Christmas Hamper Race - Sunday 14 Dec 2008 Note: Senior Race starting at New time of 11.45!!
Directions to Race
Offical Launch Photo!
Last Year's winner Vinny Kelly followed by Vinny Cronin in second and Sean Kelly in third.
Details Sign on: 11am Where: Wallaces/Wexford Youths Football Club Categories: Pros, Vets, Senior A,B & C, Juniors and Underage. The Route: 4.9 mile circuit x 5 laps
Racing Schedule:
11.15am - U-12 &14’s.
11.45pm- Vets/Seniors/Juniors and U-16’s (U16’s are off with the first Senior group)
12.00pm - U-10s
1.30pm - Tot’s race. The race is by invitation only and is open to the following Clubs: Wexford Wheelers Slaney CC Barrow Wheelers South East RC Murphy and Gunn Comeragh CC Dan Morrissey / Carrick Wheelers
A cycling Ireland club racing licence is required!
The following have been invited and will most likely compete! Sean Kelly Vinny Kelly Kieran Power Brain kinealy Frank O'Leary
After the Senior event there will be a prize giving for the following: Christmas hamper race. Liam Bennet time trial league. Bike shop league. Club person of the year.
New Club Jersey!
After
622 meetings, the black v’s white debate, the black vote, the surprise
French vote, the sponsorship debate, global warming, the dummy
spitting, the boxing, the wrestling and the handbag throwing it is
finally here!!!!!
Our new jersey design!
So here it is!
Ready?
Da da!
We feel we must issue a health warning with this jersey! It may be dangerous when you wear it,
Women may run at you uncontrollably! Cars might collide into you mesmerised by your new shear beauty! Other cyclists may try to hurt you driven and enraged by their jealousy!
On the positive side, women may run at you uncontrollably!
A big thank-you to Martin Gill, the committee members and the jersey sub committee for all their hard work. DCU Cycling Cyclocross Race; Super Cross Cup 2008 Rnd 4
St Anne's Cyclocross Race hosted by DCU Cycling Club: Date: 14th December, Course open from 10:30am
The
final round of the Super Cross Cup 2008 will take part in the scenic St
Anne's park in Raheny. The Park, the second largest municipal park in
Dublin, is part of a former 500 acre estate assembled by members of the
Guinness family, beginning with Benjamin Lee Guinness in 1835. But on
the 14th of December will see fast racing to sort out the final
standings in the Super Cross Cup.
Will you fall foul to the
surging Naniken River? Will you stop to visit the Herculanean Temple?
Or, will you just visit the Duck Pond?
Bring your fastest tires,
strip off all non essential parts, and warm up your running legs. You
will not be disappointed. True too the spirit of cross, and adding a
bit of Belgian flair, steps and run-ups are the name of the day with
fast linking stages in-between. This course will make you suffer. But
sure that's what cross is all about.....isn't it?
Details: Underage (excluding under 16) - 12 noon All other Cats - 1pm (Cross and MTB)
Directions: From M50/M1/N32 Junction 1. Head southwest on M13.0km 2. Continue on N1/Swords Rd0.3km 3. Turn left at Collins Ave W/R1032.9km 4. Turn left at Howth Rd/R1050.3km 5. Turn right at Castle Ave0.1km 6. Turn left at Vernon Ave0.6km 7. Turn right to stay on Vernon Ave0.2km 8. Turn left at Mount Prospect Ave1.5km 9. Turn left0.5km
We
still have some free places available on the forthcoming First Aid
course being run by the Track Commission .The course will take place
next Saturday the 6th of December in the Sport Hall within the grounds
of Presentation Bray (same venue as the sign on for the Shay Elliott
prior to it moving to the new Bray Club Hse.) It will run from
9.45am to 5.00pm, the cost is €15 which includes lunch and if you can
bring a yoga mat, rug or towel it would be great. As it's a Sport
Hall please ensure you wrap up well for the day and Certifications of
participation will be issued.
This coure will be
directed towards cycling, but will cover all aspects and although it is
being run by the Track Commission, it is not limimted to Track riders.
It is open to any Cycling Ireland or IVCA member. This is an idea
opportunity to upskill and to become as asset to your club.
