About Simac Ladies Tour

The Simac Ladies Tour was founded in 1998, driven by Wim van Duivenbode and Leo van der Wal. Their goal was to establish a full-fledged race in the Netherlands, complementing existing one-day races, especially with
the World Championships approaching in Valkenburg.

The first stage took place on September 15, 1998—a 4.6 km prologue in Ter Aar. Leontien Zijlaard-Van Moorsel won the stage, though Elsbeth Vink claimed the overall victory. Notable Dutch winners include Marianne Vos,
Ellen van Dijk, and Annemiek van Vleuten, while international stars like Kristin Armstrong and Lisa Brennauer have also excelled here.

The race features a mix of sprints, selective stages, and a time trial, often serving as preparation for the World Championships. Ina-Yoko Teutenberg holds the record with fourteen stage wins. Today, the Simac Ladies
Tour is the only Women’s WorldTour stage race in the Benelux, attracting the world’s top teams and riders.

Safety Plan

Weather and safety plan

Safety Plan and Evaluation for Stage 2

Last 3 km

In the final 3 km of Stage 2, riders will encounter five traffic islands, including one positioned within a turn, and one roundabout.

The roundabout is situated approximately 1.5 km from the finish. Following the roundabout, the route leads onto a straight, flat road that continues to the finish line, with the last two traffic islands located along
this stretch.

Safety Plan and Evaluation for Stage 3

Last 3 km

In the final 3 km of Stage 3, riders will encounter several key challenges:

• Narrowing Sections: Between 3 km and 2 km to go, the road narrows in several sections, which could make positioning difficult and potentially create bottlenecks.
• 3 Sharp Turns: Within the last 3 km, there are three sharp turns that will require careful handling and could impact the speed and positioning of the riders.
• Final Roundabout: As the race enters the final kilometer, there is a sharp turn in a roundabout, leading directly into the final stretch before the finish line.

Safety Plan and Evaluation for Stage 4

Last 3 km

In the final 3 km of Stage 4

• Roundabout at 2.8-3 km: The final 3 km begins with a roundabout that requires a right turn, situated between 2.8 and 3 km before the finish. This early turn sets the tone for the approach to the finish.
• Narrow Traffic Island: After the initial roundabout, riders will encounter a small, narrow traffic island, adding a technical element that could disrupt positioning.
• Final Roundabout at 1.2 km: With around 1.2 km remaining, there is another roundabout. Navigating this feature will be crucial as it leads directly into the final straight towards the finish line.

Safety Plan and Evaluation for Stage 5

Last 3 km

In the final 3 km of Stage 5:

• Multiple Traffic Islands: The final 3 km includes several traffic islands, making this section particularly hazardous and requiring careful navigation.
• Two Sharp Turns in the Last Kilometer: Within the last kilometer, there are two sharp turns. These will be critical for riders aiming to position themselves for the final sprint.

Safety Plan and Evaluation for Stage 6

Last 3 km

The last 3 km includes some sharp turns and several traffic islands. All these obstacles will be properly marked and protected. The biggest danger is the last turn before the final sprint.