{"id":2477,"date":"2020-02-25T23:56:02","date_gmt":"2020-02-25T12:56:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/noosa\/2020\/02\/25\/third-annual-noosa-classic-officially-launched\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T22:00:59","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T11:00:59","slug":"third-annual-noosa-classic-officially-launched","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/noosa\/2020\/02\/25\/third-annual-noosa-classic-officially-launched\/","title":{"rendered":"Third Annual Noosa Classic Officially Launched"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Bicycling Australia, Australasia\u2019s leading cycling media brand, have officially launched their third annual Noosa Classic, a thrilling festival of cycling to be held over the weekend of 15 \u2013 16 <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">August,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 2020.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Gran Fondo event will return bigger and better, with the addition of an exciting new 65km Rouleurs course and Hill Climb event up Gyndier Drive to be held on Saturday 15 August.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A major coup for the greater Noosa region, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> third of riders travelled from interstate for the 201<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Noosa Classic with many international participants along with numerous cycling groups making a multi-day to week-long holiday of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-6215 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/noosa\/wp-content\/uploads\/Noosa-Clasic-Highlights-28-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"399\" height=\"266\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tourism Industry Development Minister Kate Jones said the Noosa Classic provided the perfect opportunity for people to visit the region.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cNoosa is one of the most picturesque places in the world to go for a ride,\u201d she said.<br \/>\n<\/span><br \/>\n<span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">It\u2019s no surprise the Noosa Classic delivers over 3,000 direct visitor nights for the region.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> But we want to grow these numbers.<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">We know that once people get a taste of Noosa, they\u2019ll want to return.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201cWe invest in events like these because they support local businesses and local jobs.<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Palaszczuk Government will continue to bac<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">k<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> events like the Classic that deliver a strong return for the Noosa economy.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe title=\"Noosa Classic\" src=\"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/391115655?dnt=1&amp;app_id=122963\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"autoplay; fullscreen; picture-in-picture; clipboard-write; encrypted-media\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The 201<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">9<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> event achieved<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> &#8211; <\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">1.4 million<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> was added to the local economy over the event weekend.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">500<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> on average was spent by one Noosa Classic rider each day of their stay<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">$1.5 million was<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> to total achieved media value.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">And 9<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">8<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">% of riders said they would recommend the Noosa Classic to a friend!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tourism Noosa has also returned as a Major Partner. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tourism Noosa CEO <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Melanie Anderson<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> said,<\/span> <i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u201c<\/span><\/i><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Tourism Noosa has been a proud partner of the Noosa Classic since its inception in 2018.\u00a0 It is encouraging to see the event evolve and the addition of the new Rouleurs course will see more riders getting out and about discovering the best of our beautiful Noosa hinterland\u201d.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">In addition to the government partnerships, e<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">vent organisers are thrilled t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">o <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">have international brands <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">including Bianchi, Deloitte, Lazer, Schwalbe, Orbea and Shimano<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> on board as partners, along with local supporters<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Cancer Council Queensland,<\/span> <span data-contrast=\"auto\">Peppers, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">RACV and<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Richardson and Wrench Noosa. M<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ore exciting partner and sponsor news to be announced soon.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Early<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> B<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">ird Registrations Open Now<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The Noosa Classic will again offer three course lengths<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, however the Social course has been replaced with a brand-new 65km Rouleurs course which will showcase the best of Noosa\u2019s Hinterland. Course options include 65km,<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> 120km and 160km &#8211; with <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">course maps available online<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">. Registrations for the 20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Noosa Classic are open now. Those who book early will not only save on registration, they will also receive a complimentary event jersey<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> worth $115. Early Bird registrations end Sunday, 22 March. <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Register today at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.noosaclassic.com.au\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">www.noosaclassic.com.au<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-6266 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/cyclingclassics.com.au\/noosa\/wp-content\/uploads\/Noosa-Clasic-Highlights-79-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"438\" height=\"292\" \/>Help Others Who Need It Most<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">More than a brilliant weekend of cycling, there\u2019s a serious side to the Noosa Classic and that is the charity factor. Bicycling Australia\u2019s Gran Fondo events have collectively generated more than $<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">4<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">00,000 for various charity groups <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">across Australia.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For 20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Noosa Classic riders will <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">again <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">hav<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">e the opportunity of supporting <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">the <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">charity of their choice via our unique \u2018Choose your Charity\u2019 initiative.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">James<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Yaffa, Noosa Classic founder, said \u201cThe second Noosa Classic was our best instalment yet, delivering perfect riding conditions and a positive impact on the local community. Riders from all over Australia descend on stunning Noosa at a time when the Southern states are shivering, the ultimate time of year to host a Gran Fondo Cycling event.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Noosa Classic now in its 3<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">rd<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> year is a must attend event on the Australian recreational cycling calendar.\u201d<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Noosa Classic, August <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">16<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">20<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, we\u2019ll see you in paradise.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>To register <a href=\"https:\/\/register.noosaclassic.com.au\">click here!<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For <\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">further details, contact Ja<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">mes Yaffa:<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"mailto:jamesyaffa@yaffa.com.au\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">jamesyaffa@yaffa.com.au<\/span><\/b><br \/>\n<\/a><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">02 9213 8<\/span><\/b><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">293<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Bicycling Australia, Australasia\u2019s leading cycling media brand, have officially launched their third annual Noosa Classic, a thrilling festival of cycling to be held over the weekend of 15 \u2013 16 August, 2020.\u00a0 The Gran Fondo event will return bigger and better, with the addition of an exciting new 65km Rouleurs course and Hill Climb event [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":2479,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[88],"tags":[49,19,27,33,46,20,22,23,39,25,26,61,29,40],"class_list":["post-2477","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-noosa-classic-2020-news","tag-adventure","tag-beach","tag-bike","tag-cycling","tag-fundraise","tag-holiday","tag-noosa","tag-noosa-classic","tag-queensland","tag-racv","tag-resort","tag-ride","tag-road-cycling","tag-sunshine-coast"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.7 (Yoast SEO v26.7) - 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