The 5th race of the 2021 WC XCO Series takes place at Hemel & Aarde Valley, Hermanus, on 29 May 2021.
PLEASE NOTE LAP CHANGES ON PROGRAMME BELOW!
Online Entries
Online Entries can be done via the Enter Now link that can be found lower down on this page.
Online Entries: Online Entries close on 26 May 2021 at 12pm. NO LATE ENTRIES!
Competition Time: A pair of Oakley’s is up for grabs!!!
Cycling South Africa Membership and Licence Requirements: To register and race (and to qualify for regional or provincial colours), South African riders must hold a valid Cycling South Africa Membership or Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licence at the time of entry.
Juniors and Elites need to have Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licences and all other categories may have Cycling South Africa Memberships. For more information about Cycling South Africa, Click here
Please ensure that you have paid your Cycling South Africa fee. Kindly bring your printed Membership/Licence Card to registration.
Foreign nationals and others with valid reasons for not having Cycling South Africa Membership/ Licences may purchase a day licence at registration or via the entry process in order to race.
Race categories, Entry fees and Race times
Race categories are based on your 2021 Birthday Age and not on your current age. For example, if you are now 10, but turning 11 on 20 December 2021, you are a Sprog Girl for all 2021 races.
Regions
To qualify for WC Colours Awards, you need to enter your Region correctly during the race entry process. And, the Region that you select during the entry process, must be the same as the Region that you have on your Cycling SA profile. Please check and correct you CyclingSA profile if necessary.
To check your Region, click your maps below:
Programme:
W-Cape XCO 5-2021 Programme V04
Course:
WC XCO #5 Short Course
WPMTBC only take possession of the track being utilized on the commencement of the official practice and at that stage will offer the necessary marshaling and medical services.
Technical/Feed zones: There will be two Technical & Feed zones which will operate back-to-back on the start field. Entrance to these zones will be restricted.
Host
Overberg Cycling Association
Sponsors
This event is made possible by:
Winter Track League
Cape Metropole (WP) is proud to reveal its dynamic racing format for the inaugural Winter Track League series starting in June 2021. Action packed racing over six rounds the series will see the top riders emerge as winners in their various categories. First event of the series will take place on 5 June at the Bellville Velodrome.
Due to restrictions that have been imposed insofar as numbers of participants, staff and support that we are allowed to have at an event, we unfortunately cannot allow any spectators.
League Format
The Winter Track League is a league format where every round will feature the same race programme. Riders score points across the six rounds in either the Sprint or Endurance category. Each category has two different types of races in which competitors can accumulate points: Sprinters will race in both Chariot and Match sprint while Endurance riders will race the Elimination and Scratch.
League format is where every round will feature the same race programme. Riders score points across the six rounds in either the Sprint or Endurance category. Competitors can accumulate points in each category.
A new addition to the series is the scooter race where riders ride behind the scooter for a certain amount of laps ( eg 20 laps behind scooter) at a constant pace and then the remaining laps they race. Rider/riders are allowed to ride their own race if they don’t want to stay behind the scooter. A maximum of 1 Lap behind the scooter per rider is allowed.
Points allocated as follows: 5, 3, 2, 1 for first 4 riders. There is racing for all categories, from novice to Elite riders.
Prize money will be awarded for the overall standings at the end of the series.
League Program
Winter Track League Program 2021
Registration & costs
- R100-00 Open/Vets & Ladies. Late entries R120-00
- R80-00 Youth. Late entries R 100-00
Race Entry
Please enter by making a deposit into the bank account below. Use your full name as reference number.
Account Name – Western Province Cycling Association
Bank – Standard Bank
Account Number – 200957988
Branch Code -051001
Account Type – Current Account
Reference – YOUR FULL NAME & SURNAME
PLEASE TAKE NOTE OF THE FOLLOWING:
All events will run strictly according to the Covid-19 regulations as set out by government.
The WC XCO Champs will be taking place at Oakhill Sports Campus, Knysna on 26 June 2021.
Online Entries
Online Entries are now closed.
Online Entries Close: Wednesday, 23 June 2021
Late Entries: No late entries
Cycling South Africa Membership and Licence Requirements: To register and race (and to qualify for regional or provincial colours), South African riders must hold a valid Cycling South Africa Membership or Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licence at the time of entry.
