Click here for the full Covid-19 Response Plan for the 2022 Age Group Road National Championships.

The intent of this plan is to summarise Cycling New Zealand’s response to the delivery of the 2022 Age Group Road National Championships under the Covid Protection Framework and the steps that the event will undertake in considering all its stakeholders, the wellbeing of all those attending and to uphold the intent and guidelines directed by the NZ Government.

KEY EVENT COVID INFORMATION

• Masks are encouraged for all when indoors; this includes at the Team Managers meeting, race pack pick up, in vehicles, presentations and in the race office.
• Stay at home if you are sick (If you have cold or flu symptoms call your doctor or Health line and make sure you get tested.)
• Stay at home if you are awaiting the results from being tested for COVID-19
• Stay at home if you have tested for COVID-19 and are still in your isolation period
• Stay at home if you have been a close contact with any known/suspected cases and are still within your isolation period.
• If you are told by health authorities to self-isolate you must do so immediately.
• Have a plan if you are required to isolate away from home.

BASIC HYGIENE AND HEALTH INFORMATION

• You are encouraged to maintain physical distancing from people you do not know.
• Wash your hands.
• Get your booster vaccine as soon as possible.
• Sneeze and cough into your elbow, and regularly disinfect shared surfaces.
• If you’re concerned about your wellbeing or have underlying health conditions, work with your GP to understand how best to stay healthy.
• If you have had Covid-19, ensure you safely return to exercise and competition. Click here for more

FINAL EVENT INFORMATION

Click here to read all the final information ahead of this event.

Click here for the Team Managers Meeting powerpoint 

EVENT MANUAL

Click here for the Event Manual - published 20 April.

EVENT PROGRAMME

Programme updated 14th April. See Communique 1 under "Event Communiques" for Time Trial entry list. Start lists will be posted on Thursday evening after the Team Managers meeting.

UCI GRAN FONDO QUALIFICATION

The World Masters Road Championship are now known as the UCI Gran Fondo World Championships. Full information and race format are available here: http://www.uciworldcyclingtour.com/ or http://www.ucigranfondoworldseries.com/ 

The 2022 event will take place on 15-18 September 2022 in Trento Italy (previous dates were 1-4 September). 

For countries that do not have a Qualifying event (for 2022 this includes New Zealand), qualifying slots are offered through the National Championships or at a selection event as determined by the National Federation. 

The 2022 selection event refers to the 2022 Age Group National Championship. This will be held in Hokitika from 22-24 April.

The winner in both the Time Trial and the Road Race at the selection event in each of these categories are offered an automatic slot to take part in the UCI Gran Fondo World Championship. In addition to the automatic slots offered above, there are 10 wildcard entries available. Five (5) for male and five (5) for females. Those riders wishing to be considered for the Wildcard slots shall be required to complete an online expression of interest within the application window - this has now closed. Click here for more the full Selection Regulations and details.

Additional entry fees and criteria apply for this international event.

Official event photos are available to purchase from Kirsty Wilson Photography - click here to view all photos.

Entries have now closed.

Click here for the entry list by name

Click here for the entry list by category

Click here for the entry list by club

Provisional Start lists for the Time Trial will be posted on Tuesday 19 April, with final start lists being posted after the Team Managers Meeting on Thursday evening.

ENTRY FEES

ENTRY WITHDRAWS AND REFUNDS 

Entries are not transferable.

Refunds may be available if a withdrawal is requested in writing prior to Sunday 10 April. If accepted a refund of the entry fee less a $20 admin fee will be applied.

Withdrawals submitted after Sunday 10 April are not eligible for a refund. 

Email: events@cyclingnewzealand.nz

ENTRY TERMS AND CONDITION

EVENT ELIGIBILITY AND CRITERIA

Click here for the Entry Eligibility and Criteria.

The event is open to New Zealand and Australian riders. Note that “New Zealand riders” now includes permanent New Zealand Residents who are financial members of an NZ Club & Centre.

All New Zealand riders must have a current 2022 Cycling New Zealand Adult (or Youth for U15, U17 and U19 categories) licence and be a paid member of an affiliated Cycling New Zealand Road and Track Club. More on how to get a Cycling New Zealand Licence here. All New Zealand riders are required to represent their Cycling New Zealand Road and Track Club. All entries will be required to be endorsed by the club.

All Australian riders must have a current 2022 Cycling Australia domestic license and appropriate travel insurance to cover riding and racing while in New Zealand. Riders must be prepared to provide proof of insurance if required. 

Place getters, regardless of nationality, shall receive relevant medals.
The first placed New Zealander shall be acknowledged as the Champion for the event.

2022 COURSES

TIME TRIAL

Short Time Trial course 

Long Time Trial course 

The exact Time Trial turnaround will be marked by a single cone with a white cone cover. The short course will be 15.3km and the long course will be 25.2km.

Click here for a list showing which course each category will race on.

ROAD RACE

Road Race course 

Riders will complete one to four laps of this course - for a provisional list of distances, please click here. 

H1 - 5 & T1 - 5 Para cycling Road Race course 

Riders will complete two - three laps of this course - for a provisional list of distances, please click here. 

RIDE THE COURSES ON FULGAZ

Check out the courses for the 2022 Age Group Road National Championships in Hokitika on the virtual cycling platform; FulGaz. 

