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Participant Guide
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Cycling Shimanami2018 is a fun ride event, not a race to compete with each other’s race times.
Further, the competition is held by closing off the northbound and southbound “Nishiseto
Expressway (Setouchi Shimanami Kaido)” and parts of local streets, so there are restrictions to race
time and the race track. All of the participants should safely enjoy cycling by following the highway
rule and the competition agreement, as well as the directions of police, security, and competition
staff members.
Please be advised that course routes may be changed from the ones listed during the application.

① Participating in the Event■Traffic control
Northbound and southbound from Imabari IC to Innoshima-Kita IC are closed to traffic.
They will be closed from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm (6 hours) on October 28 (Sunday).
● The expressway will be closed to traffic from 6:00 am on the day of the event.
Individuals planning to come to the event venue via Shimanami Kaido should keep this in mind.
● Roads will be partially closed to traffic.
Please be advised with traffic regulations coming to the start venue and returning home after the event.
See the official event website for more information on traffic regulations.

■ About insurance
All participants are enrolled in accident insurance through the sponsor.
■ Insured period: From the beginning to the end of the event
Coverage of insurance
Compensation of accidental deathCompensation for physical impediment

Amount of insurance
5,000,000 JPY
Maximum 5,000,000 JPY

Hospitalization coverage
5,000 JPY (within 180 days)(per day)
Compensation for medical treatment
Commuting to Hospital
3,000 JPY (within 90 days)
coverage (per day)

*Accident insurance provided by the sponsor covers illness, injuries, and accidents of participants
during the event, excluding cases of deliberate or gross negligence on the part of the sponsor.
*Damage or theft of bicycle, helmet, or clothing is not covered by the insurance provided by thesponsor. Participants should individually obtain insurance if necessary.
*First aid will be provided at the First-Aid station for injuries during the event; however, if an injury
requires medical attention at a hospital or clinic, the cost for the treatment (including fees for initial
medical examinations) shall be the responsibility of the individual. Please bring cash and your healthinsurance card (copy not acceptable).
■ Dealing with accidents when they arise
If an accident report is needed, it is necessary to report the accident to the police to prove the parties involved, so
do not leave the scene, and follow the directions of the competition staff members.

■Call Center on the day of the event (Emergency contact)
Phone: 0898-24-6660 [Hours of operation] October 27 (Sat) 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
October 28 (Sun) 4:00 am – 6:00 pm■Personal information
The sponsor is aware of the importance of the proper handling of personal information and will strictly
observe laws and regulations related thereto. Personal information will be used to upgrade services andfor communicating guide information to event participants. The sponsor or consignees may contact
participants to confirm the content of their applications.

1① Participating in the event
Notes*Please see the event regulations posted on the official event website.
■While cycling【General Cycling Rules】● Participants should check their cycling course in advance including the route, branching roads, check point time limits, etc.
● Never overtake the staff guide leading each course. Always stay behind them.
● Participants are prohibited from using earphones (excluding necessary hearing aid equipment) while cycling.
【Shimanami Kaido Line: Expressway】● Northbound lanes (in the Honshu direction) are open for cyclists. Southbound lanes are for emergency vehicles only. Entry into
southbound lanes is strictly prohibited.
● Participants may be asked to stop when an emergency vehicle is passing.
● On two-lane zones on the expressway, proceed in two lines close to the center of the traffic lane.
● Participants are not allowed to stop on the expressway except in the case of an accident, bicycle trouble, or other unavoidable
circumstances. Photography is prohibited on the expressway. However, photography using wearable cameras fixed on helmets,
etc. is allowed.
【Local roads and bicycle-pedestrian lanes】● With the exception of some areas, traffic control is not in place. Participants should comply with road traffic regulations and ridein a single line.
● Fundamentally, participants should keep to the left. Follow the guidance of the event staff in zones where participants must rideon sidewalks and when alternating traffic is being conducted on narrow roads.
● When riding on curved and other roads that offer poor visibility, participants should expect oncoming traffic and decelerate.
【Others】● In the event of emergency situations, such as J-Alert, etc., first ensure your own safety and follow the instructions of the event
staff.
● If you see suspicious persons or objects, inform the nearest staff.
● There may be areas with gravel on the course. Be careful when passing.
■Etiquette● When passing a slower cyclist, call out to them, be considerate and keep safety in mind.
● In order to avoid contact and collisions among participants due to sudden braking and steering, keep your eyes on the road andmaintain adequate distance.

