A wonderful day in wonderful company is the only way I can describe our return visit to Taumarunui cycling group.
Set up after they attended our event trainer around the “tour De Trout” course the Turangi Rock N Road group went en mass to Taumarunui’on the main trunk line’ to ride the “Ngapuke” loop in a counter clockwise direction.
A really pleasing turnout meant that the sponsored Van, from Extreme Backpackers and Climbing Wall, was full with 6 cyclist and with Wim meeting us there.
It was a good show of solidarity to our friends. There must have been 20 riders , not counting our ladies division who rode through Taumarunui to the heather farm, that set off at 10 am from Pogues Plumbing on the main street of Taumarunui.
The roads from start to finish were a cyclist’s dream, with the town roads reminiscent of a race track surface and the country roads, excepting for the odd patch, having a great surface and never more than an occasional car disturbed the social intercourse that proceeded for the following 2 hours or so.
As the ride progressed bunches formed and everyone had a new friend to chat with and then once back at Pogue’s place we were treated to a fresh cuppa and a ,straight off the grittle, cake from Steve’s Mum. Also the compulsory chocolate trout from Turangi.
It was particulary pleasing to have many moari Cyclist in the group because Moari are under represented in this sport and going on the performances we see in Turangi and Taumarunui Maori are particularly suited to the sport physically and mentally and I’d love to see more Tangata Whenua involved locally and on the national stage and it is a goal worth pursuing on a personal, local and national level.
The next ride is now in planning and we will have to lift our game if we can improve on the ride, the welcome and the food. We are up for the challenge.
Thanks To Taumarnui Cycling, Mike Pogue and Graeme ‘tinka” Bell for hosting us, to our sponsors, Pogue Plumbing and Extreme Backpackers who provided the van at a fuel only cost. Of course all those who joined in the fun well done and thanks for your support.
Photo’s depict before and after scenes.
Safe Cycling
W van der Aa
Sunday, November 13, 2011
Sunday, October 30, 2011
Cycling Report
Double the fun in the king country was the order of the weekend for the rock n road cycling club.
Saturday the Taumarunui Multisport Club hosted the Dave logue Classic cycle race. The ride started in Taumarunui and went toward 8 mile junction then turned off the Ohura, this was leg one and was longer but easier than the return leg which took the riders from Ohura via the forgotten Highway back to Town, a shorter but harder ride.
There was a good turnout and wide cross section of cyclist from elite through to casual and the race started with a police escort through Tuamarunui with a neutralized race until out safely on the Highway. The ride soon broke into groups and the ride was , for me at least, fantastic and my first experience of a true race.
Once off the main road it was truly cycling bliss with great company, a good surface and interesting new scenery around every bend. My leg ended at Ohura so I only saw the pain on the faces of the riders as they climbed Tunnel hill. There were some great efforts put in and it was great to the equality of the sexes displayed explicitly with the just minutes between the overall winner Rachel Cashin female cyclist Vet (over 40) female rider Linda Tarrant. Local (Turangi) hero, Roger Bates, put in a blistering ride to secure his teams win in the vet mens division.
The rock n road entrants all picked up a division win with Wim and Roger getting first in Vet Men and myself winning the vet men first stage (by 42 mintues). We are pictured here with the overall winner (and local vet). Graeme Barret gave support in Rogers van and it was a great 10 hours of fun with the prize giving at the historic Taumaranui Club,
The organisers showed that a few people can run a great day and we look forward to joining them again and perhaps doing a joint event.
Sunday saw a group of 6 travel from Turangi to the Pureora Forest near Waimiha in the Heart of the King Country to ride a new section of the national cycle way and at the time of writing I hadn’t had feedback but I cant see anything but a fun day being had, that is the cyclist attitude, locally at least, if you are putting lots of effort into something then one makes sure one enjoys oneself. That pretty much encapsulates the philosophy of the sport I am lucky enough to have found.
