Wednesday 23rd May 2007

MUNSTER CHALLENGE STARTS THIS FRIDAY

This Friday May 25^th sees the long planned Munster Challenge get underway. Twenty participants will cycle through the 6 Counties of Munster. Friday sees an 80km spin to Mallow, Co. Cork. Saturday is the longest spin of 170km to Limerick via the ferry at Tarbert Co. Kerry and  Ennis Co.Clare. On Sunday the group return home via Cahir Co. Tipperary, some 115km. The plan is to arrive back in the square in the afternoon of Sunday the 27^th, hopefully to a welcoming committee.

Departure is from the car park of the Park Hotel at 4pm sharp. Participants are asked to assemble at 3.30pm. Luggage will be carried in a support vehicle for the journey.

The event will raise much needed funds for St. Vincent’s District Hospital, Dungarvan.. Sponsorship Cards can still be collected at O’Mahony Cycles and Nursery, Wyley Sports and Rossitors Meats.

TWO WEEKS UNTIL CLUB CHAMPIONHIP TIME TRIAL-SPONSORED BY NEW IMAGES HAIR SALON

 The second Annual Club championship-open only to current DCC members-will take place on Wednesday the 6^th June. Sign on is at 6.30 at Fraher Hire with the event commencing at 6.45 at Cappagh Creamery. Competitors return toward Dungarvan for 5km, finishing just before the Master McGrath.

Nicola Dee of New Images Hair Salon in O’Connell St generously sponsors the event. This is a graded event with prizes for each of the three divisions. Overall 1^st is also awarded the perpetual club cup, which has been put up by Dungarvan Cycling Club. We look forward to large participation on the night.

BRIAN TAKES TWO IN A ROW IN O’MAHONY CYCLES & NURSERY SUMMER SERIES

Brian Truman took another fine victory in last weeks event and now leads the competition. He sprinted away from Keith Walsh who took second and Hugh Mulhearne coming in third. Fourth and fifth points were taken by Rory Wyley and Brett Lynam respectively. Best of luck to Hugh and Rory who are participating in The Ras this week. The Summer Series competition is just two weeks old and plenty of points are still on offer so come along and take part each Wednesday.

This is a handicapped event around the 40km anticlockwise Millstreet course-open to all levels of cyclists. Cyclists are sent off at timed intervals in groups of their own standard. The aim is for all competitors to finish at around the same time. Points are awarded for 1^st to 5^th (from 10 to 6 respectively) with all other finishers being awarded 5 points. This makes for a close table at the end of 8 weeks. The Joe Fitzgerald Cup is presented annually to the overall winner.

The event is kindly sponsored by O’Mahony Cycles & Nursery , Abbbeyside. Tony and Siobhan have sponsored this competition since its inception in 2003, and we are grateful for their continued support.

Sign on is at 6.30 pm at The Master McGrath and the first group is away at 6.45. Helmets must be worn and cyclists must obey the rules of the road. A reminder that unlicenced cyclists may compete in up to 3 events (this is due to insurance regulations) and must then obtain a Cycling Ireland Licence-details from a Committee member.

O'Mahony Cycles & Nursery Summer Series 2007 Week Two
Points Table
Brian Truman		20
Keith Walsh		17
Enda Donnelly		14
Brett Lynam		13
Damian Travers		11
Emma Walsh		10
Richie Power		10
Davy Tobin		10
Colin Organ		10
Dane Power		10
Liam Rossiter		10
Benny Flynn		10
Brian Whyte		10
Keith Radley		10
John Flynn		10
Hugh Mulhearne		8
Rory Wyley		7
Jenny Fay	`	5
Padraig de Burca		5
Dermot Ryan		5
Frank O’Rourke		5
Frank Browne		5

WEEK-END SPINS

 Saturday saw a good-sized group head off. A small group of 4 separated and travelled to Villierstown, Ardmore and Old Parish. The main group went to Araglin and Fermoy. Sunday saw two groups once again with the main group cycling to Tallow and a smaller group crossing over the Maw Maw and Powers the Pot.