■ Final call on holding the event【Cancellation of the event】
In the event danger is anticipated, such as earthquake, storm and flood damage, strong wind, incident, accident,
infectious disease or a J-Alert warning, the event may be cancelled or discontinued at the discretion of the event
organizer. In such event, participation fees will not be refunded.
■ Time of final decision 4:00 am on October 28, 2018 (Sunday)■ Announcement method It will be announced on the official website of the event.
http://cycling-shimanami.jp/

② Preparation for the Event■Bicycles and accessories used
● The expressway has traffic regulations; therefore, the type of bicycle allowed on each course is restricted. (See the list
below)● Bicycles are required to have a headlight, a tail light or reflector, and bell. All riders are required to wear a helmet.
● Participants are required to submit a bicycle inspection certificate/written oath at the reception on the day before theevent. Please have your bicycle checked and maintained at a bicycle shop in advance.
On the day of the event, staff will patrol and conduct visual inspections at the starting venue. Have your bicycle checkedthoroughly because participants in violation of the rules will not be allowed to participate in the event.

Vehicle rules✓Allowed
Courses
A〜F【Sport-type bicycle】 ※Tire width: free (any width)・Road race bicycle ●MTB Mountainbicycle ●Hybrid bicycle●Small tire diameter bicycle (16-24 inches in diameter)【Sport-type bicycle/City bicycle/Tandem bicycle】 ※Tire width: free (any width)●Road race bicycle ・MTB Mountain bicycle ●Hybrid bicycle ●Small tire diameter bicycle (1624 inches in diameter) ●City bicycle (with drive train system) ●Tandem bicycle

CourseG

×Prohibited (all courses)●Piste bicycle (fixed gear)●Recumbent bicycle●Hand cycle (with gear)●Bicycle with training wheels●Bicycle trailer●Bicycle with auxiliary chair for a child ●Any vehicle which is not within the limits outlined for each course

Handlebar shape
Sport-type bicycle✔Allowed●Ordinary drop handlebar ●Flat bar (Bar ends are prohibited) ●Riser bar ●Bullhorn handlebar
×Prohibited●DH handlebar ●Clip-on bar ●Spinaci●An extension handlebar which is attached to the drop handle listed above【Reason】 It prevents quick brake operation and it is unfit for controlling on steep roads.
City bicycle / Tandem bicycle✔Allowed●Original / default equipment and non-original but similarly designed replacement equipment
×Prohibited●Bicycles with standard equipment that differs from time of purchase●Same as above, but with attachments at unnecessary and excessive angles or mounted backwards

Accessories attached
AllowedNot Allowed●Bottle cage ●Cyclecomputer ●Portable air pump ●Saddlebag ●Light ●Mudguards●Others, necessary for the ride
●Accessories which are not necessary for the ride and prevent safe riding●Baggage or clothes carried in any bike baskets are prohibited.

