Manitoba Cycling Association

2Wheel Revolution - Fatbike #2
2017-02-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Winnipeg)
Presented by 2Wheel Revolution and sanctioned by the Manitoba Cycling Association, there will be a “3 event” Fatbike series this winter that you won’t want to miss!
There will be a $10/per race registration discount for all MCA licensed members. The Annual Manitoba Citizen license is only $65.00 and can be purchased (Here)

January 15 – Falcon Ski Hill
February 12 – Bison Butte
March 19 – Birch Ski Hill

Visit the 2Wheel Revolution site for Event Details and Registration (Here)

Annual 2017 Bike & Gear Swap
2017-03-11 10:00 - 17:00
Buyer Information CLICK HERE
Seller Information CLICK HERE
Retail Shop Information CLICK HERE

2Wheel Revolution - Fatbike #3
2017-03-19 08:00 - 17:00

MTB Commissaire Training
2017-03-25 09:00 - 13:00
A full morning session that will prepare you to assist experienced Commissaires with the timing and results of a typical Mountain Bike race.
There will be pre-course material to complete (online training) before this morning classroom session.
Please email Karin McSherry ASAP mcdykers@gmail.com if you are interested in taking this training.
Without trained Commissaires – MTB races cannot happen. Thank you for your interest in giving back to this great sport!

Annual MTB Commissaire Briefing
2017-03-25 13:00 - 18:00
Annual MTB Commissaire Briefing

More information will be sent to the commissaires. Please stay tuned.
Organizer: Karin McSherry ph: 204-791-3195

Road/CX Officials Course
2017-04-01 08:30 - 16:30
The MCA is pleased to announce they will be holding a Road and Cyclo-cross Officials Clinic
In preparation for the Canada Summer Games Road Events this summer, the MCA is looking for individuals interested in becoming Road/Cyclo-cross Officials.
Training will take place at the Sport for Life Centre (145 Pacific Ave) on April 1 and 2, 2017 and will be offered free of charge. Upon successful completion, officials are required to maintain their license by committing to a minimum of 3 events each season.

Logistics:

Day I: Saturday April 01 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Day II: Sunday, April 02 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Location:

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue

Instructor:

Arlene Woodcock (National Road Commissaire, Canada Cycling Commissaire Learning Facilitator, Canada Cycling Chief Road/Cross Commissaire, Manitoba Cycling Association)

How to Register:

Email cyclingmb@gmail.com and provide your name and phone number. We will contact you to confirm. Space is limited. Please register by March 17!

Commissaires play a critical role in our sport, ensuring that cycling races are held in the best possible conditions and that races are run fairly by ensuring that the rules are uniformly applied.
The MCA is pleased to provide the entry level course for those that are interested in becoming a Commissaire.
The structure of the course is as follows:

Technical: 2 days of classroom training Practical Assessment – Officiate in a training capacity under the guidance of the instructor
The Technical Course will introduce you to the basics of being a Commissaire as well as fundamental officiating skills (e.g. Timekeeping, Finish Judging, equipment check, etc.) The goal of the training at this level is to build awareness and understanding of how to apply the regulations while learning to execute the officiating skills for the Road & Cross discipline competently. Upon completion of the course, each candidate will be expected to successfully pass a Practical Assessment via officiating in a training capacity under the guidance of the instructor.

Road/CX Officials Course
2017-04-02 08:30 - 16:30
The MCA is pleased to announce they will be holding a Road and Cyclo-cross Officials Course
In preparation for the Canada Summer Games Road Events this summer, the MCA is looking for individuals interested in becoming Road/Cyclo-cross Officials.
Training will take place at the Sport for Life Centre (145 Pacific Ave) on April 1 and 2, 2017 and will be offered free of charge. Upon successful completion, officials are required to maintain their license by committing to a minimum of 3 events each season.
Logistics:

Day I: Saturday April 01 8:30 am – 4:30 pm
Day II: Sunday, April 02 8:30 am – 4:30 pm

Location:

Location: Sport for Life Centre, 145 Pacific Avenue

Instructor:

Arlene Woodcock (National Road Commissaire, Canada Cycling Commissaire Learning Facilitator, Canada Cycling Chief Road/Cross Commissaire, Manitoba Cycling Association)

How to Register:

Email cyclingmb@gmail.com and provide your name and phone number. We will contact you to confirm. Space is limited. Please register by March 17!

