Bike Manawatu’s approach back to cycling under the the governments covid -19 guidelines
UPDATE as at 11:59pm Monday 12 September The Covid-19 framework known as the traffic light system has been removed
The information below dated March & April 2022 is now out of date -However we do remain cashless payments are to be made to Bike Manawatu ANZ 01-0745-0284925-00 – Thank you
UPDATE Changes to the traffic light System from 11:59pm 25 March & 4 April 2022
Bike Manawatu has followed guidelines and done our best to implement safe procedures to allow our races to continue during these uncertain times.
We are super excited that with guidelines starting to ease we navigate our way to a new normal and are able to welcome everyone back to our races and events.
Please see an updated list of our club guidelines below.
At Red
From 11:59pm on Friday 25 March:
There will be no limits for outdoor activities, such as gatherings and events. My Vaccine Passes must be used until 11:59pm on 4 April.
You do not need to wear a face mask outdoors. – however if you wish to continue to wear your mask we respect your decision – Other face mask rules remain unchanged — face masks are still required in most indoor settings.
There is no requirement to scan in or for us to have our QR code on display
Please note we still require all riders to pre register for all of our events (no late registrations) This helps us plan for our events and communicate with riders if anything changes.
From 11:59pm on 4 April 2022, there will be no requirement to use My Vaccine Pass. Until 4 April, where My Vaccine Passes are not used, the current restrictions remain — but after this time, the new capacity limits will apply to everyone.
Self-isolate for 7 days if you test positive or live with someone who has Covid-19 – Please follow the public health guidelines.
We ask that you consider everyone’s health and safety when attending our events. Thank You
Please note until such time we get confirmation from our venues some restrictions may still apply for example Manfeild
Please note Bike Manawatu still requires all riders to pre register for our events – this has not changed – No Late Registrations
PAST INFORMATION / GUIDELINES No longer applicable
The Delta variant has spread rapidly worldwide and is now the main variant in many countries, including NZ. It is the most transmissible variant, spreading a lot easier than the original version of the COVID-19 virus and other variants and requires additional consideration.
IMPORTANT Information to all riders, volunteers and race officials involved in our Bike Manawatu Event.
Under both RED & ORANGE traffic light settings the event is able to go ahead but there will be conditions.
Under RED
With My Vaccine pass – Up to 100 people per gathering (based on allowing 1m2 of space per person)
All Riders MUST present My Vaccine Pass – Scan our QR Codes – Wear a mask when not riding – STAY HOME IF YOU ARE SICK OR A CLOSE CONTACT
All Riders must pre register & pay online
Sport and Recreation activities are limited to groups of 100 in a defined space in an outdoor space.
Please stay home if you are sick
A QR code will be available for all riders, volunteers and spectators
Social distancing is to be maintained for everyone during the event, but riders are not subject to it during the active competition part of their race.
Masks should be worn by everyone at all times, except during the active competition
Hand hygiene,please use sanitizer available if touching surfaces
Cough and sneeze etiquette. Please be considerate of others and no spitting, coughing or clearing your nose in the bunch
No cash payments will be accepted
No late registrations on the day will be accepted
Avoid touching surfaces & avoid sharing equipment
No congregating pre or post event, please vacate the area in a timely manner
No prize giving to take place under level 2 guidelines
Click here to download the form to apply for a grant from the Bike Manawatu National Events Grant Fund. All rules applying to the fund are printed on the form.
Sunday was the first race in the North Island Trusthouse Teams Race Series for 2021. The race took place in Alfredton over a 34 km lap – Category 1 and 2 rode 3 laps of the circuit, while Category 3 and 4 rode 2 laps of the circuit. It is a fairly challenging circuit, which was made tougher with the strong winds and intermittent rain.
Bike Manawatu had a team each in Categories 2,3 and 4, with other Manawatu riders taking part in the WCNI team in Cat 2, Matthew Jamieson riding as an individual in category 1, the Manawatu Storage team in category 4, as well as some riders participating in the Green Performance Team in Category 2.
Matthew Jamieson placed 4th in Category 1, after making the step up from racing in Category 2 last year – this is a fantastic result, well done Matthew.
Glenn Kirk’s WCNI team dominated the Category 2 race with Caleb Bottcher riding solo for over 1 and a half laps to take the win, with Jeremy Rowe finishing in 4th and Glenn Kirk in 7th. The Total Sheetmetals Bike Manawatu team also had some great results with Adam Francis and Sam Parry in 8th and 9th place.
The standout results in category 3 are from our younger members – Jackson Fellowes who is racing for the Madison Clothing team was first and Andy Richardson finished 7th only 11.9 seconds behind the winner – both of these young men are racing in this series for the first time. Dave Jackson and Jackson’s dad Marcus (also racing for Madison Cycle clothing), finished in 2nd and 3rd.
Category 4 was a great race for our locals – Darren Murdie of the Palmfeilds Bike Manawatu team finished in a very close 2nd (1.2 seconds), with Toshi Yamauchi riding for Manawatu storage in 3rd place. Patrick Johnstone and Darcy Forrester from the Palmfeilds Bike Manawatu team finished in 4th and 10th place, and this team is sitting 2nd in the teams points for the series.