What to prepare beforehand (checklist)*Participants, including those participating with city bicycles, are required to wear a helmet while riding during the event.
Riders not wearing a helmet will not be allowed to take part in CYCLING Shimanami.
●Necessary equipment (cannot ride without equipping/wearing all of the items mentioned below)□ Headlight □ Helmet (leather and cloth are prohibited) □ Taillight or reflector *Preferably taillight because the course includes
tunnel. □ Bell
●Required items□ Cash □ Health insurance card (copy not acceptable)●Recommended items□ Watch *To pace your time □ Warm clothing, windbreaker *Particularly recommended for Courses C, D, and F because they
include transport on a ship □ Rainwear □ Gloves □ Sunglasses (sport type) □Change of clothing □ ID □ Cell phone, spare battery□ Pen/pencil □ Towel □ First aid kit, medicine (Band-aids, spray-type anti-inflammatory, etc.) □ Beverage, water bottle □ Food
●Flat tire repair tools: Participants will need to repair their own flat tires. Please have repair tools ready.
□ Portable tools □ Portable pump □ Tire lever □ Spare tube *Preferably prepare more than two □Work gloves
Temperature on October 28 at the starting point(Imabari City) Average temperature: 15.5C, Highest temperature: 18.4C, Lowest temperature: 12.1C(Onomichi City) Average temperature: 15.1C, Highest temperature: 19.4C, Lowest temperature: 12.8C*Meteorological Agency data for the past five years*Since the event starts early in the morning and temperatures may be low depending on the weather, it is recommended you takeprecautions against the cold.

③ Participant Registration/Event
October 27 (Saturday)●Complete participant registration during the registration period on the day prior to the event. (Proxy accepted)●Participant registration is not accepted on the day of the event or past the nonregistration time. No exceptions.
●You can only check-in at the venue selected in your entry application. Ensure that you go to the right venue. You
will not be able to sign-in at a venue you have not selected.
*Check your enclosed Bib ticket (bicycle inspection certificate/written oath), sign and present it at the reception.

Onomichi Venue【Shimanami Koryukan (Teatro Shell-rune)】10-1 Higashi Gosho-cho, Onomichi, Hiroshima
Reception hours: 10:00 to 20:00●Parking is not available for event participants.
●Bicycles of participants who made reservations forthe shuttle bus to the start venue will be collected here.
October 27 (Sat) Event
Exhibits by bicycle-related and sponsor companies,
shops, dance performances, local entertainment, andtalk show are planned to be held at the venue.
●Venue: Shimanami Koryukan●Time: 10:00 - 18:00

Matsuyama Venue【Ehime Prefectural Office】
4-4-2 Ichiban-cho, Matsuyama, Ehime
Reception hours: 10:00 to 20:00●Parking is not available for event participants.
●Bicycles of participants who made reservations forthe shuttle bus to the start venue will be collected here.
●No events will be held at the Matsuyama Venue

Imabari Venue【Shimanami Earth Land (Imabari Seibu Kyuryo Park)】429-1 Otsu 2-chome, Kochi-cho, Imabari, Ehime
Reception hours: 10:00 to 20:00●Free parking available. ●Bicycles of participants who
made reservations for the shuttle bus to the start venue
will be collected at the Cycle Station (Seino
Transportation Co., Ltd., Imabari Branch) ●A loop bus
will operate from Imabari Station.
*See “❽Loop Bus Operation” for more information.
October 27 (Sat) Event
Exhibits by bicycle-related and sponsor companies,
shops, Ehime local cuisine, dance performances, local
entertainment, and talk show are planned to be held at
the venue.
●Venue: Shimanami Earth Land
●Time: 10:00 - 18:00

③ Participant Check-in - Events■What to bring for the check-in
Bib ticket (bicycle inspection certificate/written oath)■What you will receive at the check-in●Number with measuring chip
●Knapsack for your personal belongings to be checked in (with a number seal)●Number plate for bicycle (with plastic tie string)●Helmet seal
●Participation souvenir (T-shirt, Imabari towel, etc.)*Check the content of your number claim ticket, fill in the necessary fields of the bicycle inspection certificate and written oath,and submit them to the check-in reception. Minors will need consent from their legal guardian to participate.
*Event training gear and local specialty goods will be sent to you at the beginning of October (only for premium entry participants)■ Proxy registration
If the participant is unable to register the day before, he or she may delegate a proxy to register.
Proxies must present a Bib ticket with a signed written oath to be able to register.
*Only the registered individuals are permitted to participate in the event.
*One proxy may register for several participants; however, if the check-in venue differs, the proxy must register at theappropriate registration venue for each participant.

