Venue & Parking
Please use the Killarney Race Circuit South Gate (Motorcross Gate) – Parking will be available behind the new pit area – no access will be granted via Koeberg Rd Gate. No parking in the old pits area will be allowed – this are to be used for Criterium racing events.
Categories
The following racing and sanctioned categories will be able to take part;
- Cat 1 – A CSA full domestic racing license is required – typically PPA A seeding
- Cat 2 – CSA Membership is required – typically PPA B, C and D seeding
- Cat 3 – CSA Membership is required – typically PPA E and upwards seeding
- All Scholar age categories
Open categories;
- Open youth category to get those kids on their bikes
Times
Go kart track:
| Time | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 9.00am | u11 | 25 min |
| 9.30am | Open Youth | 30 min |
| 10.15am | u13 | 30 min |
| 11.00am | u15 | 35 min |
Main Circuit:
| Time | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 8.00am | u17 / 19 Handicap Race – details below | 40 min |
| 8.45am | Category 3 and Ladies Separate Race – details below | 45 min |
| 9.45am | Open Category | 30 min |
| 10.30am | Category 2 | 1 hour |
| 11.40am | Category 1 | 1h 15mins |
Late registration and sign-on all categories will start at 07h00. Late registration and sign-on will close 15 minutes before the start of each race.
Handicap Racing (Under 17 and 19)
The slowest group will start first, the second slowest group will start a few minutes behind and so on. The time intervals between the different groups is determined by the Handicapper. The Handicapper will take all sorts of things into consideration when determining who is to be in each of the groups and the start interval (riders’ previous race results, who in the various trade teams have entered, weather conditions, course profile, etc).
Separate Racing (Cat3 and Ladies)
The Category 3 and ladies will be on the circuit at the same time. Should the races merge at any time the race that is being caught must be neutralised.
Registration and costs
This event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2019. Online entries received before midnight on Friday, 24 May, will qualify for club and youth discounts. After this time online entries will close and late registration will be possible on the day at the event. No discounts will apply on the day.
IMPORTANT: You will be charged R50 for the annual WP Cycling Road League number!
This number will be used for ALL WP Cycling road races in 2019, including the scholars.
All league riders will need to purchase a new 2019 series entry, which includes a race number, at R50 when purchased online. This will automatically be added to your registration.
You can optionally purchase a Mobii timing tag if you would like to receive electronic timing and earn points at a cost of R150. No tag, no time.
Entries:
NOTE: Open categories can only enter on the day.
7 City Cycling & Athletic Club are travelling all the way from Cape Town to be the hosts of this WP Cycling Road League event.
The route is a mixture of rolling hills on the one side and a flat sometimes windy section called ‘Waaihoek’ on the other side. The race will cross the Breede River by using the low cement bridge. The weather looks great for Sunday so we shouldn’t experience any problems with the river crossing.
Registration and costs
This event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2019. Online entries received before midnight on Friday, 31 May, will qualify for club and youth discounts. After this time online entries will close and late registration will be possible on the day at the event. No discounts will apply on the day.
Course and distances
- Category 1 – 120 kms (3 x 40kms)
- Category 2 – 80 kms (2 x 40 kms)
- Category 3 – 80 kms (2 x 40 kms)
- Women and U/19G – 80kms (2 x 40 kms)
- Youth – U/17B, U/19 – 80 kms (2 x 40kms)
- Youth – U/15B – 40 kms (1 x 40kms)
Start times
Category 1 and U/19 Cat1 8h00
Category 2 and U/19 Cat2 8h10
Category 3 and Women Including U19 Girls 8h20
U/17B, U/17G and U/15 8h30
Registration and Parking
Registration and Parking will be at Die Eike Restaurant and Coffee Shop.
Entry
The Sports Trust is hosting another exciting Community Cycle Race on Saturday 8 June 2019 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 WP Cycling’s website or 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.
Ready to Race!
After a lengthy break we are back to racing again. Even though we are in the winter season its still a good time to keep the fitness level up to standard.
Prize money
To add some excitement to the racing you will have the chance of winning back your entry fee. Meaning if you win an event you will win back your entry fee. So the more races you win the more cash in your pocket! Only the winner of each race is eligible for prize money.