Please contact me if interested
Will Byrne Track Commission 086 8047839 Stretching, Core Strength & Resistance Training for Track Riders - 27 Nov 08
The
1st of two winter training sessions will take place on Mon 8th Dec at
The West County Hotel from 7.30 to 10.00 (upstairs in the Phoenix
room). Another will follow on in late January/ Early February. This
course is in conduction with the Track Commission and is Open to all
Senior and Veteran riders who must be members of Cycling Ireland. This
is a Track Specific training session, however some aspects will cover all competitive cycling
This primary session will cover: Stretches for cyclists to keep supple and injury free. Core Strength exercises for power and stability. Resistance Training for non Gym members. Early winter Gym program for experienced weight lifters. Specific training for older riders. This is a training session so involvement will be required. Please dress in clothes and shoes suitable for unrestricted exercise. You will need to bring an exercise/yoga mat and an exercise ball in order to take part. If you don't have an exercise ball they can be bought for about EUR10. Size 65cm. Blow it up before you come. As this is a training evening don't forget to bring some nutrition for during and post exercise. Cost will be EUR10. Please book in advance as numbers are limited.
Program
7.30 Stretching - Why do any? 8.00 Core Strength - The greatest limitation. 8.30 Tea, Coffee and Biscuits 8.45 Core Strength/Resistance Training - Putting them together 9.20 Early winter programme for Gym and Non Gym members - Don't waste time on unnecessary exercises. 9.50 Q & A
Coach/Session Leader - Terry Cromer Any questions you can contact Terry at terrycromer@mac.com or 087 2056740 Please
call Will Byrne on 086 8047839 or e-mail at will@kingscroft.ie to book
place. Places are limited so please do not hesitate.
Please Note : This is not a sit and listen session. Stretching and Core Strength exercises can only be learned by doing under supervision.
Condolences
Island
Wheelers CC (Coalisland, County Tyrone) extend their condolences to
your Club on the tragic death of one of your young members, Josh
Carberry. Josh was a relative of our Club sponsor and Club member
Declan Mc Shane. Declan attended the funeral on Thursday.
The death of anyone so young in such circumstances is always a great
tragedy and difficult to come to terms with. Our prayers are with Josh
and his family at this sad time
Yours in sport
Peter Corr Secretary Island Wheelers CC
Tragic Loss - 17 Nov 08
We
received very sad news today. Josh Carbery died tragically this morning
aged only 16 years of age. Josh was a fantastic young man and a very
strong cyclist. He will be sadly missed by his many friends in the
club.
Our thoughts and prayers are with his family tonight. May he rest in peace.
Arrangements:
The
family of Josh Carbery have requested that Wexford Wheelers form a
guard of honour at his funeral Mass on Thursday, 20th November at
10.30am, Murrintown Church.
The presence of all members who can make themselves available would be appreciated.
Web Text Alert - 7 Nov 08
We have sent our first web text alerts this week.
If you did not receive one and would like to, please Email us with you name and number! If
you did receive one and would like to be removed from the distribution
list! Please text back with your name and the words ”I’m calling the
police!”
Martin O'Loughlin Training Camp - Day 1
Training Spin
Date: Saturday 8th November Sign On: 9-9.30am Location: Weigh bridge Spin: Enniscorthy - Ross and Back
The underage are encouraged to join the spin at Ballinaboola at 11.30am
Afternoon Session
Underage: 2.30 - 3.30 Seniors: 3.30
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Martin O'Loughlin Training Camp During
the weekend of the 8th and 9th of November Martin O'Loughlin is coming
to Wexford to do a training camp with the Wexford Wheelers on either
Saturday or Sunday, depending on the weather forecast for those days.
The day of the training camp will be decided on the basis of the
previous Thursday's forecast.
This camp is open to members from
clubs in Co. Wexford and is limited to 20 cyclists (for safety
reasons)and it is aimed at people (Seniors, Juniors, Underage,
Veterans) who want to plan, prepare and train for the racing
season ahead. This is one of a series of three coaching days with
Martin (the current national veterans' champion and winner of a host of
a/b/c races this season and a qualified coach), the second being
intended for the end on December, while the third will take place
before the beginning of the racing season in the Spring.
The
first day's training will consist of a road trip (as outlined below),
and less fit riders, younger juniors and younger underage riders can
meet this training group for the last hour of the ride. The afternoon
session will take place in the Volunteers Football Club club-house in
Mannix Place (just off John's Street). The first hour of this is
intended specifically for under-age and juniors, should the demand be
sufficient.
For further details ring Conchubhar at 086-1591910.
Requirements 1. Bike in good working order 2. Helmet 3. Suitable on-the-bike foods and energy drinks 4. Be in reasonable fitness depending on your goals for next year? 5. A heart rate monitor if you have one.
Coaching Day 1
1. Bike Spin Emphasis on correct position/pedalling/cadence/pacing. Riding as part of a training group. Techniques for getting out of the saddle and climbing. Heartrates.
