Dutton Cycles Racing & Recreation Club Inc Club News

CQ: Notice 94

Elissa — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:04:39 GMT

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

Notice is hereby given that the 2012 Annual General Meeting of the Association will be held on Saturday 17th March 2012 at 2.00pm.

The meeting shall be held at:

The Viewing Room

The Arena

Cnr Tilley Rd and Old Cleveland Road

Chandler

BOARD VACANCIES

Interested Directors (2)

As required by Rule 26.2(b) of the Constitution, nominations for the position of Interested Directors must be:

(i) in writing;

(ii) on the prescribed form (if any) provided for that purpose;

(iii) signed by a Delegate of an Affiliated Club; and

(iv) certified by the nominee (who must be an Individual Member) expressing his or her willingness to accept the position for which he or she is nominated.

Nominations must be received by the Chief Executive Officer at least thirty (30) days prior to the Annual General Meeting and should be accompanied by a brief resume in support of the nomination.

NOTICES OF MOTION

Rule 18 of the Constitution governs the matters to be dealt with at the AGM. Rule 18.1(b) requires all notices of motion for inclusion as special business at the meeting to be submitted in writing (in the required form) to the Chief Executive Officer not less than thirty (30) days (excluding receiving date and meeting date) prior to the meeting.

All Clubs, as Members of the Association, are required to register any change in their registered delegates as required under Rule 15.2 of the Constitution a minimum of 48 hours before the meeting. In extenuating circumstances and with the approval of the Board the change in Delegate can be of a shorter period.

LIFE MEMBERSHIP NOMINATIONS

Clubs are reminded that any nominations for Life Membership are to be received by the Chief Executive Officer at least thirty (30) days before the date set down for the Annual General Meeting.

Proxy voting is permitted and governed by Rule 23.1(a) and (b).

Yours Sincerely,

Geoff Rynne

VELO Battle on the Border

Elissa — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 18:45:24 GMT

Entries are now open for the Battle with Early Bird Savings on till the end of February saving up to $50 p/p.

Details can be found below:

VELO Battle on the Border Homepage - http://www.qsmsports.com/extra.asp?id=254&OrgID=19

Tour De Tweed Program Info - http://qsmsports.com/extra.asp?ID=258

Tour De Tweed Maps - http://qsmsports.com/extra.asp?ID=346

Gran Fondo Social Ride Info - http://qsmsports.com/extra.asp?ID=268

Accommodation Options - http://qsmsports.com/extra.asp?ID=262

Enter Event - http://qsmsports.com/extra.asp?ID=257

LATEST UPDATES:

Champion Sys have come on board as the Battle’s official clothing supplier – so our Merchandise, Leaders and KOM Jerseys will be top of the line garments

VELO Bicycles are ready to service your bike to ensure it is in tip top condition before the big day

SIS have all the racing food you need to keep energies high and those legs peddling fast during the tour

Mantra on Salt can accommodate you and if you get in early enough might be able to secure a room that overlooks Stage 3 & 4

Destination Tweed can assist with keeping the family busy with everything to see and do in between all the cycling action

DCRRC's Moreton Bay Cup on Wheels

Elissa — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 21:55:38 GMT

Come along on Saturday 14 January 2012 for DCRRC's Moreton Bay Cup on Wheels at the Caboolture Velodrome from 2pm.

Access from Riverview Street or Morayfield Road Caboolture.

Line entries welcome.

CQ NOTICE 2012-001: Expressions of Interest - Masters Grading Handicapper

Elissa — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 20:20:47 GMT

Members are cordially invited to submit their Expression of Interest for the position of the Masters Grading Handicapper with Cycling Queensland.

Duties

i) For events promoted by the Association the handicapper shall receive a list of nominations from the Association and after grading and/or handicapping competitors, return the nominations to the Association as soon as possible.

ii) They shall be responsible for the categorisation of all competitors when required.

iii) When necessary, they may delegate all or part of their duties.

iv) They shall receive the results of club events or races from the club racing secretaries/handicappers and keep records of all open event or race results.

v) They shall, upon request, supply information to other persons responsible for grading and/or handicapping of other events.

vi) They should endeavor to attend open events conducted by the Association and where possible, attend other events under Association patronage. They may change gradings and/or handicaps if unforeseen circumstances prevail. They shall not change the handicap after the running of a heat and before the final of the handicap event.

Expressions of interest including name, contact details and a brief resume are to be forwarded to Cycling Queensland by email qld.info@cycling.org.au or by post to PO Box 4115, Gumdale, QLD, 4154 by COB Friday 3rd February 2012. Applications are encouraged from all regions of Queensland.

For further information please contact the CQ office on (07) 3390 1477.

Cycling Australia Membership for 2012

Elissa — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 20:15:49 GMT

MEMO TO ALL QUEENSLAND AFFILIATED CLUBS

ALL memberships are to be done through your Club or online with Cycling Australia (once up and running). Manual Membership forms were distributed to EVERY club last week. Once the system is up and running there will be a $5.00 fee for every Manual Membership (CA has waived this in the interim). Membership procedures can be found on pages 13 and 14 of the 2012 Club Manual. If your club has transfer forms to be signed off by Cycling Queensland, then you have the option of sending them here (with membership forms and cheques made payable to Cycling Australia) and we will forward on your behalf. Below is information available on the Cycling Australia website.

Membership Categories

Cycling Australia membership falls into three main categories:

§ Gold Race - For racing cyclists (categories by age from Juniors to Masters and everything in between).

§ Silver Ride - For recreational cyclists (Adult, Junior, Seniors & KIDZ).

§ Platinum - For coaches, officials and administrators working in cycling.

See the membership section of the Cycling Australia website to find out which category of membership is best for you.

New Members

To join online you will need to know:

§ What club you want to join

§ What membership category you want to purchase

Visit the membership section of the CA website for all the information you need.

Renewing Members

Before you renew your membership please visit the membership section on the Cycling Australia website to confirm you are eligible for the category of membership you want to purchase.

Online payment

Online payment can only be made using a credit/debit card (Mastercard or Visa only).

