Racer FAQ - Logistics
Where and When Do I pick up my race numbers?
Do I need to rent a car?
Where can I stay during the race?
Where can I watch the race?
Where and When Do I pick up my race numbers?
Race number pick-up is at the Best Western from Noon to 9PM on Wednesday June 28, 2006. We are requiring day-ahead number pick-up because of past problems with people trying to pick-up their numbers just before their TT start time – in some cases missing the race entirely. A teammate can pick up your race number packet for you by presenting your USCF license and government issued photo ID, but you will still have to sign the waiver and release form before racing. We are hosting the massCycling EXPO at the Best Western at the same time, with admission free to all racers, so hopefully your visit on the 28th will be enjoyable.
Do I need to rent a car?
It depends on your needs and where you're staying. If you're staying at the Best Western Royal Plaza hotel, all courses are within 5 miles. Fitchburg State College is on the Circuit Race Course and two blocks from the Crit – the start of the road race is perhaps 10 miles away, though. The MART offers local transportation for riders, with advanced reservations.
Where can I stay during the race?
What hotel options are available?
There are a number of hotels and motels in the area. The establishments listed here are sponsors of the race, and will do their utmost to accommodate your needs. All hotel arrangements should be made directly with the hotels.
Best Western Royal Plaza Hotel & Trade Ctr. - RACE HEADQUARTERS!
150 Royal Plaza Drive, Fitchburg, MA 01420
Phone: (978) 342-0002
Fax: (978) 343-7376
http://www.rplaza.com/ Chocksett Inn
59 Laurelwood Road
Sterling, MA 01564
Phone:(978)422-3355
Fax:(978)422-3187
http://www.chocksettinn.com/
Are there any dormitory housing options?
Yes, we are proud to be able to offer housing at Fitchburg State College, one of the race partners. The circuit race goes right past the dorms.
What are the room options at Fitchburg State College?
The rooms are doubles, arranged in suites of 4 bedrooms with a living room and bathroom in each suite. There is air-conditioning, internet access (ethernet cable required), limited common kitchen areas and on-site management on-call if there are any problems. What do the beds cost, and what is included?
The cost, per bed, for four nights, Wednesday through Saturday is $135.00. This includes linens and bikereg fee. What about food?
Four nights lodging with meal plan at Fitchburg State College is $215.00. There are also several fast food and pizza places within walking/riding distance. Can I book a single room?
No, only if you pay for two beds. Can I check in a day early or stay over on Sunday night?
Please contact [email protected] Can I stay just one or two nights?
All reservations must be for the full race period of 4 nights, Wednesday June 27, 2007 through check out Sunday July 1, 2007. How do I make reservations?
Make your reservations through www.bikereg.com. No other registrations will be accepted. What is the reservation deadline?
All Fitchburg State College housing reservations must made before 3 p.m. June 18, 2007. Can I get a refund?
Refunds must be requested before 3 p.m. June 18, 2007 by contacting [email protected]. There will be a $30.00 service fee.
Can I room with my teammates?
Please send an email to [email protected] We will do our best to accommodate such requests. Are suites co-ed?
Yes, the suites are co-ed, but we will attempt to keep suites single sex unless specific roommate suitemate requests have been received. What else is provided?
You will have a set of sheets, a pillowcase and 2 towels provided with your bed. What if I need last minute housing at the dorms?
If any rooms have not been sold aftre the reservation deadline, they will be available at the college on a first-com3e, first served basis. The cost for the four nights will then be $175.00 or $265.00 with the meal plan if still available. Credit cards are not accepted at the dorms. Payment must be made by check. When can I check in?
Room registration will be held from 5 p.m. until 9 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27, 2007. If you are an early or late arrival, there will be a number for you to call posted at the dorms, so that you can check in. How do I get there?
Please visit www.fsc.edu. There are maps of the campus and the housing is in Mara Village on Highland Street.
Is there any host housing?
There is very little host housing available. Most racers who have host housing are generally returning riders who have made friends in the community. You can send an email to [email protected] with details of what you are looking for. In the unlikely event that there is an available host, you will be contacted and put in touch directly with the host family. If no host housing is available, you will not be contacted.
Are there any other options available?
There are a few hotels and campgrounds in the area. A short list follows.
- Lodging Options
- Colonial Hotel by Clarion
625 Betty Spring Road
Gardner, MA 01440
Phone: (978) 630-2500
Fax: (978) 632-0913
- Wachusett Village Inn
9 Village Inn Road
Westminster, MA 01473
Phone: (978) 874-2000
Fax: (978) 874-1753
- Camping Options
- Pearl Hill State Park
New Fitchburg Rd.
West Townsend, 978 597-8802
MA State Park System
877-422-6762
www.reserveamerica.com
- Willard Brook State Forest
Rte. 119
Ashby & Townsend
978 597-8802
MA State Park System
877-422-6762
www.reserveamerica.com
- Lamb City Campground
85 Royalston Road
Phillipston, MA 01331
Phone: (800) 292-5262
Fax: (978) 249-9209
- The Pines Campground
39 Davis Road
Ashby, MA 01431
Phone: (978) 386-7702
Fax: (978) 386-2463
Where can I watch the race?
All events are free to spectators at any point along the course, as long as you don't interfere with traffic. Many roads remain open to traffic, so be very careful wherever you choose to watch from. Princeton center is a good area to watch the road race from, and Pearl Street is ideal for watching the circuit race. The most popular event is the Downtown Criterium.
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