NSW State Handicapping SYSTEM Pre COVID 2020
In 2017 CyclingNSW established a comprehensive, computerised state based handicap system across all of NSW.
CyclingNSW created a ranking system based on a 100k road race - with the 100k handicap split into 10 bunches from Bunch 1 (fastest Scratch mark) to Bunch 10 (slowest Limit mark). Each Bunch (from 1 to 10) was assigned a computer code and this code was attached to your individual CyclingNSW membership. The process was highly automated and hugely successful.
RACE HANDICAPPING POST COVID 2020
From 2020 onwards the need for a 100k handicap ranking system disappeared post COVID and post the integration with AusC - as handicapped events largely disappeared off the NSW racing calendar and those that remained became regional “Interclubs” - they did not require an integrated State based system and local Club handicappers took over that Interclub grading responsibility. Furthermore, several regional races became “age based” that did not require State level handicapping in any form & the number of events that required handicapping disappeared.
WHAT GRADE DO I RIDE ?
Entry to most events is now automated and you select the grade (by ability) that you wish to compete in. Essentially you “self grade” yourself.
Alternatively, if the event is “age based” then your age is the entry criteria, not your ability
Please consult with the local Club hosting the event on a case by case basis.
