Gravel Cup 2022

Gravel Bike Race
Brgy. Carlosa, Calatagan, Batangas
Nov. 5, 2022

This event is open for gravel and cyclo-cross bikes. A cross-country race style in 10km distance per loop around Barangay Carlosa and Encarnacion. Yes, it’s a short course but definitely a challenging race for all skill levels. Get ready your legs to pedal through single track trail, pavements and dirt roads.  

Update: We’ve added FUN RIDE for XC MTB 


Distance: 30km per lap (10km/ laps)
Elevation Gain: 190+m per lap
Cut off: 4.5 Hours (3 laps)
Aid/ Water Station:1
Gun starts: 7:30am – Nov. 5, 2022

Race Category (Discipline)
1. Cyclo-cross/ Gravel Bike - must have drop bar (flat bar will be considered but not qualified in podium spot). Knobby tires are highly recommended.
2. E-Gravel – are allowed but there will be no sub-category and podium finish.  
3. FUN RIDE for XC MTB.
 

Start/ Finish: Brgy. Carlosa covered court – Calatagan, Batangas

RACE RULES AND GUIDELINES
all participants joining this event must understand that innate challenges exist and therefore must be prepared. For the safety and welfare of all, those involved in this event, the participants must meet the following requirements:

Registration
1.   Must be physically fit.
2.   17 years old and below must download, print and signed the consent and waiver form by the Parents or Guardian (must be presented upon kit claiming).
Link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lI4XZ3htGnGCC2xD5DRVPtGIT_KhH6Z6/view?usp=sharing

3.   Registration is transferable but non-refundable (during registration period only).

4. 
  We use your registration funds to pay for the necessary items and services needed to host the event. With that in mind, refunds will not be provided for this event unless the event is cancelled for reasons within our control. The following are examples (but not limited to) of reasons an event might be canceled that are NOT within our control: Dangerous weather; natural disasters; pandemics; acts of terrorism; local emergencies; government mandates; and any situation creating a threat to safety of participants, volunteers, staff or bystanders.

5. Fill up the google form with your payment.
6. Keep and present the payment copy or any VALID ID when claiming the race kit on the race day.

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GRAVEL CUP
Nov. 5, 2022 – Brgy. Carlosa Covered Court, Calatagan, Batangas

AWARDING
GRAVEL
Top 10 Men’s – Trophy for Top 3; Medal + certificate for 4th-10th place
Top 10 Women’s - Trophy for Top 3; Medal + certificate for 4th-10th place

FUN RIDE XC MTB
Top 10 Men’s [Medal + certificate]
Top 10 Women’s [Medal + certificate]

REGISTRATION FEES

Gravel Bike: 650.00
FUN RIDE XC MTB: 650.00

Early Bird Combo: 
 2,200.00 (Gravel Cup + Filthy 50) [Sept. 17-30, 2022]
Regular Rate Combo: 2,400.00 (Gravel Cup + Filthy 50) [Oct. 1-28, 2022]

INCLUSIONS

- Bib Number
- Medal for official finisher
- Post-race meal
- Food and Hydration in Aid Station
- Raffle Entry

Register here:
 
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1fCDa43CelhISgIoaImYY7IM7NcGpDHj8IhExfzDIVgo

Map:



Race kit claiming [at Brgy. Carlosa Covered Court]
1. Every participant is required to sign a liability and waiver form prior to the race.
2. Any valid ID must be presented upon claiming.
3. Kit claiming starts at 5:30am, Nov. 5 for GRAVEL CUP participants.

Check-in and Mandatory gears
1. Participants must check-in 1 hour prior to gun start.
2. Helmet
3. Hydration bottle or bladder
4. Gravel bike with drop bar (only qualified for podium spot)
5. Trail food – protein bars, chocolate, energy gel and the likes.
6. Phone with load (be able to call for emergency situation)

Recommended gears/equipment (not required but must have)
1. Pump/ Co2
2. Puncture kit
3. Chain link and cutter
4. Multi-tool
5. Extra tube
6. First aid kit

Note: Participants must be self-sufficient at all times. There is no bike mechanic at any station but support crew are allowed at AID and WATER STATION only.

AID STATION / WATER STATION
GRAVEL CUP
Water Station at Starting line or every 10km loop.

DURING THE EVENT
1.  Participants are not allowed to change bib number or substitutes in their behalf.
2.  Participants are advised to bring mandatory gear and recommended items.
3.  BIB number must be visible at any time.
4.  Given the distances between aid/water stations, all participants are required to have hydration bottle and trail food to sustain them between stations.
5. Race numbers must be presented to the assigned marshal at different checkpoints. Numbers, name and time will be recorded.
6. Beyond cut off time is no exemption.
7. Declaring DNF (Did not finish) or withdrawal from the race must contact the race director or go to the nearest marshal to inform him of his intention. Race bib number will be confiscated by race marshals.          
8. Those who declare themselves as DNF at any point of the course will be for the participant’s expense. Vehicle may be hired at negotiated rates.
9.  Race start on time. Latecomers are not allowed to proceed.
10.

Disqualification
1.      Lost BIB number
2.      No facemask
3.      Mandatory gear
4.      Cheating, short-cut and course-marking sabotage.
5.      Unregistered bikers and pacers are not allowed.
6.      Any complaint must be made within 24 hours after the race and must be made in writing, signed and submitted to the race director.
7.      Support crew along the route.
8.     ANY VERBAL ABUSE OF MARSHALS, VOLUNTEERS OR RACE OFFICIALS WILL BE GROUNDS FOR IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION.


RACE ROUTE
all categories start and finish at Brgy. Carlosa Covered Court.

The route is an open trail and public road. Observe extra caution when going downhill, crossing road and passing technical trail. Always keep right on public roads. Participants are encouraged to practice trail courtesy. Yield to fast riders.

The route is visible and marked properly by trails signs, arrow signs, and cautions. Marshals are stationed at all critical sections of the course. No time credits will be given to any participants who gets lost.

Aid and water stations are assigned at certain point of the course. Checkpoints are place along the course.

The organizer/ race director reserves the right to modify the rules and the race route at any time or during the race for the safety and welfare of the participants.

The event pushes through, rain or shine unless the race organizers announce its cancellation or postponement at least 48 hours prior to race event for the reasons beyond their control, such as extreme weather and any condition that may render the course unsafe.

Don’t like our ideas? Don’t join. Peace and love.

WHERE TO STAY?
- The nearest beach resorts are located at Brgy. Hukay (2-3km away from the venue).

PARKING
Designated pay parking near the venue.

Contact US
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