Juniors and Elites need to have Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licences and all other categories may have Cycling South Africa Memberships. For more information about Cycling South Africa, Click here
Please ensure that you have paid your Cycling South Africa fee. Kindly bring your printed Membership/Licence Card to registration.
Foreign nationals and others with valid reasons for not having Cycling South Africa Membership/ Licences may purchase a day licence at registration or via the entry process in order to race.
Compulsory Practice: It is compulsory for Nippers and Sprogs to practice the course at the official practice on the day before the race (Friday) and checking will be done. This is for their safety – to give parents and riders the opportunity to identify which obstacles riders are not competent to ride and to ensure that they do not get lost on route !
Race categories, Entry fees, Race times and Event info:
Race categories are based on your 2021 Birthday Age and not on your current age. For example, if you are now 10, but turning 11 on 20 December 2021, you are a Sprog Girl for all 2021 races.
Regions
To qualify for WC Colours Awards, you need to enter your Region correctly during the race entry process. And, the Region that you select during the entry process, must be the same as the Region that you have on your Cycling SA profile. Please check and correct you CyclingSA profile if necessary.
To check your Region, click your maps below:
Programme:
Course and distances
OSC Track Short Long – WC Champs
Marking of the Track: Marking of the track and the construction of the race village will commence on Thursday prior to the event.
WPMTBC only take possession of the track being utilized on the commencement of the official practice and at that stage will offer the necessary marshaling and medical services.
Technical/Feed zones: There will be two Technical & Feed zones which will operate back-to-back on the start field. Entrance to these zones will be restricted. Please apply for access at registration.
Sponsors
League #2
Due to Level 4 lockdown regulations racing came to an abrupt halt, however we managed to come up with a plan to start racing again. Racing will now be split into 2 sessions, with session 1 starting from 12h00 – 13h30 which will cater for the Scholars (Cat C&D) and session 2 starting from 14h00 – 16h00 for the Elites/Vets/Ladies (Cat A&B) respectively.
Event Regulations
Very important information: In line with the Level 4 regulations we are allowed to have 50 people inside the venue. With that said, NO SPECTATORS will be allowed inside the venue. Only riders and managers will be allowed inside. Security will not allow anybody access who should not be there. Its imperative that we all adhere to the rules if we want to continue with racing at the Velodrome. Apart from the medical services, no parking inside the venue to avoid people from slipping in.
Program
Here’s the program of the event. Take note of the start times for each session. Track League Program 2021
Race Entries
Please enter by making a deposit into the bank account below. Use your full name as reference number.
Account Name – Western Province Cycling Association
Bank – Standard Bank
Account Number – 200957988
Branch Code -051001
Account Type – Current Account
Reference – YOUR FULL NAME & SURNAME
Registration & costs
- R100-00 Open/Vets & Ladies. Late entries R120-00
- R80-00 Youth. Late entries R 100-00
PLEASE ADHERE TO COVID19 RESTRICTIONS AND REGULATIONS.
The WC XCM Champs will be taking place at Doringlaagte, Montagu on 4 September 2021.
Online Entries
Please see the Enter Now link below.
Online Entries Close: 1 September 2021 at 13h00. No LATE ENTRIES will be accepted!
Cycling South Africa Membership and Licence Requirements: To register and race (and to qualify for regional or provincial colours), South African riders must hold a valid Cycling South Africa Membership or Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licence at the time of entry.
Juniors and Elites need to have Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licences and all other categories may have Cycling South Africa Memberships. For more information about Cycling South Africa, Click here
Please ensure that you have paid your Cycling South Africa fee. Kindly bring your printed Membership/Licence Card to registration.
Foreign nationals and others with valid reasons for not having Cycling South Africa Membership/ Licences may purchase a day licence at registration or via the entry process in order to race.
Race categories, Entry fees, Race times and Event info:
Race categories are based on your 2021 Birthday Age and not on your current age. For example, if you are now 10, but turning 11 on 20 December 2021, you are a Sprog Girl for all 2021 races.
Regions
To qualify for WC Colours Awards, you need to enter your Region correctly during the race entry process. And, the Region that you select during the entry process, must be the same as the Region that you have on your Cycling SA profile. Please check and correct you CyclingSA profile if necessary.
