Cape rouleur

rider pack1st – 5th March 2020

Last updated 16 January 2020.

welcome to the hotchillee cape rouleur 2020In this document you will find all the information youneed regarding sign on and final preparation for theCape Rouleur 2020. Please read carefully.

—Arrival and airport transfers Airport transfers for you and your bicycle are available for all accommodation entry packages from Cape Town International Airport (International Arrivals Hall) to Franschhoek on the following dates and times. Saturday 29th February 09:00 or 12:15 Sunday 1st March 09:00 or 12:15 If you are on a domestic flight within SA we can recommend Move My Bicycle who can organise collection and delivery of your bike to/from the event. Their details are:Contact: Philip on +27 (0)83 251 6402Email: info@movemybicycle.co.zaWebsite: www.movemybicycle.co.zaBooking link: http://movemybicycle.co.za/product/cape-rouleur/

If you are entered without an accommodation package and need a transfer to Franschhoek we recommend our Official Transfers Partner, Sport 24 Hrs Taxis and Shuttles Sports 24 +27 (0) 21 447 444424 Hour Whatsap +27 (0) 83 254 1455Central bookings: bookings@sport24hrs.co.za

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Pre Event For those of you who are arriving in Franschhoek on Saturday 29th February we would like to invite you to join us for a short ride to spin out the legs, check your bike building skills are still sharp and to taste some of the stunning local cuisine and fine wines that Franschhoek has to offer. Led by HotChillee Ride Captains, we’ll leave the Protea Hotel (Event HQ) at 15:00 for an hour’s social ride, followed by wine tasting at Leopard’s Leap. Food and drinks included, and if any of the wine takes your fancy, you’ll be able to order for delivery both locally and internationally! Non-riding partners are also welcome and transport will be arranged. Available to book via your registration form.

FranschhoekA small town in South Africa’s Western Cape with centuries-old vineyards and Cape Dutch architecture. The Huguenot Memorial Museum and neighbouring monument honour the area’s French settlers, who arrived in the 17th and 18th centuries.

If you Google ‘‘restaurants in Franschhoek’’ you will be overwhelmed by the choice and quality. For small groups you don’t typically have to book but for groups larger than 4 we recommend you do. Your accommodation hosts will be happy to help you do this or will be able to suggest their own favourites! A good starting point for a list of restaurants is the local tourist board website, click here.

As well as the cuisine Franschhoek has some of the world’s finest wine farms to visit and the local Wine Tram is not to be missed.

For any non riding partners attending there is plenty to do during the day. Lots of local boutiques to explore, horse riding and of course relaxing by the pool. More information can be found on the Franschhoek Tourism website, https://franschhoek.org.za.

HotChillee social rides for non riding partnersIf you are bringing a partner who is not taking part in the event itself but would like to join us for a more gentle and social ride, we have a small group lead by Nouschka and Moira leaving from the Event HQ at 08:30 on Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd March. The rides will explore the local roads around Franschhoek (with coffee stops!). There is no charge for these rides.

If you wish to hire a bike for these, we recommend Franschhoek Cycles www.franschhoekcycles.co.zatel: +27 (0) 21 876 4956or in Cape Town John O’Connor Cycles www.joccycles.co.zatel: +27 (0) 21 434 7741Ebikes are also available from DayTripppers in Cape Town, daytrippers.co.za/bicycle-rental/ tel: +27 (0) 21 511 4766

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Sign On — Sunday 1st March 2020 Sign On opens at 12:00 and closes at 16:30 Event HQ and Sign On at The Protea Hotel 33/34 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek 7690

What you get —

– Ride Cards (showing itinerary and route), these you should carry with you during the ride.

– Rider Number with Timing Chip – Bike Frame Number– Name Frame Stickers x 2– Hub Stickers x 2 with rider number– Luggage Label– Bike Box Label– Cape Rouleur 2020 event t-shirt– Musette/day bag and rider number tag

Whats next? — The Rider Briefing takes place at the Event HQ/Protea Hotel at 16:45 and the Prologue at 17:30. Results and speed groups will then be allocated and text to each rider, they will also be listed on the website.