Commissaires play a critical role in our sport, ensuring that cycling races are held in the best possible conditions and that races are run fairly by ensuring that the rules are uniformly applied.
The MCA is pleased to provide the entry level course for those that are interested in becoming a Commissaire.
The structure of the course is as follows:

Technical: 2 days of classroom training Practical Assessment – Officiate in a training capacity under the guidance of the instructor
The Technical Course will introduce you to the basics of being a Commissaire as well as fundamental officiating skills (e.g. Timekeeping, Finish Judging, equipment check, etc.) The goal of the training at this level is to build awareness and understanding of how to apply the regulations while learning to execute the officiating skills for the Road & Cross discipline competently. Upon completion of the course, each candidate will be expected to successfully pass a Practical Assessment via officiating in a training capacity under the guidance of the instructor.

Standard First Aid Training - April 8
2017-04-08 08:30 - 16:30
SORRY —-THIS CLASS IS NOW FULL, HOWEVER YOU CAN REGISTER FOR SUNDAY APRIL 9th CLICK HERE.

Standard First Aid Training – Saturday, April 8th
This is a 1 day course with an online component. You will have access to the online portion first, then attend the practical on April 8th at the Sport for Life Centre.
The course is limited to 12 participants. If the class becomes full, an additional practical course will be scheduled for April 9th.
Pre-registration is required.

Facilitator: Ruth Schappert
Cost $120.00

STANDARD FIRST AID - APRIL 9th
2017-04-09 09:00 - 16:30
Standard First Aid Training – Sunday, April 9th
This is a 1 day course with an online component. You will have access to the online portion first, then attend the practical on April 9th at the Sport for Life Centre.
The course is limited to 12 participants. Pre-registration is required.

Facilitator: Ruth Schappert
Cost $120.00

COACHING CLINIC: Community Initiation Training
2017-04-22 09:00 - 16:30, 2017-05-06 09:00 - 16:00
Let’s Ride! Community Cycling- Initiation (CCI) is the NCCP context for coaches who will primarily work with novice, pre-competitive cyclists at the community level, including participants in the Active Start, FUNdamentals and early Learn to Train stages of athlete development. The program is simple, based on a number of pre-designed lesson plans, and adaptable to the varying skill and ability levels of participants. The focus of the program is on having participants develop skills which are basic to MTB, BMX, and Road, in a controlled, off-road, off-trail setting such as a sport field or parking lot.
CCI training has two parts – the “Let’s Ride!” CCI workshop, and a Basic Bicycling Skills workshop. The first workshop provides information on ethical coaching, participants and their needs, basic practice planning, equipment and other important information for coaches of beginner cyclists. The second workshop provides an opportunity for “on-bike” practice in skill teaching and analysis, practice coaching and use of provided lesson plans. The community initiation classroom course must be completed before you complete the Basic Bike Skills workshop. On completion, coaches have “Trained” status in NCCP. Read more…
For further details please contact: Monika Robertson (Coach/Learning Facilitator) at mubouch@shaw.ca
Requirements to become a Community Coach: Coaching Standards Policy

ROAD - Spring Chicken Road Race (Cancelled)
2017-04-22 09:30
Due to weather, this event has been cancelled by the organizer. Our apologies for any inconvenience.

SPRING CHICKEN, PRESENTED BY DARK RED RACING
Race Bible: CLICK HERE
Race Registration: CLICK HERE
U18 Waiver: CLICK HERE
18+ Waiver: CLICK HERE
Race Organizer: Olli Hyytiainen, 204-470-6908, o.hyytiainen@gmail.com
Race Day Contact: Jason Howden, 204-223-4016
Please note: All participants under the age of 18 MUST have a waiver signed by parent/guardian to be eligible to race.
Still need a license? CLICK HERE

Bison Butte - Volunteer Monday (Apr 24 Postponed)
2017-04-24 18:00 - 21:00
Due to the weather forecast we are postponing our volunteer work night at Bison Butte. We will make an announcement on new date(s) asap.

