BikeManawatu Club News

The below email has been sent to me and shows that a good turn doesn’t go by unnoticed. Are you or do you know the person concerned?

Hi John
 
Just thought I would tell you what happened to Anna last Sunday. She ended up biking pretty much the whole two laps by herself which is no biggie because next time she wants to try and get into a better position to not get left behind and try and stay with a group........it's all a big learning curve.
While she was biking an older boy pulled up beside her and asked her if she was ok? Head wind and all she said yes but finding it hard on her own, so he said "tuck in behind me and I will help you". He stayed with her for about 2 kms and then said "sorry I have to go".
Pete and I were amazed and thought that story needs repeating. He gave up his "time" to help her and we thought that was lovely.
 
Regards Diana

Manfeild 2011
At the time of writing we have 218 people entered to ride in the challenge as either individuals or part of a team so it is set to be the biggest field in the history of the event.

Remember – It’s not too late to enter!!  Entries available on the day at Manfeild (No EFTPOS sorry).

We have participants coming form all over the lower half of the North Island. The first lap is scheduled for 9am and will be at a pace set by local MP and Patron of Bike Manawatu Ian McKelvie.

A heap of spot prizes are up for grabs this year including a special prize draw for Bike Manawatu members. Included in the prize draws are 2 flights in the Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter.

Forecast for SundayThe weather may be another factor on the day. Currently the forecast is looking dry with light winds, but cold!!!

Tim Neal the Potato Guy will have his Baked Potato cart on site. He is fundraising for Nick Dunne who is competing in the challenge as a solo rider and later this year is competing in the worlds toughest endurance cycle race. RAAM or Race across America. All proceeds from Potato & Hot Soup ” donations “ on the day will go to Nick and towards the estimated $100,000 required to compete in RAAM