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2009 Calendar
| Date |
Race |
Location |
Type |
Events |
| Apr-19 |
Calabogie Classic |
Calabogie |
Youth Race |
RR |
| May-30 |
Malvern Bicycle Classic |
Toronto |
Youth Cup |
TT/RR |
| Jun-13 |
Tour of Speed |
Newmarket |
Youth Cup |
TT/RR |
| Aug-03 |
Le Tour de Terra Cotta |
Brampton |
Youth Race |
RR |
| Aug-09 |
Markham Giro |
Markham |
Youth Cup |
TT/RR |
| Aug-16 |
The Race of Future Champions |
St. Catharines |
Youth Cup |
TT/RR |
| Sep-19 |
Tour of University Heights |
Toronto |
Youth Cup Finals |
TT/RR |
Bridging the Gap
A gap in youth cycling opportunities was identified two years ago. To address this issue the OCA created a brand new road series that allows youth between the ages 10-16 to experience the speed and thrills of road racing. The series focuses on participation and fun. The series continued to grow in 2008 with more youth riders and higher quality events around the Province. The series is driven at the grass roots support from racers, parents, clubs and officials.
In 2009 look for the series to get rolling at the Calabogie Road Classic with races throughout the summer and then culminating at the Tour of University Heights.
Regulations
Open to youth aged 10 – 16 as of Dec. 31, 2009
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CATEGORY* |
AGE |
BIRTHYEAR |
ROAD DISTANCE** |
TT DISTANCE** |
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CADET Boy/Girl |
15-16 |
1993-1994 |
25-30KM |
2 - 4 KM |
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MINIME Boy/Girl |
13-14 |
1995-1996 |
20-25KM |
2 - 4 KM |
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PEEWEE Boy/Girl |
11-12 |
1997-1998 |
10-15KM
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1 - 2 KM |
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SQUIRT Boy/Girl |
10 |
1999 |
5-10KM |
1- 2 KM |
* Age and boy/girl categories may be combined depending on field size.
** The distances are suggested and may be adapted to individual courses.
Licencing
The participants shall be members of an affiliated cycling club or possess an OCA citizen permit. One day permits may be available at some events.
Series Format
Two levels of race sanctions.
Youth Cup – Stage race for youth featuring a time trial and road race. Placing is based on combined points from the TT and road race for a general classification (GC) result. These races will be awarded maximum series points.
Youth Race – Other youth racing opportunities will be available in conjunction with other events.
Series Points per Race
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Placing |
1st |
2nd |
3rd |
4th |
5th |
6th |
7th |
8th |
9th |
10th |
11th |
12th |
13th |
14th |
15th |
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Youth Cup |
25 |
20 |
16 |
13 |
11 |
10 |
9 |
8 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
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Youth Race |
15 |
10 |
8 |
7 |
6 |
5 |
4 |
3 |
2 |
1 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
- |
Awards
Series
The series winner in each age group will be mailed an engraved plaque.
Championship
As is usual in other cycling sports the final race or a designated “championship” race determines the champion in each age group. This season the “championship” race is the Tour of University Heights Sept 19th.
Club Challenge
Points earned by youth racers count towards the OCA Club Challenge. Clubs wishing to be the top road team in Ontario are strongly recommended to encourage youth racing.
Equipment The wearing of an approved helmet is mandatory. Cycling gloves are strongly recommended. The participants are encouraged to ride on a road-racing bicycle however other suitable bicycles may be utilized. No aero bars are permitted. All equipment must be in good repair, have adequate tires and operating brakes.
Gearing No restrictions are in place as this is an introductory series. However racers and parents are encouraged to learn about gear restrictions and adapt bicycles used by riders under the age of 19 to meet the requirements. Gear restrictions are in place at regional and Ontario Cup road races. Youth series gear restrictions are under review. Click here for more info on gear restrictions.
Finale
The series will end Saturday, September 19th with the 3rd Annual Tour of University Heights. Winners of this race will win a Champions jersey and have their names engraved on the George Terry Cup. Series points will be doubled.
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