Monday, December 27, 2010
Group Ride Tuesday 28th December
There will be riders meeting on Heretaunga street, Hastings Outside Rebel Sport for a group ride - Sherenden, Crownthorpe Settlement Road return 8:00am
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
BOXING DAY - CHRISTMAS CAKE TOOTLE IS ON!!!
Do not forget the Annual Christmas Cake Tootle -
Where: Clock tower Havelock North
When - Sunday 26th December
Time 8:00 am
Required : Yourself , Your Bike, Christmas Cake
Tail and Lead cars will be in support.
This is a social ride initially at a gentle pace to Camp David where riders will dismount until all riders have re-gathered.
The ride continues on to Waipawa via Patangata, River and Pourerere Roads where we will stop at the playground on the eastern side of the Main Street for 15 - 20 Min's for comaradierie and Christmas Cake.
The ride then returns to Havelock North via Racecourse, Elsthorpe, TeKura and Middle Roads.
Riders will then regather for refreshments at the Garden Bar of Turks access via service lane near Steak Out on Havelock Road.
See you all there - Steve
Where: Clock tower Havelock North
When - Sunday 26th December
Time 8:00 am
Required : Yourself , Your Bike, Christmas Cake
Tail and Lead cars will be in support.
This is a social ride initially at a gentle pace to Camp David where riders will dismount until all riders have re-gathered.
The ride continues on to Waipawa via Patangata, River and Pourerere Roads where we will stop at the playground on the eastern side of the Main Street for 15 - 20 Min's for comaradierie and Christmas Cake.
The ride then returns to Havelock North via Racecourse, Elsthorpe, TeKura and Middle Roads.
Riders will then regather for refreshments at the Garden Bar of Turks access via service lane near Steak Out on Havelock Road.
See you all there - Steve
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Pukeora Invitation Race from CHB Cycling
RCC has no racing for 2 Saturdays (Christmas Day and New Year’s Day) and CHB Cycling have invited us to ride with them on their first Tuesday race of 2011, which will culminate in a gathering at the Pukeora Cafe.
If you think you will ride this, please email Ken at cycle@clear.net.nz so he can collate and send probable numbers to CHB Cycling. This way the Cafe can cater for all riders.
When: January 4th 2011
Race Circuit: Pukeora Circuit
Registration: 3pm, at top of Pukeora Hill
Race start time: 4pm
Afterwards: Pukeora Cafe will be open for riders to purchase sustenance
Grades:
Graded A-D (CHB & Ramblers): 58.5km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Oruawharo Rd, Aorangi Rd, Hinerangi Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd South, HW 2 Maharakeke Rd, Waiou Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded E & F (Ramblers): 38.5km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Oruawharo Rd, Aorangi Rd, Hinerangi Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded E1 & E2 (CHB): 27.6km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded F (CHB): 3.8km. North to bottom of Hill, Left into old Road to end & return. Finish at top of Hill
If you think you will ride this, please email Ken at cycle@clear.net.nz so he can collate and send probable numbers to CHB Cycling. This way the Cafe can cater for all riders.
When: January 4th 2011
Race Circuit: Pukeora Circuit
Registration: 3pm, at top of Pukeora Hill
Race start time: 4pm
Afterwards: Pukeora Cafe will be open for riders to purchase sustenance
Grades:
Graded A-D (CHB & Ramblers): 58.5km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Oruawharo Rd, Aorangi Rd, Hinerangi Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd South, HW 2 Maharakeke Rd, Waiou Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded E & F (Ramblers): 38.5km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Oruawharo Rd, Aorangi Rd, Hinerangi Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded E1 & E2 (CHB): 27.6km. South HW2 Maharakeke Rd, Woburn Rd, Hatuma Rd, HW2 Pukeora Scenic Rd. Hill Top Finish
Graded F (CHB): 3.8km. North to bottom of Hill, Left into old Road to end & return. Finish at top of Hill
TV Coverage of the RaboDirect Criterium Nationals
Tune in to TV1 on Sunday 19th between 1:30pm and 2:30pm
Open Ride Invitation Sunday 19th December
If you are not tuning in to the Criterium coverage, than take your family and friends, your bikes, walking shoes, dogs, mobility scooters, prams, wheelchairs, colourful costumes and picnics. Enjoy the beach, kite-flying, jugglers, face painting, flyovers, music and much more. Visit local artists and wineries. For more information www.capecoast.co.nz
Monday, December 13, 2010
The Peter & Elaine Gavin Junior Coaching Scholarship
Ramblers Cycling is proud to offer, in conjunction with Team Coach Ltd, the Peter and Elaine Gavin Junior Coaching Scholarship for the 2011 Summer/Autumn racing season
Similar to the scholarships available at the start of 2010, coaching scholarships will be available to U19, U17, and U15 members of Ramblers Cycling Club.