■ How to affix the number■Number with measuring chipAs shown in the photograph, place it on the back of your riding
wear (top) at the lower back (make sure it is clearly visible frombehind) and firmly affix with safety pins. Ensure that the number is
not covered by the knapsack. If you are using a windbreaker orraingear, affix the number to it.

■Helmet seal
As shown in the photograph, affix to the front of the helmet so it
is visible from the front.

■Number plate for bicycle
As shown in the photograph, place the number plate on thehandlebar or break cable with a plastic tie, in a position visible
from the front. If your bicycle has a basket, place it in front of thebasket.

■Check-in of personal belongings●Only personal belongings in the knapsack assigned to you at reception can be checked in.
●Check in and out of personal belongings: Your number must match with the number seal on the
knapsack.
●All knapsacks will be transported to the designated finishing venue.
●Ensure that the knapsack is firmly closed. Knapsacks with protruding items cannot be checked in.
●Valuable and breakable items cannot be checked in.
Knapsack for personal belongings to check in *Affix with a number seal.
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Height: 460mm Width: 390mm Gusset: 100mm

④ Start■ Start
October 28 (Sun) Start Venue Course A Mukaishima Sports Park
Begin assembling at 5:15 am*Please be advised that the venue layout may be partially changed due to unavoidable circumstances.
!Note If you are not able to pass the Ikuchijima Minami IC checkpoint by 8:30 am, you may exit theexpressway from the Ikuchijima Minami IC, and follow the local road to return to the course.
Please see the enclosed course map for more information.

October 28, 2018 (Sun) Cycling Shimanami 2018
9:30 – 17:30 ●Course A Event Venue: Shimanami Earth Land
4:00 Parking lot opens
5:15 Course A participants begin to assemble andcheck-in personal belongings
6:00 Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido (between
Imabari IC and Innoshima Kita IC)starts

6:00 Start Ceremony
6:15 Start (in groups)
12:00 Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido
ends
17:30 Finishing venue closed
18:00 Parking lot closed■Assembly of start blocks●In this event, 35 cyclists will start every minute after lining up
by blocks (about 100 cyclists per block) for a safe and smooth
start. Please line up at your assigned block as indicated on yourrace bib. The order within blocks are not designated. Cyclists
start in the order they line up.

●Number●Guide Placard

Block number■Start1 Move to start position, and lining up●Staff will guide each block (3 groups) to the start position and position them in 4 lines.
2 Starting●Groups will start at 1-minute intervals.
●The 4 lines will be separated into 2 lines to the right and 2 lines to the left and enter the local road.
●When entering the local road, move into a single line from the 2 line formation.

■Time from assembly to the start
CourseCapacity

Block

Begin assembly

Lining up

Start

Course A IMABARI 70

1,000

0–9

5:15

5:55

6:15 –■Personal belonging check-in
CourseCheck-in location

End of check-in

Check-out location

Course A IMABARI 70

Mukaishima Sports Park
Check-in

5:50

Shimanami EarthLand (Imabari)

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④ Start■ Start
October 28 (Sun) Start Venue Course G Kurushima Kaikyo SA
Begin assembling at 7:30 am*Please be advised that the venue layout may be partially changed due to unavoidable circumstances.
!Note The venue will beclosed until 7:30 am andentry will not be possible.

October 28, 2018 (Sun) Cycling Shimanami 2018
9:30 – 17:30 ●Course G Event Venue: Shimanami Earth Land
5:30 Parking lot opens
6:00 Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido (between Imabari IC
and Innoshima Kita IC) starts
7:00 Traffic control of roads around the start venue starts
7:30

Course G participants begin to assemble and check-in
personal belongings

8:30

Traffic control of roads around start venue ends.
Assembly of all participants completed
9:15 Start Ceremony
9:30 Start (in groups)
12:00 Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido ends
17:30 Finishing venue closed
18:00 Parking lot closed■Assembly of start blocks●In this event, about 25 cyclists will start every minute after
lining up by in groups of about 125 cyclists for blocks 1&2 andabout 250 cyclists for blocks 3 through 5 for a safe and smooth
start. Please line up at your assigned block as indicated on yourrace bib. The order within blocks are not designated. Cyclists
start in the order they line up.

