Cape to Cape MTB - 2015 Riders Guide

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The event information in this guide is organised to assist you with planning your Cape to Cape MTB experience and a pleasurable time in the South West of Western Australia.

Our stages are detailed as accurately as possible, however last minute course changes do occur for a variety of reasons. Please check our Facebook page for last minute changes and updates to course alignments and spectator points. We have also highlighted some of the best parts of each days ride, identified some of the

Message from the Event Directors

Where have the years gone? A question asked of us by many people as we embark on year eight of Cape to Cape MTB and reflect on how the event has grown and developed, from very humble beginnings, to now being clearly the number one MTB stage race in Australia.

Putting together an event of this size and scope is a huge undertaking and would not be possible without the support of the Western Australian government. We are very pleased to announce that Cape to Cape MTB has secured further funding for the next three years, which takes us from 2015, into 2016 and for our tenth birthday celebration in 2017.

This support allows us to continue to develop the event and showcase the amazing trails and tourism of Western Australias incredible South-West region. As such, we would like to formally thank and recognise the support of:

Government of Western Australia Department of Regional Development

Royalties for Regions

Tourism Western Australia

As the years have gone on, we have also received incredible support from our major partners Shimano and Giant and we thank them immensely. Its great to see Shimano MD, Matt Bazzano, bringing over a group and smashing the course each year, especially the beach on day one! Giants support is also amazing through their commitment to Bike Mechanic service and also bring over elite riders such as the effervescent World Champion, Paul van der Ploeg.

Once again our camera crews will be out on the course to shoot our much-loved doco which will be screened on SBS 1 across Australia in late November. We really appreciate the support of SBS, particularly with our stand-alone

programming and recognition of mountain biking and Cape to Cape MTB. Riders and support crews will also be interested to know that our documentary is distributed internationally to some 132 countries, with over 500 million people (yes, half a billion) watching the program and taking in the incredible footage, scenery, the trials and tribulations of our participants and the experience that is Cape to Cape MTB.

In 2015, we have also started working with DPAW and the local MTB community in Margaret River to develop a new network of trails that will be released and showcased in future years. It is a pleasure to work with the dedicated local MTB community and we look forward to bringing their remarkable vision to fruition.

To the Augusta Margaret River Shire, City of Busselton, all of our support sponsors, venue partners, our new charity partner, Youth Focus, our course and event team, comms team volunteers, supports crews and of course the mighty riders who make this event such a great experience, we thank you, wish you safe riding and hope you have a brilliant time at Cape to Cape MTB.

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best spots for spectators to cheer on friends and family as well as support crew access. In a new addition for 2015, weve also included a shout-out to 2014s Honour Roll so that if youre riding, you know what time to beat!

Toward the back of this Guide, we outline everything you need to know in anticipation of your ride, including timing, awards, accreditation and safety. Please take some time to familiarise yourself, particularly with our start line systems and etiquette.

NAVIGATING THIS GUIDE

Message from the Event Directors 1

Message from the Minister 3

Whats for Dinner? 5

Sundown Shootout 6

Youth Focus and the Bike Dr 7

Where to be and When 8

Stage 1 10

Stage 2 12

Stage 3 14

Stage 4 16

contentsCourse Map 17

Whos Who 21

2014 Honour Roll 22

Cape to Cape MTB Awards 24

Tourism 25

The Beacon Award 26

What to Wear this Season 27

Important Ride Information 28

Services 30

Sponsors 33

Welcome to the extraordinary South West for the Cape to Cape MTB, one of the nations biggest multi-stage mountain bike races.

Now in its eighth year, the four-day event sees elite and recreational riders race 220km over four stages from the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse in Augusta to the Dunsborough Country Club, taking in Hamelin Bay and Margaret River along the way.

The race will also showcase some of the South Wests most iconic backdrops including its world famous surfing beaches, vineyards, rocky outcrops and national forests.

The Cape to Cape MTB is proudly supported by the State Government through Tourism WAs Regional Events Program, which is funded by Royalties for Regions.

Royalties for Regions invests in a variety of initiatives to help grow Western Australias regional areas into thriving and sustainable communities.

Tourism is a vital industry for regional Western Australia. In 2014, the total visitor spend in the State was $8.6 billion and $3.8 billion of this was spent in regional WA. The State Governments goal is to see the contribution of regional tourism increase to $4.75 billion by 2020.

Supporting events such as the Cape to Cape MTB will help us achieve that goal. Regional events generate valuable national and international promotion for regional Western Australia, provide a boost to the economy and add vibrancy to towns, making them exciting places to visit, as well as great places to live.

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Whats For Dinner?

What better way to finish a days ride than debrief with your new Cape to Cape buddies? Each year the Cape to Cape MTB hosts two dinner functions for riders, families and support crew to meet, mingle and share war stories over delicious meals and drinks.

Each function has its own style. Xanadu Wines plays host to the Friday Night dinner function for an elegant but hearty share table dinner. Being the world-class winery that Xanadu Wines is, if you attend this function you are guaranteed exquisite wine, a delectable 3 course meal and the traditional Cape to Cape MTB Quiz.

Xanadu Wines is renowned for its picturesque venue, award winning wines and top quality restaurant, boastings a new and improved menu. This function will be one you dont want to miss as Xanadu Wines creates a night that will showcase the best of the infamous Margaret River region.

Saturday 24 OctoberColonial Brewery

Osmington Road, Margaret River

TIME: 6:30pm(meals served from 7:15pm)

TICKETS: $30 per person

Its a merry crowd who gather at Colonial Brewery on Saturday night for some brews and a buffet banquet. Colonial puts on a spread that would make a king nervous. Oh, and dont forget the selection of award-winning craft beer that is on offer.

In August 2015, the lads at Colonial Brewing Co. took home gold at the Perth Royal Beer Show 2015 Awards dinner. WAs premier beer competition, the 2015 field was classed as one of the toughest in the events history. Only 22 commercial golds were awarded across over 300 commercial entries. Of these Colonial was awarded three golds (Draught Can Design, Draught in a Can, Pale Ale) as well as three silvers (IPA on Tour #8, IPA on Tour #9 [Released soon!], Small Ale Can Design) and three bronzes (Porter, Wheat, Draught in Keg). Whats more, Colonial was just shy of winning the Best WA Brewery Category, coming first runner up.

So join us for some upbeat entertainment and taste these beers for yourself to see what all the fuss is about!

Friday 23 OctoberXanadu Wines

Boodjidup Road, Margaret River

TIME: 6:30 8:30pm(meals served from 7:15pm)

TICKETS: $30 per person

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Sundown ShootoutMargaret River Pines

TIME: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

Sundown Shootout

Spectacular Spectating!They say change is as good as a holiday, so for 2015 we have given the Sundown Shootout a shakeup! We have been working hard to ensure the Sundown Shootout gives you the best chance to kick back and enjoy watching Australias best mountain bike riders in action.

For the past few years the Sundown Shootout has finished at the bottom of the infamous Whoop Whoop trail, where crowds have gathered around the berms and jumps to witness thrills, spills and see the champions crowned. This year an entirely new course will see a fresh spectating area built around the massive bowled berms of the Noodle Bowl trail. With the course forming a loop spectators will enjoy watching the riders sprint off the start line, then fight gravity as they hurtle around the berms and return to the finish line!

With pumping tunes from the Red Bull DJ and the top Cape to Cape MTB riders going full tilt, ensure that as the sun dips below the trees on Friday evening you are trackside at the Sundown Shootout!

Youth Focus and the Bike Dr

Youth Focus aims to put a stop to youth suicide and depression. Sadly, every week in Western Australia one young person is lost to suicide, incredibly a further 20 attempts are made. At the same time, thousands of young people quietly suffer the despair that anxiety, depression and self-harming brings to their lives.

The team of mental health professionals at Youth Focus gives young people the chance to live meaningful lives by providing them and their families with a range of FREE, unlimited and expert early intervention and prevention services. Funds raised through the partnership with the Cape to Cape MTB will support these life-changing, life-saving services and help to ensure they remain free to young Western Australians in need.

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The CourseThe 1.2km course will see riders starting from Noodle Bowl and sprinting 200m along a fireroad to drop into Rock N Root. This trail lives up to its name, with plenty of technical rocks and roots to test riders singletrack skills. A gentle climb up and out of Rock N Root will then bring riders to another 200m fireroad sprint, before dropping into the famous Noodle Bowl descent at speed and blazing down this fast and flowy trail to rail the massive berms and pass under the Red Bull arch to finish.

The FormatThe Sundown Shootout is contested by the Top 20 Men, Top 10 Women, a number of skilled special invites and the local riders from the Margaret River Off Road Cycling Association (who always seem to show up in fancy dress!)