Original Message:
Please note that ongoing scheduled maintenance activity at Bison Butte has commenced in preparation for the Canada Summer Games (July 28-Aug 13).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED:
DATE: Monday, April 24th (weather permitting).
TIME: Anytime between 6pm to 9pm
WHAT TO BRING:

Work Gloves/Hat
Water
Bug spray/Sunscreen
Equipment if you have: shovels, rakes, tampers, wheel barrows, brush cutters

PARKING:
We recommend that you park in the public parking area close to Tim Horton’s and walk to the top of the hill (East side). If you need to drop tools off that can’t be carried you can drop these at the base of hill.
VOLUNTEER SIGN-IN:
We ask that all volunteers sign-in at the northeast access. Please report to Alex Man upon arrival for work assignments.
Alex Man – Volunteer Coordinator 204-792-6931
PRIORITIES:

Spring cleaning of litter (Garbage bags will be provided)
Raking of ruts (Please bring rakes, shovels, tampers, wheel barrows)
Mowing weed thatch and raking (extra brush cutters welcome!)
Bridge replacement

ROAD - Training Criterium - POSTPONED
2017-04-26 17:30
Provincial Program Criterium Series
Dates:
1) Wed, April 26, 2017 – POSTPONED (Alternate date TBA)
2) Wed, May 10, 2017
3) Wed, May 24, 2017

Where: The Grande, Grande Pointe, located on the West side of the Grand Pointe Loop, along Hallama Dr. Sign in and registration will be at the entrance to The Grande in Grande Pointe at the corner of Penny Lane and Calla Drive
Host Club: Manitoba Cycling Provincial Program

Race Organizer: Jayson Gillespie (204-333-5503; cycling.coach@sportmanitoba.ca)

Race Categories & Race Start Times: Race(s) are open to Cat 3, Cat 4, Cat 5, and Citizen License holders. Citizen license holders will race with in the Cat 5 category.

Event 1: Cat 5 – 6:30pm
Event 2: Cat 4 – 7:15pm
Event 3: Cat 3 – 8:00pm

Race Format – Timed Raced:

Classification based on a riders position at the finish of the last lap
Primes may be offered at the discretion of the race organizer and event commissaire, and will take place on the finish line
Race Length:

Cat 5: 20min + 2 laps
Cat 4: 25min + 3 laps
Cat 3: 30min + 3 laps

– Lapped riders will not be allowed to contest any primes or finishes; however, they will be allowed to rejoin the main pack as long as they don’t interfere with the outcome of the race.

* The length of race listed above is an estimate; the race commissaires will determine the race length used the day of the race based on attendance, weather, and road conditions.

Race Course: The Grand Loop is approximately 1200m in length, running in a clockwise direction. Start finish is located approximately 300m north of the Calla Drive & Penny Lane corner.

Parking: Parking is available at the site, along Penny Lane, before Calla Drive.

Eligibility: The race is open to all those with a valid UCI/CCA/MCA license. MCA citizen license holders will participate in the category 5 race.

Cost: Payable to “Manitoba Cycling Association”. Costs are minimal to cover the expenses of hosting the races.

Youth (18 years or younger): $5
Adult (19+ years of age): $10

Race Day Registration: Race day registration for the Provincial Program Criterium opens at 5:45pm and ends 15min before your event start. Please print out and bring the entry form [hyperlink to the file] and waiver (18 and Older; U18) [hyperlink to each file], fill out, and bring with you to the race. You must present your race license, payment, entry form and waiver at registration to participate in the Provincial Program Criterium race. All participants under the age of 18, must have a parent signature on the forms to participate.

Cat 5 Registration: 5:45pm – 6:15pm
Cat 4 Registration: 6:15pm – 7:00pm
Cat 3 Registration: 7:00pm – 7:45pm

Courtesy and Safety: The course is semi-closed, with public access open to traffic but controlled by marshals. Signs will indicate that bike race is in progress, but be aware that marshals do not have authority to prevent people from entering the course. Keep your head up at all times. Be courteous to others.

