At a Glance
NO HELMET NO RIDE. WALKMAN, iPOD OR ANY HEADPHONE DEPENDENT DEVICES ARE NOT ALLOWED DURING THE RIDE
Over 700 cyclists from around Malaysia are expected to brave the 210 km Malakoff Inter-state Fellowship Ride 2009 covering the three states of Penang, Perak and Kedah. The two-day Ride spans over 31 December 2009 and 1 January 2010, covering challenging terrains of 149 km and 71 km, respectively. The Ride is sponsored by Malakoff Corporation Berhad (Malakoff) and is part of the Company’s flagship corporate social responsibility platform – the Malakoff Community Partnerships. Through this Ride, Malakoff aims to combine sports and healthy living with community outreach. While the participants peddle into the dawn of 2010 traversing the scenic 13-km Penang Bridge with a reinforced commitment to healthy lifestyles, they also aim to raise RM 20, 000 for charity organisations that will be announced during the event launch. The Malakoff Inter-state Fellowship Ride 2009 is jointly organised by State Government of Penang and Penang State Sports Council with technical expertise from the Knights of the Round Table (KOTRT) and Maju Ke Hadapan Cycling Group (MKH). The ardours Ride will witness cyclists of various age groups come together notwithstanding their diverse backgrounds. To ensure a smooth and safe ride, authorities from Juru Auto City, Malaysian Highway Authority (LLM), KTM Motonation, Royal Malaysian Police Majlis Perbandaran Pulau Pinang and Majlis Perbandaran Seberang Perai (MPSP), Delta Business Solutions and Olympic Sports & Fitness will be working together to extend necessary support.
Entry fee is RM30.00, non-refundable. Entry fees collected
will be channeled to
charitable
organisations. Come ride with us and be the first to cross the newly completed 6 lane Penang Bridge, on a bicycle. Ride with a cause.
The launch of the event would take place at G Hotel on the 17th November 2009 at 10.00am. A trial ride will be conducted on the 1st November 2009, starting at Auto City( N05º20.249’ E100º25.696’ ), Seberang Perai, 7.30am. Marshals will escort the ride. If you need a support car, make your own arrangement. Come join us and have great fun.
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It’s the last cycling event of 2009 and also the opening cycling event for the year 2010. Come and join us cycle through Pulau Pinang, Kedah and Perak in a single day. See the rustic kampung scene you have almost forgotten. Check out roads forgotten by motorist and do it VIP style, escorted.
Day 1, 31 December 2009, will take you through 149km of rustic kampung charm. The road is flat without major climb and best of all it is shaded almost 80% of the route. With 2 feeding stops and 1 water stop thrown in, it is definitely a doable ride for cyclists of all levels.
Day 2, 1 January 2010, will take cyclists across Penang Bridge, which prohibits bicycles from crossing and best of all you would be the first to cycle across the newly face lifted bridge. The 71km route will take you around Penang Island passing through roads that allow you to look at Penang from a very different angle.
Experienced Marshals from PDRM with credential of marshalling the Le Tour de Langkawi will be roped in to ensure you a VIP ride
For RM30.00, which is an obsolete amount for any rides nowadays, you’ll get goodies from Powerbar, Nestle, Suntonic, and a cool participant T-shirt. To add value to your money, your registration fees will be donated to charitable organisations.
Registrations close on 5th December or upon reaching 700 registered participants, whichever comes first. Come and join us. Register now. It doesn’t matter whether you are riding only one day or both days or not sure you can make it on the day. Whether you are riding or not sure of even starting, your registration fees goes to charitable organisations. Wait no more. Register now before the registration closes or forever hold your peace.
F A Q
(All you wanted to know but too macho to ask!)
1. What is the Malakoff Interstate Fellowship Ride?
It is a recreational event that caters to all levels of road-biking enthusiasts from beginners, weekend roadies to hardcore competitors.
It is NOT a race, per se, but more to promote fellowship, cycling tourism and healthy lifestyle. PLEASE OBSERVE ALL TRAFFIC RULES AND REGULATIONS ALL THE TIME.
This is the time to savor the beautiful scenery and camaraderie with your fellow roadies. The focus is on Fun, Food and Fellowship.