Program
Link to the program – Track classic #5
Leader Board
Here’s your category leaders!! – Overall Points Standings as at May
Hope to see you at the “Dome of Fun”
Cape Town Giants CC is again hosting this exciting criterium. This road event takes place right in the the heart of the southern suburbs at the Ferndale Industrial area. Criteriums are fast and exciting not only for the participant but also for spectators. All categories from under 11’s to the Elite cyclist are catered for. Refreshments will be available.
Registration and costs
This event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2019. Online entries received before midnight on Friday, 14 June, will qualify for club and youth discounts. After this time online entries will close and late registration will be possible on the day at the event. No discounts will apply on the day.
Course and distances
- Category 1 – 1 hour
- Category 2 – 45 minutes
- Category 3 – 35 minutes
- Women – 35 minutes
- Youth – u17,19 – 20 minutes
- Youth – u15 – 20 minutes
- Youth – u11,u13 – 20 minutes
Times (Provisional)
- 08h00 – u11 boys/girls , u13 girls
- 08h25 – U13 boys, u15 girls
- 08h50 – u15 boys, u17 girls
- 09h15 – u17 boys,u19 girls, u 19 boys (development)
- 09h45 – Category 3
- 10h25 – Ladies
- 11h05 – Category 2
- 12h00 – Category 1
Parking
Parking will be at the Ferndale Primary School.
Entry
2019
Western Province (WP) Mountain Bike (MTB) Cross Country Marathon (XCM) Series 2019 and WC MTB XCM Champs 2019
The Western Province Mountain Bike Commission is pleased to announce the details of the 2019 Western Province MTB XCM Series. These events will also be the basis of qualification for Western Province MTB Cross Country Marathon Colours.
Western Province (WP) Regional XCM Series:
The following four events will form part of the officical WP Regional XCM Series:
- 6th July: WP XCM #1 = Nissan Trailseeker #3 Hermanus
- 17th August: WP XCM #2 = Nissan Trailseeker #4 Wellington
- 31st August: WP XCM #3 = Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- 7th September: WP XCM #4 = Fedhealth MTB Boschendal
Western Cape XCM Championship’s:
- 31st August: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
Register for the Series if you answer YES to any of the following questions:
- Do you take your marathon cycling seriously?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to other Western Cape Cyclists?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to your age group?
- Do you want to earn Regional XCM Colours?
- Do you want to earn Provincial XCM Colours?
Please note the WP XCM series will only have one prize giving at the Western Province awards evening that is held at the end of the year. (i.e. no awards ceremony for WP series riders post every series race, only the events prize giving will take place)
Register by 30 June 2019 to be included in the XCM Series Log
Detailed information on each race can be found on the event organiser’s websites:
- Race 1 & 2: Nissan Trailseeker Series
- Race 3 and WC Champs: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- Race 4: Fedhealth MTB Challenge
WP XCM Regional Series Log
WP Regional Series Points System:
Series three best results of four or more events to count
- Top twenty positions per category to be given points
- For regional colours we apply the UCI MTB points system to each race
- A win receives 200, and then it goes down on a sliding scale 170, 150, 135, 125, 120, 115, 110, 105, 100, 96, 92, 88, 84, 80, 76, 72, 68, 64, 60
- Each rider’s top three result points are then added together
Qualification for regional colours through the WP Regional Series Log:
- Less than five participants per category – only first place qualifies
- Less than ten participants per category – only first and second to qualify
- Ten and greater than ten participants per category – top three to qualify
Qualification for Regional Colours through the Western Cape Provincial Champs: Thys du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge on 31st August 2019 in Hopefield, West Coast.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP regional XCM series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants. Participation in at least one WP/Cape Winelands XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP XCM Series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants. Participation in at least one WP XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
Qualification for Regional Colours through the SA National Champs: Nissan Trailseeker MTB series #2 Buffelsdrift SA XCM Marathon Championships 2019 on the 29th June 2019:
Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first five (5) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first six (6) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants.
Cyclists are advised to send their provincial XCM champs and national XCM champs results if it is applicable. Please email it to xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
Should any objection be raised as to the inclusion of a rider not included during an evaluation of the parameters above, the final decision by exception rests with the EXCO.
Please note the following:
- No individual can qualify for regional colours without a Cycling South Africa (CSA) license. Juniors and Elites are required to have domestic racing licenses.
