THE
RULE BOOK.
Every rider in THE ANAND CYCLING CLUB rides under these 13 rules. Safety, respect, and community are non-negotiable. Read before you ride.
Last updated: October 2026 • Effective for all THE ANAND CYCLING CLUB events
HELMET — ZERO TOLERANCE
A certified, undamaged cycling helmet must be worn and properly strapped at all times while on the bicycle. Any rider found without a helmet at the start line or mid-ride will be immediately disqualified with no refund. No exceptions, no negotiations.
ILLUMINATION & VISIBILITY
A white front headlight (minimum 100 lumens) and a flashing red rear blinker are mandatory for all sunrise, sunset, and evening rides. Reflective gear or a high-visibility vest is strongly recommended for highway brevets.
BICYCLE ROADWORTHINESS
Riders are solely responsible for ensuring their bicycle is mechanically sound before flag-off — brakes, tires, chain, drivetrain. The club organizers will not be liable for mechanical failures. A pre-ride mechanical check is available at the start venue.
TRAFFIC & ROAD COMPLIANCE
All cyclists must strictly follow Indian Motor Vehicle traffic laws. Stop at red lights and highway crossings. Ride on the left side. Follow signals from Ride Captains and Route Marshals at all times. Reckless riding results in immediate disqualification.
PACELINE & GROUP ETIQUETTE
Maintain a safe wheel-to-wheel distance of at least 0.5 metres. No sudden braking without signalling. Hand signals are mandatory before slowing or turning. Overlapping wheels in a mass-start is prohibited. Respect every rider — recreational and competitive alike.
AGE & ELIGIBILITY
Riders must be at least 12 years of age for rides up to 25 km, 14 years for rides up to 45 km, and 18 years for century challenges (100 km+). Riders under 18 must submit written guardian consent at registration. All bicycle types (road, hybrid, MTB, gravel, city) are welcome.
DIGITAL BIB & REGISTRATION
Registration fees grant a personal digital bib (public reference), route GPX, hydration support, SAG escort access, and a digital finisher e-certificate. Bib numbers are personal and non-transferable without written organizer approval. Arrive 30 minutes before flag-off to collect your physical bib plate.
CANCELLATION & REFUND POLICY
Cancellations made more than 7 days before the event: 80% refund. Cancellations made 3–7 days before: 50% refund. Cancellations made within 48 hours: no refund. If the club cancels an event due to weather, public emergency, or force majeure, a full credit or refund will be issued within 7 business days. Payments are processed securely via Razorpay (RBI Compliant).
MEDICAL & EMERGENCY PROTOCOL
Open-road cycling carries inherent risks. By registering, you confirm you are medically fit for the distance. A First Aid team and doctor on call are present at all events. In an emergency, notify the nearest Route Marshal or call the Rider Helpline immediately. Carry a valid photo ID and emergency contact details at all times during the ride.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The Anand Cycling Club is a community of mutual respect. Verbal abuse, harassment, or discrimination of any kind will result in immediate removal from the event and permanent ban from the club. Be kind to fellow riders, volunteers, marshals, and locals along the route.
PHOTOGRAPHY & MEDIA
By participating in any club event, you grant THE ANAND CYCLING CLUB a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use photographs and videos taken during the event for promotional and social media purposes. If you wish to opt out, notify the organizer in writing before the event.
PRIVACY POLICY
Your personal data (name, mobile, email, bicycle details) is collected solely for event management, digital bib allocation, and club communications. We do not sell or share your data with third parties. Payment data is handled entirely by Razorpay — we do not store card or banking details. You may request deletion of your data by emailing the club.
ACCEPTANCE & AMENDMENTS
By registering for any event or creating a rider profile, you accept these rules in full. The Anand Cycling Club reserves the right to amend this Rule Book at any time. Updated rules will be published on this page. Continued participation constitutes acceptance of the revised rules.
Questions about these rules?
THE ANAND CYCLING CLUB
Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand, Gujarat, India
Email: theanandcyclingclub@gmail.com
Rider Helpline: 7043066800