■Start1 Move to start position, and lining up●Staff will guide each block to the start position and position them in 5 lines.
2 Starting●Groups will start at 1-minute intervals.
●Start in 5 lines and move to a 2 line formation after passing the start gate.

●Number●Guide Placard

Block number■Time from assembly to the start
CourseCapacity

Block

Begin assembly

Lining up

Start

Course G OSHIMA 30

1,000

1–5

7:30

9:10

9:30 –■Personal belonging check-in
CourseCheck-in location

End of check-in

Check-out location

Course G OSHIMA 30

Kurushima Kaikyo SA
check-in

9:05

Shimanami EarthLand (Imabari)

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④ Start■ Start
October 28 (Sun)Start Venue Courses B, C, D, E, and F Imabari Shintoshi First District
Begin assembling at 6:30 am*Please be advised that the venue layout may be partially changed due to unavoidable circumstances.
!Note
To avoid traffic congestion and ensure smooth guidance at the start venue, three assembly times have been
set for each course: 6:30 am for Courses B and C, 7:00 am for Course D, and 7:40 am for Courses E and F.

October 28, 2018 (Sun) Cycling Shimanami 2018
9:30 – 17:30 ●Event Venue for Courses B, C and E: Shimanami Earth Land
10:30 – 15:00 ●Event Venue for Course D: Shinhama Kenei Uwaya
12:30 – 16:00 ●Event Venue for Course F: Yuge Port
4:00
6:00
6:30
7:00
7:20
7:35
7:40
9:40
12:00
15:00
16:00
17:30
18:00

Parking lot opens
Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido (between Imabari IC and Innoshima Kita IC) and roads around thestart venue
Courses B and C participants begin to assemble and check-in personal belongings
Course D participants begin to assemble and check-in personal belongings
Start CeremonyStart (by course and blocks)
Courses E and F participants begin to assemble and check-in personal belongings
Traffic control of roads around the start venue ends
Traffic control of Shimanami Kaido ends
Finishing venue closed (Course D)
Finishing venue closed (Course F)
Finishing venue closed (Courses A, B, C, E, and G)
Parking lot closed

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④ Start■Assembly of start block●In this event, cyclists will start every 4 minutes by block (about
250 cyclists per block) after lining up by blocks for a safe andsmooth start (*5-minute intervals for Course B). Please line up at
your assigned block as indicated on your race bib. The order
within blocks are not designated. Cyclists start in the order theyline up. *Traffic control will be placed on the roads to create startspacing. Please line up at the road after you hear theannouncement to assemble. Assembly is scheduled from 6:30 am.
Until the announcement, follow the directions of the staff andwait on the sidewalk or at the stand-by space.

●Number●Guide Placard

Block number■Start1 Move to start position, and lining up●Staff will guide each block to the start position and position them in 4 lines.
2 Starting●Blocks will start at 4-minute intervals. (5-minute intervals for Course B)● The 4 lines will be separated into 2 lines to the right and 2 lines to the left and enter the expressway from two
entrances at the toll gate.
●After entering the expressway, move to a single line from the 2 line formation and merge with riders entering fromdifferent entry points into a 2 line formation.

■Time from assembly to the start
CourseCapacity

Block

Course B OMISHIMA 110

1,500

1–6

Course C COMPLETESHIMANAMI 140

500

7, 8

Course D ONOMICHI 70

1,500

9–14

Course E IKUCHIJIMA
110

1,000

15–18

Course F YUMESHIMA 70500

19, 20

Begin assembly

Lining up

Start

7:35 –
6:30

7:05

7:00

7:40

8:13 –

8:10

8:37 –

8:25

8:53 –

7:40

8:05 –■Personal belonging check-in
CourseCheck-in location

End of check-in

Check-out location

Course B OMISHIMA 110

Imabari Shintoshi First
District Higashi Checkin point

7:00

Shimanami Earth Land (Imabari)