- Any rider who wishes to be illegible for colours will be required to register for the XCM Series by 30 June 2019. REGISTER HERE (Button to click again)
- Please use the same name spelling to enter events and to register for the Series Log. Please ensure that your ID number is correct on all entry sites to ensure that we can gather event results into the Series Log.
- Colours are not awarded at any of the events.
- Colours will be awarded at a specific awards ceremony after the final results have been obtained and calculated.
- No rider under 19 may compete in the Full marathon race as per Cycling South Africa (CSA) rules.
- Parents are encouraged not to ride with children U/10 (Nippers) and U/12 (Sprogs) that have registered for the series and interfere in any way with the race outcome. There will be 2-3 marshals riding with these two age categories. Not all riders have parents that participate, and we are trying to create an environment that encourages fairness and growth. These marshals will assist the riders with technical problems with their bicycles en route.
- If a parent is found assisting a rider in any way that influences the result outcome, that rider will be reported to the Chief Commissaire (Race Referee).
- Parents may not ride with children U/14 (Sub-Juniors) and upwards that have registered for the XCM Series under any circumstances.
- Any rider who considers he/she has been prejudiced by any action during the competition may submit a protest to the Chief Commissaire after he/she has crossed the finish line. The rider must submit the protest in writing and it must be signed and presented within 15 minutes of the end of his/her race along with the minimum fee of R200 to the Chief Commissaire.
- Please make sure that you enter for the correct distance as per your age category. See the schedule below:
The Age Categories and Distances are as Follows:
| Category Codes | Year Born | Boys/Men Code | Girls/Women
Code |
Distances | Race |
| Nipper Boys and Girls (8 -10) | 2011 – 2009 | NB | NG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sprog Boys and Girls (11-12) | 2008 – 2007 | SB | SG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sub Junior Boys and Girls (13-14) | 2006 – 2005 | SJB | SJG | 11 – 35km | Half Marathon Short |
| Youth Boys and Girls (15-16) | 2005 – 2003 | YB | YG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Junior Boys and Girls (17-18) | 2002 – 2001 | JB | JG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Elite Men and Women(19+) | 2000 – 1990 | EM | EW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Sub Vet Men and Women (30-39) | 1989 – 1980 | SVM | SVW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Veteran Men and Women (40-49) | 1979 – 1970 | VM | VW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Master Men(50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MM | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon | |
| Master Women (50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MW | 26 – 60km | Half Marathon Long | |
| Grand Master Men and Women (60+) | 1959 – < | GMM | GMW | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
Should you have any queries, please email xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
Racing will be around the 25 kilometre Paardeberg Circuit. A mix of rolling hills and one or two tough climbs will appeal to all cyclists.
Early online entries close on midnight Friday 5 July 2019 – take advantage of the early online discount.
Registration and costs
Entry fee – R300 per rider
Early entries registered before midnight on 5 July 2019 will receive a discount of R100 per rider
Late Entries – R300 per rider
The event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2019
Course and distances
- Category 1 – 100 kms (4 x 25kms)
- Category 2 – 100 kms (4 x 25 kms)
- Category 3 – 75 kms (3 x 25 kms)
- Women and U/19 girls – 75 kms (3 x 25 kms)
- Youth – U/17 boys and U/19 development riders- 75 kms
- Youth – U/15 girls and boys plus U/17 girls – 50 kms
Times
- 08h00 – Category 1 and U/19 boys
- 08h10 – Category 2 and U/19 boys
- 08h20 – Category 3
- 08h25 – Women and U/19 girls
- 08h30 – U/17 boys and U/19 development boys
- 08h30 – U/15 girls and boys plus U/17 girls
Parking
Parking will be at the Perdeberg Cellar.
Entry
Late On the day entry will be taken at R300 on the day.
Registration and costs
This event forms part of the WP Road Racing League 2019. Online entries received before midnight on Friday, 26 July, will qualify for club and youth discounts. After this time online entries will close and late registration will be possible on the day at the event. No discounts will apply on the day.
Cost for open category – R50 per entrant
Registration will take place at Killarney International Raceway from 6h30 on the morning of the race.
