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The majority of Crank the Shield’s aid station personnel, finish line staff and baggage/bike transport will be taken care of by a crew of volunteers. Affectionately referred to by some as 'vollies', volunteers are the bread and butter of the event, and we couldn’t pull off an event of this size without them. Volunteers will be treated to all the same luxuries as the riders, and in addition will receive a variety of Crank the Shield memorabilia and a variety of gifts.
The following is a breakdown of the various volunteer positions, and the responsibilities inherent with each task.
Aid Stations
Volunteers at aid stations will be responsible for ensuring riders’ well-being as they journey through each day’s course. Aid station personnel will bring the water, sports drinks, and snacks to and from their stations and act as a liaison between riders and the organizers. Each stage will have two stations, with several volunteers responsible for each. This is a great way to commiserate with riders and feel part of the action.
Marshall stations
Marshall stations will be less active than aid stations, but are needed on roadways and major intersections to ensure riders both obey the rules of the road and stay on course.
The amount of marshall stations is likely to change with each stage, making it a great way to volunteer for one or two of the days. Volunteers for marshall stations will be exposed to all the riders as they fly by, and some may be equipped with event phones.
Marshals are required to have a cell phone so they can access event staff in the event of a problem.
Finish line crew
Each day’s finish will be capped off with light snacks and a finish line complete with flags, taping and a pit area for riders. This will be assembled, and disassembled each day then brought to the next day’s conclusion. Finish line personnel will have plenty of time to get set up, and will be responsible for driving a vehicle to and from the various finishes.
Bike/Bag transport
Those responsible for the transport of both bikes and bags will drive cube vans and have plenty of time to go from one camp to the next. Care will be needed in ensuring safe transport, and while waiting for finishers the transport crew can chill by the beach or take in the various activities at the camps.
Bike Storage, cabin attendants etc.
Those with an affinity for organization will like these jobs. Bike Storage crew will arrange the bikes according to their #, and must ensure their safe keeping. Every morning you’ll be responsible to get the bike to its’ owner, and cabin attendants will help ensure exhausted riders find their accommodations.
Safety crew
Our head of safety, Ted Mcleod, and his entourage may need help from first aid certified volunteers. Those with riding skills may be employed as sweep or mid-race riders, field staff to help 'on the fly'. Others may be stationed at Aid Stations, Marshall Stations or other areas where they’re needed.
If you are interested in volunteering your services, whether it be for an aid station, marshalling station, finish line or other, contact Chico Racing at info@chicoracing.com and title your message 'volunteer-crank the shield'
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