The Alberta Cyclocross Collective (ABCXC) Presents:

Zombie Baby WalTer Cross 2023

The race that can’t seem to die!

What is the ABCXC?

Founded during the Covid 19 pandemic, with various clubs deciding not to risk hosting an event, those that still wanted to race (and do so safely) all came together to ensure Cyclocross in Alberta would not be cancelled for another race season.

The Alberta Cyclocross Collective aims to be just cash positive enough so we don’t run the risk of future issues, but operated as a NOT FOR PROFIT group. With any extra earnings from each event going back into start-up money for future great events, given out as prizing or hand-ups, or donated to the National Cyclocross Team Program, (all of which we were able to do in 2021).

Registration

One Event (Saturday or Sunday) - $45

Both Events - $80

Single Event License - $20

Day-of Registration - $45 cash only and a suggested donation to the National Cyclocross Team of $10

https://zone4.ca/register.asp?id=33184

Schedule of Events

The schedule is the same for Saturday and Sunday.

09:00 Sign-on, Course open for training

10:00 Novice Men, approximately 40 minutes, no minimum time.

11:00 Sport Men, minimum 40 minutes

12:00 Sport Women, minimum 30 minutes

12:50 Course open for pre-riding

13:20 Open Men (Slowpen), approximately 60 minutes, no minimum time.

14:30 Open Women, minimum 40 minutes

15:30 Expert Men, approximately 50 minutes, no minimum time.

Sustenance

We will provide sandwiches, pops and some snacks at the Race Organizers tent for all racers and volunteers. Please ensure you bring all the extra food you require for the day. There are many food venues in close proximity to the course location, please give back and support local by eating there.

Site Map

Spectating

Teams, friends, and family are encouraged to bring cheery cheerness, and encourage all participants with signs, noise makers, cowbells, bullhorns, airhorns, alphorns, etc.

Note that feeding of racers via hand-up is not allowed as per UCI regulations.

Numbers

The ABA will provide race numbers. You will get your new numbers on race day at “number pick-up” if you don’t already have them. If you have your numbers from previous races, please keep them for the season. License check will be done prior to race day all online. Please bring your own pins. You will need ~12 pins.

Body number placement will be both shoulders and lower back. The ABA will provide cloth body numbers for cyclocross if you do not already have them.

Equipment Requirements

Novice Men and Sport Women may use any bike provided it is in good working order and free of racks or carriers.
All competitors MUST wear a CCA approved helmet at all times while riding and racing.
Cyclocross bikes, maximum tire width 33mm and 50cm handlebar width, are required for Sport Men, Expert Men, Open Men and Open Women. Note that tire width is measured at the widest point, and it does not matter what the tire says on the side. If you aren’t sure, best to check before you line up.
Bikes must be in good working order and free of racks or carriers.

Please take time to familiarize yourself with the ABA cyclocross ruleset. You will be expected to know the regulations. Failure to follow them may result in not being able to start, disqualification, or relegation.

Bike Pit

A mechanical pit will be available for spare wheels and bikes. It will be dual entry. Make sure to label your stuff and collect it after your race. Refer to the site map to see the location.

Awards

Awards and podium ceremonies will take place immediately following the conclusion of each race. Podium ceremonies will take place outside near the Start/Finish.

Prizing will be a mix of cash and merchandise/gift cards and will be determined based on registration.

Bathrooms

On-site portable toilets will be available. Porta Potties will be located on the lower trail of the Queen Elizabeth Hill Park. Refer to the site map.

Parking

Parking is shown on the site map. Kinsmen or the unpaved field north of the baseball diamond are your best bets.

Emergencies

An on-site certified first aider will be stationed per the site map. If you are able to go back to the first aid area under your own power, please do so. The first aider will either treat you or determine an ambulance is required.

In the event of an emergent situation (the racer cannot move under their own power), the nearest course marshal will call 911, and notify dispatch of the location. If you are a racer, or a volunteer and see a situation where medical attention may be neccessary and the rider might not be able to move, please tell a nearby course marshal or a race official, especially in areas that might have bad visibility by a marshal.

The nearest full service medical facility is the University of Alberta Hospital - 8440 112 St NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 2B7

See below for directions.

Depending on traffic conditions, the Royal Alexandra Hospital (10240 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB T5H 3V9) may be closer. See below for map.

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