Course and distances
Main Track
- Category 1 – 1h15 + 1 lap
- Category 2 – 1h00 + 1 lap
- Category 3 and Women – 45 min + 1 lap
- Open – 30 mins + 1 lap
Go-Kart Track
- U11 boys and girls + U13 girls – 25 min + 1 lap
- U13 boys and U15 girls – 30 min + 1 lap
- U15 boys and U17 girls – 40 min + 1 lap
Times
Main Track:
| Time | Category |
|---|---|
| 8h00 | U/17 boys and U19 development riders – 40 min + 1 lap |
| 8h45 | Category 3, Women and U19 girls – 45 min + 1 lap |
| 9h45 | Open – 30 min + 1 lap |
| 10h30 | Category 2 and U19 boys – 1h00 + 1 lap |
| 11h40 | Category 1 and U19 boys – 1h15 + 1 lap |
Please note:
U19 development cyclists are to compete with the U17’s. Any U19’s that have been competing in category 1 and 2 must remain there.
Category 3 and ladies will race at the same time. Whatever race is ‘caught’ will be neutralised until a sufficient racing gap has been re-established.
Go-Kart Track
| Time | Category |
|---|---|
| 9h00 | U11 boys and girls + U13 girls – 25 min + 1 lap |
| 9h35 | U13 boys and U15 girls – 30 min + 1 lap |
| 10h15 | U15 boys and U17 girls – 40 min + 1 lap |
Parking
Parking will be behind the Pits Area.
Entry
2019
Western Province (WP) Mountain Bike (MTB) Cross Country Marathon (XCM) Series 2019 and WC MTB XCM Champs 2019
The Western Province Mountain Bike Commission is pleased to announce the details of the 2019 Western Province MTB XCM Series. These events will also be the basis of qualification for Western Province MTB Cross Country Marathon Colours.
Western Province (WP) Regional XCM Series:
The following four events will form part of the officical WP Regional XCM Series:
- 6th July: WP XCM #1 = Nissan Trailseeker #3 Hermanus
- 17th August: WP XCM #2 = Nissan Trailseeker #4 Wellington
- 31st August: WP XCM #3 = Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- 7th September: WP XCM #4 = Fedhealth MTB Boschendal
Western Cape XCM Championship’s:
- 31st August: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
Register for the Series if you answer YES to any of the following questions:
- Do you take your marathon cycling seriously?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to other Western Cape Cyclists?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to your age group?
- Do you want to earn Regional XCM Colours?
- Do you want to earn Provincial XCM Colours?
Please note the WP XCM series will only have one prize giving at the Western Province awards evening that is held at the end of the year. (i.e. no awards ceremony for WP series riders post every series race, only the events prize giving will take place)
Register by 30 June 2019 to be included in the XCM Series Log
Detailed information on each race can be found on the event organiser’s websites:
- Race 1 & 2: Nissan Trailseeker Series
- Race 3 and WC Champs: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- Race 4: Fedhealth MTB Challenge
WP XCM Regional Series Log
WP Regional Series Points System:
Series three best results of four or more events to count
- Top twenty positions per category to be given points
- For regional colours we apply the UCI MTB points system to each race
- A win receives 200, and then it goes down on a sliding scale 170, 150, 135, 125, 120, 115, 110, 105, 100, 96, 92, 88, 84, 80, 76, 72, 68, 64, 60
- Each rider’s top three result points are then added together
Qualification for regional colours through the WP Regional Series Log:
- Less than five participants per category – only first place qualifies
- Less than ten participants per category – only first and second to qualify
- Ten and greater than ten participants per category – top three to qualify
Qualification for Regional Colours through the Western Cape Provincial Champs: Thys du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge on 31st August 2019 in Hopefield, West Coast.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP regional XCM series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants. Participation in at least one WP/Cape Winelands XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP XCM Series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants. Participation in at least one WP XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
Qualification for Regional Colours through the SA National Champs: Nissan Trailseeker MTB series #2 Buffelsdrift SA XCM Marathon Championships 2019 on the 29th June 2019:
Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first five (5) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first six (6) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants.
Cyclists are advised to send their provincial XCM champs and national XCM champs results if it is applicable. Please email it to xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
Should any objection be raised as to the inclusion of a rider not included during an evaluation of the parameters above, the final decision by exception rests with the EXCO.
Please note the following:
- No individual can qualify for regional colours without a Cycling South Africa (CSA) license. Juniors and Elites are required to have domestic racing licenses.
