What to do when you get there
Saturday 9 March 2024
The Peaks Challenge Falls Creek event village at Slalom Plaza will be open from 11:00am until 7:00pm on Saturday for bike check, registrations, pack collection and valet drop-off. Here’s a quick snapshot of what you’ll need to get done in preparation for Sunday. Compulsory bike checks will quickly inspect your tyres, brakes and lights. We’ll also check that you have spare tubes, a pump or cannisters and two bidons. This is where you can choose a timing sticker dependent on your desired finishing time. Once your bike is checked you can register and collect your rider pack, which includes valet bags and rider number with built-in timing chip to attach to the seat post of your bike. You will need to show an email from RegisterNow with your registration barcode. You should now carefully pack and drop off your valet bags with things you might want to access during the ride, or send home to the finish line. Learn more about the valet service here. This year’s rider briefing will be conducted on site at 5:30pm in the event village. It will be compulsory to attend this event. The briefing includes important info about conditions, start procedures and safety protocols. Bicycle Network Members are invited to join us at the Frying Pan Inn for an exclusive Q&A session with Team Honan Bicycle Network. Choose your session, enjoy a free drink, ask any burning questions and get last minute tips for your big day in the saddle. Not a member yet? Make sure you don’t miss out – join now at bicyclenetwork.com.au/membership. Join our women’s only ride briefing hosted by Team Honan Bicycle Network and our women’s community. They’ll talk you through the highs and lows of tackling the beast that is Peaks Challenge and answer any burning questions you may have before the ride. 4:00pm – 4:30pm, Saturday 12 March Frying Pan Inn, Falls Creek Please register attendance for the Women’s Community briefing below. We encourage our amazing women’s community to come together and meet in an inclusive, friendly and supportive environment to discuss all things Peaks! You can also join our Women’s Community Facebook Group to connect with other riders. Bicycle Network operates a valet service on the event, which provides you with three bags you can pack with additional food and clothing items to access throughout the ride. The bags will be transported ahead of you and will be waiting for you at the designated valet collection points of Harrietville, Dinner Plain and Anglers Rest. It’s important to plan ahead and use your valet bags wisely, keeping in mind all possible weather conditions you may face. We advise riders not to leave anything expensive or valuable in their bags, as Bicycle Network cannot take responsibility for any losses. We also ask for safety reasons that you do not place any glass in the bags. You will receive four valet bags with your rider’s kit when you register at the Slalom Plaza event village. 2 x valet bags for food (bound for Harrietville and Anglers Rest) 1 x valet bag for food/clothing (for Dinner Plain) 1 x return valet bag (to be placed inside Dinner Plain valet bag) In your rider pack you will also receive stickers to label each bag with your name, rider number and the destination of the bag. Make sure you identify each bag correctly, packing your food items in the two food valet bags to be collected at Harrietville and Anglers Rest. Then pack a change of clothes and any other items in the Dinner Plain valet bag, making sure you also pack the empty ‘return valet bag’ inside this bag for your used clothes that will be returning to Falls Creek. Once packed, you can drop off your bags at the event village on Saturday before 7:00pm. If your accommodation is not at Falls Creek, make sure you bring everything to pack in your valet bags to the village on the Saturday. You will not be able to drop off valet bags on Sunday. Harrietville & Anglers Rest – At these two rest stops, the appropriate food valet bag will be ready for your collection upon arrival, and the bag will be disposed of after you have collected your food. Dinner Plain – At Dinner Plain your valet bag with fresh clothing will be ready for collection upon arrival. You will also have your empty ‘return valet bag’ inside, which you can fill with any unwanted or used clothing, and leave at the valet drop-off point to be returned to the event village. Once you’ve crossed the finish line, your return valet bag will be available for collection from the valet pick-up point at the Event Village. Sunday 10 March 2024 Stay up-to-date with your family and friends' progress as they tackle Peaks Challenge with our live event timing feed.
Sunday 10 March 2024
The day has arrived – you’ll get to put all that training to the test as you tackle the legend that is Peaks Challenge Falls Creek. There are just a few final things to remember on your way to the start line. Make sure everything is ready for the ride. Have the right clothing, fill your bidons, pack your jersey pockets and have your lights charged. For a smooth start, all riders should note their specific wave times and start line procedures. Take note of the wave flags in the starting line chute. Once you’ve left the village, it’s all down to the ride! Remember to stay alert, stay safe, look after each other and most importantly, have fun! Ride to your ability and remember to keep an eye on the time to make sure you can reach each rest stop before the cut-off times. *Remember, your 13 hour time limit does not start until you roll under the start gantry and through the first timing point, so you can take your time and be patient when lining up in the starting chute. A drop for charity The early morning descent from Falls Creek to Mount Beauty can be chilly, but you also don’t want to have to carry bulky clothing all day. We have set-up a clothing drop zone in Mount Beauty run by the local Uniting Church op shop. You will be able to wear a jacket or piece of clothing during the start of the ride then leave it at the drop zone. Clothing will be donated to local op shops. Please make sure you are happy to depart with your extra clothing, but also that it is of an acceptable quality for someone else to buy from an op shop. We don’t want to leave dirty and unsuitable clothing with the op shop. Note, For yours and staff safety, please ensure you disrobe inside the designated area which is located OFF THE ROAD and inside the shoulder in Mount Beauty Peaks Challenge may be the ultimate test of a cyclist but there is nothing more rewarding than watching the next generation take on the mountain! Junior Peaks is hosted by Falls Creek once the main event has kicked off, with a lead and end rider to support and encourage the kids to achieve their personal best. It is recommended children under 8 years should be accompanied by a support person. Sign up at the Falls Creek marquee on Sunday. There are plenty of other activities on offer at Falls Creek during the weekend, from cafes and bars to relax in to exploring the natural beauty. Head to the Falls Creek marquee in the event village to find out more. Peaks Challenge early bird tickets now open! It's time to take on the legend.
Registration and preparation
1. Bike check
2. Registration
3. Valet service
4. Rider briefing
Bicycle Network members Q&A
Q&A sessions – Saturday 9 March
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Women’s community briefing
When?
Where?
Ride with like-minded women
Valet service
STEP 1 - Receiving your valet bags
STEP 2 - Filling and labeling your valet bags
STEP 3 - Accessing your valet bags during the ride
STEP 4 - Collecting your valet bag post ride
Live event timing
Ride day
1. Final prep
2. Join the wave
3. Ride safe*
4. Stick to time*
Mt Beauty Clothing drop zone
What’s on?
Junior Peaks Challenge
What’s on at Falls Creek
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