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The Tinwald Cycling Club offers a number of weekly events to cater to all grades and levels of cyclists. All cyclists whether seasoned veterans or new to the sport are warmly welcome. SUNDAYTINWALD CYCLING CLUB PROGRAMME RACES Venue Refer programme An exciting program has been prepared for the 2024/2025 season, with courses changing from week to week along with varying distances. With a number of different grades integrated into the program it enables a wide range of riders to participate in this growing and exhilarating sport at a level you find comfortable. The club has introduced a Division 2 grade into the program, raced over the shorter course used by the juniors, so a great opportunity for one and all to get involved, of course those wishing to ride in the open senior grade will again be warmly welcomed. All new and old cyclists are most welcome, bring along a friend and find out why cycling is taking off. WEDNESDAY EVENINGMID CANTERBURY SOCIAL WHEELERS (SUMMER ) Venue Fords Road, Tinwald Start Time Reg. 6.00pm - 6.15pm Start 6.30pm Cost $10.00 social sub plus $4.00 entry fee A great opportunity for those new to the sport to introduce themselves to road riding at a comfortable level and learn the fundamentals of bunch riding etc in a relaxed and enjoyable environment. The numbers of those competing have grown dramatically over the past years, its great to see new faces enjoying the fresh air and extending themselves, so come on down and see what it is all about. FRIDAY EVENINGTRACK RACING Venue Tinwald Velodrome - Clubrooms, Maronan Road, Tinwald Start Time Reg. 5.50pm Start 6.00pm A chance for all the youngsters to make their bikes go fast in a controlled and fun location. The wizz wheeler grades (any age) have a great following, all you need is a bike and a smile. It is also a great chance to see the junior (under 17) up and coming stars of the club hone their skills on the track, as well as the open grade for those parents or adult riders seeking the thrill of track racing. The clubrooms are open afterwards for refreshments and a chat. A great way to start the weekend. SATURDAYMID-CANTERBURY SOCIAL WHEELERS (WINTER) Venue Fords Road, Tinwald Start time Reg. 1.00pm - 1.20pm Start 1.30pm Mid Canterbury Social Wheelers cater for both a summer and winter ride. Another great opportunity to get out and feel the breeze in your face, riding with friends and feeling fitter in the process. A wide spread of ages and ability enables all cyclists to be catered for. The ride is finished off with an afternoon tea at the clubrooms. UNDER 17 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMEIn the summer months, track development takes place on Monday and Tuesday evenings on the velodrome, with a great variety of training sessions, a lot of which are motor paced accompanied with fun relays etc. Parents and open grade riders are also welcome to take advantage of this facility and sessions. Session usually start 5.50pm. - Session times and dates to be confirmed A winter road development programme also runs on Sundays. CYCLING ACADEMY TRAINING ROOMSThe Club have two rooms at the Tinwald Family Sport and Recreation clubrooms set up with cycling ergs and wind trainers. The club is very fortunate to have the support of Hayden Roulston and senior riders who are passing on advice and knowledge by way of preparing training programmes, also overseeing some of the clubs potential stars of the future. The equipment is available to any Club member wishing to have some off road sessions. Contact Neil Wylie, 308 1682 for more information
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