[Northbrook Velodrome - Juniors Email List] News from the Ed Rudolph Velodrome

[Junior rank riders]

Quoting imelda at northbrookvelodrome.org:

> Hello Ladies and Jr Ladies,
>
> I hope that all is well with you and that you have had a chance to catch the
> Winter Olympics as you sit on the trainers and imagine yourselves setting a
> record in the speed events.
>
> As you know we have being busy planning the season and I just wanted 
> to preview
> you on the upcoming Ed Rudolph Velodrome races that will be held with you in
> mind.  For a full season schedule please visit
> http://www.northbrookvelodrome.org/schedule.
>
> I have also enclosed the document for those of you who may want to 
> pin it up on
> your scratch board.
>
> Also Jr Ladies, please note that you are eligible to participate in all women
> events.
> _______________________________________________________________________________
>
> WOMEN TRACK CLINIC
> Saturday, May 13 (Saturday, June 3 ? Rain Date)
>
> In this one-day event you will learn track cycling etiquette,
> mounting/dismounting techniques, pace line riding, sprinting drills, group
> riding and we will offer in a simulated race.
>
> After you have learned the basics, we invite you to attend the 
> practice clinics
> held on Monday/Tuesday nights.  For further information on our weekly track
> clinics, please visit http://www.northbrookvelodrome.org/programs
>
> ________________________________________________________________________________
>
> June 22-- USCF Racing featuring the ELAINE NEKRITZ TROPHY RACE sponsored by
> Alberto's Sport
>
> Type of Race:  Points Race
> Categories:  Cat 1/2/3 and Cat 4 (each group races separately)
> Distance:  30 lap (cat 1/2/3) and 15 lap (category 4)
>
> A first ever trophy race for women track racers that will boast a -- phat --
> purse of over $800 in cash, the largest women offering for the 
> season.  Please
> mark you calendar and plan on being part of this historic moment.
>
> _______________________________________________________________________________
>
> July 13--USCF Racing featuring a LADIES' SPECIAL RACE NIGHT sponsored by
> George Garner Cyclery
>
> Type of Race:  Points Race
> Categories:  category 1/2/3 and cat 4
> Distance:  20 lap (category 1/2/3) and 10 lap (category 4)
> Purse:  $250
>
> _______________________________________________________________________________
>
> Aug. 3--USCF Racing featuring the 10th Annual Roger DeLanghe Trophy Race -
> Championship Scratch Race sponsored by 2CC and the Pony Shop (WITH A SPECIAL
> WOMEN EVENT)
>
> Type of Race: Scratch Race
> Distance: 10 kilometers
> Categories:  Cat 1/2/3 and Cat 4
> Purse: TBD
> Notes:  USCF National Level II Track Event & Women National Qualifier and IL
> State Championship Event.
>
> There may be several women that may opt to 'suck' the wheels of the men in
> the 50 lap race, however, this race has been created with you in mind and we
> hope to see you there.   Also note that you will not be recognized as a
> national qualifier unless you race against other women.
>
> ________________________________________________________________________________
> June 16-17--USCF JUNIORS' OPEN INVITATIONAL and IL State Championships for
> boys and girls age 10-18 featuring the Jim Rossi Omnium Trophy sponsored by
> XXX Racing/AthletiCo and Yojimbo's Garage (rain date - June 18)
>
> Type of race: TBD
> Categories:  Jr Boys/Girls (age 10-18)
> Distance:  TBD
> Purse:  TBD
> Notes:  USCF National Level II Track Event
>
> ________________________________________________________________________________
>
> Disclaimer:  the race schedule maybe altered or cancelled depending on the
> condition of the velodrome, weather or at discretion or the promoter.
> ________________________________________________________________________________
>
> Lastly, both the NCC and the Northbrook Park District have been working to
> increase women participation at the velodrome and to begin this promotion the
> upcoming Spring/Summer Recreation Guide cover will feature women velodrome
> racers. To catch a glimpse of this cover please visit
> http://www.northbrookvelodrome.org.  If you would like a copy of this 
> magazine
> I suggest you contact the NB Parks at (847) 291-2980 for further information.
>
> Sincerely yours,
>
> Imelda March
> Communications Director
> Northbrook Cycle Committee
>
>