Autumn week-end biking competition coming up in Cluj

Bikers are again invited to the start line at an event which will take place in Cluj, near Gilau Lake, on September 26. It will be the 4th edition of the “Maros Bike Marathon”. This international autumn event is organized by Maros Sports Club under the aegis of the Romanian Federation of Cycling and Triathlon and the International Cycling Union (UCI). It is the first marathon organized in Romania which is included in the UCI calendar, counting as a Class 3 competition. This involves the recording of points in the UCI world rankings for the first five licensed riders, as well as cash prizes according to UCI. It is also the first marathon of the Romanian Grand Prix circuit, with the top 25 riders in each category at a distance of 80 km receiving scores in the national rankings. There are two tracks: the marathon route for 80 km and an open race route for 50 km. The participation fee is of RON 70 for the marathon and RON 70 for the open race. Starting on Saturday, September 25, 17,00 hours, registration is possible on the spot, where those interested can also do some unofficial training before the race next day. Anca Berger (anca@romania-insider.com)