Reliance Bank has been announced as this year’s sponsor for the Bathurst Cycling Classic’s criterium racing component, with Winners Sports Nutrition is the nutrition partner for the overall event.
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Last year, hundreds of cyclists from across Bathurst, NSW, Australia and the world competed in the Blayney to Bathurst, with the 100km course acting as a qualifier for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships – one of just two qualifiers in Australia.
This year’s event will act as a qualifier again and Reliance Bank Bathurst region branch manager Clinton Banks said he is looking forward too seeing so many cyclist compete in the event.
“We support the communities we live in,” he said.
“We were grateful for the opportunity to sponsor this event.
“It’s a NSW Cycling event and is published all across the state.”
Mr Banks competed in the Blayney to Bathurst last year.
“Even someone of my age and stature – I’m turning 60 – can compete,” he said.
“It just goes to show 70 kilometres is not that far. A little bit of training beforehand, most people will be able to do it.
“Don’t think you’re too old, or a little bit overweight. If I can do it, at my age, get out there and give it a go.
“Bike riding is a great way to keep fit and you’re sitting while exercising.
“It’s a great social ride and it’s also a very pretty ride.”
Bathurst Cycling Club’s Stephen Jackson competed in last year’s Blayney to Bathurst and in turn, qualified for the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships in France.
“That was a big target last year to qualify for France. It was huge,” he said.
“It was unbelievable. Arrival was perfect, the accommodation was perfect, the ride was perfect.
“The race was intense and, of course, it’s the home of cycling in France. Cyclist there are treated very well.”
He said the qualifier has added to the appeal of the event in Australia and even right across the world.
Registrations are open for the Bathurst Cycling Classic, which will be held over two days from April 21 to 22. It includes the Blayney to Bathurst that consists of a 70 kilometre short course and a 110 kilometre long course.
The 110 kilometre course will act as the qualifier and this year’s championship will be held at Varese in Italy.
The Bathurst Cycling Challenge also consists of the Hill Club at Mount Panorama, criterium racing within the city’s central business district and a Family Fun Day.
Volunteers are also needed for the event and information sessions will be held for interested participants.
For more information, visit www.bathurstcyclingchallenge.com.au.
