Saskatchewan Cycling Association April, 2007 Issue #07-01

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1 Prairie Pedaler Saskatchewan Cycling Association April, 2007 Issue # Victoria Avenue, Regina, Sk S4P 0S4 Next newsletter: Phone: (306) fax Deadline to submit info: August 8 cycling@accesscomm.ca Web Page: Mailing date: August 12 President s Message This has been a busy off-season for the SCA and its various committees. Although I would like to say it has been easy, it has been anything but. An old rivalry between two clubs came back to haunt the SCA. This rivalry started long before a lot of us were even involved in the provincial cycling Newsletter Submission dates All dates are approximate Prairie Pedaler (1 copy/household) Issue Submission Date Mailing Date August 8 August December 12 December 16 scene. I know it has been around for at least as long as I have been. Probably most of us don t even know how it started. Living in Saskatoon, I know there are those who still perpetuate it here. While I haven t witnessed it in Regina, I m sure there are those who perpetuate there also. Needless to say it is still out there and is causing the SCA and its committees extra work. I m sorry, this only involves the racing community of the SCA, and I apologise to our R&T members, Randonneurs, etc. I m sorry for taking up your time with this Presidents message. It doesn t apply to you and please feel free to skip it if you wish; however I believe it needs to be addressed. I believe this rivalry between clubs; almost cost the SCA a race this upcoming season. Some wanted to turn this into a Regina against Saskatoon thing, and could not see past old dividing lines. This unfortunately caught the SCA Development Committee and the rest of the province in the middle. Believe me the SCA wants no part of this battle, and would just as soon it went away. There are those that continue to perpetuate these feelings, and they may not realise it but they are influencing younger club riders. This in turn keeps the rivalry going. Rivalry between clubs is a good thing when it comes to competition, but that is where it should end. We should not be overly critical of the races each club runs but should support each other so that we can develop our provincial race series. I believe it is time for some to forget the past problems and for all of us to continue building towards the future. I believe in unity, and that it will strengthen the SCA. As someone once told me, Even the caribou know there is safety in numbers. Why do some of us have such a hard time grasping this simple concept? How can we expect to have our racers excel outside of the province when we are expending energy infighting amongst ourselves? Please let go of the old rivalries and let us move forward. I for one hope everybody in the whole province (not just in one city) has a great cycling season this year! Wayne Walker President

2 Page 2 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 For Sale: < dave.brooks@sasktel.net for questions and pictures. brand new 56cm Cervelo R3 frame with FSA seatpost and Reynolds Ouzo pro fork. $ Kona Kula Deluxe 18inch mtb xt/xtr, new cables, chain, pads, bb, chain ring. $1100 Ultegra Junior Gears. 52 chainring and cassette. $125 brand new Shimano 550 road wheels, great for spares. $350 < Jake (jakedekok@hotmail.com) or contact Dougs Spoke and Sport in Saskatoon. 52 cm Cannondale R 2000 SI, Caad 5 system Integration. Alu. Carbon fork. Campi wheels (proton), Campi headset, Ultegra group 9 speed. Appr. miles Price $ Cdn. < Tim/Veronica telvld@sasktel.net - 10 year old Miyata DupliCross hybrid-style Tandem Purple, 21 speed, component cross section including Deore, alloy wheels; ~56 cm captain w/ ~52 cm stoker. Well used but lots of life left. $400 or OBO. for photos; Try out a tandem! < Yellow Trek Y-11 mountain bike. Full suspension carbon fiber frame Rock Shox front fork suspension, Fox Air rear suspension. Asking $750. Contact Sharon Bunnin sbunnin@sasktel.net. GASP 2007, The Heart of the Golden South Tour GASP, the Heart of the Golden South Tour, a bicycle ride across some of the greatest frontier of North America. GASP will cover 705 kilometers of hills, dales, highways and scenic roads in Saskatchewan. GASP, is a bicycle tour, and definitely not a race. Along the way you'll have an opportunity to visit many historic sites, many of which recognize significant events, people and geography of our province. Join the SCA "Great Annual Saskatchewan Pedal" this year from July 21st through July 28th, drift for eight days across the high plains of south-central Saskatchewan and judge for yourself if Captain John Palliser was right when he opined 150 years ago that this region was the northern reach of the Great American Desert and would prove an untenable wasteland for agriculturists. Based out of Assiniboia, the "Heart of the Golden South," this year's ride will consist of one great loop, two lesser loops, and, just for fun, one out 'n' back day ride. GASP Ride Itinerary Date Location Kilometers Friday, July 20 Assiniboia Travel and organize for ride Saturday, July 21 Assiniboia to Gravelbourg 64 Km Sunday, July 22 Gravelbourg to Mankota 94 Km Monday, July 23 Mankota to Wood Mountain 68 Km Tuesday, July 24 Wood Mountain to Willow Bunch 124 Km Wednesday, July 25 Willow Bunch to Assiniboia 42 Km Thursday, July 26 Assiniboia Loop 144 Km Friday, July 27 Assiniboia Loop 95 Km Saturday, July 28 Assiniboia Loop 74 Km Total 705 Km For more detail information, visit the GASP website: Registration form is on the following page.

3 Page 3 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 GASP (Great Annual Saskatchewan Pedal) 2007 Registration Form, July 20-July 28 Complete one form per participant. Name Current SCA member Yes No Address City Province Postal Code Phone number I agree to the terms and conditions of the GASP ride as listed on this form. Signature* Date *Signature and consent of parent or guardian if participant is under 18 year of age Participant options -Please check off the appropriate box Number of Days Camping Accommodations Hotel/Motel Accommodations** 8-day ride $225 (Deposit $50*) $195 (Deposit $50*) 3-day ride $110 (Deposit $50*) $95(Deposit $50*) **The SCA is not responsible for booking Hotel/Motel Accommodations, a list of hotels/motels are provided and each participant choosing this option must book and pay for their own accommodations. The rooms will be blocked under the name of the Sask Cycling Association and held until May 1, *The deposit is required by May 1, 2007, with payment in full by June 1, Your deposit is refundable up until May 1, after May 1 the deposit is non-refundable. Submit form and payments to: Saskatchewan Cycling Association (SCA), 2205 Victoria Avenue, Regina, SK S4P 0S4 The SCA may cancel the tour because of insufficient registrations or unforeseen circumstances. Cancellation due to insufficient registrations will occur no later than June 15, and registrants notified immediately thereafter. Terms and Conditions 1. The route is subject to finalization closer to the event. The route may be slightly modified by tour leaders as required to maintain a safe and enjoyable event for all participants. 2. The first 50 registered applicants (confirmed by receipt of deposit) will be guaranteed a place in the event. A list of additional interested parties will be maintained and will be contacted on a first-come-first-served basis if participant cancellations arise. All parties on the waiting list will receive their deposit back. 3. A deposit of $50 is required by May 1, 2007 for each participant. Payment in full, based on the options selected by participants is due by June 1, The deposit is fully refundable until May 1, 2007, following May 1 the deposit is non refundable. 4. All tour fees are quoted in Canadian dollars 5. Cheques must be made payable to the SCA. 6. The tour is non-profit and does not involve any fund-raising. 7. Cyclists of all ages and skill levels are welcome to participate, but a parent must supervise participants under the age of 18, during the tour. 8. Participants must be SCA members at the time of the tour and must complete the SCA waiver form for insurance purposes. The cost of the SCA membership fee is not included in the costs of the tour. The SCA membership form and information are available on the SCA website 9. Luggage will be limited to one to two bags per participant with the total weight not exceeding 18kg (40 pounds, including the participants camping gear if applicable. 10. Each participant is entitled to bring one self-propelled bicycle of their choosing. 11. All information, personal or otherwise, collected through registration forms for the event will be used by the SCA only for stated purposes, i.e. to confirm participation, secure payment, and communicate with participants about the event. 12. All participants while on their bicycles must wear ANSI or CSA approved cycling helmets during the tour. 13. The SCA may cancel the tour because of insufficient registrations or unforeseen circumstances. In the event of cancellation due to other causes than insufficient numbers, (eg weather or emergencies), participants will be advised as soon as possible In no circumstances is the SCA responsible for additional costs such as travel, time off work, vacation cots, etc Tour Fees include < 2 or 8 nights accommodations in non-electrical campsites (if this option is chosen) < Daily road snacks < Assistance from the support vehicle < Daily baggage transportation < Minor bicycle repairs Tour Fees do not include < 2007 SCA membership fees, participants must be SCA members at the time of the tour < Transportation to and from the start and end of the tour < Entertainment/meal costs < Bicycle parts for repairs