The Weekend was fun and safe with no injuries , except maybe some sore legs, reported.
Safe Cycling
Wally
Saturday the Taumarunui Multisport Club hosted the Dave logue Classic cycle race. The ride started in Taumarunui and went toward 8 mile junction then turned off the Ohura, this was leg one and was longer but easier than the return leg which took the riders from Ohura via the forgotten Highway back to Town, a shorter but harder ride.
There was a good turnout and wide cross section of cyclist from elite through to casual and the race started with a police escort through Tuamarunui with a neutralized race until out safely on the Highway. The ride soon broke into groups and the ride was , for me at least, fantastic and my first experience of a true race.
Once off the main road it was truly cycling bliss with great company, a good surface and interesting new scenery around every bend. My leg ended at Ohura so I only saw the pain on the faces of the riders as they climbed Tunnel hill. There were some great efforts put in and it was great to the equality of the sexes displayed explicitly with the just minutes between the overall winner Rachel Cashin female cyclist Vet (over 40) female rider Linda Tarrant. Local (Turangi) hero, Roger Bates, put in a blistering ride to secure his teams win in the vet mens division.
The rock n road entrants all picked up a division win with Wim and Roger getting first in Vet Men and myself winning the vet men first stage (by 42 mintues). We are pictured here with the overall winner (and local vet). Graeme Barret gave support in Rogers van and it was a great 10 hours of fun with the prize giving at the historic Taumaranui Club,
The organisers showed that a few people can run a great day and we look forward to joining them again and perhaps doing a joint event.
Sunday saw a group of 6 travel from Turangi to the Pureora Forest near Waimiha in the Heart of the King Country to ride a new section of the national cycle way and at the time of writing I hadn’t had feedback but I cant see anything but a fun day being had, that is the cyclist attitude, locally at least, if you are putting lots of effort into something then one makes sure one enjoys oneself. That pretty much encapsulates the philosophy of the sport I am lucky enough to have found.
The Weekend was fun and safe with no injuries , except maybe some sore legs, reported.
Safe Cycling
Wally
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Cycling Report
The Rock N road cycling group meets monthly at its new home, the TT sports foundation office.
While the mundane functional that every club must deal with are processed the meetings also provide a good forum to discuss future rides and happenings, particularly during these cooler months when riding is not always an options.
This month there was a special treat with John Ninnes, pictured, A Naturopath and sports nutrition expert gave the club the benefit of his many years of study and experience at endurance events and how to assist the body to get to the finish line in good shape.
His talk was very interesting and gave some (me) a lesson in the workings of the digestive system and possible problems with certain supplements. He also shared techniques to give the body of an endurance competitor the best cache to make it through the day and provide samples of mineral additives to improve the way in which the body can absorb energy .
The meeting ran later than usual and we made it home about 10 pm but all of us were pleased to have had a chance to learn a bit more about how our bodies react to certain situations and ways to reduce the risk of not being able to complete an event due to poor nutrition.
Coming up this week is our first ride through the recently cleared Pylon track (mountain Bike), the following weekend we venture into the king country twice, Saturday several local riders planning to ride in the Mike logue memorial Taumaranui to Ohura return And on the Sunday the club is heading to Pureora to ride a new section of track in the national cycleways project.
Much talk revolved around the new ride shorts the club has, matching in well with the vests. The Club is progressing well in a time when many are struggling. The beauty of cycling is the health benefits and the low running cost of partaking in the sport. Once a Bike is purchased excepting for occasional tyres they run virtually for free. A motorcycle may cost as much as $30 per week just to sit there and more when you use it so in the current financial environment cycling is a good option to keep the books balanced at home and great for families to enjoy leaving the wallet at home.
We look forward to improving weather and many more good local rides, with occasional trips away as well. Remember to be seen and safe on the roads.
Safe cycling
W van der AA
While the mundane functional that every club must deal with are processed the meetings also provide a good forum to discuss future rides and happenings, particularly during these cooler months when riding is not always an options.