After a practice session, each rider will have only one chance to lay down the fastest possible time. Up for grabs are critical time bonuses that count towards the Cape to Cape MTB overall, along with $2,500 in cold hard cash!

Who to WatchAll eyes will be on the 2014 Sundown Shootout champions Paul Van Der Ploeg and Em Parkes to see if they can back up their performances and once again sit in the Kings/Queens chair. Our hot tip is that former Cross Country Eliminator World Champion Van Der Ploeg will be unstoppable as he pilots his Giant XTC around this short course, while in the flying females the challengers wont be able to match Parkes superb singletrack skills! Will anyone be able to match the speed of these two short-track specialists?

Getting There and ParkingThe Margaret River Pines are located off Bussell Highway approximately 1.5km north of Margaret River. The entrance is an unsealed road approximately 250m to the south of Osmington Road, look for the signs on the western side of Bussell Highway.

When you reach The Pines please follow the signs and the directions of our parking marshals.

BikeDr is a mobile bike mechanic that services your bike while you work. Fully equipped with a workshop of tools and an inventory of quality parts, BikeDr is the most convenient bike servicing solution in Perth. As well as being a professional business, we are a Social Enterprise. BikeDr is fully owned by Dismantle, a not-for-profit organisation that uses innovative business strategies to fund its socially beneficial programs. BikeDrs profits are reinvested towards running engagement programs for at-risk young people in Western Australian. The programs furnish disadvantaged youth with real world skills and reconnect them with employment and education pathways in their communities. BikeDr will be offering custom bike cleans for $20, or $60 for all four days. Get your bike sparkly clean and help a great cause at the same time!

You will also be able to buy some funky Youth Focus Cape to Cape MTB collaboration socks at the event and wear them proudly on Stage 3 to show your support of Youth Focus. All proceeds from the sale of these socks will help Youth Focus continue to offer their free services.

So fellow Cape Crusaders, check out these essential wardrobe items, get yourself a pair and show your support for this wonderful charity.

For more information on Youth Focus, please contact [email protected].

2015 SEES CHARITY PARTNER YOUTH FOCUS WELCOMED INTO THE CAPE TO CAPE MTB FAMILY.

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Where to be and When

Wednesday 21st October 2015

TIME DESCRIPTION LOCATION11:00am - 7:00pm Rider Pack Pick Up Day The Common, Margarets Beach Resort

1 Resort Place, Gnarabup

Thursday 22ND October 2015 - STAGE 1

TIME DESCRIPTION LOCATION

9:00am Rider Pack Pick Up Opens Cape Leeuwin LighthouseLeeuwin Road, Augusta

12:00pm Riders Assemble for Official Welcome and Race BriefingCape Leeuwin LighthouseLeeuwin Road, Augusta

12:30pm Ride Start Cape Leeuwin LighthouseLeeuwin Road, Augusta

4:00pm Day One Presentations Hamelin Bay Holiday ParkHamelin Bay Road, Hamelin Bay

Friday 23rd October 2015 - stage 2


7:45am Riders Assemble for Race Briefing Hamelin Bay Holiday ParkHamelin Bay Road, Hamelin Bay

8:00am Ride Start in Staggers Hamelin Bay Holiday ParkHamelin Bay Road, Hamelin Bay

1:00pm Day Two Presentations Xanadu WineryBoodjidup Road, Margaret River

4:00pm - 6:00pm Sundown Shootout Margaret River PinesBussell Highway 2km North of Margaret River

6:30pm - 8:30pm Social Function Xanadu WineryBoodjidup Road, Margaret River

Saturday 24th October 2015 - stage 3


7:45am Riders Assemble for Race Briefing Xanadu WineryBoodjidup Road, Margaret River

8:00am Ride Start in Staggers Xanadu WineryBoodjidup Road, Margaret River

8:00am - 8:30am Margaret River Roll Out Margaret River Town CentreBussell Hwy

1:00pm Day Three Presentations Colonial BreweryOsmington Road, Margaret River

6:30pm - 8:30pm Social Function Colonial BreweryOsmington Road, Margaret River

Sunday 25th October 2015 - stage 4


7:45am Riders Assemble for Race Briefing Colonial BreweryOsmington Road, Margaret River

8:00am Ride Start in Staggers Colonial BreweryOsmington Road, Margaret River

2:00pm Final Presentations Dunsborough Country Club40 Gifford Road, Dunsborough

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STAGE 142kmSTART - CAPE LEEUWIN LIGHTHOUSEFINISH - HAMELIN BAYRider Brief 12.00 midday / Race Start 12.30pm

SPECTATOR POINTSSupport crew start your day by dropping your rider in the drop-off zone so they can warm up, then find yourself a parking spot. Stroll down to the lighthouse, grab a coffee at the Lighthouse Caf and soak in the atmosphere. Also, dont forget to wish your rider (or riders) good luck!

When the pack begins to assemble in the start chute, wander down to the corner of Leeuwin Road and Skippy Rock Road and from here watch the massive Cape to Cape MTB field thunder down from the start line and begin the gruelling 4km climb up Skippy Rock Road.

After the start, jump in your car and drive back up Leeuwin Road and through Augusta. Swing left onto Caves Road then look for Green Hill Road on your left. Follow Green Hill Road until the tarmac turns to gravel, then at this point park and walk on a further 100m to where our marshal is positioned. Here you will view riders flying down Green Hill Road at speeds nearing 60kph before they hit the brakes and negotiate a tricky left hand turn into the singletrack under the Karri trees.

Once your rider has passed, continue north on Caves Road for ~10km, then turn left into Cosy Corner Road and park. On the right you will see the open grassy fields of The Farm. Walk up to the top of the rise to watch riders get airborne across the crest and experience uninterrupted views as they continue across the fields below.

When you have watched your rider pass through The Farm, it is time to go and see their exhausted face at the finish line!

STAGE HIGHLIGHTSRiding wise it is hard to beat the insane speed of the Green Hill Road descent and the snaking grassy turns of Telstra Tower, however we feel the highlight of this stage is the scenery. Cape Leeuwin is a rugged, untamed corner of the world. The feeling of popping out onto the vast, empty stretch of Deepdene Beach and hearing the roar of the wild ocean is something else, and it certainly makes you feel fairly small!

OVERALL MALE TOP 51st 1:36:45 Mark Tupalski

2nd 1:36:53 Andy Blair

3rd 1:38:32 Chris Hamilton

4th 1:40:14 Paul Van Der Ploeg

5th 1:40:17 Dan McConnell

OVERALL FEMALE TOP 51st 2:07:40 Rebecca Henderson

2nd 2:09:52 Melissa Anset

3rd 2:13:10 Emily Parkes

4th 2:13:57 Juliet Plumb

5th 2:15:35 April McDonough

COURSE DESCRIPTIONThe 2015 Cape to Cape MTB will begin in the shadow of the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, with riders rolling out from the southernmost point of the Capes region to head north, covering 220km over the next four days to reach Cape Naturaliste.

A warning about Stage 1; while it may be the shortest of the Cape to Cape MTB all our returning riders will agree that it is by far the hardest. If you can conquer the steep climbs and sand that characterise Stage 1 then the remaining three days will be smooth sailing!

As you roll off the start line with over 1000 other riders take the chance to wave to the crowd and marvel at the spectacle, as once the initial 1km cruise down the tarmac is complete it is straight into the 3km gravel climb up Skippy Rock Road. While this climb doesnt have the steepest grade, the eager pace always ensures that it gets the legs hurting early on in the stage!

After cresting the climb there is no time for your heartrate to slow down, it will be kept high by airing off waterbars as the course plummets straight down into the forest west of Augusta. Once at the bottom use the bush trails to establish a pecking order, as at the 7km mark the appropriately named Heartbreak Hill looms. This 1.8km climb is steep enough, rutted enough and rooty enough to break the heart of even the toughest rider when they look up at it! It is an elite club who manage to make the top without getting off to walk, this is one nasty climb

The good news is that after Heartbreak Hill the mood lightens as you go hooting down the fast, flowing grassy turns of Telstra Tower. The bad news is that what goes down must come back up; this time a 2km long gradual climb up a fire trail will bring you back up onto the ridgeline.

Following the ridgeline you will soon pop out onto the tarmac for a quick 1.5km sprint before making the turn into the Green Hill Road downhill for some serious speed. Keep an eye on your speedo and see if you can clock 60kph, but remember to watch out for the tight left turn at the bottom!

You will then experience a quick singletrack dash through the Karri trees before climbing up to the Edgerton Warburton Farm. We highly recommend stopping at the water point to top up, as the tough stuff is still to come

Leaving the farm you will traverse an undulating trail, before you turn a corner and get your first glimpse of the ocean

far below. Keep your eyes on the prize, as straight after you see the ocean you will plummet down the Sand Highway; a dead-straight steep descent down compacted black sand.

