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HCL Cyclothon - Chennai 2025

Registration Start Date

July 19, 2025

Registration End Date

September 07, 2025

Bib Expo

September 19-20, 2025

Race

September 21, 2025

Race Categories

Professional Elite Race

Road Cycles: Distance: 50 km

Format: Mass Start

Reach out to CFI for participation

Amateur Race

Road and Hybrid Cycles

Distance: 50 km and 24 km

Registration Fees: ₹1699
(all inclusive)

CFI riders with Elite Pro License are not allowed to race in Amateur Category.

Amateur distance race category will have a neutral/warmup zone of 1 km. Race timing for each participant will be calculated after they cross this zone

Amateur MTB Race

MTB Cycles

Distance: 24 km

Registration Fees: ₹1699
(all inclusive)

CFI riders with Elite Pro License are not allowed to race in Amateur Category.

Amateur distance race category will have a neutral/warmup zone of 1 km. Race timing for each participant will be calculated after they cross this zone

Green Ride

Any cycle

Distance: 15 km

Registration Fees: ₹699
(do not include rental cost)

Cycles available on rent at additional cost

Technical Details for Cycles

Race Category Distance Bicycle Type Allowed Key Specifications Not Allowed / Restrictions
Amateur Race 50 km and 24 km Road Bicycle
  • Drop handlebars only
  • Min. weight: 6.8 kg
  • Max. dimensions: 185 cm (L) × 50 cm (W)
  • 700C / 650C wheels with equal size F&R (Min. 12 spokes)
  • Aero frames & disc brakes allowed
  • No Time Trial bikes
  • No bar extensions
Gravel Bicycle
  • Drop handlebars recommended
  • Tire width: 35–50 mm
  • Relaxed frame geometry
  • 1x or 2x drivetrain
  • Not permitted for podium positions in MTB category
Hybrid Bicycle
  • Flat handlebars
  • Tire width: 28–42 mm
  • Relaxed geometry
  • Aero bars or bar extensions not allowed
Amateur MTB Race 24 km MTB Bicycle
  • Flat or riser handlebars
  • Suspension (front or full) allowed
  • Wheel sizes: 26", 27.5", 29"
  • Min. tire width: 1.95"
  • No drop handlebars
  • Gravel or Road bikes not allowed for podium in MTB category
Race Category Amateur Race (Timed Ride) Amateur MTB Race (Timed Ride)
Distance 50 km and 24 km 24 km
Bike Allowed Road & Hybrid Cycles MTB Cycles Only
Bike Not Allowed Triathlon Bike and Time Trial Bike

Gravel or Road Bike (Tyres or Bike) are not allowed for winning position

MTB Tyre width has to be Minimum 1.75 Inch or more
Extensions Aerobars or any other bar extension is not allowed Aerobars or any other bar extension is not allowed

The above rules are only for riders who wish to participate and race for the winning positions. Cyclists who wish to participate in any distance and time their ride can take part on any cycle (TT Bike, Road Bike, MTB Bike, Gravel Bike Hybrid Bike).

Disclaimer: Cyclists with bikes other than the ones mentioned above can participate in the race(s) but they will not be considered for Prize Money.

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Prize Money

Total Prize Money

33.6 lacs

Professional Elite Race

18 - 40 years
15 lacs
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Professional Elite Race

Professionals (Only License holders)
Elite (18 yrs to 40 yrs) Men Women
Position 1 120000 120000
Position 2 100000 100000
Position 3 80000 80000
Position 4 60000 60000
Position 5 45000 45000
Position 6 35000 35000
Position 7 30000 30000
Position 8 25000 25000
Position 9 20000 20000
Position 10 15000 15000
Total 530000 530000
Team Winners
1st 100000 100000
2nd 75000 75000
3rd 55000 55000
Professionals Total
 1500000

Amateur Race

16 - 30 years
30 - 40 years
40 - 50 years
50+ years
12.6 lacs
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Amateur Race

Amateur Race | 50 km
Across Age Group
Position Men Women
1 70000 70000
2 50000 50000
3 30000 30000
Age Category Prizes
16 yrs to 30 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
30 yrs + to 40 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
40 yrs + to 50 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
50 yrs and above
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
Total 660000
Amateur Race | 24 km
Across Age Group
Position Men Women
1 50000 50000
2 40000 40000
3 30000 30000
Age Category Prizes
16 yrs to 30 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
30 yrs + to 40 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
40 yrs + to 50 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
50 yrs and above
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
Total 600000
Amateur Total = 1,260,000

Amateur MTB Race

16 - 30 years
30 - 40 years
40 - 50 years
50+ years
6 lacs
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Amateur MTB Race

Amateur MTB Race | 24 km
Across Age Group
Position Men Women
1 50000 50000
2 40000 40000
3 30000 30000
Age Category Prizes
16 yrs to 30 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
30 yrs + to 40 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
40 yrs + to 50 yrs
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
50 yrs and above
1 20000 20000
2 15000 15000
3 10000 10000
Total 600000

Prize money will be credited to the winner's bank account 60 days after the event date. All the Amateur race category winners will be decided on the basis of their Gun Time.