7:30

Shinhama Kenei Uwaya(Onomichi)

8:00

Shimanami Earth Land (Imabari)

8:15

Yuge Port

Course C COMPLETESHIMANAMI 140
Course D ONOMICHI 70
Course E IKUCHIJIMA 110
Course F YUMESHIMA 70

Imabari Shintoshi First
District Nishi Check-in
point

■Note
●Passenger vehicles are prohibited from entering the area around the start venue on October 28 (Sun) from 6:00 to 9:40.
●Lanes opposite from those used for stand-by and lining up will be used by emergency vehicles. Entry is prohibited.
●Assembly venue differs by race tag. Check your race tag and assemble at the correct assembly venue.
●Follow the directions of the event staff for movement within the venue.
●Please use the restroom at the start venue. Distance to the first aid station (Tatara Shimanami Park or Setoda
PA) is approx. 35km.

9⑤ Cycling Route■ Checkpoints
Checkpoints are set up on courses within the time limit for each point.
Riders should be aware of the closing times for each checkpoint to manage their riding time and pace.
Riders unable to pass the checkpoint before the closing time cannot continue riding. Riders will be directed by the event
staff to take an event vehicle to the finishing venue of their course.
If a rider is judged by the event staff to be unable to finish within the designated closing time, the rider must follow theirdirections.
■ Closing time of Checkpoints
Course A IMABARI 70
Classification

Innoshima
Minami IC

SetodaBS

Ikuchijima
Minami IC

Omishima
IC

7:48

8:15

8:30

8:40

8:05

8:35

8:50

-

Expectedpassing time
Closing time

TataraShimanami
Park

Hakata SC
Park

Yoshiumi
Rose Park

14:35

15:10

16:00

*Expected passing time is set up between the intersection of Innoshima Minami IC and Ikuchijima Minami IC.
*The expressway exit will change to Ikuchijima Minami IC from 8:30 (Expected passing time for Ikuchijima Minami IC).
Course B OMISHIMA 110
OshimaMinami IC

Hakatajima
IC

Tatara Shimanami
Park

Omishima
ShishoHakata SC
Park

Yoshiumi
Rose Park

9:45

10:30

10:05

12:25

15:10

16:00

*Time for Hakatajima IC applies to the subsequent start of Courses E and F.
Course C COMPLETE SHIMANAMI 140
OshimaMinami IC

Hakatajima IC

Omishima
IC

SetodaPA

Setoda
BS

9:45

10:30

10:50

10:45

11:05

Manda
Ferment
ation
11:40

MinatoOasis
Onomichi
12:30

Shinhama
Port
12:40

TataraShimanami Park
14:35

HakataSC Park
15:10

Yoshiumi
Rose
Park
16:00

*Time for Hakatajima IC and Omishima IC applies to the subsequent start of Courses E and F.
Course D ONOMICHI 70
OshimaMinami IC

Hakatajima
IC

Omishima
IC

SetodaPA

SetodaBS

Manda
Fermentation

Mukaishima
Junior High School

9:45

10:30

10:50

10:45

11:05

11:40

13:15

*Time for Hakatajima IC applies to the subsequent start of Courses E and F.
Course E IKUCHIJIMA 110
OshimaMinami IC

Hakatajima
IC

Omishima
IC

SetodaPA

SetodaSunsetBeach

TataraShimanami
Park

HakataSC Park

Yoshiumi
Rose Park

9:45

10:30

10:50

11:10

12:05

14:35

15:10

16:00

Course F YUMESHIMA 70
OshimaMinami IC
9:45

Hakatajima
IC
10:30

Omishima
IC
10:50

SetodaPA
11:10

Setoda Sunset
Beach
12:05

Iwagi Port
14:00

Course G OSHIMA 30
Yoshiumi
Rose Park
16:00■ First-aid stations●First aid is available at the start and finishing venues and at each Aid Station.
●Aid Stations provides first aid for injuries and illness. Any participant with an injury or illness requiring medical attention
will be transported to a hospital or clinic.
●No over-the-counter medicines (including stomach medicine, and cold medicine) are available at the Aid Stations.
*Anti-inflammatory spray treatment for muscle fatigue from cycling will not be provided.
●Participants feeling ill while riding on the course should inform the nearest event staff. If there are no event staff
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nearby, call the event call center. If necessary, a rescue vehicle will be deployed.

