Australia Day Criterium

B grade blog.

Emma welcome to spokes and thank you to Reggie for encouraging her around our crit. course.  Emma should be very proud not to have been lapped by the teeth gnashing competition today. 
Much of the race was led by Rhonda, Kylee, Jean and to begin with Mitchell our youngest junior. But the competition was fierce and the umbilical cord was truly severed when Mum, Kylee left her son behind and didn't look back.  Undeterred Mitchell still put in a gallant effort finishing fourth.  First, second and third: Rhonda Bradley, Kylee Crabb and Jean Thompson respectively.

A Grade Blog.

A great turn out and everyone completed the race. 
Someone had to be the first to be lapped and that honorary position went to one of our new members, Simon.  There were many that followed Simon's example, but to save me writing a 'lapped list', refer to the results which will give you a very rough idea of when lapping occurred the first time round.  There was a lot of lapping.
Andre was sighted out the front for most of the race.  A bit of swapping places went on between Jonty, Sybrend and Peter.  This is Sybrend's first race with us, talent to be watched, welcome to Spokes.  Jonty had not only youth on his side but also the psychological advantage of fluorescent pink socks...Who is coaching him?  I do think they would have looked even more spectacular with Reg's racing sandals... but I am a pom.  I can feel a dress up ride coming on....
Sorry I digress, back to the race. First to fourth: Andre Eastough, Jonty Calder, Sybrend Gillie and Peter Johnson.  I heard it said that Peter's age added up to the total of the other three riders, a fine example of the heights you can reach with years of dedication.
 

Thanks everyone for joining us for a record Criterium turn out and special thanks to Dragonfly Media for taking the photo's.  Please bring a friend to the next Waggrakine circuit event on Sunday 10th February.

Hastey. 

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Results - Australia day Criterium

Waggrakine Partner Time Trial

“Bring a Friend” Pairs Time Trial

Perfect riding conditions greeted 32 riders who turned up to welcome in the start of the 2013 Spokes Cycle Club season.  There were 14 new riders who powered their way around the two lap 17.3km circuit in Waggrakine.  Most former riders brought along a partner to have a go at the ride.  The focus was on getting on your bike, having a go and seeing just how well you could ride.  Most riders were pleasantly surprised by their performance.  Kelly and Andre Eastough, Vicky Sheilds and Ros Ewings, Julie Wilton and Lara Brownly, Marissa Drummond with Reggie Richardson all made great time as the new riders were well supported by their partners.

The ride saw some “old timers” Tony Slater and Paul Wilson back on the road.  Paul Hearne made quick work of the circuit finishing in 28.04 minutes at 37.4kph.  Jon Tamm and Paul Matthews were 40 seconds behind at 36.5kph with Tim Glenister and new comer Hagan Keating 22 seconds behind them at 36kph.  Father and son rivalry was strong between Tim and Sam Glenister with Darryl pulling Sam around at 34.4kph. Mort Harslett and Max Nowrojee are a force to watch finishing at 35.7 kph.  Alex Godley was an excellent partner for Jonty Calder who took line honours on handicap.  Mark Hollander and Andrew Outhwaite pulled in several pairs over the circuit. Andrew Toovey led a trio with Paul Wilson and new comer Neal Robson making good time at 32.2kph.  Michael Reymond and Simon Fenby rode strongly at 31.4kph.  Julie Firth supported Adrian Carter and Jean Thompson and Rhonda Bradley made excellent time at 29.7kph.

There was a buzz at the finish line as riders checked their positions and either celebrated their performance or made fervent commitments to get on their bikes more often to improve their fitness.  The next time trial is on Sunday 10^th Feb with everyone encouraged to bring their partner back again.  If you can think of anyone who might enjoy the challenge of this circuit get them on their bikes to join in the fun.

Results - Waggrakine Partners TT

Waggrakine Partner Time Trial