Deliverables

Dry Fit T-Shirt

Finishers Medal

Sling Bag with Exciting Goodies

Customized Bib & Timing Chip

Reward and Gifts (only for winners)

On-Course Hydration Support (Water/Energy Drink/Salts)

On-Course Physio, Medical & Ambulance Support

Entertaining Zumba & Stretching Sessions

Free Personalised Photos

Personalized E- Timing Certificate

Healthy Breakfast

Valued Event Experience

Bike Rental Options

Rental cycles available on rent for Green Ride at ₹850

Note: The rental bikes for the Green Ride category will be available on the event day at the venue from 6:30 AM to 8:00 AM

Race Schedule

Race Guidelines

Dear Cyclists,

As you gear up to cycle on the smooth flat course of HCL Cyclothon Chennai 2025, here re the race guidelines to be kept in mind for semless event experience.

Race Category Reportin Time Flag-OFF Time
Professional Road Race 05:00 AM 05:50 AM
Amteur Road Race (50 km) 05:00 AM 05:55 AM
Amteur Road Race (24Km) 06:00 AM 07:05 AM
MTB Road Race (24Km) 06:00 AM 07:15 AM
Green Ride (15 KM) 06:30 AM 07:40 AM

On race day (September 21, 2025), all participants must report at the holding area (Mayajaal Multiplex, ECR, Chennai) as per the reporting time of their respective race category. Please avoid arriving before your designated reporting time.

No Helmet, No Ride Policy – Participants without helmets will not be allowed to participate.

Parking locations and rental cycle distribution details will be shared with each participant via their registered email address.

  • Elite & Amateur Participants: Parking at PVR Heritage RSL, ECR Chennai (near Uthandi Toll Gate).
  • Green Ride Participants: Parking opposite Mayajaal Multiplex on ECR Road.

Entry into the event area requires a Racing BIB and Cycling Stickers, which must be collected from the BIB Expo on September 19 & 20, 2025 at Nexus Vijaya Mall (183, Great Southern Trunk Rd, Arcot Rd, Vadapalani, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600026).

Each participant must correctly place their Racing BIB, Cycle Stickers, and Helmet Stickers as per the directional videos. Incorrect placement may result in loss of timing records and event photographs.

Race Rules

Winners in the Amateur categories will be decided based on Finish Time (first to cross the line) and not on net time.

Each Amateur race category will include a 2 km Neutral Zone after the start point:

  • Controlled riding at a maximum speed of 15 km/hr.
  • This distance does not count towards the race.
  • All cyclists must remain behind the marshal until the Neutral Zone ends. Violation will lead to disqualification from prize eligibility.

The start point must be crossed within 10 minutes of the flag-off time for all races.

Cut-off Times

Road Race 50 km: 2 hours 05 minutes.

Road Race 24 km: 48 minutes

MTB Road Race 24 km: 57 minutes

Additional Instructions

Participants are recommended to have a backlight and reflectors on their cycle.

Electric bicycles are not allowed in timed race categories; participants using them will be disqualified. They are, however, permitted in the Green Ride category.

The race route will be closed/diverted for vehicular traffic from 05:00 AM to 09:30 AM on race day:

  1. 1. Uthandi Toll Plaza towards Mount Road Bilal ECR
  2. 2. Kovalam Toll Gate
  3. 3. Mamallapuram ECR

Cyclists riding beyond the road closure time must prioritize their own safety.

Finisher medals and post-race refreshments will be distributed at the event venue after the race.

Eligibility Notes

CFI-certified cyclists will not be considered for winning positions in the Amateur Road Race (50 km & 24 km).

Medical Support

Medical partners will provide support until the completion of the event.

If a participant requires further treatment or admission after the event, they will be directed to the nearest hospital.

Admission and billing will follow the hospital’s policies, and the participant (or their relative) will bear the costs of such services.

Route Details

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Bib Expo

Date: September 19-20, 2025
Timing: 10 am – 6 pm

Nexus Vijaya Mall, Vadapalani, Chennai

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