⑤ Cycling Route■Aid Stations
Aid Stations are set up at the following points in the course. At the Aid Station a restroom, rest area, first aid staff and acheckpoint are available. Riders will receive refreshments (food and drink) from local residents. The services available ateach Aid Station are shown in the chart below.
Mechanic

Medical Center

✓
✓

✓
✓

✓
✓

Rest
Room
✓
✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

ABCE

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

Omishima Shisho

B

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

Iwagi Port

F

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

Setoda Sunset Beach

EF

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

Manda Fermentation
Mukaishima Junior HighSchoolMinato Oasis Onomichi

CD

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

CD

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

C

✓

✓

✓

✓

✓

AID STATION

Course

Drink

Food

Setoda PA
Yoshiumi Rose Park

CDEF
ABCEG

✓
✓

Hakata SC Park

ABCE

Tatara Shimanami Park

Lunch

✓

✓

✓

✓

Checkpoint✓✓*See the enclosed course map for more information.
*Lunch is served at the finishing venue for Courses A, D, and G.

■Mechanic services●Mechanic services are provided at the start venue and at major aid stations.
●Mechanics provide only emergency repairs and services are limited. Please have your bicycle fully checked andmaintained at a bicycle shop in advance.
●Your bicycle may be scratched or stained during emergency repairs.
●If replacement parts are necessary, participants are responsible for the cost. Please be advised that the necessary
parts or tools may not be on hand.
●Flat tire repair must be performed by the participant. Please bring replacement parts, such as tubes and tools.
(Excluding rented bicycles, city bicycles, and tandem bicycles).
●If you are not able to make repairs by yourself, ask the nearest event staff for assistance. They can call for a mechanic
vehicle,if necessary. Note that it may take time for the mechanic vehicle to arrive.
*The event staff will not assist with poorly maintained bicycles or provide maintenance after finishing.

■Retiring from the race
●If you wish to retire because of bicycle failure or illness, do not hesitate to contact the nearest event staff. If no event
staff are nearby, call the event call center.
●Individuals who retire will be picked up by an event vehicle and taken to the nearest Aid Station for retirement
procedures.
●Follow the instructions of the event staff and return the number tag (including the number plate on the bicycle) andyour measurement chip.
●Individuals retiring will be taken to the finishing venue of their course by an event vehicle.
●Do not retire, take a detour, or go home without notifying the staff.

■Request for your cooperation with emergency vehicles●Emergency vehicles may pass participants during the event because of an accident or other emergency. Please follow
event staff instructions and allow the vehicle to pass. Riders on Shimanami Kaido may be asked to stop.

■Restrooms●Restrooms are available at Aid Stations.
*See the enclosed course map for more information.

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⑥ Finish■Closure time of Finishing area
Closure time of each finishing area is designated, so please pass the finish line before this time.
CoursePersonal belonging
check-in station

Closure timeCourse A IMABARI 70

Personal belonging check-out time(schedule)

10:00 – 17:30

Course B OMISHIMA 110
Course C COMPLETESHIMANAMI 140
Course E IKUCHIJIMA 110

Shimanami Earth Land
(Imabari)

17:00

Course D ONOMICHI 70

Shinhama Kenei Uwaya(Onomichi)

15:00

11:30 – 15:30

Course F YUMESHIMA 70

Yuge Port (Kamijima)

16:00

12:40 – 16:30

11:00 – 17:30

Course G OSHIMA 30■ Collecting of measurement chips for passage check● Please make sure to return the measurement chip after finishing.
The competition staff members will collect the measurement chips, so we ask for your cooperation.

