On Wednesday last, August 22nd Enda Donnelly and Hugh Mulhearne secured victory in week 3 of our annual Ger Wyley Team TimeTrial. On a night suited to good times they completed the Whitechurch route in 36:15, a full 45 seconds inside their predicted time. In second place was the foursome Benny Flynn, Pádraig de Búrca, Richie Power and Davey Tobin who went round in 38:51 and secured a PB for several on the team. Dane Power, Frank Browne and Micheel Whelan completed the course in 44:47.
On Week 2, the winners were Damien Travers, Enda Donnelly (again!) and Michael Moloney as they raced around in 37:51. Very impressive cycling indeed!
Just a reminder to everyone that the final event in this series will be tonight, Wednesday August 29th. All cyclists who sign-on at Kilrush at 6:45 will be put on a team, so even if you haven’t been on a team in this competition in previous weeks, don’t let it stop you from participating! This is our last event of the season… so come along and enjoy the fun!
The Sean Kelly
All the talk during the past week has been on how wonderful the Sean Kelly tour of Waterford proved to be. It was wonderful to see how proud all the cyclists were of their achievements, and indeed there’s already lots of anticipation for next year. Well done to all involved. A special mention must to the staff in Waterford County Council, and in particular Richie Walsh and Johnny Brunnock. Take a bow there! They were very ably assisted in running the show by Rosarie Kealy and Karen Phelan in Waterford sports Partnership. Thank you ladies. And finally, a very big thank you to Sean, for helping to make this wonderful event a reality.
Weekend spins
Both days of the weekend were ablaze with sunshine, and those who were out on the bikes enjoyed good spins: on Saturday to Ballyduff and camphire; and on Sunday to Bunmahon, Kill, Carroll’s Cross and home via the N25; while some of the group decided on a more leisurely trip to Lismore. On the bikes were: Francis Barry, Eddie Moore, Damien Travers, Frank O’Rourke and Frank Browne, Colin Organ, Eamonn O’Docherty, Keith Radley, Mark Power and Mark Power, Pádraig de Búrca, David Cummins, Davey Tobin, Brian O’Mahony, and Jim. Well done to Brian who completed a 70k on Saturday, and came back for more on Sunday, having been only a short few weeks on the bike!
Sponsorship for St. Vincent’s Hospital
All monies are now in for our recent Munster Challenge charity event in aid of St. Vincent’s Hospital Dungarvan. A substantial total was raised and will be presented to the hospital on next Wednesday, September 5th at 6pm at the Park Hotel. Allclub members please make time to attend for a short presentation photo.
Annual General Meeting
Details of our Annual General Meeting will be available shortly. At present we are aware that a number of officers will be stepping down having completed two years. If you are aware of any persons interested in continuing the development of this fine club, please approach them to put their names forward. New blood (and old!) most welcome.
Wed 22nd August 2007
Sean Kelly Tour an Outstanding Success
More than 900 cyclists participated last Sunday August 19th in the inaugural Sean Kelly Tour of Waterford, commencing and finishing in Dungarvan. It must be said that it was the biggest and best event of its kind in the town, drawing participants from far and wide. These large numbers were added to by a huge turnout of Dungarvan Credit Union cyclists, and including many former members who dusted off the bike specifically for the event. There were three routes to choose from: 45km, 100km and 160km. The event was marked by fine weather, but with strong blustery winds, each participant needed that bit extra to complete their chosen course. We want to thank everyone for committing to this event, and congratulate you on successfully completing your chosen route.
Waterford County Council superbly coordinated the event in association with Waterford Sports Partnership. Our club and all other local clubs were involved in the planning for this hugely successful event, and it is testimony to what can be achieved in a short time. Over refreshments in the Sports Centre after the event, many were discussing plans for next year. Roll on!
Ger Wyley Team Competition
Week 3 of this competition takes place tonight at Kilrush. Just turn up and you will be put on a team. Each team to predict their time on our usual Whitechurch circuit. Sign on is at 6:45pm. See you there.
