Schreck, George
The problem was not that there were not enough 50+ racers. The issue is that there usually were more 50+ racers in the 1,2,3 field than there were in the 50+ field. I would expect that to continue.
-----Original Message-----
From: Michael Barmache [mailto:mbarm-@qwest.net]
Sent: Tuesday, April 26, 2005 9:23 AM
To: ob-@topica.com
Subject: RE: [OBRA Chat] Lakeside Bicycles Monday Night Bike Race Starts May 2nd at PIR..
Dear Jim
Is your intention to completely eliminate the 50 + category or combine
it with another group?
Rather then cancelling the whole 50+ series perhaps you could run a 50 +
series in alternate months or alternate weeks or perhaps start with a
full May or June schedule and see how it goes. . I still think there are
enough 50+ guys who are interested in racing to have a series .I agree
that last year the attendence dropped off but was good in 2003. Who
knows what will happen this year. It's not as if it cost any additional
time or money to run a 50 + race . If the series is cancelled then the
option for someone over 50 is to ride as pack fill with the 123's or
the 40+ group or the 3,4's . Few of the 50 + guys are going to contest
the sprints in these categories while with a 50 + series even though
there are fewer racers there is a race dynamic which goes on which is
completely different than if the category is combined with another. .
The age differences become more significant in terms of performance as
one ages and I for one would welcome a series with smaller groups/
fields . The pace may be slower but the effort expended is just as hard.
Perhaps your right and there is not enough interest to generate a field
of racers . But until you at least poll the 50 + racers who might
participate I think cancelling the series is a premature decision .
Just my thoughts
Mike Barmache 55+
Jim Anderson wrote:
Reminder....races start may 2nd!
2005 Series Highlights:
- check out the new website: http://www.racemondaynight.com
- Novice Women category added. Just show up with helmet, bike and good
attitude. Specifically for women that have never raced before and want
to
see what fun it is.
- Bike Commute, Carpool or Take Tri-Met - Get a Discount!
- Get a great deal on Season Passes - Team and Individual are available!
- Season passes for teams and individuals are available....see below...
- Unfortunately due to declining attendance in the 50+ category, it has
been
dropped for 2005 series.
Bike Racing at PIR Starts Up For The Summer!
Wish you could ever ride your bike on a car racetrack? Well, now you
can!
The Lakeside Bicycles Monday Night Masters and Women race series starts
another exciting year of racing in May. The race series is in its 18th
year
of running at Portland International raceway, and this year?s summer
series
is looking to be great!
Fast, fun and exciting racing for any ability, skill, and experience.
New
racers (women or Masters 30+) are welcome and encouraged ? just show up
with
helmet and road bike ready to race. Novice category is for Women - Any
age/ability and Masters 30+. They are run separately. Mentors and
experienced racers will be available to answer questions. Come out and
try
bike racing in a friendly, safe, and closed to traffic racecourse.
Distances vary each week depending on daylight/field sizes/weather, and
will
be announced at start/registration. Course is flat, wide, 1.9-mile loop
closed to traffic, with excellent pavement. Race distances average:
20-30
miles (women's race), 30- 55 miles (master's cat. 1/2/3/4), 10-15 miles
(novice master?s and women?s)
Bike commute, carpool or take the Tri-Met Max to the race and receive $1
off
your entry. For every racer participating in this program, $1.00 is
donated
to the Bicycle Transportation Alliance.
Where:
Portland International Raceway. From I-5 take exit #306B west.
When:
May 2nd ? August 29 (expect: June 13th and July 4th + 25th) ?
May ? 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;
June ? 6, 20, 27;
July ? 11, 18;
Aug ? 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Registration:
Opens at 5pm. OBRA licenses available (single-day $5 or annual $15).
Registration located at start/finish area on the track in the middle of
the
main grand stands.
Start Times:
Novice Masters 6:15 and Novice Women: 6:20, Women: 6:35, Masters Groups:
6:45
Course/Distances:
Distances vary each week depending on daylight/field sizes/weather, and
will
be announced at start/registration. Course is flat, wide, 1.9-mile loop
closed to traffic, with excellent pavement. Race distances average:
20-30
miles (women's race), 30- 55 miles (master's cat. 1/2/3/4), 10-15 miles
(novice master?s and women?s)
Categories/Race Schedule:
Fast, fun and exciting racing for any ability, skill, and experience.
New
racers (women or Masters 30+) are welcome and encouraged ? just show up
with
helmet and road bike ready to race. Mentors and experienced racers will
be
available to answer questions.
May ? August ? Novice Masters 30+, Novice Women, and Women
May and June ? Masters 30+ ? Cat 1/2/3s, Cat 4/5s
July and August ? Masters 30+ ? Cat 1/2/3s, Cat 3/4s
Additional Information:
Helmets required, OBRA racing rules apply, and no aero bars allowed.
Monthly
Women series will score (points) Novice, Cat 1,2,3; Cat 4,5; 35+
separately.
Commuters Discount:
Bike commute, carpool or take the Tri-Met Max to the race and receive $1
off
your entry. For every racer participating in this program, $1.00 is
donated
to the Bicycle Transportation Alliance.
Prizes:
Prizes are given monthly (awarded at end of each month) and points
accumulated weekly to each category. Thanks to Lakeside Bicycles prizes
and
gift certificates.
Season Pass Plans (Indivual and Team):
Individual Pass Plan (non-transferable, no refunds after first race) -
Get a
great deal on racing by purchasing a season pass for the series! The
amazing
price of $145 gets you a season pass. That means you get to race for $9
a
race!
Passes can be purchased before the first race (highly recommended) by
mail
(jim anderson 4909 sw nevada ct #3 portland or 97219), online
registration
available at www.orbike.com or at first race.
Team Season Pass Plan (Transferable) ? Get your team together and get in
on
a great deal on a package of races. Passes can be purchased before the
first
race (highly recommended) by mail, or at registration at first race.
Packages Include:
#1 ? 50 races - $500, #2 ? 75 races - $750, #3, 100 races - $1000, #4 -
125
races - $1250, #5 ? 150 races - $1500, #6 ? 200 races - $2000, #7 (A
Good
Deal) ? 250 races - $2250, #8 (The Best Deal) ? 300 races - $2625
A La Carte Options (Teams Only) ? Get to the August with no races left
on
your pass? Don?t worry, now you can purchase limited races at same price
rate. This offer is only available after June Series. Packages Includes:
#1
? 5 races - $52.50, #2 ? 10 races - $105, #3 ? 15 races - $157.50, #4 ?
20
races - $210, #5 ? 25 races - $262.50
Fee:
$12.00, $5.00 jr. women
Contact:
Jim Anderson - Series Race Organizer - 503-975-8229 ?
jim-an-@comcast.net
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