Track Champs update from lyall

Team Arrow track riders Damian and Michaela had mixed results at the NZ Track Champs.

Damian was besieged with mechanical problems at Invercargill, something that seriously needs to be looked at by the West Coast officials. Through no fault of his own he had mechanical problems in three of his four events!

On a brighter note Michaela performed exceptionally well at the new velodrome in Cambridge. With a full house most days Michaela handled the pressure really well. She took two seconds off her best time in the 500m time trial even after a mishap at the start. In the Kieran heats she just missed out on qualifying by one place.

In the sprint qualifying she did another personal best and qualified for the final eight. Unfortunately she drew the eventual winner but really took it to her, just being pipped on the line.

The large field saw the scratch race divided into heats, with Michaela storming home to make the final. In the final she rode an exceptional race against her much more experienced opponents, finishing 13^th, but only a couples of metres from the winner. Well done, Michaela!

Michaela - Track Nationals at new velodrome in Cambridge

These photos are just in. Marvellous to see you in action, Michaela! Well done - more details to come shortly.

An Update from Lyall

Some good news recently for Team Arrow members.

Firstly, young Mike Shingles won his age group 70-80 years – at the Waikato Red 100km race. Mike was one of the oldest in his group, but rode really well on the very hilly course. His time of 3’ 35” is testament to that. I also believe Bev brushed the cobwebs off her bike and rode in one of the shorter races. Well done to you both!

Also, confirmation that two of team Arrow juniors have been selected to represent the West Coast at the NZ Track Nationals. Damian will make the long trip to Invercargill for the Age group nationals while Michaela will race on the new Velodrome in Cambridge. Well done to both, and thanks to all those who assisted in their preparation, ie. Parents, coaches, supporters – none of this is possible without them. Good luck to you both!