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Melburn Roobaix 2011

For those unfamiliar with what has been a cycling cult classic over the past 5 years, Melburn Roobaix is a cycle rally based on the French spring classic 'Paris-Roubaix' which is one of the oldest cycle races in the world.

Like the French version the route incorporates some of Melburn's longest and bumpiest cobbled pave sectors, dirt tracks, cycle paths and finishes at the Brunswick outdoor velodrome.

Unlike the French version there are no prizes for first, second or third. It is not a race.

Here's a taste of 2009.

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