As you begin to approach the beach the trail becomes increasingly steep, twisty and sandy. You will go from riding to snowboarding as you slide down the deep sand of the dunes then pop out onto vast open Deepdene Beach. The next 1.5km may well be the hardest of your life, as you will need to negotiate not only the sand but also a rivermouth crossing filled with quicksand! The difficulty of riding along the beach is dependent on the weather conditions.

On a bad day this exposed location experiences the full force of the powerful southern elements that blow straight up from Antarctica. A big swell makes it very tricky to ride along the hard sand near the waterline, as the waves wipe you out!

Just when you think it will never end you will leave the beach and trudge up into the backdunes. Luckily the ground firms up into black soil, as this 3km long section features some seriously steep pinch climbs up the secondary dunes as you make your way through the peppermint trees and out to Cosy Corner Road.

When you roll out onto Cosy Corner Road enjoy the short section of tarmac and spin out the pain out of your legs before you swing left to cross The Farm. Dont forget to muster up the energy to get some air over the first grassy rise, as this is a popular haunt for cheering spectators and our event photographers!

Cruise across the grassy farm, past the cemetery and up one short climb, then take a deep breath because once you turn right Hamstring Hill will be looking straight at you. This climb is not long, but if features a series of insanely steep sandy steps that will pull at your tired hammys!

Once you are over the top let your hamstrings relax as you roll down the other side, cross Hamelin Bay Road and enjoy the sweet singletrack down to the finish line. All that is left is to jump the speedbumps and do a wheelie over the finish line for the crowd!

When you finish, the Cape to Cape MTB staff will put a coloured dot on your numberplate. This dot indicates your starting wave for the remainder of the event. Congratulations, you are now one day down with only three to go! We recommend heading straight down to the beach for a refreshing swim in the crystal clear water to rid yourself of dirt and sweat.

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STAGE 257kmSTART - HAMELIN BAYFINISH - XANADU WINERYRider Brief: 7.45am / Stage Start: 8.00am

SPECTATOR POINTSStart the day by ditching your rider at the drop-off zone, then turn around and head north up Caves Road. Take a right into Sebbes Road and pull up at the Boranup Gallery. While the Cape to Cape MTB field struggle up the first road climb, treat yourself to a coffee or breakfast and have a browse through the local artwork in the gallery. Spectating today involves choosing your own adventure. Select from ocean views or beautiful forest!

If you select ocean views you will need to ensure that you are in position by 9:00am, so dont linger over coffee and cake for too long! Leave Boranup Gallery and continue north up Caves Road, then turn left onto Conto Road (keep an eye out for Lake Cave signage). Drive past Contos Campsite and continue down the hill on the unsealed road past Conto Springs. When you reach the bottom of the road at South Point park in the turnaround loop (please be careful not to block the road) and walk 100m back up Conto Road. Riders will approach from the east down the rugged rocky trail, drop onto Conto Road then begin the long climb up Conto Road. Please be mindful when leaving that the course follows Conto Road, so drive slowly and allow the riders plenty of room. NOTE: Please do not attempt to reach this spectator point after 9:00am, as you will be driving in against the flow of riders on course.

If you pick beautiful forest over ocean views turn right out of Boranup Gallery onto Caves Road, then take your first left onto Boranup Drive (unsealed). Drive south along Boranup Drive for ~1.5km until you see course signage. Park off to the side of the road and enjoy the view of the riders darting through the singletrack. Please be alert of riders on course when in this area, and take special care to preserve the flora.

After you have watched your rider pass by the point you selected it is time to join them for lunch on the grass at Xanadu Winery.

STAGE HIGHLIGHTSIt is hard to beat the trails in Boranup Forest as the place just has it all; fun flowing singletrack crafted from perfect grippy soil that winds around a magnificent Karri forest for 15km It simply doesnt get much better! An honourable mention goes to the Brozie Road descent however as it is a whole lot of fun going flat out, flying off the waterbars and pinging through the rocky sections at the bottom.

OVERALL MALE TOP 51st 2:02:50 Paul Van Der Ploeg

2nd 2:02:51 Shaun Lewis

3rd 2:02:51 Andy Blair

4th 2:02:51 Reece Tucknott

5th 2:02:52 Brendan Johnston


2nd 2:25:52 April McDonough

3rd 2:25:56 Melissa Anset


5th 2:30:14 Steff Van Amerongan

COURSE DESCRIPTIONCompared to Stage 1s short steep climbs and soft sand, the second stage of the Cape to Cape MTB has a distinctly different personality. The first half of Stage 2 features a smorgasbord of singletrack through the stunning Boranup Forest, while the second half opens up onto flatter gravel roads along the rugged coastline and through the famous wineries of the Margaret River region.

After leaving the start line at Hamelin Bay you will get straight into a 4km long road climb that will punish those who forgot to warm up. When you get close to the top, try to forget the hurt for a second and turn around to take in the amazing view behind you!

Once the first climb has passed under your tyres, you will cruise through a series of forest tracks that bring you to the first epic piece of singletrack: the Sam Hill Downhill. This trail is sure to put a smile on your dial with high speeds, swooping corners and the most perfectly grippy Karri loam under your tyres.

The Sam Hill Downhill spits you out onto Caves Road for a 3km spin up the tarmac before you enter Boranup Forest. If 3km of powering along the road hasnt taken your breath away, we guarantee the beauty of this forest will! To make things even better, under the canopy of the towering Karri trees lies 15km of loamy singletrack. Starting out with the more mellow trails of 2 Pints of Guinness and Emu, the tempo will rise as you duck and weave through favourites including Tunnel Run, Lord of the Rings and Donovan.

The final hurrah is the narrow snaking trail of Quarry Run before you pop out onto the firetrail at the end where a steep pinch climb will rudely awaken you from a state of singletrack zen!

Zipping along 2km of forest trail will then bring you to the dead straight run along Brozie Road. Up first are a few mellow climbs, then as soon as you glimpse the ocean in the distance you will start hurtling down towards it. Prepare to jump waterbars and pinball through the limestone rock gardens that lie at the bottom, waiting to catch out the riders whose eyes are glued on the waves!

Next up you are faced with a long gradual climb out past Conto Springs, where luckily you will experience some great ocean to ease the pain. Once things flatten out you will take a left into Bobs Hollow. This trail starts off with a series of undulating compacted sand hills, then becomes more technical as you are forced to navigate pointy limestone rock.

After you survive the rocky section a short sandy burst will bring you to cross Caves Road. Continuing east you will splash through a few water crossings on your way to Calgardup Road, then the course flattens right off as you head up Thomson Road past green pastures.

From here you will spend the final 10km traversing the famous vineyards of Margaret River. Beginning with a dash across Leeuwin Estate, you will pass their cellar door before heading across to Voyager Estate and riding through the vines below their beautiful gardens.

Popping out onto Boodjidup Road the final 3km are a mad sprint along the winding tarmac driveway of Xanadu Estate to reach the finish arch next to their cellar door lawns. The good news is that the chefs at Xanadu always provide the most delicious food for refuelling, so park your bike and recover with a picnic on the grass.

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STAGE 358kmSTART - XANADU WINERYFINISH - COLONIAL BREWERYRider Brief: 7.45am / Stage Start: 8.00am

SPECTATOR POINTSDrop your rider off at Xanadu Winery, then head into Margaret River town. Find a park in the back streets and pull up a chair at one of the numerous cafes along the main street. The spectacle of the entire Cape to Cape MTB field thundering down Bussell Highway as a group is not to be missed!

We suggest taking a day off following the race today, as with the course weaving through tight singletrack for most of this stage spectating opportunities are limited. Instead, spend your morning at the Farmers Markets and exploring the shops along the main street.

Around 11:00am head across to the finish line at Colonial Brewery by continuing north up Bussell Highway and turning right into Osmington Road. Pull up at the picnic tables in the beer garden and be a hero by having an icy cold Colonial ale waiting for your rider once they cross the finish line!

OVERALL MALE TOP 51st 1:54:49 Brendan Johnston

2nd 1:54:49 Paul Van Der Ploeg

3rd 1:54:50 Chris Hamilton

4th 1:54:54 Mark Tupalski

5th 1:56:02 Andy Blair

OVERALL FEMALE TOP 51st 2:17:09 Emily Parkes

2nd 2:19:24 Melissa Anset

3rd 2:21:01 Rebecca Henderson


5th 2:25:12 Sarah McLachlan

COURSE DESCRIPTIONFor lovers of singletrack, Stage 3 is THE stage of the Cape to Cape MTB. While the other stages are long distance point-to-point courses that move towards Cape Naturaliste, Stage 3 twists and turns around the Margaret River town, taking in all the best singletrack in the area.

