So the impact of the rain on cycling … depends. Unfortunately, Peel’s Harvey Team Series Race 3 this weekend has been canceled due to weather.
There seems to have been different views regarding the rain when it came to the WA Cyclocross Numbat Cup #5 that ran last weekend (see results and photos here and here).
“The cyclocross on the weekend was horrible.”
“Mud cravings satisfied.”
“Reports from others about the swamp like conditions was that they had a lot of fun playing in the mud. Some saying they’ve never seen so much mud. From the pictures no one was spared.”
If you are interested in racing, there are lots of opportunities. There is the Collie to Donnybrook for the road, the WA Cyclocross Championships and Masters racing most weeks.
All the details regarding upcoming racing below. Do get in touch via the Facebook, website or the race@southperthrouleurs.com.au email if you are interested.
Racing this weekend – If you want to race, or get in on the action watching others race, read on.
1. WCMCC Dwellingup – Graded Handicap Road Race
2. PDCC Harvey Teams Series – Round 3 (28/Jul – cancelled)
3. 2024 AusCycling WA Cyclocross Championships (4/Aug)
4. CCC 99th Collie to Donnybrook & Return Cycling Classic (17/Aug)
SPR Van will be onsite for the 99th (100 next year!) Collie to Donnybrook.
Juniors Ride — Unfortunately, the weather tomorrow around 10/11am looks to be wet and for this reason I decided to cancel our weekly appointment (again 😢).
We’ll have to wait another week and hope for better weather.
From the Ride Coordinator — Let’s be mindful of the recent rain that’s swept through our region. While it’s refreshing for nature, it does mean our roads are now littered with debris, increasing the risk of punctures. Remember to pack your essentials – spare tubes, tire levers, plugs, pumps, and CO2 canisters – and ensure you’re familiar with how to use them.
The unsettled weather might also thin out our usual group, leading to a mix of abilities among riders. Let’s adjust our pace accordingly, aiming for a safer and more inclusive ride. It might mean taking it easier than planned, but it’ll ensure everyone has a great and incident-free cycling experience.
Please note, the development group currently runs 2nd and 4th Saturday of the month.
IMPORTANT: We have changed the start time of our Sunday Hills rides back to our winter time of 7am. Take note 🥶
Saturday 27th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (cityside) at 5:30am
- Early lap – earlybird 40.93km spr special
- All rides start at Coode St carpark at 7:00am
- Development group – novice shelley 36.06km spr saturday (this week)
- Transitional 1/2 – Trans Benara 39.90km SPR Saturday
- Fast, Main – Abernethy Rd 48.21km SPR Saturday
Sunday 28th July
- Rides start at Coode St carpark at 7:00am (WINTER TIME)
- Rides start at Coode st carpark at 7:00am (WINTER TIME)
- Development group – coffee ride
- Short Hills (Social) – Canning Mills Welshpool 67.83km SPR Sunday
Monday 29th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am
Tuesday 30th July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (city side) at 5:30am
Wednesday 31st July
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am
- Ride starts Raffles bike pathat 5:30am
- Interval training – stock road repeats
- Rides start at Coode St carpark at 10:00am
Midweek Transitional – Trans Shelley Midweek SPR 29.58km
Thursday 1st August
- Ride starts under the Narrows (city side) at 5:30am
Friday 2nd August
- Ride starts under the Narrows (Sth Perth side) at 5:30am