2016 Cycling Championships
Georgia’s Grass Roots Olympic Style Sports Festival
ROAD RACE
July 9. 2016
Cass High School
City of White, GA
TIME TRIAL / CRITERIUM
July 10, 2016
West Oak Business Park
Marietta, GA
Sanctioned by the State of Georgia& USA Cycling
Recognized by U.S.O.C., N.C.A.A., G.H.S.A., G.R.P.A., and G.A.H.P.E.R.D.
Free t-shirts for all participants and Jerseys for select winners
Special Junior and RDRS Divisions
Online registration with no late fees until July 3rd
Junior results go towards the Georgia Scholastic Olympiad
Prizes:Top 3 finishers in each division receive a medal
A part of the Georgia Championship Series
CONTACT US:
P.O. BOX 2043
KENNESAW, GA 30156
PHONE: 678-350-6460
EMAIL: [email protected]
WWW.GEORGIAGAMES.ORG
Event Permit #2016-2027
ROAD RACE
GENERAL INFORMATON
Date:
Location:
July 9, 2016
Cass High School
Directions:
Check-in:
1000 Colonel Way NE White, GA 30184
A full set of directions is available on our website; www.georgiagames.org
1. Early Check-in Saturday July 8th, from 5:00-8:00pm at Georgia Games office
2. Race-day Check-in begin at 7:00am on July 9th at Cass High School
Entry Fee:
Pre-Entry Deadline:
$27.00 per person;
Juniors are $21.00;
$10.00 for 2nd/3rd category entry.
$5.00 late fee after Pre-entry deadline
*Out of State residents add $5.00 to entry fee*
July 3, 2015 at 5 pm. A $5.00 late fee will be applied after this date.
Contact:
Event Coordinator: Zack Elrod
Phone: 678-350-6460
Email: [email protected]
Divisions:
Men’s Pro/1/2, Men Cat 3, Men Cat 4, Men Cat 5,
Women 1/2/3, Women Cat 4,
Juniors 10-12, Juniors, 13-14, Juniors 15-16, Juniors 17-18,
Master’s 35+, Master’s 45+ and Masters 55+
Road Race Schedule: July 11, 2015
*All times are TENATIVE and fields may be combined*
Category
Laps/Miles
Start Time
Masters 35+
3/57.
8:00am
Masters 45+
3/57.
8:00am
Masters 55+
3/57.
8:00am
Cat 5
2/38.
8:10am
Women’s Cat 4
2/38.
8:20am
Juniors – All
1/19.
8:25am
Pro 1,2
5/95.
10:30am
Cat 3
4/76.
10:40am
Cat 4
3/57.
10:50am
Women's 1/2/3
3/57.
11:00am
Courses:
Feed Zone:
Awards:
Rules:
--Competition Regulations—
Circuit is 19 miles of rolling terrain with no major hills. Open country roads with low traffic.
Start/Finish Line at Cass High School. Closed finish course for those in the pack.
Course maps will be available at registration area.
Feed Zone located near Cass Pine Log Rd NE and Richards Rd NE intersection.
Area will be designated by cones and signs. No feeding will be allowed on the last lap.
For categories with 10+ participants a Georgia Games Jersey will be awarded.
Georgia Games medals will be presented to the top three (3) finishers in each field.
As established by the USA Cycling. Helmets are mandatory! Race Director reserves the right
to combine fields (or any other decision affecting the race weekend). Neutral support vehicles
provided for wheel in/wheel out per race. Yellow line rules STRICTLY enforced. Feed zones
located on course. There is a mandatory field limit of 50 riders in the Category 5 race.
TIME TRIAL GENERAL INFORMATON
Date:
Location:
Time:
July 10, 2016
West Oak Center, Marietta, GA
Registration: 6:30am Start Time: 7:30am for First Time Trial
Register Online at www.georgiagames.org
Entry Fee:
$15.00 fee. $5.00 late fee applied after pre-entry deadline
*Out of State residents add $5.00 to entry fee*
Pre-Entry Deadline:
July 3, 2015 at 5 pm. A $5.00 late fee will be applied after this date.
