The events are open to all, licensed and non-licensed cyclists aged 18 and over in the year of the event*.
*For each event, formats not exceeding 100km or 1500m ascent are open to competitors aged 16 and over in the year of the event – subject to providing parental authorisation on the day of the event.
Touring are open to anyone aged 14 and over throughout the year.
A blank parental authorisation form can be found online.

To participate iǹ the event, all participants acknowledge:

• Having read the rules of the event and accepting their clauses in their entiretý
• Having become aware of the risks associated with cycling, such as individual or collective falls
• Have acquired a cycling level in line with the chosen route and be fully aware of its difficulty
• Know how to manage the realities of riding on hilly courses and in weather conditions that may be difficult (rain, cold…)
• Show respect to participants and private property that the course may cross
• Provide assistance and help to any participant in difficultý
• Respect the mandatory equipment

Participants compete as individuals. The organizer reserves the right to limit the number of participants without notice.

Registrations are open until 30 minutes before the start of the event (D-Day, on site, digitally for environmental reasons). However, the organizer reserves the right to close registrations at any time.

For obvious reasons of preparation and logistics, the organizer will not be held responsible if the participant registered at the last minute does not receive all the benefits (jersey, medal …).

FFC conditions to validate a registration on 01/09/2024 :

*Photocopies of certificates and licences are accepted.

A blank medical certificate is available online on the event’s website.

Without a valid licence or medical certificate, withdrawal of the number will be refused. No disclaimeŕ will be accepted.

The events are open to all, licensed and non-licensed cyclosportives aged 18 and over in the year of the event*.
*For each event, the “trek” or/and “short course” format are open to competitors aged 16 and over in the year – subject to providing parental permission on the day of the event. A blank parental permission form can be found online.

To participate iǹ the event, all participants acknowledge:

• Having read the rules of the event and accepting their clauses in their entiretý
• Having become aware of the risks associated with cycling, such as individual or collective falls
• Have acquired a cycling level in line with the chosen route and be fully aware of its difficulty
• Know how to manage the realities of riding on hilly courses and in weather conditions that may be difficult (rain, cold…)
• Show respect to participants and private property that the course may cross
• Provide assistance and help to any participant in difficultý
• Respect the mandatory equipment

Participants compete as individuals. The organizer reserves the right to limit the number of participants without notice.

Depending on the number of participants, a ‘disabled’ category will be set up for each course. Participants competing in this category must indicate this when they register* (tick box). For obvious reasons of safety and visibility, they will nevertheless have to be positioned at the extreme rear or front of the peloton when lining up at the start line. The bike must be equipped in such a way as to be visible within a cyclist’s field of vision.

*Licences issued by the FFH (Fédération Française Handisport) are not accepted on their own in view of the agreement between the two federations. Riders with a disability must hold a licence issued by the FFC allowing them to ride competitively alongside able-bodied riders, in accordance with the medical criteria laid down in the regulations. Those wishing to compete in disabled sports must in any case submit their FFH licence as well as their national or international classification certificate, showing the sporting division, in cycling, with revised or confirmed status. They must appear on the Master List managed and updated by the FFH. Attached. An athlete who is not on the Master List cannot be classified in this category.

You must bring your registration confirmation (QR CODE) and your ID or license. Timing chips must be attached to the front of the bike without being bent. Those who have not validated their registration (medical certificate/license/incomplete file) must present the supporting documents at the office.

A third party may collect another person’s race number (with proof of identity).

Times:

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Depending on the number of participants, a “handisport” category will be set up for each course. The participants competing in this category will have to mention it at the time of their registration (check box). For obvious reasons of safety and visibility, they will nevertheless have to position themselves at the extreme back or front of the pack when the starting line is set up. The bike must be equipped in such a way as to be visible in a cyclist’s field of vision.

Competitors are solely responsible for ensuring that the equipment they use complies with current standards and for maintaining it.

Traditional bicycles

Unicycles, time trial bikes, fixed-gear bikes, folding bikes, bikes with spoked wheels and/or lenticular wheels, and extensions are prohibited.

Electric bikes are allowed on all courses except the long course (no classification but with all other services maintained). The use of an e-bike must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike).