Important notes about entering your information in the system

§ Please note the first club listed is the name of the parent state so please do not choose it. e.g. State - Cycling ACT, Club - Do not choose Cycling ACT again.

§ When you enter phone numbers please use numerals only. Please put the area code in the first box and the number in the second box. Do not use any other characters. Brackets, symbols, punctuation marks and the like are not valid so please do not use (,#/+ etc. anywhere in the online form. For international numbers please insert 0011 as the international area code.

§ Dates should be entered in DD/MM/YYYY format.

§ Please enter only one email address per email text box and double check you are putting the correct address in as we will send your receipt and membership information to this email address.

§ Information relating to allergies and medical conditions will be available to national, state and club administrators. If you do not want this information to be seen but need to advise us of any condition relevant to your insurance cover please contact the Membership Team to discuss.

Coaches & Officials

Please be aware that a First Aid qualification is mandatory for all Cycling Australia accredited coaches at all levels, across all disciplines. Also a 'Working with Children' clearance may be required for your accreditation. Please contact Cycling Australia if you are unsure of whether you need a clearance.

UCI International Racing Licence

Cycling Australia members who want to race in International Cycling Union (UCI) class events in Australia or overseas must purchase an International Licence. An International Licence is only available to members who have a valid Gold Race licence with Cycling Australia. For licence costs, application forms and more details please visit the Cycling Australia website.

Changes to DCRRC Uniform Management

(Past member) — Sat, 28 May 2011 17:53:01 GMT

Dear Club Members,

Dutton Cycles shop is no longer responsible for managing club kit. All ordering, payment and distribution of club kit has been handed over to the Club Uniform Coordinator. Details on how to order will be posted on this site shortly. In the interim all inquiries and orders can be directed to the above author. If you would like to make a club uniform purchase please follow the link to my email address. Lastly, for those memebers who placed orders in April, your kit is ready and I will be in contact with you with payment instructions. Happy cycling to all.

uniform@duttoncycles.org.au

Feb 6th Supersports Day Postponed due to Floods

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 13:23:57 GMT

Dear Club / Community Representative

Thank you for your interest in the Super Sport Sign On Day initiatives scheduled for the 6 February 2011. Due to the enormous impact of the Queensland Floods on individuals, businesses and sporting facilities, the Department has decided to postpone this event. The postponement of this event will allow people to focus on assisting in the Community Recovery effort in affected communities including the cleanup and repair of sporting facilities. We apologise if this causes inconvenience to any of the agencies involved.

If your organisation has sustained flood or storm damage related to local events please contact our office on 5458 7100 for details of the Department's Sport and Recreation Disaster Recovery Program.

Regards

Stephen White
Regional Manager - Community Services, Sport and Recreation
Department of Communities North Coast Region

Anti-Doping Education

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 13:13:21 GMT

I have included a link to a story I have recently posted on the website re Education of Anti-Doping.
Would you kindly copy the story and have it posted to your website or furthermore communicated through all members, encouraging them to take some time to review.
http://www.qld.cycling.org.au/?page=40543&format=
http://www.asada.gov.au/

As part of our outstanding commitment to Zero Tolerance, I will continue to communicate this message bi-annually and is especially important for new members to be aware of.

Good luck to of those involved in the State Champs this week! Please encourage all to come along and check out the states best battle it out!

Many thanks,

__________________
Sam Symes
Business Development

PO Box 4115 Gumdale QLD 4154
P (07) 3390 1477
F (07) 3390 2852
M 0409 531 684
www.qld.cycling.org.au
Email: sam.symes@cycling.org.au

Junior Training Camp in December

Kelli Ponting — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 15:11:40 GMT

Our next NexGen Junior Development Camp is coming – 4 day super camp... all details below. Limited spots so get in early...

Junior Cycling Training Camp

14-17 December 2010

Details:

- must have a current Cycling Australia Racing License

- must be aged between 14-18 years of age

- must have a reasonable cycle fitness for group rides

- $170 per person (NexGen will subsidise $130 per child as cost of camp is $300)

Camp includes:

- Accommodation

- All meals

- Coaching support

- Watt Bike Testing

- Road Training

- Social Activities

- Presentations

Location:

Domain Resorts

Barclay Drive, Casuarina NSW 2487

Your accommodation is in the Mainwaring Apartments, Casuarina, where you will be supervised by Camp Leaders. All meals are provided and prepared in each apartment kitchen. The resort provides a gym for extra workouts, heated spa for recovery, pool for efforts and access to the surf beaches nearby.

Attending NexGen training camps are the aspiring cyclist`s first step in accessing the NexGen Junior Athlete Development Program. The camps provide an introduction to the program which aims to provide a pathway for talented / potentially talented cyclists with a balance of athleticism, holistic well-being and as a contributing member of the community. The program is guided by four key work units aimed at developing the individual through leadership learning, independent living, team work and coaching. Michael Hepburn will also be attending to help mentor riders.

Contact:

Email - office@qsmsports.com

Phone - 07 3124 6099 or Mike 0402 226 333

To Confirm your place:

- Fill out the Registration Form and email or fax into QSMSports by the 6 December.

- Athletes are accepted on a first in first come basis

- Full payment must be made before entry is accepted.

Kind regards

Kristina Katsanevas - Events & Development Manager

Phone - 07 3124 6099

Mobile - 0411 757 577

Fax - 07 3373 8077

3/3 Heaslop Street

South Brisbane Q 4102

PO Box 8328

Woolloongabba Q 4101

www.qsmsports.com

Vote for the Australian People's Choice Cyclist of the Year

Kelli Ponting — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 15:08:09 GMT

Finalists decided in the Scody People's Choice Cyclist of the Year

Voting is now open to decide the Scody 2010 People's Choice Cyclist of the Year with six cyclists named as this year's finalists after the public nomination round.

World and Commonwealth Games star Anna Meares and Australian road champion Ruth Corset are in the mix for the trophy while in the men's ranks four riders made it through the nomination round.

Allan Davis won gold in Delhi and was the bronze medallist in the men's road race at the World Championships in Geelong whilst two time People's Choice winner Cadel Evans wore the rainbow stripes with pride during his reign as World Champion. West Australia's Cameron Meyer was nothing short of sensational on the track in 2010 winning triple gold at both the World Championships and the Commonwealth Games. Tasmania's Richie Porte had a stellar season that included wearing the leader's pink jersey and winning the Best Young Rider classification in the Giro d'Italia.