This month there was a special treat with John Ninnes, pictured, A Naturopath and sports nutrition expert gave the club the benefit of his many years of study and experience at endurance events and how to assist the body to get to the finish line in good shape.
His talk was very interesting and gave some (me) a lesson in the workings of the digestive system and possible problems with certain supplements. He also shared techniques to give the body of an endurance competitor the best cache to make it through the day and provide samples of mineral additives to improve the way in which the body can absorb energy .
The meeting ran later than usual and we made it home about 10 pm but all of us were pleased to have had a chance to learn a bit more about how our bodies react to certain situations and ways to reduce the risk of not being able to complete an event due to poor nutrition.
Coming up this week is our first ride through the recently cleared Pylon track (mountain Bike), the following weekend we venture into the king country twice, Saturday several local riders planning to ride in the Mike logue memorial Taumaranui to Ohura return And on the Sunday the club is heading to Pureora to ride a new section of track in the national cycleways project.
Much talk revolved around the new ride shorts the club has, matching in well with the vests. The Club is progressing well in a time when many are struggling. The beauty of cycling is the health benefits and the low running cost of partaking in the sport. Once a Bike is purchased excepting for occasional tyres they run virtually for free. A motorcycle may cost as much as $30 per week just to sit there and more when you use it so in the current financial environment cycling is a good option to keep the books balanced at home and great for families to enjoy leaving the wallet at home.
We look forward to improving weather and many more good local rides, with occasional trips away as well. Remember to be seen and safe on the roads.
Safe cycling
W van der AA
Cycling Report
The Rock N road cycling group meets monthly at its new home, the TT sports foundation office.
While the mundane functional that every club must deal with are processed the meetings also provide a good forum to discuss future rides and happenings, particularly during these cooler months when riding is not always an options.
This month there was a special treat with John Ninnes, pictured, A Naturopath and sports nutrition expert gave the club the benefit of his many years of study and experience at endurance events and how to assist the body to get to the finish line in good shape.
His talk was very interesting and gave some (me) a lesson in the workings of the digestive system and possible problems with certain supplements. He also shared techniques to give the body of an endurance competitor the best cache to make it through the day and provide samples of mineral additives to improve the way in which the body can absorb energy .
The meeting ran later than usual and we made it home about 10 pm but all of us were pleased to have had a chance to learn a bit more about how our bodies react to certain situations and ways to reduce the risk of not being able to complete an event due to poor nutrition.
Coming up this week is our first ride through the recently cleared Pylon track (mountain Bike), the following weekend we venture into the king country twice, Saturday several local riders planning to ride in the Mike logue memorial Taumaranui to Ohura return And on the Sunday the club is heading to Pureora to ride a new section of track in the national cycleways project.
Much talk revolved around the new ride shorts the club has, matching in well with the vests. The Club is progressing well in a time when many are struggling. The beauty of cycling is the health benefits and the low running cost of partaking in the sport. Once a Bike is purchased excepting for occasional tyres they run virtually for free. A motorcycle may cost as much as $30 per week just to sit there and more when you use it so in the current financial environment cycling is a good option to keep the books balanced at home and great for families to enjoy leaving the wallet at home.
We look forward to improving weather and many more good local rides, with occasional trips away as well. Remember to be seen and safe on the roads.
Safe cycling
W van der AA
While the mundane functional that every club must deal with are processed the meetings also provide a good forum to discuss future rides and happenings, particularly during these cooler months when riding is not always an options.
This month there was a special treat with John Ninnes, pictured, A Naturopath and sports nutrition expert gave the club the benefit of his many years of study and experience at endurance events and how to assist the body to get to the finish line in good shape.
His talk was very interesting and gave some (me) a lesson in the workings of the digestive system and possible problems with certain supplements. He also shared techniques to give the body of an endurance competitor the best cache to make it through the day and provide samples of mineral additives to improve the way in which the body can absorb energy .