The stage begins at a mellow pace with an 7km untimed rollout from Xanadu Winery that will take you down the main street of the Margaret River town. Take a moment to appreciate the comradeship of the riders in the Cape to Cape MTB field, and to do a wheelie for all the spectators lining the street!

Things get a little more serious after crossing the official start line on Carters Road. The first section is a 7km loop that will take you through the leafy green undergrowth alongside the banks of the Margaret River. With several short sharp climbs this initial loop will quickly establish the pecking order!

Crossing Carters Road, the course will then enter the Pines area and take in the Farm Run, before heading out on the 7km Burnside Loop that features some muddy water crossings and plenty of high quality singletrack.

Back into the Pines, you will then head across for the magic of Big Pine. Get your vocal chords prepared before you drop in, as it is impossible to ride this trail without letting out a few whoops as you enter a state of complete and utter flow!

After Big Pine you will need to work a little harder to keep the flow going as you move into the more technical Rock N Root then onto the other trails of Compartment 10. Leaving this area with a quick blast along the Rails Trail you will then experience more great singletrack through Wharncliffe Mill that will bring you back to Carters Road for a second crossing.

A speedy run along forest trails will bring you to the crossing of Bussell Highway at the base of the Margaret River town, before following the banks of the Margaret River for a kilometre or so until you cross the river and begin to head north towards the finish line at Colonial Brewery.

A good old climb will bring you onto the 10km long fire trail that runs out towards Colonial Brewery. Undulating for the first 7km, right at the end you will experience a big descent, and of course following every descent is a big up! One Last Hill will wring the last little bit of energy from your legs and make sure you have earnt your beer before you cross Osmington Road and sprint the last 1km into the finish line in the beer garden of Colonial Brewery. We highly recommend grabbing yourself a Kolsch and pulling up a seat at the outdoor picnic tables. Only one more day to go!

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STAGE 464kmSTART - COLONIAL BREWERYFINISH - DUNSBOROUGH COUNTRY CLUBRider Brief: 7.45am / Stage Start: 8:00am

SPECTATOR POINTSFrom Colonial Brewery jump on Bussell Highway and head north. Just before you reach Metricup Road pull off and find a place to park. On the eastern side of the road you will see the riders come out of the Churchview Estate vines and round the dam before they cross Bussell Highway. Note: please be very cautious when parking and on foot in this area, as this is a busy road with a 110kph speed limit.

If the crowd is too big at Churchview, consider heading around the corner onto Metricup Road. 100m up from Bussell Highway park off the road and watch the riders negotiate a steep slippery descent down onto the tarmac.

After your rider has passed, enjoy some country scenery on your way up to Dunsborough by following Puzey Road, Thornton Road and Commonage Road rather than going up the highway.

When you get to Dunsborough, follow the signs for event parking off Gibney Street. Park and walk up the fairway alongside the dual slalom track to see riders tackle this final piece of singletrack before they reach the finish line, then wander back down to congratulate your rider and soak in the festival atmosphere at the Dunsborough Country Club.

OVERALL MALE TOP 51st 2:17:04 Dylan Cooper

2nd 2:17:11 Reece Tucknott

3rd 2:17:52 Rowan Brown

4th 2:19:53 Andy Blair

5th 2:19:53 Chris Hamilton

COURSE DESCRIPTIONAs the longest stage of the Cape to Cape MTB, Stage 4 seems very intimidating. Dont fear though, this stage is void of any major climbs and features plenty of fast open trails. With two great sections of singletrack through Middle Earth and Meelup in the mix, Stage 4 is a great way to cap off four big days of riding!

Leaving the start line, the course sets tack directly north towards Cape Naturaliste, traversing gravel roads through farmland and fire trails through native bushland. At the 15km mark comes the first taste of singletrack as you enter Middle Earth. For 5km you will be ripping through fast berms and in-and-out of a creekline, with plenty of opportunities to test your bike handling skills.

Once you conquer Middle Earth, the course takes a turn to the west and ducks through the Churchview Estate vineyard, skirting their dam to come to the crossing of Bussell Highway. A quick blast down a singletrack to the west of the highway and through some bushland will then see you negotiate a tricky steep roll onto Metricup Road. A 2km taste of tarmac follows, before you will peel off the road and through a series of forest trails to continue north.

After crossing over Yelverton Road the course passes through the Yelverton Forest for 5km, before re-joining the tarmac. For the next 15km you will wind through the rural outskirts of Dunsborough, with short burst of gravel road and singletrack breaking up the tarmac slog.

Reaching Dunsborough, you will cross over Caves Road then climb up Cape Naturaliste Road to reach the second network of singletrack of the stage in Meelup. Beginning with a fire road climb to reach the highest point of the trails, the following 5km will see you negotiate the trails of the Dunsborough MTB Skills Development Park as they wind their way down and around the Dunsborough Country Club golf course. These trails just get better every year, as the local mountain bike club replace slippery pea gravel with sticky clay and build more berms and technical rock features. Highlight trails will include the eye-wateringly fast Fireys Descent and the Dual Slalom Run, which is a perfect opportunity to execute a last minute overtake on your mates!

You will pop out at the bottom of the Dual Slalom Run onto the 18th fairway of the golf course for a final sprint down to the finish line. Once you have passed under the finish arch, give yourself a pat on the back as you have made it to the end of the Cape to Cape MTB!


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Whos Who

Every year the Cape to Cape MTB attracts a formidable field of elite riders from across Australia and the world. When you attend the Cape to Cape MTB, our wonderful Weekend Warriors ride in the same field as Olympians, World and National Champions!

Feel free to hit these guys up for a few tips! If you cant keep up with them during the stages, make sure you head on down to the Sundown Shootout to watch them in action.

The Flying FemalesThe ladies are on a charge! Over the last few years the women have crept up the Cape to Cape MTB results sheet and infiltrated the top 50 overall places. With the depth of the elite field, a top 100 finish is a major achievement for anyone, so this just shows how formidable the elite women are at turning over the pedals!

Leading the charge has been Swell Specializeds Jenny Blair (nee Fay), who can regularly be seen with her head down towing some rapid male elites along! In her overflowing trophy cabinet Jenny has the trophies for winning the 2012 & 2013 Cape to Cape MTB, but was unable to return to Margaret River and defend her title in 2014 due to illness. 2015 has already been a good year to Jenny, in May she took apart the Port to Port MTB field, winning by over 20 minutes!

With Blairs absence from the 2014 Cape to Cape MTB, Rebecca Henderson stepped in and took the title in convincing fashion. Henderson is a specialist at the shorter distance Cross Country Olympic format, who spends the majority of her year competing in the World Cup series for the Trek Factory Racing Team. She is a formidable competitor, with an Under 23 World Cup Series title and a host of race wins to her name. The question is will Henderson be able to match an in-form Blair across four long-distance stages? It will be a tall order for her to be able to go wheel-to-wheel with stage race specialist Blair after coming off a long World Cup series campaign. For Bec the Cape to Cape MTB represents her idea of a summer holiday, but dont think for a second she wont be going for it once the race begins!

Looking to claim their first Cape to Cape MTB title and upset the renowned Blair and Henderson will be Peta Mullens (SRAM Yeti) and Em Parkes (Torq Merida). Mullens is a smiling assassin who is a threat on any type of bike, with notable wins in everything from Cross Country Olympic to Gravity Enduro, Cross Country Eliminator and even the 2015 Australian Road Championship! Her last visit to the Cape to Cape MTB was in 2013 when she placed 4th, but since then she has gone from strength-to-strength and will return as a legitimate threat to the title. The wildcard is up-and-comer Em Parkes. This young rider is renowned as the best bike handler in the womens field, her technical and jumping skills are seriously impressive! Placing 3rd in the 2014 Cape to Cape MTB (aided by a 1 minute credit from the Sundown Shootout), Em has previously lacked the motor to compete with the top girls on the more open stages, but with another year of racing in the legs she could easily be in the mix at the front of the pack.

One thing is for sure, it is an exciting time for womens mountain bike racing and the battle for the 2015 Cape to Cape MTB title will be hotly contested by the ladies!

The Fight for the Willo MedalThe name on everyones lips at the moment is Mark Tupac Tupalski. The Torq Merida rider had a breakout ride to win the Cape to Cape MTB in 2014, and has carried on with momentum. For the past 12 months Tupac has ridden on another level to the rest of the mens field, as was demonstrated by his comfortable win at the 2015 Port to Port MTB. However as is the case with many top MTB riders (including 2012 Cape to Cape MTB champion Lachlan Norris), the road cycling world has come knocking. Tupac hopes to return to Margaret River to defend his Cape to Cape MTB title, but with a long list of road cycling commitments to attend to it will be a last minute decision for him.