Recumbent bikes are allowed on all courses. Their use must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike). For obvious reasons of safety and visibility, they must nevertheless position themselves at the very back or very front of the peloton when lining up at the start line. The bike must be equipped in such a way as to be visible in the field of vision of a cyclist.

Tandems are allowed on all courses. Their use must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike). Tandem participants can register at the normal participation rate. They will then only receive one participant’s rider pack (jersey, meal, goodies, etc.). To receive two rider packs, they must add a “tandem” option to their basket. This option will be charged.

Cyclist equipment

Each participant must arrive at the start line with the cycling and sports equipment listed below.

• CE-approved helmet with hard shell and chin strap fastened (mandatory)
• Filled water bottles (mandatory)
• Gloves, pump, inner tube/puncture repair kit (recommended)
• Charged phone with GPS and emergency numbers saved (recommended). Active use of the phone (calls, texts, taking photos/videos) while riding is strictly prohibited for safety reasons.
• In the event of unfavorable weather conditions (heavy rain and cool temperatures), the organization reserves the right to require participants to carry a jacket and a survival blanket for all routes.
• It is the responsibility of each participant to carry repair and replacement equipment with them so that they can quickly get back on the road. It is also possible to stop at bike shops along the route to make repairs and then resume the route where it was left off.

In the event of failure to comply with the recommended equipment requirements, the organization cannot be held responsible for any incidents and their consequences. Competitors are responsible for the proper functioning and monitoring of their equipment.

FFC conditions to validate a registration on 01/09/2024 :

Yes, wearing a jersey during the event is mandatory and required to participate in the raffle*. Participants not wearing the jersey may be denied access to the starting gate. In case of bad weather conditions, wearing a jacket over the jersey is allowed.

The jersey will not be tryable or exchangeable after registration. So be sure to check the size guide before you register. Beware, jerseys are cut close to the body. We strongly recommend that you take an extra size.

The organization will offer a jersey TO THE FIRST 1500 REGISTRANTS. The allocation is made in chronological order of registration.
*The participants registered after the allocation of the total number of jerseys offered by the organization will not be excluded from the draw of the raffle. The cost of registration remains the same as for those who have received a jersey.

The timetable of each course and details of the itinerary can be found on the website, page “ROUTE” or “GRAVEL”. The route is defined subject to the prefectural authorization and can be modified by the organizer at any time.

All participants will be called to the starting line 15 minutes before the start of the race for a reminder of the instructions. It is the responsibility of each participant to be present in time for the registration, the briefing, and the start of the event. Participants not wearing the event jersey may be placed at the extreme rear.

A “dummy” / “neutralized” start may be set up for each course in order to give the real start, launched, when all safety conditions are met.

A cloakroom service will be available at the start of the event. The organizers will assign a number to each item left in the cloakroom and give the person leaving the item a wristband with that number. Items can be collected at the finish line if it is in a different location from the start line.

Participants acknowledge that the organizers are not responsible for the supervision of personal belongings or items in the event of theft or loss. Items, accessories, or bicycles given to third parties during the event (whether members of the organization or not) will be the sole responsibility of the participant leaving them.

We ask that participating cyclists strictly adhere to traffic regulations. The organizers reserve the right to exclude any participant who fails to comply.

150 pedestrian marshals and 30 motorcyclists will be on hand to ensure your safety; 1 lead car for each route; 1 broom car for each route;
2 medical assistance vehicles during the race + 2 ambulances.

Support vehicles are prohibited.

Keep to the right when riding. Overtake on the left, signaling your intention to pass.

Several refreshment points are organized on the course. They will be indicated on the maps and course profiles and reminded to the participants at the start of the event. Competitors may be supplied by their companions at other points on the course provided that the supply is made by a pedestrian, on the right side of the road, and that it does not affect the safety of the event and other participants. Refuelling a participant from a moving vehicle is forbidden and will result in the immediate disqualification of the participant.

Refreshments will include

• -Liquids: cola, syrup, water, etc.
• -Something sweet: fruit, dried fruit, cereal bars, cakes, etc.
• -Savoury: cold meats, potato fritters, bread, cheese, etc.

Time barriers will be in place:

GRAVEL EVENT

• AXXXX
• All competitors must arrive before 3:30 p.m.