The meeting ran later than usual and we made it home about 10 pm but all of us were pleased to have had a chance to learn a bit more about how our bodies react to certain situations and ways to reduce the risk of not being able to complete an event due to poor nutrition.
Coming up this week is our first ride through the recently cleared Pylon track (mountain Bike), the following weekend we venture into the king country twice, Saturday several local riders planning to ride in the Mike logue memorial Taumaranui to Ohura return And on the Sunday the club is heading to Pureora to ride a new section of track in the national cycleways project.
Much talk revolved around the new ride shorts the club has, matching in well with the vests. The Club is progressing well in a time when many are struggling. The beauty of cycling is the health benefits and the low running cost of partaking in the sport. Once a Bike is purchased excepting for occasional tyres they run virtually for free. A motorcycle may cost as much as $30 per week just to sit there and more when you use it so in the current financial environment cycling is a good option to keep the books balanced at home and great for families to enjoy leaving the wallet at home.
We look forward to improving weather and many more good local rides, with occasional trips away as well. Remember to be seen and safe on the roads.
Safe cycling
W van der AA
Saturday, October 8, 2011
Cycle Event Training Ride
Cycle event training ride
Ideas.
The aim is to provide a ride that enables all riders the opportunity to participate and also to offer riders the chance to practice a distance they are training toward for a future event.
I drove the proposed course and suggest the follwing transition points.
Teams rides (approximate distances)
Tokaanu to summit of the Waituhi saddle , 37 km Climbing Hard
Waituhi saddle to Mahoe Motels, 25 km easy to moderate (mainly downhill)
Mahoe Motel to summit of Raurimu hill , 32km climbing hard
Raurimu hill to Whakapapaiti stream , 15 km mainly flat easy
Whakapapa iti stream to Tokaanu 40 km moderate to hard.
Teams of 3,4 or 5 can ride this course. The aim is to have every club member ride, it is a training event so participation should be a priority over finishing results.
Teams of 2 can change over at the owhango hotel.
Individuals can arrange with teams for supplies to be carried.
Each team to organize a vehicle (s) .
Alternatively break for lunch at owhango and restart from there after everyone has had lunch ?
Riders briefing 8 am Start at 8.30 am team transport to proceed to transition points ahead of riders.
Timing will be up to each team if desired and for safety a ‘tail end Charly’ motorcycle with (cycle event following ) sign .
After event a BBQ evening .
Your thoughts to me. In person or aalarms@xtra.co.nz
Wally
Ideas.
The aim is to provide a ride that enables all riders the opportunity to participate and also to offer riders the chance to practice a distance they are training toward for a future event.
I drove the proposed course and suggest the follwing transition points.
Teams rides (approximate distances)
Tokaanu to summit of the Waituhi saddle , 37 km Climbing Hard
Waituhi saddle to Mahoe Motels, 25 km easy to moderate (mainly downhill)
Mahoe Motel to summit of Raurimu hill , 32km climbing hard
Raurimu hill to Whakapapaiti stream , 15 km mainly flat easy
Whakapapa iti stream to Tokaanu 40 km moderate to hard.
Teams of 3,4 or 5 can ride this course. The aim is to have every club member ride, it is a training event so participation should be a priority over finishing results.
Teams of 2 can change over at the owhango hotel.
Individuals can arrange with teams for supplies to be carried.
Each team to organize a vehicle (s) .
Alternatively break for lunch at owhango and restart from there after everyone has had lunch ?
Riders briefing 8 am Start at 8.30 am team transport to proceed to transition points ahead of riders.
Timing will be up to each team if desired and for safety a ‘tail end Charly’ motorcycle with (cycle event following ) sign .
After event a BBQ evening .
