by Bike Manawatu | Apr 19, 2026 | News, Road Results
What a stunning morning it was for our Graded Road Race at Glen Oroua. Summer made a welcome return, treating the ~50 riders out on the course to beautiful conditions.
Huge thanks to Sam Richardson for Timing, Rachel O’Dea for sag wagon, Tim Lloyd for traffic management, and the 9 amazing mentor riders who did a brilliant job looking after our younger riders.
It was fantastic to see the next generation of cyclists enjoy the event, with nearly 20 primary & intermediate aged kids taking part across D & E Grades. Some of these kids tackling their very first Road event – fantastic effort to all of you for giving it a go. Hannah Peel continues to impress in D Grade crossing the line in first.
In A grade Filip Martin broke away early on and rode solo to a well-deserved victory.
B and C Grades delivered exciting sprint finishes. Carl Dickason claimed the win in B Grade, while Julia Hutchinson edged ahead of Maggie Lintott in a tight finish to take out C Grade.
Full results: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=428392
Next up is the Cheltenham Cup on Sun 26th April, a ~35km graded handicap race with a lot of history and cups up for grabs for Bike Manawatu members. Non-members are of course welcome to participate. Event details & registration here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=427096
Enjoy the sunshine and the rest of your weekend!
by Bike Manawatu | Apr 2, 2026 | News
The Greasy Chain Charitable Trust is seeking a passionate and dedicated Secretary/Treasurer to join its Board. The Bike Manawatū Board works alongside the Greasy Chain Board to support and grow cycling across the Manawatū region. This is a great opportunity to contribute to cycling initiatives that make a real impact in our community 🚴♂️ Find out more HERE.
by Bike Manawatu | Mar 31, 2026 | News, Road Results
Great night out to finish off our Twilight Daylight savings season.
Massive thanks to Sam Richardson for Timing, Ross O’Dea for marshalling and numerous other duties this evening, and Tim Lloyd for traffic management set up and pack up in the dark. Of course none of this happens without the Board and our sponsors.
Congratulations to Mark Hudson for the win tonight. Mark put in a last ditch sprint to take the honours from Carl Dickason and Chris Grant. The Woolworths Cup will be officially presented to Mark at our End-of-Year Prize Giving.
C Grade held off a blistering pursuit from A Grade. The Handicapper is expecting a bit of flack from the A graders. Great to see Adam Martin make a return, Joseph Steer hopping in with A grade for the first time and coming home with Liam O’Dea in the bunch. Lili Rowe is a definite threat to handicap honours and Hannah Peel for punching on and learning her trade.
Results: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=426438
Good luck to our members doing Age Group Road Nationals in the Tasman region next weekend!
At the end of the school holidays we’ll be back at Glen Oroua for a graded road race on Sun 19th April, suitable for new and returning riders with a focus on mentoring our Juniors. Please pre-register here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=425665
Wishing everyone a great long Easter weekend! The forecast is looking perfect for getting out on a bike!
by Bike Manawatu | Mar 26, 2026 | News
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At its core, Pedal Her Way is about helping more women feel capable, supported, and confident as they progress in cycling.
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by Bike Manawatu | Mar 22, 2026 | News, Road Results
Thank you to everyone who came out to Glen Oroua for today’s road race, it was another stunning morning for riding. Massive thanks to our volunteers: Jo Coxon for running the Timing, John from Wellington on the Stop/Go paddle on the bridge, Tim Lloyd for traffic management, and Marty Baker for Sag Wagon.
It was fantastic that Brendan Bateup from Wellington RCC and Brendan Clarke from Kapiti travelled up for our event. We also applaud all the incredible families who took the opportunity and rode with their young kids, and Lizzie and Hannah Peel for looking after and encouraging other riders.
Results https://www.webscorer.com/race?pid=1&raceid=425275
Sealed Handicap results will be published Monday evening!!!
Next up are our second Junior Cycling Skills session and the Woolworths Cup!
Sun 29th March at 4pm – Junior Cycling Skills #2
Please pre-register here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=423062
Tue 31st Mar at 6pm – Woolworths Cup (Handicap)
Back in 1968 this cup was won by F. Martley on a course from Tremaine Ave to Rongotea. The event has since been moved to Feilding onto a 32.2km course starting on Makino Rd.
Please pre-register here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=424944
by Bike Manawatu | Mar 10, 2026 | Kairanga ITT Results, News, Results
Great to see some old and new faces at tonight’s Kairanga time trial, and some teams getting out there as well. Thanks to Sam Richardson for running the timing, to Tim Lloyd for course setup, and to Edward Dabinett, Phil Riley and Duncan Palmer for volunteering. This event could not have been run without you, thank you!
Results: https://www.webscorer.com/race?raceid=423906
Congratulations to Filip Martin who managed to lower his own U17 course record by 1 sec! With a time of 16:10 Filip was the fastest on the course today.
Next up is our first Junior Cycling Skills session at Memorial Park, taking place this Sunday 15th March from 1-3pm. Participants please register here: https://www.webscorer.com/register?raceid=423061
This session is a great opportunity for young riders to build confidence, develop their cycling skills, and learn more about the sport in a fun and supportive environment. Please spread the word and encourage any young cyclists who might be interested to come along.
This Saturday 14th March is the popular Bush Cycle Tour, and it’s not too late to enter: https://www.facebook.com/events/1595276311457060
