Monday, March 22, 2010

Development Camp Juniors Taranaki June 2010

Development camp opportunities (Tour of Taranaki is NOT for U15 riders)
Expressions of interest are sought from U17, U19, Boys and Girls and U23 Women who wish to be considered to attend the Queens Birthday camp to be held in Taranaki and participate in PowerCo Tour of Taranaki.
The camp runs from Friday evening 4th June to Monday 7th of June.
The camp is primarily for the squads that will travel to Canberra to participate in the Junior and Women’s tour in early July. The riders for these squads will be automatically selected. These squads will be announced shortly after the conclusion of the National Road champs in May.
The coaching will be lead by the experienced team of BikeNZ development coaches: U19 Men Ken Bewley , U19 Women Lynn Murphy, U17 Boys Robbie Risdon, U17 Girls Katri Lake, U23 Women to be confirmed, and Jono Hailstone.
The opportunity also exists for coaches who wish to be considered to assist with the teams during the Taranaki tour.
The tour is a demanding 5 stage, 3 day tour that has proven an ideal environment for the development squads to learn tour racing in a team environment. Please note that the invited riders will be expected to work as part of a team rather than individual riding.
The camp is based at St Mary’s Boarding school in Stratford, this is central for all the racing. The school provides excellent accommodation and 3 meals a day for total cost $200.00 per rider.
Travel to and from Stratford is the riders responsibility.
If interested in being considered for this camp, please send a brief outline of your racing experience, notable results and your future cycling objectives. Be sure to include your contact details, age, and your cycling club.
Applications are to be sent to David Osten - dosten@xtra.co.nz and cc’d to sarahvb@bikenz.org.nz by 23rd April
Please note that invitations will only be issued to selected riders at the discretion of the selectors and coaches. The selection criteria will be based on results, potential and the ability to work in a team environment. Depending on the main squad selections, it is possible no invitations will be issued for any extra participants from any or all grades. As this is by invitation no correspondence with unsuccessful applications will be entered into with once the invitations are issued.
The usual selection criteria will apply for the development squads.

Invitation to U23 Women Riders

For the Canberra Tour in July 2010

As part of the increasing commitment by BikeNZ Road and Track (BRT) to provide a development path for riders, it is planned to include an Under23 Women’s team in the squad that goes to the Canberra Tour in early July. This fits with the Cycling Australia move to improve women’s racing and include teams racing in the Canberra tour.

The team will travel with the development squads to Canberra. Accommodation has been arranged at the AIS, which provides excellent accommodation and meals. All transport will be coordinated through BikeNZ to ensure best value.
This trip is self funded and is currently expected to cost approx $2,600. Cost savings are being investigated

As part of the development of these teams we would also expect the riders to take part in the Queens Birthday tour of Taranaki. This tour has been used by the development squads as a pre Canberra camp, during which team riding is developed in a challenging event with excellent racing. Accommodation is arranged for the squad at St Mary’s boarding school which provides quality accommodation and meals at a very affordable price. The cost for the accommodation in Stratford is $200 for the 3 night’s bed and all meals.

A coach will be appointed shortly who will coordinate the team and work to develop a strong team racing structure, the desire to race as part of a team is a basic requirement for selection to the team.

BRT invites U23 women who are interested in being part of the team to race in Canberra and ride the Tour of Taranaki to submit their names for consideration. To be considered, please send a brief outline of your racing experience, notable results and your future cycling objectives. Be sure to include your contact details, age, and your cycling club.

Applications should to be sent to David Osten dosten@xtra.co.nz and cc’d so Sarah van Boheemen sarahvb@bikenz.org.nz by April 23rd.

Please note that invitations will only be issued to selected riders at the discretion of the selectors and coaches. The selection criteria will be around results, potential and the ability to work in a team environment. As this is by invitation no correspondence with unsuccessful applicants will be entered into once the invitations are issued.

Friday, March 19, 2010

Nuie Cycle Trip

Can you help Leo?

My wife and I are planning a trip to New Zealand in January and February 2011 and will be staying for a month somewhere around Napier (I am looking for a house to rent if you have any info on that subject). I am bringing my road bike and am interested in riding in the area. Can you provide road maps for good rides, and can i join in some of your group rides. Thanks.
Leo McCuaig Please email Leo on Leo : leo.mccuaig@gmail.com

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Ramblers Vets have success at 40km TT

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.

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

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

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.

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

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+

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.

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.

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 ~

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