GeelongPort Family Ride

• Date: Friday 30 January, 2025 to Sunday 1 February, 2026

A thrilling week of both elite and open cycling events in Geelong and across the Surf Coast and Bellarine Peninsula.

Elite Formats:

Elite Women's Elite Surf Coast Classic: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Elite Men's Elite Surf Coast Classic: Thursday 29 January 2026

Elite Women's Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race: Saturday 31 January 2026

Elite Men's Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race: Sunday 1 February 2026

Open Ride Formats:

GeelongPort Family Ride: Ride a closed 2KM circuit, Friday 30 January 2026

TAC People’s Ride: Ride the same roads as the pros, Saturday 31 January 2026

Elite Formats:

Elite Women's Elite Surf Coast Classic 118KM: Wednesday 28 January 2026

Elite Men's Elite Surf Coast Classic 157KM: Thursday 29 January 2026

Elite Women's Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race: Saturday 31 January 2026

Elite Men's Mapei Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race: Sunday 1 February 2026

Open Ride Formats:

GeelongPort Family Ride: Ride a closed 2KM circuit, Friday 30 January 2026

TAC People’s Ride "Cadel Classic: 124KM with 1,157M elevation: Ride the same roads as the pros, Saturday 31 January 2026
TAC People’s Ride "Cadel's Hometown" 63KM with 420M elevation: A flatter route that excludes the Challambra Climb, Saturday 31 January 2026

Early Bird (Until August 31, 2024)

• Cadel Classic (124km): $170
• Cadel's Hometown (59km): $130

Standard (September 1 - October 24, 2024)

• Cadel Classic (124km): $185
• Cadel's Hometown (59km): $145

Late (October 25, 2024 - January 9, 2025)

• Cadel Classic (124km): $200
• Cadel's Hometown (59km): $160

Sprint Finish (January 12, 2025 - Event Day)

• Cadel Classic (124km): $210
• Cadel's Hometown (59km): $170

Special Offers

• AusCycling Members receive $10 discount off registration fees
• Team discounts available for groups of 6+

Registration Includes:

• Official event jersey
• Rider identification pack
• On-course nutrition and hydration
• Medical and mechanical support
• Access to event village
• Official finisher's medal

Family Ride

• Free registration required
• Complimentary GeelongPort T-shirt while stocks last
• Register early to secure preferred session time

Required Equipment

• Puncture repair kit and spare tubes
• Bike pump
• Rear tail light
• Fully charged mobile phone
• Water bottles/carriers
• Nutrition for your selected distance
• Official event jersey (provided with registration)

Bike Requirements

• Suitable options: Road bikes, mountain bikes, hybrid bikes, city bikes, cross bikes
• eBikes welcome on 59km course only (due to battery duration)
• All bikes must be well maintained and event-ready
• Pre-event mechanical checks available

Speed Groups for the two TAC People’s Rides:

Select your starting group based on realistic average speed:

• 35–40 (Red)
• 30–35 (Green)
• 25–30 (Orange)
• 20–25 (Blue)
• 15–20 km/h (Yellow)

Minimum avg. speed for the short course is 16 km/h and 18 km/h for the long course.

Important Information

• Minimum age: 14 years for both courses
• Cut-off speed: 18 km/h average (subject to final confirmation)
• Open road event - all Australian road rules apply
• Rider briefing attendance mandatory
• Course marshals positioned at key points

On-Course Support

• Multiple feed stations with nutrition and hydration
• Mobile mechanical assistance
• First aid teams
• Course marshals
• SAG wagon support
• Emergency support contact numbers

Pre-Event Support

• Detailed route maps and elevation profiles
• Training guidelines for each distance
• Bike maintenance workshops
• Group training rides
• Route familiarisation sessions

• Event organiser: Visit Victoria, UCI World Tour, UCI Women's World Tour
• Website: cadelevansgreatoceanroadrace.com.au
• Email: info@cadelevansgreatoceanroadrace.com.au
• Instagram: @cadelroadrace
  Facebook: /CadelRoadRace

By Car

• From Melbourne: 75 minutes via M1
• From Ballarat: 85 minutes via M8
• Free event parking at designated areas

By Train

• Regular V/Line services from Southern Cross Station
• Geelong Station: 10-minute walk to event village

Make the most of your cycling weekend by exploring Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula, and the iconic Surf Coast.

Cycling Specific

You Yangs Mountain Bike Park

• 50km of dedicated mountain bike trails
• Spectacular views across the plains to Melbourne
• Perfect for pre-event warm-up rides

Bellarine Rail Trail

• 32.5km scenic trail from Geelong to Queenscliff
• Gentle gradients ideal for recovery rides
• Historic railway stations and coastal views

Waterfront Precinct

Eastern Beach Reserve

• Art Deco swimming enclosure
• Family-friendly promenade
• Iconic shark-proof sea bath
• Perfect for post-ride recovery swims

Baywalk Bollards Trail

• 104 unique characters telling Geelong's story
• 48 sites along the waterfront
• Ideal family walking activity

Food & Beverage

Little Creatures Brewery

• Housed in historic wool mill
• Extensive craft beer selection
• Beer garden perfect for post-ride celebrations
• Brewery tours available

Geelong Waterfront Restaurants

• Fresh local seafood
• Waterfront dining options
• Specialty coffee venues
• Family-friendly cafes

Cultural Attractions

National Wool Museum

• Australia's largest textile heritage museum
• Interactive exhibitions
• Located in historic woolstore

Geelong Gallery

• One of Australia's oldest regional galleries
• Indigenous and contemporary art
• Regular touring exhibitions

Nearby Day Trips

Great Ocean Road

• World-famous coastal drive
• Iconic surf beaches
• Coastal townships
• Wildlife spotting opportunities

Bellarine Peninsula

• Boutique wineries
• Historic seaside villages
• Local produce markets
• Coastal walking trails

Make your cycling weekend complete by experiencing the best of what Victoria's Surf Coast has to offer, from world-class beaches to award-winning restaurants and family attractions.