The Scody People's Choice Cyclist of the Year was launched in 2007 and was won by Cadel Evans in 2007 and 2009 and by Anna Meares in 2008. The trophy will be presented at the Jayco 2010 Australian Cyclist of the Year gala dinner at the Sofitel Melbourne on Collins on Sunday 5 December 2010.

The Bundaberg Cycling Club Proudly presents the 2010 4BU cycling Spectacular Bundaberg Sugar Cup on Wheels

Kelli Ponting — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 14:46:10 GMT

Friday the 10th and Saturday the 11th December.

There was this old saying that the late Kevin (Bear) Brogden (President) use to say, always treat them well and they will always come back. Many people might think what in the hell has this got to do with the Bundaberg Cycling Club. I would say many things as the bear was very much the driving force and for most parts the Mainstay behind The Bundaberg Cycling Club’s annual 4BU Cycling Spectacular.

It was fitting in many parts that the Velodrome was renamed shortly after his passing in his Honour, becoming the Kevin Brogden Memorial Velodrome. I’m sure he wouldn’t have like the fuss, but all the same knowing Kev he would have felt proud and honoured all the same.

Just on 12 months ago, Bundaberg Cycling Club President met with a few people to discuss some things, the issue of Track racing and the track carnival was a major focus point. It was from not only this discussion but a few preceding this one that the rebirth of an Icon began to come to life.

The Planning and execution of many and various tasks began, A Track Carnival Committee was formed, Sponsors were sort and ideas was sourced and taken on board. A working name for the event was created in the Bundy Cup on Wheels; this was given the approval to run with as a working name, but it was always the desire of the committee to eventually revert back to the heritage name of the 4BU cycling spectacular, this meant negotiation would need to be opened up with Local radio Station Bundaberg Broadcasters who are the owner of the 4BU station. This happen without any trouble and the 4BU Cycling Spectacular was returned and signed off on. The Bundaberg Cycling Club’s relationship with 4BU was set to saw again.

It was only a few short weeks Later that yet another magical Moment in the rebirth of this Icon Sporting Event when Local and National Business Giant in Bundaberg Sugar, via their GM of Marketing picked up the phone and called the Bundaberg Cycling Club, this is a moment when a lot of the planning started to pay off, This phone call was Bundaberg Sugar signing on as Co-naming Rights sponsor, This is when the 4BU Cycling Spectacular “Bundaberg Sugar Cup on Wheels” took some real shape.

These couple of moments really helped shape the return of this well known and loved event. Weeks and months have flown by since those early days, The Wonderful local support of the many local business, Families and Supporters has been over whelming. Joining the event sponsorship ranks have been business’s like Bundaberg Sugar, Boylans, Bed r Us, Brumby’s Uptown, A 2 Z 4 X 4, NQX, News-Mail, Morrison Sport, Coca Cola, 4BU, Bundaberg Christian College, Tyrepower, Allan Zunker, Keyworth Family, Mal McDougall, Peter Davis Construction, Robbie Moodie Electrical, Specialized, Incitec, Sunfam AWD, J & R McCracken, Coral Cove Resort and many more.

On spreading the word on the return to the cycling calendar of the 4BU Cycling Spectacular “Bundaberg Sugar Cup on Wheels” it became quite clear of the great love people have and have had for this event over the years past, People spoke with great conviction and passion about the great times they had traveling to Bundaberg and competing in this event. They also spoke of the absolute joy that it was returning after 8 years to the QLD cycling Calender.

Many aspects of the carnival have remained the same from the old days, along with some new focus and direction, The Howard Hill has undergone redevelopment to provide greater area and comfort for the Howard Clan to enjoy the racing, it would be hoped that the Spiritual leader on the hill will be there in full force, I’m sure the Riders will love passing by Howard Hill coming off the main straight with the Men on the Hill Cheering them on, while they enjoy the odd icy Cold XXXX.

So here we are today, just under 3 week left until the 4BU Cycling Spectacular “Bundy Sugar Cup on Wheels” returns to the Kevin Brogden Memorial Velodrome, bringing with it the best in cycling action there is to be seen today, Local Hero current Commonwealth Games Champion, International Superstar of Cycling Allan Davis will for the first time in many years take to the track to compete against some wonderful cycling talent, headline by his Brother Scott who is also an International star and Former World Champion and Home town hero himself, Joining the boys will be some of the current stars of the sport in Michael Hepburn, Casey Munro, Glen Chadwick, James Glasspool, World Champion Ashley Hutchinson to name a few.

Add to this outstand numbers of junior competitors and some great masters and women competitor as well and it is all shaping up well for a huge successful return of this Cycling Icon. There will be Kids as young as 4 out there riding there bike for you all to see.

It’s time for the Bundaberg Public to stand up and cheer, it’s time to stand up and get your backside track side as the hottest and classiest elite men’s field to ever grace a Cycling Spectacular will be arriving in just under 3 week’s time.

2 days racing, Over 80 events, World Champions, World Medallists, Commonwealth Champions, Oceania Champions, State Champions, National Champions, New Zealand Champions and Tour De France riders, they are all going to be here.

Bring your mum, Bring your Brother, bring your family, come and enjoy this life changing experience as the Bundaberg cycling club bring you the 2010 4BU Cycling Spectacular Bundy Sugar Cup on Wheels.

Riders your time to register is fast closing, Midnight the 29 of November 2010. So log onto the Cycling Qld Website and Sign on for the Event today, You will never regret it .

CQ Upcoming Events

Kelli Ponting — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 14:44:37 GMT

Dear Member,

Cycling Queensland wishes to advise of the following UPCOMING EVENTS

To nominate for a race please use the CQ Online Entry System.

Further information can be obtained by clicking on the logos below or by visiting the CQ Website.

Please be advised that some events require senior competitors to obtain a CQ Open Grading before entering.



