TERMS & REGULATIONS
-All participants are required to complete the Registration entry form with accurate and correct information. Incorrect or incomplete information will not be entertained.
-Participants who completed the Registration entry form agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the event that has been signed up.
-The Organizer reserves the right to accept or reject any entries without prior notice.
-Once the registration is being processed, there will be no refund for those who fail to show up for the race and/or withdraw from it.
-The race registration will only confirm when full payment of the entry fee has been made.
-The Organizer reserves the right to use any photographs or recordings of the participants for any commercial or advertising purposes without prior notice.
-The Race Director/Organizing Committee decision is final.
-All participants should pick up their Race Kits and Goodie Bag on the On-Site Race Registration Day which has been designated. Those who are unable to collect their Race Kits on that day, have to inform the Organizer in advance.
-All participants are required to attend the Race Briefing conducted by the Organizer.
-All participants must ensure that their race numbers are clearly visible at bike post.
-A participant may be disqualified for the following reason(s):
(a) Refusing to follow the rules and regulations and /or instructions given by the Organizer and/or Race Officials.
(b) Consumption of alcohol, stimulants or any kind of prohibited drugs 24 hours before the race.
-Any participants decided to withdraw from the race should report to the Race Officials.
-All participants are required to complete the Registration entry form with accurate and correct information. Incorrect or incomplete information will not be entertained.
-Participants who completed the Registration entry form agreed to abide by the rules and regulations of the event that has been signed up.
-The Organizer reserves the right to accept or reject any entries without prior notice.
-Once the registration is being processed, there will be no refund for those who fail to show up for the race and/or withdraw from it.
-The race registration will only confirm when full payment of the entry fee has been made.
-The Organizer reserves the right to use any photographs or recordings of the participants for any commercial or advertising purposes without prior notice.
-The Race Director/Organizing Committee decision is final.
-All participants should pick up their Race Kits and Goodie Bag on the On-Site Race Registration Day which has been designated. Those who are unable to collect their Race Kits on that day, have to inform the Organizer in advance.
-All participants are required to attend the Race Briefing conducted by the Organizer.
-All participants must ensure that their race numbers are clearly visible at bike post.
-A participant may be disqualified for the following reason(s):
(a) Refusing to follow the rules and regulations and /or instructions given by the Organizer and/or Race Officials.
(b) Consumption of alcohol, stimulants or any kind of prohibited drugs 24 hours before the race.
-Any participants decided to withdraw from the race should report to the Race Officials.
Whether you’re planning to cycle
leisurely with your family and friends or challenge yourself, there’s a ride
just for you!
Conditions of Entry
All entrants accept the rules below upon registering their entry. In order
to participate in the MARA Cycle Malaysia 2012, all participants must adhere to
the following:
- All participants must follow the designated route.
- Cycle safety helmets must be worn at all times during the events.
- Every entrant must ensure that their bike is roadworthy prior to the start.
- All participants in The Ride must be 10 years or older.
- For all participants under age 21, a parent or legal guardian must agree to fill in the specific consent waiver when registering .
- It is the responsibility of every participant to ensure that they are fit and healthy enough to complete the ride. If you are in any doubt, it would be advisable to consult your doctor.
In addition, please also note:
- The distances of all categories in brackets are approximate and the Organizer reserves the right to change them at any time if deemed necessary.
- The Organizer will not accept any liability for loss or damage to any individual's property or belongings.
- Enjoy your ride and have fun!
Approved Bikes in Mara Cycle Malaysia 2012
- Specialist time trial bikes, bikes with disk wheels, bikes with aero bars and fixies are not allowed for any events.
- Motorized vehicles, motorbikes, and scooters are strictly forbidden on the routes for any events.
- Only Mountain Bikes are allowed in the category A, B, and E race.
- Roadbikes, Fixie, BMX, single speed w/ 2 brakes bikes, Touring bikes and hybrid bikes are NOT allowed for The Category A,B and E sprint race
- For Fun ride under category F, all bikes, Conventional road bikes, mountain/trail bikes and folding bikes, Roadbikes, Hybrid bikes, bmx, fixie, tandem, single speed, kids bike with training wheels and balance bikes are allowed for ages 10 and below.
- Participants who attend the event with unapproved bikes will, unfortunately, be unable to participate.
Additional Rules And Regulations
- You may NOT ride under someone else's name or number under any circumstances.