1. Protea Hotel / Event HQ2. The Ivy3. Le Petit Manoir4. Macaron Boutique Guest House5. Franschhoek Boutique Hotel6. Ballon Rouge7. Chapter House8. Maison Chablis

sign on & start —when and where does sign on take place?Sunday 1st March at the Event HQ at the Protea Hotel,33/34 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek 7690. Sign On isopen from 12:00 noon and closes at 16:30.

when and where does the rider briefing take place?The Rider Briefing will take place on Sunday 1st Marchat 16:45 from the Event HQ at the Protea Hotel, 33/34Huguenot Road, Franschhoek 7690

when and what is the prologue?A Prologue will take place at 17:30 after the Rider Briefing, leaving from the Event HQ and starting a short cycle away near the Huguenot Monument. This will be a short out and back time trial from Franschhoek of about 7.6km over rolling terrain. All riders will be timed and based on your time you will be seeded into one of three groups. Group 1 being the fastest riders and Group 2 second fastest and so on. This will help to ensure that you are riding with fellow riders of commensurate ability. You will be texted your start group for the Prologue, these will also be listed on the website. Prologue results and allocated speed groups will be posted on the HotChillee Cape Rouleur website on Sunday evening. All riders will be texted a link once the page is live so please ensure we have the right phone number for you.

Young rider prologueHotChillee will be inviting young cyclists from across the Western Cape to compete in the Young Rider Prologue on Sunday afternoon as part of our Development Rider Programme in SA. Based on age related performances 6 young riders will be selected to join the HotChillee Development Rider Programme over the next 12 months, with the opportunity to ride HotChillee events in 2020/2021. The Young Rider Prologue briefing will be at the Event HQ at 14:00, followed by a Q&A, with their Prologue starting at 14:45. All Cape Rouleur riders are very welcome to support these potential future stars!

what insurance guidelines do you have?We ask that all riders take out travel insurance andrecommend our Insurance partner ONE Pro Insurance. To get a quote please click here https://www.oneproinsurance.com/hotchillee. Their sports travel protection gives you medical expenses and travel insurance cover for all your overseas cycling trips including full competitive covers for any races you have planned even at professional level, so whether it is just you or the whole family, annual cover or just single trip protection their solutions can be tailored to suit your needs. Insurance or Medical Aid details must be provided in your online registration or supplied at Sign On. In case of a medical emergency non SA riders must carry a credit card with them to ensure treatment if hospitalised. SA riders should carry their Medical Aid card with them.

will my group change?The decision to move riders from one group to another during the event is at the sole discretion of the Ride Captains. If it is found that your ability greatly exceeds your group and you will be moved to a faster group. Of course the reverse is true as well.

where do i store my bike and bike box?If taking advantage of the airport transfer your bike boxes will be delivered to the Event HQ on Saturday 29th February and Sunday 1st March, where you can build your bikes. Empty bike boxes will then be transported back to Cape Town and stored until the end of the event. Bike boxes will be transported to the finish for collection and riders are thereafter responsible for both their bikes and bike boxes. Any ‘Entry Only’ riders who wish their bike boxes to be transported to Cape Town must ensure that their boxes are at the Event HQ no later than 17:00 on Sunday 1st March.

where is the start?The Start for Stage 1, 2 and 3 (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday) will be at the Event HQ at the Protea Hotel, 33/34 Huguenot Road, Franschhoek 7690. On Stage 3 (Wednesday) we finish in Gordon’s Bay at the Krystal Beach Hotel, Breakwater Lane, Harbour Island, Gordon’s Bay 7140 and this is where the Festival Ride (Thursday) starts from.

faq & guidel ines

what time do i need to be there?You are best advised to arrive early to deal with any mechanical issues or last minute “@%*$ I forgot something!”. The start times for Stage 1 are as follows:Group 1 07:45Group 2 08:00Group 3 08:15All riders are required to be at the start venue at least 45 minutes prior to departure. Start times for all Stages will be listed in your Ride Cards.

who manages the ride? The ride is managed by the Commissaire and ultimately the Event Director. Any decision by the Event Director is final.

what is the festival ride?The final day (Thursday) is a fun ride back to Cape Town with rolling road closures. More details on the route, stops on the way and finish will be published soon!

how will my luggage and bike box be repatriated to me in cape town?Any luggage will be transported from Franschhoek via Gordon’s Bay (Wednesday evening) and back to the finish location in Cape Town on Thursday 5th March 2020. Your empty bike box will also be returned to you at the finish venue.

