Ramblers riders enjoyed success at the Wellington Veterans Cycling Club-hosted national vets 40km time trial at the weekend.
All three visitors from HB were competing in the Masters 5 section. Bruce Galloway won gold in a quick time of 58m25s. Gavin Scoble, competing in his first 40km TT, won bronze in 1:00:27, 13 seconds down on second placed Barry Gilliland of Palmerston North. Wally Woods was fifth in 1:03:43. Bruce's time was only bettered by three M1s and an M2 rider.
Conditions on Sunday's out and back course starting in Masterton were near ideal with a warm, sunny day and a light northwesterly breeze. The scenic course is undulating with a couple of sharper pinches. A false flat for about 4km up to the turn past Gladstone proved demanding for most, although it did give an all-too-short opportunity for a high speed exit from the turn. Brent Backhouse posted the fastest time overall with a 56 flat, meaning Andrew Townsend’s course record of 54 flat still stands.
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Wednesday, March 10, 2010
Monday, March 8, 2010
Day 3 Track Nationals D-Day for Kerry Harford
It was D day for Kerry Harford as he wasn’t only chasing the 3km Pursuit Gold medal but he also wanted to break the 3.37min National record. In the morning during qualifying the track environment was not ideal, due to the low air and track temperature. Harford easily qualified fastest scoring 3.40min, two seconds ahead of his nearest rival Peter Jenkins from the West Coast North Island centre.
In the evening all systems were go in the run off for the Gold medal, this piece of precious metal was in no danger of going west. But again the National record proved to be elusive, the time of 3.38min was not enough to break it. Still this medal will find a good place in Harford’s trophy cabinet, next to last year’s Silver one.
The 750mtr Derby was on the menu for the Under 15 Boys, with Regan Gough devouring the competition in the qualifying heat and in the semi. The final became a midnight snack, as it was run at 10.20pm that night. Strong riding and good positioning, both trade-marks of the young Gough, helped him to secure a Silver behind Michael Culling.
Ivar Hopman
In the evening all systems were go in the run off for the Gold medal, this piece of precious metal was in no danger of going west. But again the National record proved to be elusive, the time of 3.38min was not enough to break it. Still this medal will find a good place in Harford’s trophy cabinet, next to last year’s Silver one.
The 750mtr Derby was on the menu for the Under 15 Boys, with Regan Gough devouring the competition in the qualifying heat and in the semi. The final became a midnight snack, as it was run at 10.20pm that night. Strong riding and good positioning, both trade-marks of the young Gough, helped him to secure a Silver behind Michael Culling.
Ivar Hopman
Day 2 Track Nationals Silver for Regan Gough
Within a blink of an eye Kerry Harford lost his winning position in the Masters Men Points Race and only with his daft skills avoiding a disaster, as his back tyre exploded. Because all this happened with less than a kilometre to go the rules prevented Harford from re-entering the race, all the hard work vanished as he scored a “Did Not Finish”.
The second day of the Track Championship still had a silver lining when the young Regan Gough firstly managed to easily advance to Under15 Boys Points Race Finals. In his qualifying heat Gough rode a smart race, accumulating points in all the sprints giving him the luxury to ease off in the last one.
With all the young guns in the final the sparks started to fly, with Reon Sheath temporarily hitting the deck in a close tussle for position. After a quick check-over he was able to resume the race and chase points again. Michael Culling, a Southland local, dominated most of the sprints, but was pushed all the way by Regan Gough.
Due to his high top end speed the East Coast North Island rider managed to out-fox the field on a few occasions to sneak away and gathered enough points to secure a solid Silver medal.
Ivar Hopman
The second day of the Track Championship still had a silver lining when the young Regan Gough firstly managed to easily advance to Under15 Boys Points Race Finals. In his qualifying heat Gough rode a smart race, accumulating points in all the sprints giving him the luxury to ease off in the last one.
With all the young guns in the final the sparks started to fly, with Reon Sheath temporarily hitting the deck in a close tussle for position. After a quick check-over he was able to resume the race and chase points again. Michael Culling, a Southland local, dominated most of the sprints, but was pushed all the way by Regan Gough.
Due to his high top end speed the East Coast North Island rider managed to out-fox the field on a few occasions to sneak away and gathered enough points to secure a solid Silver medal.
Ivar Hopman
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Day One NZ Track Nationals
With the first day behind us the ECNI medal tally at the NZ Track Nats is already looking healthy as Kerry Harford once again won the Masters Men 2 Scratch title. The tight bunch jostled for position during the whole race, as everybody marked Harford. Except a few attemps from some local riders it was peleton complete with two laps to go. In a strategical move that wouldn't put old Patton to shame, Harford was at the sharp end of the action when it counted and dominated the last lap like a true General.