2.Talk Feedback from spin. Clothing. Hydration. Energy products. Evaluation/Analysis of 2008 season Identifying goals for 2009. Aims of winter training. Road, turbo, MTB training. Off-bike training. Sample training programmes. Introducing HR zones, VO2 & lactate threshold. Developing power. Stretching, massage. Winter medical overhaul. Benefits of physiological testing. Vitamins and supplements. Weight loss.
Coaching Day 2 in December
1.Bike spin Including paired sprints, single legwork, VO2 work.
2.Talk Feedback
from spin.
Bike handling. Stepping up a gear from Christmas onwards. Interval training - Road/Hills/Turbo Planning for the season. Pros & cons of upgrading equipment. Preparing for illness. Injury prevention. Weight loss. Individual analysis of physiological tests. Sample training programmes.
Coaching Day 3 in February
1.Bike spin Specific intervals. Echelons. Optimising breakaway situations with 3, 4 or 5 riders.
2.Talk Feedback from spin. Final month of pre-season training. Overall plan for the season. Macro and mesocycles. Tapering for a big event. Race tactics. Positioning. Developing speed. Preparing for stage races. Maintaining mental freshness in mid-season. League races - pros & cons Time trial training. Regaining lost form. Your race bag. Coping with pre-race nerves & sleep loss. Sample training blueprint.
1. All participants are responsible for their own safety.
2. All participants (cycling) must at all times obey the rules of the road.
3. Each participant is responsible for their own fitness/health to take part in the camp.
4. WEXFORD WHEELERS will accept no responsibility for accidents or injury to participants during the camp
The under age and the less fit can join the spin during the latter part of the journey.
COST 20 EURO NON CLUB MEMBERS 10 EURO FOR CLUB MEMBERS 5 EUR0 FOR UNDERAGE
Weekly People Column by PRO Brendan Ennis - 13 Oct 08
Wexford
Wheelers held their AGM last Friday. It was well attended and new
officers were elected with Paddy Kinsella assuming the role of Chairman
for the next year.
2008 was reflected upon as a good year for
the Wheelers with many cyclists competing well in open races and Martin
Misgajski becoming Leinster Road Race Champion.
Numbers have been high on Sunday tours and the club has been well represented at national touring events.
Recent
years, under the chairmanship of Pat Geoghegan, have seen great
advances made such as open racing in Wexford with the Frank O’Rourke
Memorial Race, the now annual Christmas Hamper Race and the Tour of
Loch Garman. It is hoped that the work he put in initiating these
events will serve the well for many years to come.
Did you know
that the first cycling club in Wexford was formed in 1880. A special
cap had to be worn by its members and no-one could take part in outings
without wearing the cap with ‘W.B.C.’ on the peak.
The club had
its rooms in Monck Street and starting time for each ‘meet’ was 4
o’clock in the evening. The first outing or tour began at the monument
on 8th March, 1880 and was lead by Mr. R.H. Shaw. The tour was over 15
miles and was a success. Cycling was confined to men and when the first
ladies took to the wheels there was consternation. Letters were written
to the local papers deploring the ‘forward hussies’ in defiance of all
the queenly traditions of their sex and indeed cycling sport. However
cycling soon became a popular pastime for men and women.
Like
many things, Wexford Wheelers have move with the times and everybody is
welcome to join us on our Sunday tours. We meet at the Bullring at
9.30am. All that is required is a roadworthy bike and a helmet. Weekly People Column by PRO Brendan Ennis - 7 Oct 08
Wexford
Wheelers cyclists featured prominently in last week's Noel Redmond
Memorial Race hosted by Slaney Cycling Club on the extended Old Dublin
Road circuit. Race winner Cathal Redmond (South East Road Club)
narrowly pipped Leinster and County Wexford Champion Martin
Mizgajski (Wexford Wheelers) on the line for a hard earned victory
having ridden hard to take back the three minutes handicap of the
earlier starting group. Frank Dunne (SCC) was third with Frank O'Leary
(Bray Wheelers), Conchubhar O Crualaoich (WW) and Denis McCarthy
(Murphy & Gunn) fourth, fifth and sixth respectively.
The
local competition season came to a close on Sunday last with Slaney
Cycling Club hosting a 5 mile time trial from Oylegate to Enniscorthy
for the James Butler Cup. Denis McCarthy (M&G) won the event in 11
mins 50 secs. Paul Bracken (SERC) was second and Patrick Dobbs was
third. Mick O'Flaherty (WW) was the first unplaced C rider and
Shane Kelly (SCC) was the first unplaced Junior. First novice and
vet. prizes went to Jonathan Brady and Willie Roche (both SCC)
respectively and Mylie Kavanagh (SCC) was first over 50 Underage
prizewinners were Patrick Dobbs Jnr, Fionn Jordan, Billy Cooney, Simon
Duggan, Kyle Murphy, Andrew Bracken, Tony Breen, Darragh O'Flaherty and
John Clancy.
