Pulse Saturday Cycles 2012-2013
This year we have made some changes to the format of the club spins in an effort to accommodate the growing numbers and levels within the club. The new format will cater for all levels, from those completely new to the sport, those looking to achieve a new PB and those looking to step towards the top level within the sport.
This year the group spins will commence from four different locations;
| Phoenix Park | Papal Cross |
| Tallaght | Westpark Gym |
| Blessington | Rowing Club |
| Dundrum | Marley Park |
A monthly schedule will be posted for all members to review and details of location starts, distances, routes etc will be provided in advance for all members to plan their training around.
There will be four groups run from each location that will cater for all levels.
- Yellow Group
- White Group
- Red Group
- Black Group
Please refer to the group selection for guidelines to see which group will best suit your level and goals for the year.
In addition to the weekly group spins the following sessions will be provided during the course of the year.
- Introduction to Cycling Session. Westpark Gym Class & Practical Session.
- Cycling Technique Session. Corkagh Park Cycling Track
- Bike Maintenance Session
- Pulse Time Trial. Refreshed Format for 2013
We would like to reiterate that safety is paramount in all club sessions and none more so than the club cycle sessions. All those wishing to attend must be fully paid members of Pulse Triathlon Club and hold valid Triathlon Ireland membership to ensure all participating in club organised training sessions are insured to do so.
Group Selection
For all cycling questions or queries please contact James Benson ‘jbenson@fireseal.ie / Colin Bolger ‘bolger.colin@gmail.com’.
For the upcoming season we have formed a new selection of cycling groups to help cater for the growing numbers and needs of all members within the club. Please read carefully the criteria and focuses of each group to see which group will suit you best before commencing any cycle sessions. The overall aim of all groups will be progression and safety and each member should only participate in a group once they are confident that they can meet the aims set out for the group.
If you are unsure of your ability or have any questions please feel free to contact James / Colin or the marshals on the day will be happy to assign you to the best group to meet your needs.
| Yellow Group | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Distance | Approx <40km |
| Group Skills | Focus on safety while cycling, learning how to cycle in a group and cycling basic techniques. |
| White Group | |
| Speed | 22-25km |
| Distance | 40-50km |
| Group Skills | Focus on building experience at group cycling and gaining mileage in the legs. Aim of this group is to build stamina and confidence on the bike. |
| Red Group | |
| Speed | 26-29km |
| Distance | 60-80km |
| Group Skills | Focus on increasing the distance and speed as a group. Incorporating improving overall bike skills and running group drills for climbing, intervals and solo efforts. |
| Black Group | |
| Speed | 30+km |
| Distance | 80-100km |
| Group Skills | Member must be able to maintain an avg of over 30km/hr for a distance of up to 90km and will involve speeds of 40km+ for drills and intervals within the group. Member must have good climbing and cycling fitness and be comfortable at travelling at high speeds within a group environment. |
Requirements
The following is a minimum list of requirements that needs to be met by all members wishing to participate in any group spin. No exceptions will be made as it is for the safety of the group and the marshal will reserve the right to tell a rider they cannot participate failing to meet these requirements.
- Road bike in good working order (tri bikes to be avoided on group spins)
- No tri bars for group spins
- Tires and brakes in good condition.
- Helmet
- Rain Jacket
- Phone, Money
- Food & Drink (food must be brought on spins to avoid fatigue and in the case of emergencies)
- Mudguards are not mandatory but highly recommended for you and fellow riders.
- Suitable clothing for the forecast weather conditions.
- Full Pulse Triathlon & Triathlon Ireland membership for insurance purposes.