Your thoughts to me. In person or aalarms@xtra.co.nz
Wally
Sunday, September 25, 2011
Cycling Report
The Rock n road cycling club received their shipment of new, emblazoned, cycling shorts last week. Christina was the driving force behind this project with funds gratefully received from local pub charity. There was still a small amount to pay for the shorts but they are a real bargain, top quality and have the clubs logo printed on them. If you haven’t picked up your shorts get in quick.
The shorts match the vest made last year and the aim is to get the club recognized when its members are involved in events around the country. Also in preparation for the coming season there is to be a ‘training event’ ride on the 8th of October.
This ride will take riders the full loop to Mananui, National park and back to Tokaanu. A ride that is comparable in length and difficulty to many one day events around the country. The riders will determine the distance they will ride depending on what they are training for.
There has been much interest from Taumaranui riders who are training for their event later in October and the lake Taupo cycle challenge. It is expected to have several teams and at lest a few individuals. The legs are set up in such a way that anyone could ride at least one of the legs so we are hoping to get a good turnout of our local cyclist.
The pre ride briefing is to be held at the Tokaanu Water sports centre and riders will meet their after completing the ride.
Also on the calendar have been rides at Craters of the moon, and a trip from Tree trunk gorge to town, which was really enjoyable despite the rain. Next month there is a ride planned to Pureora forest to ride a new track that has opened recently.
At our last meeting we received tales from France from our 2 riders who followed Le Tour this year. We look forward to the photos and more stories soon.
Safe Cycling
Wally van der Aa
The shorts match the vest made last year and the aim is to get the club recognized when its members are involved in events around the country. Also in preparation for the coming season there is to be a ‘training event’ ride on the 8th of October.
This ride will take riders the full loop to Mananui, National park and back to Tokaanu. A ride that is comparable in length and difficulty to many one day events around the country. The riders will determine the distance they will ride depending on what they are training for.
There has been much interest from Taumaranui riders who are training for their event later in October and the lake Taupo cycle challenge. It is expected to have several teams and at lest a few individuals. The legs are set up in such a way that anyone could ride at least one of the legs so we are hoping to get a good turnout of our local cyclist.
The pre ride briefing is to be held at the Tokaanu Water sports centre and riders will meet their after completing the ride.
Also on the calendar have been rides at Craters of the moon, and a trip from Tree trunk gorge to town, which was really enjoyable despite the rain. Next month there is a ride planned to Pureora forest to ride a new track that has opened recently.
At our last meeting we received tales from France from our 2 riders who followed Le Tour this year. We look forward to the photos and more stories soon.
Safe Cycling
Wally van der Aa
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Minutes (September - not approved)
Turangi Rock n road Cycling club inc
Monthly meeting, at the TT sports foundation building
21st September 21, 2011
Meeting open 1945,
Present
John Walker, Darrell Couchman, Simon, John Ball, Shane Christie, Graeme Barret,
Wym, Roger, Ian Coles, Wally.
Apologies
Maurice Heappy, Eddy Boyd.
Previous minutes were unavailable.
Shorts have arrived and the distribution has begun thanks to Christina and Margret.
Treasurers report.
John Walker advised the bank balance at the moment was $5069.24 and that a cheque $2314.00 for the cycling shorts had not yet been presented. $400 to be banked from the TT sports foundation.
The treasurers report be accepted. Moved Darrell, Seconded Graeme. Motion passed.
Inwards correspondence.
Turangi Tongariro sports foundation annual awards, nominations called for.
NZ post have received the clubs request for community mail envelopes and will be in touch with the outcome.
Turangi Tongariro sports foundation sent a cheque for $400 for assistance given at the Turangi junior Triathalon recently held.
Inwards correspondence be accepted. Moved Simon, Seconded wally motion passed
General business,
Wym asked for the club to consider subscribing to cycling magazines which can be passed around between members. It was agreed that the club would subscribe to New Zealand mountain biking on an bi annual basis (for economy) and would consider Road cycling NZ next month. John Walker to action.