Returning of vehicles or non riding partners to cape town Riders are responsible for getting their own cars back to Cape Town on Thursday 5th March. If you have a non-participating partner with you on the event we will bring them from Franschhoek to Gordon’s Bay on Wednesday and from Gordon’s Bay to Cape Town on Thursday to the finish to greet you.

accommodation and transfers after the cape rouleurIf you require a taxi from the finish venue on Thursday 5th March or any airport transfers please contact our Official Transfers Partner, Sport 24 Hrs Taxis and ShuttlesSports 24 +27 (0) 21 447 444424 Hour Whatsap +27 (0) 83 254 1455Central bookings: bookings@sport24hrs.co.zaIf you need to book accommodation in Cape Town from Thursday 5th March we recommend our friends at the Southern Sun Cullinan Hotel. They are offering a special rate for Cape Rouleur riders to book click here (limited availability).

Where do i collect my Cape Town Cycle Tour number and race pack?If you have a HotChillee seeded entry you may collect your race pack from the Cape Town Stadium, Green Point, Cape Town on:

– Thursday, 5th March: 09:30 – 19:00– Friday, 6th March: 09:00 – 19:00 – Saturday, 7th March: 09:00 – 16:00

When will I get my CTCT Seeding and Start Time?If you have entered the CTCT via the HotChillee link then you will receive your seeding and start time no later than 2 weeks before the race. This is later than the general public so please don’t worry!

what do i wear?Helmets complying with international safety standards are compulsory for the duration of the ride. Closed cycling shoes (no fancy sandals), shorts and jerseys are also recommended for your safety. It is recommended that you take 4 sets of cycling kit and a plastic bag for the

dirty clothes! At this time of the year in Western Cape the daytime temperature is 25-35 Deg Celsius. Bear in mind that the morning can be cooler. Be sure to include a lightweight rain jacket – with global warming younever know! Post riding, (and evening wear) dress is casual.

personal stereos and headsetsThere has been an increasing prevalence of riding with stereo headsets and iPods. For safety reasons they are not permitted whilst riding.

musette serviceIf you require items during the day please use the Musette given to you at Sign On. You will be able to access your musette at the lunch stop and the finish of each day. You are given a coloured rider number tag to attach to your musette. Every care will be taken to ensure that the musettes are safeguarded. However, cyclists are advised not to leave expensive, valuable items in their musettes, as the organisers cannot take responsibility for any losses.

lost propertyWe will have a lost property box located next to the “Information desk”. Please place or retrieve lost property from here. Lost property will be kept for 1 week after the event, and thereafter donated to charity. Any postal or couriered returns will be charged for.

do we have mechanics?Yes we have a full mechanics service for each group. This service is headed up by HotChillee’s lead mechanic Graeme Freestone-King.

...and what happens if i puncture?

Let’s hope that you do not puncture! Please ensure that you are using new tyres and tubes as this greatly reduces the chance of puncture. Let the group know that you have punctured. Let your support van know that you have a puncture. If you have lost the group, the support van will drop you off with the group again. There may of course be a situation with loads of punctures for whatever reason. Thus be sure to carry one tube and CO2 canister at least, so that you can affect the repair yourself. We strongly recommend your bike is fully serviced before the event. Airlines sometimes refuse to carry CO2 canisters, but policies appear to differ between them. Be prepared to have them confiscated

