PREAMBLE
The 2nd edition of the Gravel Fever Grand Châtellerault (hereinafter the Event) is organized on September 13, 14 and 15, 2024 by France Vélo Événements SAS.
The present document defines: (i) the sporting regulations of the Event (hereinafter the Regulations), (ii) the general terms and conditions of sale applicable to any order of products or services relating to the Event placed with the Organizer via the Njuko registration platform (its website, mobile site or application) (hereinafter the Organizer's General Terms and Conditions of Sale).
The terms "you", "your" and "yours" refer to you, as the participant or consumer, or as the parent or legal guardian (over 18 years of age) if the participant or consumer is a minor in his/her country of residence. Your registration for the Event implies your express and unreserved acceptance of the present Rules and of the organizer's General Terms and Conditions of Sale.
This document supplements the Terms of Use of the online registration platform known as Njuko (hereinafter Njuko), which can be accessed at Njuko In the event of any contradiction between the terms of the Njuko Terms of Use, the organizer's present General Terms and Conditions of Sale and the Regulations, the terms of the Regulations shall prevail over the General Terms and Conditions of Sale, which shall themselves prevail over the Njuko Terms of Use.
The Organizer may revise and update the Terms and Conditions and the Regulations at any time; please consult them regularly. Any changes made shall apply immediately upon notification, by any means, including publication of a revised version hereof on the Event website https://gravelfever.fr/. In the event of a material change to the Terms and Conditions and/or the Regulations, the Organizer will endeavor to notify you by e-mail to the e-mail address provided on Njuko.
Important! Njuko's role:
The Njuko website through which you placed your order allows professional vendors and organizers to list and sell their products and services. Although the Njuko platform facilitates the transactions carried out on it, Njuko is not the seller or organizer of the products and services relating to the Event. Consequently, the sale of products or services relating to the Event forms a sales contract solely between you and the Organizer. The Organizer is responsible for the sale of products or services relating to the Event and for any claims or other problems arising out of or in connection with the sales contract between you and the Organizer.
A. SPORTS REGULATIONS
The present sports regulations (hereinafter the Regulations) apply to all participants in the Event. They form an integral part of the General Conditions of Sale referred to above and comply with the regulations of the Fédération Française de Cyclisme (French Cycling Federation) specific to Ultra Distance cycling, as well as the regulations for Randosportives and randonnées events.
In the event of any conflict with the provisions of the General Terms and Conditions of Sale, the provisions of the Regulations shall prevail.
B. ORGANIZATIONS AND DEFINITIONS
GRAVEL FEVER Grand Châtellerault offers various Gravel courses open exclusively to Gravel and Cyclo-cross (CX) bikes. For Gravel ADVENTURE, mountain bikes are tolerated. For the GRAVEL FEVER FREE, DECOUVERTE, CHALLENGE ENTREPRISES and DUO events, mountain bikes and VAEs are accepted.
GRAVEL FEVER Grand Châtellerault is a series of rides, not timed in their entirety, except for two events: Gravel Fever Ultra and Gravel Fever Grand Châtellerault.
* (Ultra distance regulations) and Gravel Fever RACE
* (randosport regulations with timed sectors). All other Gravel Fever events are randonnees.
The distances are as follows:
- Gravel Fever Ultra, les Terrasses de l'Observatoire de Meudon / Châtellerault over 500km and 3400m D+ approx.
- Gravel Fever Adventure, Châtellerault / Châtellerault approx. 100 km and 1000 D+.
- Gravel Fever Race, Châtellerault / Châtellerault approx. 140 km and 1200 D+.
- Gravel Fever Duo, Châtellerault / Châtellerault approx. 80 km and 500 D+.
- Gravel Fever Découverte and Challenge Entreprises, Châtellerault / Châtellerault about 50 km and 300 D+.
- Gravel Fever Free, Châtellerault / Châtellerault approx. 25 km and 100 D+.
Only portions of the Gravel Fever Race will be timed. Times will be communicated to participants, with rankings for the following categories: scratch, men and women, best climber men, best climber women.
