We have a slightly revised training programme for 2010, the main changes are to the Saturday morning training schedule.  We have divided the sessions into 4 blocks to give everyone a bit more space and better quality training.  A brief summar is below, but please read the information page.

09:00 - 10:00: Youth Track Training
10:00 – 12:00: Intermediate Track Training
12:00 – 12:45: Novice Track Induction
12.45 – 14:00: Novice Track Riding

Please remember; the track is only rideable when its dry. In these first few chilly weeks morning dew/frost can take some time to evaporate and have in the past delayed the start of the training sessions.  In this case we will try to acomadate all riders, but the running times could well be affected.

The third round of Rollapaluza’s winter league will be at the Half Moon pub in Herne Hill (opposite the station, 10 Half Moon Lane) on this Wednesday - 3rd Feb.

We’re expecting Herne Hill Rollapaluza regulars James Solly, Jason Cattermole,  Simon Schmidtt, Symon Lewis and winner of the last round Miles Stovold to be there. Since its our local event it would be nice to see a contingent of local track riders. This round is also the regional qualifiers for Rollapalzua’s national league, so come on down and cheer on (or have a go yourself) fellow Herne Hill riders against the best London has to offer.

Qualification runs from 6pm-9pm before moving to the knockout rounds until about 11pm.

Entry is £5 and being in a pub is this only open to over 18’s unfortunately.

More details at http://www.rollapaluza.com/league2

A Catagory Results

B Catagory Results

Youth Results

Anyway, Herne Hill cyclo-cross riders aren’t scared of a bit of frost.

Indoor training is a quick and effective (and warm) way to keep, and improve your fitness over winter. Doing it on your own isn’t the most enjoyable experience so come and do it with others as part of a proper structured session. We have been running sessions for under 16s for the last couple of years and these have proved so popular it’s time for the adults to keep up!

These sessions are open to all,  and after a successful trial before Christmas are re-starting this week with a progressive 12 week training plan to deliver riders to the start of the track season in good shape. The sessions will cover all bases (speed, strength, stamina) and will gradually get harder as the weeks go on. Don’t worry if you can’t make every week, but those who can should feel the extra benefit.

Bring either a road or track bike. We have enough training equipment for around 15 riders. Session price is £2.50. Contact hernehillbookings@gmail.com for more information

Last years winter series was well attended by track regulars. Dulwich Paragon’s Matt Theobolds battled all series with VCL’s Joe wood for first and second spot, with Theobolds just getting the better of early leader Wood by the end of the series. Likewise, VCL’s Jason Cattermole and Rollapaluza CC’s Tim Renowden pushed each other all the way to third and forth spot overall.  In the Womens league, the action between first and second spot was just as close throughout the series, with Rollapaluza CC’s Estelle Rogers getting so close, but never quite managing to beat the smooth cadance of Charlotteville CC’s Rachel Przybylski.

Rollapaluza Roller Racing sees two competitors racing head to head over 500m on static bikes powering the hands of a giant dial. The top qualifiers proceed to a series of knock-out round before reaching the final thrilling races of the night.

The first round of this years Winter League starts next Tuesday 22nd of December, at the Horseshoe Pub in Clerkenwell - EC1R 0AG, sponsored by Condor Cycles. Rollapaluza isn’t just for track supremos, and makes for a great night out weather or not you’re racing. See you there!

More information at http://www.rollapaluza.com/league2

A jumble sale will run from 10am. As a one off Herne Hill Velodrome will be selling off a container full of their equipment. There will be steel track frames, handlebars, track cranksets, pedals and tonnes more. All proceeds will go towards new hire bikes to be used next season, so grab yourself some bargains!

Racing starts after lunch, so you can still have a lie in.

Under 10/12 12.00pm Free to enter
Under 14/16 1.00pm entry fee £2.00

Main race madison 1.00pm
seniors £6.00
juniors £3.00

Cycle jumble 10.00am entry free

Guaranteed more fun than a hangover!

Firstly the “Get Cross” trainng session filmed last month with Mike Bushell, showing off the cyclo cross course in full racing action.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7370993.stm

Seccondly, an experiment to power a house with nothing but pedal power as part of the “Bang Goes the Theory” season. The trial for this was filmed over the summer in the track centre during the Saturday morning training session, with many track regulars taking part.
http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b00p8469/Bang_Goes_the_Theory_03_12_2009/

National champion Jody Crawforth has kindly agreed to come along, but we also need riders of all ages and abilities to take part in some training, riding and maybe even some racing. This will also be a chance to promote Herne Hill velodrome and help ensure its future, so please do come and have a go!

Here is the proposed format:

• 1pm - 2pm: Arrive, set up the course, have a warm up etc
• 2pm-3pm: Hour long Cyclo-Cross coaching session for everyone including BBC presenters
• 3pm - 3:30pm: Interviews to camera with national champion Jody Crawforth plus others
• 3:30pm - 4:00pm: Mini-race