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Written by Tim Lloyd

Created: 04 June 2020

Full Speed Ahead

A huge sigh of relief that we are new seeing the light at the end of the tunnel with Covid-19. We will all have our memories, good and bad, of the enforced time away from work, riding, life in general.
What we have seen is many people and families picking up their bikes and getting active again. Cycling, as we know, is many different things to many people. Over the lockdown period the cycle ways were significantly busier than normal, and that is a big plus across all spectrums.
Thanks to the BM board and local councils we were able to ease into competitive cycling under level 2 with ITT’s and a Hill Climb. Entering and payment online, allocated permanent race numbers, written briefings with the start list when published have been the corner stone of efficient race start processes.

Our Webscorer System is now in full swing and we will continue taking registrations this way. The closing time of entering will more than likely be pulled back to Friday afternoon to allow more time to produce start lists etc.
We are gathering a group of enthusiastic volunteers to be timing teams, and we are always looking for marshals to undertake start line duties and corner marshals on course.
If you are heading out to race and there is a family member who is able to assist please message Keryn or Tim.

Our three Sunday events so far under Level 2 have been Kairanga 12km ITT with 46 riders entering. The following weekend 50 riders tackled Forest Road Hill climb. Last weekend 61 riders rocked up to Rongotea for an 17.5km ITT and a 2up.
The 2up is an event that hasn’t been run for many years, and we just thought we would see how our members responded to it…and it was a hit. Time trialing is one of the keys to road racing. You have to have the skill to be able break away, or to chase down a group.
Obviously if there’s two of you it makes life easier, and teaches you the ability to dig deep. We will certainly be running a 2up again in our TT events.

With the first of our Road Racing allowed to take place this weekend we head to the Taonui loop course (A1 Loops) on Sunday. This is graded and multi lap Flat track. It’s a course that our riders love and is extremely popular. Pre Register Here
After 4 weeks in a row, we have a week off then head to Akers Road on Sunday 21^st . Once again a favourite across all abilities and run as a graded event. Akers Road Pre register here
We have another week off then, with the support of other WCNI centre clubs, BM will host the WCNI ITT champs at Rongotea on Saturday afternoon July 4^th. This will also double up as the Bike Manawatu ITT championship which was postponed in March due to Covid-19.
Just because we can, there will also be a 2up section in the afternoon following on from the success late last month.
The day after, Sunday 5^th July, BM will host the WCNI Road Race championship. This will be race around the Halcombe/Mangaone area with details to come.
Historically area champs have been Age Group based and with the CNZ Age Group Road Nationals almost certainly going ahead 2 weeks after this event it’s a perfect build up.

Lots of details to be finalised, but in the meantime….mark your calendars and get on your bikes.

See you Sunday…remember to pre-register

Thank you to all of our Bike Manawatu Sponsors, Grant Funders and Volunteers – We appreciate you all
Together Everyone Achieves More

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Written by Vaughan Hunt

Created: 29 May 2020

Great news… Under Level 2 with groups of up to 100 allowed, normal bunch riding can resume.

The first official ride will be on Sunday the 7th June 

We still need to:

1. Continue taking the intent of Government restrictions seriously and act accordingly
2. Maintain 1M social distancing before and after your ride
3. Please be considerate.  No spitting or “snot rockets” in the bunch please
4. Please do not attend our event if you are unwell
5. Please help us keep the bunch sizes down

We might trial taking a photo of the bunches before you leave so that in the unlikely event of needing to contact trace, we know who was in each bunch.

Hope to see you all out there soon

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Written by Bike Manawatu

Created: 01 June 2020

A1 Loops – Taonui Airport Course – Sunday 7^th June – 9am Start

9am Start
All riders MUST Pre Register Here before 8am 06/06/2020 no late entries will be allowed.
All volunteers & spectators must fill in this form to allow for contact tracing. – Click Here

Start & Meet at Jct Aorangi & Durie Road

Registration 8.15am at HQ – Bike Manawatu Timing Van - Durie & Aorangi Junction
Race briefing 8:45am - all riders must attend
First grade off at 9am

Grades start from the Aorangi & Durie junction.

$5 members / $10 non-members – No cash please pay online Bike Manawatu ANZ 01-0745-0284925-00 please use your name, race number & race name as reference
Free Entry for all MSC - School riders 

Please do not attend our event if you are unwell

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS EVENT

• The overarching policy is that all Government and MOH regulations apply. Under the new Level 2 guidelines we are able to run this event on the basis that we stay below the requirement of under 100 pers and the systems set out below are followed. If they are not, we will be forced to reconsider running future events. Everybody needs to take responsibility and consider their actions.