These events will take place on roads open to traffic. Details of the routes will be communicated to each participant at least one week before the start, as well as on the website, social networks and when race numbers are handed out. *see Timing and special features chapter.
C. TEST DEFINITION
GRAVEL FEVER CHALLENGE ENTREPRISES
The Gravel Fever Challenge Entreprises stands out as a friendly and committed competition, promoting team spirit and collective achievement. The event is not a timed race in the traditional sense, but a challenge highlighting the participation, creativity and dynamism of companies through three distinct trophies. Taking place on public roads and paths open to traffic, this event requires scrupulous respect for the Highway Code, the general regulations of France Vélo Évènements and the regulations of the prefectural authorities.
Participation is open to teams of 3 to 6 male and female cyclists over the age of 16. Each team embarks on the course with the aim of raising the profile of its company and strengthening internal cohesion.
Tracking is done via a GPX trace, sent by e-mail at least one week before the event, and also available on our websites and social networks.
The early bird rate is €65 per person, and the post-July 31, 2024 rate is €75.
Teams must arrive together at the finish to be eligible for the ranking, having had their Gravel Fever Challenge Entreprises booklets stamped, thus demonstrating their team spirit and collective commitment.
The challenges are threefold:
1. Challenge Sportif Trophy: This classification rewards the sporting spirit of the teams, based on cohesion, with the team's grouped arrival as the criterion.
2. Challenge Finishers Trophy: recognizes the company that has mobilized the greatest number of employees to cross the finish line, underlining the importance of participation beyond the competition.
3. Ambiance Challenge Trophy: Three categories are evaluated - presence on social networks via a dedicated #, support by the best group of supporters, and the best costumes among participants and supporters, judging the originality and festive spirit of the companies.
The start of the Gravel Fever Challenge Entreprises is scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, in Châtellerault. Involvement in this event reflects the desire of companies to promote well-being, health and team spirit among their employees, within the framework of an event combining sport, nature and conviviality.
1.CONDITIONS OF PARTICIPATION
1.1 Registration exclusively online at www.gravelfever.fr and secure payment by credit card for all distances.
The registration will be considered complete and will therefore be validated as soon as it includes the following elements for each participant.
Each entry entitles the holder to a handlebar number plate. No number transfer is authorized for any reason whatsoever. All event registrations are personal, firm and final, and will not be reimbursed for any reason whatsoever, unless specifically stipulated in the regulations. France Vélo Événements encourages all participants to take out cancellation insurance via the Njuko platform at the time of registration.
Any person assigning his or her number without the third party's file being validated in Njuko will be held responsible in the event of an accident occurring or caused by the third party during the event.
The Organizer declines all responsibility in the event of an accident in this type of situation.
1.2 DOCUMENTS TO BE SUPPLIED
As this is not a competition, the CACI (Certificat Médical d'Absence de Contre-indication à la Pratique du Cyclisme) is not compulsory for unlicensed riders, in accordance with the French Sports Code. However, in the interests of prevention, we strongly recommend that you obtain and present a medical certificate stating that you have no contraindications to cycling.
Participation is open to all, licensed and non-licensed riders alike, provided they are at least 14 years old on the day of the event. Minors must present parental authorization to take part in the event.
2. NUMBER WITHDRAWAL
Numbers and/or handlebar numbers can be collected on presentation of the following documents:
- Your invitation, available for download from your Njuko account and/or sent by e-mail prior to the Event,
- Your identity document
- Your license or medical certificate meeting the above conditions (par 1.2)
Numbers can only be collected in the dedicated area of the Event Village, set up in each of the start towns.
Bib number pick-up times are as follows:
- Gravel Fever Challenge Entreprises Friday September 13 from 4pm to 7pm, Saturday September 14 from 7am to 9.30am at the Starting Village at La Manu, All. du Jardin du Directeur, 86100 Châtellerault.
All handlebar plate assignments are firm and final.
No handlebar plates will be sent by post.
The handlebar number plate is required for access to the start area and the living quarters, and must be fully legible during the event, even in bad weather.
