Rides
EGO TRIP
100KM MOUNTAIN BIKE CHALLENGE
CUDLEE CREEK FOREST, NEAR ADELAIDE
Sunday 13 September, 9am
Despite a few overnight showers and early morning cloud in the hills, sunny skies welcomed those who saddled up for a day of fun in the forest at Cudlee Creek. Bang on 9am, the flag went down at Thomas Hill and 66 riders set off with a fair tailwind on the first of up to 3 laps around the 33km circuit. First riders came through the 17km refreshment point in just under an hour and James Hanus was first to complete lap 1 with a time of 1hr 47m - the fastest lap time for the day.
As the day progressed Merlin Sprantz emerged with a clear lead and all seemed to be going well despite increasingly blustery conditions. Unfortunately mechanical problems forced an early retirement for Merlin and Dean Jones came home the eventual winner with a time of 5hrs 55m for the full 100km - an impressive effort, especially given that it included around 4000m metres of climbing over the whole course.
Chris Fryer came in second with a time of 6hrs 28m and Malcolm Roberston placed a well-earned third with a time of 7hs 27m.
Of the 3 Youth entries, no-one completed the full 100km, however Tom Russell completed 66km in 5hr 30m with Simon Nankivell not too far behind with a time of 5hr 45m.
Of the 37 riders who signed up for 100km, only 8 made the full distance - extremely windy conditions no doubt contributing to the high drop-out rate.
A further 29 riders signed up to ride the Alter Ego of either 1 or 2 laps.
There were no female or teams entries for the full ego trip.
 CLICK HERE for a full list of prize winners.
CLICK HERE for a full list placings and individual times.
There was one incident on the day which saw David Parsons take a very nasty fall near the bottom of the downhill leading up to the 24km check point. Thanks to all who stopped and rendered assistance at the time. And thanks to the ambulance services for their prompt response. Dave has been given the all clear by the medicos although he will no doubt be sporting a few bumps and bruise for little while.
Overall it was a great day in the forest despite the challenging conditions and thanks must go to all the volunteers who provided support with set-up, registrations, catering, refreshments, route marshalling, check points, etc.
Thanks also to Bakers Delight for supplying the delicious new Fit2Go health bars - they were well received at the refreshment stop and a welcome top-up to the fuel reserves.
And final thanks to the Event Coordinator, Dave Hughes and his team for the course design. They laid out a pretty spectacular trail through some great country. Many comments from riders on the day indicated that it was a first class ride.
See you all again at Ego Trip 2010
Overall Winners - Adult Solo 100km
L to R: Dave Hughes - Event Coordinator, Malcolm Robertson - 3rd, Dean Jones - 1st,
Chris Fryer - 2nd.
RIDE LIKE YOU GIVE A DAMN
The Ego Trip is a 100km loop marathon on arguably the best trails in SA. You fang it once, then twice around a 33km loop, before baking your noodle on a third lap packed with single track, ascents and descents.
Take your pick ...
The best get themselves on the podium
If you're into pleasure not pain, join the masses on the ALTER EGO of 33km or 66km, leaving that third loop for royalty.
Prizes!! Ride Ego Trip 2009 and you have the chance to share in $1000 worth of Mountain Designs and $600 worth of Ground Effect Vouchers.
By registering for the ride you are also eligible for the Avanti random draw giving you the chance to win a brand new Avanti Atomic Mountain Bike!
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EGO TRIP 100KM
Per adult rider
SOLO
DUO
TRIO
Under 18 per rider
YOUTH SOLO
YOUTH DUO
YOUTH TRIO
ALTER EGO 33KM OR 66KM
ADULT
YOUTH (aged 12-17)
|  | MEMBERS
$39
$29
$29
$29
$20
$20
$29
$20
| | NON MEMBERS
$54
$44
$44
$29
$20
$20
$44
$29 |
STANDARD INCLUSIONS - PLUS
- Lunch
- PRIZES including:
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Avanti bike giveaway (pre-registered Bicycle SA members eligible only)
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Solo rider prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners (full Ego Trip riders eligible only)
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Team prizes for 1st and 2nd place team winners (full Ego Trip riders eligible only)
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All registered riders eligible for Spot prizes on the day
- Prizes courtesy Mountain Designs, Ground Effect & Avanti
How to get there
If you're not quite sure how to get to the Cudlee Creek network have a look here.
Parking
Parking will be available on the ridge near Thomas Hill Study Centre. Access to the site will be via the gate on Croft Road from 7.30am to 6.00pm Sunday only.
Start details:
Mass start at Thomas Hill Study Centre at 9am sharp.
Ego Trip 100km competitors will start first.
Alter Ego riders will start immediately after.
Race Rules CLICK HERE to view Race rules and conditions.
Ego Trip Route Map CLICK HERE to view the 2009 Ego Trip Route Map.
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