• Do you only accept online entries?
  • Riders can also register by printing off the hardcopy registration form and faxing the completed form to (03) 9696 4655.
• When do registrations close?
  • Registrations are open now and riders will be able to register up until the commencement of the event, however it is recommended that registration is completed as soon as possible due to numbers being capped.
• What is your withdrawal and refund policy?
  • For information on the Cape to Cape MTB withdrawal and refund policy, please read the Ride Terms and Conditions.
• Can riders of all levels participate?
  • Cape to Cape MTB welcomes riders of all abilities. In past years we have had riders of all levels of skill and fitness enter and successfully complete the event. Our motto is ‘it’s a ride, not a race’. While there are elite riders participating each year, we have also experienced entrants who are new to the sport of MTB.
• Are there age restrictions on the event?
  • Riders must be 15 years or older on the day of the event. Riders under the age of 18 must submit a registration waiver form with their application and must be accompanied on the ride by a nominated adult. Support crew under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
• I am disabled. May I participate?
  • All reasonable efforts will be made to facilitate the access and inclusion of any persons with disabilities. Please contact us directly if you have related enquiries.
• What is the approximate distance of each stage?
  • Stage 1 – Thursday 25 October, 2012
  • Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse to Hamelin Bay (Approx 40km)
  • Stage 2  – Friday 26 October, 2012
  • Hamelin Bay to Prevelly / Margaret River (Approx 60km)
  • Stage 3 – Saturday 27 October, 2012
  • Margaret River Special Stage (Approx 50km)
  • Stage 4 – Sunday 28 October, 2012
  • Margaret River to Dunsborough (Approx 60km)
• Is the ride timed?
  • Yes, the ride is timed. Rider times will be made available upon completion of each stage and will be uploaded to the Cape to Cape MTB website shortly thereafter. Please be patient with our timers and do not approach them at the finish line until everyone has completed the day’s stage.
• Are there sand sections in the course that cannot be ridden through?
  • The longest sand section is along Deepdene Beach in Stage One. It is a challenge to ride along the low tide mark, keep momentum and avoid the waves. Some have ridden this section easily in the past, while others have struggled.  Entering and exiting the beach is over sand dunes and requires riders to dismount and walk their bikes.Throughout the rest of the course there are some small sandy patches, but little that require the rider to walk.
• What approximate percentage of this race will be single trail/technical riding verses open riding (fire trail, road, beach)?
  • Over the whole event it is probably a 20/80 split between technical and open riding. As the course is over 200km from start to finish, a lot of fire trail and back roads are used to link the whole alignment together.
  • Stage Three features a lot more technical riding than any other day (approximately a 40/60 split) whilst Stage One features only a small amount of single trail through the Augusta Forest (maybe a 10/90 split). Stage Two has a nice blend of both with some spectacular technical riding through Boranup Forest whilst Stage Four has a lot of fast open riding over back roads and farm trails but then finishes with a technical section of trails around Dunsborough.
• How many litres of water would you recommend we carry?
  • There will be water stations at the half way point but do not rely on them. Riders will need to run a 2 or 3L hydration pack, like a Camelbak, for water. We also suggest riders carry a bottle of electrolyte. Depending on your speed riders will be out there for 3-5 hours each day and some years it has been over 30 degrees Celsius. It is each riders responsibility to carry enough water and nutrition.
• What was the approximate temperature on each of the four days of the race in 2011?
  • Day 1 was 20.6°c,  Day 2 was 24.8°c, Day 3 was 23.3°c and Day 4 was 19.8°c.
• Is accommodation included in the any of the packages?
  • During the Cape to Cape MTB riders can choose to stay with the event or stay elsewhere, but must arrange the accommodation themselves.
  • Riders can choose to camp with the event at each of the overnight stops, or arrange accommodation elsewhere.
  • Overnight stops for 2012 will be Hamelin Bay Caravan Park on October 25 and Prevelly Park Beach Resort and Margaret River on October 26/27.
  • Camping is also available at Hamelin Bay on the night prior to the start of the event (October 24). The event will finish in the town of Dunsborough on October 28.
  • Details for these suggested parks (offering camping, caravan, or cabin stays) are listed below:
  • Hamelin Bay Caravan Park
  • Phone/Fax: (08) 9758 5540
  • Email: hamelinbay@bordernet.com.au
  • www.mronline.com.au/accom/hamelin/index.htm
  • Prevelly Park Beach Resort and Caravan Park
  • Phone: (08) 9757 2374
  • Fax:  (08) 9757 2790
  • Email: prevellyparkbookings@preveliwines.com.au
  • For riders wishing to stay in a central location for the entire event and travel daily to and from the start/finish lines we would recommend basing yourself at either Margaret River or Prevelly/Gnarabup (approximately a 5 minute drive west from Margaret River).
  • For other accommodation options please contact the multi-award winning Augusta Margaret River Tourism Association, which provides a free and personalised information and booking service for MTB riders. Contact AMRTA’s friendly staff on (08) 9780 5911 or email welcome@margaretriver.com. Alternatively visit www.margaretriver.com where you can book online.
• If I decide to camp with the event, will my tent be transported between the various camp sites?
  • Yes, a transport service will be available for your tent and luggage to the designated camp site for the following evening (or the finish line on the final day).
• Will there be showers at the Cape to Cape MTB camp sites?
  • Yes, there will be shower and toilet facilities available at each of the Cape to Cape MTB camp sites.
• I am interested in sponsoring the event. How do I go about doing this?
  • A number of sponsorship opportunities exist for organisations keen to become involved with the Cape to Cape MTB. Please contact us with your sponsorship enquiries by phoning us on free number 1300 137 149 or using the online enquiry form provided on our contact page.

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