Out cycling were Francis Barry, Pat O’Driscoll, Emma Walsh,  Keith Radley,  Frank Browne, Frank O’Rourke, Vincent Feeny, Brett Lynam,  Keith Walsh, Richie Power, Colin Organ, Enda Donnelly, Dane Power, Davy Tobin, Mark Power(Ballinroad), Justin Coonan, Siobhan Dunphy, Padraig de Burca, Benny Flynn, Eddie Moore and welcome to newcomer John Hodge.

If any members are in town next weekend spins will be leaving at 9.30, Saturday from John Foley’s and The Square on Sunday.  Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday spin.

Wednesday 16th May 2007

RORY WYLEY WINS KELLY PHARMACY ROAD RACE

The Annual Joe Kelly Pharmacy Road Race was run last Sunday in wet and windy conditions.  This was the last open race in Munster before The Ras and local man Rory Wyley (Dan Morrissey CC) took 1^st place beating international Ciaran Power into 2nd with Michael Fitzgerald 3^rd  in the Senior 1 and 2 event.. The combined Senior 3,Veterns and Juniors saw this years success story Sam Bennett take 1^st with Danny Carrol and Paul O’Donoghue 2^nd and 3^rd respectively. First Female finisher was Canadian visitor, Karen Watson..

The Senior 1 and 2 race was a hotly contested event with the 1^st 3 place getters breaking away on the first lap and maintaining their lead for the whole race-no mean feat on this difficult undulating course.

Well done also to local Kilmacthomas man Hugh Mulhearne who took 8^th in the main race as well the other local participants from Dungarvan CC: Justin Coonan, Enda Donnelly, Damien Travers and Keith Radley along with local Dan Morrissey CC rider Keith Walsh. A reminder that Justin will be running “time management” courses in preparation for the start of next year’s event!

Thanks once again to our sponsor Joe Kelly from Kelly Pharmacy, without whom this event could not take place. Thanks also go out to all involved in organising and running the race-a none too pleasant task in the pouring rain.

BRIAN TRUE TO FORM IN O’MAHONY CYCLES & NURSERY SUMMER SERIES

Brian Truman, our over-seas member, won a hotly contested sprint last Wednesday to take the 10 points and lead the competition. He was followed closely by Enda Donnelly and Keith Walsh, in second and third respectively. All the groups joined up just a few kilometres from the finish, great handicapping for the difficult first night of the competition.

This is a handicapped event around the 40km anticlockwise Millstreet course-open to all levels of cyclists. Cyclists are sent off at timed intervals in groups of their own standard. The aim is for all competitors to finish at around the same time. Points are awarded for 1^st to 5^th (from 10 to 6 respectively) with all other finishers being awarded 5 points. This makes for a close table at the end of 8 weeks. The Joe Fitzgerald Cup is presented annually to the overall winner.

The event is kindly sponsored by O’Mahony Cycles & Nursery , Abbbeyside. Tony and Siobhan have sponsored this competition since its inception in 2003, and we are grateful for their continued support.

Sign on is at 6.30 pm at The Master McGrath and the first group is away at 6.45. Helmets must be worn and cyclists must obey the rules of the road. A reminder that unlicenced cyclists may compete in up to 3 events (this is due to insurance regulations) and must then obtain a Cycling Ireland Licence-details from a Committee member.

O'Mahony Cycles & Nursery Summer Series 2007
Points Table
Brian Truman	10
Enda Donnelly	9
Keith Walsh	8
Brett Lynam	7
Damian Travers	6
Emma Walsh	5
Richie Power	5
Davy Tobin	5
Colin Organ	5
Dane Power	5
Liam Rossiter	5
Benny Flynn	5
Brian Whyte	5
Keith Radley	5
Jenny Fay	5
John Flynn	5

WEEK-END SPINS

Saturday was the only day for organised spins. One group headed off to Fermoy with a smaller group heading to Ballyduff. All returned in one piece despite a small “episode” on the Fermoy spin, no doubt brought on by the fast pace set by Francis!

