Rider Information
Information for Event Entrants
Wicklow 200 will take place on Sunday 9th June 2024.
Registration for Wicklow 200 2024 will open later in the year.
PLEASE NOTE: The Start/Finish is located at Bray Emmets GAA Club.
START/FINISH LOCATION
Bray Emmets GAA, Old Connaught Ave, Old Connaught, Bray, Co. Wicklow, Ireland
Directions: http://www.brayemmets.com/brayemmets/about/directions.aspx
REGISTRATION/PACK COLLECTION
Before you start Wicklow 200, you will need to pick up your pack at registration. You do not need to ‘sign-in’ on the day of the event.
Registration 2024 will be at:
Cycle Superstore D24 AW96
Friday 7th June 4pm-7.30pm
Saturday 8th June 10am-3pm
Bray Emmets GAA Club A98 NP03
Sunday 9th June 5.30am-6.30am
Please bring your confirmation email with QR code to pick up your race pack. If you can’t find this email our registration team will be able to assist you.
GOODY BAGS
You can collect your goody bag during any of the Registration/Pack Collection sessions.
OFFICIAL START/FINISH TIMES
Start: 7:00am
Finish: 6:00pm
CUT OFF TIMES:
TBC
WHAT TO BRING ON THE MORNING OF THE EVENT
- Helmet (Compulsory)
- Mobile Phone
- Puncture Repair Kit (2 Spare Tubes, Tyre Levers, Pump)
- Photo ID
- Food and drink (there are food stations on the route but it is always safer to bring your own, you will need it!)
- Your email printout (IF YOU HAVEN’T ALREADY PICKED UP YOUR PACK)
PARKING
Bray Emmets GAA Club in Bray, Co Wicklow which offers ample parking for entrants. On the morning you may also be directed to park at St Gerard’s School which is less than 1km from the start line.
NOTE: There is no parking available in local housing estates or on the road outside the venue.
Arrive early. There may be some delays as you leave the motorway. We will do everything in our power to keep everyone moving.
ROUTES
See Route Maps and descriptions for 100km and 200km.
MEDICAL SUPPORT
First-Aid will be provided on the day by the Red Cross. If you do experience a medical emergency phone the Medical Helpline number which is on your bike number. Give clear and precise information on the nature of the injury and where the casualty is located and give your contact number.
- Medical Services will only be in operation from 07:00 to 18:00.
MECHANICAL ASSISTANCE
Everybody is expected to bring the basics with them on the day i.e. Puncture repair kit, spare tube, pump and tyre levers.
It is strongly advised that you know how to fix a simple puncture as this could save you a lot of waiting time on the day.
There will be mechanical service vehicles on both routes during the day.
If you encounter a problem that you are unable to sort yourself phone the Mechanical helpline number which will be printed on your bike number.
Please give clear and precise information on the nature of the problem, where you are located and give your contact number.
The coordinator will inform the nearest backup team to assist you but please understand that they may take some considerable time to reach you. It is strongly advised that you have a full service carried out on your bike before the event.
FOOD STATIONS
Valleymount GAA (200km) &
Laragh GAA (100km & 200km)
YOU WILL NEED TO HAVE YOUR WRISTBAND TO ACCESS FOOD STATIONS.
Please Note: Refreshments will also be waiting for you at the finish line.
WATER STOPS
As well as water being available at the food stations there are also two water stops on mountain summits
LITTER
Riders are encouraged to enjoy their surroundings without environmental impact
PLEASE BRING YOUR LITTER BACK TO THE FINISH AREA.
SAFETY RULES
- Rules of the road apply at ALL times.
- All participants must obey the instructions of Gardai, Red Cross, and marshals.
- Please note: marshals do NOT have authority to stop traffic.
- RESPECT: Respect other road users, marshals and fellow cyclists (see: Important Safety Message).
- Not every junction may have marshals so you should approach junctions as if they were not there and proceed with caution.
- This event takes place on open roads and cyclists must give way to other road users where applicable.
- There are fast downhill sections and dangerous bends, please pay attention to signs, flags and whistles.
- Strictly No IPods or Headphones – safety is a huge priority and failing to hear instructions or the sound of oncoming traffic can cause serious accidents to you, fellow participants and to the general public.
- All bicycles should be well maintained and in a road worthy condition. Participants are advised to carry a pump, spare tubes and tyre levers.
AFTER THE EVENT
After you cross the finish line (and catch your breath!), you can proceed to the clearly marked Medal Collection Area to collect your medal.
There will be refreshments for all participants.
SHOWERS
Bray Emmetts GAA