ROAD EVENT

• XXX: all SMALL, MEDIUM, and LARGE participants must pass before XXX
• XXX: all MEDIUM and LARGE participants must pass before XXX
• XXX: all LARGE participants must pass before XXX
• All competitors must arrive before 3:00 p.m.

In the event of a delay at a time barrier, the organizer may require the competitor to switch to a shorter route. The rider may also return on their own outside the system or be transported back in the broom wagon.

The organization recommends that cyclists who are no longer able to continue (due to equipment failure, flat tire, fall not requiring immediate repatriation, physical failure, etc.) to wait for the broom wagon (minibus with bike trailer) or to go to a refreshment point to be repatriated at the end of the event by a member of the organization. The organizer will not be able to repatriate individual participants (except in cases of immediate necessity). Any participant who has fallen, suffered mechanical failure, or physical exhaustion and is unable to reach the repatriation points on their own must immediately report their withdrawal to the race director using the emergency number indicated on their bib.

If a participant wishes to withdraw, they must notify a marshal and/or immediately report their withdrawal to the race director using the emergency number indicated on their race bib. Any failure to do so may result in costs being incurred by the competitor.

A partner stand will be at your disposal on Saturday in the race village for last minute repairs. Nevertheless, each participant is required to have a bike in working order and to have his own repair material.

Personal follow cars are not allowed.

The organization will only repatriate participants in case of extreme emergency. In case of a flat tire, participants will have to return to the start on their own. An emergency number will be given to each participant. A solution can be provided by the organization. The broom wagon will be one of them.

Race numbers are assigned in the order in which registration forms are received.

The organizer reserves the right to issue priority bib numbers (SAS in the front row). A justified request of a sporting nature* may be sent to: chablaislemansportorganisation@gmail.com. The request must be made no later than 7 days before the date of the event.
* Priority bib numbers are limited to 40 places per course. “Priority” bibs are allocated upon presentation of results from the previous 2 seasons:
– Top 20 overall and podium finish in similar events in the previous 2 seasons (similar in terms of distance, elevation gain, and number of participants).
– FFC Label d’Or Trophy ranking

Eco-responsible behavior

You will cross beautiful landscapes, and, as in any place, it is strictly forbidden to throw away your waste (cans, papers energy bars, plastics etc.).
At each feeding station, as well as at the start and finish line, you will have selective waste bins for your waste. The organization reserves the right to exclude on the spot participants who throw their waste on the side of the road and do not respect these instructions. Those excluded from the race will also be removed from the draw.

Fair Play Behavior

Competitors not respecting the sportsmanship and “fair play” of the event, caught in a situation of fraud (lock not respected, early departure, route not respected, use or assistance of vehicles, etc), or having an irresponsible or even dangerous behavior or practice (holding disrespectful or insulting words, incivilitý, use of doping products, throwing objects, documents or waste, dangerous driving, violation of the highway code, etc) will be punished according to the case: time penalty, downgrading, exclusion from the event or even a ban from participating in other events organized by Chablais Léman Sport Organisation.

Registrations are open until 30 minutes before the start of the event (D-Day, on site, digitally for environmental reasons). However, the organizer reserves the right to close registrations at any time. An announcement, at the latest 15 days before the event, will be made on the website and social networks of the event.

For obvious reasons of preparation and logistics, the organizer will not be held responsible if the participant registered at the last minute does not receive all the benefits (jersey, medal …).

You will have to bring the confirmation of your registration (QR CODE) as well as your ID́ or license. The timing chips will be to fixed to the front of the bike. People who have not validated their registration (medical certificate / license / incomplete file) will have to present the supporting documents at the permanence.

A third person can come and get the number of another (with proof of identity)

Schedules:

• Saturday morning: from 7.45 am to 8.45 am for the gravel event / from 9 am to 6.45 pm for all courses at the event village ARRIVAL at Eaucourt sur Somme (localisation).
• On Sunday morning: from 7.30 a.m. at the event village ARRIVAL at Eaucourt sur Somme (localisation).

Un tirage au sort exceptionnel sera proposé pour l’ensemble des participants portant le maillot de l’épreuve. Le tirage s’effectuera le samedi après midi de l’épreuve à 14h.

