IPSWICH OPEN 2015 Riders Race Briefing                   Cycling has inherent risks, so there is a required Duty of Care on each rider to protect themselves, other riders, officials and the public. It is expected all riders will abide by the “Cycling Australia Code of Conduct” and have obtained knowledge of the Cycling Queensland rules and regulations (Road Racing) Failure to do so may result in a penalty or disqualification. Normal road racing rules apply. Any crossing of double or solid lines will result in a penalty. The road is not closed to traffic, so riders are asked to keep to the left hand side of the road. Traffic Controllers are on all major intersections, to control traffic flow. Even so the rider has the responsibility to have knowledge of the course prior to starting the event. A rider who acts in a manner to be considered dangerous or disrespectful to fellow competitor’s officials or public will be penalised. Each rider must wear CQ approved attire and must wear an approved helmet AS/NZ 2063 at all times while racing. Each rider is responsible for ensuring that their bicycle and equipment complies with CQ regulations for (Road Racing) including efficient brakes and bar end plugs. Non-compliance places the rider liable to damages in the event of a mishap. Rider numbers to be placed on the left pocket (Road Race) One number for ITT lower part of the back. Riders licence will be released on the return of two numbers and the approval of your Race Commissaire. Race distances as per the program unless advised at start line by the Commissaire. A lap board will be provided and a bell will be rung for the last lap. During the race and in the sprint, do not interfere with the progress of another rider. Riders to maintain a line parallel to the shoulder edge of the road surface, otherwise accidents may happen and penalties result. A rider, who receives pace from a moving vehicle or any outside assistance, including food or water outside the designated feed zone, will be disqualified. No assistance or interference between Divisions. If the race is neutralised a red flag will be displayed from the lead vehicle and no rider is to advance their position. The course layout and roll out timing has been organised to avoid one division passing the other. If this is required the slower division will neutralise to permit the faster division to pass. Spare wheels will be transported during the race on a neutral supply basis. No spares in, no spares out. Service shall be given on the left hand side of the road only. Riders must make their own way back to the bunch. Dropped riders are expected to continue without a follow vehicle and may be directed to leave the course in the interests of safety. Feeding the Ipswich open 2015 is not required. o Bottles or rubbish shall not be discarded out on the course. Rubbish shall be retained for the duration of the race until it can be disposed of responsibility. After the finish of the race, riders are to be available to claim places, do not re-cross the finish line. Podium placed riders are required to attend presentations in appropriate clothing. All riders involved in accidents or who are injured are to report to First Aid and to the Chief Commissaire prior to leaving the race venue. The course runs over an open road subject to wear and tear from road traffic and as such unidentified hazards may be present. All riders are expected to be attentive to the road conditions.  (Either) As far as the organisers are aware there are no specific unsafe road conditions none were noticed during a recent inspection of the course.  (Or) There are a couple of problem areas (state location and extent of problem) and request riders to take special care. A protest against an action during a race or the conduct of a race must be made to the chief Commissaire in writing within 15 minutes, as timed by the Chief Commissaire, after the completion of the race, together with the required fee. The protest fee will be refunded if the protest is successful.