Weekend & mid-week spins
Usual spins continue from Kilrush on Saturday and the Square on Sunday at 9:30am. Mid-week spins will continue on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30pm from Kilrush for a few more weeks. Now that the big events for the year are completed, we will be able to return to cycling routes which might not involve as much hill-work as we’ve had recently.
Wednesday 8th August 2007
GER WYLEY SPORTS TEAM COMPETITION STARTS TONIGHT
The Ger Wyley Sports Team Predict-your-time Competition gets underway tonight, Wednesday the 8th of August for four weeks. This competition is open to all levels of cyclists with teams consisting of a mix of grades determined by the committee on the first night.
The event is held over the Whitechurch Circuit-a distance of some 24km-and teams must predict their time in advance with no speedometers, clocks or watches allowed. Times above or below the predicted are added each week and the cumulative total will determine the overall winners. The whole team must finish together as the time of the final cyclist is the one to count.
Sign on is 6.30pm at John Foley’s and prizes will be awarded each week as well as overall.
WEEK-END SPINS
A good spin took place on Saturday taking in Seskin Hill and Powers-the-Pot as furhtowers-the-Pot as further hill training continues. Out were Padraig de Burca, Richie Power, Pat O’Driscoll, Michael Moloney, Pat Kenealy, Keith Walsh and Paraic O’Sullivan down from Dublin who managed 75miles on his return to cycling! Sunday produced more “summer showers” and was a wash out.
Spins continue each weekend despite the summer break. Saturday’s spin leaves from John Foley’s, Kilrush with Sunday departing the square, both at 9.30am. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance and speed is suitable.
EVENING SPINS
As in previous years there will be two evening spins per week (weather permitting!) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, commencing at Kilrush at 6.30pm in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour.
SEAN KELLY TOUR
The Sean Kelly Tour takes place Sunday the 19th August with three differing levels from beginners to experienced. Cyclists can choose 45km, 100km or 160km. Details can be found at www.theseankellytour.com. Cyclists who are not intending to participate will be contacted to steward the Dungarvan area for the event.
BREAK IN NOTES
There will be a one week break in notes due to summer holidays, with notes returning in Wednesday 22nd.
Wednesday 1st August 2007
COLIN ORGAN PLAYS ANOTHER WINNING TUNE IN O’MAHONY CYCLES AND NURSERY SUMMER SERIES
Colin Organ completed a hat-trick of hard-earned victories to claim the overall honours in this 2007 Summer Series sponsored by O’Mahony Cycles & Nursery. Helped along by a strong group, Colin saw off the challenge from other competitors in fine style. Time-keeping on the night indicated that the yellow-jersey group reached the Welcome Inn a full two minutes faster than the previous week, and this, given wet and windy conditions, was enough to ensure top spot for the popular Knockanore man, as the chasing group were kept at bay but merely by a small 30-second margin. The minor places on the night were taken by Benny Flynn, Emma Walsh, Richie Power and Michael Moloney. Prizes for the Summer series were presented later that evening in Minnies Bar, Abbeyside, and the Joe Fitzgerald memorial cup was presented by Mary Fitzgerald to Colin Organ. We are grateful once again to Siobhan and Tony for their continued generous sponsorship of this annual event. Final thanks also to Francis Barry for handicapping and time-keeping, and to Niamh o’Mahony for sign-on.
O'Mahony Cycles & Nursery Summer Series 2007
Total
Colin Organ
58
Benny Flynn
54
Brett Lynam
52
Keith Walsh
50
Emma Walsh
49
Richie Power
46
Enda Donnelly
44
Liam Rossiter
43
Brian Truman
40
Damian Travers
38
Keith Radley
37
Padraig de Burca
35
Mark Power (DCC)
34
Davy Tobin
30
John Flynn
23
Brian Whyte
22
Hugh Mulhearne
22
Frank Browne
20
Rory Wyley
17
Michael Moloney
16
Dane Power
15
Dermot Ryan
10
Frank O'Rourke
10
Jenny Fay
10
Mark Power (DM)
10
Natalie Shaw-Hamilton
5
Vincent Feeney
5
EVENING SPINS
In keeping with previous years, there will be two evening spins each week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, commencing at Kilrush at 6.30pm. These spins will focus on continuing training in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour on Sunday August 19th.
