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Spirit of Tasmania Cycling Tour Technical Guide
2019 WILL SEE THE SPIRIT OF TASMANIA CYCLING TOUR RETURN AS THE PREMIER RACE ON THE CYCLING AUSTRALIA NATIONAL ROAD SERIES CALENDAR FROM 3-7 DECEMBER 2019, WITH THE EXCITING SECOND YEAR OF THE WOMEN'S TOUR, RUNNING FOR 3 DAYS FROM 5-7 DECEMBER
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SPIRIT OF TASMANIA CYCLING TOUR
Men's Stage Details
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
TIME |
LOCATION (Start/Finish) |
Prologue Tuesday 3rd December |
Individual Time Trial |
0.59km |
1:00pm |
Launceston Brisbane St West Launceston Hill St |
Stage 1 Wednesday 4th December |
Road Race |
115.9km |
10:30am |
George Town Anne St Grindelwald Alpine Cres |
Stage 2 Thursday 5th December |
Road Race |
71.5km |
10:00am |
Longford Archer St Poatina Poatina Rd |
Stage 3 Friday 6th December |
Road Race |
70.5km |
10:30am |
Ulverstone Dial St Riana Pine Rd |
Stage 4 Saturday 7th December |
Criterium |
54km (1.8km x 30 Laps) |
11:30am |
Devonport Bluff Rd |
Women's Stage Details
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
TIME |
LOCATION (Start/Finish) |
Stage 1 Thursday 5th December |
Road Race |
71.5km |
1:45pm |
Longford Archer St Poatina Poatina Rd |
Stage 2 Friday 6th December |
Road Race |
70.5km |
1:45pm |
Ulverstone Dial St Riana Pine Rd |
Stage 3 Saturday 7th December |
Criterium |
36km (1.8km x 20 Laps) |
09:00am |
Devonport Bluff Rd |
Interactive Map
Men's Prologue
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
START |
LOCATION |
Men's Prologue Tuesday 3rd December |
Individual Time Trial |
0.59km |
12:30pm |
Launceston Brisbane St West |
Course Map
Men Prologue – Launceston ITT
Tuesday, 3 December 2019
The Brisbane St West Individual Time Trial returns for 2019 to again kick off the men’s tour, with this short but very steep zig zag climb making for an exciting spectacle and setting an early precedence for a tough tour.
Tuesday, 3 December 2019
The Brisbane St West Individual Time Trial returns for 2019 to again kick off the men’s tour, with this short but very steep zig zag climb making for an exciting spectacle and setting an early precedence for a tough tour.
City of Launceston Council
Tasmania's north is a feast of historic streetscapes and heritage estates, rich farmland, premier cool-climate wines, fresh produce and a haven for designers and craft makers eager to talk about their work. The largest city in the region - and second largest in the state - is Launceston, a vibrant hub for food and wine and culture. There's also a touch of wilderness with Cataract Gorge just a few minutes' walk from the city centre.
The city is located on the banks of the Tamar River and is the gateway to the Tamar Valley, a region where English conservatism sits happily alongside the unconventional and off beat. Out of Launceston, the surrounding green fields and country lanes are lined with 150 year old hawthorn, poplar and elm trees, while in the Tamar Valley you'll find vineyards, strawberry farms and orchards and in the north east, lavender plantations. This idyllic setting will satisfy other interests too, from those of history enthusiasts to nature lovers.
The nearby town of Longford with it's grand old World Heritage listed estates of Woolmers and Brickendon, offer visitors the chance to enjoy the architecture and community spirit of 19th century English villages made relevant for today. Many are now luxury retreats that offer a uniquely Tasmanian experience, combining old world elegance with a relaxed, new world style. And for those interested in wildlife, nearby Narawntapu National Park provides many opportunities to see Australia's unique animals as does Mt William National Park in the north-east with its sparkling granite boulders covered with bright orange lichen, long sandy beaches and clear, blue seas.
