Century Challenge Routes and Maps
Click Here to download the Century Challenge 2008 Entry Form (pdf)
The Century Challenge
in memory of George Robertson
Sunday 18th May 2008
Start and Finish at Mt Penang Parklands - Kariong
These routes are changed from the previous events due to the closure of the Pacific Highway as a result of the tragic collapse of the bridge at Piles Creek.
100km Route - The Century Challenge - click here to view 2008 map (pdf)
Starts at Mt Penang Parklands at Kariong/Somersby (just off F3 above Gosford) and travels out along Wisemans Ferry Road, and then along Peats Ridge Road to the Calga Interchange. From here it is down almost to the Hawkesbury River at Mooney Mooney. Turnaround here and climb back to Calga for gentle undulating road through Peats Ridge and back on the same route to Mt Penang Parklands.
50km Route - Half Century Challenge - click here to view 2008 map (pdf)
Starting from Mt Penang Parklands, riders will proceed to Girrakool Picnic area, then to Somersby Falls before turning onto Wisemans Ferry Rd. then along Peats Ridge Rd until the exit ramp to Wisemans Ferry Rd. Go through the underpass to Central Mangrove. Turn south at the crossroad with George Downes Rd (NB take care and observe Stop sign), and proceed to the drink stop at Peats Ridge Rd. From here take the route back via Wisemans Ferry Rd to Mt Penang Parklands.
The return journey from Central Mangrove is mostly downhill !
Rider Notes
Download Rider Notes alternative 50km route (pdf)
Rider Notes alternative 100km route (pdf)
Please note : This year there will be no 20km route because of safety concerns with young riders on the busy Wisemans Ferry Road. For the same reasons, no rider under the age of 18 will be able to participate in the 50km and 100km rides. These concerns were expressed by all involved (the Cycle Tour Committee, the NSW Police and Gosford City Council). However, we are continually working on various options for a family ride off public roads.