If Tupalski isnt on the front row of the grid at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse, there will be many sets of wheels eager to take his place. First to step up to the plate

will be his Torq Merida team mate Chris Hamilton. Placing a strong 3rd overall at the 2014 Cape to Cape MTB, Hamo is a strong climber who could take the field apart on Stage 1 and gain an unbeatable lead. Chris showed a hint of his ability at the inaugural Port to Port MTB in 2014, when he very nearly dethroned stage race master Andy Blair, but has yet to repeat this performance. After a strong season including impressive World Cup results, the 2015 Cape to Cape MTB could be his time to shine.

And who can forget Andy Blair? With several lacklustre performances in the past 12 months (by his lofty standards), Blairy has joked that perhaps he is getting too old to compete with the young guns and needs to focus more on enjoying the ride. However once the start gun goes off the Swell Specialized rider is as fiercer competitor as anyone, and definitely wont be giving an inch or simply going for a casual ride! Will we see the stage race king return to sit on his throne?

It is often the case that Stage 1 decides the race, with the rider who conquers the steep climbs and infamous beach needing only to preserve their lead (by not blowing up or having a mechanical) for the remaining 3 stages to take home the crown. The man most likely to challenge this formula is Giant Australia rider Paul Van Der Ploeg. The winner of Stage 2 last year on his way to 4th overall, the big man packs more watts than any other rider in the field! On a good day Van Der Ploeg could tear the pack apart on an open stage with his sprinting skills. Not just a powerhouse, his singletrack speed means he is also likely to benefit from time credits at the Sundown Shootout. On a confidence high after taking out the Cyclocross National Championships, will Paul drop a watt bomb on the rest of the field and stomp his way to the title?

Who has the form? Will Stage 1 prove decisive? Or will the new Stage 3 throw a spanner in the works? We will just have to watch as the 2015 Cape to Cape MTB unfolds and wait until the leaders reach the Dunsborough Country Club to find out who will take home the 2015 James Williamson Medal!

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RACE NAME TIME

1 1259 Hilton McMurdo 8:40:172 1134 Frans van Zyl 8:57:47

3 32 John Henderson 9:09:30

4 718 Stephen Marks 9:24:15

5 752 Derrick McKenzie 9:38:346 483 Ray Giddins 9:42:56

7 796 Paul Muldoon 9:52:26

8 399 Dave Dyson 9:52:26

9 1135 Paul Vandeleur 10:00:37

10 888 Phillip Price 10:00:4511 324 Sean Crummey 10:05:58

12 709 Ken Mann 10:09:4313 938 Brett Roberts 10:11:13

14 1207 Richard Williamson 10:11:5115 953 Bernie Rose 10:13:28

16 1110 John Travers 10:13:29

17 781 Tim Mollison 10:14:39

18 798 Anton Muller 10:20:33

19 288 Mark Codner 10:28:37

20 1288 Kevin Nichols 10:29:3121 452 Pete Frawley 10:38:43

22 395 Stephen Dunkley 10:43:54

23 872 David B Phelan 10:44:19

24 208 Wayne Bradshaw 10:45:25

25 348 Mark de Castro 10:48:06

26 1097 Murray Thornton 10:51:06

27 661 Paul Lander 10:51:13

28 334 Neil Dall 10:51:37

29 600 Steve Hutchinson 10:52:1830 658 Johan Labuschagne 10:53:3531 740 Scott McDermott 10:56:1132 883 Richard Poole 10:56:1133 1295 Philip Stevens 10:57:35

34 1067 Duncan Sullivan 10:58:5235 999 Keith Shugg 11:00:3536 793 Bob Motherwell 11:00:36

37 665 Alain Lapelerie 11:03:17

38 164 Andrew R Bell 11:04:01

39 1046 Paul Stewart 11:04:15

40 1219 Frank Wittwer 11:04:28

41 529 Mark Hannaford 11:06:12

42 337 Rohan Davies Moore 11:06:33

43 688 Mike Longman 11:06:48

44 1094 Mike Thorman 11:07:53

45 760 Paul McQuade 11:09:3446 485 Hein Gildenhuys 11:16:26

47 151 Frank Bate 11:19:13

48 877 Damian Pike 11:23:08

49 225 Mick Brown 11:23:3750 306 Bernard Corbett 11:25:18

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1 4 Mark Tupalski 7:54:13

2 1 Andrew Blair 7:55:11

3 5 Chris Hamilton 7:56:08

4 11 Paul Van Der Ploeg 7:56:48

5 2 Brendan Johnston 7:59:07

6 8 Reece Tucknott 7:59:407 560 Dave Hind 8:03:05

8 34 Ben Forbes 8:05:21

9 15 Ben Henderson 8:06:47

10 24 Tom Goddard 8:08:58

11 18 Rowan Brown 8:14:55

12 13 Rohin Adams 8:18:33

13 14 Dylan Cooper 8:19:11

14 6 Shaun Lewis 8:22:05

15 10 Craig Cooke 8:24:33

16 19 Michael Willacy 8:24:5917 689 Ian Longville 8:29:25

18 22 Ethan Kelly 8:32:1119 527 Matt Hand 8:35:10

20 349 Nico de Jong 8:37:5921 143 Luke Banham 8:38:55

22 3 Daniel McConnell 8:38:5623 21 Daniel McDonald 8:40:2824 12 Josh Carlson 8:43:01

25 135 Bradley Babel 8:45:39

26 776 Andrew Milliner 8:47:22

27 779 Aaron Milward 8:48:29

28 548 Stu Helm 8:51:51

29 1316 Peter Butt 8:52:14

30 301 Nav Coole 8:54:20

31 919 Robbie Rhodes 8:54:31

32 220 Grant Brow 8:55:23

33 1025 Marco Spada 8:55:5634 558 Glen Hill 8:56:04

35 896 Patrick Quinaln 8:59:4036 1318 Michael Ronning 9:00:4837 1208 Dayne Willing 9:03:16

38 1041 James Stephenson 9:04:20

39 146 Simon Barron 9:04:30

40 1138 Matt Veleff 9:05:0141 1206 Ashley Williams 9:05:24

42 939 Jason Roberts 9:05:25

43 549 Dan Helm 9:05:36

44 631 Nathan Jones 9:06:50

45 692 Joshua Lovegrove 9:07:05

46 415 Samuel Ervin 9:07:36

47 27 Declan Von Dietze 9:07:4948 981 Lee Scurlock 9:08:2749 1120 Matthew Turei 9:09:30

50 817 Justin Nicholls 9:12:14

RACE NAME TIME

1 509 Jon Gregg 8:18:01

2 177 Luke Beuchat 8:34:563 1305 Matt Dec 8:35:334 29 Darren Smith 8:38:19

5 17 Simon Dec 8:40:386 1196 Damon Wicki 8:45:237 1091 Damian Thomson 8:51:19

8 1290 Jason Morgan 8:51:41

9 112 Nick Algie 8:54:4110 536 David Harris 9:01:15

11 643 Michael Kerklaan 9:02:5412 928 Jeremy Riggall 9:04:02

13 1085 Shane Thomas 9:05:30

14 1057 Tobias Strunk 9:06:58

15 407 John Elliott 9:08:49

16 236 Steve Bunton 9:10:27

17 708 Oliver Mann 9:12:40

18 440 Werner Folscher 9:14:0119 636 Darren Joynes 9:15:53

20 327 Craig Cummings 9:15:56

21 344 Michael Dawson 9:16:1222 855 Blaise Paris 9:16:57

23 1218 Darren Withers 9:17:33

24 196 Pygmy Bomana 9:17:47

25 884 Lance Portman 9:19:1126 436 Evan Floyd 9:20:01

27 505 Daniel Gray 9:20:25

28 738 Bruce McCracken 9:22:23

29 786 Chris Morgan 9:23:38

30 890 Paul Prottey 9:25:03

31 597 Paul Hutcheon 9:25:1732 186 Paul Black 9:25:5533 331 Teague Czislowski 9:28:4734 255 Francisco Caca 9:29:5435 475 Paul Gardner 9:31:22

36 298 Hywel Cook 9:33:44

37 1330 Steve Courtice 9:34:1738 791 Fraser Morrison 9:35:05

39 1099 Karl Thorstensen 9:35:45

40 614 Werner Janse Van Rensburg 9:36:14

41 412 Richard Enthoven 9:40:4842 223 Justin Brown 9:41:07

43 1007 Vaughan Sketcher 9:42:0144 1331 Orion Riggs 9:42:18

45 842 Matthew Owen 9:44:23

46 1251 Paul Rosser 9:47:12

47 633 Chris Joyce 9:47:3148 654 Stephen Korompay 9:47:4049 1107 Philip Topp 9:48:20

