Post date: Jan 06, 2012 12:38:34 AM
Timely Reminders:
Committee Meeting tonight at the Weston Club at 8:00pm.
Race Director still required for Old Federal Hwy Hcp on 15 October.
Racing This Week:
Tuesday, 4 October - Stromlo Criteriums (Week 1) from 5:45pm
Where: Stromlo Forest Park Circuit.
When (approximate start and race times): G at 5:45 for 15min; A&B at 6:00 for 35min; C&D at 6:40 for 30min; E&F at 7:10 for 25min.
Race Director: Sue Powell
Contact: sue.powell@anu.edu.au, (mob) 0427 609 364
Help Needed: Sue will need at least one volunteer to assist her.
Thursday, 6 October 6:00pm - Queanbeyan Track Racing
The track racing season will kick off with a practice session on Thursday 6 October at the Queanbeyan track. There will be no racing. All interested riders are invited - particularly new riders and track novices. It is a great opportunity to give track a try!
Note:
+ Queanbeyan track is located in the park in Central Queanbeyan (behind the police station);
+ Track & road bikes acceptable;
+ New riders can get practical advice on gearing, bunch riding & track etiquette;
+ Interested riders can try out a track bike;
+ Experienced riders can tune up the machinery & motor;
+ All riders can express their preference for events & races;
+ The practice session will be around 1hr 30 mins;
+ There is no formal structure to the practice. You can do your own thing.
+ We hope all riders will later adjourn to the Rendevous Cafe to discuss the coming track season.
A few basics on track etiquette for the practice session:
+ If you are cruising around the track, ride high (next to the rail);
+ Tempo riders use the centre of the track;
+ Use the inner track if you are circulating fast or sprinting;
+ Hold your line - don't make any sudden changes of speed or position;
+ Be very careful if you are crossing or moving on / off the track;
+ Start from the fence and be aware of riders approaching;
+ Be careful braking on road bikes. Remember the track bike on your arse has no brakes!
Regular track racing will start on Thursday 13 October.
Track News: http://www.actvets.cc/track and a news page http://www.actvets.cc/track/tracknews
There is a mailing list for track riders. If you would like to be added to this list please reply to track@actvets.cc
Saturday, 8 October - Stromlo Time Trial
Where: Stomlo Forest Park.
When: Sign on by 1:15 pm. Start in order of signing on from 1:30pm.
Race Distance: Out and back on SFP-Urirarra Road course = 20km.
Race Director: John Thorn
Contact: jpthorn@gmail.com, (02) 6226 8023
Help Needed: John will require at least 2 turn marshals and two others to assist at the start and finish. Please contact him early this week to offer assistance.
Directing Next Month?: Please Confirm
Please check the list below and notify Graham (webmaster@actvets.cc) if you are unable to meet your obligations or provide a substitute director in your absence.
Sue Powell (Stromlo Crits – Tues 4 October).
John Thorn (Stromlo Time Trial - Sat 8 October)
John McGlynn ( Stromlo Crits - Tues 11 October)
*Director Required (Old Federal Hwy Hcp – Sat 15 October).
Christophe Barberet (Stromlo Crits - Tues 18 October)
Jan Koehler (Lookout Hill Time Trial – Sat 22 October).