Ride Routes 11 – 17th February

This year has seen a real increase in the local racing opportunities across the summer season, and it looks like we are going to finish the season with a bang. Within SPR, we’ve seen a real increase in race participation across the grades – many regulars plus lots of new participation – I want to send out thanks to Steve and the Race Subcommittee for fostering both a competitive spirit combined with support for those new to racing. As ever, please get in touch if you are interested or have any questions.

And if you take a look at the interim points for the AusCycling WA 2023 Criterium Series after Round 2 you will see the green well represented. Kudos all.

I would also like to send out thanks to Peel District Cycling Club, Roues Chaudes Cycling Club and Northern Beaches Cycling Club for putting on some most excellent racing. Thanks also to AusCycling and WestCycle.

Don’t forget we have another round of the State Criterium Series put on by Northern Beaches this weekend.

And coming up we some huge races coming up in March with the final in the State Criterium Series (Burswood Criterium – Midland Cycle Club), also Renae’s Race (Roues Chaudes) and the Perth City Criterium Championship (tickets open tomorrow).

Talk about options for racing.

Daniel

SPR Chicks Dinner at Dusk (Point Walter Edition) — SPR Chicks are heading to Dinner at Dusk – Point Walter on Sunday 19th Feb!

Due to the popularity and feedback from the last food truck night, this event is open all members and their families.

If you would like to ride across to Point Walter, pub ride style, meet at Coode St carpark for a 5pm departure. We’ll swing by Raffles and collect along the way, ideally getting to Point Walter for 5:30pm.

Alternatively, meet us there at 5:30pm.

Don’t forget sleeves if it’s cool, a blanket to sit on, and lights for riding home.

Coffee Shop Etiquette — Each and every Saturday, SPR descends on Dome Westralia Square en masse to enjoy the company and hospitality put on offer. I for one, enjoy the opportunity.

However, may I take this opportunity for a gentle reminder to think and be considerate. Keep in mind that whilst most locals know what 8:30am on a Saturday morning looks like at Dome, there are often travellers in town or others not used to our cycling habits. So please – stay dressed, think about the fact that there is a lot of lycra in one place and be considerate of the fact that Dome is a family friendly restaurant.

  

Kit Sale — MAYEUR have just added a limited range of spare ‘series 1’ SPR clubline kit to their webshop.

There’s limited sizes available, but it’s a great opportunity to grab a bargain on some of the original range, with the prices all reduced by 50%. All orders of the original range will be postage only.

www.Mayeur.cc/collections/south-perth-rouleurs

*The shop will open again for sale of the updated range on 18th Feb – 5th March, for delivery mid April.

Racing this weekend – If you want to race, or get in on the action watching others race, read on.

1. NBCC State Criterium Series

2. WCMCC Kewdale Criterium (2 Race Tour- 2nd Part)

3. RCCC Renae’s Race 2023 (Coming up 26/Feb!)

4. MCC Burswood Criterium (Enter now for March!)

 

From the Ride Coordinator — Judging by the numbers we’re seeing in the groups, we’re in peak riding season. More riders out there means more concentration required on the bike to avoid the most common cause of crashes – inattention.

A reminder too to ensure your bike is well maintained – either by yourself or your local bike shop. Tyre, brake pads, derailleurs and shifters are the most obvious, but all bearings, cables, chains, and even the frame itself need regular checking. If you hear something strange on a bike in the group, let the rider know – they might not have noticed. If necessary pull over with them when it’s safe to do so, and investigate further. Better safe than sorry.

Saturday takes the main groups back to an old favourite – mainly because it’s short and flat – Canning Vale & Welshpool. Take extra care along William Road (after Albany Hwy), there are a few small roundabouts, and listen for guidance from the ride leader on when to go in single file.

Sunday’s Long Hills takes us up Turner Rd – a testing 2.5km climb on a mostly unused pitted old road in Roleystone with heaps of character. If you don’t mind venturing off the beaten track, give it a go.
Stay safe and enjoy the (slightly) cooler weather.

Saturday 11th January

Sunday 12th February

Monday 13th February

Tuesday 14th February

  • Ride starts under the Narrows (city side) at 5:30am
  • Ride starts Frasers ave at 5:45am
    • Development group – interval training kings park

Wednesday 15th February

  • Ride starts Raffles bike path at 5:30am
  • Rides start at Coode St carpark at 10:00am
    • Midweek Transitional – <returns March 2023>

Thursday 16th February

Friday 17th February