50 1191 Chris White 9:48:29

RACE NAME TIME

1 601 Robert Ilchik 9:52:342 695 Malcolm Lynn 9:56:133 918 Robert Rhodes 10:11:23

4 435 Bert Floss 10:21:10

5 524 Murray Hall 11:05:11

6 590 Nick Hughes 11:14:317 1190 Paul White 11:49:02

8 387 Nathan Ducker 11:51:289 370 Kevin Donovan 12:05:4310 189 David Blair 12:07:06

11 1197 Bruno Wicki 12:15:2712 242 Greg Burrow 12:16:30

13 302 Pat Coolican 12:33:2114 140 Geoff Baker 12:36:3415 1011 Geoff Smith 12:37:3916 1114 Walter Tresnak 13:06:47

17 946 Gordon Rodgers 13:26:02

18 1040 Robbie Stephenson 13:28:43

19 732 David Mayne 13:33:20

20 800 Christopher Muller 13:48:29

21 314 Graham Cragg 13:51:00

22 105 Peter Addison 13:57:14

23 869 Gary Pearse 14:10:44

24 725 Wayne Matthews 14:19:26

25 339 Bill Davis 14:29:51

26 1074 George Tate 14:45:37

27 525 Peter Hall 15:09:01

28 1117 Peter Tuck 15:16:1829 1246 Ian Pavey 15:38:08

30 774 Geoff Michell 16:49:4331 1159 Richard Wait 19:48:58

RACE NAME TIME

1 134 Marie-Claude Baars 10:02:46

2 400 Alison Dyson 10:14:59

3 801 Kea Mumford 10:58:424 1122 Kaye Turner 11:50:185 640 Christine Keir 12:01:156 443 Alison Forbes 12:27:11

7 917 Debra Renn 12:58:56

8 1180 Judy Wenban 13:14:50

9 227 Jennifer Brown 13:22:03

10 1312 Diane James 13:33:36

11 458 Dianne Fry 13:36:04

12 719 Barbara Marks 14:05:35

13 417 Caroline Evans 14:44:21

14 188 Sue Blackmore 15:13:2915 264 Lauren Cartledge 15:24:16

16 512 Janet Griffiths 15:33:0017 544 Gina Hatcher 16:15:2118 772 Kristen Metcher 18:11:1219 550 Shelley Hemmings 19:28:31

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1 219 Susan Brow 17:07:39

RACE NAME TIME

1 52 Rebecca Henderson 9:24:042 53 Melissa Anset 9:33:50

3 54 Emily Parkes 9:39:10

4 55 April McDonough 9:45:365 58 Claire Garcia-Webb 9:59:006 215 Clare Brockett 10:11:437 754 Sarah McLachlan 10:16:028 1092 Rebecca Thomson 10:39:509 1187 Fiona Whelan 10:45:59

10 209 Camilla Brent 10:50:15

11 790 Sharon Morris 10:52:07

12 1051 Rowena Stockton 10:54:3213 398 Sarah Dunnage 10:58:26

14 628 Jo Johnston 11:05:41

15 268 Tracey Chapman 11:14:4116 459 Ingrid Fuhrmann 11:17:46

17 434 Martina Flinn 11:18:55

18 1024 Kat Southall 11:19:3819 1333 Sophia Erhard 11:34:06

20 388 Shannon Ducker 11:57:5321 1237 Cathy Young 12:02:02

22 1100 Lani Thygesen 12:44:48

23 1054 Tammy Stone 12:44:53

24 809 Melanie Myden 12:47:17

25 1068 Paulette Sullivan 12:49:40

26 121 Meghan Archer 12:53:4027 554 Toni Hibbert 12:54:16

28 698 Kellie Maccan 13:23:0729 811 Amber Nash 13:30:27

30 1005 Kathryn Sinclair 13:33:2831 963 Amanda Russell 13:37:22

32 124 Paula Armstrong 13:48:04

33 844 Claire Paddison 14:08:09

34 115 Martha Allen-byatt 14:30:29

35 149 Erika Barton 14:39:31

36 307 Zoe Corcoran 14:47:3537 132 Nadia Auletta 14:59:39

38 1125 Claire Tyrrell 15:22:18

39 749 Louise McKay 15:30:0240 851 Hannah Paget 15:32:46

41 744 Alison McGilvray 15:37:0242 865 Doris Payrer 15:42:13

43 1211 Karena Wilson 17:16:0644 1182 Kristin West 17:34:2745 1226 Estee Woon 18:31:22

46 347 Selene de Bree 19:57:00

RACE NAME TIME

1 881 Juliet Plumb 9:51:14

2 594 Sarah Hunter 10:03:42

3 1050 Marilena Stimpfl 11:15:084 419 Amanda Ewin 11:22:22

5 663 Mandy Lane 11:26:09

6 182 Tanya Birkbeck 11:27:067 856 Raechel Paris 11:35:108 308 Allie Cormack 11:44:599 787 Cindy Morgan 11:47:08

10 403 Karen Edwards 11:52:0111 759 Natalie McNamee 11:54:0412 187 Louise Black 12:01:3013 1194 Alison Whitehead 12:05:33

14 593 Lorraine Humphrey 12:16:16

15 753 Sarah McKie 12:16:2716 1137 Lisa Vass 12:23:09

17 647 Alana Kidd 12:23:4318 571 Nickola Hoffmann 12:25:1519 610 Michelle James 12:38:3020 1066 Natalie Sullivan 12:44:37

21 668 Philippa Laufmann 12:47:29

22 274 Diane Chisholm 13:06:30

23 1169 Susannah Warwick 13:26:5424 501 Rochelle Graham 13:27:1525 555 Jodie Hickey 14:09:0926 652 Brenda Knight 14:23:1527 933 Kamille Roach 14:31:4228 405 Leanie Eksteen 14:41:19

29 859 Tania Parkinson 14:43:25

30 1052 Tonya Stokes 15:02:05

31 521 Kelly-Ann Hahn 15:30:0532 496 Monica Gope 15:30:5133 587 Megan Howitt 15:41:56

34 493 Sally Goodall 15:45:12

35 1165 Natalka Walker 16:01:51

36 269 Amy Chapple 17:07:27

37 932 Amanda Rintoul 17:16:17

38 502 Lesley Graham 17:34:17

39 778 Michelle Milne 17:52:4340 1087 Susan Thomas 18:11:15

41 522 Karen Hajigabriel 18:18:2642 1258 Dawn Burke 21:27:27

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FEMALE 40-49

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FEMALE 50-59

FEMALE OVER 60

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Heres a list of the top 50 Cape Crusaders in each category and their times. Dont forget to check our website at any time for your past results from 2008 onwards!

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Cape to Cape MTB Awards

The Cape to Cape MTB 2015 has a total prize pool of over $18,000, making it one of the richest races of its kind in the country. You need to be in it to win it!

The overall winner of the Cape to Cape will be awarded the James Williamson medal.

One of the first guys to sign up for the inaugural Cape to Cape MTB was 2008 World 24 Hour Solo champion James Williamson. He certainly travelled west to race, winning the first two events and becoming the Cape to Capes biggest advocate on the east coast. In those first couple of years James also developed a love for the craft beer scene in the south-west and thought it went perfectly with a hard days riding on the bike! Unfortunately James passed away at the 2010 Cape Epic in South Africa before our third event from a rare medical condition with his heart. In 2010 it was then decided that the overall winner of the Cape to Cape MTB would carry the name of James Willo Williamson a true champion of Australian Mountain Biking and a friend of our event to be remembered by us all. Once again the overall winner of the Cape to Cape MTB in 2015 will be awarded the James Williamson Medal and follow in the tyre marks of legendary names like Dan McConnell, Andy Blair, Lachie Norris and reigning champ Mark Tupalski.

The Masters categories dont miss out either, with some incredible product prizes courtesy of Shimano and local producers of the Margaret River region up for grabs.

OVERALL WINNERJames Williamson Medal $2,000

OVERALL MALE1st Overall $2,000

2nd Overall $1,000

3rd Overall $750

4th Overall $500

5th Overall $250

OVERALL FEMALE1st Overall $2,000

2nd Overall $1,000

3rd Overall $750

4th Overall $500

5th Overall $250

JUNIOR (UNDER 21)1st Overall $500

SUNDOWN SHOOTOUT1st Open Male $1,000

1st Open Female $1,000

1st Local $500

STAGE WINS1st Male & Female $250

2nd Male & Female $150

3rd Male & Female $100

tourism

City of Busselton, Locked Bag 1, Busselton WA 6280T: (08) 9781 0444 Fax: (08) 9752 4958Email: [email protected] www.busselton.wa.gov.au

Welcome to the City of BusseltonCity of Busselton Council welcomes participants in this years Cape to Cape MTB Mountain Bike event. Its fantastic to see so many competitors here for another year of action packed adventure in what is one of the most beautiful parts of the world.

