Cape Winelands Cycling is hosting the Western Cape Road and TT Championship, and also incorporating the Cape Winelands Road & TT Championship from Saturday, 20 January 2018 to Sunday, 21 January 2018.

Number collection

You race numbers can be collected in advance;

Date: Friday, 19 January
Venue: Windmeul Cellar, Paardeberg (Use the navigation map above)
Time: 15h00 – 18h30

Or on the day, starting at 06h00 each day.

Timing Chips

Riders with a Mobii timing tag assigned to their name should bring this along. Do not another person’s tag, as your time will then not be recorded. Please get your tag tested at number collection, as the batteries do run flat even when not used. We do not support RaceTec tags!

Riders without a Mobii can collect one at number collection, preferably on Friday, so not to be rushed. Riders must pay R100 IN CASH and is refundable at the end of the event. These tags cannot be purchased (they are not ours to sell).

Managers Meeting

All managers must report to the manager’s meeting, which will take place at 07h30 on Sunday morning at the start line. Please bring along your valid CSA Managers License for verification.

Additional information

Find below the welcome letters from CSA President and WC Cycling President, as well as additional information and race rules.

• Additional Information (PDF)

CSA Membership and licenses

This is a provincial race and sanctioned under Cycling South Africa, therefore the applicable rules by CSA, and by extension the UCI, will apply.

Participants are encouraged to have a CSA Full Domestic Racing License to qualify for titles, medals and jerseys, but the alternatives are listed below. In each case a reference to the CSA General Organisation of the Sport, Part 1, applies;

• CSA Membership
  • Masters (as per 1.3.2.2 and 1.3.2.2.1) – Master (Veteran) cyclists do not require a Full Racing Licence in order to be eligible to participate in the Provincial Championships but are required to hold Full Racing Licence in order to be eligible for medals, provincial colours or a podium position in the Provincial Championships;
  • Others (as per 1.3.3.2) – A cyclist holding a Membership Licence may compete in Provincial Championships but will not be eligible for a medal, jersey or podium position. In this race we have no other special provisions in terms of recognition for CSA members.
• Day Licenses (as per 1.3.4.2):  In all other events [non-national events], cyclists may participate with a Day Licence, issued by the relevant Provincial Body. 

However, as per 1.3.2.2: Cyclists in the Elite, Under 23 and Junior age categories are required to be in possession of a Full Racing Licence when competing for prize money in any cycling event sanctioned by Cycling SA or in the Provincial or National Championships within these respective age categories.

Route

Road Race

The road race circuit is a 25km loop, starting from Windmeul Primary School and runs in a counter-clockwise direction. Use the interactive map below to explore the circuit.

TT Circuit

The time trial circuit is an out-and-back along Vryguns Rd and applies to all categories. The start and finish will be at the same location in all cases.

Times

Time Trial on Saturday, 20 January

Road Race on Sunday, 21 January

UPDATED: Start groups and times

Time Trial Start List

The start list for the time trial can be found here:

** Time Trial Start List (PDF) (Update 4)**

Change history

The following changes have been applied since initial publication;

• Update 1: u/11 and u/13 distances increased to 10km.
• Update 2: Order of u/23 Men changed
• Update 3: Order of u/23 Men changed
• Update 4: Fixed unintended reshuffle of Vets start times. Now similar to Update 1.

Road Start List

Find below the latest start list for the road races on Sunday.

** Road Start List (PDF) **

There is still about 5 people missing on this list and we will update that Saturday afternoon due to errors during registration. It it is you, do not stress, we will have you on the start list Sunday morning.

Start and Finish Area

The start line will be on Vryguns Road, just off the R44. Please note there will be no parking along this section of road. See parking instructions below.

Parking

Parking will be provided on the premises of Windmeul Kelders / Cellars. Access the parking from Vryguns Road.

Note that no parking along Vryguns Road will be permitted at any time.

Entry

Entries for this event is now closed.

No more entries will be considered; no later entries nor entries on the day can be accommodated.

Cape Winelands Cycling is hosting the Western Cape Road and TT Championship, and also incorporating the Cape Winelands Road & TT Championship from Saturday, 20 January 2018 to Sunday, 21 January 2018.

Number collection

You race numbers can be collected in advance;

Date: Friday, 19 January
Venue: Windmeul Cellar, Paardeberg (Use the navigation map above)
Time: 15h00 – 18h30

Or on the day, starting at 06h00 each day.

