VICTORIA
GRAND PRIX
JULY 2023
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BC CRITERIUM CHAMPIONSHIPS
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RACE DAY
Check out the Cycling Action!
The AGENCY CYCLING FESTIVAL celebrates the bicycle in the areas sport, arts, and culture. Bicycle Racing Action will draw hundreds of participants and thousands of spectators in a 3 day stage race featuring the disciplines of Time Trial, Road Race, and Criterium. The 2022 event marks the return of the BC Criterium Championships, which will feature thrilling downtown racing around the BC Legislature. The event is the continuation of over 20 years of hosting bicycle race events in Victoria, BC. Since 1992, Victoria has hosted the 1994 Commonwealth Games Cycling events, World Cup Track, Provincial Road and Track Championships, Bastion Square Grand Prix, and Robert Cameron Law Cycling Series, which have spearheaded the carriers of some of Canada’s best cyclists and Olympians. The event is proudly supported by Cycling BC and Cycling Canada as a means to nurture and grow grass roots cycling, engage with the community, and act as a platform for the champions of the sport.
LATEST NEWS
THE EVENTS
SPRINT TIME TRIAL - JUNE 3
MOTUS CYCLING CLASSIC - JUNE 4
SPEED
The Time Trial is a 6 km race Known as the "Race of Truth". Riders race against the clock along the course at breakneck speeds of up to 60 km/hr. This year's race features a technical course in North Saanich. Whether you are a novice or expert cyclist, this event challenges everyone. This year features a "non-aero" format where riders will be racing on conventional road bikes in what is known as "Merckx Style."
What does this mean? NO AERO BARS, NO TT BIKE....it's just you and you're legs do the talking. That's why it's called the RACE OF TRUTH.
RACE ITINERARY
UNCONFIRMED START ORDER
First racer starts at 6:00 pm. (Start times will be posted June 1, 2022
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Paracyclist
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U13/U15 / U17 / U19 GIRLS
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U13/U15 / U17 / U19 BOYS
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Novice / CAT 4 WOMEN
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Master 65 + Women
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Master 55-64 Women
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Master 45-54 Women
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Master 35-44 Women
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Novice / CAT 4 MEN
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Master 65 + Men
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Master 55-64 Men
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Master 45-54 Homme Men
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Master 35-44 Men
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CAT 3 MEN
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CAT 1-2 MEN
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CAT 1-3 WOMEN
*Start interval will depend on number of total racers.
Click Map Below for Route Details
SPOKES
One of the most popular road race courses in Western Canada in back! The Motus Cycling Classic is a relentless course that will challenge all competitors. The riders will be racing multiple laps of a ten kilometer circuit starting at Rocky Point Road, followed by a right turn and steep climb up Liberty Road. Hundreds of spectators are expected to line both sides of the climb up the Liberty Road climb to cheer on their favorites and to urge the participants to finish this grueling race.
RACE ITINERARY
Start/Finish: Hans Helgesen Elementary School, 4983 Rocky Point Road, Metchosin, BC
Wave 1
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8:00 am Novice / Cat 4 / Cat 3 Men - 6 Laps 60 km
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8:05 am Masters 65+, 55-64 - 6 Laps 60km
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8:10 am Novice / Cat 4 / Masters 35+ Women - 5 Laps 50 km
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8:15 am Open Youth Boys/Girls - 4 Laps 40 km
Wave 2
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12:00 pm Elite Cat 1-2 Men - 10 Laps 100 km
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12:05 pm Masters 35-44, 45-54 - 8 Laps 80 km
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12:03 am Elite Cat 1-3 Women - 8 Laps 80 km
*Neutral Technical Support may vary from race to race depending on availability.
AGENCY GRAND PRIX - JUNE 5
SPANDEX
BC CRITERIUM CHAMPIONSHIPS
This is the “money” event — where elite and age group riders put everything on the line to claim primes (lap prizes) and cash prizes before a large rowdy crowd, just inches from the action, to be crowned BC Criterium Champion. Racing on a short, fully enclosed 1km metre loop around the BC Legislature, this European-style event features thrills and spills. Witness the “prime” and finish line sprints at Belleville street, or enjoy a bite to eat or a cup of java at the many “course-side” outdoor cafes along the route. Thousands of spectators line the route each year to watch riders reach speeds of 65 km/hr, side to side, wheel to wheel.
RACE ITINERARY
**Important Information on Licensing and Categories**
Riders must hold a current BC RACE license or a UCI Race License in order to race in all categories other than novice/beginner. Riders holding a “Cycling for All” license as well as riders who purchase 1 day event licenses may race in novice categories only when offered.
Riders racing a BC CHAMPIONSHIP race must have the appropriate race license category in order to participate. A rider with an Elite license may only race the Elite Championship. A rider with a Masters license may only race the Masters Championship. Novice / Cat 4 / Cat 3 licensed racers can opt out of the Championship and race their category instead as a non-championship race.
TENTATIVE RACE SCHEDULE
8:00 AM : 35 min + 3 Laps
Women Masters 35+ (CHAMPIONSHIP)
Women Cat 4 (Non Championship)
9:00 AM : 35 min + 3 Laps
Men Masters C & D 55-64 & 65+ (CHAMPIONSHIP)
Men Cat 4 (Non Championship)
10:00 AM : 45 min + 3 Laps
Men Masters A & B Men 35-44 & 45-54 (CHAMPIONSHIP)
Men Cat 3 (Non Championship)
11:00 AM - 60 min
Hop On Expo (Cycling BC)
12:15 AM : 35 min + 3 Laps
Junior Girls U19 / U17 (CHAMPIONSHIP)
1:15 PM : 35 min + 3 Laps
Junior Boys U19 / U17 (CHAMPIONSHIP)
2:15 PM : 45 min + 3 Laps
CAT 1-3 WOMEN - 40 min + 5 Laps (CHAMPIONSHIP)
3:30 PM : 50 min + 3 Laps
CAT 1-3 MEN - 50 min + 5 Laps (CHAMPIONSHIP)
kIDS
Get your kids signed up for the Cycling BC Hop On Expo. Our 2022 event includes a race track session for youth wishing to carve turns like the pros and skills & features session on the grass of the legislature. It also features some ability based races for kids who have some bike racing experience or want to test themselves.
Free prizes and lots of fun!
When: Sunday, June 5
Where: Belleville Street and Menzies Street (at the BC Legislature)
Parking: Free Vehicle Parking at the lot at Menzies and Superior.
Check-in: 10:45 am onwards
11:00am - 11:30am
Race Track Cohort (Ages 6-13)
Description: Race Track Session by expert coaches/guides that teaches kids some of the basics of bike handling and cornering.
11:30am - 12:00 pm
Ability Based Youth Racing : (Ages 12-16)
B Group (Beginner) - 8 laps (Recommended ages of 12 - 14)
A Group (Intermediate) - 10 laps (Recommended ages of 13 - 16)
Description: A fun but competitive race for kids who already have some bike road cycling experience or who wish to try their first race.
12:30pm - 2pm
Skills & Features: (Drop-In / All Ages)
What you'll need to participate:
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Your Bicycle (In safe working condition) (free rentals available)
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A properly fitting helmet
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To register - early
*IMPORTANT - All parents must sign an acknowledgment of risk form. Complete your registration online today (click here). In-person registration is also available at our Cycling BC tent.
If you have any questions, please email iRide@cyclingbc.net.
FREE PARKING
Free parking will be available at the Parking Lot at South West corner of BC Legislature on corner of Menzies Street and Superior Street.
