Welcome to the Ultra Racing Era in North.

After setting the trend of Brevets in Punjab and two successful editions of RAAM Qualifier Shivalik Signature, now we are all geared up to achieve another milestone in the field of Ultra Racing.

We've launched another RAAM Qualifier 'Romantik Uz Beas' that's going to test Racer's nerves on the most difficult terrain with the most scenic route of RAAM Qualifiers in India. And do remember our punch line: You will not regret from till last pedal and will not forget the first pedal.

Event Date: -11-03-2024

Romantika Uz Beas is an Ultra Cycling Race event of 621 Km which is a non-stop race. The race starts from Hoshiarpur-The Cycling Heaven, the region known as Land of Saints, in the Doaba region of the Indian state of Punjab.

About the Race - Romantika Uz Beas.

As the name suggests, Race Romantika Uz Beas is romacing alongwith Beas, as through most of the route racers would experience beauty of river Beas going alongwith the route. At some patches, it touches the edges of the road even.

The event will see the racers starting from the Chohal Lake situated in the vicinity of Hoshiarpur, then entering into the Land of Gods Himachal Pradesh, passing through Mubarakapur, Maa Chintpurni, Dhaliara they will reach Dehra Gopipur that is a town situated in the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh. Situated at an average elevation of 503 meters, Dehra Gopipur is regarded as one of the most beautiful tourist destinations in the country. There are as number of beautiful locations in and around the region. The scenic surroundings, the flowing Beas River and the Pong Reservoir make this place more appealing among the tourists.

Paragpur, a small town located in Dehra Gopipur has been enlisted as the World Heritage Village in India. The pristine beauty and glorious historical background has earned this place, the tag of being a wonderful destination that showcases the traditional values of the local folks. Dehra Gopipur has wonderful climatic condition throughout the year.

The Race route goes through Nagrota Bagwan towards the most scenic surroundings of tea Estates near Palampur.At some points, toy train can also be seen alongwith the race route. After Joginder Nagar while Race proceeds towards Kullu -the turn around point of the Romantika Uz Beas is there which is famous for World renowned Dussehra. Racers would return back through the same route to Hoshairpur.

As this Race is happening in the month of June, when Fahrenheit scale is at its peak, but the interesting part is that Racers would experience mild weather overall except 12p.m. to 3p.m.and nights would be colder.

At this part of year, no one can think of Ultra Race in Indian Weather but route and location is more appropriate and appealing to attempt RQ Romantika Uz Beas.

Being Summer holidays,it can be a complete familiy affair for the support crew, enjoying the route and boosting up the Racer. If attempting in team, it would be a great experience not only to test the metal of the team on the terrain as well as enjoy the route to the fullest. Being one of the most scenic route in the World, even a wild attempt with friends accompanying as support crew would be worth a take.

Romantika Uz Beas is listed in the qualifiers for the world's toughest bicycle race- Race Across America, which runs from the west coast to east coast of USA.

What makes the event unique is that it is a non-stop event and gives the riders opportunity to test their abilities with the support of crew and also provides the option to ride as a team. The event holds solo and relay team categories. Solo riders will spend up to 38-40 hours on their bikes, while the team event sees the riders shuffling their roles as part of a relay.

Solo race is RAAM Qualifier and team event is a RAAM style event. Solo racers finishing within cut off time frame for the RAAM QUALIFIER will get RQ finisher medal and will be eligible to ride in the world's toughest bicycle race-Race Across America.This is the first edition of RAAM Qualifier 'Romantika Uz Beas' in Punjab region of North India. Although this is beginning of the Era of Ultra Cycling in North India, this year we are going to intoduce this new event with challenging route along with our third Edition of RAAM Qualifier Shivalik Signature on third of October, 2020 that will see a comparatively less challenging route in terms of elevation gain.

RACE ROUTE

Route of Romantika Uz Beas is very challenging. It starts from Chohal Lake, Hoshiarpur in Punjab and goes though the most challenging and scenic parts of Himachal Pradesh.

There may be some changes in the route depending on the present road conditions or due to some road construction going on.

Route map link:

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31795274 Bike Type Categories

• Upright single (Road bike, Hybrid or MTB)
• Any mixing type bikes are allowed depending on the Indian road conditions.

Time Allowed

Rules are framed in order to ensure:

• Safety of all persons involved
• Running a Clean and Healthy race with a level playing field for all
• Creating a Race of International standards
• Protecting Race integrity and reputation

Overview

• • Minimum age of Participation: 18 years; Minimum age for crew: 18 years
  • Every solo and team must have crew/support team. Minimum crew size is 2
  • Any mixing type bikes are allowed depending on the Indian road conditions. Change of bicycles is allowed.
  • Racers must ride the entire route and must follow the exact course.
  • Front light, tail light and helmets are a must.
  • Rider number must be displayed on the bike being used. Bib showing rider number must be visible to the marshals.
  • Aero bars are allowed; Disc wheels are allowed.
  • Front and rear lights must be on 24 hours.

