\u201cThe website is your hub for everything related to the event,\u201d said The Herald\u2019s chief marketing officer Justin Peel. \u201cWe\u2019ve simplified the design and content to ensure it\u2019s easier to navigate whether you\u2019re a road cyclist, mountain biker or spectator.\u201d<\/p>\n
Peel said the online site, which was designed by Perfect Circle, provided comprehensive information for riders, including the full schedule of events, start line details, route maps and prize money on offer.<\/p>\n
He said interested residents could also visit the site for the specifics of the rolling road closures that would be in effect.<\/p>\n
In addition, Peel said participants would find links to the race\u2019s Facebook page and Twitter feed for breaking news. \u201cIf there are any last-minute changes or weather-related problems, you will get instant updates via the social media.\u201d<\/p>\n
He said followers could also look forward to a \u201cTwitter ride\u201d, popularised by seven-time Tour de France winner Lance Armstrong, ahead of the event. \u201cDetails will be sent out via our social media platforms.\u201d<\/p>\n
Peel said organisers were encouraging riders to make use of the online registration process as it was much easier for users and administrators alike. \u201cYou can enter every event from the 105km Classic to the 500m Toddlers\u2019 Dash.\u201d<\/p>\n
He said the first 100 users who entered online would receive a free race t-shirt to the value of R80. \u201cIf you\u2019re not one of the lucky ones, you can still purchase your race merchandise via the website.\u201d<\/p>\n
Peel said a running list of successful entries would be added to the site, which entrants should check in order to eliminate problems at the pre-race registration and expo. \u201cIf you have entered and your name\u2019s not on there, you\u2019ll know that there could be a problem with your payment and registration process.\u201d<\/p>\n
Those who still preferred the manual entry method could download a form from the website, he said. \u201cBukani Print has also made entry forms available at all cycle shops in Nelson Mandela Bay and payments can be made at these stores.\u201d<\/p>\n
Road cyclists can enter the 105km Classic, 70km Pursuit and 40km Challenge, or one of the three family options \u2013 the\u00ad 21km Leisure Ride, 2km Kiddies\u2019 Ride and 500m Toddlers\u2019 Dash\u00ad \u2013 sponsored by Powerade.<\/p>\n
Mountain bikers can sign up for the 80km Extreme, 60km Adventure or the family-orientated 30km Powerade Leisure Challenge. The 5km Kiddies\u2019 Challenge and 500m Toddlers\u2019 Dash, also supported by Powerade, complete the line-up.<\/p>\n
The closing date for entries is January 30.<\/p>\n
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