Ramarama Race
Well another great day of racing, and judging by most comments from riders, the new finish line meets with approval. At least it makes a change from the same old, same old, for those of you not so enamoured!
We did receive a comment from a motorist to a marshall re cyclists on wrong side of the centre line. I know it's hard, especially in the bigger grades, and in C grade we had 1 or 2 brief instances where this occured, and motorists only need small excuses! This does not excuse at least 2 idiot motorists who passed C grade in a dangerous manner! Anyway sounding like a stuck record, please observe all road rules.
 
Bruce Kent Memorial
Your entry should be in. If not ring Karen, beg for forgiveness, and you might be lucky.
Reminder that racing starts at 1:30pm. Please park in the side roads and not on the main Karaka Rd.
Please bring a plate for afternoon tea
 
Club Uniforms
To those who have placed orders with Jan, the order has been placed and delivery is expected shortly. We will advise when available for collection. We have ordered some extras in most sizes so if you require any club uniform for the Nationals please talk to Jan asap

CLUB 50 – PLENTY OF NUMBERS AVAILABLE?
The fifth draw of the Club 50 was on Saturday, 8 August at Ramarama and No. 90 won $100 for its owner, Mike Allen, who had only bought it 2 weeks ago – exactly one year after he won $100 with No. 75 – you’ve got to be in to win!!!! Next draw on 22 August at Mauku.
Mike Giddey runs a fundraiser for the Club whereby you buy a number for $50 for the season and you have 10 chances of winning $100 and at the end of the season somebody wins $1,000. The following numbers are available – 4,  8, 10, 17, 19, 25, 27, 28, 30, 31, 36, 37, 38, 40, 42, 43, 45, 46, 51, 59, 60, 62, 63, 67, 71, 76, 78, 81, 82, 83, 84, 85, 87, 89, 91, 92, 93, 94, 95, 97, 98 and 100. You need to have paid at least $25 to be eligible to win. Payment by cash or cheque to Counties Manukau Cycling or direct transfer to 01 0403 0163779 00.  Contact Mike Giddey on 534 3183 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Auckland 1000
Below are the marshalls for Ak 1000.  Usual requirement that if nominated person is unable to do the marshalling that they can have a friend or family member do it in their place.  They need to let me know of any changes either on email - This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or by phone and leaving a message on (09) 263 6228.  Need to be at Karaka Hall at 9.30 a.m for marshalls briefing.  
 
CALLUM  POOLE
ROB  CRAIG
ANDY  WILLIAMS
RUSSELL  THORPE
STEPHEN VAN WONDEREN
GARY  GROVES
AARON  STRONG
ANDREW  McNAB
TONY  FITZGERALD
ASHLEIGH  JAMES
CHRIS  FAITHFULL
CHRIS  RAND
DANIEL  SEAGER
DAVID  McIVER
EMMA  BUNN
GEPRGE  SCOTT
GLEN  OSTERGAARD

Motorcycles wanted – If you own and ride a motorcycle and are prepared to do some roving marshal duties out on the race course we would like to hear from you. Contact details below.

Generator – We need a portable power station for the finish line area. If you can loan us a small generator for the day that would be great. Contact numbers below.

Corner Marshals – If you can help out on the course at Karaka it would be much appreciated.

Service vans – Spare wheels are often required by riders during the race. If you have a suitable vehicle – van, SUV/4WD, station wagon – and can volunteer. Do it. We have six races during the day and the longer ones we need two service vans for.

Lead cars – Each race needs a lead car. Anything presentable with working hazard flashers will be fine. We will supply the extra flashing lights.

If you can help with any of the above, please contact John Coker at 537 2561 or This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it or Martin Thomson at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Upcoming Open Events - B Grade Riders
All B grade riders looking to race in the upcoming opens and races out of the club and would be interested in meeting up with other B grade riders please email  Rob from Foot Traffic Sports Podiatry at This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

All Under 15 Riders
The Counties Manukau Cycling Club has determined that Under 15 Cyclists can ride up to 6.610m gearing in all local CMC Club Races.

This decision enables Under 15 Cyclists to ride the same gear as they ride in the Auckland Secondary Schools Association Waterfront Team Time Trial series which should make it easier and more economical for parents.

Please note this Gear Restriction concession does not apply to:
1. Open Races (e.g. Bruce Kent Memorial, North Harbour Races)
2. CMC Club Championship Events
3. Auckland Centre Championship Events.
4. New Zealand Championship Events.

Should you require further clarification, please contact the Race Day Secretary in the first instance.
 
Hope to see you all Saturday.
Stay safe & upright
 
Chris