We are still working out the kinks but this is what we have for the scoring so far.
- You get 1 pt for every mile that you ride (partial points ok)
- Rain during that leg gets double points for that leg only.
- There will be extra points for riding a fixie (maybe 1.25-1.5x)
- You get extra points based on the weight of your bike and gear (backpack, panniers, etc) 30-40 lbs = 1pt 40-50 lbs = 2pts >50 lbs = 3pts.
- Sending in a mustache photo earns 5 points, being selected is another 5 pts.
Additional guidelines
- The commuter challenge will begin October 1.
- You must have a calibrated computer to account for the miles.
- Joy rides, training rides, etc do not count towards the mileage. Grocery trip however DO count.
- You will most likely have to register for the race and submit your times a few times a week.
- Current standings will be posted every Monday AM.
Stay tuned for additional details...
10 comments:
You forgot part of the inclimate weather clause.
Temperature:
<50 =1pt p/m
<40 =2pts
<32 =4pts
<0 =free ambulance ride and treatment for frostbite.
Good point. I forgot about the temperature clause. I think we should do points per leg...
Also, someone that frequently rides to the bus stop then rides to work from the bus stop asked about a point for riding the bus. I think that's legit...it's not driving and still in line with the ACCT.
I vote no.
It's about biking, not just commuting. We would have to give people extra points for walking too.
I like it. And I'm glad I'm not the guy who has to keep track of these points. I will mount a computer on my fixy before Oct 1! Dang, that is going to clutter up my cockpit though.
Mustache points? Would this mean photos of anyone's mustache? Or, would I have to grow my own and photograph it?
If it must be one's own mustache which is photographed and submitted, I propose that there should be more points awarded to female bicycle commuters who submit their mustache photos. In other words, I propose that a gender-based weighting for mustache points be considered.
I suggest this because I believe that growing a decent looking mustache for most females is considerably more difficult than it would be for the males.
Although, I can see an argument for keeping the points competition simple.
-mc
mc you have a very good point. The mustache bonus points are in place as an incentive to boost the mustache participation. However, I don't want to have any sort of gender bias in the event.
Maybe as long as the mustache *photo* is yours...you can submit the stache. I'll have to get some clarification on this before the Oct 1 release date.
what if you don't have a job?
That's a good question Craig.
Errands do count for total mileage.
I am so there...although riding the fixie up college drive and back down will be a special time. Time to flip it to the 18t. ---So, shall we submit all the riding we do, and let the judges decide which stuff counts? I'm thinking 'I just got off work and now I will get beer, then ride home'. Not trying to complicate it...
Points for boxes delivered on handlebars?
whatever. This is a great idea!
Butch
Butch,
It's really at your discretion which miles you submit. I think any trips that you could have taken in a car but chose to do by bike should be counted.
Home --> work --> home --> beer run --> video rental --> home.
That all counts.
On the other hand if you are doing repeaters up O-hill and training for cross season...don't count those.
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