Kangaroo Point Track Carnival Chandler Velodrome, Sleeman Sports Complex Saturday 4^th December Entries Close Sunday 21^st November	Hinkler Central International Criterium – Bundaberg Sunday 5^th December Entries Close Sunday 21^st November

4BU Track Cycling Spectacular Kevin Brogden Memorial Velodrome Fri 10^th – Sat 11^th December Entries Close Sunday 28^th November	Elite / Under 19 & Para-cycling Track Championships Chandler Velodrome, Sleeman Sports Complex Thu 16^th – Tue 21^st December 2010 Entries Close Midnight Sunday 5^th December Discounts for multiple race entries available!

Please note the QSM Brisbane Criterium scheduled for Sunday November 28^th has been cancelled.

Launch of 2011 Road Team Series

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:47:43 GMT

Good Morning

Please find attached an invitation to the Official Launch of the 2011 Road Teams Series. Looking forward to seeing you there.

Kind regards

Wendy

Wendy Sanders

2011 Road Teams Series

Sub Committee

Invitation.pdf

CYCLING QLD - 36th Annual Gala Awards Night

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:43:01 GMT

Sam Symes, Tuesday, 9 November 2010

With a record 250 guests in attendance the 36th Annual Cycling Queensland Gala Awards held at the Novotel Brisbane celebrated the most successful riders from Queensland, who have performed on the national and international stage.

A list of national and international former and current world champions in attendance, including Ashley Hutchinson, world Track champion in 2004 and a part of the Australian team who broke the 4 minute barrier in the track pursuit, and one of Australia’s all time legends of the sport, multiple world, Olympic and Commonwealth Games champion, Sara Carrigan OAM on hand to share their success with the next generation Queensland stars of the road and track.

The night was opened by Mr Mike Victor OAM, the President of Cycling Queensland and recently awarded the UCI Merit Award by the international Cycling Union for his services to the Australian Cycling Federation and followed by the Honourable Steve Kilburn MP.

Consisting of four categories, Junior Cyclists of the year, Masters Cyclists of the year, Para-cyclists of the year and major awards; Elite Cyclists of the year including club, media, volunteer and coach of the year awards were shared between clubs from across the state.

On the back of World Junior Road and Track Championships in 2010 Jordan Kerby and Jay McCarthy both from Fraser Coast Club were winners in their age category (U/19 Road and Track Cyclists of the Year) respectively while 2009 Australian Senior Track Championships Team Sprint Silver Medallist Rebecca Stevenson from the Rockhampton club took out the Female U/19 Track Cyclist of the year. For Jordan, this was the beginning of a very successful night for the young Fraser Coast cyclist.

The masters’ categories saw a spread of club winners from Patricia Palmer from Ffast club taking out the Masters Women 1-2 Road Cyclist of the Year to Grand Master Road Cyclist of the Year Chass Matters of BCRI.

Bryce Lindores was the major winner in the Para-cyclists categories for season 2010 taking out the Para-Cyclist of the Year award along with the Tandem Team Blind and Visually Impaired Cyclist of the Year award, capping off a sensational season for Bryce and his pilot Sean Finning. Other winners included David Nicholas of Mackay club in the Single Bike (CP & Locomotive) Cyclist of the Year and Hand Cyclist of the Year Jarrod Moncur of Balmoral club.

With the night’s formalities coming to a close the major award categories including Club, Coach and Cyclist of the Year were announced. With names such as multiple World, Commonwealth and Olympic Games legend Anna Meares four-time champion, three-time winner and Tour De France legend Robbie McEwan and four-time winner and World Champion Kenrick Tucker who are all previous winners of the prestigious Queensland Cyclist of the Year, now the next generation will be added to the trophy in the form of Jordan Kerby. Kerby who is quickly becoming a star of the sport having represented his country in the World Junior Championships in August 2010 was part of the Pursuit Team that beat the team from Great Britain by over three seconds to take Gold in a time of 4.05.209.

While Kerby became the next name on the Cyclist of the Year trophy Ruth Corset topped off an amazing season, as a young mother of two beautiful children she took out the Elite Female Road Cyclist of the Year a month after representing Australia at the Commonwealth Games in Delhi. Emily Rosemond has too recently returned from Commonwealth Games was awarded the Elite Female Track Cyclist of the Year. Meanwhile Bevan Mason of Townsville took out the Elite Male Road Cyclist of the Year, Michael Hepburn won the Elite Male Track Cyclist of the Year and Mitchell Mulhern took home the Men’s U23 Road Cyclist of the Year.

Amateur Coach of the Year went to Stan Brims of the Goldstars Cycling Club who during the past 12 months has dedicated much of his time to his role as Goldstars Club Coach. He also personally directed the development of the clubs high-performance junior development program, while also playing a pivotal as State Junior Coach of both the Road and Track State Junior teams. Stan has been in the development of both Jesse Kerrison and, until recently, Emily Roper, both of whom have represented Queensland with honour locally and on the National stage.

With many clubs in attendance the excitement grew for the impending announcement of the Cycling Queensland Club of the Year taken out by Dutton Cycles R&R who along with a list of achievements since their inception in 2007 have introduced organised rides on both Saturday and Sunday each weekend to cater for all levels of riders from junior novices to skilled elite riders. In 2010 the club held an introduction to racing session at Nundah, monthly skills training sessions at North lakes as well as regular club and social activities. Dutton Cycles R&R also hosts track training and simulated racing at Caboolture Velodrome.

Of course the sport would not be as successful domestically and internationally if it were not for the outstanding contribution by our volunteers, club support networks and officials who continually back up each week to plan, setup, coach and administer competition and training. This year two outstanding individuals took home the Volunteer of the Year and the CEO’s Award in recognition of their dedication and contribution to the sport throughout an ongoing period. We congratulate and thank Mr Jim Cockerill of the Balmoral CC as Volunteer of the Year and Mr Ken Mitchell of the Gold Coast CATS Club in 2010 and no-doubt, beyond. In addition the first ever Official of the Year was awarded to Tim Francis of the Goldstars club ensuring that our commissaires are duely recognised for all their hard work!

