Festival of Cycling
Frequently Asked Questions
General Enquries
Can we walk in to participate during the event day?
No, pre-registration is required.
Can we register for our friends/family?
The registration should ideally be made by the participant himself/herself (with the exception for the Kids Race) as the participant will be required to read on the technical details of the event and make certain declarations at the point in time the registration is made.
How do I know if my registration is confirmed?
You will receive an email notification of confirmation.
What are the payment modes available?
Only credit card payment is available online.
What should I do if I don’t receive a confirmation after payment?
Please contact the Singapore Cycling Federation via admin@cycling.org.sg.
Do I need to wear a mask when I participate in the activities?
A mask is not required during the activity. However, you will be required to put on a mask prior to and after the activity.
What happens if I arrive late?
You will not be allowed to start your race and refund will not be provided.
Do I get a refund if I cannot make it for the paid activities?
There will be no refund if you fail to make it for the event. Please contact the Singapore Cycling Federation via admin@cycling.org.sg if you have any queries.
If I cannot make it for the activity, is my slot transferable?
No, your registration / slot is not transferable.
Road Criterium
What is Road Criterium?
A Criterium, or crit, is a bike race consisting of laps around a closed circuit, the length of each lap or circuit ranging from about 800m to 1.5 km. Points are awarded to the top 3 and accumulated at the end of a given number of laps. The winner is determined by the highest number of points.
What are the pre-requisites to participate in Road Criterium?
The participant must have a valid UCI Licence (2022) – for riders based locally, the licence is issued by the Singapore Cycling Federation (SCF). The cost of a licence is $100.00 and is issued on an annual basis. Please contact the SCF to apply for a licence – admin@cycling.org.sg.
Further technical details on bike type, attire etc can be found in the Riders’ Guide which would be made available on SCF’s social media platforms.
Further technical details on bike type, attire etc can be found in the Riders’ Guide which would be made available on SCF’s social media platforms.
What are the age restrictions for Road Criterium?
| Event Categories | Age* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Road: Men Youth | 13 – 16 years* |
| 2 | Road: Men Juniors | 17 – 18 years* |
| 3 | Road: Men Under 23 | 19 – 22 years* |
| 4 | Road: Men Open | 23 years & above* (GC points as Elite) |
| 5 | Road: Men Masters | 35 - 44 years* |
| 6 | Road: Men Seniors | 45 - 54 years* |
| 7 | Road: Men Veterans | 55 years & above* |
| 8 | Road: Women Juniors | 13 - 18 years* (Youth & Juniors) |
| 9 | Road: Women Open | 19 years & above* (U23 & Elite) |
| 10 | Road: Women Masters | 35 years & above* (Masters, Seniors & Veterans) |
| 11 | Fixies (mix gender) | 13 years & above |
*According to birth year
How do I book my slot?
You may register for your slot here.
How can I prepare for the race?
You should already be an avid cyclist and have the confidence to take part in the competitive race.
What should I do when I arrive?
Please report at least 30mins before the scheduled race time to the Riders’ Check-in area located at the Multi-Story Entrance 1, Carpark E, off Stadium Drive (north). Please refer to the Riders’ Guide for further details.
Can I participate if I am unvaccinated?
You must be fully vaccinated and have no underlying medical conditions. Please note that you are required to perform a pre-event testing (PET) with a self-test kit (ART) 24 hours before the event day and submit your ART test results to @SCF_event | Linktree
Can I spectate/accompany my family and friends if I am not participating?
No spectators will be allowed for the Road Criterium.
Kids Race
What is the Kids Race?
The Kids Race are suitable for kids between the ages of 4 and 12 years old. There will be 4 different age categories: 4 to 6 years old, 7 to 8 years old, 9 to 10 years old and 11 to 12 years old. Depending on their age, they can use either a push bike or a pedal bike. All riders are required to complete 1 practice, 1 seeding, and 1 final lap (in a time trial format. The fastest 3 participants of each category qualify for the podium and a winner’s medal.
Can my child participate in the Kids Race if they do not have a push bike/pedal bike?
No. Your child must bring his/ her own push/ pedal bike.
What are the age restrictions for Kids Race?
| Event Categories | Age* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cadet D: Push Bike | 4 to 6 years old |
| 2 | Cadet C: Pedal Bike | 7 to 8 years old |
| 3 | Cadet B: Pedal Bike | 9 to 10 years old |
| 4 | Cadet A: Pedal Bike | 11 to 12 years old |
*According to birth year
How do I book my slot?
You may register for your slot here.
What should I do when I arrive?
Please be present at the registration counter located at the Arena Park at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start time.
Can my child participate if he/ she is unvaccinated?
Unvaccinated individuals are allowed to participate in the event if they have no underlying medical conditions. However, they are required to perform a pre-event testing (PET) with a self-test kit (ART) 24 hours before the event day and submit the ART test results to @SCF_event | Linktree
Can I spectate/ accompany my family and friends if I am not participating?
For the other categories (excluding CADET D: 4 to 6 years old – Push Bike), we encourage you to escort your child to the registration point located at the Arena Park and wait outside the competition race area until after the completion of your child’s event. We only allow one accompanying parent (fully vaccinated) from the same household will be allowed to be with your child if they have registered for the CADET D: 4 to 6 years old – Push Bike.