FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I enter online? Yes, you can enter online at www.corkrebeltour.ie
  • Can I enter by post? Yes, you can enter by post. You can download an entry form from the “How to Enter” section of this website.
  • What is the closing date for entries? The closing date for entries is strictly 10am on Friday the 9th of September. There will be NO registration facility on the weekend of the event.
  • What is the entry fee?

    Under 14

    14-16yrs

    16yrs+

    **Unwaged

    10 Km Rebel Pedal

    *Free

    *Free

    *Free

    *Free

    50Km Rebel Cruise

    €10

    €30

    €25

    80 Km Rebel Rider

    €10

    €40

    €25

    150 Km Rebel Challenge

    N/A

    €40

    €25
    * Free: We will have to look for a contribution from each family member of €2 PP.
    ** Unwaged: Participants wishing to avail of this discount must be over 18, unwaged and in receipt of fulltime benefit (photocopy of proof of benefit required). This concession is only available using a hard copy of the entry form
    Full Time students may also avail of this discount by providing a copy of your current College ID.
  • What does my entry fee include? Your cycle entry pack will include: your receipt of registration, route map and additional information. On the day you will receive a souvenir jersey, a goody bag, refreshments en route and at the finish as well as cycle support services.
  • What if I can’t make the cycle on the day? Unfortunately there is no facility for a refund.
  • How can I check that I am entered? Online and postal entrants will receive confirmation of entry along with an information pack which will be sent out when entries are processed.
  • For driving directions to the CIT please follow the link: http://www.cit.ie/mapsandtravel
  • What time can I collect my goody bag? Goody bags collection will take place when participants come to sign in.
  • Sign on times:
  1. 10km Rebel Pedal Family Fun Cycle Grand Parade, Saturday 10th September from 12pm
  2. 50km Rebel Cruise CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Friday 9th September (5pm – 8pm) or CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Saturday 10th September (10am – 11.45am)
  3. 80km Rebel Rider CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Friday 9th September (5pm – 8pm) or CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Saturday 10th September (9am – 10am)
  4. 150km Rebel Challenge CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Friday 9th September (5pm – 8pm) or CIT (Nexus Student Centre Building), Saturday 10th September (7.30am – 8.30am)
  • Can I change from one route to another after registration? Riders can change between the Rebel Cruise, Rebel Rider and Rebel Challenge after registration but must make this clear when they come to sign in.
  • What time does my event start?
  1. The Rebel Challenge will begin at 9 am at CIT
  2. The Rebel Rider will begin at 10.30 am at CIT
  3. The Rebel Cruise will begin at 12.15pm at CIT
  4. The Rebel Pedal will begin at 1pm at the Grande Parade in Cork City
  • Is there free parking? Yes, on Saturday 10th of September a limited number of parking spaces will be provided for all participants at CIT.
  • Are there changing and shower facilities? Yes, changing, toilet and shower facilities will be provided for all participants in CIT.
  • What do I need to bring with me? A hard shell helmet is compulsory for every participant. Don’t forget your bike, spare tube, pump and gear. We would advise each participant to bring food and drink, there are food stops on the routes. Some refreshments may be available back at CIT, there will also be a facility to purchase food in CIT. Please also keep an eye on the weather forecast so that you can prepare for the day. (sunblock, rain gear etc)
  • Must I be over a certain age? There is no age requirement for the Rebel Pedal.

RebelCruise: minimum age requirement is 14 years as of 10/09/ 2011

Rebel Rider and Rebel Challenge minimum age requirement is 16 years as of 10/09/ 2011.

  • Do I need permission from a parent/guardian to participate? Yes, if you are under the age of 18 you must have permission from a parent/guardian (signature required on the entry form).
  • What first-aid facilities will be available on the day? First aid will be provided on the day by the Irish Red Cross. There will also be service vehicles for mechanical difficulties as well as the broom wagon which will provide transport to the finish should the route get too much for participants.
  • Where is the official finish? On Saturday 10th of September the official finish for each route will be the Cork Institute of Technology where food stalls, music and entertainment will be provided.