Were committed to supporting healthy lifestyles and hosting high profile sporting events like the Cape to Cape MTB, its an important part of our cultural identity. The City is proud of its pristine environment and we are sure you will all appreciate the magnificent scenery as you cycle your way through some of the States most spectacular landscapes. The Cape to Cape MTB event is proving to be a popular event. Some participants are motivated to win; others aim to achieve new personal bests; many are simply seeking a personal challenge. Whatever your motivation, it is a magnificent way to experience the wonders of the Capes region. The City of Busselton welcomes you and wishes you all the very best for a wonderful race and a fabulous Cape to Cape experience.

For more information on this picturesque part of the South West region please visit:Margaret River Busselton Tourism Associations website www.margaretriver.com

Stage winners must be present at Stage Presentations to accept their prize. Failure to attend will result in the prize jackpotting to the winner of the next stage.

MICRO BREWERIES

Despite being known for its exceptional wines, the region is becoming more and more famous for its micro-breweries. Boasting a range of pale ales to traditional pilsners to adventurous chilli or chocolate beers, its easy to while away an afternoon over a brew at one of the regions boutique breweries. The Colonial and Bootleg Breweries are two must-visit Breweries with playgrounds for the kids and live entertainment.

LEEUWIN & VOYAGER ESTATES WINERIES.

Best known for its wines, the region boasts two of Australias best and well-loved estates. Leeuwin and Voyager Estates are located next door to each other on Stevens Road in between Witchcliffe and Margaret River. With expansive lawns for stretching out on in the sun and a welcoming cellar door, the Estates are the perfect place to chill out over a cheeky glass of wine.

OVER THE YEARS, WEVE COME TO KNOW THE CAPE TO CAPE MTB REGION PRETTY WELL. IF YOURE LOOKING FOR SOME THINGS TO DO WHICH DONT INVOLVE LYCRA, HERE ARE SOME OF SUGGESTIONS.

PREVELLY AND GNARABUP

Located just out of the township of Margaret River, Prevelly is situated at the River mouth of the Margaret River and close to the beach side area of Gnarabup. Home to the world-famous surfing event the Margaret River Pro, Prevelly is internationally recognised for its spectacular surfing conditions. Around the corner from the main surf areas, Gnarabup beach provides perfect swimming conditions with white sandy beaches and crystal clear blue waters. The perfect place for a refreshing dip!

CAVES

The Margaret River region offers visitors some of the most unique and stunning cave experiences in Australia.

Along the spine of the Leeuwin Naturalist Ridge and beneath soaring Karri forest lie more than 150 caves. These caves belong to a series of complex and fragile Karst systems which are landscapes formed by the rapid drainage of water underground. Karst systems are characterised most often by caves, dolines (large holes), blind valleys, sinking streams and springs. The main road that travels along the Leeuwin Naturalist Ridge is aptly named Caves Road.

Make sure you include a visit to Lake Cave, Jewel Cave and Mammoth Cave to your travel agenda. Each cave is easily accessible and has its own unique story to tell.

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Always read the label. Use only as directed. If symptoms persist consult your healthcare professional.

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The Beacon Award

The Beacon Award is passed on to the person considering the shining light of the Cape to Cape MTB. Each year, Cape to Cape MTB organisers and Award Ambassador Johnny Waddell, identify one rider who most embodies the true spirit of our unique event. If you see anyone who does something extraordinary for another rider, has overcome a personal challenge to compete or you feel simply needs acknowledging, make sure you find Johnny or any member of the race management team to submit your nomination.

The 2014 Beacon Award went to Ben Ekston. The story goes a little like this. we begin with the young 18 year old Austen. Based in Melbourne, Austen is a very keen MTBer, so when he found out about the Cape to Cape MTB and noticed it was the same week as his exams, he did what any 18-year-old keen MTBer would do - he booked a flight to Perth. As tends to happen with important flights connecting to a bus that only leaves once a day, the flights were delayed by 2 and a half hours, missing the bus and leaving young Austen alone and stranded. In a strange citys airport on his own, Austen spotted a man with a mountain bike, who happened to be Ben Ekston, and decided to approach him. It turned out Ben was in fact also heading to the Cape to Cape MTB, and was about to collect his hire car. Ben very kindly upgraded the size of his hire car to accommodate Young Austen and his bike and the rest is history! We liked this story as it reflects two important values of us Capeys, camaraderie and generosity.

What to Wear this Season

If you havent noticed already, we have a beeeery good rider jersey this year (sorry, we couldnt resist!). Each year we like to have a little fun with our Feature Jersey giving it a distinctive South West twist and this year is no different.

From the cow patch to the bunch of grapes, it was only a matter of time before we chose BEER (none less than of the tasty South West craft variety) as our feature. We cant wait to see you all cascade through the course in your beer jersey!

How do you get your hands on one? If you didnt purchase one when completing your registration, you can order one at the Information Tent at the event.

Go on.you know you want one!

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important ride information

RIDER ACCREDITATIONAll competitors are required to collect their rider pack prior to the event. This pack will contain your timing plate and seat post sticker, timing information and more.

Rider pack collection will be open at The Common (Margarets Beach Resort) on Wednesday the 21st October, 2015 from 11:00am to 7:00pm.

It is highly recommended that riders collect their packs on Wednesday so that your bike is setup correctly in advance and to avoid time delays Thursday morning at the beginning of Stage 1. Late rider pack collection will be available on Thursday the 22nd of October from 9:00am to 11:00am at the entrance to the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse.

TIMINGThe Cape to Cape MTB is timed electronically by BlueChip Timing. You will receive a number plate and seat post sticker (both have timing chips attached) in your rider pack. These need to be fixed to your bike for the duration of the event, please refer to the information sheet in your rider pack on how to set these up on your bike.

When you arrive at Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse for Stage 1, you will need to have your number plate and seat post sticker fixed to your bike to enter the lighthouse complex. If you have not yet picked up your competitor pack containing these items, please head to the registration tent before attempting to enter the lighthouse complex.

Once your number plate and seat post sticker are fitted correctly, you will enter the lighthouse complex by rolling your bike over a timing mat to ensure your timing chip is working. Once you have done this you are checked in for all four days and will not need to repeat this process.

Throughout the event you can keep track of your position by visiting the BlueChip Timing website (www.bluechiptiming.com.au) and following the link, or by punching your number into the timing computer at the Timing Results tent at the finish of each stage. If you have a timing issue, please have a chat with our staff at the Race HQ tent.

important ride information

START LINE STAGE 1To alleviate the congestion of the mass start at Stage 1 we have put in place a new plan for 2015:

Grid 1 - elite riders will be called up in their seeded order to the first grid which will be clearly marked by a black flag. These will be the Top 100 ranked riders pre-race.

Grid 2 - directly behind the elite riders, this grid will be clearly marked by a blue flag. These are riders who have registered their special request for grid selection (only eligible for riders who finished in the top 300 in a previous Cape to Cape MTB).

All other riders are required to self-seed themselves. Please be honest about your abilities and place yourself accordingly, there are plenty of passing opportunities on our 223km course!

Note that no bikes will be permitted into the grids until after 11am.

DOTS AND FLAGSSimilar to previous years, when you cross the Stage 1 finish line our amazing volunteers will place a coloured dot on your number plate. This dot indicates your starting wave for the remaining three stages.

The colour of your dot is the wave you will be joining at the following days start line. Please find the corresponding coloured flag and use that as a marker for where you should be at the start line.

If you encounter problems on Stage 1 (for example a mechanical) and believe that your finishing position does not represent your ability, please come to Race HQ to discuss. Our aim is to have riders of similar abilities riding together for maximum enjoyment and to spread riders equally throughout the course!

START LINE STAGES 2 to 4At the start of Stages 2 through to 4 you will line up in your starting wave according to the colour of your dot.

Please look for the coloured flags that represent your wave. Remember that it is not a race to the start line so please be patient. Each wave will be released in intervals to reduce congestion on course. More details on start waves and colour allocations are available from the Information tent at the start and finish lines of each stage.

Course Checkpoints, Diversions and Time PenaltiesThe Cape to Cape MTB was built for the every day rider looking to challenge themselves. As a result we want to keep everyone riding for as long as possible but we have an obligation to rider safety. Over the last five events as the field of competitors has grown we have implemented start waves and timed checkpoints through each of the four stages. Riders need to make checkpoint times as outlined below or will be redirected onto a short cut to speed them up the course on each stage.

The stage checkpoints, times and penalties are worked out around an average speed of 10-11km/hr.