Si les lauréats sont des participants de l’épreuve GRAVEL (samedi), ils pourront récupérer immédiatement leur lot. Si les lauréats sont des participants de l’épreuve ROUTE, la remise se fera le dimanche après la cérémonie protocolaire des parcours ROUTE soit aux alentours de 14h30/15h.

Les gagnants devront retirer leurs lots en mains propres sous présentation de la licence, de la carte d’identité ou du dossard. Aucun lot ne sera envoyé, échangé, ou délibéré à une tiers personne.

Un règlement spécifique se trouve sur la page “Informations Pratiques” du site internet de l’épreuve.

Race numbers will be allocated in the order of receipt of the registration forms. The organizer reserves the right to issue priority numbers (SAS in the first line). A justified request of a sporting nature can be addressed to: chablaislemansportorganisation@gmail.com

The request must be made at the latest 7 days before the date of the event.

Civil liability: the organisers have taken out a policy covering their civil liability and that of participating entrants. It only takes effect on the official route and during the event, for duly registered participants who have been checked at the start, on the route and at the finish.

Individual accident insurance: Participants are responsible for taking out insurance at the time of registration (optional). The organiser’s insurance only covers physical damage to participants during the event and along the route. Depending on their membership terms with the Federation, licence holders may be eligible for specific coverage. It is strongly recommended that each participant take out the option offered by the organiser or individual insurance covering bodily injury (disability, death) related to competitive cycling.

Damage and material liability: neither the organiser nor its insurer covers any damage that may be caused to participants’ equipment, particularly in the event of a fall or theft. It is the responsibility of each participant to take out their own insurance.

Competitors are responsible for the proper functioning and supervision of their equipment. A cloakroom and bicycle park will be provided. Participants acknowledge that the organisers are not responsible for the supervision of personal belongings or items in the event of theft or loss. Any items, accessories or bicycles handed over to third parties during the event (whether members of the organisation or not) will be the sole responsibility of the participant handing them over.

Participation in the race is entirely at the runners’ own risk, with no recourse against the Organiser for any damage suffered or caused. In the event of an accident, the Organiser and all persons or entities involved in the organisation, including but not limited to the Organiser’s bodies and employees, agents, contractors and auxiliaries, including volunteers, shall not be held liable to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Competitors are solely responsible for the conformitý to the standards in force, of the equipment they use as well as their maintenance.

Traditional Bicycle

Unicycles, time trial bikes, fixed gear bikes, folding bikes, bikes with stick wheels and/or lenticular wheels, extenders are prohibited.

Electric bikes are only allowed on the tour and/or short course (without classification but with the maintenance of all the other services). The use of an e-bike must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike).

Recumbent bikes are allowed on all courses. The use of recumbent bikes must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike). For obvious reasons of safety and visibility, they will have to be positioned at the extreme back or front of the peloton at the starting line. The bike must be equipped in such a way as to be visible within a cyclist’s field of vision.

Tandems are allowed on all courses. Their use must be mentioned at the time of registration (choice of bike). Tandem” participants can register at the normal participation rate. They will then only benefit from the runner’s pack (jersey, meal, goodies…) of a participant. To benefit from two runner packs, they will have to add a “tandem” option to their basket. This option will be charged.

Cyclist’s Equipment

Each participant must present themselves at the start with the cycling and sports equipment listed below.

Wearing the equipment listed below is recommended throughout the event including the dummy start:

• Mandatory wearing of a hard shell helmet (CE standards), approved with the chinstrap fastened during the entire event. Participants lose insurance coverage if they do not wear a helmet. If the helmet is not worn at the start, the competitor will not be allowed to take part in the race (withdrawal of the number). In the absence of the helmet during the event, the competitor may be excluded.
• A bicycle pump, a spare inner tube or a puncture-proof spray, if the bike is not equipped with tubeless. Recommended.
• A pair of gloves. Recommended.
• Filled water bottles for rider hydration. Mandatory
• A cell phone turned on, fully charged, equipped with GPS and with emergency numbers stored. Recommended.

In case of failure to wear the recommended equipment, the organization can not be held responsible for any incidents and their consequences. Competitors are responsible for the proper functioning and monitoring of their equipment.

Yes, wearing a jersey during the event is mandatory and required to participate in the raffle*. Participants not wearing the jersey may be denied access to the starting gate. In case of bad weather conditions, wearing a jacket over the jersey is allowed.