- Any rider who wishes to be illegible for colours will be required to register for the XCM Series by 30 June 2019. REGISTER HERE (Button to click again)
- Please use the same name spelling to enter events and to register for the Series Log. Please ensure that your ID number is correct on all entry sites to ensure that we can gather event results into the Series Log.
- Colours are not awarded at any of the events.
- Colours will be awarded at a specific awards ceremony after the final results have been obtained and calculated.
- No rider under 19 may compete in the Full marathon race as per Cycling South Africa (CSA) rules.
- Parents are encouraged not to ride with children U/10 (Nippers) and U/12 (Sprogs) that have registered for the series and interfere in any way with the race outcome. There will be 2-3 marshals riding with these two age categories. Not all riders have parents that participate, and we are trying to create an environment that encourages fairness and growth. These marshals will assist the riders with technical problems with their bicycles en route.
- If a parent is found assisting a rider in any way that influences the result outcome, that rider will be reported to the Chief Commissaire (Race Referee).
- Parents may not ride with children U/14 (Sub-Juniors) and upwards that have registered for the XCM Series under any circumstances.
- Any rider who considers he/she has been prejudiced by any action during the competition may submit a protest to the Chief Commissaire after he/she has crossed the finish line. The rider must submit the protest in writing and it must be signed and presented within 15 minutes of the end of his/her race along with the minimum fee of R200 to the Chief Commissaire.
- Please make sure that you enter for the correct distance as per your age category. See the schedule below:
The Age Categories and Distances are as Follows:
| Category Codes | Year Born | Boys/Men Code | Girls/Women
Code |
Distances | Race |
| Nipper Boys and Girls (8 -10) | 2011 – 2009 | NB | NG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sprog Boys and Girls (11-12) | 2008 – 2007 | SB | SG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sub Junior Boys and Girls (13-14) | 2006 – 2005 | SJB | SJG | 11 – 35km | Half Marathon Short |
| Youth Boys and Girls (15-16) | 2005 – 2003 | YB | YG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Junior Boys and Girls (17-18) | 2002 – 2001 | JB | JG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Elite Men and Women(19+) | 2000 – 1990 | EM | EW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Sub Vet Men and Women (30-39) | 1989 – 1980 | SVM | SVW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Veteran Men and Women (40-49) | 1979 – 1970 | VM | VW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Master Men(50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MM | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon | |
| Master Women (50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MW | 26 – 60km | Half Marathon Long | |
| Grand Master Men and Women (60+) | 1959 – < | GMM | GMW | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
Should you have any queries, please email xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
2019
Western Province (WP) Mountain Bike (MTB) Cross Country Marathon (XCM) Series 2019 and WC MTB XCM Champs 2019
The Western Province Mountain Bike Commission is pleased to announce the details of the 2019 Western Province MTB XCM Series. These events will also be the basis of qualification for Western Province MTB Cross Country Marathon Colours.
Western Province (WP) Regional XCM Series:
The following four events will form part of the officical WP Regional XCM Series:
- 6th July: WP XCM #1 = Nissan Trailseeker #3 Hermanus
- 17th August: WP XCM #2 = Nissan Trailseeker #4 Wellington
- 31st August: WP XCM #3 = Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- 7th September: WP XCM #4 = Fedhealth MTB Boschendal
Western Cape XCM Championship’s:
- 31st August: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
Register for the Series if you answer YES to any of the following questions:
- Do you take your marathon cycling seriously?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to other Western Cape Cyclists?
- Do you want to know where you stand in relation to your age group?
- Do you want to earn Regional XCM Colours?
- Do you want to earn Provincial XCM Colours?
Please note the WP XCM series will only have one prize giving at the Western Province awards evening that is held at the end of the year. (i.e. no awards ceremony for WP series riders post every series race, only the events prize giving will take place)
Register by 30 June 2019 to be included in the XCM Series Log
Detailed information on each race can be found on the event organiser’s websites:
- Race 1 & 2: Nissan Trailseeker Series
- Race 3 and WC Champs: Thys Du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge
- Race 4: Fedhealth MTB Challenge
WP XCM Regional Series Log
WP Regional Series Points System:
Series three best results of four or more events to count
- Top twenty positions per category to be given points
- For regional colours we apply the UCI MTB points system to each race
- A win receives 200, and then it goes down on a sliding scale 170, 150, 135, 125, 120, 115, 110, 105, 100, 96, 92, 88, 84, 80, 76, 72, 68, 64, 60
- Each rider’s top three result points are then added together
Qualification for regional colours through the WP Regional Series Log:
- Less than five participants per category – only first place qualifies
- Less than ten participants per category – only first and second to qualify
- Ten and greater than ten participants per category – top three to qualify
Qualification for Regional Colours through the Western Cape Provincial Champs: Thys du Toit Memorial Hopefield MTB Challenge on 31st August 2019 in Hopefield, West Coast.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP regional XCM series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants. Participation in at least one WP/Cape Winelands XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the Western Cape XCM Championships who have not qualified through the WP XCM Series will qualify for Western Province XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants. Participation in at least one WP XCM Series race is a pre-requisite.