Timing Chips

Riders with a Mobii timing tag assigned to their name should bring this along. Do not another person’s tag, as your time will then not be recorded. Please get your tag tested at number collection, as the batteries do run flat even when not used. We do not support RaceTec tags!

Riders without a Mobii can collect one at number collection, preferably on Friday, so not to be rushed. Riders must pay R100 IN CASH and is refundable at the end of the event. These tags cannot be purchased (they are not ours to sell).

Managers Meeting

All managers must report to the manager’s meeting, which will take place at 07h30 on Sunday morning at the start line. Please bring along your valid CSA Managers License for verification.

Additional information

Find below the welcome letters from CSA President and WC Cycling President, as well as additional information and race rules.

• Additional Information (PDF)

CSA Membership and licenses

This is a provincial race and sanctioned under Cycling South Africa, therefore the applicable rules by CSA, and by extension the UCI, will apply.

Participants are encouraged to have a CSA Full Domestic Racing License to qualify for titles, medals and jerseys, but the alternatives are listed below. In each case a reference to the CSA General Organisation of the Sport, Part 1, applies;

• CSA Membership
  • Masters (as per 1.3.2.2 and 1.3.2.2.1) – Master (Veteran) cyclists do not require a Full Racing Licence in order to be eligible to participate in the Provincial Championships but are required to hold Full Racing Licence in order to be eligible for medals, provincial colours or a podium position in the Provincial Championships;
  • Others (as per 1.3.3.2) – A cyclist holding a Membership Licence may compete in Provincial Championships but will not be eligible for a medal, jersey or podium position. In this race we have no other special provisions in terms of recognition for CSA members.
• Day Licenses (as per 1.3.4.2):  In all other events [non-national events], cyclists may participate with a Day Licence, issued by the relevant Provincial Body. 

However, as per 1.3.2.2: Cyclists in the Elite, Under 23 and Junior age categories are required to be in possession of a Full Racing Licence when competing for prize money in any cycling event sanctioned by Cycling SA or in the Provincial or National Championships within these respective age categories.

Route

Road Race

The road race circuit is a 25km loop, starting from Windmeul Primary School and runs in a counter-clockwise direction. Use the interactive map below to explore the circuit.

TT Circuit

The time trial circuit is an out-and-back along Vryguns Rd and applies to all categories. The start and finish will be at the same location in all cases.

Times

Time Trial on Saturday, 20 January

Road Race on Sunday, 21 January

UPDATED: Start groups and times

Time Trial Start List

The start list for the time trial can be found here:

** Time Trial Start List (PDF) (Update 4)**

Change history

The following changes have been applied since initial publication;

• Update 1: u/11 and u/13 distances increased to 10km.
• Update 2: Order of u/23 Men changed
• Update 3: Order of u/23 Men changed
• Update 4: Fixed unintended reshuffle of Vets start times. Now similar to Update 1.

Road Start List

Find below the latest start list for the road races on Sunday.

** Road Start List (PDF) **

There is still about 5 people missing on this list and we will update that Saturday afternoon due to errors during registration. It it is you, do not stress, we will have you on the start list Sunday morning.

Start and Finish Area

The start line will be on Vryguns Road, just off the R44. Please note there will be no parking along this section of road. See parking instructions below.

Parking

Parking will be provided on the premises of Windmeul Kelders / Cellars. Access the parking from Vryguns Road.

Note that no parking along Vryguns Road will be permitted at any time.

Entry

Entries for this event is now closed.

No more entries will be considered; no later entries nor entries on the day can be accommodated.

Another night of track racing is taking place on 8 May 2018 at the house of pain, Bellville Velodrome. With lots of action, combined with some hotspots in certain events, its gonna be a great night of track racing.

Program

For the program of the nights racing, click on the link: Track Classic #4

Points

Points standings as per category: Leader board Standings Per Category

Points standings as per club: Leader board Per Club 2018

European style racing comes to the tip of Africa – this twisting circuit has it all. Fast downhills, a lung bursting climb and a short flat section to regather your humour.

Please note – the distances noted below are not finalized and are currently TBC.

Registration and costs

Online entries received before midnight on THURSDAY 18th May will receive a discount of R70 per rider. After this time online entries will close and late registration will only be possible on the day at the event.

The event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2018.

Course and distances

• Category 1 –  66kms
• Category 2 – 56kms
• Category 3 – 42kms)
• Women – 36kms

 Times

• 08h00 – Women
• 09h10 – Category 3
• 10h30 – Category 2
• 11h00 – Category 1

Parking

Parking will be CONFIRMED.

Entry

Entries on the day will cost R250, so register online and save.