The jersey will not be tryable or exchangeable after registration. So be sure to check the size guide before you register. Beware, jerseys are cut close to the body. We strongly recommend that you take an extra size.

The organization will offer a jersey TO THE FIRST 1000 REGISTRANTS. The allocation is made in chronological order of registration.
*The participants registered after the allocation of the total number of jerseys offered by the organization will not be excluded from the draw of the raffle. The cost of registration remains the same as for those who have received a jersey.

A deposit system will be available at the start of the event. The organization will assign a number to the equipment left behind, and a bracelet with the number to the person leaving it behind. Equipment can be retrieved at the finish if the location is different from the start.

A secure bike park with lockers will be available at the finish village.

Participants acknowledge the organizers’ non-responsibilitý for the surveillance of belongings or personal items in the event of theft or loss. Objects, accessories or bicycles handed over to third parties during the event (member of the organization or not) will be under the entire responsibilitý of the depositing participant.

The timetable of each course and details of the itinerary can be found on the website, page “ROUTE” or “GRAVEL”. The route is defined subject to the prefectural authorization and can be modified by the organizer at any time.

All participants will be called to the starting line 15 minutes before the start of the race for a reminder of the instructions. It is the responsibility of each participant to be present in time for the registration, the briefing, and the start of the event. Participants not wearing the event jersey may be placed at the extreme rear.

A “dummy” / “neutralized” start may be set up for each course in order to give the real start, launched, when all safety conditions are met.

A partner stand will be at your disposal on Saturday in the race village for last minute repairs. Nevertheless, each participant is required to have a bike in working order and to have his own repair material.

Personal follow cars are not allowed.

The organization will only repatriate participants in case of extreme emergency. In case of a flat tire, participants will have to return to the start on their own. An emergency number will be given to each participant. A solution can be provided by the organization. The broom wagon will be one of them.

Time barriers will be in place:

GRAVEL EVENT

• Arrival of all competitors before 3:00 p.m.p.m.

CYCLE EVENT

• XXX : all participants – SMALL, MEDIUM and LARGE – pass through before —-
• xxx : all MEDIUM and LONG participants to pass before —-
• xxx: all LARGE participants pass through before —-
• Arrival of all competitors before 3:00 pm at EAUCOURT SUR SOMME

Outside the time barriers, the broom wagon will note the number of the riders and will overtake them. The participants will then be in real traffic conditions (absence of flagmen).

The organization recommends that cyclists who are no longer able to move forward (broken equipment, flat tire, fall not requiring immediate repatriation, physical failure …) to wait for the broom wagon (mini bus with trailer for bikes) or to go to a refreshment point to be repatriated at the end of the event by a member of the organization The organizer will not be able to repatriate a participant individually (except in case of immediate necessity).

In case of extreme emergency, an emergency number is available to each participant on his individual number.

Several refreshment points are organized on the course. They will be indicated on the maps and course profiles and reminded to the participants at the start of the event. Competitors may be supplied by their companions at other points on the course provided that the supply is made by a pedestrian, on the right side of the road, and that it does not affect the safety of the event and other participants. Refuelling a participant from a moving vehicle is forbidden and will result in the immediate disqualification of the participant.

Refreshments will include

• -Liquids: cola, syrup, water, etc.
• -Something sweet: fruit, dried fruit, cereal bars, cakes, etc.
• -Savoury: cold meats, potato fritters, bread, cheese, etc.

For your safety: 5 car marshals, 20 motorcyclists and more than 150 pedestrian marshals will be deployed.

A request for priority of passage is filed with the prefecture, nevertheless, the roads will be open to traffic, the runners must scrupulously respect the highway code, drive on the right, adapt their speed. The organization reserves the right to exclude any participant who does not respect the highway code.

FROM THE PARTICIPANT
All registrations are final and binding. It is prohibited to give away or resell your race number.

Except in the case of medical impossibility justified by a certificate dated no later than the day of the event, justified force majeure, or exceptional circumstances, no refunds will be made by the organizer.

