Riders may be moved up or down grades, based on their performance in races during the season, as judged by the handicappers. 3 consecutive wins in a grade will result in the rider being automatically promoted. The handicapper may use discretion when considering riders moving up from E1 to D grade and F grade to E2 grade.
When a rider moves up a grade, their points will be reduced if necessary, so they are placed no higher than 3rd equal in that grade.
Riders must see Lee Oliver prior to making a grade change so we can make it less stressful for the timing and registration teams. We want to avoid grade changes on the day. Please contact Lee on 021 143 6806 or email leeo@chbc.school.nzat least 2 days prior to race day, or see him the week before so the changes can be considered. Once the change has been made, riders will have to stay in that grade for at least 3 races. EXCEPTIONAL CIRCUMSTANCES WILL BE CONSIDERED BY THE HANDICAPPERS.
If a rider rides in a lower grade without informing the handicapper, they will not receive points for that race.
The rider may not move up or down grades 4 races out from the end of each season. So 4 races leading to the Italian pursuit and 4 races leading to the last ride of the season, the Hatuma dash.
As stated above regarding moving up grades 4 rides from the end. If a rider is building up for an event, such as Age Group Nationals, and is wanting to further challenge themselves, we will let rule 5 slide.
For riders on the Cycling CHB Junior Scholarship Program, the handicappers will seek advice from the coach before making grade changes.
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