STAGE 1 THURSDAY (AUGUSTA TO HAMELIN BAY)

Maximum course time = 4 hours 30 min

Total stage length = 42kms

No redirection for Stage 1. Course closed at 5:30pm. Start waves allocated based on finish time.

STAGE 2 FRIDAY (HAMELIN BAY TO XANADU WINES)

Maximum course time = 5 hours

Total stage length = 57 kms

10:30am Checkpoint 1 (24km mark) if you are diverted this will reduce the ride distance by 2km, then you will receive an automatic 15 minute time penalty.

12:00noon Checkpoint #2 (41km mark) - if you are diverted this will reduce the ride distance by 2km, then you will receive an automatic 15 minute time penalty.

STAGE 3 SATURDAY (XANADU TO COLONIAL)

Maximum course time = 4 hours 30 min (from Carters Road)

Total stage length = 51kms + 7kms rollout

12:00noon Checkpoint #1 (37.5 km mark) if you are diverted this will reduce the ride distance by 2.5 kms, then you will receive a 20 minute time penalty.

STAGE 4 SUNDAY (COLONIAL TO DUNSBOROUGH)

Maximum course time = 5 hours

Total stage length = 64kms

1:00pm Checkpoint #1 (60.5 km mark) if you are diverted this will reduce the ride distance by 2.5kms, then you will receive a 20 minute time penalty.

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SERVICES SERVICES

Registration tentRegistration tent will be open from 11:00am till 7:00pm on Wednesday 21st October at The Common (Gnarabar), Margarets Beach Resort, 1 Resort Place, Margaret River WA 6285. Then again on Thursday 22nd at Cape Leewin Lighthouse, Hamelin Bay from 9.00am.

Rider packsRider packs will be available for collection at the registration tent. Your pack will include your rider guide, timing chips, rider plate, tourism information and sponsor giveaways.

Information tentGot a question? Be sure to see a friendly Cape to Cape team member at the information tent who will have all your answers. Day 1 will see information services open at 9:00am. Day 2, 3 and 4 at 6:45am. You can also purchase your exclusive Cape to Cape rider jersey here.

LuggageThere is limited storage available. It is strongly recommended to not leave any belongings at the start or finish lines.

Bike stationBike wash down facilities will be available at the finish line of each stage of the event.

Bike stORAGEA lock and leave bike storage area will be available at the Finish Line on Day 1, 2 and 3. Bikes will be stored in the area overnight from the conclusion of the days stage until the next morning. There will be security manning the compound each evening, however please note that bikes are left at riders own risk.

Day 1 finish/Day 2 start Hamelin Bay Caravan Park.

Day 2 finish/Day 3 start Xanadu Wines.

Day 3 finish/Day 4 start Colonial Brewery.

At the start of day 2, 3 and 4, the compound will open at 7.00am each morning for bike collection.

Bike storage opens at:

Day 1 finish 4.00pm

Day 2 finish 1.00pm

Day 3 finish 1.00pm

Bike TRANSPORTBike transport is available for those who dont have a way to get their bike to the start line of Stage 1 (Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse) and/or back to Margaret River from the finish line of Stage 4 (Dunsborough Country Club). Booking Bike Transport is essential.

STAGE 1 DEPART: 8:45am from Gloucester Park, Margaret River (Cnr Wallcliffe Road and Railway Terrace).

DEPART: 9:30am from Hamelin Bay Caravan Park.

ARRIVE: 11:00am at The Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse.

STAGE 4 DEPART: 3:00pm from the Stage 4 Finish Line at Dunsborough Country Club.

ARRIVE: 4:00PM Margaret River (Gloucester Park)*

*Bike collection closes 5:30pm from Gloucester Park, Margaret River (Cnr Wallcliffe Road and Railway Terrace). If you fail to pick up your bike, it will be transported to Margarets Beach Resort at your risk.

Shuttle bus servicesFree shuttle bus service is available to help you get to and from the race each day.

The shuttle buses provide riders with transport throughout the entire 4 days:

Transport to the start line from Margaret River and Prevelly

Transport back to the start line from the finish line each day

Transport to Margaret River and Prevelly from the finish line

Transport to the functions and Sundown Shootout.

Please see the information tent for the bus schedule.

PARKING

CAPE TO CAPE MTB PARKING The Cape to Cape MTB Parking Team have prepared a detailed plan in conjunction with the WA Police and local authorities.

It is very important that all riders and support crew park only in designated areas and follow the directions of our Parking Team.

We ask all drivers and riders to follow these directions, think about where you are parking or dropping off, so that you do so safely and not park randomly.

STAGE ONE START CAPE LEEUWIN Parking is available on Augusta

Road all the way to Water Wheel but only on the Southern Ocean side of the road (left hand side as you approach Cape Leeuwin). To be clear, there will be NO parking on the western side of the road (right hand side as you approach Cape Leeuwin) this will be clearly marked with road cones the road must be kept clear for emergency vehicles, buses and bike transport access only.

Parking is also available in the new Marina a long walk but perfect for riders to park and do a warmup ride

Riders can be dropped off on the side of the road but vehicles must continue along the road and can turn at Water Wheel please note: there is no parking at the Cape Leeuwin Lighthouse or at Water Wheel.

A free shuttle bus will operate along the Augusta Road to give spectators a lift to and from the start line.

STAGE ONE FINISH HAMELIN BAY The car park at Hamelin Bay is open

to the public for parking but will be closed from 1:00pm till 4:00pm, with no vehicles permitted in or out of the car park during this time.

To ensure Rider Safety and direct access to the finish line, between 1.00 pm and 4.00 pm there will be a full road closure at Hamelin Bay on Caves Road, approximately 100 metres from the Hamelin Bay Holiday Park.

Parking is available on Caves Road, on the left hand side ONLY as you approach Hamelin Bay, with all areas clearly marked. Our Car Parking Team will direct you into your spot. Please drive down as close as possible to Hamelin Bay.

The non-parking areas will be clearly marked with road cones the road must be kept clear for emergency vehicles, buses and bike transport access only.

A free shuttle bus will operate along the Augusta Road to give spectators a lift to and from the start line.

STAGE TWO START HAMELIN BAY The car park at Hamelin Bay is open

to the public for parking but will be closed from 7:30am till 9:00am, with no vehicles permitted in or out of the car park during this time.

Parking is available on Caves Road, on the left hand side ONLY as you approach Hamelin Bay, with all areas clearly marked and our Car Parking Team will direct you into your spot. Please drive down as close as possible to Hamelin Bay.

The non-parking areas will be clearly marked with road cones the road must be kept clear for the riders and then emergency vehicles, buses and bike transport access only.

STAGE TWO FINISH & STAGE THREE START - XANADU WINERY Car parking is available on site at

Xanadu Winery our Team will direct you on site and there is plenty of room for everyone.

NOTE: ACCESS is ONLY from the rear of Xanadu Winery, entrance is via Railway, along Terry and then off Roxburgh Road.

To all riders and support crew, for road safety please do NOT park at front of Xanadu on Boodjidup Road or stop and ask for directions directional signage will guide you.

STAGE THREE FINISH & STAGE FOUR START COLONIAL BREWERY Car parking is available on site at

Colonial Brewery - our Team will direct you on site and there is plenty of room for everyone.

NOTE: ACCESS is ONLY from the rear of Colonial Brewery, via Wirring Road entrance.

To all riders and support crew, for road safety please do NOT park at front of Colonial on Osmington Road or stop and ask for directions directional signage will guide you.

STAGE FOUR FINISH DUNSBOROUGH COUNTRY CLUB Car parking is available on site at

Dunsborough Country Club, Gifford Road, Dunsborough the Clubs parking volunteers will direct you on site and there is plenty of room for everyone please note, a gold coin donation applies here.

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FLINDERS BAY CARAVAN PARK


P: (08) 9780 5636W: flindersbaypark.com.au

Beach frontage

Dog-friendly

Quiet location

Relaxed atmosphere

Easy boat access

Beautiful scenery

Three ablution blocks

Gas BBQs

Grassy sites

Albany Terrace (PO Box 310) Augusta WA 3290 | (08) 9780 5636 | [email protected] | flindersbaypark.com.au

Augustas only beachfront holiday parkFlinders Bay Caravan is closed between 1 June and 31 August (inclusive) each year.

TURNER CARAVAN PARK


P: (08) 9780 5633W: turnerpark.com.au

River frontage Campers kitchen Shady, grassed sites

Easy walk to Augusta town centre Wood and electric BBQs Disability accessible

1 Blackwood Avenue (PO Box 88) Augusta WA 3290 | (08) 9780 5633 | [email protected] | turnerpark.com.au

Holiday with the Blackwood River right at your doorstep

Onsite laundry Boat ramp Close to Leeuwin National Park

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Cape to Cape MTB - 2015 Riders Guide