As well, the rides can contribute toward the Randonneur 5000 award. A single or tandem counts as one unit. Team members must be identified on the application. Substitutions and additions may be made up to one day prior to the start with the agreement of the organiser. The minimum required total distance is 360 kms to be ridden within 24 hours.
Teams choose their own routes.
No part of a route shall use the same road more than once in the same direction. Controls should be established every 50 to 100 kms and at extremities of the route to ensure no shortcuts. The accepted ridden distance will be based upon the shortest route between controls as shown on an approved map. Secret controls may be set up by the organiser. It is the responsibility of the team to ensure adequate time for route checking, mailing, changes and approvals.