2. How much financial damage do I need to incur to enjoy this event?
Well, you get to ride with hundreds of your fellow roadies, a Golden (life time?) opportunity to be the first to cycle across the newly widened Penang Bridge and at the same time do your bit for a charitable cause!
After the ride on Day 1, you will be treated to light lunch. On Day 2, you will be treated to Penang’s famous local Malay culinary delights.
You will also get our event souvenir t-shirt, lots of sponsored goodies, an exclusive finisher certificate, and the chance to win awesome lucky draw prizes. What more can you ask for?
..and ALL this for a measly RM30.00 per person!
3. Wow, can I still sign up for this event?
we have started taking entries with immediate effect and we are closing on the 1st of December 2009 or as soon as the set limit of 700 participants is reached. WE WOULD MAKE OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT WHEN REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. Please refer to this web site, not your friends or bike shop for updates.
4. How is the route like? Is it very tough?
The two days(years) ride spans over 31st December 2009 and 1st January 2010.
Day 1 covers moderately challenging terrains of 149 km and Day 2 covers a mere 71 km.
5. What is my preparation?
HELMET COMPULSORY! NO HELMET, NO RIDE!
WALKMAN OR iPOD NOT ALLOWED DURING RIDE.
Have a good working condition road bike.
Be SELF-SUFFICIENT i.e. 2 FULL size drinking bottles, and the usual bike accessories like multi-tool, spare tubes, mini pump or Co2 cartridge. There are water stations for refill. A bike mechanic will sweep the ride. In case of breakdown, wait for the mechanic to attend to you FOC. However parts/accessories changed will be charged accordingly by the mechanic.
An enduring spirit to complete the ride, COMMON SENSE to obey ALL road and traffic regulations! Your sense of humor to enjoy the road, the scorching sun and the company of your fellow roadies will help.
Ride hard, ride SAFE and have FUN! Last but not least remember to smile.
6. I’m not familiar with the roads and am not a strong rider, will I lose my way if I am left behind?
The route will be clearly marked by signboards with direction indicators and lots of marshals and traffic controllers.
If you dropped out of the peloton, our riding marshals will assist to “tow” you back to join the peloton OR..
if you have fallen too far behind, our sweepers (in pick-up trucks or lorries) will pick you up and take you to the next available stop.
Please FOLLOW all instructions by our marshals as your safety is our outmost importance!
7. What are the important time checks and reminders?
Day 1 : 31 December 2009 (149km)
6.00am : Open of registration lines. Check-in COMPULSORY!
7.00am : Arrival of VIP
7.15am : Flag off by VIP.
8.00am-12noon:Collection of No Plates for riders not cycling on Day 1.
12noon-2pm: Light lunch
1.00pm : Arrival of cyclists at Juru. Check-out COMPULSORY. 2.30pm : Arrival of Sweepers/ Last check-out
End of Day 1
Day 2 : 1 Jan 2010 (71km)
6.00am : Open of registration lines & collection of rider plates.
Check-in COMPULSORY!
7.00am : Arrival of VIP
7.15am : Flag off by VIP.
11.30am : Arrival of first wave of riders. Check-out COMPULSORY!
12noon : Lunch and mock-cheque presentation
12.30pm : Speech and good-bye
2.30pm : Last check out of riders. Check-out COMPULSORY!
PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR INSURANCE POLICY OR POLICIES ARE NOT VOID OR VOIDABLE AS A RESULT OF THE YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THIS EVENT. ALL riders will be required to sign an indemnity form to clear the organizers and their agents of any legal proceedings.
This is a NON-PROFIT making event and is organized by volunteers who have sacrificed much of their time, energy and money FOC, so they don’t need to be burdened by legal issues after the event.
8. How to qualify for the lucky draw?
Only participants with VALID RIDING PLATES are eligible for the LUCKY DRAWS. You have to complete BOTH Day 1 and Day 2 ride to qualify for GRAND DRAW.
Your lucky draw numbers and goodies can be claimed at the finishing line by CHECKING-OUT whether you complete the ride or otherwise. The safety of your lucky draw tickets are your own responsibility. If you loose the ticket, no replacement ticket will be allocated.
Riders must claim the prizes PERSONALLY.
UNCLAIMED lucky draw prizes will be REDRAWNED.
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