This event was initially was going to take place in the suburb of Duynefontein on the West Coast but the Cyclopaths Cycling Club have stepped up to the plate to take ownership of the date and the event. Incorporated into the Kelfords – Cycle Family Fest –  will be the WP Cycling Road Racing League. The event will be dedicated to raise funds for Youth Cycling in the greater Cape Town area.

Racing on the 27th May will cater for all Youth Age categories, Women, Cat 1,2,3 and Open.

Registration and costs

Online entries received before midnight on THURSDAY 24 May will receive a discount of R70 per rider. After this time online entries will close and late registration will only be possible on the day at the event.

The event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2018.

• Juniors and Development cyclist – entry fee R50. Please note that the names of Development cyclists must be forwarded to cyclopathsclub@gmail.com before the event takes place.
• Open Race entry fees – R100

Juniors, Development and Open participants must report and register at the dedicated table for these events. The registration tables will be clearly marked.

Categories

• Category 1 – 1 hour
• Category 2 – 50 mins
• Category 3 – 40 mins
• Women – 40 mins
• Youth u19 – 40 mins
• Youth – u17 – 35 mins
• Youth – u15 – 30 mins
• Youth – u 13 – 20 mins
• Youth – u11 – 20 mins
• Open – 40 mins

Prize Money

Cat 1 – 1st place R800 , 2nd R600, 3rd R400

Cat 2 – 1st place R700 , 2nd R500 , 3rd R300

Cat 3 – 1st place R600 , 2nd R400 , 3rd R200

Women – 1st R800, 2nd R600 , 3rd R400.

 Times

Registration opens:      06H30am (Cat 1, 2 and 3 registration opens at 9H00)

Under 11 & 13 Boys and Girls      07H45

Under 15 Boys and Girls              08H15

Under 17                                          08H50

Under 19                                          09H30

Open Cat                                         10H15

Cat 3 and Ladies                           11H00 with a 5 minute head start for the ladies.

Cat 2                                                11H50

Cat 1                                                12H45

Parking

Parking will be at the PIT area behind the Clubhouse.

Entry

Entries on the day will cost R250, so register online and save.

The Sports Trust is hosting another exciting Community Cycle Race on Youth Day, Saturday 16 June 2018 at Orchards Primary School, Sunnyside Orchards, De Doorns. Two race distances will be available, plus many other activities.

Times

Registration Start: 07:00 – 08:00

46 km Race

Briefing at 08:15

Start of Race: 08:30

15km Race

Briefing: 08:45

Start of Race: 09:00

Prize Giving

12:00 at Orchards Primary School

Entry

Entry is open to all age groups.

All scholars are free.

Entry on the day.

Other Activities

• 5km Fun Walk/Run , Riel Dancers demo from Bo-Vallei Farm
• Raffle Draw for 2 bikes from Ben Bikes, Face Painting, Jumping Castle,
• Netball and Soccer matches, SCORE Zumba Dancing,
• 69ers Motorbike Club showcase

Food and beverages will be on sale at the venue.

Organisers and contact details

For More information contact Sharief Peters +27 (0)82 926 9402

Quintin Verrooi +27 (0)79 194 9952

Sponsors

We wish to thank our sponsors Cape Winelands District Municipality and Ben Bikes.

The 7.7 kilometre Atlantis circuit can be described as the The Fastest Flattest road race in the Cape. All sprinters will be duty to gain valuable points in their categories. Early online registration closes on the 14th June.

Please ensure that you choose the correct category to race in. Please familiarise yourself with the criteria for the categories.

Category Criteria – it is not sporting to race in a category where your standard is way above the average for that category – https://wpca-test.idealogic.co.za/uncategorized/autumn-and-winter-league-2016-criteria/

Youth Categories

Entries for the Youth Ages (u15,u17,u19) will be taken on the day at a dedicated registration table for Youth entries.

Registration and costs

Online entries received before midnight on THURSDAY 14 June will receive a discount of R70 per rider. After this time online entries will close and late registration will only be possible on the day at the event.

The event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2018.

Course and distances

• Category 1 – 77 kms
• Category 2 – 70 kms
• Category 3 – 54 kms
• Women – 54 kms
• Youth – u17,19 – 54 kms
• Youth – u15 – 38 kms

• 08h00 – Category 3 , Women , u15 – to race separately
• 09h30 – Category 2 , u17,u19 – to race separatly
• 11h00 – Category 1

Parking

Parking will be in Neil Hare Road and Charles Piers Road

Entry

Entries on the day will cost R250, so register online and save.