Tuesday 24 June 2014

Killynure - League#7 (24th June 2014)

Back to business this week after the relaxed spin and BBQ of last week. Weather conditions were reasonably calm but also dull and cloudy.

Mechanical of the night went to Glen Pollock who experienced chain problems with his Madigan TT bike. A close runner up was Peter Morrison who had a team of mechanics servicing his Argon in the Carryduff pit lane minutes before the start. Hopefully they found Morrisons "missing" rear brake.

Good performances are not normally mentioned in this blog lest people develop big(ger) egos. However, Mr. Kanes sub 17:40 time seems a bit special and worth a mention. Just being called "Mark" seems to be worth 30 seconds in a TT.  Also, in the "super-duper-vintage" vet category it is great to see Messrs McHenry and McGuicken putting in big performances and useful times.

Finally just a mention of thanks to our sponsor McConvey cycles. Their sponsorship provides some cash which goes towards the prizes at the end of the season. Please visit their shop on the Ormeau road and mention the TT league. Ask for "Mike Millar" in McConveys for some TT advice.

Results

Girls
Judith Lonnen     00:21:51
Emma Kerr         00:24:12
Ali McConnell     00:24:54

Boys
 
Mark Kane         00:17:35
Mark Millar       00:18:59
Vaughan Purnell   00:19:09
Peter Morrison    00:19:26
Gavin Browne      00:19:48
Enda Marron       00:20:03
Michael Sinton    00:20:45
Mark Hanna        00:21:58
Desi McHenry      00:23:04
Peter McGuicken   00:24:00
Conor Preshaw     00:24:12
Glen Pollock      dnf

TT Training 2019

2019 Rules

You must have a TI licence (a training licence is sufficient), be a member of a triathlon club and have working front AND rear lights on your bike. Cycling helmets are also mandatory. For events marked (ATH) - this means it is an athletes TT, meaning that no TT equipment should be used, such as TT bikes, TT bars, aero helmets etc. You can of course turn up with TT equipment, however, you should be prepared for general teasing and mickey taking as the penalty for doing so!

As we are riding on public roads, the rules of the roads apply. The committee have notified the PSNI of our plans for the season; being seen and riding safely are of paramount importance - these events are very enjoyable and will improve your time trialling, but we should all stay safe when participating in them and we all have a responsibility to ensure that this happens.

Calendar

August

27 - Titanic (Head to head final)

September
3 - Drumbo Hill Climb