The coaching scholarships have been offered by Peter and Elaine Gavin to enable support for juniors who wish to build toward key events in the next six months; Hub Tour, CHB, TeA, CRI and the Club Nationals. Female juniors selected for a scholarship will have the Bev May Tour built into their programmes, and any juniors wishing to compete in track events will have the Waikato/BOP Champs and the Junior Track Champs as part of their focus.
These scholarships are available only to juniors who are current and paid up members of Ramblers for the 2011 season. If you are interested in focusing on events and wish to develop your cycling skills and capability, please register interest by Sunday 19th December. Further details will be given to those who are interested.
Email info@ramblers.co.nz
Phone 06 8395 870
On behalf of Ramblers juniors, thank you Pete and Elaine for your generosity, and to Ivar Hopman of Team Coach Ltd for your support.
Similar to the scholarships available at the start of 2010, coaching scholarships will be available to U19, U17, and U15 members of Ramblers Cycling Club.
The coaching scholarships have been offered by Peter and Elaine Gavin to enable support for juniors who wish to build toward key events in the next six months; Hub Tour, CHB, TeA, CRI and the Club Nationals. Female juniors selected for a scholarship will have the Bev May Tour built into their programmes, and any juniors wishing to compete in track events will have the Waikato/BOP Champs and the Junior Track Champs as part of their focus.
These scholarships are available only to juniors who are current and paid up members of Ramblers for the 2011 season. If you are interested in focusing on events and wish to develop your cycling skills and capability, please register interest by Sunday 19th December. Further details will be given to those who are interested.
Email info@ramblers.co.nz
Phone 06 8395 870
On behalf of Ramblers juniors, thank you Pete and Elaine for your generosity, and to Ivar Hopman of Team Coach Ltd for your support.
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Saturday Race 11th December 2010
Race Circuit: Mutiny Road Circuit
Registration on Crystal Road: from 1pm (pay your $3 and be registered before your race start)
Venue afterwards: Arohanui Centre
Race start time: 2pm
Race Starter: Tony Hartley
Race Day Emergency Phone: 0274266895
Please remember to park your cars on Mt Erin Road to minimise hazards on the course.
Registration on Crystal Road: from 1pm (pay your $3 and be registered before your race start)
Venue afterwards: Arohanui Centre
Race start time: 2pm
Race Starter: Tony Hartley
Race Day Emergency Phone: 0274266895
Please remember to park your cars on Mt Erin Road to minimise hazards on the course.
Race fees and Club Subs
Subs for 2011 are due. Licence renewal and new memberships can be completed online https://secure.memberdesq.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=login&OrgID=6346
Elite Nationals
Entries close on December 10th so you only have two days remaining to get these in to Derrick Nelson. Entry form available at www.elitenationals.co.nz
HDC Try-out Bike
Hastings District Council are planning a “Try-Out Bike Event at St. Mary’s School, Mahora, Hastings, so that community members can try bicycling in a safe environment on their own or a borrowed bike. St. Mary’s has a circular trail that is off road and provides a somewhat private environment.
The purpose of the event is to get more people cycling and maintain momentum from the launch of the Council’s Model Communities project (the I-Way) and is a follow up to a Bike Fix-up day on 5 December.
Bicycle shops have been invited to bring along a range of bicycles for the community to give it a go ( a great marketing opportunity just before Christmas!)
Thursday, 16 December
5:45pm – 6:30pm – Women Only
6:45pm-7:30 – Families and everyone
If you would like more information, or would like to be a part of the day, please contact Jennifer Leaf at Hastings District Council on 871 5000 or email jenniferl@hdc.govt.nz
The purpose of the event is to get more people cycling and maintain momentum from the launch of the Council’s Model Communities project (the I-Way) and is a follow up to a Bike Fix-up day on 5 December.
Bicycle shops have been invited to bring along a range of bicycles for the community to give it a go ( a great marketing opportunity just before Christmas!)