! If it is not returned or lost, we will charge you 2,000 JPY (tax included).
■Completion certificate
We will issue completion certificates for participants who completed the course within the time limit.
Please receive your completion certificate by presenting your Race tag.

■Baggage return
It is necessary to present your Race tag to have your baggage returned.
Please check the Race tag number by yourself when receiving your baggage to make sure that there is no mix up. Please
make sure not to forget to take your baggage.
*The arrival of your baggage may be delayed due to traffic conditions. We kindly ask for your understanding.

■ Food after finishing
Each finish area will provide food that you can enjoy after finishing.

■Supporters 【Note on cheering on the riders】- To Cheer on the Riders and Enjoy Shimanami Kaido - Do not cheer for riders on the course or park your car near thecourse.
Individuals wishing cheer on the riders are not allowed to enter Shimanami Kaido using their cars. Escorting the riders
in vehicles or filming with drones is strictly prohibited.
Please comply with the rules for cheering on the riders and enjoy sightseeing on the Shimanami Kaido.

12⑥ Finish■ Precautions after finishing● Please be advised that we will not be responsible for the theft or loss of bicycles and returned baggage.
● Please follow traffic laws when traveling by bicycle after finishing, and please be careful of traffic accidents.
● There will be many bicycles in the area around Imabari Kita IC during the event. If you wish to use Shimanami
Kaido after the event, enter the expressway from Imabari IC.

Finishing venue for Courses A, B, C, E, G
(Shimanami Earth Land)

Finishing venue for Couse F (Yuge Port)*Layout of the finishing venue may change.
← Incoming flow
← Outbound flow

Finishing venue for Course D (Shinhama Kenei Uwaya)

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⑦ Access Information to Start Venue
Course A Mukaishima Sports Park

【Note about using the early ferry】(1) Individuals coming to the start venue by bicycle from Onomichi City should use the ferry and not theOnomichi Ohashi Bridge. A ferry ticket will be given to you along with information on which ferry to use andboarding times at the reception on the day before. Board the ferry departing at the designated time bypresenting your ferry ticket. Be advised that if you are unable to board the designated ferry, you will not beable to arrive at the start venue by the start time.
(2) Boarding time
Ferry to use
Travel time *Approximately 5 to 7 minutes one way
Ekimae Ferry
4:20 – 5:00
5:05 – 5:30 *Only for individuals bringing a bicycle on the ferry
Onomichi Ferry 4:30 – 5:10

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⑦ Access Information to Start Venue
Course B C D E F IMABARI IC
Course G
Kurushima kaikyo SA

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⑨ Omotenashi■ Event staff
There are approximately 2,500 staff members working at theevent. Staff will be wearing the clothing described below.
Contact them if you need anything.
General staff uniform*Some of the worker volunteers are wearing different clothingwith armbands that indicate they are “Staff.”■Volunteer cycling staff
On the day of the event, local volunteer cyclists will guide andsupport participants on course route. Staff may need to issue
warnings or give instructions that riders must comply with.
When facing problems participants cannot deal with, informthe volunteer cycling staff. Volunteer cycling staff uniform.

⑩ Access

On the day of the event (October 28 (Sun)), there will be traffic control placed on the Nishiseto Expressway as well as
the area around the start venue. Check access information and make sure to arrive in time for the start.

⑪ Donations for the July 2018 Storm Disaster
In July 2018, a storm inflicted significant damage not only to the Seto Inland Shimanami Kaido area but also to both
Hiroshima and Ehime prefectures. Victims of the damage are steadily working toward restoration.
To support these efforts, Cycling Shimanami 2018 is calling for people to make donations.
Donations can be made through the Hiroshima and Ehime websites. Your generosity is greatly appreciated.
■Hiroshima
About making donations
Information about donations for the
July 2018 Hiroshima Storm Damage■EhimeAbout donations for the
July 2018 Storm Disaster17

We support Cycling Shimanami 2018. As of August 31, 2018 (in a-i-u-e-o order)

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