All the staff and board would like to congratulate all our award winners and finalists for season 2010 and to all guests we thank you for your attendance! Congratulations lso to Kaylene O'Connell who took home the lucky door prize of a fantastic carbon frame thanks to our sponsor Swift Carbon. Furthermore thank you to the sponsors who provided raffle prizes: Lifecycle, Dutton Cycles, Activ Cycle Coaching, Gatorade, MB Cycles, DMT Shoes, Catlike Helmets, Gold Coast Tourism and Bella Velo.

Note from Diabetes QLD

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:41:40 GMT

Wow – what an achievement! Thank you so much for your amazing passion and dedication to cycle on Sunday as a Green Team participant for Diabetes Australia – Queensland in the Wilson HTM Brisbane to the Gold Coast Cycle Challenge. Getting to know our team, we truly feel like a united family with a common goal to chip away at turning diabetes around.

We hope you enjoyed the day and if we didn’t get a chance to meet you, or you were unable to ride, bring on 2011!

Kind regards

Michele Gabbott and Linda Graham

Team Management Positions: Notices 74 and 75

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:34:56 GMT

Notices included in Member Only Section

Dear All,

Attached is Notice 75 (9 November 2010) calling for applications for positions on the Junior Australian Track Championships Team which will be held in Sydney 17 – 19 March 2011.

Also attached is Notice 74 (19 October 2010 previously distributed) calling for applications for team management positions for the Senior Australian Track Championships to be held in Sydney 29 Jan – 6 Feb 2011. There are still vacancies on the senior team to be filled and in particular the role of ‘Manager’.

Kind Regards

Geoff Rynne

Chief Executive Officer
Email: qld.info@cycling.org.au

P: (07) 3390 1477 F: (07) 33902852

Race Calendar for end of 2010

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:33:27 GMT

Info provided by Simon Meyer

Sunshine Coast

2010 Race Calendar


day	club event	venue
9-Nov	Tu	Twilight Criterium	Caloundra	registration 6pm
23-Nov	Tu	Twilight Criterium	Caloundra	registration 6pm

HPRW

MUZ

The Rules continued...

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:08:22 GMT

A humourous insight into the the rules of cycling, from www.velominati.com and submitted by Perry Judd

The Rules:

Rule 41:

Quick release angle on the front skewer shall be an upward angle which tightens just aft of the fork and the rear quick release shall tighten at an angle that bisects angle between the seat and chain stays. It is acceptable, however, to have the rear quick release tighten upward, just aft of the seat stay, when the construction of the frame or its dropouts will not allow the preferred positioning. For Time Trial bikes only, quick releases may be in the horizontal position facing towards the rear of the bike. This is for maximum aero effect.⁹

Rule 42:

A bike ride/race shall never be preceeded with a swim and/or followed by a run.

Rule 43:

#DELETE Carbone has been moved to The Lexicon.

Rule 44:

A rider’s handlebars on their road bike must always be lower than their saddle. The minimum allowable tolerance is 4cm; there is no maximum, but people may berate you if they feel you have them too low.

Rule 45:

A maximum stack height of 2cm is allowed below the stem and a single 5mm spacer must always – always – be stacked above. A “slammed down” stack height is preferable; meaning that the stem is positioned directly on the top race of the headset.

Rule 46:

Handlebars will be mounted parallel to the ground or angled slightly upward. While they may never be pointed down at all, they may be angled up slightly; allowed handlebar tilt is to be between 180 and 175 degrees with respect to the level road. The brake levers will preferably be mounted such that the end of the brake lever is even with the bottom of the bar. Modern bars, however, dictate that this may not always be possible, so tolerances are permitted within reason. Brake hoods should not approach anything near 45 degrees, as some riders with poor taste have been insisting on doing.

Rule 47:

#DELETE The brake levers will preferably be mounted such that the end of the brake lever is even with the bottom of the bar. Modern bars, however, dictate that this may not always be possible, so tolerances are permitted within reason. Having the hoods almost on the tops is unacceptable however.

Rule 48:

The seating area of a saddle is to be visually level, with the base measurement made using a spirit level. Based on subtleties of saddle design and requirements of comfort, the saddle may then be pitched slightly forward or backward to reach a position that offers stability, power, and comfort. If the tilt of the saddle exceeds two degrees, you need to go get one of those saddles with springs and a thick gel pad because you are obviously a big pussy.

Rule 49:

The midpoint of the saddle as measured from tip to tail shall fall well behind and may not be positioned forward of the line made by extending the seat tube through the top of the saddle. (Also see Rule 33.)

Rule 50:

Facial hair is to be carefully regulated. No full beards, no moustaches. Goatees are permitted only if your name starts with “Marco” and ends with “Pantani”, or if your head is intentionally or unintentionally bald. One may never shave on the morning of an important race, as it saps your virility, and you need that to kick ass.

Rule 51:

Livestrong wristbands are cockrings for your arms. You may as well get “tryhard wanker” tattooed on your forehead.

Rule 52:

Padding or body armor of any kind is not allowed.

Rule 53:

#DELETE Bicycles have saddles. Otherwise it’s not a bicycle.

Rule 54:

Aerobars or other clip-on attachments are under no circumstances to be employed on your road bike. The only exception to this is if you are competing in a mountain timetrail.

Rule 55:

If you are riding down a mountain, you must first have ridden up the mountain. It is forbidden to employ powered transportation simply for the cheap thrill of descending. The only exception to this is if you are doing intervals on Alpe d’Huez or the Plan de Corones and you park your car up top before doing 20 repeats of the climb.

Rule 56:

When wearing a cycling kit and enjoying a pre or post ride coffee, it is only appropriate to drink espresso or macchiato. If the word soy/skim latte is heard to be used by a member wearing cycling apparel, then that person must be ceremonially beaten with Co2 canisters or mini pumps by others within the community.⁶

Rule 57:

No stickers on your bike. Nobody gives a shit what causes you support, what war your against, what gear you buy, or what year you rode RAGBRAI. See Rule 5 and ride your bike.

Rule 58:

Never buy bikes, parts or accessories online. Going into your local shop, asking myriad inane questions, tying up the staff’s time, then going online to buy is akin to sleeping with your best friend’s wife, then having a beer with him after. You may as well go into your local shop and spit in the owners face. Online is evil and will be the death of the bike shop. If you enter a shop with parts you have bought online and expect them to fit them, be prepared to be told to see your online seller for fitting and warranty help.

