EVENT INFORMATION

WELCOME TO THE WORLD'S MOST UNIQUE CYCLING EVENT

 

Belgian Waffle Ride invites you to the most iconic Gravel Unroad event in the USA, now in Mexico, cycling through the incredible routes of the state of Querétaro on a Gravel or Mountain bike.

BWR Mexico will be the final date of the Belgian Waffle Ride Gravel Series 2024 and will feature the largest prize pool of the BWR 2024 series.

 

BELGIAN WAFFLE RIDE MEXICO 2024

CALL FOR PARTICIPATION

 

DATE

Expo - Saturday, November 23, 2024

Event - Sunday, November 24, 2024

 

LOCATION

Querétaro (Venue to be announced)

 

START TIME

Sunday, November 24 at 7:30 am

 

PARTICIPANT LIMIT

Limited to 1000 participants

We recommend registering early to secure your spot

 

DISTANCES

WAFFLE +180KM (Level: Pro - Intermediate - Advanced - Gravel bike only)

WAFER +100KM (Level: Intermediate - Advanced - Gravel or Mtb bike)

WANNA +50KM (Level: Beginner - Intermediate - Gravel or Mtb bike)

 

CATEGORIES AND AGE GROUPS

Female and male in the following age groups:

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Under 18 years

Sub 23

23 to 34 years

35 to 44 years

45 to 54 years

55 to 64 years

65 to 69 years

70+ years

E-Bike Category: Ride the WAFER and WANNA distances with a bit of help from your electric bike. Follow the normal registration process and choose the E-BIKE option in your category.

The Belgian Waffle Ride E-Bike category includes electric bikes that meet the power requirements set by the race regulations. E-Bikes can provide electric assistance to pedaling to help cyclists overcome difficult terrain, steep, and prolonged climbs, or allow cyclists of different skill levels to compete together in the same race.

It is important to note that although E-Bikes can provide electric assistance, cyclists in this category must still pedal and comply with the same race rules and regulations as cyclists in traditional categories. The E-Bike category offers an option for those who may need additional help to complete the race, while also giving them the opportunity to compete with other cyclists and enjoy the thrill and adventure of a Gravel cycling race. Join us!

 

PRIZES

WAFFLE DISTANCE +180KM: Total cash prize of $10,000.00 USD + in-kind prizes.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top 5 male and top 5 female overall finishers:

1st Place $2,000 USD + trophy + BWR Mexico 2023 champion jersey

2nd Place $1,200 USD + trophy

3rd Place $800 USD + trophy

4th Place $600 USD

5th Place $400 USD

6th Place In-kind prize

7th Place In-kind prize

8th Place In-kind prize

9th Place In-kind prize

10th Place In-kind prize

Commemorative BWR Mexico medal for all participants.

*Prizes will be awarded in USD or in Mexican pesos at the USD/MXN exchange rate on the Thursday before the event.

 

WAFER DISTANCE +100KM

In-kind prizes will be awarded to the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers in each category.

 

WANNA DISTANCE +50KM

In-kind prizes will be awarded to the first male and first female finishers in each category.

 

E-BIKE WANNA +50KM AND WAFER +100KM DISTANCES

In-kind prizes will be awarded to the first male and first female overall finishers in each distance.

 

ONLINE REGISTRATION

LINK

 

COSTS WAFFLE +180KM AND WAFER +100KM

Early Bird first 100 registrations or until June 1, 2024: $99.00 USD

Early Registration from June 2 to August 2, 2024: $125.00 USD

Regular Registration from August 3 to November 4, 2024: $150.00 USD

Late Registration from November 5 to November 20, 2024: $199.00 USD

Expo Registration Friday, November 22, and Saturday, November 23, 2024: $220.00 USD

 

COSTS WANNA +50KM

Early Bird first 100 registrations or until June 16, 2024: $99.00 USD

Regular Registration from June 17 to November 20, 2024: $125.00 USD

Expo Registration Friday, November 22, and Saturday, November 23: $150.00 USD

 

Important Points About Registrations

*Registration prices in pesos will be updated weekly according to the USD/peso exchange rate. The amount will be adjusted every Monday to the exchange rate of that day and rounded to the nearest 100/00.

*Our prices do not include value-added tax; if you require an invoice, the corresponding 16% VAT will be added. Send an email to info@bwrmexico.com.

*Groups and teams with more than 10 participants send an email to info@bwrmexico.com to receive a 10% discount code per group (Not applicable for early bird cost).

*Online registrations will have an additional bank commission fee according to Wix and Stripe policies.

*You can register from the comfort of your home or office at any time of day.

*You will receive registration confirmation directly in your email.

IMPORTANT: Do not be fooled; complete your REGISTRATION only at the places and through the mechanics mentioned. Belgian Waffle Ride Mexico is NOT responsible for registrations made at non-official centers. If in doubt, send an email to info@bwrmexico.com.

 

YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

Commemorative Belgian Waffle Ride Mexico 2024 medal upon completing your ride.

Medical Service Stations during the ride and at the Finish Line.

Support from Shimano Neutral Mechanical Service at the Expo, before the start, during the route, and after completing the ride.

Accident medical expense reimbursement insurance.

Hammer Nutrition aid stations / Hydration stations along the route.

Expert staff to accompany and guide you during the ride.

Sweep van at various points of the route equipped for your comfort.

Hydration at the finish line.

 

YOUR KIT INCLUDES:

Eco-friendly BWR bag containing many important items.

Race number and Chip (to record your official start time, intermediate points, and finish time).

Category bracelet, which gives you access to:

Starting corral.