4 Page 4 - Prairie Pedaler April Calender April 28 Road Officials Course - Saskatoon 29 Sask Cup 1 - Road; Blackstrap, Cycledelia May 13 Sask Cup 1 - Mtb; Fresh Air Experience, Regina Beach Sask Cup 2 - Road; Bikes on Broadway, Cycledelia, Saskatoon 27 Sask Cup 2 - Mtb; North West Mtb Club, N Battleford June 2-3 Sask Cup 3 - Road; Regina Stage Race, Regina Cycle Club 1-3 Sask Bikeapolooza, Saskatoon Cycle Club 9 WiseRider Day, Regina 10 Sask Cup 3 - Mtb; Fresh Air Experience, Prince Albert 16 Bush Nut 90, North Battleford 24 Sask Cup 4 - Mtb; Rasta Rumble, Saskatoon July 4-11 Road Nationals, Quebec 7 Mountain Bike Cross Country Race, Moose Jaw Pavers, Buffalo Pound GASP (Great Annual Sask Pedal) Sask Cup 4 - Road; Fresh Air Experience, Prince Albert Mountain Bike Nationals, B.C. 29 Sask Cup 5 - Mtb; BCW, Saskatoon August 8-11 Western Canada Games, Alberta - selection race information for Team Sask can be found on the SCA s webpage 19 Sask Cup 6 - Mtb; OffRoad Syndicate - Provincials, Wascana Trails Paris-Brest-Paris Sask Cup 5 - Road; Prov 15K ITT/RR, Cycledelia, Saskatoon September 1-2 Sask Cup 6 - Road; Prov 40K ITT/Crit, Moose Jaw Pavers 8-9 XC8 Enduro - OffRoad Syndicate - Buffalo Pound 9 Harvest Century Ride, Saskatoon, Horizon Sask Cup 1 - Cyclo-Cross; AGM Cross, Regina Cycle Club 23 AGM, Regina October 13/14 Sask Cup 2/3 - Cyclo-Cross Saskatoon Cross, Bike Dr/Cycledelia 21 Sask Cup 4 - Cyclo-Cross Regina Cross, OffRoad Syndicate 28 Sask Cup 5 - Cyclo-Cross Provincials, Rock n Road CC, Prince Albert 2007 National Raking The Canadian Cycling Association will again for 2007 offer a National Ranking list for the use of the Canadian citizens with a valid UCI code. This initiative will allow each province to register a certain numbers of provincial level events, on the National calendar in road, mountain bike, track, BMX and cyclocross. The events in Saskatchewan are: < June 2 - Regina Stage Race - Time Trial < June 2 - Regina Stage Race - Road Race < June 10 - Prince Albert - Mountain Bike Race < August 19 - Regina/Wascana Trails - Provincial Mountain Bike Race < August 25 - Saskatoon - Provincial Time Trial < August 26 - Saskatoon - Provincial Road Race < October 14 - Saskatoon - Cyclo-Cross < October 28 - Prince Albert - Provincial Cyclo-Cross For more information go to: Sask Cup Points Series The point series will continue as it has since The Cup series guidelines can be found on the SCA website for Mountain Bike, Road Racing, Cyclo-Cross and the Inter Club Series. Results will be posted following the race on the SCA results webpage.

5 Page 5 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Sask Bikeapalooza, June 1 3 Join us for the third annual Bikeapalooza, Saskatchewan Bicycle Festival and Rally, June 1 3 in Saskatoon. The Saskatoon Cycling Club invites everyone to come out for a wonderful weekend of cycling and socializing. During the day, there are trips to popular destinations in and around Saskatoon, such as Cranberry Flats, Pike Lake, Wanuskewin and the Saskatchewan Railway Museum. For slower-paced cyclists, there will be easy rides within the city. Evenings will be filled with receptions and travelogue presentations. On Sunday, everyone s invited to the big Bikeapalooza Bicyclist s Barbecue. Preliminary program Friday, June 1 Saturday, June 2 Sunday, June 3 Arrival, registration. Welcome reception. Optional evening ride. Meet at local coffee shop for breakfast (cost is not included in the registration fee). Morning rides. Examples: "Discovering Saskatoon" tour, garage sale tour, fitness ride, family rides, Cathedral Bluffs ride with coffee stop at Wanuskewin, Cranberry Flats ride via Gabriel Dumont Park. Day-long or self-guided rides. Examples: Berry Barn continuing onto Pike Lake or Vanscoy, Aberdeen via the Clarkboro ferry (not recommended for bicycles with very narrow, slick tires). Afternoon rides. Supper on the town meet at local restaurant for supper (cost is not included in the registration fee). Evening travelogue reception and snacks. Meet at local coffee shop for breakfast (cost is not included in the registration fee). Morning rides. Examples: "Discovering Saskatoon" tour, garage sale tour, fitness ride, family rides, Cathedral Bluffs ride with coffee stop at Wanuskewin, Cranberry Flats ride via Gabriel Dumont Park. Day-long or self-guided rides. Examples: Berry Barn continuing onto Pike Lake or Vanscoy, Aberdeen via the Clarkboro ferry (not recommended for bicycles with very narrow, slick tires). Afternoon rides organized by Saskatoon Cycling Club. The Bike-a-palooza Bicyclists' Barbecue. For more information and registration details, please visit the Saskatoon Cycling Club website: Saskatoon Cycling Club 2007 Event Highlights < Wednesday Evening Rides, Wednesdays, April 18 through September 12. < Learn to Commute by Bicycle, Wednesdays, April 25 and May 2, 9, 16, 23. < Learn to Tour by Bicycle, Wednesdays, May 30, June 6, 13, 20; Learn to Tour Overnight Trip, Saturday & Sunday, June 23 & 24 < Bikeapalooza, Sask Bicycling Festival, Saskatoon, Friday night, Saturday & Sunday, June 1, 2 & 3. < Canada Day Ride, Sunday, July 1 < Dirt Road Tour #1 Sandhills (Revenge of Gumbo), Friday, Saturday & Sunday, July 6, 7 & 8. < Heritage Weekend Tour, Saturday, Sunday & Monday August 4, 5 & 6. < Dirt Road Tour II (stay tuned for details!), Friday, Saturday & Sunday, August 17, 18 & 19. < SCC Club BBQ, Wednesday evening, August 22. < Waskesiu Weekend, Saturday & Sunday, September 15 & 16. < Thanksgiving trip to the Kootenays.