The next local competitive cycle will be the
Wexford Wheelers Christmas Hamper Race in December on Sunday, 14th
December. Further details will issue closer to the event.
Next Sunday, 12th October, there will be a Coffee Kids Charity Cycle starting in Oylegate. The
Coffee Kids is an exceptional charity whose work amongst the
villagers and coffee workers of the plantations of Nicaragua is
inspirational. The building of schools and co-ops in these impoverished
coffee villages to help these resilient and resourceful people has been
mainly done through fund raising. All local cyclists are asked to turn
up for a leisurely cycle and at the same time help those worse off than
ourselves, even in these uncertain times.
Sign-on will be at
Slaney Inn Car Park, Oylegate, Co Wexford at 9 45am. Entry fee 10 euro.
All proceeds/donations go directly to the Coffee Kids Charity
(www.coffeekids.org <http://www.coffeekids.org/>)
Route 1.
100kms: Oylegate-Enniscorthy-New Ross- Wexford (Barntown
Roundabout) and back to Oylegate where refreshments will be served in
the Slaney Inn.
Route 2. 60kms: Oylegate-Enniscorthy-Ballymackesy-Adamstown-Carrigbyrne-Barntown roundabout and finish in Oylegate. Route details may change depending on weather conditions.
Wexford
Wheelers hold their AGM next Friday, 10th October at 7.30pm in the
Riverbank House Hotel. All members and intending members are requested
to attend. Important issues pertaining to the running of the club,
including election of officers for the next year, will be addressed.
Quick Recovery - 6 Oct 08
Quick
recovery to Luke who cracked his collar bone while playing rugby last
week! The only upside is that the rest of us will get a rest on the
tour as the average speed will come down by 10 mph while he is away!!!
Hope to see you back soon. Christmas Party 2008
We
are still hoping to have our Christmas party on December 19th at the
Riverbank. We would ask if you are interested in attending please bring
35 Euro with you to the AGM. If you can’t make the AGM, but would like
to book a place please drop us a mail or give Martin Gill a call.
Pictures sent in by Martin Mizgajski - 1 Oct 08
Thanks for the great pictures Martin. Sorry about the delay in posting but we had some technical difficulties with the site yet again.......!!!!Please keep the pictures coming!!!!!
Martin x 2
Sprint Finish - Martin and Cathal!
County Winners - Murt, Martin and Cathal!
Wexford County Championships 2008 - 22 Sept 08
Martin Mizgajski Senior County Champion and Bill Jordan, County Champion (vets) in Enniscorthy on Sunday
Picture kindly stolen from Slaney Cycling Club www.slaneycyclingclub.com
Local Polish Man is County Champion
Martin Mizgajski Senior County Champion and Bill Jordan, County Champion (vets) in Enniscorthy on Sunday
Martin
Mizgajski has become the first foreign national to win the Wexford
County Champion road race. This victory comes at the end of a hugely
succesful season, that also saw him take the Leinster Champion’s title
in Dundalk at the beginning of this month.
Earlier in the
year, he also took the National Hill Climbing Champions title (category
B) which was held in Mamore Gap, Donegal. All in all its been a
relentlessly run of success this year for the adopted New Ross man.
“I’ve
won a number of cash prizes, but I much prefer to get a cup. The
Leinster Championship was dedicated to the memory of Paddy Neary and
the cup dates back to 1966. It feels very special to be included in a
list of champions that goes back that far. It makes me feel connected
to the local history.” And so it should, when you think of it Martin is
writing himself into the local history books afterall.
Martin’s
story is one of hard work and total focus. Indeed its an inspiration to
anyone who has come to live here, or indeed for any of us who have ever
lived abroad.
He took part in his first triathalon competition
aged 16. “It wasn’t always about winning,” he says, because at this
time, Martin recalls he was the last person to leave he water. He made
sure he finished the race nonetheless. “Its important psychologically
to do this,” he still maintains.
Following a short stint
working in the local police station, Martin decided to leave home and
see what Ireland had to offer himself and his girlfriend Editha. (this
is the same girlfriend he cycled to see in Amsterdam, from Poland. At
that time he cycled 400km a day for 3 days, carrying a 30kg backpack
that included the water he needed for the trip! Anyway, it must have
been worth it, because the 2 married in 2006)
Upon first
arriving in Ireland, Martin found work in a bar, but soon found his
fitness slipping away due to the difficult working hours, and adjusting
to the local diet! He was determined to win back his previous form and
by 2006 he was in full training for the Ironman competition.