To check your Region, click your maps below:
Programme:
See event info and race times under ENTER NOW link above
Course and distances
65km
48km
32km
17km
Sponsors
The Finale
The final leg of the Winter Track League (shortened due to Covid) will take place on 12 October 2021 at the Bellville Velodrome. This will be the last chance for riders to get themselves ready for the upcoming Western Cape Track Championships taking place end of October.
Event Regulations
Apart from the medical services, no parking inside the venue to ensure that everyone adhere to Covid 19 regulations.
Race Program
Here’s the program of the event. Winter Track League Program Event 3
Race Entries
Please enter by making a deposit into the bank account below. Use your full name as reference number.
Account Name – Western Province Cycling Association
Bank – Standard Bank
Account Number – 200957988
Branch Code -051001
Account Type – Current Account
Reference – YOUR FULL NAME & SURNAME
Registration & costs
- R100-00 Open/Vets & Ladies. Late entries R120-00
- R80-00 Youth. Late entries R 100-00
PLEASE ADHERE TO COVID19 RESTRICTIONS AND REGULATIONS.
Western Cape Cycling is proud to announce its annual Track Championship for 2021. The Western Province Cycling Association has again offered to host the event at the “house of pain”, the Bellville Velodrome.
Covid 19 Regulations
We are still required to adhere to the COVID-19 regulations that have been published by the Department of Sport and Culture. To this end we require that all cyclists maintain social distancing while not racing. The use of masks prior to the start of the race is compulsory. You will be required to have your temperature taken at the entrance to the Registration Venue.
It is imperative that we adhere to the social distancing protocols. We are looking at ways to work within the bounds laid down by CSA and the Department of Sport and Culture to ensure that we can hold a successful event.
Dates and times
- Saturday 30 Oct 2021 – at 09h00
- Sunday 31 Oct 2021 – at 10h00
Entries
Entries close Sunday 24 October 2021
Elite, Juniors and Masters (No additional team entry fees): R 300.00
Scholars: R 250.00
No late entries at all
Payments can be made by direct deposit or using EFT into the following account.
Account Name - Western Province Cycling Association Bank - Standard Bank Account Number – 200957988 Branch Code -051001 Account Type – Current Account
Use your name and surname as reference
Please mail your name/surname together with your age category and events you intend to compete in directly to track@wpcycling.com
NOTE: PAYMENT ON THE DAY IS NOT ALLOWED!
Start lists will be drawn up in advance. You need to pay the entry fee before the closing date and make sure that your payment is completed.
Trouble with your CSA Membership or License?
New membership or licenses, including renewals, can be purchased online on the CSA membership page at https://www.cyclingsa-events.co.za/app/.
Venue
The event will be hosted at the Bellville Velodrome.
Program
The latest Program of WC Champs 2021 – is now available. This program is subject to change. The latest official version is always available first at https://wpca-test.idealogic.co.za.
Track Cycling Handbook
Please pay attention to the handbook especially part 6.2 relating to the new racing season starting on 1 October annually. Track Cycling Handbook_2021 V2
Collection of Race Numbers
A valid Cycling SA membership/proof of license must be presented on collection. Numbers must be collected at the event registration table from 8h00 on 30 October and 9h00 on 31 October 2021.
Pursuits and Team sprints
Teams must submit their names at registration and Madison numbers can be collected on
Sunday 31 October 2021.
Parking
All riders will have to park outside in the public parking areas. Inside parking is reserved for officials and organisers.
Security has been instructed not to allow unauthorised vehicles inside the stadium. This is to allow emergency vehicles unobstructed access.
Please contact track@wpcycling.com in advance for disabled/elderly people access.
BCC is back
Bellville Cycling Club is hosting a track classic at the Bellville Velodrome on 15 December 2021 starting at 7pm sharp. Most probably the last before the BIG ONE later this month in Paarl.
This event promises to be a TOP CLASS event with a prize fund of R5000 . The event will run on a omnium basis for all categories and will cater for sprinters and endurance riders. Points to the first 4 riders in each category – 5, 3, 2, 1 respectively.
Race entry
Entries will be taken on the day of the event. Entry fee is:
- Scholars/Cat C,D – R80
- Cat A, B – R 100
Program
Herewith the program of the event: BCC Track Classic 15 Dec 21
Covid 19 Protocol
Please adhere to all safety protocols and wear your mask at all times, maintain social distance
The 1st race of the 2022 WC XCO series takes place at Bloemendal, Durbanville on 12 February 2022.
