Start Times

The ride Start/Finish is at Eastern Gardens, Geelong
8:15am: Rider briefing
8:30am: 120 km riders start
9:00am: 70 km riders start
9:15am: 28km riders start
9:30am  – 10:30am: 1km beginners loop FREE
10am  - 2pm: AustCycle clinic FREE

Aid Stations

120km riders - There will be four aid stations on the course: Portarlington, Queenscliff, Barwon Heads and Torquay Airport (Blackgate Rd)

70km riders - There will be two aid stations on the course: Barwon Heads and Torquary Airport (Blackgate Rd)

Bicycle Superstore mechanics and Torq nutrition bars and pre-mixed Torq electrolyte drinks will be available at the aid stations (one energy bar per person).

There will be freely available water at the Barwon Water drinking fountain in Eastern Gardens and of course you can always stop and purchase product from local businesses – look for the Amy’s Ride posters in their window

Route Details

Signage on the course in the way of pink directional arrows is provided to assist with navigation. Please familiarise yourself with the course you have chosen and refer to course maps.

Road Closure

The left lane only of Portarlington Road will be closed to motorists for approximately 15kms. To assist with traffic management, cyclists will need to converge into the cycle lane in several places and may need to stop to allow other vehicles to turn into/out of Portarlington Road. Please obey the marshals and traffic directions at all times.

Please also note:
•    It is compulsory to ride single file for 120km riders on Portarlington Road from Whitcombs Rd to the 80km sign leading into Portarlington
•    It is compulsory to ride single file for 70km riders on Grubb Road from Portarlington Road Roundabout to the Bellarine Highway
•    Signs will indicate these areas.

Event Photography

Look out for the Epsom Rd Studios photographers along the course in their fluoro vests and get your photo taken on the ride. Make sure you take note of the time on the clock positioned up the road from the photographer. As this will be how you search for your photo after the event.

Photos will begin to appear on the Epsom Rd Studio website from Tuesday 3 January and all photos should be available by Wednesday 4 January.

Don’t forget, $2 of each photo sale is donated to the AGF!

Bike Assistance

Prior to starting your ride visit the SRAM mechanics at the Ride Continental Drive Continental marquee for any last minute bike checks and tyre pumping. You can also find out all you need to know about bike and car tyre safety.

During the ride call the number on the back of your bib (the number is 0429 025 936) for mechanical assistance or;
    • Look out for the SRAM on-course mechanics who will be scouting the course
    • Bicycle Superstore will be at the aid stations for assistance

Please ensure you have your bike in good working order and carry a pump and at least two spare tubes.

If you have overestimated your capability for the day, there will be a SAG wagon that can pick you up and return you to Eastern Gardens – you will need to be patient as the SAG wagon follows the last riders.

Medical Assistance

The phone number for emergency medical support will be displayed on the back of the rider bib provided to each rider prior to the day of the event. The number is 0429 026 775

Start/Finish Area in Eastern Gardens

We encourage participants to stay and enjoy the festivities after the ride, including the 2012 Jayco Bay Classic taking place in Eastern Gardens from 11.15am. A range of entertainment will be provided in Eastern Gardens, including face painting, jumping castle and a big presence by AGF sponsors. There will be food and drink including the "Cafe in the Park", a live band, and toilets.

We look forward to catching up with you on your safe return from the ride, as you settle in for a relaxing afternoon. Come by and visit the AGF tent to check out the merchandise range available and familiarise yourself with our programs, initiatives, events and staff.

You are welcome to store your bike in the secure bike park next to the "Cafe in the Park" while you enjoy the Bay Classic and post ride festivities.

Course Map:

We thank the following partners for their generous support towards the Amy Gillett Foundation and Amy's Ride Geelong 2012

Major Partners

Event Partners

Supply Partners