It was deja vu for Regan Gough in the Under 15 Boys 500mtr TT, like last year he finished fourth again, just missing a medal by a mere 2/100th of a second. But he will be a strong contender for all his other mass start events.
Cousin Fraser Gough better his Personal Best in the Under 19 IP by more than 2 seconds, but this was not enough to qualify for a medal run off, as he finished fifth in qualifying.
As this meet goes on experience has shown that the track-less East Coasters will find their legs the more they ply the siberian larch oval. We'll keep you posted.
Ivar Hopman
Team Coach Ltd.
It was deja vu for Regan Gough in the Under 15 Boys 500mtr TT, like last year he finished fourth again, just missing a medal by a mere 2/100th of a second. But he will be a strong contender for all his other mass start events.
Cousin Fraser Gough better his Personal Best in the Under 19 IP by more than 2 seconds, but this was not enough to qualify for a medal run off, as he finished fifth in qualifying.
As this meet goes on experience has shown that the track-less East Coasters will find their legs the more they ply the siberian larch oval. We'll keep you posted.
Ivar Hopman
Team Coach Ltd.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Aussie Masters Track & Road Champs
Cycling Australia has issued an invitation to all New Zealand masters riders to compete in the 2010 Australian Masters Track and Road Championships. You will need to have an international licence in order to compete in these events.
Details of the event can be found here:
http://www.cycling.org.au/default.asp?MenuID=Membership/20013/0/,Masters/20162/7916
Please direct any queries to Rob Ingall – rob.ingall@cycling.org.au
It is a fantastic opportunity for a holiday, some good racing and your chance to show the Aussies what we are made of!
Sarah van Boheemen
Acting BikeNZ Road and Track Relationship Manager
Details of the event can be found here:
http://www.cycling.org.au/default.asp?MenuID=Membership/20013/0/,Masters/20162/7916
Please direct any queries to Rob Ingall – rob.ingall@cycling.org.au
It is a fantastic opportunity for a holiday, some good racing and your chance to show the Aussies what we are made of!
Sarah van Boheemen
Acting BikeNZ Road and Track Relationship Manager
Monday, February 15, 2010
National Vet 40k TT Championships, SUNDAY 14 MARCH 2009
START TIME: Sunday March 14th, 11 AM. JOHNSTONE STREET, MASTERTON
REGISTRATION: 10 – 10.45 AM TE KURA KAUPAPA MAORI O WAIRARAPA,JOHNSTONE STREET
COURSE: OUT AND BACK TURNING 4KM PAST GLADSTONE SHOP
AFTERNOON TEA AND MEDAL PRESENTATION WILL BE HELD AT TE KURA KAUPAPA MAORI O WAIRARAPA, AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT.
NOTE: THE AGE GROUPS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 30 – 34 (Female only) 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 etc
You will be competing under the UCI age group rules. This means that you compete in the age group depending on your age this year – e. g. if you are 50 already, or if you turn 50 this year you will ride in the 50-54 age group.
For Information: Phone Mike Elliott (027) 245 4818
CLUB WEBSITE www.wvcc.org.nz
ENTRY FEE: $10 with entry by 12 March 2009
Absolutely no late entries will be accepted
Please complete entry form below and return with cheque to
WELLINGTON VETERAN’S CYCLING CLUB
24A Dennis Taylor Court
Paraparaumu
Wellington
5032
ENTRY FORM
Name___________________________________
Address_________________________________
________________________________________
Phone___________________________________
E-mail___________________________________
FEMALE / MALE
(circle one)
I certify that I am in good physical health
and agree that I am participating at my
own risk and will abide by the
organiser’s rules.
Signed _____________________ Date ________
Please circle your age group: A 35-39 B 40-44 C 45-49 D 50-54 E55-59 F 60-64 G 65-69 H 70-74 I 75+
REGISTRATION: 10 – 10.45 AM TE KURA KAUPAPA MAORI O WAIRARAPA,JOHNSTONE STREET
COURSE: OUT AND BACK TURNING 4KM PAST GLADSTONE SHOP
AFTERNOON TEA AND MEDAL PRESENTATION WILL BE HELD AT TE KURA KAUPAPA MAORI O WAIRARAPA, AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE EVENT.