– alternatively you may buy them locally. CO2 canisters– we recommend Franschhoek Cycleswww.franschhoekcycles.co.za+27 (0) 21 876 4956or in Cape Town John O’Connor Cycleswww.joccycles.co.zatel: +27 (0) 21 434 7741

more mechanical advice from graeme…1. Please ensure that you have a spare gear hangerfor your bicycle.2. Whilst we realise that some riders like to ride tubular tyres, if you puncture this will mean that we have to take a service wheel out of circulation until a new tubular can be bonded into place. Since many wheel manufacturers specify liquid adhesives are used, most importantly on carbon fibre rims, this can be up to 24h, especially in hot climates. Accordingly, it’s preferable to avoid the use of tubular tyres if at all possible.3. if you are riding a disk brake bicycle please let us know. You can add this information to your registration form here https://myevents.active.com.

how do i pay for tyres, spare etc?Your first 2 tubes are on us, however after this and for any other mechanic parts we use a “chit” system. All you need to do is sign for the items. We will ask you to settle your chit via credit card on the last day of the event.

where do i keep my sun cream, wallet, and other small items?The support van will have musettes available. These are small bags. You can keep items that you may wish to access during the day in this bag, and it will be kept in the support van. It might be useful to keep a dry top etc. in the musette.

what are the average speeds? There will be a minimum of three groups based on bothability and experience.Group 1: Rolling course average speed 29km/h+ for 120kmGroup 2: Average speed 27-28km/h for a rolling 120kmGroup 3: Average speed 25-26km/h for a rolling 120km(by rolling course we mean tarred roads with hills,not mountains)

event format —The Cape Rouleur is a multi stage endurance road cycling event consisting of flagged race sections with tempo riding between. Riders are seeded based on their times for the prologue, so that they end up riding in seeded groups of commensurate ability. The format allows for ample racing in the flagged sections for Groups 1 and 2 (the men’s competition takes place in Group 1 and the women’s in Group 2). Social tempo riding and interaction between the flagged sections in Group 3 is more focused on completing the endurance nature of the event. The flagged race sections cover sprinting, climbing and over all time (general classification).

flagged sections The key sections are:PrologueThe time trail prologue is to rank you and your fellow riders so that you can be placed in the appropriately seeded group. You are timed over the full course with your time counting towards your GC. Times will also count towards the best team award. The best male and female riders will wear the Cape Cycle Routes Yellow Leaders jerseys. The Young Rider White Leaders jersey is awarded to the best under 23 years male and female riders for each stage, including the Prologue. The pro-logue has riders setting off at ten second intervals and drafting is not permitted. Riders will be allocated a start time with slower rider starting first and the pros last. This allows for a quicker more dynamic and exciting event.

ClimbingRed flags denoting the start and finish of the climb. Points are awarded in Group 1 (men’s race) and Group 2 (women’s race) for the top 5 riders on the climb, with points being higher for more difficult climbs. A blue flag is placed 1km from the top of the climb.SprintsGreen flags at start and finish of the sprint. The flags are generally 1km apart. The peloton will generally speed up as it gets closer to the initial green flag. There is no timing but points are awarded for the first 5 riders to cross the second green flag. Points are awarded equally across all the sprints.General ClassificationYellow flag at start and finish of the GC section. Thereis a blue flag with 1km to go. Riders are timed acrossthe yellow flags with the first rider crossing the firstflag setting off the clock. The times for your Yellow GCsections are added together to provide your overall GCRanking. Your prologue time counts to your GC time.The men contest the Cape Cycle Routes Yellow Leaders Jersey and U23 Cape Cycle Routes White Leaders Jersey in Group 1 and women will contest the Cape Cycle Routes Yellow Leaders Jersey and U23 Cape Cycle Routes White Leaders Jersey in Group 2.

Points detailsSprint points – points are the same for all green sprint sections, namely:1st 102nd 83rd 64th 45th 2

Climbing points are based on the category of climb, namely: Helshoogte (Stage 1)1st 82nd 63rd 44th 35th 2Viljoens Pass (Stage 2)1st 102nd 83rd 64th 45th 2Franchhoek Pass (Stage 3)1st 102nd 83rd 64th 45th 2

Jersey categories and awardsLeaders jerseys are awarded at the beginning of each stage with the overall winner receiving their jersey at the HotChillee Celebration Braai after Stage 3. Only 1 jersey can be won by any one rider, eg if the Yellow Jersey winner is also top of the points board for the Red Climbers jersey or Green Sprinters jersey, the subsequent jerseys will be awarded to the next rider on the points board.Cape Cycle Routes Yellow Mens Leaders Jersey The best amateur GC male based on prologue and yellow flagged section (3x).Cape Cycle Routes Yellow Womens Leaders Jersey The best amateur GC female based on prologue and yellow flagged section (3x).

Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Mens Leaders Jersey The best amateur GC male based on prologue and yellow flagged section (3x). Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Womens Leaders Jersey The best amateur GC female based on prologue and yellow flagged section (3x).Cape Cycle Routes Green Mens Sprinters Jersey The best amateur male sprinter based on total sprint points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes Green Womens Sprinters Jersey The best amateur female sprinter based on total sprint points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Mens Sprinters Jersey The best amateur male sprinter based on total sprint points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Womens Sprinters Jersey The best amateur female sprinter based on total sprint points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes Red Mens Climbers Jersey The best amateur male climber based on total climbing points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes Red Womens Climbers Jersey The best amateur female climber based on total climbing points (3x sections).Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Mens Climbers Jersey The best amateur male climber based on total climbing points (3x sections). Cape Cycle Routes White U23 Womens Climbers Jersey The best amateur female climber based on total climbing points (3x sections).Master Male Best GC time for male in 40-49 years age group. Master Female Best GC time for female 40-49 years age group. Grand Master Best GC time for male in 50-59 years age group.

Grand Master Female Best GC time for female 50-59 years age group.Grand Grand Master Best GC time for male in 60+ years age group.Grand Grand Master Female Best GC time for female 60+ years age group. Best Amateur Team — Best amateur team. Based on best riders aggregate times across all stages.

What about lunch and nutrition on route?Each day we have a lunch stop. Lunch is included andconsists of endurance related foods.

MassagesWe have a team of sports therapists from Xceed in partnership with Dan Grobler Biokinetics. They will be available at the Start, Lunch and Finish of each stage. You can book your treatments on the day. Massages are included as part of your entry.

the routeRoute maps and profiles will be provided for each Stage in the Ride Cards that you receive at Sign On. You can also view these on the website. The route is open to traffic, and you are warned to keep to the left of the road in South Africa, not to cross the centre line at any time and to obey traffic regulations, traffic officers and authorised marshals. You should never over-take or ride in front of your group’s lead car. Please keep your Ride Cards with you for the duration of the ride.

Check list of what is useful to pack- Passport (Visa)- Cell phone (be sure to enable roaming well before you

leave. If you are coming from the USA or Asia, make sure that you have a GSM enabled phone).

- Telephone charger- Travel adaptor- Cash- Credit Card- Small camera- Sun cream- Sun block- Chamois cream- Lip balm- Pain killers- Anti diarrhoea- Anti inflammatory- ProPlus!- Salt tablets- Deep Heat or arnica/warm up and cool down creams- Towel- HRM and strap- Helmet- Sunglasses- Spare tubes- Multi tool- Tyre levers- CO2 inflator- CO2 canisters – if you’re

flying check with your airline- Value extenders- Water bottles- Favourite gels, drink

powders and energy bars- Fresh legs!

peloton tips

—Michelle SharlandThe Head HotChillee Ride Captain for the event is Michelle who rides her 3rd Cape Rouleur and 5th HotChillee event this year.

—be predictableThe most important point in bunch riding is no sudden movements in any direction. These sudden movements, speed increase, braking hard, and slowing down at the back of the group quickly can be dangerous for all the group. Keep it smooth. It’s going to take a while for the group to settle down, so think about this when you set off for each stage and keep a safe distance from your fellow riders. You will more than likely be riding with people in your group who you haven’t ridden with before. So try and think about your own level in the group and others within the group. If you seem to be one of the more experienced riders in the bunch, try and give the less experienced riders a bit of space they may need. Maybe even try and chat with them and boost their confidence a little...

hold your lineRelated to the point above. No swerving across the road; holding a safe position from the edge of the road is important, even when you are cornering as a bunch. A sudden swerve for a pothole could take out a lot of riders behind you. When moving past a fellow rider, take care when in front of them and be sure to look for theirfront wheel, do not overlap and cut them up.Road.

