September 2008
Monthly Archive
Wed 24 Sep 2008
This is the word from clubber…………………………………………
Well that time of the year has come around again!
The last race of the season will happen this year at Nannup over the weekend of the 4-5 October. All the big names will be laying it all on the line to take away the title of State Champ! The Goat farm has been good the last couple of years, but we figured it was time for a change - and where better than by far the best race track in the state.
The Nannup track was designed specifically for the 2005 National Round held there and is by far the best DH that WA has to offer. Sam Hill was one of the lead designers of the track, and it offers way more vertical drop than anything else around. It also offers some of the biggest variety of obstacles, with a huge double jump (optional), to fast fire road at the top, one of the best rock garden sections around, then into single-track (very technical) down through the deep-dark woods, complete with terraces, step downs and fully walled berms!
We have received word that Sam Hill will be back in town - and at this point is intending on coming to race the event. If you have never had the opportunity to watch one of the world’s best race up close it is worth the trip alone. Margret River local and top 10 world cup rider Mitch Delfs will also be in attendance, fresh off a very successful world cup campaign with his new team. No doubt he will be looking to give Sam a run for his money, It’s Mitch’s home track after all!
Online Rego: is now available for the race, see the online - forms and entry link on the toolbar and simply follow the prompts. New in 2008 is the option to register online and then pay at the race (this way if you don’t want to use/have a credit card, you can still register online). This sytem will make it easier for everyone and will avoid huge lines that never seem to move.
Details of the event are as follows
Cost:
Under 13s = No fees
Juniors (15s – 17s) = $50
Under 19s = $65
Seniors (All categories) = $75
* We realise this is an increase in cost but due to the remoteness of the track our costs go up to get everything there. Also, the hire costs of all the equipment is increasing—inflation hurts us all. The club is also interested in progressing and acquiring further resources such as an instant timing board to display rider times at the finish. This all means extra cash has got to come from some where—unfortunately race fees rose slightly. On the other hand, this is still a good deal for two days of full shuttle services on the best track in the state!
You will still need to bring your MTBA card or receipt to the officials tent to get your shuttle sticker. Anyone who does not bring proof of membership will have to buy a day licence for $15.
If any new people are feeling a little hesitant about coming, don’t be! This is one of the best events of the season and you will experience a fun-filled weekend. The track is such that anyone can ride it due to the B lines put into all the tough spots, so come down and see what all the hype is about.
Getting There:
The track is located at the top of Ellis Creek Road, which is a dirt road running off the southern side of the Nannup - Balingup Road, in the Lewana Pine PLantation, half way between Nannup and Balingup.
If you are coming in from the Balingup side, go down South Western Highway to Balingup, then turn onto the Nannup - Balingup Rd. Go approx 15 kms and you will see the Cheese factory on the left. Ellis Creek road is just past on the left, follow all the way to the top.
Coming from Busselton, take the Vasse Highway to Nannup. Go past the Lawn Bowls Club and turn left onto the Nannup-Balingup Rd. Go approx 20 kms and Ellis Creek Road will be on your Right Hand Side. Follow to the top. If you see the Cheese Factory on your right you have gone a couple of Kms too far!!
We will have signs on the roads so keep an eye out. The best thing to do is look it up. Google maps are really easy to use,
go to http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&q=nannup+balingup+rd+and+ellis+cre… and just keep zooming on the area, it has all road names as you zoom in.
Accommodation:
If anyone is needing a place to stay over the weekend the best thing to do is contact the Nannup visitor centre on Tel: (08) 9756 1211 or you can visit the website at www.nannupwa.com. The race track is also very close to the township of Balingup. Some people stay at Dunsborough, Busselton or Bunbury and then drive in each morning.
Event Schedule:
Saturday 4th :
Practice 10:00 - 4:00
Late rego 10:00 - 4:00
Sunday 5th:
Practice 8:00 - 10:00
late rego 8:00 - 9:00
Racing 10:30
Presentations around 3:00
If anyone else has any questions post them up and I’ll try to answer them as quickly as possible.