6 Page 6 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Saskatoon Cycling Club presents workshops for cyclists new to commuting and touring The Saskatoon Cycling Club is offering a series of Learn to workshops to help members expand their cycling horizons. A lot of people would like to ride their bikes to work, but don t know where to begin. Learn to Commute By Bicycle is a five-week series on using your bicycle for basic transportation. We ll cover basic equipment and repair, route planning, how to dress and above all essential traffic cycling skills. Bicycle touring is once again gaining in popularity. Learn to Tour by Bicycle is a fourweek series designed to inspire cyclists to try their first overnight trip or cycling vacation. We ll cover the basics of traveling by bicycle, equipment and accessories, the art of packing, menu planning and riding with groups. The workshops wrap up with an easy overnight trip by bicycle. The workshops are organized to take place for a half-hour before the departure of our regular weekly rides. This gives participants a chance to meet other members and go for a ride. From a club organization perspective, these workshops add value to joining a cycling club. People who otherwise would hesitate to join a club for fear that they won t like it, feel that club membership is a small price to pay for a short course that meets other needs in their lives. The workshops were created in response to insurance policy changes that prohibited allowing prospective members to try out club rides before committing to membership. The registration fee includes the cost of SCA and club membership, as well as the cost of handouts. A discount equal to the cost of membership is provided for existing members. The workshops are popular, and others may be planned later. Saskatoon Cycling Club brings back Wednesdays Back by popular demand Wednesday evening rides. For as long as some of us can remember, the Saskatoon Cycling Club s regular weekly rides were on Wednesdays. A couple years ago the club changed the rides to Tuesday evenings, in response to declining turnout, but the new evening proved to be even less popular and our members let us know! We listened. Wednesdays are back. Members also asked us to find a more central location for ride departures, especially for those who ride their bikes to the start. The Broadway Roastery, Broadway location, seemed to meet everyone s needs. So, mark your calendars: Saskatoon Cycling Club, Wednesday evening rides Meet at Broadway Roastery, Broadway at Five Corners Learn To workshop starts at 7:00 p.m. Ride departs at 7:30 p.m. First ride of the season, April 18. Bikely Share and promote your favourite rides online Check out then sign up and draw your routes. A simple click on the Google map or satellite image adds a new point on your route and connects it to the previous one. You can add notes to each point and tag your route so it will be easier to find. Share your route or keep it private. To see routes currently shown in Saskatchewan, visit the Saskatoon Cycling Club website:

7 Page 7 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Dirt Road Tour 2006, Leader & The Great Sand Hills The day started out so promising. The sky was blue, winds were light and the chain was well oiled. After a quick snack, the dozen cyclists signed up for the inaugural Saskatoon Cycling Club Dirt Road Tour were eager to roll. Warm turned to hot and the wind was light, but drying. I was beginning to realize that my winter training strategy (which relied heavily on sitting at a desk and working with a computer) was not well founded. As the group re-hydrated near the entrance to the Leader Golf Course, a Sask Power operator approached our group. Perfect. Who would know the back roads better that a Sask Power employee. Well, he could read a map as well as we could, but since he was just recently stationed in Leader, he was still learning the area. He did share that we should be cautious of snakes on the road. He indicated that the snakes come out in the early evening to warm themselves on the road surface. Fair enough. Who in Saskatchewan hasn t seen a few snakes on the road. No big deal. Oh, except he added that some of the snakes are rattlers. Yeah, right. I ve heard a lot of folklore about rattlesnakes, but even if they do live in this part of the world, what are the chances of seeing one. Slim to none. All right, carry on. As we make our way into town, we find that there are indeed a few dead snakes on the road, but not rattlesnakes. Ha, that Sask Power guy has bought into the myth - hook, line and sinker. When we reach Leader, a customary stop at the tourist information Caboose is in order. The young gal is friendly and appreciates having some customers to help. Hey, she should know about snakes, I think. Yes, there are rattlesnakes but luckily they aren t onthe-move right now. Not knowing what on-themove means, I figure it is more mythology and a pretty good excuse when we later claim that we didn t see any. Well of course you didn t see any; they aren t on-the-move right now. We carry on to The Rattler family restaurant in Leader for supper. Good eats but I m noticing the rattlesnake theme to the day is starting to seem a bit tired. The after-supper ride back to the ranch was fabulous. The sun s heat diminished as did the winds. The participants had found their individual rhythms and were stretched over a couple of miles of prairie road. And then it happened. The lead cyclists, Randy and Doreen on their tandem, stopped their bike, turned it around and were quietly gazing at something on the road. As I approached, they began waving, so I dismounted and approached cautiously. Whoa! It was a snake, rather large and, well, it had a rattle on it s tail. As the other cyclists approached and gathered at a safe distance from the snake, the performance began. This included rattling, coiling and faux striking. Once everyone took their photos, we started to move away from the snake and it quietly and quickly slithered to the side of the road and disappeared into the tall grass. We passed this same point on the road several more times during the weekend, always with a watchful eye for another sighting, but to no avail. A caution to all of the disbelievers like myself: there s rattlers up in those hills. The Saskatoon Cycling Club will be staging two Dirt Road Tours in A pleasant weekend bike ride is guaranteed; adventure will depend on local conditions and the ability to heed the local s conditions. These tours are small-group supported camping tours and offer participants a glimpse into Saskatchewan's natural beauty off the paved track. The two tours being offered this year will be: South Saskatchewan River Valley and the Great Sand Hills, July 6th - 8th, Leader Deader than the Dead Sea -- Little Manitou Lake. August 17th - 19th, Manitou Beach Location details and registration information can be viewed on the club s website:

8 Page 8 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Wiserider Program The Co-operators Life Insurance Company The Co-operators WiseRider Program came into existence in June, 1992, committed to inform, entertain, educate and enlighten both general and specialized audiences about bicycling safety. This is a two part program. This first part of the program is, Can-Bike instructors go to schools in the Southern half of the province and present a safe cycling presentations to students. This program is funded by the Co-operators and administered by the Saskatchewan Cycling Association. The second part of the program is held on June 9 th. It is a day based around the theme of safe cycling. It is an exceptional education/fun experience, with tents housing safety education exhibitors, bicycle safety inspection, and an education and entertainment amphitheatre featuring Franklin the Turtle. A highlight of the day, is the large rodeo sponsored the Sask Cycling Assoc, it includes railroad crossing lights, street lights and even golf carts to simulate traffic. The SCA needs your help as a volunteer! Are you available on June 9th? Could you volunteer 4 hours of your time, either morning or afternoon to help at the rodeo? For volunteering, you will receive a WiseRider T-Shirt and all the hot dogs you can eat at WiseRider Day. If you can volunteer your time, please call the office. Officials Course - Road Racing The SCA will be holding an Introductory Road Racing Commissaire Course on Saturday, April 28 at 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. This course could be of interest to the following: If you are a new racer and would like to know what the rules of racing really are. If you are a parent or relative that attends cycling events all year and would like to know more about what is happening. If you are a Coach or working on your Coaching levels. Cost: $10 Registration deadline: April 19 Location: TBA- Saskatoon 16th PARIS BREST PARIS Randonneur Organized by the AUDAX CLUB, Aug 20-24, 2007 Get ready to cheer team Sask as they head to PBP An event that is held once every four years From the website: In August 2007, more than randonneurs will gather in Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines to enter into the legend of the PARIS-BREST-PARIS (P.B.P.) Randonneur. Since 1931, thousands of randonneurs have tried their hand at the most famous brevet at allure libre (self paced rides), the 1200 km PBP, which must be completed in 90 hours, the present maximum time limit. By entering this mythical ride, you will test your cycling agility and your human endurance. They will strive to obtain their Personal Best or they will try simply to rally the arrival but they will always do their best to live this adventure while supporting each other and building friendships with those who participate in this endurance monument, which is much more than a simple hike. No place of honour, nor any podium, only the pleasure of the challenge alone will help them to overcome the suffering... and the magic moment of the arrival will obliterate the doubtful moments on the roads of Brittany or of Normandy. They will not be alone : they will be in the company of entrants from all over the world. They will appreciate the charms of France and they will be united by the same goal: to rally BREST and return to PARIS. Group Rides Lonely Saskatoon trail riders seeking others for weekly fun rides. Must be into getting dirty, but not freaky (hide your shame spandex wearers). Into long rides by the river, available Tuesday nights for Flow rides, Thursday nights for x-country. Be at Spoke N Sport at 6:15 or Bike Doctor at 6:30 to get your bad self picked up. Out of town rides will be announced. Men or women are welcome. Check out our Website:

9 Page 9 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 The Lumsden Bike Club invites you to a 6th great season of Mountain Biking A Fun Sport for Adventurous Kids and Adults - ages 10 and up Thursday lessons 6:00 to 7:30 pm May and June Sunday races 11-2 pm Try Learn-to-Ride if you're young or inexperienced Learn-to-Race if you're ready for more 2007 Schedule Learn-to-Ride Location Learn-to-Race Location Thurs May 3rd Kinookimaw Kinookimaw Thurs May 10th Kinookimaw Kinookimaw Sun May 13th *** Kinookimaw Thurs May 17th Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Thurs May 24th Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Sun May 27th *** North Battleford Thurs May 31st Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Thurs June 7th Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Sun June 10th *** Prince Albert Thurs June 14th Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Thurs June 21st Wascana Trails Wascana Trails Sun June 24th *** Saskatoon Thurs June Wascana Trails Wascana Trails 28th/Wind-up Sun July 29th *** Saskatoon Sun August 19th *** Wascana Trails To ride with us you must (no exceptions): -have a mountain bike in good working order, bike helmet, water bottle you can carry while riding, athletic footwear -have a GENERAL MEMBERSHIP in the Saskatchewan Cycling Association. Download membership form from or visit the Lumsden Town office for a copy. SCA fee is $30 for the 1st and $15 for each additional family member. This is your insurance fee. -select the Lumsden Bike Club under CLUB FEES and calculate your fee according to whether you are registering for Learn to Ride/Race lessons ($15/ person or $30/ family) or to join but no lessons ($5). Example: 1 general SCA membership ($30) plus 1 for learn-to-ride lessons ($15) totals $45 payable to the SCA. 2 general SCA memberships ($30+$15) plus 2 for learn-to-ride lessons ($30) totals $75 payable to the SCA. 3 general SCA memberships ($30+$15+15) plus 3 for learn-to-ride lessons ($30) totals $90 payable to the SCA. -Mail your signed form and cheque payable to the SCA, to the SCA office address listed on the form. For more info contact: Patty Thomas mpthomas@sasktel.net or Dave and Nancy Cherney, Heather Winter, Chris Whittall The Six-Week Kids Series Do you know of a young kid who loves to ride their bike? Why not teach them the fundamentals of being a great cyclist while they are still young and eager to learn. Even better is the fact that it is a fun way to spend a couple hours riding bikes with their friends in a safe and exciting environment! Completing the Kids Series is an achievement with benefits and skills that will last a lifetime. Best of all, youth learn all the skills required to race our weekly race series like the experts! Every participant is encouraged to put their skills to the test at the Kids Series Mountain Bike Race on Wednesday, June 20 th, The program is being held at the Wascana hill located near the Douglas Park outdoor track. From May 7 th to June 21 st. Kids will learn everything from bike safety to on bike skills like proper shifting. Braking, etc, all using fun activities. Our Learn to Ride program is run by certified coaches including a dedicated female coach that will reinforce the basics and build on them by teaching more advanced biking skills. Sessions are approximately 1:00 to 1:30 of physical activity, bike and a helmet are required. Parents are welcome and encouraged to join the ride to help. Registration is limited to the number of coaches we have available, so register early. The program cost is $60 per season per child and includes more than just our six-week program! You will receive: -ORS Six-Week Kids Series -ORS Annual Membership -SCA Annual Membership -SCA Newsletter -Pedal Magazine Subscription Registration deadline is April 25. More info is available at offroadsyndicate.com Horizon 100 Cycling Club The Horizon 100 Cycling Club will be providing all of our regular programs again this summer. 50 and 100 km Saturday and Wednesday rides will once again be the main events of the summer. We will be hosting introductory rides focusing on touring, randonneuring, mountain biking and of course road riding. We will be introducing a new program of interval training. We have long called ourselves a training club and have used the long distance rides as LSD (long slow distance) rides. We are taking a more complete approach to training and will be starting TNT (Thursday night training) rides throughout the summer. We will start in May and go to the end of August. All club members are welcome to participate in this new and exciting program.

10 Page 10 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 BushNut 90 Mountain Bike Event Saturday, June 16, 2007, North Battleford The BushNut 90 will be a great gathering of mountain bikers who will ride on well marked trails for various distances. The BN90 is for all levels of cyclists including families, beginners, recreational riders and competitive racers (all BushNuts welcome). For some, the BN90 will be an intense competition or an ultimate test of endurance. For others, it will be a safe way to experience new trails or a relaxing way to spend a day outside. For all BushNuts, it will be like an Eatmore bar: pure nutty goodness. All events take place in North Battleford, on their beautiful riverbank trails. These trails offer scenic views, flowing single track and fast wide-open double track. Riders will also have the unique opportunity of riding on an island in the middle of the North Saskatchewan River and on the old bridge that is now closed to traffic. All events start and finish on Finlayson Island. Pick your distance 90 KM (6 laps x 15 km) Team Challenge (2 team members share 90 km) 60 KM (4 laps x 15 km) 22 KM (1 lap x 15 km and 1 lap x 7 km) 7 KM (1 lap) A race license is not required to participate--you just need to be a member of a cycling club. If you do not belong to a club, you will need to purchase a one-day license. Note: This is not a Sask Cup race so therefore, no Sask Cup points will be awarded. Helmets are mandatory for all events. Registration/package pickup: 9:30-11:00 am Race meeting: 11:30 am Start time: 12:00 noon More information as well as a copy of the entry form is available on or contact Greg at Bike Doctor at Northern Bush Rastas Mountain Bike Club, Summer Activity Schedule Tuesday Recreation Rides Organized adult recreational mountain bike rides for all ages and abilities start May 1. Rides start from the Broadway Roastery on Broadway Avenue at 6:30 PM. Wednesday Night Races There will be new and exciting changes to this Race Night this year! Learn to race, or train with a group of like-minded people of all skill levels and ages. Races start May 2 location to be posted at: Thursday Women s Rides Get involved in the exciting sport of mountain biking in a low pressure, friendly environment. Rides start May 3 and meet at the Broadway Roastery on Broadway Ave at 6:30PM. Please see our website for more details: DIRT Series for Youth ages Summer is around the corner and what a great time to meet others who share a passion for mountain biking, improve your skills, and maybe even try a race. This year, the NBR Mountain Biking Club is again organizing the DIRT series for youth in Saskatoon. The program gets bigger and better each year and this year will be no exception. The registration night is Monday April 23, 2007 at the Lakewood Civic Centre from 7:00-9:00 PM. The program is $60 for the first child and $40.00 for each additional child. This fee includes an NBR and SCA membership. Parents are also encouraged to join the NBR club and assist during the Monday night sessions. Biking is a fantastic activity that can be enjoyed as a family. No experience or perceived skill is required. The DIRT Series is taught by NCCP certified instructors and starts April 31 on Mondays evenings from 7:00PM-8:30PM. For more information, contact Neil Clarke at or neil@biking.org

11 Page 11 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Women s Ride Gets One Year Older The NBR Mountain Biking Club is ringing in the 6 th year of this Women s Ride program. With the steadily growing popularity of this ride we want you to come out and enjoy it with us. This is a great way to have fun and put some physical activity into your life. It is also a great opportunity to meet people and learn those skills that you ve always wanted to learn, or those skills you never though about learning. All rides are coached by NCCP certified coaches and incorporate all levels of riding. We are also continuing the everpopular potlucks, BBQs, and Bike Maintenance days. Hope to see you out there this summer! WHEN: Thursday evenings 6:30pm to ~8:15 pm (some rides finish earlier) WHERE: Broadway Roastery on Broadway Ave. WHAT DO YOU NEED: An SCA/NBR membership, a helmet and a working bike that can handle trail usage. HOW TO REGISTER: Contact Susan Clarke or susan@biking.org WHY REGISTER: We can notify you if rides are cancelled or if we are holding other events if we have you on file. SCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Committee: PRESIDENT - Wayne Walker V.P. FINANCE/ADMIN - Brian Fergusson V.P. HIGH PERFORMANCE - Patty Thomas V. P. DEVELOPMENT - Ron Cooley V.P. REC & TRANSPORTATION - Bob Cochran Club Presidents: ADVENTUREHERS Susan Bladyko, President Regina LUMSDEN BIKE CLUB PRAIRIE RANDONNEURS Patty Thomas, President Grant Thies, President Regina Regina SASKATOON CYCLEDELIA Lindsay Tallon, President Saskatoon BCW Neil Clarke, President Saskatoon MOOSE JAW BIKE CLUB Jim Large, President Moose Jaw REGINA CYCLE CLUB Jason Grundahl, club rep Regina SASKATOON CYCLING CLUB Don Cook, President Saskatoon EAST QU APPELLE CARTEL Tom Landine, President Esterhazy, SK NORTHERN BUSH RASTAS Paul Sartison, President Saskatoon THE ROCK PILE Scott McCaig, President Saskatoon SASKATOON TRIATHLON Shayne Burwell Saskatoon HORIZON 100 Ray Wight, President Saskatoon KINDERSLEY BMX CLUB John Knutson, President Kindersley NORTH WEST MTB CLUB Steve Vercoe, President North Battleford OFFROAD SYNDICATE Jay Van Ginneken, President Regina ROCK'N'ROAD CYCLING CLUB Ron Horn, President Prince Albert SWIFT CURRENT CYCLING CLUB Pete L'Heureux Swift Current, SK SOUTH SASK MTB CLUB vacant Regina WASCANA FREEWHEELERS Velda Back, President Regina R & T Committee: EDUCATION COORDINATOR - Darrell Noakes DIRECTOR RECREATION MTB - Patty Tetreault SCA STANDING COMMITTEES R & T COMMITTEE MEMBER - Don Wilson R & T COM MEMBER - Ray Wight WOMEN S RECREATIONAL CYCLING VOICE - Susan Bladyko Development Committee: ACTIVE LICENSED RIDER - Susan Clarke ACTIVE LICENSED RIDER - Mike Horn ACTIVE LICENSED RIDER - Peter Steckhan CHIEF ROAD RACING COMMISSAIRE - Janice Matus CHIEF MTB RACING COMMISSAIRE - Shelley Horn High Performance Committee: DIRECTOR GAMES PROGRAMS - Dave Bitschy DIRECTOR ELITE PROGRAMS - Sean Kukura RACING MEMBER AT LARGE (non voting position) - Brad Kerr Note: The president is a voting member of all standing committees