Unlimited waffles and coffee before the race.

Beer at the finish line.

Surprises.

Raffle ticket for numerous prizes (must be present at the awards ceremony to win).

Hammer Nutrition Fizz and Gel product.

Official BWR product.

Specialized commemorative BWR Mexico 2024 water bottle.

 

KIT AND NUMBER PICKUP:

KIT PICKUP will be on Saturday, November 23, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm (Venue to be announced).

 

START POINT

The BWR START will be on Sunday, November 24, at 7:30 am.

Arrive 1 to 2 hours before the start (from 5:30 to 6:30 am); upon arrival, follow the instructions of the Organizing Committee. (Venue to be announced).

 

FINISH POINT

The BWR FINISH will be at the same location as the start. (Venue to be announced).

 

ACTIVITIES

 

ITINERARY FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2024

6:00 pm - Meet & Greet BWR Everyone is invited.

10:00 pm - End of event.

 

ITINERARY FOR SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2024

6:00 am - Final Expo BWR setup details.

8:30 am - Coffee Gravel Ride.

10:00 am - Expo BWR begins.

11:00 am - BWR Number and Kit Pickup begins.

12:00 pm - Beer Garden begins.

1:00 pm - Riders Briefing.

4:00 pm - Riders Briefing.

6:00 pm - End of Kit Pickup.

 

ITINERARY FOR SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2024

5:00 am - Medical and mechanical services enabled at the Start.

5:30 am - Participants meet.

6:00 am - Waffles and Coffee station open.

7:00 am - Starting corrals open.

7:30 am - BWR WAFFLE, WAFER, AND WANNA start.

9:45 am - First WANNA participant finishes (Approx).

10:45 am - First WAFER participant finishes (Approx).

2:30 pm - First WAFFLE participant finishes (Approx).

5:00 pm - Awards Ceremony.

6:00 pm - Route closes.

7:00 pm - End of event.

*Times are estimated and may be adjusted according to the progress of the events.

 

WHERE DO I STAY AND HOW DO I GET THERE?

More information coming soon.

Other Hotel options:

IMPORTANT: If you are coming from abroad and/or another city in Mexico and require more precise information about tourist activities, transportation, accommodation, and/or support during your stay, please send an email to info@bwrmexico.com or send a message via WhatsApp to +52 (442) 771 35 04.

 

IMPORTANT RECOMMENDATIONS

For Belgian Waffle Ride Mexico, it is important that when you complete your ride, you follow all instructions:

REGULATIONS, LIABILITY RELEASE, AND CHANGES OR REFUNDS

All attendees, by registering for any event organized by BWR, accept and will sign the liability waiver accepting the present regulations.

BWR REGULATIONS:

1 - Attendees must respect all traffic signals and instructions from the relevant authorities, as well as from the Organizing Committee at all times. The route will be held on open streets and public roads, so it is mandatory to always ride on the far right side of the route. It is strictly forbidden to ride on the left lane.

2 - Helmet use is mandatory at all times.

3 - For BWR WAFER OR WANNA, the bike can be GRAVEL, MTB, OR EBIKE. For BWR WAFFLE, the bike must be exclusively GRAVEL and in optimal condition before the event.

4 - The use of headphones is not allowed during the ride.

5 - Let's protect the environment; it is forbidden to throw non-biodegradable trash or waste on the road.

6 - In case of mechanical failure, the Shimano Neutral Mechanical Service will be on standby, but participants are recommended to carry a basic kit with materials such as spare tubes, tire levers, mini pump, patches, etc.

7 - Attendees must respect the organizers, authorities, staff, and support personnel at all times.

8 - Attendees must respect the indicated route, which may be modified if the organization deems it necessary for the safety of the attendees.

9 - The organization will provide a sweep vehicle to accompany attendees at certain points. In case of significant delay in the route and ignoring the sweep vehicle's instructions to board, attendees may proceed at their own risk and discretion, releasing the organization from any civil or criminal liability.

10 – BWR will have a start and progress schedule calculated for participants to reach the end of the route within the stipulated time. Any participant who does not reach the considered points of assistance or regrouping within the time must shorten their participation and/or accept the Organizing Committee's assistance.

11 - For attendees under 18 years, a legal guardian must complete their registration.

 

LIABILITY RELEASE

In consideration of the services provided by the Belgian Waffle Ride Mexico (hereinafter “The Organizer”), the sponsors, agents, owners, officers, volunteers, attendees, employees, and all persons or entities acting in any capacity for the event, I waive all rights to make any claims and/or requests for compensation that may arise during my participation in the event mentioned above.

It is my obligation to understand and respect the regulations of The Organizer.

 

CHARGES, CHANGES, OR REFUNDS POLICY

Will only proceed at the registered participant's express request (restrictions apply).

In case of changes in the event date or venue, the participant may transfer their registration to a later event.

Refunds will only proceed if the event is canceled due to government restrictions, natural disasters, or by the decision of the organizing committee (Date or venue change). Requests must be made by the officially registered participant to info@bwrmexico.com.

No refunds will be processed for personal reasons (work, health, travel, injury, etc.); in such cases, the participant can refer to point 2 of this section *Subject to availability of the requested event.

Partial refunds are not applicable.

Restrictions apply to promotions and personalization of medals, numbers, and jerseys if applicable.

UNFORESEEN POINTS IN THIS CALL WILL BE RESOLVED BY THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE.

 

For more information, questions, or suggestions, send an email to info@bwrmexico.com.

Interested in being part of the BWR community or one of our sponsors? Send an email to info@bwrmexico.com or send a message via WhatsApp to +52 (442) 771 35 04.

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