NOTE: THE AGE GROUPS ARE AS FOLLOWS: 30 – 34 (Female only) 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 etc
You will be competing under the UCI age group rules. This means that you compete in the age group depending on your age this year – e. g. if you are 50 already, or if you turn 50 this year you will ride in the 50-54 age group.
For Information: Phone Mike Elliott (027) 245 4818
CLUB WEBSITE www.wvcc.org.nz
ENTRY FEE: $10 with entry by 12 March 2009
Absolutely no late entries will be accepted
Please complete entry form below and return with cheque to
WELLINGTON VETERAN’S CYCLING CLUB
24A Dennis Taylor Court
Paraparaumu
Wellington
5032
ENTRY FORM
Name___________________________________
Address_________________________________
________________________________________
Phone___________________________________
E-mail___________________________________
FEMALE / MALE
(circle one)
I certify that I am in good physical health
and agree that I am participating at my
own risk and will abide by the
organiser’s rules.
Signed _____________________ Date ________
Please circle your age group: A 35-39 B 40-44 C 45-49 D 50-54 E55-59 F 60-64 G 65-69 H 70-74 I 75+
Friday, February 5, 2010
Wanganui Track Cycling Program 31 Jan 2010
31 January 2010, Wanganui Track Cycling, Proposed Programme
Grade Event
1 U13 250m Sprint
2 U15 2000m Scratch
3 U17 2000m Scratch
4 B Grade 3000m Scratch
5 A Grade 4000m Scratch
6 Vets & Rec 500m TT
7 U13 1000m Scratch
8 U15 & U17 Miss & Out
9 Various Grades (dependant on numbers) Pursuits
10 B Grade Chariot Race Heats 250 Sprint
11 A Grade Chariot Race Heats 250 Sprint
12 Vets & Rec 1500m Scratch
13 U17 & Open Women Keirin
14 A Grade Keirin
15 U13 & U15 Handicap 2000m
16 Chariot Race Finals (if required)
17 Vets & Rec Mystery Distance
18 B Grade Handicap 15 Laps
19 A Grade Points Race 40 Laps
If time permits 200m Sprints will be run.
Grade Event
1 U13 250m Sprint
2 U15 2000m Scratch
3 U17 2000m Scratch
4 B Grade 3000m Scratch
5 A Grade 4000m Scratch
6 Vets & Rec 500m TT
7 U13 1000m Scratch
8 U15 & U17 Miss & Out
9 Various Grades (dependant on numbers) Pursuits
10 B Grade Chariot Race Heats 250 Sprint
11 A Grade Chariot Race Heats 250 Sprint
12 Vets & Rec 1500m Scratch
13 U17 & Open Women Keirin
14 A Grade Keirin
15 U13 & U15 Handicap 2000m
16 Chariot Race Finals (if required)
17 Vets & Rec Mystery Distance
18 B Grade Handicap 15 Laps
19 A Grade Points Race 40 Laps
If time permits 200m Sprints will be run.
Wednesday, February 3, 2010
Hospibikeride - Wellington 14th March 2010
www.hospibikeride.co.nz for entry details
TOP CYCLIST RETURNS FOR HOSPI BIKE RIDE
Wellington’s Hospital to Hospital Charity Bike Ride
Supporting Wellington Children’s Hospital
Wellington’s second annual HOSPI bike ride is back! Following great success with the inaugural HOSPI bike ride in 2009, this year’s bike ride will be held on Sunday 14th March.
New Zealand’s only women’s road cycling team are again starters for the ride.
Team member, Emma Crum, one of New Zealand’s best road cyclists, has returned from training in Europe to participate in the event again. “Last year was awesome; we thoroughly enjoyed it and feel we’re making a contribution to help children in Hospital. Count us in!” says Emma.
Wellington’s Hospital to Hospital charity bike ride, from Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua to Wellington Children’s Hospital in Newtown via Makara is held to raise funds for Sick Kids at Wellington Children’s Hospital.
The annual event is hosted by HOSPI, the official lion mascot for Wellington Hospitals and Health Foundation and will provide participants with a unique opportunity to ride the roads of Wellington in a fun bike ride that puts safety first.
Six weeks out from the Charity Bike Ride, entries are starting to arrive from would be participants throughout the greater Wellington Region. Participant numbers are expected to exceed 600 participants.
The entire ride is 50km with options to ride solo, in a 25km relay section or in a team of 6 riders.
Entry and route details are available on the event website www.hospibikeride.co.nz.
More than 23,000 sick kids visit Wellington Children’s Hospital every year and funds raised through the HOSPI bike ride will be used for the Hospital’s child-friendly redevelopment.
