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FBG 200K+ Ohio Epic

Event Notes and Racer Instructions

  • Registration: See BikeReg.
    • All racers registered by May 31st will receive a custom T-Shirt  
    • No registration limit for the 200K+

 

  • Important Race Day Notes:
    • Mandatory pre-race meeting at 6:50 AM 
    • Race start: 7:00 AM sharp
    • All 200K+ racers must cross over the finish line timing gate before starting their second lap
    • 200K+ riders starting the second lap after 6.5 hours (1:30 PM) must have front and rear lights
    • There is a cutoff of 7.5 hours (2:30 PM) for 200K racers to start the second lap
    • You cannot decide after the race starts that you will be doing the 100K
    • No SAG support. Drop bags are only permitted at the secret checkpoint
    • If you cut the ride short and drop out, please inform us so we do not have to send out a search party. We do not want to call your emergency contact at 11:00 PM Saturday night to ask if they have heard from you.

 

  • Awards
    • First place in each category will receive a custom trophy, a case of Yuengling beer, and free entry into next year's FBG race
    • The top Female and Male finishers overall will receive free entry to Gravel Worlds, Lincoln NE, in August
    • 2nd and 3rd-place finishers will receive a custom trophy
    • Categories: Top 3 in each of the following: 
      • Men’s open 200K+, Men’s masters 200K+, Woman's open 200K+, Woman’s masters 200K+, Single Speed 200K+ 
    • All finishers will earn the rights to being an FBG Total BadAss

 

  • Post Race:
    • Free post-race refreshments from Yuengling beer (Must be 21 years of age or older) and grilled food from Buckeye Deli will be on sale after the event
    • Don't forget to check your race packet for a randomly placed Golden Ticket. Those lucky enough to get a ticket will receive some free swag from our sponsors.
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