Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Track Opens Saturday April 10, 2010 9:00am

Time to ride some ovals and to get the Track Season rolling. The Track will open Saturday, April 10, 2010 at 9am.

*Structured Warmup and FREE Coaching from 9-11am
*Open Track from 11-2pm
*New Lower Training Fee of $5.00

Please email Kurt Begemann, Track Director, with questions or for more information.

Tuesday, March 30, 2010

Venue Change for Friday Night of Clinic

The Friday night classroom session for the Try the Track Clinic has been changed to the Burlington Marriot Hotel, conveniently located just off of Route 128/95.

Thursday, March 18, 2010

BikeReg Link for Try the Track Clinic

Please go to BikeReg.com to sign up for this Track clinic:

Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Try the Track Clinic: An Introduction to Track Cycling

Northeast Velodrome & Cycling Park Presents: Try the Track: An Introduction to Track Cycling

The Northeast Velodrome & Cycling Park will be offering its first annual “Try the Track” clinic, permitted through USA Cycling.

This two part clinic will provide a thorough course on Track Cycling, as well as on the bike coaching, all culminating in some basic racing. The goal of the clinic is to provide consistent information and material used at many of the country’s leading tracks to form an entry point for the budding track racer. The clinic is open to anyone, and one day licenses will be available to anyone who is not a licensed USAC (USA Cycling) rider. We have 24 brand new track bikes available for demo if you do not have your own bike, but sizes are limited, so please register to reserve yours now. Bikes will be reserved on a first come first served basis.

The clinic will be divided into two parts. A classroom session on Friday the 30th of April which will cover Track Bikes, Track Protocol and the Track racing surface itself.

The second part of the clinic on Saturday the 1st of May will be an on-the-bike format where you will learn the nuances of the fixed gear bike, the subtleties of the track, riding in a group, and then racing.

The clinic will be coached by USA Cycling Certified Coaches, Kurt Begemann and Jeff Palter, with a guest appearance by National Champion and Pro 6-Day rider, Kacey Manderfield.

All new riders who attend and complete BOTH parts of the clinic will be eligible for their Category 5 to category 4 Track Upgrade, and will be ready to race in USAC sanctioned events.

There are many riders who already have their category 4 licenses, who could still benefit from this clinic as gear choice, pedaling cadence and other helpful riding tips will be covered. For any category 4 or higher rider, this clinic will count as one race day towards their 5 needed for their next upgrade.

EVENT DETAILS:

Northeast Velodrome & Cycling Park Presents
Try the Track: An Introduction to Track Cycling

WHEN: APRIL 30 & MAY 1, 2010

WHERE:
CLASSROOM SESSION
Friday, April 30, 2010: 6-8pm, Burlington Marriot Hotel, One Burlington Mall Road, Burlington, MA 01803

TRACK SESSION:
Saturday, May 1, 2010: 9am-3p, Track Session, Northeast Velodrome & Cycling Park, 29 Grenier Field Road, Londonderry, NH 03051

COST: *$75, through BikeReg.com

REGISTRATION:
*BikeReg.com
*Event is limited to 30 riders, first come first served.
*If space available, register in person at Cycle Loft, Friday April 30.

CATEGORIES:
*Open to all USA Cycling Categories, and members of the public.
*All Category 5 riders qualify for an upgrade to Category 4 with full participation.
* There are many riders who already have their category 4 licenses, who could still benefit from this clinic as gear choice, pedaling cadence and other helpful riding tips will be covered.
*For any category 4 or higher rider, this clinic will count as one race day towards their 5 needed for their next upgrade.

SANCTIONED BY:
*Event under USA Cycling: Permit pending
*Instruction provided by USA Cycling Coaches Kurt Begemann and Jeff Palter
*Guest appearance by National Champion and Pro 6-Day Rider, Kacey Manderfield
*Classroom session held rain or shine; rain date for track session Sunday May 2, 2010.
*With successful completion of course, riders are eligible for a 10% savings coupon applicable to track bicycles, and track related parts and accessories at the Cycle Loft.
*Do you need a loaner bike for the clinic?____Road Frame Size?____TT Length?____
*What to Bring: Helmets required. Full cycling attire, gloves, clipless pedals and shoes. Towel. There are limited refreshments on site, please bring enough liquid for 5 hours. Folding chair, dry/warm clothes to change, weather can be unpredictable.

Please email info@northeastvelo.com for more information.

A Word about the Northeast Velodrome

In response to last week’s transition at the Londonderry Track in NH, I would like to assure everyone that we are planning to have a full season of training, racing and development programs for all ages and skill levels, including children and juniors. When the opportunity arose to lease the Velodrome property, I embraced the chance to enhance the offerings and build upon what Mr. Eberhardt began some 5 years ago. I understand that change can be uncomfortable, because it presents us with the unknown; I also know that with our resources, and the experience of Kurt Begemann as Track Director, we can exact a positive effect on Cycling in New England. There is a lot more than meets the eye here; unfortunately I am not at liberty to discuss many of the details for several reasons. Rest assured that we understand peoples’ concerns, and are happy to speak with you more offline. The new Northeast Velodrome website will be up and running in a few short days. There you will see information about our upcoming Track Clinic, the training and racing schedules for the year, and other pertinent information about the Track. We hope to see you soon—it’s going to be a great season. Please feel free to email me anytime. Thank you, Jeff Palter