FROM THE ORGANIZER
If circumstances require, the organizer reserves the right to modify the General Terms and Conditions of Sale at any time (course, start times, race rules, and any other organizational matters related to the smooth running of the race, etc.).
In the event of force majeure beyond its control, unfavorable weather conditions, pandemics, or any other circumstances that endanger the safety of competitors, the organization reserves the right to:
Modify/postpone the start time by a maximum of a few hours.
Shorten or neutralize the event.
Stop the event.
Cancel the event

In the event of any changes, the organizer will endeavor to notify all registered participants by email, using the address they provided on the registration form. Any major changes will take effect immediately after notification, by any means, including publication of the revised version of these terms and conditions on the event website.

If the event is canceled due to force majeure or by prefectural decision for reasons beyond the organizer’s control, the organization shall be released from any recourse by the participants. The organizer reserves the right to inform participants of the conditions for postponing registration. The announcement will be made electronically to the address provided by the participant, on the event website, or on the day of the event, by microphone, or by posting at the reception and registration points.

A special draw will be held for all participants wearing the event jersey. The draw will take place on the Saturday afternoon of the event at 2pm.

If the winners are participants in the GRAVEL event (Saturday), they will be able to collect their prize immediately. If the winners are participants in the ROAD event, the prizes will be awarded on Sunday after the official ceremony for the ROAD courses, at around 2.30 pm / 3 pm.

Winners must collect their prizes in person on presentation of their license, identity card or race number. No prize will be sent, exchanged or given to a third party.

Specific regulations can be found on the “Practical Information” page of the event website.

All registrations are firm and final. It is forbidden to give or resell your bib.

With the exception of a medical impossibility justified by a certificate dated at the latest on the day of the event, a justified force majeure, or an exceptional condition * no refund will be made from the organizer .

What is an exceptional condition?
If circumstances so require, the organizer reserves the right to modify the General Conditions of Sale at any time (route, departure times, race regulations and any other organizational point linked to the smooth running of the event. test…).
In the event of force majeure beyond its control, too unfavorable climatic conditions, pandemics or any other circumstance endangering the safety of competitors, the organization reserves the right:

• To modify / postpone the departure time by a few hours at most
• To shorten or neutralize the ordeal
• To stop the ordeal
• To cancel the event

In the event of a change, the organizer will endeavor to notify all registered participants by e-mail, to the address they provided on the registration form. Any major changes made apply immediately after being notified, by any means, including by posting the revised version hereof on the event site.

If the event is canceled due to force majeure or by prefectural decision for a reason that does not concern the organizer, the organization is released from any recourse by the entrants *. The organizer reserves the right to communicate to the participant the conditions for postponing registration. The announcement will be made by e-mail to the address provided by the participant, on the event’s website, or on the day of the event, by microphone, posting on the reception and registration points.

* In case of cancellation for COVID-19, the organizer will propose postponement and refund conditions.

Eco-responsible behavior

You will cross beautiful landscapes, and, as in any place, it is strictly forbidden to throw away your waste (cans, papers energy bars, plastics etc.).
At each feeding station, as well as at the start and finish line, you will have selective waste bins for your waste. The organization reserves the right to exclude on the spot participants who throw their waste on the side of the road and do not respect these instructions. Those excluded from the race will also be removed from the draw.

Fair Play Behavior

Competitors not respecting the sportsmanship and “fair play” of the event, caught in a situation of fraud (lock not respected, early departure, route not respected, use or assistance of vehicles, etc), or having an irresponsible or even dangerous behavior or practice (holding disrespectful or insulting words, incivilitý, use of doping products, throwing objects, documents or waste, dangerous driving, violation of the highway code, etc) will be punished according to the case: time penalty, downgrading, exclusion from the event or even a ban from participating in other events organized by Chablais Léman Sport Organisation.

• Civil liability: the organizers have taken out a contract which covers their civil liability as well as that of the participants involved. It only takes effect on the official itinerary and for the duration of the event, for regularly registered participants, checked at the start, on the course and until the finish.
• Individual accident: The FFC licensees benefit from the individual accident insurance subscribed and attached to their license.

  For non-FFC licensees, the organization can take out individual accident insurance if the participant wishes. To do so, the participant must validate this option at the time of registration. The individual accident insurance is not mandatory but strongly recommended.

• Damage and material liability: neither the organizer nor its insurer covers any damage to the material and equipment of the participants, particularly in the event of a fall or theft, it is up to everyone to guarantee themselves.