Washrooms: No Washrooms are available at the course.

Race Cancellation based on Weather: The Provincial Program Criterium race will be cancelled if it is raining on the course at 6:00pm on race nights. We will update the Twitter Account (@ManitobaCycling) of any cancellations. If rain occurs during a race, the race will be stopped at the discretion of the race commissaire.

Complete Race Bible CLICK HERE

Forms:
– Registration Form CLICK HERE
– 18 & Older Waiver Form CLICK HERE
– Under 18 Waiver Form CLICK HERE

COACHING CLINIC: Basic Bike Skills Workshop
2017-04-29 09:00 - 16:00
Basic Cycling Skills is the required practical workshop for both the “Let’s Ride, Community Cycling Initiation” and the “Ready to Race, Introduction to Competition” coaching contexts. Read more (here)
Note: If weather conditions do not permit us to run this course your learning facilitator will be in contact to make alternate arrangements
For further details please contact Monika Robertson (Coach Learning Facilitator) at mubouch@shaw.ca
NCCP Overview (Click Here)
Coach Certification Requirements (Coaching Standards Policy)

ROAD - WOW (Women of Woodcock) Road Race
2017-04-30 10:30
Race Information CLICK HERE
To Register CLICK HERE
Club Website: www.woodcockcycle.com
Race Organizers:

Anne-Marie Palfreeman
Homephone: 204-254-4198
Cellphone: 204-291-5855
ampalfreeman@mts.net
Jane Payment
Homephone: 204-222-1721
Cellphone: 204-791-0252
paymentj@gmail.com

Canada Games Road Volunteer Meeting
2017-05-01 18:00 - 20:30, 2017-05-02 18:00 - 20:30
In preparation for the Road Test Event on May 13 there will be a volunteer training information session at Sport for Life Centre:
Volunteers can choose to attend the session on May 01 or May 02.

6pm-8pm
Sport for Life Centre/145 Pacific Ave
Meeting Room: theatre (in basement)
Bicycle storage is available (obtain key from reception)

For more information please contact:
Twila Cuthbert:​Officials Rep for Road, Crit and ITT. twila.katherine@gmail.com
or the MCA office at 204-925-5686

MTB - Wednesday Night Race Series #1
2017-05-03 17:30
Presented by the Mountain Bike Committee
Contact: Hal 204 299 5872
Race Bible: CLICK HERE
U18 Waiver: CLICK HERE
18+ Waiver: CLICK HERE
Please note all cyclists under the age of 18 MUST produce a signed waiver from a parent/legal guardian prior to the race.
Registration: CLICK HERE

Canada Games Road Caravan Training
2017-05-03 18:00 - 21:00
In preparation for the Road Test Event on May 13, Caravan training for cars and motorcycles will commence on Wednesday May 03 at 6pm.
Anyone interested in attending these sessions must register direct with the MCA office in advance (204-925-5686) no later than Tuesday, May 03 at 6pm.
Further Details here: Caravan Training

Commissaire Training: Level C Mountian Bike
2017-05-05 17:00 - 21:00
Level C Mountain Bike Commissaire Training
Details: CLICK HERE

MTB - Cup #1 Brandon
2017-05-07 08:30
Race Bible: CLICK HERE

Preregistration Deadline: Thursday, May 4th at midnight.
Race Website: CLICK HERE (please check race website for updates and changes)
Contact: Clayton Heppner – clayton@streamnwood.com or phone (204) 727-27-67
Directions: CLICK HERE

COACHING CLINIC - Basic Bike Skills
2017-05-07 09:00 - 16:00

ROAD - Training Criterium CANCELLED
2017-05-10 17:30
Provincial Program Criterium Series – CANCELLED MAY 10th!
Dates:
1) Wed, April 26, 2017
2) Wed, May 10, 2017 – Cancelled
3) Wed, May 24, 2017
Where: Location has been changed….please stand-by for new location details!
Host Club: Manitoba Cycling Provincial Program

Race Organizer: Jayson Gillespie (204-333-5503; cycling.coach@sportmanitoba.ca)

Race Categories & Race Start Times: Race(s) are open to Cat 3, Cat 4, Cat 5, and Citizen License holders. Citizen license holders will race with in the Cat 5 category.