Discover the City of Launceston here: www.launceston.tas.gov.au
The city is located on the banks of the Tamar River and is the gateway to the Tamar Valley, a region where English conservatism sits happily alongside the unconventional and off beat. Out of Launceston, the surrounding green fields and country lanes are lined with 150 year old hawthorn, poplar and elm trees, while in the Tamar Valley you'll find vineyards, strawberry farms and orchards and in the north east, lavender plantations. This idyllic setting will satisfy other interests too, from those of history enthusiasts to nature lovers.
The nearby town of Longford with it's grand old World Heritage listed estates of Woolmers and Brickendon, offer visitors the chance to enjoy the architecture and community spirit of 19th century English villages made relevant for today. Many are now luxury retreats that offer a uniquely Tasmanian experience, combining old world elegance with a relaxed, new world style. And for those interested in wildlife, nearby Narawntapu National Park provides many opportunities to see Australia's unique animals as does Mt William National Park in the north-east with its sparkling granite boulders covered with bright orange lichen, long sandy beaches and clear, blue seas.
Discover the City of Launceston here: www.launceston.tas.gov.au
Men's Stage 1
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
START |
LOCATION |
Stage 1 Wednesday 4th December |
Road Race |
115.9km |
10:30am |
George Town Anne St Grindelwald Alpine Cres |
Course Map
Men Stage 1 – George Town to Grindelwald
Wednesday, 4 December 2019
This undulating course from George Town to Grindelwald is sure to set the racing alight early, with a tough pinch up to the stage finish in Grindelwald always seeing attacks from riders vying for the stage win.
Wednesday, 4 December 2019
This undulating course from George Town to Grindelwald is sure to set the racing alight early, with a tough pinch up to the stage finish in Grindelwald always seeing attacks from riders vying for the stage win.
George Town Council
The historic towns of George Town and Low Head make up the largest population centre in the East Tamar region with the widest and most diverse range of accommodation and dining options (to suit all budgets) in the Tamar Valley.
The Tamar River, Bass Strait and numerous beaches provide opportunities for every type of aquatic activity, and the biodiversity at the mouth of the estuary makes it a diver’s paradise. George Town is built on the site of the first European settlement in the north (1804). At the 'end of the road' stands the iconic Low Head Lighthouse where the restored Foghorn sounds every Sunday at noon, and Penguin Tours operate every day at dusk.
East of Low Head are the coastal villages of Bell Buoy Beach, Beechford, Lulworth and Tam O’Shanter, Weymouth and Bellingham – havens for those who want to swim, fish or surf. If golf is your passion then let the George Town and Tam O’Shanter courses test your endurance.
The Pipers River district is home to fertile farms, a whiskey distillery and vineyards that produce Australia’s world class cool climate wines. There are more vineyards, orchards, berry farms and rock-climbing opportunities in the Hillwood and Mount Direction area.
Discover Tasmania George Town Region: https://www.discovertasmania.com.au/about/regions-of-tasmania/launceston-and-north/george-town
The Tamar River, Bass Strait and numerous beaches provide opportunities for every type of aquatic activity, and the biodiversity at the mouth of the estuary makes it a diver’s paradise. George Town is built on the site of the first European settlement in the north (1804). At the 'end of the road' stands the iconic Low Head Lighthouse where the restored Foghorn sounds every Sunday at noon, and Penguin Tours operate every day at dusk.
East of Low Head are the coastal villages of Bell Buoy Beach, Beechford, Lulworth and Tam O’Shanter, Weymouth and Bellingham – havens for those who want to swim, fish or surf. If golf is your passion then let the George Town and Tam O’Shanter courses test your endurance.
The Pipers River district is home to fertile farms, a whiskey distillery and vineyards that produce Australia’s world class cool climate wines. There are more vineyards, orchards, berry farms and rock-climbing opportunities in the Hillwood and Mount Direction area.
