Bicycle Network Victoria: RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride
All the latest news and competitions for the 2011 RACV Great Vic
08 August 2011 This offer has now closed. Bicycle Network Victoria members that signed up for the 3 days ride options between 1st - 7th of August and notified us of their jersey size will recieve a confirmation email w/c 8/8/11.
Exclusive Bicycle Network Victoria member offer - closed
New or existing Bicycle Network Victoria members that sign up for either the Mighty Murray or Goldfields RACV Great Vic Three-Day Ride Options between 1 - 7 August 2011 will receive the official event jersey for FREE.
You must 'send a message' to Bicycle Network Victoria with your name, rider number and jersey size by Sunday 7 August to qualify after you've purchased your entry.
For full terms and conditions click here.
Echuca Rest Day Package
20 July 2011. The winner of the Echuca Rest Day Package is Edward Green of Eltham, VIC. Congratulations Edward! We hope you enjoy the many activities Echuca has to offer. For more information about what you can experience whilst visiting Echuca, visit www.echucamoama.com
14 July 2011. Entries are now closed for the Echuca Rest Day Package. The winner will be randomly drawn at the Bicycle Network Victoria office on Wednesday 20 July at 11am AEDST.
The winner will be notified by telephone and email the same day of the draw. The winner will be either sent the prize or can pick it up at the Bicycle Network Victoria office prior to the start of the RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride 2011.
If the winner is unable to collect their prize from the Bicycle Network Victoria office, their prize will be delivered to their address in Australia at Bicycle Network Victoria’s expense. The winner should allow 28 days from the date of the presentation for delivery of their prize.
15 June 2011. Riders who enter the 9 day RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride 2011 between Wednesday 15 June and Wednesday 13 July 2011, will go into the draw to win an Echuca Rest Day Package including:
One nights accommodation voucher from the Echuca-Moama Accommodation Association
Valued at approx $150.00
Port of Echuca Double Superpass
Includes:
- 1 hour Echuca Paddlesteamer Cruise
- All Day Wharf Walk Admission
- Complimentary guided tour as scheduled
- Free Echuca Paddlesteamers Souvenir
Value: $57.20
National Holden Museum Double Pass
Value $14.00
Billabong Ranch Double Pass
Includes:
- Mini Golf
- Rockwall
- Paddleboats
- Animal Nursery
- Outdoor Ten Pin Bowling
Value: $56.00
Total value of major prize is $277.00
Riders will be required to pay the deposit of $200 between Wednesday 15 June and Wednesday 13 July 2011 to go into the draw to win. The winner will be announced and notified on Wednesday 20 July 2011 at 11am.
RACV locks up Great Vic
31 May 2011. RACV will continue its naming rights sponsorship of the Great Victorian Bike Ride for the next three years, further boosting the profile of the renowned event.
The multi-year deal cements the reputation of the event as one of the biggest and longest running bike rides in the world.
The popular ride, promoted as "a week in another world", comprises a nine day bike riding and camping holiday through some of Victoria's most beautiful communities.
Each year some 5000 riders explore the State's attractive towns and landscapes, with at least 1000 riders in school groups.
This year the ride starts in Swan Hill on 26 November, travelling 590 kilometres through Kerang, Barham, Echuca, Boort, Wedderburn, Maryborough and finishing in Castlemaine on 4 December.
RACV’s General Manager of Member & Motoring Services, Gordon Oakley said RACV was delighted to continue its association with this iconic event for a further three years.
“It’s also an important economic contributor to the regional towns along the route by providing a welcome boost to tourism in these areas,” he said.
“Last year’s event was a great success for all involved and this year is expected to be even better with some extra options, including two three-day rides and two, one-day rides.
Mr Oakley said RACV’s involvement with this event was an extension to existing collaboration with Bicycle Network Victoria on the annual Ride to Work and Ride2School days, the RACV Bike Assist product, and advocacy on cycling in general.
For more about the 2011 event, including tickets, click here.
Bicycle Network Victoria CEO Harry Barber said the partnership with RACV and the Great Victorian Bike Ride was an ideal fit.
“The iconic RACV Great Victorian Bike Ride is a key part of many Victorian’s lives and RACV’s partnership will ensure it continues to offer the cyclists an unforgettable experience,” he said.
RACV will be offering its bike riding members special offers and benefits during the event.
For information about the ride, and getting your tickets, click here.