12 Page 12 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Mountain Bike Races The schedule for all races is the same (except where noted and the Provincial Championship which starts a hour earlier). If you have pre-registered for a race, you must still sign-on between 9:00AM and 10:15AM on the day of the race. Licensed racers must show their license on race day. A waiver of liability form and registration form must be completed and handed in at sign-on. Oneday licenses are available at the race for $20.00 and is good for one event. A maximum of one oneday license can be purchased in one year. Schedule of Events: 9:00-10:15am Registration (sign-on) and practice on the course. 10:45 Rider staging for all categories. 11:00 Start of race for first wave of riders. 2:00pm Awards ceremony Fresh Air Specialized Classic Mountain Bike Race Brought to you by: Fresh Air Experience Sunday May 13 th Sask. Cup Mtb #1 at Regina Beach Come out and enjoy the fast yet friendly race course at Regina Beach. This race has become one of the favourite Mountain Bike races in Saskatchewan due to the well groomed and well marked course. Entry Fee: $25, after May 9 th $35 Entry fee includes: race, chance at great prizes, and a steak and potato dinner. If you need a day racing license please add $20. If you need additional meal tickets please add $13 per ticket. Where: Regina Beach Golf Course/ Kinookimaw Send registrations to: Fresh Air Experience, 532 Victoria Ave, Regina, SK S4N 0P9 Make cheques payable to Fresh Air Experience Any questions please or call the staff at FAE or fae@accesscomm.ca PEEGEE MAN RIVER RUN 2007 Northwest Mountain Bike Club & Phoenix Sports Sunday May 27 th, Sask Cup Mtb #2, North Battleford The race course is built on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River. The course is 7km long and is well developed. It includes some singletrack sections as well as fire road type sections which all roll through the beautiful river valley. Entry Fee: $25 per rider. Late registration add $10 (after May 23 rd ). Where: To get to the start location, as you are heading into North Battleford from Saskatoon on the Yellowhead, turn left(south) at the first set of lights. This left should be at the Anderson Pumphouse, the Western Development Museum is on the north side of the highway. Follow this road until you get to the Black Sask Hospital sign and turn right. Follow this road to Canola Ave, take Canola Ave. and travel to a gravel road until the new Sewage Treatment Plant. At the plant there should be a marked, groomed road to take you to the start of the race. There will be other signage posted the day before the race. Mail entries & entry fees must be received by May 23 rd (an entry form without payment does not receive the preregistration fee of $25) Mail to NWMBC c/o Tom Hawboldt, th Ave, North Battleford SK S9A3N5.(Please endorse cheques to Battleford Cycling Club). Also, stick around after the race as we will be giving away tons of prizes and also a chance at a few Grand prizes!

13 Page 13 - Prairie Pedaler April Pine Needle Classic Brought to you by Fresh Air Experience June 10, Sask Cup Mtb#3 Location: Little Red River Park - 3km East of Prince Albert on Highway 55 Cost: Cross country: $25 (After June 7 add $10) Contact race organizer for family rates Entry fee include the race, chance to win great prizes and good food. Visa and Mastercard accepted For more information and to mail entries & entry fees to: Fresh Air Experience (endorse cheques), 938 Central Avenue, Prince Albert S6V 4V3 Phone: (306) fax (306) (entry forms without payment are not sufficient to secure the lower fee). Race course will be revised for Rasta Rumble Mountain Bike Race Sunday, June 24 th Sask Cup MtB #4 This year the Rasta Rumble, a one-day cross-country mountain bike race, will return to Blackstrap Provincial Park, the site of the 2006 Provincial Championship. This race is an excellent first race for those who are new to mountain bike racing, and for those who are old pros, the competition promises to be excellent! As in past years, we will also be holding a Mini-Rumble (at the bottom of the hill this year!) for kids ages who have not raced before. It s a great chance for them to try mountain bike racing and to see if they want to keep at it in the coming years. Registration: Additional fees: $30.00 Cross Country Race (all categories). $20.00 Mini Rumble (not a Sask Cup event) ages $20.00 for a single-event license if required (NOT required for the Mini-rumble) $10.00 for entries received after June 21 st. The first 75 registrations receive a free race goody! Blackstrap Provincial Park is located about 30km south of Saskatoon. Follow the Provincial Park signs east of highway 11, go through the park gates and park in the ski hill parking lot. Send entry forms and cheques (made out to NBR) to: Neil Clarke, 1842 Arlington Ave, Saskatoon, S7H 2Y7 For more information, visit

14 Page 14 - Prairie Pedaler April Silverwood Classic Sask Cup #5 Mtb, July 29, 2007, Brought to you by BCW Cycling and Bruce s Cycle Works BCW Cycling and Bruce s Cycle Works are proud to again present the Silverwood Classic. The venue has proven to be one of the most entertaining in Saskatchewan with its mix of challenging, singletrack, fast descents, and short climbs. We can t forget to mention the short laps make the Silverwood Classic the best race for spectators in the province. Following the continued success of the two heat format, the race will again be run in two heats! Remember that the schedule of events will start one hour earlier than usual. That means sign on is 8:00-9:15AM. New for 2007 is a Kids Race with three categories Under 11, Under 9 and Under 7. The Kids Race will be held during the First heat on a special portion of the South loop bypassing the more difficult elements! Cost: Sask Cup Race - $30.00 before Thursday July 26th, 2007 (add $10.00 for late registration). Kid s Race - $20.00 $30.00 before Thursday July 26th, 2007 (add $10.00 for late registration). Make cheques payable to BCW Cycling. Schedule of Events: 8:00-9:15 am Registration (Sign-on), practice on the course. 9:45am Rider Staging for First Heat 10:00 am First Heat 11:00 am Rider Staging for Second Heat 11:15 am Second Heat 2.00 pm Awards Ceremony Mail Registration to: Bruce s Cycle Works A-1104 Central Ave., Saskatoon, SK.S7N 2H1 phone: , fax: For more information on the race, including a map to the race venue, visit The Western Cycle Wascana Challenge will be the highlight of the provincial race series for 2007 as the Provincial MTB Championship on Sunday, August 19 th, Race Course and Location Our dedicated team of course designers, spare no effort when it comes to design, trimming and marking and will try once again to be innovative for this season. The racecourse is located in Wascana Trails just northwest of Regina, SK. This racecourse has a mix of everything including open flats, wooded down hills and climbs, as well as tricky technical sections. Best Spectator Course From the top of the valley, racers and spectators alike can see almost the entire racecourse, making it the best spectator course in Saskatchewan. Bring your binoculars to enjoy it all! Racer Benefits Racers will enjoy a full post-race banquet included with your entry fee plus the first 50 entrants will receive an ORS T-shirt. As the finale of the Saskatchewan Cup MTB Series, race and series winners will be announced following the race with prizes and awards furnished by the SCA. All participants and volunteers are eligible for sweet draw prizes from Western Cycle. Kids Series Race New for 2007 will be the one modified lap, Kids Series race. This is an exciting, short race that will captivate the fans and our cycling youth. The race will be held just before the main event and will not disappoint. Cost and Payment Cost is $35 before August 17 th and $45 Race Day. Send your cheques and entry forms to: Offroad Syndicate, c/o Jay Van Ginneken, 2339 McLurg Cres, Regina, SK, S4V 2N3 Entry Forms and Online Registration and Payment are available on our website: Hope to see you guys and gals there!