Event 1: Cat 5 – 6:30pm
Event 2: Cat 4 – 7:15pm
Event 3: Cat 3 – 8:00pm

Race Format – Timed Raced:

Classification based on a riders position at the finish of the last lap
Primes may be offered at the discretion of the race organizer and event commissaire, and will take place on the finish line
Race Length:

Cat 5: 20min + 2 laps
Cat 4: 25min + 3 laps
Cat 3: 30min + 3 laps

– Lapped riders will not be allowed to contest any primes or finishes; however, they will be allowed to rejoin the main pack as long as they don’t interfere with the outcome of the race.

* The length of race listed above is an estimate; the race commissaires will determine the race length used the day of the race based on attendance, weather, and road conditions.

Race Course: The Grand Loop is approximately 1200m in length, running in a clockwise direction. Start finish is located approximately 300m north of the Calla Drive & Penny Lane corner.

Parking: Parking is available at the site, along Penny Lane, before Calla Drive.
Eligibility: The race is open to all those with a valid UCI/CCA/MCA license. MCA citizen license holders will participate in the category 5 race.

Cost: Payable to “Manitoba Cycling Association”. Costs are minimal to cover the expenses of hosting the races.

Youth (18 years or younger): $5
Adult (19+ years of age): $10

Race Day Registration: Race day registration for the Provincial Program Criterium opens at 5:45pm and ends 15min before your event start. Please print out and bring the entry form [hyperlink to the file] and waiver (18 and Older; U18) [hyperlink to each file], fill out, and bring with you to the race. You must present your race license, payment, entry form and waiver at registration to participate in the Provincial Program Criterium race. All participants under the age of 18, must have a parent signature on the forms to participate.

Cat 5 Registration: 5:45pm – 6:15pm
Cat 4 Registration: 6:15pm – 7:00pm
Cat 3 Registration: 7:00pm – 7:45pm

Courtesy and Safety: The course is semi-closed, with public access open to traffic but controlled by marshals. Signs will indicate that bike race is in progress, but be aware that marshals do not have authority to prevent people from entering the course. Keep your head up at all times. Be courteous to others.

Washrooms: No Washrooms are available at the course.

Race Cancellation based on Weather: The Provincial Program Criterium race will be cancelled if it is raining on the course at 6:00pm on race nights. We will update the Twitter Account (@ManitobaCycling) of any cancellations. If rain occurs during a race, the race will be stopped at the discretion of the race commissaire.

Complete Race Bible CLICK HERE

Forms:
– Registration Form CLICK HERE
– 18 & Older Waiver Form CLICK HERE
– Under 18 Waiver Form CLICK HERE

ROAD - Canada Summer Games Test Event. Registration Closed (Start list posted)
2017-05-13 08:00 - 17:00
Registration is now CLOSED
Start List (Click Here)
Location: Birds Hill Provincial Park, Winnipeg Manitoba
Cat 1/2/3 and Games eligible Men @ 10am
Cat 4/5 and Games eligible Women @ 2pm
Technical Guide: (HERE)
Parking:

Provincial teams and volunteers will park at the Pine Ridge Parking Lot (Enter through West Gate)
All other Athletes and Spectators park off the East Gate entrance across from Pope’s Hill
Reminder: Parking Pass is required and can be purchased at West Gate or at the 59er gas station.
Please note: There will be traffic delays once racing is in progress

Course Map: (Here)
U18 Waivers: (U18 Waiver (Road Test Event))
Race Package Pick-up:
Pick-up tonight at the Sandman Hotel (Winnipeg Airport) between 5-7pm (Details in Tech guide), or pick-up between 8-9am for the 10am race or 12-1pm for the 2pm race.