WEEK-END SPINS
A group of club cyclists travelled to Killarney at the weekend to participate in the Ring of Kerry. Reports are that a great day was had by all despite showery conditions. Congratulations and well done to Frank Browne, Richie Power, Emma and Keith Walsh who completed the 114-mile route in the Kingdom.
Closer to home, the club had two great spins over the weekend, the first to the Vee and Newcastle on Saturday, and Ballysaggart on Sunday with a sharp addition via Kilgobinet. Participating were Michael Moloney, Keith Walsh, Siobhan Dunphy, Frank O’Rourke, Eddie Moore, Benny Flynn, Mark Power and Davy Tobin.
Despite the Summer recess in racing, spins continue each weekend on Saturday at John Foley’s, Kilrush and Sunday in The Square, both at 9.30am with Saturday’s spin heading toward Waterford as mentioned above. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance at whatever speed is suitable-so come along with bike, helmet and some food and water and give cycling a try.
SEAN KELLY TOUR
The Sean Kelly Tour takes place on Sunday August 19th with three differing levels from beginners to experienced cyclists. You can choose to cycle 45km, 100km or 160km. Details can be found at www.theseankellytour.com. Cyclists who are not intending to participate will be contacted to steward the Dungarvan area for this event.
Wed 25th July 2007
TRAINING CONTINUES FOR GER WYLEY SPORTS TEAM COMPETITION
Groups of cyclists continue to train in preparation for the Club’s next competition: the Ger Wyley Sports Team Predict-your-time Competition. This competition returns again this year on Wednesday the 8th August for four weeks.
This competition is open to all levels of cyclists and teams will consist of various grades, however the whole team must finish so the predicted time must reflect the ability of the whole team not just the scratch riders. Details will appear in coming weeks.
WEEK-END SPINS
A good spin took place on Sunday taking in Lismore, The Vee, Newcastle, Melleray and back to Dungarvan. The hill training is no doubt in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour. Taking part were Mark Power(DCC), Mark Radley, Frank Browne, Colin Organ, Liam Rossiter,Benny Flynn, Vincent Feeny, Brian Truman, Emma Walsh and Keith Walsh.
Spins continue each weekend despite the summer break. Saturday’s spin leaves from John Foley’s, Kilrush with Sunday departing the square, both at 9.30am. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance and speed is suitable.
COMMITTEE MEETING
The next Committee meeting will take place next Monday 30th July at 8pm in Minnie’s Bar, Abbeyside. A full attendance is requested to allow preparations for the Team Predict your time competition.
EVENING SPINS
As in previous years there will be two evening spins per week (weather permitting!) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, commencing at Kilrush at 6.30pm in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour.
SEAN KELLY TOUR
The Sean Kelly Tour takes place Sunday the 19th August with three differing levels from beginners to experienced. Cyclists can choose 45km, 100km or 160km. Details can be found at www.theseankellytour.com. Cyclists who are not intending to participate will be contacted to steward the Dungarvan area for the event.
Wednesday 18th July 2007
DUNGARAVAN CREDIT UNION CYCLING CLUB NOTES
TRAINING COMMENCES FOR GER WYLEY SPORTS TEAM COMPETITION
Groups of cyclists have been out training in preparation for the Club’s next competition: the Ger Wyley Sports Team Predict-your-time Competition. This competition returns again this year on Wednesday the 8th August for four weeks.
This competition is open to all levels of cyclists and teams will consist of various grades, however the whole team must finish so the predicted time must reflect the ability of the whole team not just the scratch riders. Details will appear in coming weeks.