Online Entries
Online Entries are closed
Online Entries Close: Wednesday, 9 February 2022 @ 12:00
Late Entries: No late entries!
Cycling South Africa Membership and Licence Requirements: To register and race (and to qualify for regional or provincial colours), South African riders must hold a valid Cycling South Africa Membership or Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licence at the time of entry.
Juniors and Elites need to have Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licences and all other categories may have Cycling South Africa Memberships. For more information about Cycling South Africa, Click here
Please ensure that you have paid your Cycling South Africa fee. Kindly bring your printed Membership/Licence Card to registration.
Foreign nationals and others with valid reasons for not having Cycling South Africa Membership/ Licences may purchase a day licence at registration or via the entry process in order to race.
Compulsory Practice: It is compulsory for Nippers and Sprogs to practice the course on the day before the race (Friday) and checking will be done. This is for their safety – to give parents and riders the opportunity to identify which obstacles riders are not competent to ride and to ensure that they do not get lost on route !
Programme: Race categories, Entry fees, Race times and Event info:
W-Cape XCO 1-2022 Programme V03
Race categories are based on your 2021 Birthday Age and not on your current age. For example, if you are now 10, but turning 11 on 20 December 2021, you are a Sprog Girl for all 2021 races.
Regions
To qualify for WC Colours Awards, you need to enter your Region correctly during the race entry process. And, the Region that you select during the entry process, must be the same as the Region that you have on your Cycling SA profile. Please check and correct you CyclingSA profile if necessary.
To check your Region, click your maps below:
Course and distances
Marking of the Track: Marking of the track and the construction of the race village will commence on Thursday prior to the event.
WPMTBC only take possession of the track being utilized on the commencement of the official practice and at that stage will offer the necessary marshaling and medical services.
Technical/Feed zones: There will be two Technical & Feed zones which will operate back-to-back on the start field. Entrance to these zones will be restricted. Please apply for access at registration.
The 2nd WC XCO race takes place at Rhebokskloof, Paarl on 12 March 2022.
Online Entries
Online Entries Close: Wednesday, 9 March 2022
Late Entries: Late entries can be done on Friday at registration at an additional R50. Late entries will not be seeded!
Cycling South Africa Membership and Licence Requirements: To register and race (and to qualify for regional or provincial colours), South African riders must hold a valid Cycling South Africa Membership or Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licence at the time of entry.
Juniors and Elites need to have Cycling South Africa Full Racing Licences and all other categories may have Cycling South Africa Memberships. For more information about Cycling South Africa, Click here
Please ensure that you have paid your Cycling South Africa fee. Kindly bring your printed Membership/Licence Card to registration.
Foreign nationals and others with valid reasons for not having Cycling South Africa Membership/ Licences may purchase a day licence at registration or via the entry process in order to race.
Compulsory Practice: It is compulsory for Nippers and Sprogs to practice the course on the day before the race (Friday) and checking will be done. This is for their safety – to give parents and riders the opportunity to identify which obstacles riders are not competent to ride and to ensure that they do not get lost on route !
Programme:
W-Cape XCO 2-2022 Programme V02
Race categories, Entry fees info:
Race categories are based on your 2021 Birthday Age and not on your current age. For example, if you are now 10, but turning 11 on 20 December 2021, you are a Sprog Girl for all 2021 races.
Regions
To qualify for WC Colours Awards, you need to enter your Region correctly during the race entry process. And, the Region that you select during the entry process, must be the same as the Region that you have on your Cycling SA profile. Please check and correct you CyclingSA profile if necessary.
To check your Region, click your maps below:
Course and distances
LONG:
MIDDLE:
https://www.trailforks.com/ridelog/planner/view/294015/
SHORT:
Marking of the Track: Marking of the track and the construction of the race village will commence on Thursday prior to the event.
WPMTBC only take possession of the track being utilized on the commencement of the official practice and at that stage will offer the necessary marshaling and medical services.
Technical/Feed zones: There will be two Technical & Feed zones which will operate back-to-back on the start field. Entrance to these zones will be restricted. Please apply for access at registration.
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