What is the Slog To Sale?
The Slog to Sale is a 160km bike ride from Pakenham to Sale. Read here for more information.

When is the Slog to Sale?
Saturday 3rd of October 2009.

When must I be at the start location?
As a regular rider, you must be there no later than 7am, to leave time to sign up. If you have registered for the Late Start group (and you need to be a fast rider for this), please be there no later than 9am.  

Is there a time limit?
Yes, 4:15pm is the cut-off time for arriving at Sale. If you are not within 5kms of the finish line by that time the SAG wagon will pick you up. 

What about registration?
All participants must register before riding. Registration closes on 26th September 2009. See more details.

How much is it to enter?
$65. (Earlybird Registration is $45, before 12th September 2009.)

Will there be anything to eat, and what about lunch?
Along the ride, there is fruit, snacks and water provided from the safety cars.

You will need to bring your own lunch. Pack it in a labelled bag and we will make sure it is waiting for you at Traralgon at the Bert Thomas Reserve. (see Map).

A free BBQ is provided at the end of the ride, at Sale Baptist Church.

Are there shops on the way?
Yes, purchases can be made from Milk Bars on route if you wish to, at your own expense. We do not permit riders going off the main road as it is very hard to find you again and we then lose control of the riding group and your safety is compromised.

Can I buy a memento?
Yes, there will be some merchandise available on the day.We recommend the jersey.

Are refreshments available?
Fruit and drink is provided during the ride at designated stops.

Do we ride on dirt or gravel roads?
No, the entire trip is a sealed road.

Just before Sale, there is a section of bridges that at this stage bikes are not permitted on, and the alternative path has some gravel bits. We are working to temporarily allow bikes to use the bridges.

What if my bike breaks?
Mechanical support is available along the route, but you are expected to be able to change and repair punctures. It is also strongly recommended that you have your bike serviced before the event.

We recommend Bears Bikes and also Evo Cycles for all your bike servicing or purchasing needs.

What if I can't continue?
A vehicle at the back will be able to pick you up.

If it is an emergency, then refer to your notes on the handed out lanyard, or call 000.

Who gets the profits from the ride?
The 4C's Emergency Food Bank in Pakenham receives all proceeds raised. See our Finances page for more details.

Is it a race?
The Slog to Sale is a fun community ride event and is not a race. (Being a 'race' has different requirements with traffic control, etc.) Prizes are awared to those who raise the most sponsorship.

I don't know how to get to Sale.
The easiest way, is to travel straight down the Princes Freeway, from Pakenham to Sale, turning left at Rosedale.

We strongly encourage you to download the map and study it.

What do I get for my registration?
Firstly, you are supporting the 4C's Emergency Food Bank.   

• Fruit and drink support provided along the way.
• Trained First Aid support if required.
• Mechanical bike support if needed.
• A Full BBQ dinner at the end of the ride.
• We encourage you to find a lift, but if needed, transport back to Pakenham will be provided, (must be noted upon registration.)
• A Riders pack with lots of goodies in it.

Who do I contact in an emergency during the ride?
You will be given organiser's emergency contact phone numbers in your lanyard notes on the day. Riders are encouraged to carry a mobile phone - Telstra GSM, and NextG coverage is good along most of the ride.

How do I enter a team?
This is an individual rider event only. You are highly encouraged to bring your friends along but at this stage, you can't enter as a team.

What happens if i need to stop?
You can be picked up by the back car or if you are at a safety car stop they can take you to the lunch break or finish.

Organisers of the Slog to Sale event reserve the right to: stop, move, and/or remove participants in the Slog to Sale if required.