PACC Presents a Come and Try day at Hanson Reserve. Please register your attendance here: https://forms.gle/bUGojrGx8iNpyH1P7.
This is an opportunity for PACC Members to get together for a day of cycling, and show off the club to the wider community. We'd love you to share this event with anyone who might be interested in taking part in cycling at any level, whether they are interested leisurely group rides, or serious racing, or anything in between.
Do you know someone with kids who might like to see what they've got on the Watt Bike? Can you put out more power than your mum/dad/sister?
All events are free. Track bike hire is $5 for non-PACC Members.
Schedule:
10:00-11:00 – Track Coaching Session – all ages
11:00am – 10/20km guided group rides (20km ride – 2 speeds, 10km ride- beginner-friendly pace)
11:00am – Junior Dirt Skills
12:00-1pm – Juniors Track Coaching session
1:00pm: 10/20km guided group rides (20km ride – 2 speeds, 10km ride- beginner-friendly pace)
2:00-3:00pm - Track Coaching Session – all ages
All day:
- Open Track (except for Track Coaching Session times)
- 11:30-2:30 - BBQ
- Canteen/Tea/Coffee
- Volunteer assistance to sign up for free trial licence
- AusCyclingSA – WattBike Power Testing
Guided Group Rides
Accredited Ride Leaders will be leading three group rides at 11:00am and 1:00pm, over a range of distances and speeds. There will be a group for everybody, whether you’re new to cycling, or a seasoned pro.
No licence or accreditation necessary, all you need is a bike with working brakes, and a helmet. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start time outside the Hanson Reserve Clubrooms to meet your ride leader, and have a quick rider briefing before setting off.
20km Group Ride:
Groups 1 and 2 will ride approximately 20km, travelling along the Greenway to Port Adelaide, along Hart Street to the coast, down Military Road, and then back to Hanson Reserve along West Lakes Boulevard.
Group 1 will ride at an average of between 25-30km/h, and is suitable for people with some group riding experience who are reasonably comfortable riding in a small bunch.
Group 2 will ride at the pace of the slowest participant, and will be suitable for newcomers.
Strava link for the 20km ride is here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3268770060544987992
10km Group Ride:
Group 3 will ride approximately 10km, travelling along the Greenway towards Bowden and back. This will be suitable for beginner cyclists and children, and will travel at a pace which ensures that everyone can participate.
Strava link for the 10km ride is here: https://www.strava.com/routes/3268770906527539032
Come and Try Track Riding:
Port Adelaide Cycling Club regularly hosts Thursday-Night Motopacing sessions, however if you’ve wanted to try to ride a track bike without worrying about keeping up with a motorbike, this is for you!
All participants must have an active AusCycling licence, and PACC volunteers will be on hand to help you sign up for a free, 4-week licence if you don’t have one already.
Track bikes available for hire for $5, or bring your own bike and ride the velodrome.
Track Coaching Sessions:
Sign up for a free Track Riding Coaching session (10:00am, 12:00 (for Juniors) and 2:00pm). Groups will be capped depending on coach availability.
These sessions will consist of a brief theory and strategy session in the Clubrooms, followed by some skills drills, and some lap riding on the velodrome. Accredited coaches will be leading the sessions.
Open Track Sessions:
When the track is not in use for a Coaching Session, the track will be open for participants to ride all day. If you want to practice riding a track bike, or cutting some laps on your own bike, you are welcome to do so! Coaches will be on hand to discuss riding etiquette, group riding skills, and any other questions you might have.
All participants must have at least an AusCycling Lifestyle licence! PACC will assist you to sign up for a free, 4-week trial licence with AusCycling, or a monthly lifestyle or racing licence if you choose.
Participants are welcome to hire a track bike for $5. Bring your own helmet. If you have a road bike, you should also bring your own shoes and pedals.
If you want to ride your own bike on the track, you will still need to obtain a licence, and road bikes and track bikes are not permitted to ride together for safety reasons.
Junior Dirt Skills:
Developed by PACC and Adelaide Mountain Bike Club, Junior Dirt Skills sessions are aimed at riders between 4-15 who want to improve their bike handling and have some fun. Accredited coaches will be on hand to guide your kids through some essential skills to ensure safer and more enjoyable riding.
Registration for this session is essential. Please register each participant here: https://forms.gle/bUGojrGx8iNpyH1P7