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EVENT TIMETABLE SATURDAY 16TH APRIL 13:00 - 17:00: Event registration will be at the Conwy Quay, Conwy (LL32 8BB). You will need to attend registration in order to collect your registration pack, which will include your number and timing chip. We would encourage those who can, to register on the Saturday to avoid a rush on Sunday morning. If you’re registering on Saturday why not take time to have a look around the Gran Fondo Conwy Expo too. SUNDAY 17TH MARCH 06:00 - 08:30: Event registration will be at the Conwy Quay, Conwy (LL32 8BB). 07:00: Gran Fondo Mawr (104 miles) ​from 07.00 ​​​​​​​Breeze womens wave at 07:15 ​​​​​​​08:00: Gran Fondo Canol (70 miles) ​from 08.00 Breeze womens wave at 08:15* ​​​​​​​09:00: Gran Fondo Bach (42 miles) ​from 09.00 – 09:30 Breeze womens wave at 09:15* Riders are permitted to start at any time after these times, however groups of no more than 25 riders will be allowed to start together, groups will be set off at 3 minute intervals. Please take note of the cut-off times later in this document.

Croeso / WELCOME

Breeze Waves - We have teamed up with British Cycling to introduce the Breeze initiative to our events.

to the Gran Fondo Conwy, an epic cycle sportive in the heart of North Wales. This document contains all the information you’ll need to have a great day and a safe ride.

Breeze is the biggest program designed to get more women into cycling. The aim is to help thousands of women get on their bikes, and we’re very proud to be involved.

This document contains all the information you need to have a fun, and most importantly safe cycle sportive. All competitors must read the following race and safety information. We hope that you have a great day!

Each of the Gran Fondo Conwy Breeze waves will be led by a Breeze Champion. F I N A L

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Car PARKING

General Information

Please note, there is NO parking available at Conwy Quay (at the event registration, event village and start and finish area). Parking is available at various pay and display car parks in Conwy (see car park plan below). Please leave yourself time to cycle over. Full info on parking in Conwy can be found here - http://www.conwy.gov.uk/ doc.asp?cat=5360&doc=20726&Language=1

EVENT VILLAGE This will be located at Conwy Quay (the event start and finish; LL32 8BB). There will be lots to see and do for all the family, including; a bouncy castle, hot and cold food and drink including a hog roast, Red Boat Icecream, retailers, live commentary, and all of the event action. FREE BIKE CHECK: We are offering a fantastic free bike check facility. So, bring your bike down on Saturday between 13.00 and 17.00 if you want to get it checked over before you challenge yourself. GRAN FONDO CONWY EXPO: The Gran Fondo Conwy Expo will have a number of stands from our event partners, with information and goodies. The Expo will include the Always Aim High Store – We’ll be selling Always Aim High goodies, including buffs and T-shirts. We will also be selling High5 sports nutrition products, including bars and gels and lots of bits for your bike too! ENTERTAINMENT: All entertainment will be located in the event village. FAMILY RIDE / TOUR DE TEULU: Unfortunately there will not be a Teulu ride this year due to improvement works taking place on the footpath. FACILITIES: There will be ample portaloos in the event village (event start/ finish). EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY We are excited to be working with Mel Parry Photography, Dan Wyre Photography and http://www.sportpicturescymru.co.uk at this years event. You will be able to view and purchase great photos of yourself post event on their websites. EVENT T-SHIRTS if you haven’t ordered one already there will be a limited supply for sale at the Always Aim High Store over event weekend. EVENT GIVEAWAYS Random giveaways will be handed out as riders cross the finish line. Put it this way, the odds are definitely in your favour!

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2016 SAFETY BRIEFING

SPORTS MASSAGE Will be available in the event village. LITTERING Any person found littering will be immediately disqualified from the event and banned from all Always Aim High Events. Please respect the beautiful location you are riding in and dispose of any gels or bottles responsibly. You may dispose of your gel wrappers at the designated litter points with event marshals along the route, and/or at the feed stations. EVENT TIMING The event will be timed using TDL services electronic timing systems. It is compulsory for all riders to wear their timing chip, failure to do so will result in you not receiving a time. You will be required to fix a sticker to your seat post, which contains your timing chip. You will also be required to fix a number to the front of your bike with the cables ties provide. IMPORTANT - riders MUST cross the timing mats at Ruthin (Mawr) and Llansannan (Canol and Mawr) in order to record a result. FEEDSTATIONS Mawr (M), Canol (C) and Bach (B) routes. There will be a feedstation at Old Colwyn (B,C &M), Ruthin (M Only), Llansannan (C&M) and the Finish Line. There will also be an unmanned drinks station at Llanrwst (B,C &M)