Discover Tasmania George Town Region: https://www.discovertasmania.com.au/about/regions-of-tasmania/launceston-and-north/george-town
West Tamar Council
The West Tamar area includes the western side of the Tamar River from the suburban area of Riverside, extending north to Bass Strait and as far west as Frankford.
The major industries are tourism, health, agriculture, fishing, world class vineyards and first class maritime education facilities. The valley has various natural attractions, including the Narawntapu National Park, Notley Fern Gorge, Tamar Island Wetlands and the Tamar River. The valley has an abundance of historic attractions and points of interest associated with the foundation of Tasmania, in particular, the York Town settlement and the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre.
The Tamar River estuary and its tributaries are home to an abundance of bird life and, combined with its beautiful landscape, make West Tamar a peaceful and idyllic residential and rural setting.
Discover the West Tamar Region: https://www.wtc.tas.gov.au/Tourism
The major industries are tourism, health, agriculture, fishing, world class vineyards and first class maritime education facilities. The valley has various natural attractions, including the Narawntapu National Park, Notley Fern Gorge, Tamar Island Wetlands and the Tamar River. The valley has an abundance of historic attractions and points of interest associated with the foundation of Tasmania, in particular, the York Town settlement and the Beaconsfield Mine and Heritage Centre.
The Tamar River estuary and its tributaries are home to an abundance of bird life and, combined with its beautiful landscape, make West Tamar a peaceful and idyllic residential and rural setting.
Discover the West Tamar Region: https://www.wtc.tas.gov.au/Tourism
Men's Stage 2 & Women's Stage 1
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
START |
LOCATION |
Men's Stage 2 Women's Stage 1 Thursday 5th December |
Road Race |
71.5km |
Men - 10:00am Women - 1:45pm |
Longford Archer St Poatina Poatina Road |
Course Map
Men Stage 2 / Women Stage 1 – Longford to Poatina
Thursday, 5 December 2019
Returning to the renowned Poatina climb, this stage will certainly set the general classification contenders apart for both the men’s and women’s races. A stage for the best climbers to shine.
Thursday, 5 December 2019
Returning to the renowned Poatina climb, this stage will certainly set the general classification contenders apart for both the men’s and women’s races. A stage for the best climbers to shine.
Northern Midlands Council
Summer is a great time to enjoy Tasmania’s Northern Midlands. You’ll love traveling the countryside between our villages and towns, enjoying winding country roads, rolling hills, vast paddocks, stunning views of distant mountains. The sky is amazing; the colours and light change throughout the day, and our night skies are spectacular. There are many rivers throughout the region to enjoy swimming, kayaking, trout fishing.
Plenty of space to run and play, with parks, reserves, playgrounds, and dog parks throughout the towns and villages. It’s fun and easy to enjoy bright sunny days and long summer evenings with picnics and BBQs throughout the region.
We have a national park, World Heritage Convict Sites, amazing gardens, loads of markets, quirky shops, and plenty of events bringing you music, food, exhibitions, fast cars, and festivals.
We have so many ways to tell stories of the early days of the colony and the lasting legacy left by the convicts on assignment who toiled on farms and road gangs, wealthy land owners, bushrangers, and battlers, all starting a new life opening up the interior of Tasmania.
Heritage Highway: http://heritagehighway.com.au/northern-midlands/
Plenty of space to run and play, with parks, reserves, playgrounds, and dog parks throughout the towns and villages. It’s fun and easy to enjoy bright sunny days and long summer evenings with picnics and BBQs throughout the region.
We have a national park, World Heritage Convict Sites, amazing gardens, loads of markets, quirky shops, and plenty of events bringing you music, food, exhibitions, fast cars, and festivals.
We have so many ways to tell stories of the early days of the colony and the lasting legacy left by the convicts on assignment who toiled on farms and road gangs, wealthy land owners, bushrangers, and battlers, all starting a new life opening up the interior of Tasmania.