no sudden braking Again related to the point above. Any dramatic change in speed, going faster at the front and then sudden braking at the back, becomes dangerous the further down the group someone is.

announce hazardsSometimes when riding in a group you will come across hazards in the road. Mainly potholes in the road, so keep in mind that the riders close behind you may not be able to see the hazard. This could also be an extreme case such as a dog or horse running out in front of the bunch, or a more regular hazard such as a bottle in the middle of the bunch that a rider has accidentally dropped. Call out “Dog”, “Horse”,“Bottle” etc and if you have dropped a bottle please don’t stop. Plenty of bottles available in the support vehicle or on your return to the hotel.

signalWhen riding in a group you will have to think a little bit more about your fellow riders, simple things like turning right and left, stopping, potholes, glass, train tracks, there are lots of things out there on the roads. Signalling to your fellow riders in your group is essential. The signal, whether it be “hole right”,“hole left”,“stopping” is passed down the line of riders going back through the bunch. The Ride Captains will run through some signals with you.

climbingClimbing is tough for all of us. So getting it right is important for your own energy saving and group safety. When you stand on the pedals to get out of the saddle, your bike will move back slightly (or a lot in some cases).

This can cause riders behind you to swerve away from your rear wheel and maybe crash. Make sure that when you stand out of the saddle you keep the pressure on the pedals and don’t relax too much, this will keep your speed constant.

descendingWhen on the front of the group keep pedalling. This will prevent the riders behind you having to “sit on their brakes” which can be annoying at times. For example, the front riders will keep pedalling and the riders behind will freewheel, saving energy in the process. Keep both hands on the bars, preferably on the drops. Descending on the drops will give you more confidence downhill and the corners will become a lot of fun. NEVER descend on the top of the handlebars.

close the gapsDon’t let gaps open up within the group between you and your fellow riders in front. It is far more efficient for you and the group to keep the spaces filled. Keeping the spaces filled, you will be using up to 30% less energy in the slipstream of other riders. Giving you that extra bit of energy for the harder parts.

talkingIntroduce yourself to your fellow riders before you start the stage and before they do. When you are talking on the bike always look forward – just as you should do when driving in your car. Concentrating out on the road is important, but talking passes the time too.

don't look backMost riders, when they look back, change their line and speed which can cause cause chaos in the group behind you and also you don’t want to see what’s about to happen. If you hear a crash in your group behind you, keep looking forward and slowly come to a stop. We don’t want any unnecessary crashes out there.

punctureWhen this happens, always raise your hand so that the other riders in the group can see what has happened and can avoid you. If it’s a front tyre its best to keep both your hands on the handle bars and let the person next to you signal for you, especially if you are descending. It can be dangerous to take a hand off the handlebars when you puncture in the front so use the back brake. Don’t stop until the bunch has completely passed you. Move to the side of the road. If it is the rear wheel, put your gears into the smallest sprocket, remove your wheel and raise it so that the service vehicle sees you. They will either change the wheel for you or fix the puncture in the vehicle and drop you off ahead of the bunch again. We don’t want you to have any punctures, but this is a real Pro Experience and is just how its done in the Pro peloton.

stoppingIf there is an unscheduled stop, train level crossing for example. Stay in your position in the group and don’t use it as an opportunity to overtake riders that have slowed or stopped in front of you. This can become dangerous if the group is all over the road.

lead carNever pass the lead car unless instructed to do so by the police or marshals. Also do not draft the vehicle – the front 6 riders may enjoy it but the rest of the bunch will not!

ride captainsThey are here to help you all get through this multi stage event and for the smooth running of the event, please take time to listen to all their advice on and off the bike.

comfort breaksIn the pro peloton many riders can manage to take a comfort break whilst on the go. Trying a comfort break whilst on the go isn’t easy, so please don’t try this. The Ride Captains will stop the bunch in the morning and afternoon for a comfort break.

Michelle and all the HotChillee Ride Captains and crew look forward to seeing you soon!