Thanks
Steve “Clubber (of Seals)” Buursema
PMBC VP DH
Tue 16 Sep 2008
Sun 14 Sep 2008
Downhill Men - Final
1 BLENKINSOP Samuel 4:10.16
2 HILL Samuel 4:11.80
3 ATHERTON Gee 4:12.36
4 PEAT Steve 4:13.20
5 MINNAAR Greg 4:17.56
6 LEOV Justin 4:18.33
7 BAREL Fabien 4:18.49
8 GWIN Aaron Holmes 4:21.44
9 DELFS Mitchell 4:21.60
10 NEETHLING Andrew 4:21.87
17 CAVALIER Amiel 4:23.97
19 RENNIE Nathan 4:24.40
42 ATKINSON Bryn 4:30.29
63 RANDO Jared 4:34.95
67. WILLEMSE Rhys 4:35.51
80 KOVARIK Chris 9:52.64
Elite Women
1. Rachel Atherton - 4:47.21
2. Floriane Pugin - 5:00.88
3. Sabrina Jonnier - 5:01.33
4. Tracy Moseley - 5:04.05
5. Emmeline Ragot - 5:04.94
Full results here
Downhill Men - Overall
1 MINNAAR Greg
2 HILL Samuel
3 ATHERTON Gee
4 PEAT Steve
5 BLENKINSOP Samuel
7 RENNIE Nathan
9 KOVARIK Chris
15 DELFS Mitchell
21 RANDO Jared
22 CAVALIER Amiel
27 ATKINSON Bryn
65 BUTTON Josh
67 RISCHBIETH Will
75 EATON Tim
90 CORY Benjamin
96 MILLS Andrew
104 LEE Richard
105 WILLEMSE Rhys
108 PATTON Tom
109 MURRELL Tamryn
118 BOYER Ricky
123 KELLY Brad
132 DINHAM Laurie
Thu 11 Sep 2008
Cape to Cape MTB hits Margaret River region 22 – 25 October
Set to an iconic backdrop of world-famous surf beaches and vineyards, private farmlands, rocky outcrops and national forests, Cape to Cape MTB is a unique and challenging four-day ride (shorter options also available) traversing the coastal ridge from Cape Leeuwin in the south to Cape Naturalist in the north.
Taking in a network of dedicated tracks between the overnight stops at Hamelin Bay, Margaret River and Yallingup, Cape to Cape MTB is designed for mountain bike fanatics and leisure junkies looking for a unique physical challenge in the South West of Western Australia.
Discounts and ride options
Cape to Cape MTB if offering an early bird special and various ride options for the inaugural event, 22 to 25 October 2008. Offering cheaper prices and flexibility for entrants, an early bird special gives riders a 10% discount on entries received before Monday, 22 September, while new ride options cater to those who may not be able to take the full week off work or perhaps aren’t up to riding the full distance. Riders can choose from the half ride (24 & 25 October) and one-day ride (25 October) options starting at $148.17.
Check out www.capetocapemtb.com for full details.
Thu 4 Sep 2008
Wed 3 Sep 2008
That’s right it’s on, thanks to PMBC & PDMBC we have joined forces to save this event from being cancelled. We have gotten permission from DEC to use the track that was originally designed by Glen Jacobs (a world cup course designer). We will use the new section at the top of the track that flows really well into the gravity berm, using the B section from last year (Yay! we nolonger have to ride down the boring fire-raod). This is a really fun and flowy track to ride with a few technical bits.
Official practice and registration Sat 13th Sept 10:00am-4:00pm
Compulsory practice and registration Sunday 14th Sept 8.00am-10.00am
Registration closes 9:30am
Racing starts 10:30am finishes 3pm
Presentations 3:30pm
Online Rego: is now available for the race. New in 2008 is the option to register online and then pay at the race (this way if you don’t want to use/have a credit card, you can still register online). ALSO, because there are no prizes from sponsors etc…we rely need people to pay at the race so we will be able to give out cash for prizes. Please register online and select pay on day option—should be the only one available.
Online rego at: Downhill State #5 on 14/09/2008
Cost:
Under 13s = No fees
Juniors (15s – 17s) = $50
Under 19s = $65
Seniors (All categories) = $75
Includes *transport to top of hill (3 buses) on both days.
We realise this is a lot of money, but due to the remoteness of the track our costs to get everything there are increasing. Also, the hire costs of all the equipment is increasing—inflation hurts us all. Here is a breakdown of the basic costs to run a state event: Buses = $2750, 1st Aid = $1500, Toilets = $550, PA = $350…etc, and we want to give out cash prizes. So as you can there are a lot of costs invovled–Thank you.
Providing own transport will not be allowed, nor will practicing outside the official practice times.
Accomodation: STRICTLY NO CAMPING AT THE RACE COURSE SITE.
Recommended Places to Stay:
Welli Mill Cottages 8 per cottage and Camping 9728 3043
Ferguson Farmstay 9728 1392
King Tree Lodge 9728 3050
Evedon Ridge Chalets 9726 3012
Everview Chalets 9728 3098
Ferguson Valley Views 9728 0030
Waterloo Village Caravan Park. 9725 4434
Ferguson Valley Tourism Assoc. 9728 1422
Ring Bunbury Visitor Centre 9721 7922.
Getting there:
From Perth head down South Western Highway until you are almost in Bunbury, you need to turn left onto Waterloo Rd (there’s a Gull Servo on the right). Follow Waterloo all the way to the end T-junction with Ferguson Road—turn left away from Dardanup. The bottom of the race track which is located driving on Ferguson Road away from Dardanup. After passing the Waterloo Rd drive about 6-7 kms, and then turn left yp a short hill (PMBC signs will be placed here). You follow that road for about 2kms and there is a clearing on the right side below a logged and reforested area where a few gravel fire roads intersect only 15 metres from the bitumen, and there is a grassy flat section. You should be able to see the race track from the main road because the colourful bunting will already be up along the track. **See attached maps for details**
Hope to see you all there.