TOP CYCLIST RETURNS FOR HOSPI BIKE RIDE
Wellington’s Hospital to Hospital Charity Bike Ride
Supporting Wellington Children’s Hospital
Wellington’s second annual HOSPI bike ride is back! Following great success with the inaugural HOSPI bike ride in 2009, this year’s bike ride will be held on Sunday 14th March.
New Zealand’s only women’s road cycling team are again starters for the ride.
Team member, Emma Crum, one of New Zealand’s best road cyclists, has returned from training in Europe to participate in the event again. “Last year was awesome; we thoroughly enjoyed it and feel we’re making a contribution to help children in Hospital. Count us in!” says Emma.
Wellington’s Hospital to Hospital charity bike ride, from Kenepuru Hospital in Porirua to Wellington Children’s Hospital in Newtown via Makara is held to raise funds for Sick Kids at Wellington Children’s Hospital.
The annual event is hosted by HOSPI, the official lion mascot for Wellington Hospitals and Health Foundation and will provide participants with a unique opportunity to ride the roads of Wellington in a fun bike ride that puts safety first.
Six weeks out from the Charity Bike Ride, entries are starting to arrive from would be participants throughout the greater Wellington Region. Participant numbers are expected to exceed 600 participants.
The entire ride is 50km with options to ride solo, in a 25km relay section or in a team of 6 riders.
Entry and route details are available on the event website www.hospibikeride.co.nz.
More than 23,000 sick kids visit Wellington Children’s Hospital every year and funds raised through the HOSPI bike ride will be used for the Hospital’s child-friendly redevelopment.
Monday, February 1, 2010
River City Wheelrace Carnival Spectacular
RIVER CITY WHEELRACE
CARNIVAL SPECTACULAR
COOKS GARDENS VELODROME ~ WANGANUI
Sunday 21 February 2.00pm
~ GOOD PRIZE MONEY ~
EVENTS $500 TO WIN THE WHEELRACE
1 U15 10 LAP SCR
2 U17 10LAP SCR
3 OPEN 16 LAP POINTS RACE
4 OPEN WOMEN MISS & OUT
5 U15/U17 MISS & OUT
6 OPEN MENS SPRINT QUALIFYING
7 OPEN WOMEN/U17 SPRINT QUALIFYING
8 U15 4 LAP HANDICAP
9 62nd RIVER CITY WHEELRACE HEATS
1500Mtrs
10 U17 6 LAP HANDICAP
11 OPEN MEN SPRINT FINALS
12 OPEN WOMEN/U17 SPRINT FINALS
13 U15/U17 TEAM SPRINT
14 62nd RIVER CITY WHELRACE FINAL
15 OPEN WOMEN/U17 KEIRIN
16 OPEN MEN KEIRIN
17 B GRADE GRADED SCRATCH 15 LAP
18 A GRADE SCRATCH 25 LAP
Entries close 30 minutes prior to programme start
Entry Fee: Open $10 U15/U17 $6.00
An indication of your interest to enter would be appreciatied:
E-mail: ron.cheatley@cyclesportnz.co.nz Mobile: 0275 458 726
or noblet@xtra.co.nz Tina Noble
~ BBQ ~ BAR ~ CAFÉ OPEN ~
CARNIVAL SPECTACULAR
COOKS GARDENS VELODROME ~ WANGANUI
Sunday 21 February 2.00pm
~ GOOD PRIZE MONEY ~
EVENTS $500 TO WIN THE WHEELRACE
1 U15 10 LAP SCR
2 U17 10LAP SCR
3 OPEN 16 LAP POINTS RACE
4 OPEN WOMEN MISS & OUT
5 U15/U17 MISS & OUT
6 OPEN MENS SPRINT QUALIFYING
7 OPEN WOMEN/U17 SPRINT QUALIFYING
8 U15 4 LAP HANDICAP
9 62nd RIVER CITY WHEELRACE HEATS
1500Mtrs
10 U17 6 LAP HANDICAP
11 OPEN MEN SPRINT FINALS
12 OPEN WOMEN/U17 SPRINT FINALS
13 U15/U17 TEAM SPRINT
14 62nd RIVER CITY WHELRACE FINAL
15 OPEN WOMEN/U17 KEIRIN
16 OPEN MEN KEIRIN
17 B GRADE GRADED SCRATCH 15 LAP
18 A GRADE SCRATCH 25 LAP
Entries close 30 minutes prior to programme start
Entry Fee: Open $10 U15/U17 $6.00
An indication of your interest to enter would be appreciatied:
E-mail: ron.cheatley@cyclesportnz.co.nz Mobile: 0275 458 726
or noblet@xtra.co.nz Tina Noble
~ BBQ ~ BAR ~ CAFÉ OPEN ~
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Wanganui Track meet Sunday Jan 10th
Wanganui 'Attack the Track' all invited
When: Sunday, January 10
Time: 2pm start
Rego: 1pm onwards
Where:Wanganui Velodrome
Proposed program - Weather and attendance driven
a.. U13, U15, U17 Scratch Race 2km
b.. A Grade Scratch Race 3km
c.. B Grade Scratch Race 3km
d.. A Grade B Grade 200m TT