15 Page 15 - Prairie Pedaler April Generic Mountain Bike Racing Entry Form - Use this form to enter any Sask Cycling Mountain Bike Racing event. Fill in your personal information, add the race details and send a signed copy (with the appropriate entry fee) to each race organizer, do not forward this form to the SCA office. Do not photocopy a signed form. Race Details $ Name and date of the event Entry fee enclosed Print: Name: Club: Phone # Address: City Postal Code: address Check one: Male Female Date of Birth D/M/Y Check off your category: Elite (male or female) Combined Jr/Sr/Mstr Citizen (male or female) Over 17 (ages 17 & over) Expert under 13 (Ages 10-12) m or f under 15 (13-14) m or f under 17 (15-16) m or f Junior (17-18) m or f Senior (19-29) m or f Master (30-39) male only Master (40+) male only Master (30 +) female only Sport Under 17 (15-16) m or f Senior (19-29) male only Master (30-39) m or f Master (40+) female only Junior (17-18) male only Senior (17-29) female only Master (40-49) male only Master (50+) male only WAIVER, RELEASE & INDEMNITY I, understand and agree that my participation in above noted event organized, operated, conducted and/or sanctioned by the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs and Members registered with CCA is conditional upon my execution of this document. 1. I am aware that cycling, and in particular competitive cycling and endurance racing, involves the possibility of injury or death. 2. I accept these risks, and all others arising from this events, even if arising from the negligence, gross negligence or negligent rescue by those associated in any way with the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs event I may be involved in, the venues at which this events and programs takes place or by those organizing, officiating, or participating in this event and program, including their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, servants, volunteers and representatives (the Releasees ). 3. I understand that all applicable rules for participation must be followed and that SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY REMAINS WITH ME, including my physical and emotional preparation and fitness to participate in all events and programs throughout the year. 4. I undertake and agree to remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition, or if, at any time, at any event or program, I feel unable or unfit to safely continue for any reason. 5. I give, a FULL RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have, or may have in the future, against Canadian Cycling Association, and all other Releasees from all liability for any loss damage, injury or expense that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any part or parts of the event or program or my presence at any venue at which they may take place, due to any cause whatsoever including the forms of negligence set forth in paragraph 2 above or from any breach of contract or statutory duty or other duty of care including any duty of care owed under the relevant Occupier s Liability Act, on the part of the Releasees. 6. I AGREE NOT TO SUE and I further agree TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS the Releasees from all expenses, fees, liability or damage award or cost of any type whatsoever arising from my participation in these events or programs. 7. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights (on my behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin), including the giving up of my right to sue. SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR PARTICIPANT and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I have read and understood the above waiver, release and indemnity, and have discussed the same with the minor person signing above. I am satisfied the said minor understands the waiver and release and his/her obligations as set out. In consideration of the participation of my minor child/ward I too agree to waive, release and indemnify the Releasees in the terms set out above. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights, which my minor child/ward and I, our respective heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin may have against the Releasees. SIGNATURE DATE:

16 Page 16 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Sask Cup RR#1, April 29, 2007 The Spring Classic (Sask Cup #1) is on April 29 at Black Strap (meet at the chalet). There will be a Cat 2/3, 4, 5, and Women s categories. Category combination may result if there are not enough riders to adequately fill a group. NOTE: Western Games age eligible athletes will be expected to ride with restricted gears; there will be a roll out. Registration and Rollout starts: 9:00 am Sign on: 10:30 am Race starts: 11:00 am 1 st prize $40, 2 nd prize $30, 3 rd prize $20 in all categories COST: $10.00 for Cycledelia members. Non members $10.00 before April 26, 2007(add $5.00 for late registration). Registration is available at eventsonline.ca Please add $2.00 for online registration or Mail entry form & fee payment to: Cycledelia Racing Club, Karen Cranston, Treasurer, th Street, Saskatoon, SK S7H 0W9 B SASK CUP # 1, April 29, 2007 Category Name: Birth date: M D Y Address: Phone: Sex M/F WAIVER, RELEASE & INDEMNITY I, City: Province: Postal Code: understand and agree that my participation in above noted event organized, operated, conducted and/or sanctioned by the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs and Members registered with CCA is conditional upon my execution of this document. 1. I am aware that cycling, and in particular competitive cycling and endurance racing, involves the possibility of injury or death. 2. I accept these risks, and all others arising from this events, even if arising from the negligence, gross negligence or negligent rescue by those associated in any way with the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs event I may be involved in, the venues at which this events and programs takes place or by those organizing, officiating, or participating in this event and program, including their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, servants, volunteers and representatives (the Releasees ). 3. I understand that all applicable rules for participation must be followed and that SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY REMAINS WITH ME, including my physical and emotional preparation and fitness to participate in all events and programs throughout the year. 4. I undertake and agree to remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition, or if, at any time, at any event or program, I feel unable or unfit to safely continue for any reason. 5. I give, a FULL RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have, or may have in the future, against Canadian Cycling Association, and all other Releasees from all liability for any loss damage, injury or expense that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any part or parts of the event or program or my presence at any venue at which they may take place, due to any cause whatsoever including the forms of negligence set forth in paragraph 2 above or from any breach of contract or statutory duty or other duty of care including any duty of care owed under the relevant Occupier s Liability Act, on the part of the Releasees. 6. I AGREE NOT TO SUE and I further agree TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS the Releasees from all expenses, fees, liability or damage award or cost of any type whatsoever arising from my participation in these events or programs. 7. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights (on my behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin), including the giving up of my right to sue. SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR PARTICIPANT and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I have read and understood the above waiver, release and indemnity, and have discussed the same with the minor person signing above. I am satisfied the said minor understands the waiver and release and his/her obligations as set out. In consideration of the participation of my minor child/ward I too agree to waive, release and indemnify the Releasees in the terms set out above. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights, which my minor child/ward and I, our respective heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin may have against the Releasees. SIGNATURE DATE:

17 Page 17 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Bikes on Broadway th Annual Stage Race, May 19-21, 2007 Sask Cup Road Race Series #2 Sponsored by: Cycledelia Racing Club of Saskatoon Stages: Three events, consisting of a time trial, road race or circuit race, and a criterium. Event location(s) are TBD at this time, please check the Cycledelia website for the most up to date information. Five categories of races will be offered: cat 1&2 (combined), cat 3, cat 4, cat 5, and women. Novice women may choose to enter the women s category or may ride with the men s cat 5 group. Entry Fee: Received by Thursday, May 17 $60 Received after Thursday, May 17 $70 Cycledelia Racing Club members $60 Online registration at until May 15th 2007 OR payment by cash or cheque (payable to Cycledelia Racing Club). Mail entry form & fee payment to: Cycledelia Racing Club, Karen Cranston, Treasurer, th Street, Saskatoon S7H 0W9 treasurer@cycledelia.ca OR ledbike@sasktel.net For more information, call Race Organizer: Dana Muma phone: or bikes.on.broadway@cycledelia.ca E Bikes on Broadway Entry Form (please print legibly): Name Date of Birth Race Category UCI Number Address City Postal Code Phone # Team/Club RELEASE AND WAIVER FORM In consideration of my application for entry in this event, I hereby agree to the following: I acknowledge that cycling has an inherent risk and I fully agree to assume the risks associated with participation in this event. I agree it is my sole responsibility to be familiar with the race course, the Canadian Cycling Association (CCA) and any special regulations for the event. I understand and agree that situations arise during the race that may be beyond the immediate control of race officials or organizers and I must continually ride so as to neither endanger others or myself. I accept responsibility for the condition and adequacy of my competition equipment. I will compete wearing a helmet, which complies with the helmet requirements of the CCA racing rules. By signing this form, I release, in my name, and in that of my heirs, executives and administrators of my will, the CCA, the Saskatchewan Cycling Association Inc., the Cycledelia Racing Club, the City of Saskatoon its agents, employees, officials, commissaires, sponsors, coaches, representatives, and successors, as well as any other organization, company, society, enterprise, association or person directly or indirectly involved in the present competition, all responsibility in the case of bodily or material harm occurring during the said competition and concerning me. I understand that there are increased risks associated with riding a bicycle and I hereby voluntarily assume all physical and legal risks associated with riding a bicycle including the risk of death, injury, loss or damage however caused in the course of my participation in this event. The Release and Waiver Form extends to all claims of ever kind or nature whatsoever, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown. I, the undersigned, have read this form carefully and fully understand it and agree to all the above terms and conditions on behalf of myself, my heirs and executors. I hereby acknowledge having read this Release and Waiver Form and I understand and accept its terms. Entrant Signature(Parent/Guardian if the entrant is under the legal age of 18) Date

18 Page 18 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Regina Stage Race (Sask Cup #3), June 2/3, 2007 Registration $55 - Early registration deadline is May 30, fees must be included with registration. Late fees add $10. Road Race: June 2 - Sign on: 8:00-8:30 am Location: the Valley Park Campsite, 3 KM North of Hwy. #2 and Hwy #11 junction. Category Start Distance Turnarounds Cat. 2/3 9 AM 109 KM turnaround at Bethune & Chamberlain Cat. 4 9:10 AM 84KM turnaround at WeeToo Beach & Chamberlain Women 9:20 AM 84KM turnaround at WeeToo Beach & Chamberlain Cat. 5 9:30 AM 55 KM turnaround at WeeToo Beach Time Trial: June 2 - Sign on: 6:00-6:30 pm at Exit B on Hwy. #11 Start: 6:45 pm; Distance: 13km Criterium: June 3 Sign on: 8:00-8:30 am - or 1 hour prior to your race; Location TBA Start: 8:30 Cat min. + 3 laps; 9:15 Women 30 min. + 3 laps; 10 AM Cat min. + 5 laps 11 AM Cat 2/3 55 min. + 5 laps Send Registration form to: Regina Cycle Club, 68 Richardson Cres., Regina, SK S4S 4J3 For information contact: Sean Kukura (306) akita@sasktel.net See our website for more information: C Regina Stage Race (Sask Cup #3), June 2/3, 2007 Name: Birthdate: M D Y Address: City: Province: Postal Code: Phone: Sex M/F Category WAIVER, RELEASE & INDEMNITY I, understand and agree that my participation in above noted event organized, operated, conducted and/or sanctioned by the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs and Members registered with CCA is conditional upon my execution of this document. 1. I am aware that cycling, and in particular competitive cycling and endurance racing, involves the possibility of injury or death. 2. I accept these risks, and all others arising from this events, even if arising from the negligence, gross negligence or negligent rescue by those associated in any way with the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs event I may be involved in, the venues at which this events and programs takes place or by those organizing, officiating, or participating in this event and program, including their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, servants, volunteers and representatives (the Releasees ). 3. I understand that all applicable rules for participation must be followed and that SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY REMAINS WITH ME, including my physical and emotional preparation and fitness to participate in all events and programs throughout the year. 4. I undertake and agree to remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition, or if, at any time, at any event or program, I feel unable or unfit to safely continue for any reason. 5. I give, a FULL RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have, or may have in the future, against Canadian Cycling Association, and all other Releasees from all liability for any loss damage, injury or expense that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any part or parts of the event or program or my presence at any venue at which they may take place, due to any cause whatsoever including the forms of negligence set forth in paragraph 2 above or from any breach of contract or statutory duty or other duty of care including any duty of care owed under the relevant Occupier s Liability Act, on the part of the Releasees. 6. I AGREE NOT TO SUE and I further agree TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS the Releasees from all expenses, fees, liability or damage award or cost of any type whatsoever arising from my participation in these events or programs. 7. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights (on my behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin), including the giving up of my right to sue. SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR PARTICIPANT and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I have read and understood the above waiver, release and indemnity, and have discussed the same with the minor person signing above. I am satisfied the said minor understands the waiver and release and his/her obligations as set out. In consideration of the participation of my minor child/ward I too agree to waive, release and indemnify the Releasees in the terms set out above. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights, which my minor child/ward and I, our respective heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin may have against the Releasees. SIGNATURE DATE:

19 Page 19 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Battle at Batoche Hill Climb 4th Annual Fresh Air Experience Road Stage Race Sask Cup Road Race #4, July 21-22, 2007 Road Race, Saturday, July 21 st ; Sign on at 9:30-10:30 am Start Time: 11 am Location: Batoche National Historic Site, East from Rostern on hi-way 312, 15 km, Then North on hi-way 225, 9 km to Batoche Saturday, July 21; 300 meters sprint up Prince Albert's steepest hill, 1st Ave West. 4 riders/wave, first 2 move on Top 3 get valuable bonuses and winner gets Cash! Sign on 6:40 pm at TireCraft (bottom of 1st Ave West)Race starts at 7:00 pm (all categories) Fresh Air Experience Downtown Crit, Sunday, July 22; Race Times: Cat 5 9:30 am (30 min + 5 laps) Cat 4-10:15 am (45 min + 5 laps) Women - 11:15 am (45 min + 5 laps) Cat 2/3-12:15 pm (60 min + 5 laps Location: Downtown Prince Albert, Central Ave. & 10th Street East Awards and Banquet to follow at Prince Albert Travelodge at 2 pm on Sunday Entry Fees: Early Registration $40; Late Registration $50 (after Thurs July 19 th ) Note: Bring a Friend Benefit: if you participated in the 3 rd Annual Fresh Air Exp Road Stage Race, for each new rider you bring to the event you will receive $5 off on your entry fee. Contact the Race Organizer for details. Visa & MasterCard accepted For More Information and to mail entries: Fresh Air Experience, 938 Central Ave.,Prince Albert, SK S6V 4V3 fae.mike@sasktel.net Phone: (306) Fax: (306) C 4 th Annual Fresh Air Experience Road Stage Race Name: Birthdate: M D Y Sex M/F Address: City: Province: Postal Code: Phone: Category WAIVER, RELEASE & INDEMNITY I, understand and agree that my participation in above noted event organized, operated, conducted and/or sanctioned by the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs and Members registered with CCA is conditional upon my execution of this document. 1. I am aware that cycling, and in particular competitive cycling and endurance racing, involves the possibility of injury or death. 2. I accept these risks, and all others arising from this events, even if arising from the negligence, gross negligence or negligent rescue by those associated in any way with the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs event I may be involved in, the venues at which this events and programs takes place or by those organizing, officiating, or participating in this event and program, including their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, servants, volunteers and representatives (the Releasees ). 3. I understand that all applicable rules for participation must be followed and that SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY REMAINS WITH ME, including my physical and emotional preparation and fitness to participate in all events and programs throughout the year. 4. I undertake and agree to remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition, or if, at any time, at any event or program, I feel unable or unfit to safely continue for any reason. 5. I give, a FULL RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have, or may have in the future, against Canadian Cycling Association, and all other Releasees from all liability for any loss damage, injury or expense that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any part or parts of the event or program or my presence at any venue at which they may take place, due to any cause whatsoever including the forms of negligence set forth in paragraph 2 above or from any breach of contract or statutory duty or other duty of care including any duty of care owed under the relevant Occupier s Liability Act, on the part of the Releasees. 6. I AGREE NOT TO SUE and I further agree TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS the Releasees from all expenses, fees, liability or damage award or cost of any type whatsoever arising from my participation in these events or programs. 7. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights (on my behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin), including the giving up of my right to sue. SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR PARTICIPANT and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I have read and understood the above waiver, release and indemnity, and have discussed the same with the minor person signing above. I am satisfied the said minor understands the waiver and release and his/her obligations as set out. In consideration of the participation of my minor child/ward I too agree to waive, release and indemnify the Releasees in the terms set out above. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights, which my minor child/ward and I, our respective heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin may have against the Releasees. SIGNATURE DATE:

20 Page 20 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 Provincial Road Race & Provincial 15K Individual Time Trial August 25/26 - Sask Cup #5 The Prov RR and 15K ITT are being hosted by Cycledelia. Information on the location, cost and time will be provided via the newsletter - Cycling Shorts and placed on the SCA website. Provincial Critierium and 40K Individual Time Trial September 2/3 - Sask Cup #6 The Prov Crit and 40K ITT are being hosted by the Moose Jaw Pavers. Information on the location, cost and time will be provided via the newsletter - Cycling Shorts and placed on the SCA website. Current plans are to hold the Crit on Sunday and the Time Trial on Monday. Note: for the above noted two race weekends, if you are intending to race outside of the category that is stated on your SCA license, you must pre-register by the Thursday prior to the start of the race. QCK Gymnastics Club, Gala Night and Silent Auction Friday, September 28th, 2007, Queensbury Centre Salon B/C 6:00 p.m. Preview and Bidding Begins 6:45 p.m. Dinner 7:30 p.m. Guest Speaker Lori-Ann Muenzer 8:30 p.m. Silent Auction and Live Auction See It. Believe It. Achieve It. is a motto that took Lori-Ann Muenzer to an Olympic gold medal, and carries her forward in sports, business, and every day life. It s more than a motto: it s a way of life. At 38 years old, Lori-Ann was the underdog in cycling at the 2004 Athens Olympics, but as far as she was concerned, she was just getting started. A story of personal challenges, physical setbacks and the unbelievable drive for success earned Lori-Ann a permanent place in the history books as Canada s first ever Gold medalist in cycling. Photo by Kim Griffiths Going for Olympic Gold! is a straight-from-the-heart message about motivation and discipline what it means to believe in a dream, but mostly about believing in yourself. Lori-Ann freely shares how to set your own road map plan to achieve that goals you want to reach, and gives you practical and useful tips so that you can apply it in your life, whether it s business, sports, or just plain having fun!see It. Believe It. Achieve It. is a motto that took Lori-Ann Muenzer to an Olympic gold medal, and carries her forward in sports, business, and every day life. It s more than a motto: it s a way of life. Tickets: $50/Adult $30/Youth 16 and under Corporate: $350/Table of 8 Dress is Semi-Formal For tickets & info contact: or office@qckgym.com To view the many other auction items go to:

21 Page 21 - Prairie Pedaler April Generic Road Bike Racing Entry Form - Use this form to enter any Sask Cycling Mountain Bike Racing event. Fill in your personal information, add the race details and send a signed copy (with the appropriate entry fee) to each race organizer, do not forward this form to the SCA office. Do not photocopy a signed form. Race Details $ Name and date of the event Entry fee enclosed Print: Name: Club: Phone # Address: City Postal Code: address Check one: Male Female Date of Birth D/M/Y Race Category WAIVER, RELEASE & INDEMNITY I, understand and agree that my participation in above noted event organized, operated, conducted and/or sanctioned by the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs and Members registered with CCA is conditional upon my execution of this document. 1. I am aware that cycling, and in particular competitive cycling and endurance racing, involves the possibility of injury or death. 2. I accept these risks, and all others arising from this events, even if arising from the negligence, gross negligence or negligent rescue by those associated in any way with the Canadian Cycling Association and/or Provincial Associations and Various CCA Clubs event I may be involved in, the venues at which this events and programs takes place or by those organizing, officiating, or participating in this event and program, including their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, servants, volunteers and representatives (the Releasees ). 3. I understand that all applicable rules for participation must be followed and that SOLE RESPONSIBILITY FOR MY PERSONAL SAFETY REMAINS WITH ME, including my physical and emotional preparation and fitness to participate in all events and programs throughout the year. 4. I undertake and agree to remove myself from participation if I sense or observe any unusual hazard or unsafe condition, or if, at any time, at any event or program, I feel unable or unfit to safely continue for any reason. 5. I give, a FULL RELEASE AND WAIVER OF LIABILITY AND ALL CLAIMS that I have, or may have in the future, against Canadian Cycling Association, and all other Releasees from all liability for any loss damage, injury or expense that I may suffer as a result of my participation in any part or parts of the event or program or my presence at any venue at which they may take place, due to any cause whatsoever including the forms of negligence set forth in paragraph 2 above or from any breach of contract or statutory duty or other duty of care including any duty of care owed under the relevant Occupier s Liability Act, on the part of the Releasees. 6. I AGREE NOT TO SUE and I further agree TO INDEMNIFY AND SAVE HARMLESS the Releasees from all expenses, fees, liability or damage award or cost of any type whatsoever arising from my participation in these events or programs. 7. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS WAIVER, RELEASE AND INDEMNITY. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights (on my behalf and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin), including the giving up of my right to sue. SIGNATURE: DATE: PARENTAL CONSENT FOR MINOR PARTICIPANT and INDEMNITY AGREEMENT I have read and understood the above waiver, release and indemnity, and have discussed the same with the minor person signing above. I am satisfied the said minor understands the waiver and release and his/her obligations as set out. In consideration of the participation of my minor child/ward I too agree to waive, release and indemnify the Releasees in the terms set out above. I am aware that by signing this agreement I am waiving substantial legal rights, which my minor child/ward and I, our respective heirs, executors, administrators and next of kin may have against the Releasees. SIGNATURE DATE:

22 Page 22 - Prairie Pedaler April 2007 The 2007 Blocks Cycle XC8: 8 Hour Enduro returns to Buffalo Pound Provincial Park as Saskatchewan s premier mountain bike event. This year s event will be held September 8 th. Block s Cycle and Norco will be supplying prizes and you might have the chance to chill out with the Elite Norco Reps. The first 100 registered racers will receive what will surely be remembered as the best giveaway in recent Saskatchewan racing history (no hype intended)! Race Categories Race solo with male and female categories, or on open teams of two or four (any gender mix). There will be music, food, and fun to entertain competitors, spectators, and support people. New for 2007 is the open singlespeed sub-category due to popular demand. There will be special recognition for singlespeed racers. For the last two years running singlespeed racers have taken home the gold, are there any geared riders who can beat them this year? Race Course The fabulous course from 2006 will be expanded with even more singletrack, which has laid dormant and unused for years. Expect longer lap times are more challenging riding, oh yeah, and more climbing! Post-Race Events The event does not end at the end of 8 hours. Awards, prizes, a BBQ supper all follow the main event. Don t forget the traditional night lap, so bring your lights if you got them. A bonfire will rage into the night for socializing and telling tall tales of the trails. There are even rumors of a live band. At the end of it all retire to your campsite and curl up in your warm sleeping bag and head home Sunday morning. Food and Camping Camping is available from Friday PM to Sunday AM. As always, a variety of food will be provided to racers and volunteers during the event but bring everything you need just in case. Cost Register early and save. - Before July 31 st $40 for Solo and $30 per Team Member. - After July 31 st prices rise to $50 per Solo and $40 per Team Member. - Race Day pricing is $60 per Solo and $50 per Team Member. Send entries and cheques to: Offroad Syndicate, c/o Jay Van Ginneken, 2339 McLurg Cres, Regina, SK, S4V 2N3 Volunteers Not racing? Help us put on the greatest mountain bike event of You will be provided with the same perks as our racers without the leg cramps. Just contact us before the event to let us know you re interested in helping out. Full race details and entry instructions, including Online Registration and Payment are available on the web at It will be an experience you ll never forget.

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