Contact:
Event Coordinator: Zack Elrod
Phone: 678-350-6460
Email: [email protected]
Divisions:
Men’s Pro/1/2, Men Cat 3, Men Cat 4, Men Cat 5,
Women 1/2/3, Women Cat 4,
Juniors 10-12, Juniors, 13-14, Juniors 15-16, Juniors 17-18,
Master’s 35+, Master’s 45+ and Masters 55+
Courses:
--Competition Regulations—
USA Cycling approved. Lap is 6.0 miles in length and consists of rolling terrain. There are two (2)
90 degree turns on the course with a slight uphill finish.
Awards:
Georgia Games medals will be presented to the top three (3) finishers in each field.
Rules:
As established by USA Cycling. Helmets are mandatory! Race Director reserves the right to
combine fields (or any other decision affecting the race weekend). Neutral pit wheel-in, wheel-out.
From the South (Atlanta):
From the North:
--Directions to Venue—
Take I-75 North to exit 267-A (Canton/Hwy 5). Follow exit ramp to right
and turn right at the first light onto Sandy Plains Road. Follow Sandy
Plains Road North approx. ½ mile and turn right into the West Oak
Center. (Wendy’s is across the street from entrance.)
Take I-75 South to exit 267-A (Canton/Hwy 5). Follow exit ramp and
merge onto Canton Hwy. Turn right at the first light onto Sandy Plains
Road. Follow Sandy Plains Road North approx. ½ mile and turn right into
the West Oak Center. (Wendy’s is across the street from entrance.)
CRITERIUM GENERAL INFORMATON
July 10, 2016
West Oak Center, Marietta, GA
Registration begins at 6:30am
Date:
Location:
Time:
Register Online at www.georgiagames.org
Entry Fee:
Pre-Entry Deadline:
$27.00 per person
Juniors are $21.00
$10.00 for 2nd/3rd category
$5.00 late fee applied after pre-entry deadline
*Out of State residents add $5.00 to entry fee*
July 3, 2015 at 5 pm. A $5.00 late fee will be applied after this date.
Contact:
Event Coordinator: Zack Elrod
Phone: 678-350-6460
Email: [email protected]
Divisions:
Men’s Pro/1/2, Men Cat 3, Men Cat 4, Men Cat 5,
Women 1/2/3, Women Cat 4,
Juniors 10-12, Juniors 13-14, Juniors 15-16, Juniors 17-18,
Master’s 35+, Master’s 45+ and Masters 55+
***Note: heats may include combined categories
Criterium Schedule: July 12, 2015
*All times are TENATIVE and fields may be combined*
Category
Start Time Minutes/Laps
Women Cat 4
8:30am
30 min + 2
Juniors
8:32
30 min +2
Men Cat 5
9:15
30 min +2
Men Cat 4
10:00
45 min +3
Men Pro ½
11:10
60 min +3
Men Cat 3
12:30
45 min +3
Masters 35/45/55+
1:30
45 min +3
Women 1/2/3
2:30
45 min +3
--Competition Regulations—
Courses:
USA Cycling approved. Lap is 1.2 miles in length and consists of rolling terrain. There are
two (2) 90 degree turns on the course with a slight uphill finish.
Awards:
For categories with 10+ participants a Georgia Games Jersey will be awarded.
Georgia Games medals will be presented to the top three (3) finishers in each field.
As established by USA Cycling. Helmets are mandatory! Race Director reserves the right to
combine fields (or any other decision affecting the race weekend). There is a mandatory field limit
of 50 riders in the Category 5 race. Neutral pit wheel-in, wheel-out.
Rules:
From the South
(Atlanta):
From the North:
--Directions to Venue—
Take I-75 North to exit 267-A (Canton/Hwy 5). Follow exit ramp to right and turn right at the
first light onto Sandy Plains Road. Follow Sandy Plains Road North approx. ½ mile and turn
right into the West Oak Center. (Wendy’s is across the street from entrance.)
