Course safety

The Brisbane to Gold Coast event uses public roads that in some points are open to general public throughout the ride. Therefore, all entrants must abide by the road rules, obeying police, traffic marshals and volunteers directions.  

Please follow the Queensland Road Rules, unless otherwise directed by Queensland Police.

You can read the full Queensland Road Rules here.

• Ensure your bike is serviced and in good working order prior to the start
• Seed yourself in the correct starting wave and ride to your own ability
• Listen for announcements and follow directions from event officials
• Only go to the start line when directed by officials
• Keep LEFT at all times unless passing to allow faster riders to pass safely. Road rules still apply at all times
• Marshals will also be around on the day to direct you to the correct assembly zone
• Use hand signals if turning left, right or stopping.
• If you need to stop, please move to the left and be mindful of other participants riding behind you
• The use of headphones or other listening devices is strictly forbidden
• First aid will be located on course and at the Start Line and Finishers' Village
• The use of mobile phones while cycling is strictly forbidden, any riders caught using their mobile phone while cycling can expect a hefty fine from police
• Mobile bike mechanics will be roaming along the course and assist where available, but all riders should be prepared to be self sufficient throughout the ride
• On course sweeper vehicle/s will patrol the course, any riders collected will be ferried to the next rest stop when able to do so

How to stop safely

How to take corners safely