Rule 59:

Hold your line.

Rule 60:

You are not, under any circumstances, to employ the use of the washer-nut and valve-stem cap that come with your inner-tubes or tubular tires. They are only supplied to meet shipping regulations. They are useless.

Rule 61:

Under no circumstances may your saddle have more than 3mm of padding. Special allowances will be made for stage racing when physical pain caused by subcutaneous cysts and the like (“saddle sores”) are present. Under those conditions, up to 5mm of padding will be allowed – it should be noted that this exception is only temporary until the condition has passed or been excised, and if you are hardman you would not change your saddle at all but instead just cut a hole in it to relieve pressure on your delicate derrière. It is noted that if Rule 48 and/or Rule 5 is observed then any “padding” is superfluous.⁷

Rule 62:

You shall not ride with earphones. Cycling is about getting outside and into the elements and you don’t need to be listening to Queen or Slayer in order to experience that. Immerse yourself in the rhythm and pain, not in whatever 80′s hair band you call “music”. See Rule 5 and ride your bike.⁸

Rule 63:

Arm signals. Signal that a left turn by pointing your left arm to the left. To signal a right turn, simply point with your right arm to the right. This one is, presumably, mostly for Americans: that right-turn signal that Americans are taught to make with your left arm elbow-out and your forearm pointing upwards was developed for motor-vehicles prior to the invention of the electric turn signal since it was rather difficult to reach from the driver-side all the way out the passenger-side window to signal a right turn. On a bicycle, however, we don’t have this limitation and it is actually quite easy to point your right arm in the direction you are turning. The American right-turn signal just makes you look like you’re waving “hello” to traffic.

Rule 64:

Cornering confidence generally increases with time and experience. This pattern continues until it falls sharply and suddenly.

Rule 65:

Bicycles must adhere to the Principle of Silence and as such must be meticulously maintained. No squeaks, creaks, or chain noise allowed. Only the soothing hum of your tires upon the tarmac and the rhythm of your breathing may be audible when riding. When riding the Pave, the sound of chain slap is acceptable. The Principle of Silence can be extended to say that if you are suffering such that your breathing begins to adversely effect the enjoyment of the other riders in the bunch, you are to summarily sit up and allow yourself to be dropped.¹⁰

Rule 66:

Mirrors are allowed on your (aptly named) Surly Big Dummy or your Surly Long Haul Trucker. Not on your road steed. Not on your Mountain bike. Not on your helmet. If someone familiar with The Rules has sold you such an abomination, return the mirror and demand a refund, plus interest and damages.

Rule 67:

Do your time in the wind; nobody likes a wheel sucker. You might think you’re playing a smart tactical game by letting everyone else do the work while you sit on, but races (even Yellow Sign Sprints) are won through cooperation and spending time on the rivet, flogging yourself and taking risks. Riding wheels and jumping past at the end is one thing and one thing only: poor sportsmanship.

Rule 68:

Rides are to be measured by the quality of their distance and never by distance alone. For climbing rides, distances should be referred to by the amount of vertical covered; flat and rolling rides should be referred to by their distance and average speed. For example, declaring “We rode 4km” would assert that 4000m were covered during the ride, with the distance being irrelevant. Conversely, a flat ride of 150km at 23kmph is not something that should be discussed in an open forum and Rule 5 must be reviewed at once.⁷

Rule 69:

Cycling shoes and bicycles are both made for riding. Ergo, any walking conducted while wearing cycling shoes must be strictly limited. When taking a slash or filling bidons during a 200km ride (at 38kmph, see Rule 68) one is to carefully stow one’s bicycle at the nearest point navigable by bike and walk the remaining distance. It is strictly prohibited that under any circumstances a cyclist should walk up a steep incline, with the obvious exception being when said incline is blocked by riders who crashed because you are on the Kopenberg. For clarification, see Rule 5.⁷

Rule 70:

The purpose of competing is to win. End of. Any reference to not achieving this should be referred immediately to Rule 5.¹¹

Rule 71:

Know how to train properly and stick to your training plan. Ignore other cyclists with whom you are not intentionally riding. The time for being competitive is not during your training rides, but during competition.

Rule 72:

Legs speak louder than words. Unless you routinely demonstrate your riding superiority and the smoothness of your Stroke, refrain from discussing your power meter, heartrate, or any other riding data. Also see Rule 74.

Rule 73:

Gear and brake cables should be cut to optimum length, creating a perfect arc around the headtube and cross under the downtube. Right shifter cable should go to the left cable stop and vice versa.

Rule 74:

Computers, GPS, PowerTaps, SRMs; If you are not a Pro, then you don’t need a SRM or PowerTap. To paraphrase BSNYC, an amateur cyclist using a power meter is like hiring an accountant to tell you how poor you are. As for Garmins, how often do you get lost on a ride? They are bulky, ugly and superflous. Ditch the HRM and ride on feel; little compares to the pleasure of riding as hard as your mind will allow. Cycle computers should be simple, small and mounted on the stem. And preferably wireless.

Rule 75:

Race numbers are for races. Remove it from your frame before the next training ride because no matter how cool you think it looks, it does not look cool. Unless you are in a race. In which case it looks cool.

Rule 76:

When not worn, helmets are to be clipped to the stem and draped over your handlebars thusly.

Rule 77:

Respect the earth. Do not throw your empty gel packets, energy bar wrappers or punctured tubes on the road or in the bush. Stuff em in your jersey pockets, and repair that tube when you get home.¹²

Rule 78:

When racing in a criterium of 60 minutes or less the second (unused) water bottle cage must be removed in order to preserve the aesthetic of the racing machine.¹³

Rule 79:

#DELETE You will never observe Rule 5 as much as Jens. The diamond industry is currently petitioning to move the standard measurement of the density of a diamond from “carat” to “Jens”. Preliminary studies show that the most perfect and hard diamond known to be in existence is 0.125 Jens. ¹⁴

Rule 80:

Pre-race, you must look bored shitless while slouching across your top tube thusly. This may also be extended to any time one is aboard the bike, but not riding it, such as at stop lights or while waiting for riding partners.¹⁵

Rule 81:

The bike is the tool a Velominatus uses to convey their art. It must be cherished, and when leaning it against a wall, must be leaned carefully such that only the bars, saddle, or tires come in contact with the wall or post. This is true even when dismounting prior to collapsing after the World Championship Time Trial.

