by Bike Manawatu | Mar 25, 2022 | Notices
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
- To see more information about these updates please click here https://covid19.govt.nz/traffic-lights/changes-to-the-traffic-light-system/

We sincerely thank you all for your cooperation during these times and look forward to doing what we all love – riding our bikes!
by Bike Manawatu | Mar 24, 2022 | Notices
U15 Boys Team Sprint
U15 Boys 7.5km Points – Ben Murphy
U15 Boys Elimination – Zac Woollett
U15 Boys 500m Time Trial – Ben Murphy
U15 Girls 500m Time Trial – Pyper Newton
U15 Girls Team Sprint
Elite Men’s Points Race Carne Groube
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by Bike Manawatu | Mar 23, 2022 | Notices
Bike Manawatu Road Racing Merit & Special Award Nominations
We know cyclists compete in many events both near and far and it can sometimes be difficult to keep up with every riders individual achievements.
The Bike Manawatu board are keen to hear from you with nominations for our road racing merit and special awards up for grabs at our annual prizegiving.
We would like your input to help us recognize our people within our club.
You are welcome to nominate yourself, a friend or a family member etc
The information supplied will help the Bike Manawatu board with our judging process
*Your nomination must be a member of Bike Manawatu
Please ensure your submission is received before Thursday 7th April 2022
Submit your nomination today
https://forms.gle/bChQytz9Q5LjsgkTA

by Bike Manawatu | Mar 23, 2022 | Notices
Up & Coming Events for week ending 25th March 2022
Please note all of our Bike Manawatu races / gatherings are My Vaccine Passport Compliant
As at 4 February masks are REQUIRED for all those who are attending events or gatherings. This includes riders, workers, contractors, spectators, volunteers etc. You can take your mask off to eat, drink or exercise only.
Bike Manawatu Covid Road & Track Guidelines
Bike Manawatu Recreational Rides Covid Guidelines
Sport NZ How Sport and Recreation will operate under the CPF
Sport NZ play active recreation and sport at red full guidance Or at a glance guidance
At Red, action is needed to protect at-risk people and protect our health system from an unsustainable number of hospitalisations.
Contact tracing, good hygiene and sanitation, and home isolation will continue as key tools to minimise the spread of the virus.
Localised lockdowns may be considered if there is a rapid growth in cases.
Please note Bike Manawatu requires all riders wishing to attend any of our road races or attend our track season to pre register accordingly
No late entries on the day will be accepted
Sunday 27th March 2022
BM Track Meeting
Tuesday 29th March 2022
Kairanga ITT – we have a back up stms for this race so please still register accordingly
All payments received for last weeks race have been credited to the next race.
Thank you to everyone who emailed to help us out during these uncertain times. Volunteers are the heart of our community.
Sunday 3rd April 2022
BM Club Champs Rnd 4 Flying 200m / End of Season Meeting
Thursday 7th April 2022
Road & Merit Nominations due – click here
Saturday 9th April 2022
BM & WCNI ITT Champs – Rongotea

Sunday 10th April 2022
BM & WCNI Road Race Champs – Halcombe
Friday 22nd April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Saturday 23rd April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Sunday 24th April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Friday 6th May 2022
Bike Manawatu AGM – 6pm – Marist Club Rooms

Sunday 8th May 2022
Cheltenham Classic
Sunday 15th May 2022
Manfeild 6 Hour Cycle Challenge – registrations are now open