Steve ‘Clubber’ Buursema.
Tue 2 Sep 2008
Thanks to all those who particapated and to those who gave up thier time to help out.
Pos - Name - run1 - run2 - run3 - BEST.
UNDER 15 MEN
1. Jake Byrne 2.07.34 - 1.57.72 - 1.56.31 - 1.56.31
2. Dylan King 2.02.19 - 1.59.90 - 1.58.19 - 1.58.19
3. Andrew Simper 2.15.52 - 2.05.32 - 2.03.50 - 2.03.50
4. Nathan Larson 2.11.11 - 2.13.33 - 2.16.90 - 2.11.11
5. Simon Brookes 2.57.85 - 2.51.63 - 2.46.42 - 2.46.42
UNDER 17 MEN
1. Liam Birmingham 2.02.94 - 1.59.27 - 1.58.90 - 1.58.90
2. Mathew Birmingham 2.03.29 - 2.09.33 - 2.04.27 - 2.03.29
3. Liam Hurtado 2.17.31 - 2.31.40 - 2.06.35 - 2.06.35
4. Stellan McCarthy 3.02.12 - 3.01.73 - 2.39.75 - 2.39.75
UNDER 19 MEN
1. Sam Payet 1.55.66 - 1.54.52 - 1.54.81 - 1.54.52
HARDTAIL
1. Etham 2.06.77 - 2.06.40 - DNS - 2.06.40
2. Thys McCarthy 2.53.03 - 2.48.45 - ??? - 2.48.45
3. Quinton Meyers 3.27.74 - DNF - DNS - 3.27.74
EXPERT MEN
1. Leon Fry 2.07.08 - 2.13.40 - DNS - 2.07.05
ELITE MEN
1. Ben Bell 1.45.19 - 1.43.57 - 1.43.82 - 1.43.57
2. Matt Trigwell 1.56.04 - 1.56.49 - 1.55.25 - 1.55.25
3. Jason Wood 2.07.84 - 2.01.38 - 2.04.87 - 2.01.38
*************************************DISCLAIMER****************************************
Club races use ol skool timing technology so times may vary and are’nt 100% true or correct and we try our best to get everything as close to perfect as we can. Remember everyone is handicapped to the same sysytem.
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Mon 1 Sep 2008
Huge crowds from what i saw on the replays. The worst finish on a track imaginable, but this is how it panned out..
A shocker for sam, qualifying in 8th finish in 11th, Greg taking top point’s, 1st in quali’s and the final. Going into Schaldaming i think Sam’s going to need some luck to go his way. He’ll need to win quali’s and the final, and i think the word is greg would have to go 5th and 5th, and then gee is only handful of points behind Sam. Not a good day for Mitch eithor.
Elite Men
1 27 MINNAAR Greg RSA 2:41.34
2 13 RENNIE Nathan AUS 2:46.02
3 4 ATHERTON Gee GBR 2:47.00
4 8 BAREL Fabien FRA 2:47.64
5 24 KOVARIK Chris AUS 2:48.38
6 20 NEETHLING Andrew RSA GTM 2:48.67
7 3 PEAT Steve GBR 2:48.78
8 34 RANDO Jared AUS 2:49.19
9 40 ATKINSON Bryn AUS 2:49.39
10 23 BLENKINSOP Samuel NZL 2:50.01
11 1 HILL Samuel AUS 2:50.53
32 35 DELFS Mitchell AUS 2:58.92
Elite Women
1 2 Tracy Mosely GBR 3.10.43
2 11 Racheal Atherton GBR 3.14.51
3 1 Sabrina Joinner FRA 3.14.66
4 10 Fionn Griffiths GBR 3.23.90
5 4 Emmoline Ragot FRA 3.24.41
http://www.freecaster.tv/ for replays
Mtnx Results
All Aussie Mtnx Final in the Mens, young sam willoughby looking a good prospect in the future hugging gravey’s rear wheel all the way down. Small field in the ladies but they still had to beat two crazy rider’s in Anneke Beerton and Mio from intense and local girl Caroline Buchanon came out with the win, Local pride.
Men:
1. GRAVES Jared - AUS
2. WILLOUGHBY Sam - AUS
3. MADILL Luke - AUS
4. HUBERT Thomas - AUS
5. DARRELL Leigh - AUS
Full results here.
Women:
1. BUCHANAN Caroline - AUS
2. BEERTEN Anneke - NED
3. BOER Julia HUN
4. MOLCIK Anita - AUT
Full results here.
