Glenelg Criterium Racing… Some history

Racing at Glenelg on Boxing day is great day on the South Australian Cycling Calendar (for more information go to www.southcoastcycling.org.au)

Here are some previous entrants…

Alex Edmondson – Australian track team pursuit member – London Olympics at only 18y.o wow…he’s racing this year

Did you know Patrick Jonker won the mens race in 1995?

Stuey O’Grady TDF legend/TDU Winner is a 3 times winner at Glenelg 98, 99, & 2001.

Jay Sweet 1997 & 2000 winner

Alexis Rhodes dominated the womens race  from 2004 for over 6 wins

Jack Bobridge 2008 winner

Chris Jongewaard MTB Olympian & previous winner

Tim Roe BMC rider has won the bay

Russell Van Hout won in 2006 – South Australian – Tour of Italy Stage winner

How about 1985 senior men’s race included Italian champ David Solari & Olympic Gold Medallist Mike Turtur – yes he wasn’t only a track rider,

Current masters riders Dave Gomer & 6 times winner at the bay Alan Gill

1985 race – Brett Aitken in the juniors race – Olympic Gold medallist in waiting on the track

1982 Los Angeles Olympians Gary West (current AIS Track Sprint Coach) & John Watters who continues to give the youngsters a lesson today

 

Christmas Cup on Wheels – Friday 14 Dec 2012

It’s on again… The Christmas Cup on Wheels

(including the presentation – Buzz Massage & King of Bling)

 Decorate yourself and bike for the Xmas parade

– prizes for the best original Xmas decorated bike and rider

– fun races + Xmas cup on wheels handicap

– parents & rides bring your running shoes

– Townies bar will be open for presentation

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Shane Perkins – Adelaide to London

Ryokou follows the journey of Shane Perkins from his home in Adelaide post London Olympics to taking residence in Japan whilst competing in the 2012/13 Keirin competition.

The documentary explores the Japanese Keirin as a pivotal part of Shane’s personal and professional growth, in context of some of the major events in his career.

The series comprises of 6 episodes which will be released online in early 2013.

Presented by Onitsuka Tiger. Proudly supported by Jayco and Huon Aquaculture – the world’s most loved salmon. And 88 individuals via crowdfunding platform Pozible.

Directed by Davros. Made by Projucer. A Chasing the Glory Media House Production.

To watch this on vimeo, CLICK HERE.

Velogear Pop Up Bike Shop – Hampton Vic – December 2012

This December Velogear is running a Pop Up Bicycle Shop in Hampton, VIC.

A pop up shop is a temporary shop running for only a certain period of time. As there are no expensive fittings, and we are only paying extra rent for a very short time, we can offer our online sale prices at the pop up store.

Velogear’s Pop Up Bicycle Shop will be open from Monday 3rd December to Monday 24th December 2012.

Pick up the perfect gift this Christmas at clearance prices. We will be stocking all of our best sellers including beach cruiser bikes, balance bikes, helmets, baskets, pumps, locks, bike racks, baby seats clothing and much more.

Contact Details Opening Hours: 9am – 5pm Monday – Friday  9am – 4pm Saturday & Sunday

271 Hampton Street, Hampton

For full details please visit www.popupbicycleshop.com

Email any queries to popupbicycleshop@gmail.com

Or contact Velogear on 03 9587 8408

Whilst our pop up shop is not open until December please feel free to browse through our online bicycle shop at www.velogear.com.au

2013 SANTOS Central Districts CC – Junior Tour

CLICK HERE for the flyer for the upcoming 2013 SANTOS Central Districts Cycling Club Junior Tour to be held in South Australia (near Adelaide) 13th & 14th of April 2013.

If possible, please distribute this flyer to all your Junior members or pass onto anyone whom might be interested in your area / region.

CDCC will be sending out an email shortly of available accommodation in the area as well as tourist information for nearby attractions.

So if you’re thinking of a holiday or want to compete state against state please consider (expecting many interstate entrants).

Please note; You will need to be hold a current Cycling Australia racing licence to compete in this tour.

To register please click on the link below;

http://www.centrals.org.au/events/10/

 

If you have any questions, please contact me via email;

Ben Knobben Ben.j.knobben@bigpond.com CDCC Secretary

Central Districts Cycling Club http://www.centrals.org.au/