Cyclists seen out included Francis Barry, Pat O’Driscoll, Emma Walsh, Damien Travers, Keith Radley, Siobhan O’Mahony, Siobhan Dunphy, Davey Tobin,  Padraig de Burca, Frank Browne, Frank O’Rourke, Mark Power(Ballinroad), Vincent Feeny, Brett Lynam and Michael Dee.

Usual spins resume next weekend leaving at 9.30, Saturday from John Foley’s and The Square on Sunday.  Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday spin.

MUNSTER CHALLENGE JUST NINE DAYS AWAY

Padraig’s last Saturday spin in preparation for the Munster Challenge takes place this week-end. The trip departs on Friday the 25^th May from the car park of the Park Hotel at 4pm sharp and participants are asked to assemble well in advance. Luggage will be carried in a support vehicle for the journey.

The event will raise much needed funds for St. Vincent’s District Hospital, Dungarvan.. Sponsorship Cards can still be collected at O’Mahony Cycles and Nursery, Wyley Sports and Rossitors Meats. 

Wednesday 9th May 2007

WEEK-END SPINS

Saturday saw a group head to Clashmore, Ardmore and Old Parish with Sunday’s spin heading up over The Vee.

Cyclists included Francis Barry,   Keith Walsh, Pat O’Driscoll,  Keith Radley, Brett Lynam,  Emma Walsh,  Damien Travers, Richie Power, Colin Organ, Keith Radley, Siobhan O’Mahony, Siobhan Dunphy, Benny Flynn, Liam Rossiter, Davey Tobin, Justin Coonan, Dane Power, Pat O’Driscol, Padraig de Burca and welcome back to Brian Truman.

A spin will take place  next Saturday’s from John Foley’s. at 9.30, however  Sunday’s spin will be cancelled due to commitments with The Kelly Pharmacy Race.

MUNSTER CHALLENGE JUST 2 WEEKS AWAY

Padraig’s spin on Saturdays is in preparation for the Munster Challenge which takes place on the week-end of 25^th to 27^th May. Most participants are now training. Travel and departure arrangements will appear next week.

The event will raise much needed funds for St. Vincent’s District Hospital, Dungarvan.. Sponsorship Cards are now available at O’Mahony Cycles and Nursery, Wyley Sports and Rossitors Meats so collect your cards and start collecting for this worthy cause.

Wednesday 2nd May 2007

BRETT BEST ON THE NIGHT

Brett Lynam just managed to pip John Flynn and Colin Organ by 5 and 9 seconds respectively, to take 1^st place at last Wednesday’s competition. Assuming that the sponsor, who has performed the most consistently of all, opts out of winning his own competition, any of the next 7 cyclists are in contention with only a few minutes separating them all. All competitors are also in the running for an individual win on the final night tonight. New participants are welcome each week so come and support the last night of this excellent competition.

Sign on is at 6.30pm sharp at John Foley’s, Kilrush and no clocks, speedometers or mobile phones are allowed to assist with time keeping. The winner each week is the competitor closest to their predicted time, not the fastest, with lowest cumulative total and the event takes place over the 24km Whitechurch circuit.