WEEK-END SPINS
Two good spins took place during the week-end with Saturday’s spin taking in Mahon Falls, The Mau Mau and Millstreet whilst Sunday’s group headed to Portlaw, Scrouty, Seskin Hill and back to Dungarvan. The hill training is no doubt in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour. Taking part were Mark Power(DCC), Mark Power(DM), Frank Browne, Frank O’Rourke, Siobhan O’Mahony, Siobhan Dunphy, Michael Moloney, Padraig de Burca, Colin Organ, Enda Donnelly, Damien Travers, Tony O’Mahony, Anthony Dwyer, Liam Rossiter and welcome to new-comer Brian Mahony.
Spins continue each weekend despite the summer break. Saturday’s spin leaves from John Foley’s, Kilrush with Sunday departing the square, both at 9.30am. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance and speed is suitable.
EVENING SPINS
As in previous years there will be two evening spins per week (weather permitting!) on Tuesdays and Thursdays, commencing at Kilrush at 6.30pm in preparation for the Sean Kelly Tour.
SEAN KELLY TOUR
The Sean Kelly Tour takes place Sunday the 19th August with three differing levels from beginners to experienced. Cyclists can choose 45km, 100km or 160km. Details can be found at www.theseankellytour.com. Cyclists who are not intending to participate will be contacted to steward the Dungarvan area for the event.
Wednesday 4th July 2007
COLIN ORGAN PLAYS A WINNING TUNE IN O’MAHONY CYCLES AND NURSERY SUMMER SERIES
Colin Organ took his second victory to out sprint Benny Flynn, 2nd and Emma Walsh 3rd, last Wednesday in the 7th week of The Summer Series.Liam Rossiter and Richie Power were 4th and 5th respectively taking up the remaining extra points. The second and third groups failed to catch the earlier cyclists and this left the first groups to fight it out for the points.
With one week to go Colin now leads the series from Brett Lynam, Keith Walsh and Benny Flynn. However with the points system the club uses and depending on who finishes, it is still possible for any of the top seven places to win the overall. Thanks once again to our sponsors Tony and Siobhan from O’Mahony Cycles and Nursery, Abbeyside.
The presentation of the Joe Fitzgerald Memorial Cup will be by Mary Fitzgerald. This will take place after tonight’s race at Minnie’s Bar, Abbeyside at 9pm.
O'Mahony Cycles & Nursery Summer Series 2007
Points Table After Week 7
Colin Organ
48
Brett Lynam
47
Keith Walsh
45
Benny Flynn
45
Emma Walsh
41
Enda Donnelly
39
Richie Power
39
Liam Rossiter
38
Brian Truman
35
Damian Travers
33
Keith Radley
32
Padraig de Burca
30
Mark Power (DCC)
29
Davy Tobin
25
John Flynn
23
Brian Whyte
22
Hugh Mulhearne
17
Dane Power
15
Frank Browne
15
Rory Wyley
12
Dermot Ryan
10
Frank O'Rourke
10
Jenny Fay
10
Mark Power (DM)
10
Michael Moloney
10
Natalie Shaw-Hamilton
5
Vincent Feeney
5
NATIONAL TIME TRIAL CHAMPIOSHIPS
The Dungarvan Credit Union Cycling Club Committee wishes to thank all those involved in the organisation of last Friday’s event. Full details appear in and adjacent story.
MARK RADLEY GOAL CHARITY SPIN
Club members Mark Radley and Keith Radley completed a charity spin last Saturday with friends, for GOAL. They started in Belgium and cycled across southern England arriving in Roslare on Friday evening 29th June. The final section of the journey to Dungarvan was on Saturday 30th June and a small group of cyclists from Dungarvan CC planned to meet them on the way, however Saturday’s bad weather caused them to turn back.
Mark and Keith were involved in our earlier club charity spin in May, and they should be applauded for further charity work for such a good cause.