Moved Wym Seconded Simon. Motion Passed.
We had reports from Roger bates and Wym regarding their “tour de France” experience.
It was agreed to Nominate John Walker (Administrator)and Graeme Barret (service to sport) in the TT sports foundation annual sports awards . Forms were given to Wally to fill and submit.
Moved Roger seconded Wym Motion passed
The trout teams training event was discussed and a date of 8th of October set. Briefing at 9 am at the Tokaanu Water sports building Start at 9.30 am. Maximum Participation encouraged.
Ride calendar was set.
For future consideration the Oamaru Hut overnight ride and the bridge to nowhere ride.
Graeme Barret offered a suggestion that the club consider moving its meeting place from the current OIC to the sports foundation building, giving the club a base (and a set of keys). The debate went both for and against and it was agreed to bring this back to the table at the next meeting. For was a more central location and access to the club rooms, against was harder to find and many rides can be started from the OIC location.
Wym has suggested he ask a Friend of his who has an interest in sports nutrition to give a short talk to the club on sports drinks and options . It was agreed that he ask him along to the next meeting.
Meeting closed 20.55
For next months agenda
Road bike magazine subscription,
Relocation of meeting place for rides to the TT sports foundation building.
General discussion pro’s and con’s
Guest speaker, c/- Wym
Monthly meeting, at the TT sports foundation building
21st September 21, 2011
Meeting open 1945,
Present
John Walker, Darrell Couchman, Simon, John Ball, Shane Christie, Graeme Barret,
Wym, Roger, Ian Coles, Wally.
Apologies
Maurice Heappy, Eddy Boyd.
Previous minutes were unavailable.
Shorts have arrived and the distribution has begun thanks to Christina and Margret.
Treasurers report.
John Walker advised the bank balance at the moment was $5069.24 and that a cheque $2314.00 for the cycling shorts had not yet been presented. $400 to be banked from the TT sports foundation.
The treasurers report be accepted. Moved Darrell, Seconded Graeme. Motion passed.
Inwards correspondence.
Turangi Tongariro sports foundation annual awards, nominations called for.
NZ post have received the clubs request for community mail envelopes and will be in touch with the outcome.
Turangi Tongariro sports foundation sent a cheque for $400 for assistance given at the Turangi junior Triathalon recently held.
Inwards correspondence be accepted. Moved Simon, Seconded wally motion passed
General business,
Wym asked for the club to consider subscribing to cycling magazines which can be passed around between members. It was agreed that the club would subscribe to New Zealand mountain biking on an bi annual basis (for economy) and would consider Road cycling NZ next month. John Walker to action.
Moved Wym Seconded Simon. Motion Passed.
We had reports from Roger bates and Wym regarding their “tour de France” experience.
It was agreed to Nominate John Walker (Administrator)and Graeme Barret (service to sport) in the TT sports foundation annual sports awards . Forms were given to Wally to fill and submit.
Moved Roger seconded Wym Motion passed
The trout teams training event was discussed and a date of 8th of October set. Briefing at 9 am at the Tokaanu Water sports building Start at 9.30 am. Maximum Participation encouraged.
Ride calendar was set.
For future consideration the Oamaru Hut overnight ride and the bridge to nowhere ride.
Graeme Barret offered a suggestion that the club consider moving its meeting place from the current OIC to the sports foundation building, giving the club a base (and a set of keys). The debate went both for and against and it was agreed to bring this back to the table at the next meeting. For was a more central location and access to the club rooms, against was harder to find and many rides can be started from the OIC location.
Wym has suggested he ask a Friend of his who has an interest in sports nutrition to give a short talk to the club on sports drinks and options . It was agreed that he ask him along to the next meeting.
Meeting closed 20.55
For next months agenda
Road bike magazine subscription,
Relocation of meeting place for rides to the TT sports foundation building.
General discussion pro’s and con’s
Guest speaker, c/- Wym
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