- The event will take place regardless of bad weather and will only be cancelled, re-routed or stopped for safety reasons. The final decision on this will be made by the Event Owner and Organizer, Pro Trading & Production Sdn Bhd.
- Entry fees are not refundable or transferable.
- Children will be permitted to ride in a child seat with their parent or guardian, as long as the child is able to sit comfortably in a child seat with a width of 25cm or complies with the weight specifications of their own child seat. The Event Owner and Organizer, Event Sponsors or Co-Sponsors, appointed officials or staff will not be liable or responsible for any mishaps, injury or loss of life whatsoever that may occur in the course of, or as result of any child riding in a child seat during the event.
- Participants cycling with child seats will be the last to be flagged off.
Rules of the road
It is essential that participants follow rules of the road, as well as, the
direction of police, traffic management and event officials during the ride.
Riders must NOT:
Riders must NOT:
- Ride without a helmet.
- Ride dangerously or negligently.
- Use MP3 Players, iPods™, walkmans or mobile phones while riding.
In addition, Riders MUST:
- Keep to the left hand side of the road at all times, to allow for faster cyclists to pass on the right.
- Remain behind the lead vehicle and in front of the support vehicles at the very rear at all times.
Also Remember:
- Always ride in the same direction as the other cyclists.
- Use hand signals if turning left or right, or stopping.
- Always look behind before overtaking another rider.
- Participants should only ride single file, unless overtaking or where there is enough room remaining for other cyclists to pass on the correct side of the road.
- Do not ride in the gutter.
- It is the rider's responsibility to follow the sign-posted route.
Assistance
There will be stationary and mobile neutral services and medical support
provided throughout the ride. You MUST be wearing your event bib number to
receive support.
If you require support while on the route, you can use your own mobile phone to contact the Event Control Centre for medical assistance or you may advise a course marshal, police officer, event staff member or traffic management personnel, who will then call for assistance.
Medical personnel have the sole and final authority to remove a participant from the ride if the participant is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the ride.
If you require support while on the route, you can use your own mobile phone to contact the Event Control Centre for medical assistance or you may advise a course marshal, police officer, event staff member or traffic management personnel, who will then call for assistance.
Medical personnel have the sole and final authority to remove a participant from the ride if the participant is judged to be physically incapable of continuing the ride.
To reduce your medical risk, the Event Owner recommends the following:
- Drink plenty of fluid before and during your ride.
- If you are over 35 years of age and/or have not done much regular exercise, it is strongly recommended you have a medical check-up prior to the event.
- Undertake a proper training program to prepare for the event.
Safety Points
It is important for the safety of all cyclists participating in the event
that:
- All bikes are checked and serviced before the ride, to ensure they are roadworthy.
- You should be aware of cyclists around you.
- Cyclists are to keep to the left side of the road unless overtaking and are reminded to observe traffic rules at all times.
- Overtaking on the left of a cyclist is dangerous and is not allowed.
- Call out when passing fellow cyclists.
- You start in your allocated wave.
Insurance
This ride does not cover personal accident insurance. It is recommended that
you have personal accident insurance or health insurance.
Participants partake in this event at their own risk and the Event Organiser and Sponsors shall not be liable for any bodily injuries, loss and/or damage to property, whether personal or otherwise, and howsoever arising.
The Event Owner, Organiser and Sponsors will not be liable for the actions of participants or others, not employed by or acting on their behalf.
Participants partake in this event at their own risk and the Event Organiser and Sponsors shall not be liable for any bodily injuries, loss and/or damage to property, whether personal or otherwise, and howsoever arising.
The Event Owner, Organiser and Sponsors will not be liable for the actions of participants or others, not employed by or acting on their behalf.
Additional Terms and Conditions:
By
taking part in Mara ride 2012, participants agree to abide by these Rules and
Regulations. The Event Owner and Organizer reserves the right to modify the
Rules and Regulations in any way and at any time deemed necessary or
appropriate, without materially affecting the terms and conditions of this
cycling event. Participants shall not, without
prior written consent, give any interview or make, give or release any
statement for publication, or otherwise to be made public, by any means
relating to the event.
All participants consent to the use of imagery which may include them, in any record of the event or future promotion of the event. The Organizer reserves the right to use any photographs, motion picture, recordings, or any other record of this event and its participants for any commercial advertising including legitimate purpose.
All participants consent to the use of imagery which may include them, in any record of the event or future promotion of the event. The Organizer reserves the right to use any photographs, motion picture, recordings, or any other record of this event and its participants for any commercial advertising including legitimate purpose.