Just
to remind readers, the Ironman consists of 3.8km swim, 180km bike and
42.2km run. Martin again made history in becoming the first New Ross
man to complete the distance.
To give you an idea of the
training commitment that was involved in preparing for such an event:
he was training on average 5 hours a day, 2 hours cycling, 2 hours
swimming and 1 hour running, 7 days a week. On top of all this while
undertaking all this training, he was holding down a job that entailed
shift work and varied sleep patterns. And all this in a country that
was new to him, at a time when he was only slowly but surely building
up new friendships, when you think of it, it really adds up to a
remarkable achievement.
The training he was doing at the time
was good for stamina, less so for speed. In the meantime, his approach
to training has shifted somewhat. His training more recently has become
more scientific, and he says he trains harder and that re incorporates
more rest into his regime, and consequently, gets better results. To
give you a taster of some of his routine, he has been know to cycle up
Brandon House hill 10 times in a row, all out as an interval training
to build power.
So what’s next for New Ross’s golden-boy? As ever, Martin’s not short on ambition or plans. He’s
looking wistfully at a few stage races next year, that is races that
will run over a number of days, such as the Gorey 3 day, the Hill
Climbing Championships and on to the National Championships, where he’d
love to gain a podium place. I know for one, once he sets his goal, I
wouldn’t put money against him.
Martin would like to thank his sponsors The Power Centre, Woodbine Industrail Estate for all their help. Weekly People Column by PRO Brendan Ennis - 22 Sept 08
Wexford
Wheelers’ Martin Misgajski added another title to his list as he won
the Wexford County Cycling Championship last Sunday. Already Leinster
Champion, Martin was part of a three man breakaway which formed early
in the race, hosted by Slaney Cycling Club, over 3 laps of a 14 mile
circuit in the Enniscorthy/The Ballagh/Oulart area. Cathal Redmond
(South East Road Club) and Murt Doyle (Slaney Cycling Club) were the
others in the break. This trio finished two minutes ahead of the
chasers and an exciting sprint saw Martin, Cathal and Murt come in
first, second and third respectively.
Alex Williams (SCC) pipped
Conchubhar O Crualaoich (WW) on the line for fourth place. Conchubhar’s
fifth place was noteworthy as he opted to enter the senior race
although eligible for the Vets’ class. Bill Jordan (SCC) is the new
County Vets. Champion as he beat Stephen Kelly and Paddy Dunne (both
SCC) to the line in their 2 lap race. Orwin Moynagh (SERC) won the
junior race from Luke Maguire (WW) and Andrew Bracken (SERC). Another
great performance by Luke as he only entered the junior race as there
was no underage race – he will not be a junior cyclist for another two
years. There was also a race for novices and the first three were
Owen O’Shea (SERC), Jonathon Brady (SCC) and Hugh Byrne (Barrow
Wheelers).
If Wheelers had a prize for long-distance cyclist
of the year, it would be awarded in 2008 to John O’Flaherty. He set
himself a challenge to cycle from his home in Kilmore Quay to Galway, a
distance of 160 miles. On a Thursday in early September he rose to his
own challenge and completed the trip in ten hours. Well done John.
All
Wexford Wheelers please note that the AGM will take place on Friday,
10th October at 7.30pm in the Riverbank House Hotel. Officer and
committee positions will need to be filled so everyone is asked to
consider taking a turn in getting involved in running the club.
There were twelve riders on last Sunday’s tour which was lead by George Ryan. AGM -10th October
All members, elections, moaning, giving out, wrestling etc. Usual stuff!
Christmas Hamper Race
Date set for Sunday 14th of December. Kitestown circuit!
Christmas Party 2008 - Dec 19th
Drink, dirty women and more drink! Well, the drink is obviously mandatory but the women are reserved for Martin Gill!
We
are hoping to have a Christmas party on December 19th at the Riverbank.
Cost is 35 Euro per person for dinner and entertainment. Partners and
wearing your cycling gear is strictly prohibited!
We will be
taking numbers at the AGM on the 10th of October. We need about 20 to
book, so please consider it otherwise you may be as depressed looking
as Patsy below!
Sean Kelly Tour 2008
Mark, George, Michael, Gary and some really angry depressed looking guy!!!!!
Leinster Champion 2008 - Martin Misgayski How proud are we to say that this guy cycles for our club!!! Well done Martin!!!