Rule 82:

Whilst riding in cold and/or Rule 9 conditions replete with arm warmers, under no circumstances is there to be any exposed skin between the hems of your kit and the hems of your arm. If this occurs, you either need to wear a kit that fits you properly or increase the size of your guns. Arm warmers may, however, be shoved to the wrists in Five and Dime scenarios, particularly those involving Rule 9 conditions. The No-Gap Principle also applies to knee and leg warmers with the variation that these are under no circumstances to be scrunched down around the ankles; Merckx have mercy on whomever is caught in such a sorry, sorry state. It is important to note that while one can wear arm warmers without wearing knee or leg warmers, one cannot wear knee or leg warmers without wearing arm warmers (or a long sleeve jersey). It is completely inappropriate to have uncovered arms, while covering the knees, with the exception of brief periods of time when the arm warmers may be shoved to the wrists while going uphill in a Five and Dime situation. If the weather changes and one must remove a layer, the knee/leg coverings must go before the arm coverings. If that means that said rider must take off his knee or leg warmers while racing, then this is a skill he must be accomplished in. The single exception would be before an event in which someone plans on wearing neither arm or leg warmers while racing, but would like to keep the legs warm before the event starts; though wearing a long sleeve jersey over the racing kit at this time is also advised. One must not forget to remove said leg warmers. ¹⁶

The Rules

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 12 Nov 2010 09:04:57 GMT

A humourous insight into the the rules of cycling, from www.velominati.com and submitted by Perry Judd

The Rules:

Rule 1:

Obey The Rules.
Rule 2:

It is forbidden for someone familiar with The Rules to knowingly assist another person to breach them.¹
Rule 3:

No matter how good you think your reason is to knowingly breach The Rules, it is never good enough.
Rule 4:

It is, absolutely, without question, unequivocally, about the bike. Anyone who says otherwise is obviously a twatwaffle.
Rule 5:

Harden The xxxx Up.^2,14
Rule 6:

Free your mind and your legs will follow.
Rule 7:

Tan lines should be cultivated and kept razor sharp. Under no circumstances should one be rolling up their sleeves or shorts in an effort to somehow diminish one’s tan lines. Sleeveless jerseys are under no circumstances to be employed.
Rule 8:
Saddles, Bars, and Tires³:
- Match the saddle to the bars and the tires to black; or
- Match the bars to the color of the frame at the top of the head tube and the saddle to the color of the frame at the top of the seat tube and the tires to the color where they come closest to the frame; or
- Match the saddle and the bars to the frame decals; or
- Black, black, black
Rule 9:

If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule 10:

It never gets easier, you just go faster. To put it another way, per Greg Henderson: “Training is like fighting with a gorilla. You don’t stop when you’re tired. You stop when the gorilla is tired.”⁴
Rule 11:

Family does not come first. The bike does.
Rule 12:

The minimum number of bikes one should own is three. The correct number is n+1, where n is the number of bikes currently owned. This equation may also be re-written as s-1, where s is the number of bikes owned that would result in separation from your partner.
Rule 13:

#DELETE Gun Check has been moved to The Lexicon.
Rule 14:

Team-issue shorts should be black, with the possible exception of side-panels, which may match the rest of the team kit.
Rule 15:

Black shorts, or at least standard team-kit shorts, must be worn with Championship jerseys and race leadership jerseys, or accept that you will look like a douche.
Rule 16:

Championship and race leader jerseys must only be worn if you’ve won the championship or led the race.
Rule 17:

Wearing team kit is also questionable if you’re not paid to wear it. If you must fly the colours of Pro teams, all garments should match perfectly, i.e no Mapei jersey with Kelme shorts and Telekom socks.
Rule 18:

No road jerseys or Lycra bibs when riding off-road. (Cyclocross is a middle-ground. Best to wear cross-specific kit.)
Rule 19:

No mountain jerseys or baggies when riding on the road. (Cyclocross is a middle-ground. Best to wear cross-specific kit.)
Rule 20:
The remedies:
- If your quads start to burn, shift forward to use your hamstrings and calves.
- If your calves or hamstrings start to burn, shift back to use your quads.
- If you feel wimpy and weak, see Rule 5 and get out and train more!
Rule 21:

Knickers, vests, arm warmers, shoe covers, and caps beneath your helmet can all make you look like a hardman, when the weather warrants it.
Rule 22:

Cycling caps can be worn under helmets, but never when not riding, no matter how hip you think you look. This will render one a douche, and should result in public berating or beating. The only time it is acceptable to wear a cycling cap is while directly engaged in cycling activities and while clad in cycling kit. This includes activities taking place prior to and immediately after the ride such as machine tuning and tire pumping. Also included are cafe appearances for pre-ride espressi and post-ride pub appearances for body-refueling ales (provided said pub has sunny, outdoor patio – do not stray inside a pub wearing kit or risk being ceremoniously beaten by leather-clad biker chicks). Under these conditions, having your cap skull-side tipped jauntily at a rakish angle is, one might say, de rigueur. All good things must be taken in measure, however, and as such it is critical that we let sanity and good taste prevail: as long as the first sip of the relevant caffeine or hop-based beverage is taken whilst beads of sweat, snow, or rain are still evident on one’s brow then it is legitimate for the cap to be worn. However, once all that remains in the cranial furrows is salt, it is then time to shower, throw on some suitable après-ride attire (a woollen Molteni Arcore training top circa ’73 comes to mind) and return to the bar, folded copy of pastel-coloured news publication in hand, ready for formal fluid replacement. It is also helpful if you are a Giant of the Road, as demonstrated here, rather than a giant douchebag. ⁴
Rule 23:

If it’s not cold or wet and you are still wearing shoe covers because you’re a pussy, your name is probably George Hincapie.
Rule 24:

