Christmas Party and Weekly Spins:

Christmas Party:

The club will hold a 'very informal' Christmas Party in Dalys, on 16th December at 8.30pm.  Members are encouraged to come for a bit of craic and it is hoped that voting will take place for the Club Jersey.  Three versions have been chosen as a shortlist and members can vote on the night for their favourite.

Weekly Spins:

Due to the poor condition of the road at Abbeytown, the Tuesday night spins won't take place for the next few weeks.  However, we are looking into the possibility of running spinning sessions using turbo trainers.  If anyone with their own trainer is interested in taking part please reply here as we need to know if its a goer. 

The Sunday spins are continuing to be a success leaving from the Boys School at 9.30am.  In time may be pushed back as we get further into winter due to fog, frost etc.

Club Sponsor

Club sponsor:
The club is now in the process of finding a sponsor to help subsidise the cost of the club kit.  It is hoped that we can find a main sponsor which will go on the front of the shirt and side of the shorts.  If we can find one or two other sponsors to go on the jersey it will further reduce the cost to members.  With the growing popularity of cycling and the interest in our club, this would be a great opportunity for positive exposure.  The club hopes where possible, that the sponsors should come from the town or local area.  If you know of anyone please don't hesitate to drop us a line at curlieuwheelerscc@gmail.com.

Club Hats:
There are  still some club hats remaining at €10.  If anyone still hasn't got one or if anyone that did the Leisure cycle and  didnt receive a hat email curlieuwheelerscc@gmail.com

Cycling Ireland membership for 2012 can be renewed online from next Monday 28th.  If you log into the CI website using the password that they sent you to your email address, you can renew your own membership using a laser card.  Most members have used their chance at the introductory rate so we will now have to pay 25 euro for a 2012 leisure license.  Those who haven't paid for 2011, the introductory rate of 15 will apply.  For those wishing to enter competitions next year, a full competition license will cost 120 euro.  However a one day competition license can be purchased for races for 10 euro if you don't think you will be entering too many races!!!

Cycling Ireland have asked us to renew or join up using their online service.  Therefor, it is up to members to renew their own CI affiliation.  Those of you who had problems with your password should find that the matter is resolved as Aaron spoke to CI on Friday to try to sort the problem.

Along with the 10 euro to CI for 2011, we asked members to pay an additional 10 euro towards the club.  This was essential for start up costs such as meeting venue rental, Cycling Ireland affiliation fees, club logo design and the 50k launch cycle costs.  If you have not paid the 10 euro for 2011, we would be grateful if you could include it with the 2012 club contribution of 20 euro.  This contribution is vital as the club will have to pay an increased fee of  150 euro plus an additional 140 euro which must be paid to the Connacht Cycling Union.  To clarify, the 2012 membership will be 25 euro paid directly to Cycling Ireland and 20 euro towards the club.  The 20 euro can be given to any of the committee members.

Training Day Saturday 26th of November

The Eire Og Cycling Club are holding a cycling training day on Saturday 26th of November for all those interested in improving their cycling experience. This is primarily aimed at beginner riders but even more experienced riders can benefit from the course.  The course will cover all aspects of cycling including bike skills, training plans, diet & nutrition and basic bike maintenance. Bike fit and max power test will be available for those wishing to assess their fitness levels. The course will take place in The Teeling Centre Collooney commencing at 9.30 a.m. For further information and registration for the course please visit their website www.eireogcycling.com or contact the club secretary on 087 975 9854.
   
·         9.30 -10.30 - Sign on & Bike Setup
·         10.30 – Briefing & Road Spin
·         12.30 – Group Cycling  Etiquette
·         13.00 – Lunch
·         13.30 – Bike Skills
·         15.00 – Bike Maintenance & Equipment
·         16.30 -  Q & A
·         17.00  – Max Power Testing
·         17.30 - 18.00 – Finish

For  more info email:   info@connachtcycling.com or call 087  975 9854
Cost for the course is €30, this includes lunch & showers.
Helmets are compulsory, no helmet – no spin.

Sean Kelly/ Donamon Dynamos 10th Anniversay

Donamon Dynamos wish to invite all Curlieu Wheelers Members to their Gala Buffet in Donamon Castle on the 12th of Nov with guest speaker Sean Kelly. Tickets are €25 and food is served at 8pm. This is a great opportunity to meet Sean Kelly in a social setting. He will also give an after dinner speech and will answer questions from all guests.

The following morning (Sun the 13th) Sean will lead the club and guests on a 50 mile cycle. Sign on at Donamon Castle @ 9.00am, start at 10.00am, showers and hot food after in the castle. Fee €15.00 and €10 for juniors.  Any enquiries, or if anyone is interested in the above please contact regancarmel@gmail.com