Heritage Highway: http://heritagehighway.com.au/northern-midlands/
Men's Stage 3 & Women's Stage 2
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
START |
LOCATION |
Men's Stage 3 Women's Stage 2 Friday 6th December |
Road Race |
70.5km |
Men - 10:30am Women - 1:45pm |
Ulverstone Dial St Riana Pine Rd |
Course Map
Men Stage 3 / Women Stage 2 – Ulverstone to Riana
Friday, 6 December 2019
Featuring the famous Gunns Plains climb, this is the last real opportunity for the climbers to make their mark on the race and overall honours. Spectacular scenery will make for the perfect backdrop to the exciting racing.
Friday, 6 December 2019
Featuring the famous Gunns Plains climb, this is the last real opportunity for the climbers to make their mark on the race and overall honours. Spectacular scenery will make for the perfect backdrop to the exciting racing.
Men's Stage 4 & Women's Stage 3
STAGE & DATE |
TYPE |
DISTANCE |
START |
LOCATION |
Men's Stage 4 Women's Stage 3 Saturday 7th December |
Criterium |
Men - 54km (1.8km x 30 Laps) Women - 36km (1.8km x 20 Laps) |
Women - 09:30am Men - 11:30am |
Devonport Bluff Rd |
Course Map
Men Stage 4 / Women Stage 3 – Devonport Criterium
Saturday, 7 December 2019
The flat and fast Devonport criterium returns to conclude the tour for both men and women, with the battle for the general classification often coming right down to the finish of this stage. For stage honours, it’s a chance finally for the sprinters to show their speed.
Saturday, 7 December 2019
The flat and fast Devonport criterium returns to conclude the tour for both men and women, with the battle for the general classification often coming right down to the finish of this stage. For stage honours, it’s a chance finally for the sprinters to show their speed.
Devonport City Council
The City of Devonport is ideally located on the Mersey River in the heart of the beautiful North West Coast of Tasmania.
This unique location opens the city up to river, ocean and mountain views and a lifestyle enjoyed by its 26,000 residents.
Relaxed, yet progressive, the City of Devonport offers a safe and pristine environment, friendly and welcoming people and plenty of opportunities. Devonport is the major sea gateway to Tasmania and its thriving port is the home for the two luxury passenger ferries, Spirit of Tasmania I & II.
These ferries connect Devonport with Melbourne, offering daily sailings. Devonport airport is the third largest in Tasmania, with frequently scheduled daily services to Tullamarine in Victoria.
Devonport is particularly well known for it's reserves and recreational facilities. From the kilometres of walking and cycling tracks, many beautiful beaches, a river which is suitable for various water sports, great fishing spots and numerous parklands, the city really does encourage an active and family friendly lifestyle.
Cultural facilities include the paranaple arts centre which has a collection of Tasmanian art works, ceramics, prints, and photographs and the Bass Strait Maritime Museum with a collection relating to early shipping activities.
Devonport City Council Website: https://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/
This unique location opens the city up to river, ocean and mountain views and a lifestyle enjoyed by its 26,000 residents.
Relaxed, yet progressive, the City of Devonport offers a safe and pristine environment, friendly and welcoming people and plenty of opportunities. Devonport is the major sea gateway to Tasmania and its thriving port is the home for the two luxury passenger ferries, Spirit of Tasmania I & II.
These ferries connect Devonport with Melbourne, offering daily sailings. Devonport airport is the third largest in Tasmania, with frequently scheduled daily services to Tullamarine in Victoria.
Devonport is particularly well known for it's reserves and recreational facilities. From the kilometres of walking and cycling tracks, many beautiful beaches, a river which is suitable for various water sports, great fishing spots and numerous parklands, the city really does encourage an active and family friendly lifestyle.
Cultural facilities include the paranaple arts centre which has a collection of Tasmanian art works, ceramics, prints, and photographs and the Bass Strait Maritime Museum with a collection relating to early shipping activities.
Devonport City Council Website: https://www.devonport.tas.gov.au/
