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Karapiro Flyer 2019
Bike Manawatu members have been out and about competing in events all summer long - and last weekend saw a some of our members head up to the Karapiro Flyer. This is the ‘rebranded Rotorua to Taupō Flyer, and was held in Karapiro for the first time. The course was a scenic and somewhat challenging one, with a very fast first half, and the majority of the 1000m or so of climbing in the second half. We were spoilt with a stunning sunny day and some amazing views.
Jake Jackson-Grammar, formerly of Palmerston North (now living in Hamilton) was first In the 19-34 age group in a time of 2hrs 37 mins 17 seconds. Elton Mayo finished in a time of 2hrs 45mins 48 seconds, while Enduro cyclist Darren Murdie proved he’s not just great at long distances. but he is also pretty handy at shorter distances (for him), and had a great race finishing in 2hrs 45mins 52 seconds. Steve Nagy and Michelle Turner were agonsingly close to breaking the 3 hours mark, finishing in times of 3hrs and 8 seconds and 3 hrs and 58 seconds respectively. Rob Ryan and Ian Prouting were also very close to the 3 hour mark finishing in 3hrs 2mins and 32 seconds and 3hrs 4mins 10 secs. Dennis Chatfeild was our next finisher in 3hrs 19mins and 23secs closely followed by Mike Dunne in 3hrs 19mins 59 seconds, with Carol Webb 3hrs 21mins 21 seconds Fraser Kitt 3hrs 27mins 20 seconds rounding out the results for Bike Manawatu. But the result that we’d love to celebrate the most is Wayne Fage - Wayne finished in 3hrs 5mins 38 seconds giving him 2nd place in the e-bike category.
The reason we are so incredibly proud of Wayne's result is that at last years Flyer (April 14), Wayne crashed early on in the race breaking his collarbone, and in addition to this, he suffered a medical event which complicated and extended his recovery and rehabilitation and required him to remain in hospital until Queen’s Birthday last year.
While he was in hospital, Wayne was determined to make as full a recovery as he could, and put his all in to each and every physiotherapy session, and took advantage of every opportunity he was given.
3 months to the day of the 2018 Flyer, on July 14 last year, he was back out on his bike on the velodrome, and since then he has made a steady return to cycling. In September last year Wayne decided to buy an e-bike, so that he would still be able to enjoy long rides with his cycling friends, but he would have assistance if he needed it. Those of us that have ridden with Wayne on his e-bike will know that quite often he doesn’t even have the power turned on, or if he does, it’s on the minimum setting .
Wayne’s e-bike has meant that he can return to something he loves and he has had many great rides on it, even taking part in the 1001km Ride to the Top South Island trip in February.
Wayne is a much loved member of our cycling community, and is known for being down to earth and always encouraging others - well done Wayne, what a great way to mark 12 months
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Up & Coming Events for week ending 12th April 2019
Sun 14 April
WCNI Interclub -Taranaki -14/04/18 (incorporating WCNI Crit & RR Champs) *Please ensure online entries are in by 6pm Friday –On the day registrations are still welcome.
BikeManawatu Sunday Recreational Ride
Wed 17 April
Wednesday Recreational Ride
Sun 21 April
BikeManawatu Sunday Recreational Ride
Wed 24 April
Wednesday Recreational Ride
Fri 26 April
Vantage Age Group Road National Championships - Timaru
Sat 27 April
Vantage Age Group Road National Championships - Timaru
Sun 28 April
Vantage Age Group Road National Championships - Timaru
BikeManawatu Sunday Recreational Ride
Wed 1 May
Wednesday Recreational Ride
Sun 5 May
Mountain Race - Taranaki
BikeManawatu Sunday Recreational Ride
Wed 8 May
Wednesday Recreational Ride
Sat 11th May
Bike Manawatu Road & Track Prize Giving & AGM
Sun 12th May
Wanganui WCNI Interclub RR
BikeManawatu Sunday Recreational Ride
Wed 15th May
Wednesday Recreational Ride
Sat 18th May
Marist Sports Club Mid Year Social
Sun 19th May
Manfeild 6 Hour Cycle Challenge – Entries are open and online
We also have other club key dates
Sun 9 June – Levin WCNI Interclub TT & Crit
Sat 29 June – WCNI Interclub Road Race hosted by Bike Manawatu – Halcombe Circuit
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Sport Manawatu Coach Development Conference
Sport Manawatu is proud to host a Coach Development conference on 5th May 2019.
The theme is centred around ‘local people supporting local coaches’.
Our facilitators are all from the Manawatu region and have excelled in their field, they will look at topics such as: how we communicate; male vs female coaching; good sports and TGfU (Teaching games for understanding). This mini conference is for all coaches from grassroots and club level.
The conference will provide you the opportunity to collaborate, learn and listen, to give you the best knowledge and understanding to keep your athletics engaged.
Register online https://www.sportmanawatu.org.nz/event/coach-development-conference/
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BondFitness
Josh is a trainer and runs ‘BondFitness” out of the Massey University Sport and Recreation Centre and is offering a cycling specific programme for our athletes.
Josh has seen some great success and says cyclists, regardless of age and ability could benefit from such a program, so hes put together a package deal for those who are interested.
Primary benefits include:
Increased muscle strength
Improved muscle endurance
Improved core stabilization and endurance
Improved Neuromuscular (Mind-Muscle) connection.
If you are interested, please contact Josh directly.
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Cycling New Zealand are counting down the days to the 2019 Vantage Age Group Road National Championships in Timaru! There's now just ONE WEEK left to get your entry in!
We know you've been training the house down over the last few months so don't trip at the last hurdle by forgetting to enter! The final date to enter is 15 April 2019.
Hit the live entries link below to double check you've entered the races you want to compete in, and while you're there, refresh your memory on the course maps too!
Bike Manawatu are still looking for a team manager.
If you are interested in being our Bike Manawatu team manager please let us know asap.
Team Managers will be required to sign on and collect numbers / transponders from the Team Managers meeting on the Thursday 25th April at 5pm at St Joseph’s School in Pleasant Point