Take I-75 South to exit 267-A (Canton/Hwy 5). Follow exit ramp and merge onto Canton Hwy.
Turn right at the first light onto Sandy Plains Road. Follow Sandy Plains Road North approx.
½ mile and turn right into the West Oak Center. (Wendy’s is across the street from entrance.)
CYCLING CHAMPIONSHIPS
Athlete Information:
First Name
Street Address/Apt #
City/Town
Daytime Phone
Last Name
County
State
Evening Phone
Zip
Cell Phone
Email:
Academic School:
Date of Birth:
Sex:
(MM/DD/YYYY)
T-Shirt Size:
(YS, YM, YL, AS, AM, AL, AXL, AXXL)
Account Summary
Adult Road Race Entry Fee ($27) =______
Adult Criterium Entry Fee ($27) =______
Junior Road Race ($21) = _____
Junior Crit Entry Fee ($21) =______
Time Trial Entry Fee All ($15) = ______
2nd/3rd Category Fee ($10) =______
Out of State Fee ($5) =______
Late Registration Fee ($5) =______
Donations =______
Total
=______
AGREEMENT, RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY
Racing Information
USA Cycling License Number (REQUIRED):
Race Category:
Personal Chip Number:
Emergency Contact Name:
Emergency Contact Phone:
In consideration of being permitted to participate in or assisting others in participation in the Georgia Games Championships (“Championships”)/District Sports
Festivals, and related events and activities, on behalf of myself, or a minor child or ward, heir, next of kin, personal representative, successor or assign;
(1) I ACKNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTAND AND DECLARE THAT:
(a) To the best of my knowledge, I am in GOOD PHYSICAL CONDITION and have no disease or injury that would be aggravated by participating in
activities related to the Championships;
(b) Participating or assisting other in participating in the Championships may involve RISK OF INJURY TO ME, INCLUDING DEATH, LOSS OR DAMAGE TO
ME OR MY PROPERTY, or other consequences, which might result not only from my own actions, in actions or negligence but also the actions, in
actions or negligence of others, the rules play, or the conditions of the premises or of any equipment used;
(c) There may be OTHER RISKS not known or not reasonably foreseeable; and Understanding All of the Above,
(2) I ASSUME ALL OF THE ABOVE RISKS AND RELEASE, WAIVE, DISCHARGE, HOLD HARMLESS, INDEMNIFY AND COVENANT NOT TO SUE:
(a) The State of Georgia or any of its agencies, District Sports Festivals, the Georgia State Games Commission, the Georgia Sports Foundations, its
Commissioners, its Board of Directors, its employees, agents, volunteers, coaches, trainers, or officials affiliated with their programs;
(b) Any affiliated subsidiary, successor, organization, or related companies or businesses, other participants, participating or sponsoring municipalities,
governmental agencies, international organizations, agencies, sponsors, or advertisers, the respective administrators, officers, directors, agents,
representatives, employees, or volunteers of such entities or organizations;
(c) The National Congress of State Games (NCSG), the United States Olympic Committee (USOC) and/or their respective representatives, officers,
directors, employees, agents, successors and assigns;
(d) Owners, lessors and lessees of premises used to conduct the Games FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH, LOSS OR
DAMAGE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY, OR ANY OTHER CONSEQUENCE in connection with entry in or arising out of participation in, performance in or
lack of performance in, including travel to and from the Championships.
(3) I AGREE THAT:
(a) Prior to participating as an athlete, I, or in the case of a minor, a parent or guardian, will INSPECT the facilities and equipment to be used, and If I
believe same to be unsafe, I will immediately REPORT such condition(s) to the athletic coach, supervisor or official connected with the Championships
of same and either DECLINE TO PARTICIPATE or ASSUME THE RISK of participating;
(b) I will ALLOW my PHOTOGRAPH, PICTURE or LIKENESS and/or VOICE to APPEAR in any official documentary, promotional (including and all
advertisements), television, radio or film coverage of the Championships, WITHOUT COMPENSATION.