Rossiter's Quality Meats
Individual Predict-Your Time Competition						Overall after 3 weeks………
Week 3
No.	Name	Predicted	Time	Difference		No.	Name	Difference
								Total
		mm:ss	mm:ss	mm:ss				mm:ss
6	Brett Lynam	00:38:45	38:42	00:03		14	Liam Rossiter	01:30
8	John Flynn	00:39:20	39:12	00:08		15	Colin Organ	02:02
15	Colin Organ	00:43:00	43:12	00:12		11	Justin Coonan	03:05
14	Liam Rossiter	00:42:50	43:06	00:16		6	Brett Lynam	03:37
20	Enda Donnelly	00:38:40	39:14	00:34		8	John Flynn	03:50
2	Frank Browne	00:43:45	44:27	00:42		2	Frank Browne	04:13
25	Siobhan O'Mahony	00:43:30	42:47	00:43		7	Dane Power	04:17
10	Benny Flynn	00:40:30	39:42	00:48		20	Enda Donnelly	05:58
11	Justin Coonan	00:37:30	38:42	01:12		3	Willie O'Driscoll	06:32
13	Keith Radley	00:40:00	41:12	01:12		4	Davey Tobin	07:14
19	Emma Walsh	00:47:00	45:27	01:33		25	Siobhan O'Mahony	07:33
26	Brian Guiry	00:45:00	46:34	01:34		1	Michael Dee	08:21
7	Dane Power	00:44:30	46:15	01:45		5	Mark Power	08:30
9	Damien Travers	00:38:00	39:54	01:54		12	Michael Curran	09:54
22	Brian Whyte	00:37:40	40:46	03:06		18	Eamonn O'Docherty	10:08
24	Richie Power	00:44:05	40:42	03:23		13	Keith Radley	10:24
21	Natalie Shaw-Hamilton	00:50:00	46:24	03:36		10	Benny Flynn	10:44
						24	Richie Power	11:02
						22	Brian Whyte	11:22
						9	Damien Travers	11:41
							Hugh Mulhearne	12:18
						26	Brian Guiry	12:46
						19	Emma Walsh	13:25
						21	Natalie Shaw-Hamilton	14:10
						23	Rory Wyley	14:48

O’MAHONY CYCLES AND NURSERY SUMMER SERIES GETS UNDERWAY NEXT WEEK

The annual Summer Series gets underway on Wednesday next, the 9^th May for eight weeks. It is held over the Mill Street circuit, which is 40km in length. This is a handicap event with points awarded each week for the first five places and each finisher getting points as well. This means once again that consistency is important with regular finishers being rewarded even if they are not amongst the places. The handicapping last year was so accurate that the final result was not decided until the last night and Davy Tobin, a newcomer, was overall winner.

Thanks to Siobhan and Tony O’Mahony for their kind sponsorship.

GROUPS CONTINUE TO SUPPORT WEEK-END SPINS

Cyclists were one again out training for The Munster Challenge as well as general preparation for club events. Saturday saw a group head along the coast road to Bunmahon, Kill, Portlaw, over  the tough Tower Hill and home via the Carrick Road. Saturday saw just two hardy (foolish!) souls brave the rain.

 Cyclists included Francis Barry,  Frank Browne, Vinny Feeny,  Keith Walsh, Pat O’Driscoll,  Keith Radley, Brett Lynam, Michael Dee, Emma Walsh, Eamon O’Doherty and Damien Travers.

Spins continue on Saturday’s from John Foley’s and Sunday from The Square, both at 9.30. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance and speed is appropriate. Come along with bike, helmet and some food and water and give cycling a try.

MUNSTER CHALLENGE IN ONE MONTH

Padraig’s spin on Saturdays is in preparation for the Munster Challenge which takes place on the week-end of 25^th to 27^th May. Most participants are now training. Finaal arrangements were made at last weeks Committee meeting.

The event will raise much needed funds for St. Vincent’s District Hospital, Dungarvan.. Sponsorship Cards are now available at O’Mahony Cycles and Nursery, Wyley Sports and Rossitors Meats so collect your cards and start collecting for this worthy cause.

LOCAL’S OUT IN FORCE IN CARRICK OPEN RACE

Local Club members Enda Donnelly and Keith Radley (who should have been mentioned last week-apologies from PRO) along with Mark Power(Abbeyside) and Keith Walsh-both of whom regularly train with DCC,  took part in the tough Tommy Sheehan Memorial last Sunday. Despite mechanical problems they all conquered the tough hill three times and finished in the bunch.