CMC Summer Series 2026 Race 1 - Karaka

Race details

16km laps starting & finishing at Karaka War Memorial Hall. Map of the course (Strava)

• A & B Grade (5 laps) 80km
• C Grade (4 laps) 64km
• D & E Grade (3 laps) 48km
• Social Grade (2 laps) 32 km
• Under-19 Grade (2 laps) 32 kms
  • • Under-19 riders must be aged over 13 years of age & 19 or less by 31 Dec 2026.
    • Riders who are turning 15 or over this year can ride in the Under-19 Grade or in Grades A to E.
    • 13 and 14 year olds should ride in the U-19 grade.

Which grade is best for me?

Here's a list of the likely race speeds for each grade:

A Grade 40 km/h and above.
B Grade 37 km/h to 40 km/h
C Grade 33 km/h to 36 km/h
D Grade 29 km/h to 32 km/h
E Grade 25 km/h to 28 km/h

Social grade - below 25 km/h

If you haven't raced before you should add 3-4 km/h to your normal ride speed due to the bunch dynamics of a race to get the right grade for you.

Registration

Opens: 7:45am

Closes: 8:30am
Location: Karaka War Memorial Hall

Entry fees

Grades A-E: $50
Social and Junior Grades: $30
Non-member surcharge: $10

ENTER ALL FOUR SUMMER SERIES RACES AND GET A $20 DISCOUNT

Just select the 4 race option and pay the fee.  Should you wish to change grades during the series, this may be done after consultation with the committee.

In the event of a race cancellation, all entry fees will be refunded.

REGISTRATION CLOSES ON JANUARY 14TH 2026