3. HOW TO REGISTER
Event registrations are made exclusively on Njuko (whether via the Njuko website, its mobile site or its app).
Any person wishing to participate in the Event agrees to first register as a member of Njuko. To this end, the participant must complete a Njuko registration form and unconditionally accept Njuko's Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The participant undertakes to provide only truthful information concerning his/her identity.
4.RATES GRAVEL FEVER CHALLENGE ENTREPRISES BIBS
For safety reasons, the Organizer reserves the right to limit the number of registrations available.
Early Bird rates are valid until July 31, 2024 for all paying events.
Event prices are as follows:
- Early Bird bib 65€
- Full price bib 75€.
The price of race numbers is expressed in this document in euros, inclusive of all taxes, at the rate in force on the day of your registration. All event registrations are personal, firm and final, and cannot be reimbursed for any reason whatsoever, unless specifically stipulated in the Regulations.
Each registration entitles the holder to one race number. No transfer of race number is permitted for any reason whatsoever. Any person transferring his or her number to a third party will be held responsible in the event of an accident occurring or caused by the third party during the event. The organization declines all responsibility in the event of such an accident.
5. CANCELLATION AT THE PARTICIPANT'S INITIATIVE
For participants who so wish, "cancellation" insurance is offered at the time of registration for the Event on Njuko, whose policy can be consulted on Njuko. This option must be taken out before the order is validated. This option allows you, under certain conditions established by the insurer chosen by the Organizer, to be reimbursed for all or part of the price of your race number only, to the exclusion of any other product or service ordered.
6. SAFETY
It is imperative that all participants take the necessary measures to ensure their own safety and that of other competitors. This includes respecting the Highway Code, wearing an approved helmet and being in good physical and psychological condition to take part in the event. Participants must also ensure that their equipment is in good condition.
7. RESCUE AND MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
If a participant is in difficulty or seriously injured, it's important to call for help.
Here are the different options available:
- By dialing the PC Security number on the frame plate.
- Asking another rider to call for help if the rider is unable to do so himself.
It is the responsibility of each participant to come to the aid of anyone in danger and to contact emergency services. Here are the emergency numbers to call in case of need:
- Emergency services: 15
- Police Secours: 17
- Fire department: 18
- General emergency number: 112
It's important to bear in mind that a variety of unforeseen environmental and event-related circumstances may result in longer-than-expected rescue times. In such situations, your safety will depend on what you've packed in your bag and on whether you've complied with the mandatory equipment.
All regulators and members of the organization are empowered to take the following measures:
- Exclude from the event any competitor deemed unable to continue the event.
- Evacuate riders they consider to be in danger by any means necessary.
- Direct participants to the most appropriate care structure. It should be noted that any rider calling on the services of a doctor or first-aider automatically submits to their authority and agrees to accept their decisions.
A participant who wilfully strays from the course is no longer under the responsibility of the organization. During the event, the only way for participants to communicate with the organization is to call the Security HQ number, which must be communicated in advance.
8. MECHANICAL ASSISTANCE
Mechanical assistance is only permitted in the feed zones. Participants may not receive mechanical assistance outside these zones.
9. REFUELLING
Refuelling stations will be available at dedicated areas. Participants should plan their refuelling accordingly and be self-sufficient between these points. You will be informed of the zones in question when you receive your GPX track. That is, no later than one week before Gravel Fever.
10. REQUIRED AND RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Each participant is responsible for their own bike and equipment. They must ensure that their bike is in good working order and that they have all the necessary equipment for the race, including repair and first-aid tools.
To ensure the safety and smooth running of the Gravel Fever Challenge Entreprises events, the following equipment is mandatory.
10.1 Compulsory equipment
-Certified helmet (CE standards).
-GPS counter or phone with course downloaded.
-Repair kits.
-Multi-tools.
-Chain drift
-Mobile phone with safety PC number registered, charged and switched on.
10.2 Recommended equipment (not mandatory)
Health
-Paracetamol.
Accessories
-Lubricant
Appropriate clothing:
-Survival blanket, cap, gloves, windproof jacket.
Miscellaneous:
-ID, bank card.