NIAMH O’MAHONY CLAIMS THIRD OVERALL IN JUNIOR EVENT AND TONY CIRCUMNAVIGATES THE ISLAND
Niamh O’Mahony, daughter of Siobhan and Tony had great success in the recent Junior series held in Carrick. She claimed third overall in her first year as a competitive cyclist. The Club congratulates her.
Speaking of the O’Mahony family, congratulations also to Tony who last weekend completed a circumnavigation of Ireland, in a Kayak! Tony along with Derek Lyons and Brian Fahy were raising money for the Make-A-Wish foundation and completed the journey in five weeks. Well done to the three of you.
WEEK-END SPINS
Out cycling in the continuing poor weather over the weekend were Damien Travers, Frank Browne, Brett Lynam, Emma Walsh, Colin Organ, Eddie Moore, Vincent Feeny, Benny Flynn, Richie Power, Eddie Hickey, Anthony Dwyer, Pat O’Driscoll, Keith Walsh and Mark Power (DCC).
Despite the Summer recess in racing, spins continue each weekend on Saturday at John Foley’s, Kilrush and Sunday in The Square, both at 9.30am with Saturday’s spin heading toward Waterford as mentioned above. Beginners are always welcome on a Sunday and a member will be available to travel for whatever distance at whatever speed is suitable-so come along with bike, helmet and some food and water and give cycling a try.
MUNSTER CHALLENGE
Most outstanding monies raised as part of the Munster Challenge have been handed in to O’Mahony’s Cycles, Ger Wyley Sports or Rossiters Meats. Anyone with further funds please drop them in to the above mentioned. A final figure raised will be released soon.
SEAN KELLY TOUR
The Sean Kelly Tour of the Commeraghs takes place this August with three differing levels from beginners to experienced cyclists. Details can be found at www.theseankellytour.com .
NICHOLAS ROCHE CLAIMS NATIONAL TIME TRIAL TITLE
Nicholas Roche (Son of former Tour de France winner-Stephen Roche) Racing for Credit Agricole took First place in the Elite Mens Time Trial held last Friday in Dungarvan. He completed the tough 36km course in 44minutes 7.29 seconds, just 12 seconds ahead of David McCann, 2nd, and David O’Loughlin a further 21 seconds back in 3rd. The French based cyclist will now be entitiled to wear the Irish Champions Jersey in Time Trials for the next 12 months.
The Ladies event was even closer with Louise Moriarty(Global Racing) taking 1st place from Jenny Fay by just 5 seconds. Heather Wilson was a further 2 seconds back in 3rd. Under 23 Champion was Paul Brady, Veterans winner was Ivan Robinson(Ards CC), 1st Junior was Sean Downey(Banbridge CC) and the Tandem event was taken by the team of Crother and McMinn (Ards CC).
Well done also to local cyclists Rory Wyley and Hugh Mulhearne (Both Dan Morrissey) who finished 9th and 13th respectively in the Elite Mens Category.
This is the first time Dungarvan Credit Union Cycling Club had hosted a national title and the event went well with the weather holding out and keeping the roads dry. Cyclists travelled from The Burgery up The Pike Hill, through Lemybrien and on to Kilmacthomas where they turned under the main road. Ladies and Juniors finished at Lemybrien whilst the rest of the competitors finished on the slip-road at The Pike. A number of competitors commented on the hard but fair course, made all the more difficult by the Senior Riders having to climb The Pike Hill twice.
Preparations had been going on for a number of weeks with over 50 locals involved in the organisation of Stewarding, Time Keeping and Logistics. Thanks must go out to all those involved including local cyclists and runners, with a special mention for West Waterford Athletic Club who provided equipment and “bodies”. There were also a large number of generous people not from sporting clubs whom Ger “encouraged” into service and we thank you all.
Full results can be found on the Club web site: www.dungarvancyclingclub.org along with further photographs. One final note, a local cyclist loaned a wheel to a competitor on Friday night and did not collect their wheel afterwards. The missing wheel can be collected at O’Mahonys Nursery and Cycle.
