Cyclesport Victoria

The 2009 ‘Go for your life’ Tour Challenge took place on Sunday October 11^th 2009. Cyclists from all over Victoria were treated to perfect riding conditions on a beautiful Spring day in Ballarat.

The event was organised by Cycle Sport Victoria, with the support of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour and ‘Go for your life’. The day would not have been possible without the assistance by the wonderful volunteers from the Trentham and Glenlyon CFA. 

Participants had the option of choosing either the 70 kilometre short course or 150 kilometre long course. Both courses offered cyclists beautiful county scenery and a number of challenging climbs and rolling hills as they tested themselves on stage 1 of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour a day before the stars talked the same course.

Aid Stations at Newlyn, Trentham and Glenlyon allowed cyclists to refuel with light refreshments as they made their way through the course. The SRAM support vehicles were on hand to provide mechanical assistance to cyclists throughout the event along with Event Medical Services Australia ensuring cyclists were well looked after.

Upon completing the Challenge many participants stuck around to watch the stars of the Jayco Herald Sun Tour battle it out in an action packed Criterium around the streets of Ballarat which was well attended by more than 20 thousand spectators.

Event Coordinator Mathew Hilton was very pleased with the success of the day; all who took part appeared to enjoy the opportunity to ride on such a challenging and scenic course on a picture perfect day in Ballarat.

"It was fantastic to have ‘Go for your life’ on board as the event sponsor, relaying the message of a healthy, happy and active lifestyle.”

The next recreational event on the CycleSport Victoria calendar is Scotty’s Ride in Shepparton, December 12^th. The stars of Australian Cycling will again be out to support such a great weekend of cycling and the Scott Peoples Foundation. 

Please click below to view a gallery of images from the Tour Challenge courtesy of Charmion Phillips at Aeon Photo.  Please go to Aeon Photo to see more or purchase these images.