Omloop Nieuwsblad Cyclo
25.02.2024
Omloop Nieuwsblad Cyclo
On Sunday 25 February 2024, thousands of cycling fans kicked off their cycling season at the first classic of the year: Omloop het Nieuwsblad Cyclo. Flashing up the Muur like Jan Tratnik? Or placing a sprint like Marianne Vos? #FeelLikeAPro during the events of the Teamleader CRM Classics Tour.
Photoservice
Sportograf was our official photo partner and took pictures of all participants during Omloop het Nieuwsblad Cyclo. You can order these now via the button below.
You can find more info on how your photos will be handled here.
Discover the course
Kick off the season, just like the pros, and ride into the Flanders Classics spring season, like a real flandrien(ne). This year too, we will treat you to cobbled roads à volonté! Classics such as Paddestraat, Kerkgate and Haaghoek cannot be missed, forming a first solid block on your route. Those who do not like cobblestones are guaranteed to fall through here.
Legs warmed up? Good, because the many Flemish hills should not be missing either to get your season off to a good start. Names like Molenberg, Leberg, Berendries and Valkenberg will undoubtedly be music to your ears. As icing on the cake, we dish up the iconic duo Muur van Geraardsbergen – Bosberg. Classics where cycling history was written and which you will undoubtedly remember long after Sunday 25 February.
60 km
Start & finish: Ninove
+ 400 m
80 km
Start & finish: Ninove
+ 600 m
125 km
Start & finish: Ninove
+ 1.000 m
150 km
Start & finish: Ghent
+ 900 m
 Muur van Geraarsbergen |
| Bosberg |
| Berendries |
| Elverenberg - Vossenhol |
| Valkenberg |
 Tenbosse |
| Muur van Geraarsbergen |
| Bosberg |
 Borstekouter - Paddestraat |
| Terweeënstraat |
| Molenberg |
| Kauwenberg |
| Kerkgate |
| Wolvenberg |
| Holleweg |
| Varentberg |
| Haaghoek |
| Leberg |
| Berendries |
| Elverenberg - Vossenhol |
| Valkenberg |
| Tenbosse |
| Muur van Geraarsbergen |
| Bosberg |
| Molenberg |
| Haaghoek |
| Leberg |
| Berendries |
| Elverenberg - Vossenhol |
| Valkenberg |
| Tenbosse |
| Muur van Geraardsbergen |
| Bosberg |
| Borstekouter - Paddestraat |
| Asselkouter |
| Kantienberg |
Practical info
The organisation has provided sufficient parking near the start and the finish line. That way you can park your car safely.
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- Ninove:
- P1: Colruyt – Polderbaan 26 (free)
- P2: Interparking Ninea – Vuurkruiserstraat (€1,6/h – €4 day) – Max. hight: 2m
- P3: Mallaard – Mallaardstraat (free)
- Oude Kaai (free)
- Graanmarkt (free)
- Hemmerynckplein (free)
- Ghent:
- More info on parking in Ghent can be found at here.
- Ninove:
Ninove: PTI Ninove – Centrumlaan 160
Ghent: ’t Kuipke, Familie van Rysselberghedreef 2, 9000 Gent
Start times:
- Ninove:
- 60 km: 8.30h – 11.00h
- 80 km: 7.30h – 11.00h
- 125 km: 7.30h – 9.30h
- Ghent (150 km): 7.30h – 9.00h
- Plenty of refrechment points on the route
- Accident insurance (no helmet = not insured)
- Technical assistance at the start, at the supply stations and along the course
- Medical service at the start and at the supply stations
- Signallers along the course
- Route map / marked route
- Course sticker showing the hills along the way
- Number plate
- Free coffee at the start
Scan & ride
Register online, we’ll email you your ticket. That way you can immediately pick up your identification tag after presenting your ticket at the Scan & Ride desks. No need to get off your bike again!
Registration on the day itself
Would you prefer to register on the spot? Park your bicycle in the secure bicycle shed!
Enjoy plenty of provisions en route, including Etixx sports drinks, water and a wide choice of fruit and biscuits.
Number of supply stations*:
- 150 km: 3 supply stations
- 125 km: 2 supply stations
- 80 km: 1 supply station
- 60 km: 1 supply station
*Refreshment given upon presentation of identification tag only!