Thursday, 16 December
5:45pm – 6:30pm – Women Only
6:45pm-7:30 – Families and everyone
If you would like more information, or would like to be a part of the day, please contact Jennifer Leaf at Hastings District Council on 871 5000 or email jenniferl@hdc.govt.nz
Race Grades and Grading Policy
With the start of a new series some members may be returning to action and not be aware that the club has implemented a grading policy from the Spring series. It was first publicised in July and for the information of any who missed it we repeat the policy’s background:
Members riding out of grade have been a point of contention in the club for some considerable time. Previously there has been an understanding that if riders rode down a grade they would take no active part in that grade's race and ride at the rear of the bunch. Some riders did this but others have interfered with lower grades' racing by putting in attacks, pulling back breakaways and so forth. Some riders also seem to pick and choose which grade they will ride in depending on how much training they've been doing, or whether the race is hilly.
Ramblers racing is almost all graded and it is unfair on the majority of our members who race week in, week out, in their right grade to have others re-grading themselves as it suits them and affecting others' races. This practice also causes grief for those who give their time compiling results and the points table.
The committee adopted a grading policy and this policy is being implemented.
The main points are:
* Riders must remain in the grade they are in at the start of a series for the whole series. Except in exceptional circumstances, riding out of grade is not allowed.
* In case of injury or serious illness during a series, riders may apply to the club captain to ride down and if permission is given the member will be informed of any conditions.
* If a member wishes to be graded down they must apply to the club captain two weeks before the start of a new series.
* If a member rides in a lower grade without permission they will be automatically isqualified.
* The policy does not apply to riders riding up a grade.
Members riding out of grade have been a point of contention in the club for some considerable time. Previously there has been an understanding that if riders rode down a grade they would take no active part in that grade's race and ride at the rear of the bunch. Some riders did this but others have interfered with lower grades' racing by putting in attacks, pulling back breakaways and so forth. Some riders also seem to pick and choose which grade they will ride in depending on how much training they've been doing, or whether the race is hilly.
Ramblers racing is almost all graded and it is unfair on the majority of our members who race week in, week out, in their right grade to have others re-grading themselves as it suits them and affecting others' races. This practice also causes grief for those who give their time compiling results and the points table.
The committee adopted a grading policy and this policy is being implemented.
The main points are:
* Riders must remain in the grade they are in at the start of a series for the whole series. Except in exceptional circumstances, riding out of grade is not allowed.
* In case of injury or serious illness during a series, riders may apply to the club captain to ride down and if permission is given the member will be informed of any conditions.
* If a member wishes to be graded down they must apply to the club captain two weeks before the start of a new series.
* If a member rides in a lower grade without permission they will be automatically isqualified.
* The policy does not apply to riders riding up a grade.
Tineli Tour de Femme (and Randonee Tour)
Nelson’s Tineli Tour de Femme celebrates ten years on the road cycling calendar at the end of the month with cyclists again signed up to ride five stages over three days in the Nelson sun.
The women’s only tour starts with an 11km climb up the Takaka Hill which always sets up who to chase in the remaining stages that include a circuit race, individual time trial, a 67km then finishing with an 80km ride – covering approximately 220km in total.
To celebrate the milestone anniversary the Nelson Events Team are adding the Randonnee tour.
Randonnee, taken from the French, to mean cycling a set distance over a given time, allows those not as experienced in bunch racing or without the desire to race at the pace of New Zealand's top female cyclists to complete the Tour de Femme. In short, 'they've either been there and done that, they're still getting there but not ready just yet, or they have no inclination to actually get there’. This group of women will ride five stages however the total distance will be less with the focus on completing each stage within the set time, supporting each other and enjoying a really positive riding environment.
Visit www.nelsonevents.co.nz for full details or contact us direct – Averil 021 303 160 or Amanda 021 02687794
The women’s only tour starts with an 11km climb up the Takaka Hill which always sets up who to chase in the remaining stages that include a circuit race, individual time trial, a 67km then finishing with an 80km ride – covering approximately 220km in total.
To celebrate the milestone anniversary the Nelson Events Team are adding the Randonnee tour.
Randonnee, taken from the French, to mean cycling a set distance over a given time, allows those not as experienced in bunch racing or without the desire to race at the pace of New Zealand's top female cyclists to complete the Tour de Femme. In short, 'they've either been there and done that, they're still getting there but not ready just yet, or they have no inclination to actually get there’. This group of women will ride five stages however the total distance will be less with the focus on completing each stage within the set time, supporting each other and enjoying a really positive riding environment.
