Tuesday 12 June 2018

Killinchy TT 12th June

Great to see a good turnout this evening despite the late change of venue. The events of the weekend have focused minds somewhat and there is a consensus that we need to review how we run the TTs from a safety point view to ensure that we all are able to continue this great event as safe a manner as possible.

It was agreed that we will go ahead with the group ride as planned next week followed by the barbecue at Desi's house. If all riders could give a thought to how we can improve upon our own safety between now and then, we can discuss the best way forward as a group. If you can't make the BBQ, then please email though all ideas, regardless of how outlandish they may seem to Gary beforehand.

Vaughan and Enda continue to be the Hamilton and Vettel of the TT world with two blistering times with a mere 20 seconds between them. A similar battle is developing between Frank, Steve and Desi all finishing with a minute of each other with Frank shading it this week.

Leeanne mentioned she joined so that she could improve, which is the main reason that we exist, apart from the friendly rivalry of course, and improve she did, taking over a minute from her first journey from Ballygowan to Killinchy! Well done Leeane :)

Vaughan - 21:12
Enda - 21:32
Frank - 25:00
Steve - 25:12
Desi - 25:47
Emma - 26:35
Mark - 26:43
Peter - 28:18
Leeanne - 32:08

Earning marshall points this week were Glen and Gary.

Next week, the group ride will start at 6:45pm at the Carryduff lay-by, followed by the BBQ at Desi's place.


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