ARRIVAL

• All parking is to be well off the road – please respect the local residence and their nature strips I.e please don’t park on the soggy verge
• Please proceed to registration

START LIST & NUMBERS

• As we have been trailing for some time the number allocated for this event will be your permanent number for all future BM events. We are redistributing new fabric numbers to all members.
• Non members will be given a number however if you are not planning to continue to attend club events please return your bib number at the completion of the race or you may be invoiced for a replacement.
• Please look after your race numbers and bring it to ALL club events, we do not have spares for you if you forget it on the day.
• If you have not received your number yet we will have it ready for you at registration.

Read more: A1 Loops – Taonui Airport Course – Sunday 7th June – 9am Start

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Written by Bike Manawatu

Created: 25 May 2020

Rongotea – ITT – 2Up – 31 May 2020

INSTRUCTIONS FOR THIS EVENT
The overarching policy is that all Government and MOH regulations apply. We are able to run this event on the basis that social distancing is achievable if the systems set out below are followed. If they are not, we will be forced to reconsider running future events. Everybody needs to take responsibility and consider their actions.

ARRIVAL

• All parking is to be well off the road – please respect the Rongotea residence and their nature strips I.e please don’t park on the soggy verge

START LIST & NUMBERS

• If you are reading this, you will have seen the start list which provides your start time and your rider number. As we have been trailing for some time the number allocated for this event will be your permanent number for all future BM events. We are redistributing new fabric numbers to all members.
• Non members will be allocated a reinforced paper number. Again please keep this and bring it along to other BM events that you attend
• Please look after your race numbers and bring it to ALL club events.

REGISTRATION

• Registration will be just before the start line at a table. There will be a marshal / volunteer to assist and direct standing within the 2-meter rule
• Please use the hand sanitiser provided before registering
• There is no entry fee for junior/schools riders.
• If you have not paid online, please deposit your entry fee into the honesty box - correct change only and note the amount paid on the start sheet. $5 members, $10 non members.
• If you have a loyalty card these will be at registration for you to click. Likewise, please note that you have used your loyalty card on the start sheet
• Please avoid ques at the registration desk.
• Let early riders register ahead of later starters while practising social distancing.
• Ensure you give yourself plenty of time to register, pin your number and either go straight to the start area.
• Numbers are to be placed on the left hand side, rear quarter of your race top.
• Please read all notices at the registration desk, a repeat of the rider briefing and safety notes set out below

START/ FINISH & SPECTATORS

• There will be a start clock at the start line.
• There will be a holder wearing PPE gear.
• Riders will start at 1 min intervals.
• If numbers at the car park do become congested with people packing up, remember to social distance and if needs be go for a warm down and return once numbers have reduced.
• Spectators please only attend the event if required to support a rider ie to drive your child. We encourage riders to be as self-reliant as possible and to ride to and from the event, but please keep group numbers small. We suggest 5-6 max.
• All spectators/supporters MUST complete a contract tracing form. If you have not completed this online, please complete the paper copy at registration. It can be completed on line here https://forms.gle/jBGCAcP1ymjgNsiR8

RIDER BRIEFING

• The course is a 16km Time Trial Course.
• Please meet at the Rongotea Square
• The event starts on corner of Severn & Mercey Streets, ride out Banks Rd, left onto Kaimatarua Rd, turn right down Sansons Rd then onto Main Drain Road, turn around cone, head back to Finish in Mercey Street, Rongotea.
• This is an individual (and 2up) time trial. Please do not draft if you are not riding with your team member. Overtaking riders please ensure slower rider know you are coming. Please give each other plenty of room while staying left at all times
• Individual Riders will go off first, then we will have a 5 minute break before teams set off.
• Please remember to respect the locals living on this road.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Roads are open and all normal road rules apply
• Marshals are provided for direction only
• Riders must give way at all junctions as required.

Course Specific Notes:

• Obey the priority on the 1 way bridge and be prepared to give way to oncoming traffic
• Do not cross the centre line unless safe to do so.
• We are on narrow quite roads when often there is no white line. Stay left
• Riders should not exceed 2 abreast
• Beware of tankers and agricultural machinery
• Be courteous to other road users
• The days are shortening so we RECOMMEND the use of a rear light.

Additional Notes:

• Please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. if you wish to ride as a team after you have both pre registered - this will allow us to give you the same start time)
• Public toilets just past the centre of Rongotea township
• We would like to try use our timing system as well as manual timed.
• Each rider will be issued with a Transponder:
  Your transponder holder should be 4 fingers under the rim (remember to take the sticky tape off the holder and don't put the cable ties through the spokes)
  Left hand side of the fork - shiny side facing out 
  Once your finished use some snips and take the length off the cable ties – we will have some at the start line for you.
  Please make sure your transponder is handed at the completion of your ride.

Please click here to view the start list online 

Please click here to register