HIGH 5 Storm the Orme Challenge The Storm the Orme or Gwibdaith y Gogarth as it’s known locally is a timed time trial circumnavigating the stunning Great Orme in Llandudno, giving you the opportunity to compete against the clock and your fellow riders. Uniquely, this time trial gives you the opportunity to ride the Orme in a clockwise direction, which is not normally possible. This will be the only competitive section of the event. IMPORTANT – there is a steep descent on the far side of the Storm the Orme challenge. You must exercise caution in this area and follow the warning signs and instructions given by marshals at ALL times. Please ensure you remain aware and avoid cutting corners which could result in you clipping the kerb.

cut off times There will be strict cut off times along the route. Mawr riders must arrive at the 37-mile point (Mawr/Canol split), before 10:30. After this time they will be directed on to the Canol Route. Similarly, Canol riders must arive at the 25-mile point (Canol/Bach split), before 11:15am. Any Canol riders arriving after this time will be directed on to the Bach route. Please respect these times in the interest of safety, thank you. Finally, chip timing will stop at 5pm. F I N A L

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All participants are required to read this safety briefing. The cycle route is clearly signposted. Marshals and signs will guide you at junctions and roundabouts. The Highway Code must be strictly obeyed. Give way to traffic at junctions and roundabouts, marshals are NOT there to stop traffic. You must obey all traffic lights, signals, signs and markings. Participants must ride single file at all times unless overtaking. There will be a number of feed stations along the route. These will be clearly signposted approx. 50m before on the approach. You can see the specific feed station location on the map on the website. Motorbikes will be present during the ride to support and guide. BIKE BREAKDOWNS You are expected to carry tubes, all tools and kit necessary for any on-route cycle repairs. It is also advisable to carry a mobile phone. There will be emergency bike repair personnel on the route, but you must not rely on this service. Emergency recovery vehicles will follow all three routes if you are unable to make it home. However, please bear in mind that if you are required to use these it may not be possible to transport you immediately back to the finish. Please come prepared though because the roads are much too nice for you not to enjoy them from your bike! Should you have an issue out on the course please inform the closest marshal and/ or call the event emergency number on 07527034308 Helmets – wearing of a cycling helmet conforming to CE standards EN1078 is mandatory for all riders to start. IMPORTANT CYCLE COURSE SPECIFIC HAZARDS: Mawr (M), Canol (C) and Bach (B) routes Descent on the High5 Storm the Orme Challenge – Steep and windy descent on the Orme. Please exercise extreme caution, be aware of other riders around you, slow down and obey signs and marshals instructions at all times. Refrain from cutting corners as this may result in you clipping the kerb. (M,C,B)

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Right hand turn in Abergele onto A5487 – Right hand turn onto busy road (A5487). Stop at the junction and exercise caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. (M,C) Road narrows up to Rhyd y Foel – Road narrows. Be aware of oncoming traffic (M,C,) Right hand turn onto B5381 – Stop at the junction and exercise caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. (B) Road narrows through Betws yn Rhos – Road narrows and there are blind bends and hills. Slow down and be aware of oncoming traffic (M,C) Cross busy road (A548) – Stop at the junction and exercise extreme caution when crossing. Be aware of traffic and other road users. Obey signs and instructions at ALL times. You must obey the highway code (M, C) Right hand turn onto B5428 - Stop at the junction and exercise extreme caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. Obey signs and instructions at ALL times. You must follow the highway code (C)

Steep descent into Llanrwst – Long steep descent. Please exercise extreme caution, be aware of other riders and traffic around you. Slow down and obey signs and marshals instructions at all times. (B, C,M) Through Denbigh town – Be aware of traffic and other road users through Denbigh town. You must follow the highway code. (M) Through Ruthin town - Narrow streets– Be aware of traffic and other road users through Ruthin town. You must follow the highway code. (M) Right hand turn onto B4501 in Cerrigydrudian - Stop at the junction and exercise extreme caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. Obey signs and instructions at ALL times. You must follow the highway code (M) Right hand turn onto A543 - Stop at the junction and exercise extreme caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. Obey signs and instructions at ALL times. You must follow the highway code (M)

Steep descent up to a junction in Henllan - Steep and undulating descent. Please exercise extreme caution, be aware of other riders and traffic around you. Slow down and obey signs and marshals instructions at all times. (C) Steep descent towards Llansannan - Steep and undulating descent. Please exercise extreme caution, be aware of other riders and traffic around you. Slow down and obey signs and marshals instructions at all times. (C) Steep descent after Llansannan hill climb – Steep and undulating descent. Please exercise extreme caution, be aware of other riders and traffic around you. Slow down and obey signs and marshals instructions at all times. (M,C) Right Hand Turn onto A548 at Llanddoged - Stop at the junction and exercise extreme caution when turning. Be aware of traffic and other road users. Obey signs and instructions at ALL times. You must follow the highway code. (B)

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RACE SIGNAGE Please pay attention to the following signs, which will aid your ride routing.

When the following signs are shown, there will be a necessity to reduce your speed, change direction or stop. ​​

That’s enough of the serious stuff! We wish you the very best of luck - have a great day and enjoy the course!!

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