Visit www.nelsonevents.co.nz for full details or contact us direct – Averil 021 303 160 or Amanda 021 02687794
EMC2 Hub Tour: 14th – 16th January
A reminder that you will need your race licence to enter and compete in the EMC2 Hub Tour.
Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
Track Repairs – Wanganui Velodrome
The Wanganui Velodrome is due for maintenance repairs. The Track will be CLOSED every Monday and Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm,commencing Friday 3rd December. Subject to weather the maintenance project is scheduled to be complete in two to three weeks. The Wanganui Cycling Club apologise in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
Upcoming events around the country
10th December: Criterium National Championship, Auckland (also Takapuna Grand Prix)
18th December: Rice Mountain Classic, Wairarapa http://www.pnp.org.nz/road/Rice-Mountain-Classic/ 28th – 30th December Tineli Tour de Femme, Nelson
7th -9th January: 2011 RaboDirect Elite Road National Championship, Christchurch
14th – 16th January: EMC2 Hub Tour Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
23rd January: BR Turfrey Plumbers Tour de Beautiful CHB – Online entry form available here http://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/events/79-roger
29th - 30th January. Martinborough 2 day Tour
12th -13th February: Morrinsville Womens Tour 2011
13th -19th February 2011: Lion Foundation Wellington to Auckland Cycle Challenge.
18th December: Rice Mountain Classic, Wairarapa http://www.pnp.org.nz/road/Rice-Mountain-Classic/ 28th – 30th December Tineli Tour de Femme, Nelson
7th -9th January: 2011 RaboDirect Elite Road National Championship, Christchurch
14th – 16th January: EMC2 Hub Tour Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
23rd January: BR Turfrey Plumbers Tour de Beautiful CHB – Online entry form available here http://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/events/79-roger
29th - 30th January. Martinborough 2 day Tour
12th -13th February: Morrinsville Womens Tour 2011
13th -19th February 2011: Lion Foundation Wellington to Auckland Cycle Challenge.
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Ramblers Cycling Club Announces a New Naming Sponsor.
Ramblers Cycling Club is proud to announce that it has signed an agreement whereby Heretaunga Building Society will become the naming sponsor for the Club. Ramblers will now be known as “Ramblers Cycling Club, powered by Heretaunga Buidling Society”.
The sponsorship agreement, which becomes effective on 1 January 2011 has an initial term of three years. Ramblers Chairman, Gavin Bush said “The Ramblers Committee is delighted to receive this sponsorship and we welcome Heretaunga Building Society on board as the naming sponsor for our Club. This sponsorship allows Ramblers to move to the next level in administration of our activities and provides a great boost for Ramblers”.
The Heretaunga Building Society Chairman Jim Harvey says “The Heretaunga Building Society is delighted to be involved with Ramblers Cycling Club as one of the most progressive sporting clubs in Hawkes Bay. We at the Heretaunga Building Society look forward to forging a strong partnership together.”
You can expect to see Heretaunga Building Society signage at all Ramblers events from next year including having their logo prominently on our new jerseys, and on our Club vehicle and trailer.
Heretaunga Building Society is a financial institution and operates in the financial services industry, taking deposits from and providing loans to members of the society. For over 75 years, the Society has been making loans to Hawkes Bay members and investing members funds on their behalf. They support the Hawkes Bay community in a number of ways, including various sponsorships.
Both the Society and Ramblers see this partnership as being beneficial to both parties and hope it continues for as long as possible. Please support the Society wherever possible.
The sponsorship agreement, which becomes effective on 1 January 2011 has an initial term of three years. Ramblers Chairman, Gavin Bush said “The Ramblers Committee is delighted to receive this sponsorship and we welcome Heretaunga Building Society on board as the naming sponsor for our Club. This sponsorship allows Ramblers to move to the next level in administration of our activities and provides a great boost for Ramblers”.
The Heretaunga Building Society Chairman Jim Harvey says “The Heretaunga Building Society is delighted to be involved with Ramblers Cycling Club as one of the most progressive sporting clubs in Hawkes Bay. We at the Heretaunga Building Society look forward to forging a strong partnership together.”
You can expect to see Heretaunga Building Society signage at all Ramblers events from next year including having their logo prominently on our new jerseys, and on our Club vehicle and trailer.
Heretaunga Building Society is a financial institution and operates in the financial services industry, taking deposits from and providing loans to members of the society. For over 75 years, the Society has been making loans to Hawkes Bay members and investing members funds on their behalf. They support the Hawkes Bay community in a number of ways, including various sponsorships.
