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SOLO INFO
Just because you’re solo doesn't mean you’re alone! You’ll be with like-minded riders looking to shred and have fun on some of the finest single track the region has to offer. Pedal hard and chill hard. Meet other like-minded riders on the trail, and share your day's adventures over, food, drinks and and beats at the end of each day. |
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STAGE DATES.
The 5 Days take place from Wednesday 26 March to Sunday 30 March 2025.
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CATEGORIES.
Age is calculated as of 31 December 2025. Please note, Gravel bikes are not permitted in the event. eBikes are only permitted in the 5 stage event
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AWARDS
Daily Podium Awards
A daily award ceremony is held at the completion of each stage. These awards are a non-monetary prize pack. and are for the top 3 riders of each age group category.
Daily Jersey Awards
This is a daily award ceremony held at during the daily awards with the GC leaders of each age group category.
General Classification (GC) Age Category Awards
On the final day will also see the winners of the the category classification awards Gold, Silver and Bronze medals for all events.
Overall Classification (OC) Prize Money
Prize money is awarded to the overall top 3 men, women (excluding eBike) in the OC at the end of fifth day, regardless of age group.
Prize money is awarded as follows:
eBike Overall Classification (OC) Prizes
Overall top men& women will receive a non-monetary prize.
Daily Podium Awards
A daily award ceremony is held at the completion of each stage. These awards are a non-monetary prize pack. and are for the top 3 riders of each age group category.
Daily Jersey Awards
This is a daily award ceremony held at during the daily awards with the GC leaders of each age group category.
General Classification (GC) Age Category Awards
On the final day will also see the winners of the the category classification awards Gold, Silver and Bronze medals for all events.
Overall Classification (OC) Prize Money
Prize money is awarded to the overall top 3 men, women (excluding eBike) in the OC at the end of fifth day, regardless of age group.
Prize money is awarded as follows:
- 1ST $300
- 2ND $250
- 3RD $150
eBike Overall Classification (OC) Prizes
Overall top men& women will receive a non-monetary prize.
- 1ST $300 non-monetary prize
- 2ND $250 non-monetary prize
- 3RD $150 non-monetary prize
START PROCEDURE
Start groups for the 5 day rider are released in waves of 75 -100 riders with 5 minute gaps, please read the information below to learn how the start groups are managed.
Stage 1 = Prologue
5 day riders can start the Prologue at any time between 11:30am and 3pm. Simply complete your rider check to collect your race pack then roll up to the start line before 2:45pm! Pairs must complete the prologue at the same time.
STAGES 2,3,4 & 5
The start order is taken from the general classification (GC) combined stages times and reset daily. Start groups will be emailed out daily at 6:00pm and published here.
Please Note:
Start groups for the 5 day rider are released in waves of 75 -100 riders with 5 minute gaps, please read the information below to learn how the start groups are managed.
Stage 1 = Prologue
5 day riders can start the Prologue at any time between 11:30am and 3pm. Simply complete your rider check to collect your race pack then roll up to the start line before 2:45pm! Pairs must complete the prologue at the same time.
STAGES 2,3,4 & 5
The start order is taken from the general classification (GC) combined stages times and reset daily. Start groups will be emailed out daily at 6:00pm and published here.
Please Note:
- It is possible to fall in or out of your start group based on your general classification combined stages time.
- Pairs & Solos may start in the same wave based on GC.
- There is no start grid priority given to the race leaders of any category.
- Starting in the wrong start group may see the rider and/or team disqualified, the onus is on the rider to ensure they start in the right group on a daily basis.
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STAGE 2,3 & 4- Start Times
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STAGE 5- Start Times
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COURSE CUTOFFS
The course checkpoints will be listed below from the 1st of August when the course is revealed. The checkpoints are in the interest of participant safety & course management. The times are based on a participant averaging 9.6kmph. If you fall behind a cut off time you will be directed to stop at the aid station checkpoint (CP) and transported back to the venue. You will be classed as a DNF (Did Not Finish) for that stage.
COURSE MARKING
Volcanic Epic course marking is set out to direct you in the right direction. There are many different signs on the trails we ride that are unrelated to the event, please take time to learn our course marking and signs.
As riders approached turns and junctions there will be blue ribbons, the closer the ribbons are together the closer it is to a turn. Three blue ribbons on the side of the track indicate a turn is approaching on the same side as the ribbons. All event marking has our logo on it.
It is your responsibility to:
The course checkpoints will be listed below from the 1st of August when the course is revealed. The checkpoints are in the interest of participant safety & course management. The times are based on a participant averaging 9.6kmph. If you fall behind a cut off time you will be directed to stop at the aid station checkpoint (CP) and transported back to the venue. You will be classed as a DNF (Did Not Finish) for that stage.
COURSE MARKING
Volcanic Epic course marking is set out to direct you in the right direction. There are many different signs on the trails we ride that are unrelated to the event, please take time to learn our course marking and signs.
As riders approached turns and junctions there will be blue ribbons, the closer the ribbons are together the closer it is to a turn. Three blue ribbons on the side of the track indicate a turn is approaching on the same side as the ribbons. All event marking has our logo on it.
It is your responsibility to:
- Know and follow correct signage.
- Know your ability, and heed B Line, Drop, XXX and Caution markers
- Not assume a rider in front of you is going the same way (e.g., DNF rider or non-athlete on trail)
- Not rely on GPS as we may have had to make last minute course changes.
