletes should indicate their classification status with their online entry. An International classification panel will be available at this event to carry out new, review or confirmed classifications. (Please note; International Classification is subject to classifiers available and sufficient athletes requiring classification).

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There will be no Classification assessments for ‘B’ Sport Class riders. Participation will be through the approval of each rider’s own Federation. If you do not have a UCI classification or have a UCI Review status dated 2016 or before you need to complete a UCI medical diagnostic form. This needs to be completed by all ‘C’ Sport Class entrants who have review classification status awarded prior to the 2017 season and all others who have no UCI Classification. This form needs to be sent directly to [email protected] by 15th October. The form is available to download from the UCI website and is also available on the same page as the online entry page here. Online Entry and Entry Fee The Entry Fee is £43 per rider payable on entry through the online system. Entry for all athletes from all nations is through British Cycling’s online entry system here You do not need to be a British Cycling member to enter. Follow the link below to the entry page and click enter the red ENTER in the top right of the page. A login box will appear, if you are not a British Cycling Member click ‘register here’ and it will take you through the process. Enter online here: https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/164958/2017-Manchester-Paracycling-International Confirmation of Starters & Accreditation

From 18:00 Thursday evening (24th November) in the event office (Harris Suite) at the Velodrome and then during the hours of opening noted below.

**Riders must confirm their attendance and collect their numbers and accreditation at least 2 hours prior to their first competition.

Team Managers & Rider Helpers

Each rider is allowed 1 (one) helper in the track centre rider areas. This helper must be accredited at the same time as the rider.

Youth Omnium Event In support of developing young Para-cycling talent we are hosting a short 3 round Omnium type race for U16’s on Saturday. This is not a UCI points qualifying event but will give exposure to high level competition to some young aspiring athletes. Entry is open to all Under 16 Para athletes but spaces are limited. For more information on this and how to enter please contact [email protected]

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Getting to Manchester

Manchester Velodrome is served well by motorway, rail and air links. Just 30 minutes by car from Manchester International Airport and 15 minutes by car from Piccadilly train station. The Metrolink tram system runs to the Velodrome, the stop is called ‘Velopark’ and runs direct to the city centre (Piccadilly Station) in under 10 minutes. A tram also runs directly from the airport with just one change needed. The velodrome has good parking availability for those travelling by road.

Velodrome

Manchester Int’l Airport

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London 220 miles 350 Km

Birmingham 90 miles 144 Km

Liverpool 37 miles 60 Km

Cardiff, South Wales 190 miles 300 Km

Manchester City Centre 2.5 miles 4 Km

National Rail Enquiries +44 (0)8457 48 49 50

Manchester Airport +44 (0) 8712 710711

National Express (Coaches) +44 (0)8717 818178

Car and Van Hire Car and Van hire are available at Manchester airport as above. Visit the website www.manchesterairport.co.uk for more information. It is wise to book in advance to ensure the best deal and ensure availability.

Accommodation There is a wide range of accommodation in Manchester The cost of accommodation is to be borne by riders and teams. Official Hotel

Holiday Inn Manchester Central Park Distance to Velodrome 1.7 miles (2.7 Km) 888 Oldham Road, Newton Heath Manchester M40 2BS Telephone: +44 (0) 161 277 6910 Email: [email protected] The Holiday Inn is the closest large hotel to the Velodrome. This hotel will be used as the Organisations official residence during the event.

Other hotels:

Holiday Inn Express Debdale Park Distance to Velodrome 3.3 miles (5.3 Km) Hyde Road, Manchester M18 7LI Tel: +44 (0) 878 902 1547

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Email: [email protected]

Park Inn Hotel Distance to Velodrome 3.5 miles (5.6 Km) Cheetham Hill Road Manchester Tel: +44 (0)161 832 6565 http://www.parkinn.co.uk/

Other Options Luxurious Self Catering Accommodation is available in the local area at Short Lets Manchester Tel: +44 (0)7831 349978 Email: www.shortletsmanchester.co.uk [email protected] Transportation Transportation for riders and teams is not provided by the Organiser. Car and Van hire are available at the airport above. Visit the websites for more information. It is wise to book in advance to ensure the best deal and availability.

Event Office - Accreditation Centre – Rider Confirmations Opening Hours Thursday 23rd November 09:00 - 20:00 (rider confirmations after 18:00) Friday 24th November 09:00 - 20:00 Saturday 25th November 10:00 - 20:00 Sunday 26th November 08:00 - 18:00 Accreditation will be available at the event office upon arrival for the first time as per entry lists only Each athlete is entitled to one additional accredited helper track centre. No access is available to accredited areas from Friday 24th November without accreditation. Bike storage The Velodrome track centre will be secured with security personnel from Friday (24th) morning, no other storage is available at the venue. Team pens will be made with barriers and if you wish to store equipment in this area we recommend you bring locks with you as the area will still be accessible to accredited personnel. Doping Control The doping control room is located in the Velodrome not far from the entrance to the track and will be clearly signposted from track centre.

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Spectators This event is open access for all spectators to come and watch the racing. There will be no tickets on sale. Food and Drink The HSBC UK National Cycling Centre Café is open for most of the event period, located on the ground floor at the front entrance to the centre. ASDA superstore is also close by with the nearest cash machine (ATM) and currency bureau. Visas Each Federation / Team / Athlete is responsible for obtaining the necessary documentation to gain entry into the United Kingdom. Please see the UK Border Agency website for information and to apply on-line http://www.ukvisas.gov.uk/en/ For visa invitations please apply to: Paul West, British Cycling, HSBC UK National Cycling Centre, Stuart Street, Manchester, M11 4DQ Email: [email protected] Tel: +44 161 274 2021 Contact details of the organiser Name: Martin Bridgwood Contact Number: +44 (0) 7710 574232 Contact E-mail: [email protected] Contact details of the National Federation British Cycling HSBC UK National Cycling Centre, Stuart Street, Manchester, M11 4DQ Phone: +44 161 274 2000 Fax: +44 161 274 2001 Email: [email protected] Web: www.britishcycling.org.uk

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Event Supporters This event is possible due to the support from British Cycling and UK Sport. Both organisations share a commitment to the development of disability Sport and cycling and are proud to be hosting this international para-cycling track meeting. Finally, a special mention to all the volunteers who are giving their time and effort to make this event a success. Thank you.

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