Click here for the courses and instructions - including details for a 30 day free trial.

Racing will be conducted under UCI regulations and Cycling New Zealand Road & Track racing rules.

SANCTIONS

Event Communiques is the official distribution of event information. Please check here regularly for updated Communiques.

Communique 9 - Decision of the Commissaires Panel 

Communique 8 - Road Race Information - Sunday

Communique 7 - Road Race start Lists - Sunday

Communique 6 - Decision of the Commissaires Panel - Time Trial & Road Race Information

Communique 5 - Road Race start lists - Saturday

Communique 4 - Time Trial start lists

Communique 3 - Road Race day 2 entry lists

Communique 2 - Road Race day 1 entry lists

Club Shield Points after Day 2

2022 Results:

2021 Results:

2020 Results:

2019 Results:

2018 Results:

2017 Results:

2016 Results:

2015 Results:

2014 Results:

Hokitika is a Cool Little Town situated on the West Coast, New Zealand. The West Coast celebrates untamed, natural wilderness, authentic experiences and friendly characters. Hokitika is all that and more. Come and explore Hokitika – ‘The Place of Return' click here for more.

Check out our Hokitika Deals & Discounts tab below for your special deals available to you for being a competitor!

Beachfront Hotel

Thanks to the team at the Beachfront Hotel, entrants are eligible to receive special discounted rooms. Please phone the reservations team on 03 755 8344 or 0800 HOKITIKA, or email them on reservations@beachfronthotel.co.nz using the promo code: Road Nationals 2022.

The Beachfront Hotel is a hotel, so only tea and coffee facilities available in room, no cooking, but there is a restaurant on site. There is a bike shed available, Free WIFI, Free onsite parking all subject to availability.

The special rates for entrants are:

• $125 including gst per room per night based on 2 people in Driftwood room, room only
• $165 including gst per room per night based on 2 people in Oceanview room, room only
• $255 including gst per room per night, on 4 people in 2-bedroom 1-bathroom, room only
• $275 including gst per room per night, on 4 people in 2-bedroom 2-bathroom, room only
• Extra person - $30 per night
• $325 including gst per room per night based on 2 people in Penthouse, room only. (Strictly 2 people occupancies in this room)
• $19.50 including gst per person for a full buffet breakfast
• $15 including gst per person for a continental buffet breakfast

Stumpers Hokitika

Thanks to the team at Stumpers bar & cafe accommodation, entrants are eligible to receive special discounted rooms at more than 10% off the normal rates. Please email the reservations team on enquiries@stumpers.co.nz using the promo code: Road Nationals 2022.

Stumpers has premium hotel ensuite rooms with kitchenettes, and standard hotel ensuite rooms with tea & coffee-making facilities. There are laundry facilities, free wifi and secure bike storage. There is also a self-contained house on site which sleeps 10 and is ideal for groups.

The cafe and bar is open from 7am until late with great coffee and cabinet food.

Glacier Country Helicopters

Thanks to the team at Glacier Country Helicopters entrants can receive a special 25% off scenic helicopter flights. Email the team using the promo code Road Nationals to receive your discounted rates: bookings@gch.nz

Air Safaris Franz Josef

Thanks to the team at Air Safaris Franz Josef entrants can receive a special 20% off scenic flights. Email the team using the promo code Road Nationals to receive your discounted rates: franz@airsafaris.co.nz

Glacier Helicopters Franz Josef

Thanks to the team at Glacier Helicopter Franz Josef, entrants can receive a special 20% off scenic flights. 

When you select the product you wish and the date, (between the 15th of April and the 5th of May 2022) it will take you to the information and payment page and there is an option for "Add Promo code/voucher". Select this button and type in the code ROAD NATIONALS to receive the 20% discount.

This discount can be for any of the following products:

Franz Josef

20 min: was $280 special $224

30 min: was $360 special $288

40 min: was $490 special $392

Fox Glacier

20 min: was $280 special $224

30 min: was $360 special $288

Fox and Mount Cook: was $360 special $288

40 min: was $490 special $392

Email the team with any questions: franz@glacierhelicopters.co.nz or fox@glacierhelicopters.co.nz

Franz Josef Wilderness Tours

Thanks to the team at Franz Josef Wilderness Tours, entrants can receive a special 15% off their booking. Present this voucher here or email the team using the promo code Cycle to receive your discounted rates: info@franzjoseftours.co.nz

Fish for salmon or trout, or relax on a scenic cruise of Lake Mapourika. Explore the hidden waterways & kiwi sanctuary on a kayak adventure. 

West Coast Scenic Waterways

Cruise, stay & play with us at the West Coast Scenic Waterways Retreat. Experience the 'untamed natural wilderness' of the West Coast. Soak in our wood-fired hot tub, while star gazing, and enjoy delicious wholesome food produced on-site. Take time to recharge.

We are an eco-tourism business providing accommodation, wholesome food, eco cruises and freedom kayak hire on one of New Zealand's most highly valued wetlands. We provide bike hire to cycle a spectacular section on the west coast wilderness trail, and hire out our wonderful hot tubs. We aim to enrich our clients' appreciation of our natural surroundings, it's unique biodiversity, and provide them a setting to relax, recharge, and restore before returning to their daily pressures of life.