(4) I CONSENT TO:
(a) ALL EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT as may be deemed appropriate under existing circumstances by medical personnel or personnel associated
with the Championships.I have read this form in its entirity and have provided truthful information.
Name of Athlete (print)
Name of Parent/Legal Guardian (print)
Signature of Athlete (if at least 18 years of age)
Signature of Parent/Legal Guardian
Date
Date
ABOUT THE GEORGIA GAMES
Georgia State Games – Developed to promote “grassroots” amateur sports and an improved quality of life, the Georgia
State Games attracts athletes from a variety of backgrounds, ages and skill levels. Each year the Georgia Games continues to
develop programs that fit the athletic and lifestyle needs of the Georgia public. As a member of the National Congress of State
Games (NCSG), which is a community based, multi-sport member of the United States Olympic Committee (USOC), the
Georgia Games is committed to enhance and promote participation in amateur sports.
For more information, contact the Georgia Games or visit www.georgiagames.org.
Advance to Regionals or Nationals
NATIONALS - Every two years, 40 State Games come together as one to participate in a national competition, the State
Games of America. All medal winners from State Games programs are eligible to compete. For more information, visit
www.stategames.org
About the Georgia Games Championships – The Georgia Games Championships is a sports festival created for Georgia’s
amateur athletes. Patterned after the Summer Olympics, the Championships will consist of 35 sports providing Georgia’s
amateur athletes, of all ages and skill levels, a meaningful opportunity to participate in a true amateur sport competition.
Who Can Compete – All residents of Georgia who have lived in the state for at least 30 days prior to the date of competition
for their sport are eligible if they meet the requirements specified by that sport. Georgia residents attending school or serving
in the military in other states are also eligible. Residents of South Carolina and Tennessee are invited to participate as well.
How To Enter – To enter any Georgia Games Championships competition, an official entry form must be completed. Entry
forms may be obtained by visiting our web site www.georgiagames.org. Participants are encouraged to note deadlines and
register early for all competitions. A signed agreement, release and waiver of liability and payment of an entry fee is required
in order to compete. All participants will receive an official Georgia Games Championships commemorative T-shirt.
Weather – Sports using outdoor venues are weather dependent. Competitions will be conducted unless the sport event
coordinator, facility management and Georgia Games officials determine that weather conditions are potentially dangerous or
if the playing surface would incur significant damage. No refunds will be given if events are canceled due to inclement
weather.
Refund Policy – REFUNDS WILL ONLY BE GIVEN UNDER THE FOLOWING CIRCUMSTANCES:

Entry received after maximum numbers of teams or individuals are bracketed.

Insufficient number of teams or individuals entered.

Entry received from a non-qualified athlete.
Insurance – Insurance is the responsibility of each participant.In some instances, the National Governing Body
(NGB), which sanctions an event, may have secondary coverage. Medical aid will be available in the event of an emergency,
injury or illness. Preparation for competition, such as taping, will not be provided.
Governing Body Registration/Membership – NGB registration requirements vary between sports. Please check your
sport event information for details.
Number of Sports Entered - You may enter as many sports as you wish, as long as the events are not held at conflicting
times. It is the athlete’s responsibility to make sure there are no schedule conflicts in the sports he/she enters.
Gate – Due to severe budget cutbacks and the economy, a modest spectator gate fee will be charged for some events.
Awards – All participants will receive an official Georgia Games Championships commemorative T-shirt. Gold, silver and
bronze medals will be awarded to the first three places. With the inclusion of out-of-state athletes, no Georgian will be
displaced for a medal. See your Event Director with any questions regarding this information. The Georgia Games
Sportsmanship Award will be presented to the male and female in each sport who best exemplifies the positive attributes of a
model competitor. Additionally, one male and one female athlete from the pool of Sportsmanship Award winners will be
nominated for the State Games Athlete of the Year Award.
Organizers – The Georgia Sports Foundation and the Georgia Games staff, assisted by thousands of volunteers, carry out
the various tasks associated with the execution of the Georgia Games Championships.
For More Information Contact the Georgia Games: [email protected]
WWW.GEORGIAGAMES.ORG