Both the Society and Ramblers see this partnership as being beneficial to both parties and hope it continues for as long as possible. Please support the Society wherever possible.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Saturday Race 4th December 2010
Venue: Pukehamoamoa School
Registration: from 1pm (pay your $3 and be registered before your race start) Race start time: 2pm Race Starter: Gavin Scoble Race Day Emergency Phone: 0274266895
Registration: from 1pm (pay your $3 and be registered before your race start) Race start time: 2pm Race Starter: Gavin Scoble Race Day Emergency Phone: 0274266895
Summer Thursday Night Racing Begins Today(2 December)
Circuit: Ohiti Road Time Trial
Start time: 6pm
Starter: Ken MacKenzie
Start time: 6pm
Starter: Ken MacKenzie
Cycling Safety Tips
With cycle safety high profile at the moment, here are two websites with useful
tips:
http://www.enews.kinelipublishing.com/staysafe.html
http://bicyclesafe.com/
tips:
http://www.enews.kinelipublishing.com/staysafe.html
http://bicyclesafe.com/
Health & Safety Policy
The Health & Safety Policy circulated with the last week's eNews was the draft version. The website copy is the correct version adopted by committee.
BR Turfrey's Tour de Beautiful 2011
Online registrations are open and registration forms and course details are available through the Cycling CHB web site http://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/events/79-rogerThere are less than 8 weeks left to go before the 23rd January and the start of the Tour de Beautiful.
The event offers even more chances than previous years to win, including a brand new Ford Fiesta from Ruahine Ford. Eligibility for spot prizes has been extended to the two 25 km courses which also include a meal with each entry.
The event offers even more chances than previous years to win, including a brand new Ford Fiesta from Ruahine Ford. Eligibility for spot prizes has been extended to the two 25 km courses which also include a meal with each entry.
Advice on Wairarapa to Porangahau cycling route
Gerrard Smith is wanting to get in touch with someone who knows about routes between Wairarapa to Porangahau. He lives in Wellington and is coming up to Porangahau in January for a few nights holiday with a group of friends. They are planning to ride up (with an overnight stop along the way...) and so Gerrard is trying to scope out appropriate routes and would appreciate any local knowledge about traffic, road conditions, or recommended routes. If you can help Gerrard, please email gerrard.smith@gmail.com
Big Bike Fix Up: Saturday 5th Decemeber, Hastings town clock
Please see attached poster. If any of you which to assist as mechanic, Owen Mata will be grateful. This is a great promotion for encouraging people to get their bikes ready to ride, so take your parents, your kids, your neighbours... if you're there, it will also be a good opportunity to talk to the public about Ramblers Cycling Club.
Be there between 10am-1pm... spot prizes on offer too
Be there between 10am-1pm... spot prizes on offer too
Upcoming events around the country
Upcoming events around the country
7th -9th December: Festival of Speed, Invercargill. 3 day track carnival includes the 2011 Madison National Championship
10th December: Criterium National Championship, Auckland (also Takapuna Grand
Prix)
18th December: Rice Mountain Classic, Wairarapa http://www.pnp.org.nz/road/Rice-Mountain-Classic/
7th -9th January: 2011 RaboDirect Elite Road National Championship, Christchurch
14th – 16th January: EMC2 Hub Tour Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
23rd January: BR Turfrey Plumbers Tour de Beautiful CHB – Online entry form available here http://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/events/79-roger
29th - 30th January. Martinborough 2 day Tour
12th -13th February: Morrinsville Womens Tour 2011
13th -19th February 2011: Lion Foundation Wellington to Auckland Cycle Challenge.
7th -9th December: Festival of Speed, Invercargill. 3 day track carnival includes the 2011 Madison National Championship
10th December: Criterium National Championship, Auckland (also Takapuna Grand
Prix)
18th December: Rice Mountain Classic, Wairarapa http://www.pnp.org.nz/road/Rice-Mountain-Classic/
7th -9th January: 2011 RaboDirect Elite Road National Championship, Christchurch
14th – 16th January: EMC2 Hub Tour Contact Race Director Wally Woods for more information wally.woods@xtra.co.nz
23rd January: BR Turfrey Plumbers Tour de Beautiful CHB – Online entry form available here http://www.cyclingchb.co.nz/events/79-roger
29th - 30th January. Martinborough 2 day Tour
12th -13th February: Morrinsville Womens Tour 2011
13th -19th February 2011: Lion Foundation Wellington to Auckland Cycle Challenge.
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