Qualification for Regional Colours through the SA National Champs: Nissan Trailseeker MTB series #2 Buffelsdrift SA XCM Marathon Championships 2019 on the 29th June 2019:
Individuals finishing in first (1st), second (2nd) or third (3rd) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first five (5) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has a minimum of five participants.
- Individuals finishing in first (1st) place at the SA National XCM Championships who have not qualified through the first six (6) criteria will qualify for WP/Cape Winelands XCM Colours only in the event that the race has fewer than five participants.
Cyclists are advised to send their provincial XCM champs and national XCM champs results if it is applicable. Please email it to xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
Should any objection be raised as to the inclusion of a rider not included during an evaluation of the parameters above, the final decision by exception rests with the EXCO.
Please note the following:
- No individual can qualify for regional colours without a Cycling South Africa (CSA) license. Juniors and Elites are required to have domestic racing licenses.
- Any rider who wishes to be illegible for colours will be required to register for the XCM Series by 30 June 2019. REGISTER HERE (Button to click again)
- Please use the same name spelling to enter events and to register for the Series Log. Please ensure that your ID number is correct on all entry sites to ensure that we can gather event results into the Series Log.
- Colours are not awarded at any of the events.
- Colours will be awarded at a specific awards ceremony after the final results have been obtained and calculated.
- No rider under 19 may compete in the Full marathon race as per Cycling South Africa (CSA) rules.
- Parents are encouraged not to ride with children U/10 (Nippers) and U/12 (Sprogs) that have registered for the series and interfere in any way with the race outcome. There will be 2-3 marshals riding with these two age categories. Not all riders have parents that participate, and we are trying to create an environment that encourages fairness and growth. These marshals will assist the riders with technical problems with their bicycles en route.
- If a parent is found assisting a rider in any way that influences the result outcome, that rider will be reported to the Chief Commissaire (Race Referee).
- Parents may not ride with children U/14 (Sub-Juniors) and upwards that have registered for the XCM Series under any circumstances.
- Any rider who considers he/she has been prejudiced by any action during the competition may submit a protest to the Chief Commissaire after he/she has crossed the finish line. The rider must submit the protest in writing and it must be signed and presented within 15 minutes of the end of his/her race along with the minimum fee of R200 to the Chief Commissaire.
- Please make sure that you enter for the correct distance as per your age category. See the schedule below:
The Age Categories and Distances are as Follows:
| Category Codes | Year Born | Boys/Men Code | Girls/Women
Code |
Distances | Race |
| Nipper Boys and Girls (8 -10) | 2011 – 2009 | NB | NG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sprog Boys and Girls (11-12) | 2008 – 2007 | SB | SG | 11 – 25km | Half Marathon Short |
| Sub Junior Boys and Girls (13-14) | 2006 – 2005 | SJB | SJG | 11 – 35km | Half Marathon Short |
| Youth Boys and Girls (15-16) | 2005 – 2003 | YB | YG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Junior Boys and Girls (17-18) | 2002 – 2001 | JB | JG | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
| Elite Men and Women(19+) | 2000 – 1990 | EM | EW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Sub Vet Men and Women (30-39) | 1989 – 1980 | SVM | SVW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Veteran Men and Women (40-49) | 1979 – 1970 | VM | VW | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon |
| Master Men(50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MM | 61 – 80km | Full Marathon | |
| Master Women (50-59) | 1969 – 1960 | MW | 26 – 60km | Half Marathon Long | |
| Grand Master Men and Women (60+) | 1959 – < | GMM | GMW | 36 – 60km | Half Marathon Long |
Should you have any queries, please email xcm@wpmtb.co.za.
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