e.. U13, U15, U17 Miss & Out
f.. A Grade B Grade Teams Pursuit 4 Laps
g.. U13, U15, U17 Handicap 8 Laps
h.. A Grade B Grade Kieren
i.. B Grade Scratch Race 6km
j.. A Grade Scratch Race 10km
Reminder to all competitors - your 2010 licences are now due ASAP
When: Sunday, January 10
Time: 2pm start
Rego: 1pm onwards
Where:Wanganui Velodrome
Proposed program - Weather and attendance driven
a.. U13, U15, U17 Scratch Race 2km
b.. A Grade Scratch Race 3km
c.. B Grade Scratch Race 3km
d.. A Grade B Grade 200m TT
e.. U13, U15, U17 Miss & Out
f.. A Grade B Grade Teams Pursuit 4 Laps
g.. U13, U15, U17 Handicap 8 Laps
h.. A Grade B Grade Kieren
i.. B Grade Scratch Race 6km
j.. A Grade Scratch Race 10km
Reminder to all competitors - your 2010 licences are now due ASAP
Thursday, December 10, 2009
The Hub - EMC2 Bikes Cycle Tour 2010
Hi all riders, Entries are now OPEN for 2010 The Hub - EMC2 Bikes Cycle Tour.
Entry forms are now available on the Ramblers website. Please download the entry form and post with entry fee. All riders are encouraged to get their entries in early to avoid the late entry fee. Good luck with the training and enjoy Christmas!
Entry forms are now available on the Ramblers website. Please download the entry form and post with entry fee. All riders are encouraged to get their entries in early to avoid the late entry fee. Good luck with the training and enjoy Christmas!
WCNI Track Champs Jan 22-24 2010 Wanganui
Hi Ramblers
We would like to extend an open invitation for Ramblers & ECNI to join us for the WCNI Track Champs Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th January 2010 at the Wanganui Velodrome start time on Friday will be 6.00pm. More information on entries and program later.
Kind regards
Noeline Elden, Secretary, WCNI Cycling Centre
We would like to extend an open invitation for Ramblers & ECNI to join us for the WCNI Track Champs Friday 22nd, Saturday 23rd, Sunday 24th January 2010 at the Wanganui Velodrome start time on Friday will be 6.00pm. More information on entries and program later.
Kind regards
Noeline Elden, Secretary, WCNI Cycling Centre
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
London rider wanting local company for rides????
Hi there,
I am on old Hawkes Bay boy, now living over in London. I am back in the bay for a couple of weeks in early January. I am bringing my training bike and have mapped out some exciting rides.
I would have loved to come on one of your Sunday rides, but am not around on any Sunday when we are over. However, I am hoping to find some people who may want to ride with me on other days.
I am intermediate(?) cyclist, riding between 80-100kms on most rides and averaging between 27/30kph (London whether and laziness dependant). Can you put me in touch with anyone?
Thanks in advance,
Hayden Judd
haydenjudd@mac.com
www.haydenandhayley.com
I am on old Hawkes Bay boy, now living over in London. I am back in the bay for a couple of weeks in early January. I am bringing my training bike and have mapped out some exciting rides.
I would have loved to come on one of your Sunday rides, but am not around on any Sunday when we are over. However, I am hoping to find some people who may want to ride with me on other days.
I am intermediate(?) cyclist, riding between 80-100kms on most rides and averaging between 27/30kph (London whether and laziness dependant). Can you put me in touch with anyone?
Thanks in advance,
Hayden Judd
haydenjudd@mac.com
www.haydenandhayley.com
Friday, December 4, 2009
2010 Licences
The new 2010 licence forms are available to be downloaded from Ramblers Website. If you are competing at the Nationals in January you will need to get the forms completed and posted to Vicki at BikeHB, PO Box 7204, Taradale 4141 - before Friday 11th Dec. If after this date there is no guarantee it will be ready before then. Thanks.
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