• • 1st Penalty 10 minutes
  • 2nd Penalty 20 minutes (Total 30 minutes)
  • 3rd Penalty 40 minutes (Total 70 minutes)
  • 4th Penalty 80 minutes (Total150 minutes)
  • 5th Penalty Disqualification
• Bicycles ridden at night must be fully visible.
• Lighting must meet the following requirements:
  • a) Headlight (visible from 150 meter, 150 Lumens or more)
  • b) Red tail light (must be solid) with minimum three LED bulbs (visible from 100 meter)
  • c) Reflective tape on side of
    • Front fork (15c.m.*1c.m.) Rear seat stay (15c.m.*1c.m.);
    • Rear of pedals or heels of shoes or back of crank arms (3c.m.*1c.m.);
    • And each side of wheel (3-4 pieces of 3c.m.*1c.m.)
  • Riders must wear reflective vest from 1800hrs to 0600hrs during the race.
  • No drafting of vehicles, non-motorized vehicles or other riders is allowed. Any number of team racers can be on the road at any time. Teams may draft, but only among their own team mates.
  • Clock starts at the start of the race, and does not stop for any reason. Your finish time is when you cross the official finish line as per your race book. Penalties will be added to your final time, and that will be your official finish time, under all circumstances
  • All participants must obey all applicable traffic laws.
  • Support vehicles should always display rider information and crew vehicle stickers
  • Hazard lights should be on at all the times while on the road and parked on the roadside
  • Support vehicle should follow the rider and not drive in front of or parallel to the rider.
  • Support vehicle must be completely off the road when providing leapfrog support or exchanging riders, can drive along the rider no more than 4 times in one hour to handover food and drinks. Caution needs to be exercised so as to not block oncoming traffic nor cross the median.
  • Support must be leapfrog during the day and direct follow at night. Racers cannot advance at night without a follow-vehicle.
  • In day hours,direct follow under the bridges/ road construction sites.
  • Participants and racers must not impede traffic. If two or more motorists and/or a single motorist are backed up behind a support vehicle for more than 2 minutes, the support vehicle must pull over as soon as possible to allow other motor vehicles to pass.
  • Crew leader should ensure that adequate sleep time is assigned to all the crew members to avoid exhaustion and accidents.
  • Vehicle's hazard lights should be on all times and its headlights on during the night/early mornings.
  • Slow-moving vehicle triangle(it will be brought by the racer); Caution Bicycles Ahead sign; and race numbers on front, rear and both sides (signage stickers will be provided by the organizer at the time of registration)
  • Crew member must notify location every 3 hours by calling at Race Headquarters. They should inform the concerned race official if taking break longer than 30 minutes so as to ensure safety of riders and the crew.
  • Support crews must call race headquarters 5 Kms prior to unmanned control point (Not a Time Station), call again after reaching and report the racer's time of arrival.
  • Racers need not stop at the time station in day hours (All Time stations will be manned).Its mandatory for the Crew to stop at TS and check-in. Its the responsibility of the crew that Rider card is signed at each time station.
  • If any crew member notices that the rider is falling asleep and refuses to sleep, please notify a marshal or the race director to ensure safety of the rider.

Rule book will be provided at the time of registration.

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By filling the Registration form, I accept the following TERMS AND CONDITIONS for participating in the Romantika Uz Beas Race organised by BHARAT ALACRITY.

I/We agree the following TERMS AND CONDITIONS for participating in the Romantika Uz Beas Race organised by BHARAT ALACRITY.

Here 'I' is for the participant and 'We' is for the Support Crew accompanying the Participant

• I/We have read, UNDERSTOOD(if required to be translated by my own) and agree to abide by the Race Rules and Regulations.

• I/We agree to comply with the traffic and road laws and regulations of India as well as local laws.

• I/We fully understand and agree that I/We am/are entering this event entirely at my/our own risk and accept without exception full and complete liability for all and any risks and will not hold responsible nor make claims against BHARAT ALACRITY, any of the participants, its OFFICIALS, ANY FACILITATORS, AGENCY, SERVICE PROVIDERS, for any loss, damage or injury or disability however caused in relation to my/our participation in this event.

• I/We understand & accept that when I/We am/are riding a bicycle, I/We am/are required to wear a helmet of given specification at all times during the event.

• I/We Understand & Accept that I/We am/are required to comply with all the Safety Requirements set out in the Race Rules & Regulations.

• I/We understand that BHARAT ALACRITY reserves the right to Refuse or Cancel my/our registration, and will Refund the registration fees after deductions for Payment Gateway Charges. I/We understand that fees once paid will not be refunded under any other case, BUT OR Only if organisers are forced to cancel the event, fees be refunded after subtracting operational costs.

• I/We agree to sign the waiver form and submit the required information and documents at the time of Race Registration prior to the Race.

• I/We understand that any attempt at unfair practice, violation (as determined by the race officials) if proven, will result in immediate disqualification from the event.

• I/We agree to make the Payment of Registration charges as per the event details, if any dues are left I would be sole responsible for not getting registered or denial to participate.

• Participation in the Event is subject confirming the race rules & regulations, authorisation from Respective Race Officials after Payment of Registration fees.

• I/We understand that my/our Participation is subject to various Mandatory Pre Race registration formalities at the designated time, non compliance to any such obligations would lead to cancellation of my/ our participation in the event.

Solo - Registration Fees include Participants' Jersey (1 per participant), stickers for vehicles,Finishers' Medals.