Speeds and distances shall always be referred to and calculated in kilometers. This includes while discussing cycling in the workplace with your non-cycling coworkers, serving to further mystify our sport in the web of their Neanderthalic cognitive capabilities. As the confused expression spreads across their unibrowed faces, casually mention your shaved legs. All of cycling’s monuments are measured in the metric system and as such the English system is forbidden.
Rule 25:

The bikes on top of your car should be worth more than the car. Or at least be relatively more expensive. Basically, if you’re putting your Huffy on your Rolls, you’re in trouble, mister.
Rule 26:

There is definitely an “optimal” angle at which the pedals should be when photographing a bicycle. That angle depends on what the photo wants to say, but is probably around the 30 degree mark. Not 90 or 180.
Rule 27:

Sock and short length should be like Golidlocks, not too long and not too short. (Disclaimer: despite Sean Yates’ horrible choice in shorts length, he is a quintessential hard man of cycling and is deeply admired by the Velominati. Whereas Armstrong’s short and sock lengths are just plain wrong.) No socks is a no-no, as are those ankle-length ones that should only be worn by female tennis players.
Rule 28:

Socks can be any damn colour you like. White is old school cool. Black is good, but once again were given a bad image by a Texan whose were too long. DeFeet Wool-E-Ators rule.
Rule 29:

Saddle bags have no place on a road bike, and are only acceptable on mountain bikes in extreme cases.
Rule 30:

Ditto for frame-mounted pumps. Either Co2 cannisters or mini-pumps should be carried in jersey pockets. The only exception to this rule is to mount a Silca brand frame pump in the rear triangle of the frame, with the rear wheel skewer as the pump mount nob, as demonstrated by members of the 7-Eleven and Ariostea pro cycling teams. As such, a frame pump mounted upside-down and along the left (skewer lever side) seat stay is both old skool and euro and thus acceptable. We restate at this time that said pump may under no circumstances be a Zefal and must be made by Silca. It is acceptable to gaffer-tape a mini-pump to your frame when no C02 cannisters are available and your pockets are full of spare kit and energy gels. However, the rider should expect to be stopped and questioned and may be required to empty pockets to prove there is no room in them for the pump. Said Silca pump must be fitted with a Campagnolo head.
Rule 31:

Spare tubes, multi-tools and repair kits should be stored in jersey pockets, or in a converted bidon in a cage on bike. Or, use one of these.
Rule 32:

Hydration packs are never to be seen on a road rider’s body. No argument will be entered into on this.
Rule 33:

Legs are to be carefully shaved at all times. If, for some reason, your legs are to be left hairy, make sure you can dish out plenty of hurt to shaved riders, or be considered a hippie douche on their way to a Critical Mass.
Rule 34:

Mountain bike shoes and pedals have their place. On a mountain bike.
Rule 35:

Road helmets can be worn on mountain bikes, but never the other way around. No visors on the road. If you want shade, see Rule 21.
Rule 36:

Eyewear shall be cycling specific, i.e no Aviator shades or clip-on covers for reading glasses.
Rule 37:

The arms of the eyewear shall always be placed over the helmet straps. No exceptions. We don’t know why, it’s just the way it is.
Rule 38:

#DELETE You should not make a habit of riding without eyewear, although approved extenuating circumstances include fog, overheating, and lighting conditions.
Rule 39:

You should never leave home without your eyewear. You should not make a habit of riding without eyewear, although approved extenuating circumstances include fog, overheating, and lighting condition. When not worn over the eyes, they should be neatly tucked into the vents of your helmet. If they don’t fit, buy a new helmet. In the meantime you can wear them backwards on the back of your head or carefully tuck them into your jersey pocket, making sure not to scratch them on your tools (see item 20).
Rule 40:

Tires are to be mounted with the label centered directly over the valve stem. Pro mechanics do it because it makes it easier to find the valve. You do this because that’s the way pro mechanics do it. This will save you precious seconds while your fat ass sits on the roadside fumbling with your CO2 after a flat. It also looks better for photo opportunities.

Clarification around Age Categories for 2011 Memberships

Kelli Ponting — Fri, 05 Nov 2010 10:00:27 GMT

Matthew Gillett, Thursday, 28 October 2010

The following information is provided for the benefit of members entering events between now and the end of 2010.

Membership categories are determined by the age of a person in each given membership year. As at 1st October every year members are invited to purchase licenses for the following calendar year. This means that many cyclists (but mainly juniors) will move up into a new age category.

In this instance the following conditions apply when determining which age category must be ridden:

Track Events

The member must ride in their new age category for 2011.
e.g. Fred who is born in 1998 who rode as an Under 13 in 2010 will be required to ride in the Under 15's from 1st October.

Road Events

The member is required to ride in their existing age category until 31st December 2010 even if they renew their licence for 2011.
e.g. Fred will continue to ride Under 13's at events in 2010 even if he renews his licence for 2011.

Note 1: When entering an event using the online entry system all members have already been rolled over into their new membership category, even if they have not renewed yet for 2011. Therefore the entry system may place you in the incorrect division and charge you the incorrect entry fee.
Therefore if you wish to enter a road event between 1/10/2010 and 31/12/2010 (e.g. Darren Smith Cycle Classic, Hinkler Central International Criterium) and you would be in a new age category in 2011, you need to submit a Manual Entry Form instead.

Note 2: All members who have moved from Junior Under 17 to Junior Under 19 are required to obtain an Open Grading before they can enter an event.
For further information click here and to download the form click here.

Note 3: If juniors are seeking an exemption to ride in the higher age category for road events between 1/10/2010 and 31/12/2010 a submission must be made in writing indicating the reasons and include signed confirmation from their coach of their ability to satisfactorily handle the higher gearing. Once the rider competes in the older age category they are not permitted to return to the younger age classification.
The request should be addressed to the 'Board of Cycling Queensland' and sent via email to qld.info@cycling.org.au, faxed to (07) 3390 2852 or posted to PO Box 4115, Gumdale, QLD, 4154 at least 14 days prior to the event.

See CQ Rule 1002 "Racing Divisions - Status of competitors" and CA By Laws 2.18.12 for further information