SEACOAST
CENTURY
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Tri-State Seacoast Century, September 22-23, 2012
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for the Seacoast Century?
Go
to Active.com
and register on-line starting April 16, 2012
No mail-in or walk-in registrations will be accepted.
What are the dates for the 2012 Seacoast Century?
September 22-23, 2012. (The third weekend after Labor Day.)
What are the dates for the 2013 event?
The third weekend after Labor Day, which will be September 21-22, 2013.
Is
there a limit on the number of riders?
Yes, 1,600 riders for the weekend. All riders must register
on-line with Active.com and will receive a T-shirt upon check-in.
Why is this a two-day event? Most century rides are only one day!
Simple answer: Flexibility! While a National Century (100 miles) is to be completed in ten consecutive hours, by offering rides of 25, 50, 63, and 100 miles on both days riders can pick the day of their choice -- or ride on both days with full services for less than two single-day registrations. Many people come from out of state, maybe do the full Century on Saturday, take a shorter ride on Sunday, socialize from Friday evening through Sunday afternoon, then head for home or other attractions in our Granite State. More flexibility exists as we do not have a mass-start and riders can pedal north or south first thus avoiding crowded roadways, not to mention a lower risk of accidents.
Note: All rides start and stop at our Hampton Beach State Park headquarters.
Is there an optional dinner?
There are no planned dinners or social events other than meeting other riders at headquarters and the Maine rest stop. There are many local and excellent restaurants where cyclists may gather to swap stories, talk about the event, and dine when and where wanted. For more information about restaurants and accommodations, please visit www.hamptonbeach.com, call 1-866-230-9011, or contact the Hampton Chamber of Commerce at 1-800-GET-A-TAN.
How are the roads?
All roads are paved and very suitable for riding a Century. The route is very scenic but not fast as we use many side roads and travel through some congested areas. But there are very few hills! (Yes, our Century is "flatter than the flattest" -- sorry, NBW!) Total elevation climbed for the entire 100 mile route is reportedly less than 1,500 vertical feet. However, no guarantees on the wind or the weather!
What about the police?
All police departments along our route have been informed about our event and will be enforcing the rules of the road. We will have police details stationed at key intersections, patrolling the route, and at headquarters. They will be assisted by some of our volunteers acting as route marshals who will be wearing safety-green T-shirts. Our goal is to make our event as safe and enjoyable as possible for all participants while still sharing the roads with motorists.
Police details in cruisers and unmarked cars will stop and ticket riders who blatantly ignore the rules of the road. Cycling two or more abreast and impeding the flow of normal traffic will not be tolerated. DO NOT BLOCK THE ROADS! Be courteous and use common sense.
Do I have to let you know the distance I will be riding?
No, you can ride any distance you choose as long as you return by 5:00 PM. No services including food will be available after 5:00 PM both Saturday and Sunday. The remote rest stops close at 4:00 PM.
Can
I buy a extra T-shirt the day of the ride?
Only
late Sunday afternoon. We purchase enough for all pre-registered riders,
plus a few extras. T-shirts will be distributed at the beginning of the
ride.
Can I exchange my T-shirt for a different size at the event?
Only late Sunday afternoon, after all other riders receive theirs.
What
is the weather like that time of year?
Daytime
temperatures are generally in the 50's and 60's, although, it can be much
cooler at the start of the ride at 7:00 AM.
What
food will be available at the rest stops?
In
past years we have had cookies, crackers, oranges, bananas, peanut butter
sandwiches made with "When Pigs Fly" gourmet bread, water, and
Gatorade. We will continue to offer these items plus some items suggested
in 2011 including pretzels and bottled water.
Can
I register by mail?
No.
All registrations will be done on-line with Active.com
starting April 16, 2012. Mail-in and walk-in registrations are not available.
Can
I get a cue sheet before the ride?
No.
Due to road and bridge construction, the cue sheets are not finalized
until just before the event. We will post anything available on this web
site a few weeks before the event.
Can I get a map of the ride?
This website has a basic map posted for viewing.
Where
do you recommend we stay in the area?
We
cannot recommend
any specific accommodations, but keep in mind that our headquarters is
located at Hampton Harbor, the southerly-end of Hampton Beach. We suggest
you contact the Hampton Beach Chamber of Commerce
at http://www.hamptonbeach.org,
call 1-800-GET-A-TAN, or visit
the commercial web site http://www.hamptonbeach.com,
call 1-866-230-9011.
Will
there be any bike repairs available?
We expect to have local bike shops assisting riders at the headquarters
and at the Maine rest stop at Fort McClary. Bike mechanics will not patrol
the route -- be prepared and reasonably self-sufficient!
Will
I receive information on next year’s ride?
All
registered 2011 participants were sent an email announcing the registrations
for our 2012 event were accepted starting April 16, 2112. All 2012 participants
who registered via Active.com will be notified of the 2013 Seacoast Century
about April 2013.
More
questions?
Please use
the following email link to contact the GSW if your questions have not
been answered above.