Coaching Clinics in Parkland (Russell) May 13 & 14
2017-05-13 08:00 - 17:00, 2017-05-14 08:00 - 17:00
Location: Russell Multiplex, 325 Main St N, Russell, MB R0J 1W0
May 13/17 – Community Initiation Cost $60
May 14/17 – Basic Bikes Skills Cost $60

Let’s Ride! Community Cycling- Initiation (CCI) is the NCCP context for coaches who will primarily work with novice, pre-competitive cyclists at the community level, including participants in the Active Start, FUNdamentals and early Learn to Train stages of athlete development. The program is simple, based on a number of pre-designed lesson plans, and adaptable to the varying skill and ability levels of participants. The focus of the program is on having participants develop skills which are basic to MTB, BMX, and Road, in a controlled, off-road, off-trail setting such as a sport field or parking lot.
CCI training has two parts – the “Let’s Ride!” CCI workshop, and a Basic Bicycling Skills workshop. The first workshop provides information on ethical coaching, participants and their needs, basic practice planning, equipment and other important information for coaches of beginner cyclists. The second workshop provides an opportunity for “on-bike” practice in skill teaching and analysis, practice coaching and use of provided lesson plans. The community initiation classroom course must be completed before you complete the Basic Bike Skills workshop. On completion, coaches have “Trained” status in NCCP. Read more…
For further details please contact: Monika Robertson (Coach/Learning Facilitator) at mubouch@shaw.ca
Requirements to become a Community Coach: Coaching Standards Policy

Basic Cycling Skills is the required practical workshop for both the “Let’s Ride, Community Cycling Initiation” and the “Ready to Race, Introduction to Competition” coaching contexts. Read more (here)
Note: If weather conditions do not permit us to run this course your learning facilitator will be in contact to make alternate arrangements
For further details please contact Monika Robertson (Coach Learning Facilitator) at mubouch@shaw.ca
NCCP Overview (Click Here)
Coach Certification Requirements (Coaching Standards Policy)

MTB - Wednesday Night Race Series #2
2017-05-17 17:30
Presented by: the Mountain Bike Committee and Woodcock Cycle Works
Contact: Jackson jackson.woodcockcycle@shaw.ca
Race Bible: CLICK HERE
U18 Waiver: CLICK HERE
18+ Waiver: CLICK HERE
Please note all cyclists under the age of 18 MUST produce a signed waiver from a parent/legal guardian prior to the race.
Registration: CLICK HERE

MTB - Cup #2 Grand Beach
2017-05-20 08:00
Presented by 2Wheel Revolution
Race Website CLICK HERE
Race Bible:CLICK HERE
Call Up List: CLICK HERE
Contact: Ryder Bishop email: ryder@2wheelrevolution.ca Phone: 204-296-7870
Registration: CLICK HERE
Waivers:

18+ Waiver (HERE)
U18 Waiver (HERE)

BMX Fun Skills Clinic
2017-05-24 06:30 - 20:00
BMX Fun Skills Clinic Dates
(For MCA Licensed Members only).
BMX Fun and Skills Clinics Dates:
Wednesday, May 24: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday, June 7: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday, June 13: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Wednesday, June 21: 6:30pm to 8:00pm
Location:
Bison Butte (Top of hill). Entrance to Butte off Trans Canada Trail
Cost: $2.00 per person/per clinic
Registration: Kids of Mud Club members should register direct with their Club. Club contacts should contact Dave Dorning in advance of the clinic to provide a list of members. All non-KOM members should contact Dave Dorning direct at bmx.mbcycling@gmail.com
What to Bring:

If you have a BMX bike and helmet in good working order please bring to the clinic.
If you do not have a BMX bike there is a fleet of bikes and helmets that the BMX committee will bring for you to try.
Everyone is required to wear helmet at all times.
Waiver signed by a Parent or Legal Guardian. U18 Waiver

Volunteers Needed:

Corners (3)
First Aid (2)
BMX Skills Coaches (3)
Staging/Gate (2)
Set up/Tear down (2)

Volunteers will be required for the above clinic dates from 6pm to 8pm.
If you have more questions about the clinic and/or can commit to one or all the clinics please email Coach Dave at Email: bmx.mbcycling@gmail.com
Thank you!
