We gather at south perth around 6am and riders start out around 6.30-7am, we aim to guide groups out and then return until all riders are away from the start, we then escort them along the routes, there are two routes, 3dams and 5 dams, the latter being the longest.
Like Brock said we carry tubes and co2 cylinders, first aid kits, water and your own supplies so the ST is just right for the event.
There are quite a few water stations along the route, where you can stop for water for yourself and to pick up spare bottles for participants,
Speaking for myself, I find doing the marshalling, is not only great fun but we provide a safety element for the cyclists, having UHF on the bike is a plus and I am talking to BWA to get portable sets for other marshals so we have better contact with each other.
On the day you will be issued a marshal pack that includes a map of the route which is advise able to tape to your tank or put it in a tank bag, food and coffee vouchers, and vehicle identification signs that need to be affixed to your windscreen or somewhere on the bike.
I would like each rider to wear full protective riding gear and a hi viz vest, I have spares if you need one.
The event lasts nearly 12 hours if your on the 5 dams and pick up the last riders, but I think you'll thoroughly enjoy it.
There is an honorarium payment of $250 for fuel and wear and tear on the vehicle, as you are volunteering your time.
This is usually paid about a week after the event.
It would be good to have a lot more OZSTOC riders at the event. If you know any other riders ST or not that would like to have a go, let me know.