11. ABANDON
In the event of withdrawal from the "Gravel Fever Challenge Entrprises" event, unless due to injury, accident or immobilization by medical decision, the participant must follow the following instructions:
1 - Notification of withdrawal: The participant must contact Race HQ by telephone (number given when the number is issued) and notify them of his or her withdrawal.
2 Personal responsibility: If a participant withdraws from the event, he/she is personally responsible for finding his/her own way home, to his/her own vehicle or to any other destination of his/her choice. By accepting the rules, the participant releases the organizer from any responsibility or assistance in connection with his/her evacuation or repatriation. It is strongly recommended that each participant anticipates a possible withdrawal by taking the necessary steps to organize his or her own repatriation.
12. DISQUALIFICATION
Participants who fail to comply with these rules may be disqualified at the discretion of the organizers.
13. CANCELLATION
13.1 Cancellation by decision of the organization :
-Full refund excluding administration and insurance costs.
13.2 Cancellation beyond the organization's control or in cases of force majeure*:
- No refund.
*Cases of force majeure include: bad weather, security reasons, prefectoral bans, or any other unforeseeable event beyond the organizer's control.
13.3 Cancellation conditions for the participant :
-Cancellation insurance offered upon registration. Reimbursement possible only for participants who have taken out this insurance.
14. GENERAL SERVICES
Road safety is provided by the Préfecture de Police. A medical service will be present at each event. They may decide to withdraw a participant from the race for medical reasons.
Under no circumstances shall the Organizer be held liable for any participant who is unable to finish his or her race, following a decision by the general services to disqualify him or her.
15. SAFETY
Participants must respect the safety instructions given by the Organizer's staff throughout the course.
The event's security arrangements will come to an end at the finish line.
The proposed routes will be mainly on roads, tracks, trails, greenways, cycle paths, but also on roads open to traffic. For everyone's safety, it is essential that each participant RESPECT THE CODE OF THE ROAD throughout the course (one-way streets, stop signs, priorities, traffic lights, etc.). It's important to be vigilant and to respect these rules so that you can live together on these public spaces in optimum conditions.
On the course, it is essential to respect the instructions given by the organization's staff and the forces of law and order, in addition to the provisions of the Highway Code.
16. PARTICIPANT CHARTER: RESPECT AND ENVIRONMENT
Each participant is asked to respect the following commitments when registering:
- Respect the highway code in all circumstances.
- Demonstrate civility towards all third parties (other participants, motorists, pedestrians, public transport users, public service agents, etc.).
- Ensure ecologically responsible waste management (food packaging, inner tubes, etc.).
- Respect the environment by avoiding any action that may cause damage.
The Organizer reserves the right to exclude from the Event participants who do not respect this charter.
17. LIABILITY INSURANCE
Each participant must be in possession of personal accident or civil liability insurance, either through a license issued by a sports federation, or privately.
Each participant undertakes to do so by signing the registration form and acknowledges having read the offer proposed by the organizer on the registration form.
The organizer cannot be held responsible for any breach of this commitment, and consequently for any incident or loss suffered by the participant before, during or after the event.
In the same context, the individual responsibility of all collaborators, assistants and members of the organization team cannot be engaged before, during or after the event.
18. EMERGENCY NUMBER
Participants will be given an emergency number, to be used only in the event of an accident or when a participant requires medical assistance, or to report an abandonment.
19. MODIFICATION - POSTPONEMENT - CANCELLATION
If circumstances so require, the Organizer reserves the right to modify the course, the position of refreshment points and checkpoints at any time, to postpone the date and/or times of the Event, to stop the race in progress, to cancel it or to set up an alternative route.
20. MEDIA, IMAGE RIGHTS
The organizer reserves exclusive image rights for the duration of the event for all registered participants.
Unless expressly requested by the competitor, the organization reserves the right to use any photographs taken during the event for promotional purposes.
21. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY AND CIVIL LIBERTIES
In accordance with the legislation in force, participants have the right to access, rectify or object to their personal computerized data. This data may be used, transferred, rented or exchanged, in particular for commercial information operations, results and the press.