Closure supply station Lierde: 14.00h
Closure supply station Velzeke: 15.30h
If you arrive too late at the last supply station we will not be able to consider you as an official participant and you will be required to take the shortest route to the finish.
The finish in Ghent and Ninove closes at 16.30h.
Changing rooms and showers
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- Ninove: PTI Ninove – Centrumlaan 160
- Ghent: ’t Kuipke, Familie van Rysselberghedreef 2
After your ride, exchange your identification tag for a unique medal or original t-shirt. Would you rather get your deposit back? You can. Ask at the information stand.
Turned in your identification tag? Sit back and unwind after your ride at our fun après-bike.
Breakdown assistance?
Technical assistance is provided at the start and at the provision points. Can’t make it there? Call the emergency number on the back of your frame to make use of our mobile breakdown service.
Medical service available at the start and at the provision points.
Online registrations
Have you chosen your event? Great! Please find the prices for the Omloop het Nieuwsblad Cyclo below.
Tarieven | 60 km | 80 km | 125 km | 150 km |
Voordeeltarief (t.e.m. 13/2) | 17 € | 17 € | 20 € | 22 € |
Standaardtarief (na 13/2) | 20 € | 20 € | 23 € | 25 € |
It makes sense to register early!
Get off to an early start and register before 13 February. This puts you in the breakaway group and you can benefit from a better price.
Please note: Your registration includes a €5 deposit for the use of your number plate. This is refunded at the finish or you can exchange it for an original T-shirt.
Group registrations (until Tuesday 13 February - 23:59)
Want to take on the challenge together with colleagues and friends? Then you can register as a group until Tuesday 13 February.
Teamleader,
proud sponsor of your free time
At Teamleader, we’re champions for entrepreneurs and cycling. Cyclists and business builders alike push boundaries, ride in formation for success, and boast stamina to spare.
Top-tier health is non-negotiable for entrepreneurs to bring their A-game, and that’s why Teamleader is all about the Teamleader CRM Classics Tour.
We tackle the toughest climbs hand-in-hand with entrepreneurs and patch up any gaps in their journey.
Etixx fuels your goal
Etixx Sports Nutrition offers athletes healthy support for sustainable sport performances. Thanks to our collaboration with Etixx Sports Nutrition, you will be able to enjoy a quality supply of Etixx products (Isotonic, Energy Gel, Energy Sport Bar,…) during your spring classic. In addition, you will also be able to enjoy exclusive promotions and discounts on the Etixx range when you register and after the event. This way we can guide all sportsmen and women with their preparation and in reaching the finish line. 
Preparation
The organisers advise everyone to avoid any form of strenuous physical activity for which they are not adequately prepared. Make sensible choices about the distance you ride and/or the pace you set for yourself.
Anyone who aims to improve performance and compete at a high intensity should see a (specialised sports) physician annually for a check-up. There is no requirement to produce a medical certificate.
It is up to the participant to decide how to use the information resulting from a medical check-up. The organisers cannot be held liable in this respect.
Recycling action
In Belgium, three million cell phones lie forgotten in a drawer. And yet 90% of the materials in cell phones can be recycled (copper, cobalt, silver, gold, etc.). By 2024, Proximus wants to collect as many as 140,000 cell phones.
A warm call to all cycling fans to put their greenest foot forward and participate in the recycling action! This is possible at all Proximus Cycling Challenges mentioned in the calendar and at 6 rides of the Teamleader CRM Classics Tour. Your recycling participation will be rewarded. How? Find out via the button below.
Ride with us and support Younited Cycling
Besides being a relaxing activity, cycling is also a powerful tool. Under the flag of ‘My Team, My Home’, Younited Cycling builds cycling teams where everyone is welcome and included.
Their participants fight against vulnerability in housing, mental health, well-being, poverty, migration or addiction.
In their peloton, they find more than just teammates, they find a home. They are coached by social workers who give them a warm welcome and individual attention, to guide them both on and off the bike.
Additional funding is needed to help Younited Cycling grow. Your contribution can also help. When registering online, you have the option to donate 5, 10 or 15 euros for Younited Cycling.
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