2008 Giro Rules

1. Roads are open. Obey all traffic laws, especially the yellow line. Do not EVER cross the yellow line.  That includes setting up for and exiting all turns. ANYONE IDENTIFIED AS CROSSING THE YELLOW LINE WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FROM THAT RACE.  Serious gross infractions (attacking over a yellow line on a hill or with approaching traffic) or REPEATED offenses will result in suspension from the entire series.

2. Riders who clear traffic signals shall wait for the main body peloton to re-form. NO RUNNING RED LIGHTS!

3. Maintain an orderly pace line and remain as far to the right as safety permit, giving sufficient clearance for riders on right to drop back in pace line formation. SINGLE FILE IS A MUST on Ellicot Creek, Sweet Home Rd., and Tonawanda Creek Rd.

4. When riding two abreast, riders should pull off on left and right respective sides. Riders shall maintain position equidistant and parallel to each other. Riders who for any reason do not wish to maintain position in double pace line shall remain at the rear of the pack.

5. Whenever any cyclist crashes, entire peloton shall stop and give necessary aid.

6. Mechanical problems: No requirement to stop. Individual riders may give assistance as required.

7. Water and food: Bring sufficient amount for entire ride. no stop will be required or allowed.

8. Carry Identification, not drivers license.

9. Finish is a Sprint!

10. Points will be awarded to the first five riders each, in the A and B category as follows:

                            Winner------------------------10pts.

                            2nd place----------------------7pts.

                            3rd place-----------------------5pts.

                            4th place-----------------------3pts.

                            5th place-----------------------1pt.

11. Full cooperation is requested.

for information contact:

Jim Costello: 835-0334

Duane Wisniewski: 445-0581