Saturday 29th October 2022
Novice Tour of Manawatu
Sunday 30th October 2022
Novice Tour of Manawatu
by Bike Manawatu | Mar 18, 2022 | Notices
West Coast North Island ITT & Road Race Championships 2022
Bike Manawatu is all set to host our West Coast North Island Individual Time Trial Champs in Rongotea followed by our Road Race Champs in Halcolmbe in April 2022
We intend to combine the races to include Bike Manawatu & Cycling Whanganui club champs at the same time.
As always riders will race distances according to their cycling nz age grade category.
This is an OPEN event to all riders – *only licenced WCNI riders are eligible for WCNI medals* – and Bike Manawatu / Cycling Whanganui club members eligible for their Club trophies – club awards will be acknowledged at each clubs own prizegiving
Social and non members are welcome to attend the event however will not be eligible for WCNI medals or Bike Manawatu/ Whanganui trophies.
We encourage participation and is a good opportunity for those riders wishing to enter the Non-Championship Time Trial category at Age Group Road Nationals
WCNI Combined ITT Championships
Click here to register
Saturday 9th April 2022 – Rongotea
West Coast North Island combined with Bike Manawatu & Cycling Whanganui Champs
Registration 10.15am – (near the Rongotea Garage carpark on Mersey Street)
Race briefing 10.45am – all riders must attend
Start Time / First Rider off at 11:00am in 30 second intervals
Riders will race in their categories according to their age based as at 31 December 2022
Starting on corner of Severn & Mercey Streets
***Strictly NO Late Registrations on the day****
Entry Fee: $15 for all riders
Please click here to view all information about the event
If you or someone you know is available to help volunteer on the day please click here
If you or someone you know is available to help volunteer please fill in this form here
WCNI Combined Road Race Championships
Click here to register
Sunday 10th April 2022 – Halcombe
West Coast North Island combined with Bike Manawatu & Cycling Whanganui Champs
Start & Meet outside the Halcombe Hall on Willoughby Street. (75 Willoughby Street, Halcombe 4779)
Registration 10.15am – (Halcombe Community Hall)
Race briefing 10.45am – all riders must attend
Start Grade off at 11:00am
Riders will race in their categories according to their age based as at 31 December 2022
***Strictly NO Late Registrations on the day****
Entry Fee: set by WCNI Constitution $15.00 – U17 & Younger $20.00 – All over 17 Riders
Cycling NZ Licence required at sign on
Please click here to view all information about the event
If you or someone you know is available to help volunteer please click here

by Bike Manawatu | Mar 18, 2022 | Notices
Up & Coming Events for week ending 18th March 2022
Please note all of our Bike Manawatu races / gatherings are My Vaccine Passport Compliant
As at 4 February masks are REQUIRED for all those who are attending events or gatherings. This includes riders, workers, contractors, spectators, volunteers etc. You can take your mask off to eat, drink or exercise only.
Bike Manawatu Covid Road & Track Guidelines
Bike Manawatu Recreational Rides Covid Guidelines
Sport NZ How Sport and Recreation will operate under the CPF
Sport NZ play active recreation and sport at red full guidance Or at a glance guidance
At Red, action is needed to protect at-risk people and protect our health system from an unsustainable number of hospitalisations.
Contact tracing, good hygiene and sanitation, and home isolation will continue as key tools to minimise the spread of the virus.
Localised lockdowns may be considered if there is a rapid growth in cases.
Please note Bike Manawatu requires all riders wishing to attend any of our road races or attend our track season to pre register accordingly
No late entries on the day will be accepted
Friday 18th March 2022
Track National Championships – Cambridge
Saturday 19th March 2022
Track National Championships – Cambridge
BM Track 30 Minute Challenge – Group 2

Sunday 20th March 2022
BM Track Meeting
Tuesday 22nd March 2022
Kairanga ITT
Thursday 24th March 2022
BM Track Club Champs Rnd 3 – Scratch Race
Sunday 27th March 2022
BM Track Meeting
Tuesday 29th March 2022
Kairanga ITT
Sunday 3rd April 2022
BM Club Champs Rnd 4 Flying 200m / End of Season Meeting
Saturday 9th April 2022
BM & WCNI ITT Champs – Rongotea

Sunday 10th April 2022
BM & WCNI Road Race Champs – Halcombe
Friday 22nd April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Saturday 23rd April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Sunday 24th April 2022
Age Group Road Nationals – Hokitika
Sunday 8th May 2022
Cheltenham Classic
Sunday 15th May 2022
Manfeild 6 Hour Cycle Challenge – registrations are now open

Saturday 29th October 2022
Novice Tour of Manawatu
Sunday 30th October 2022
Novice Tour of Manawatu