Avantidrome News No Images? Click here FEBRUARY 2017 Avantidrome News brings the latest news from both on and off the track. There's a buzz of activity happening in and around the velodrome in the coming months so come and join us! We're gearing up for the Vantage Age Group Track Nationals and World Masters Games and there's a fun, Family Wheels Day for all to join in, in support of Plunket's Community Services. In this issue you can learn about the best choice when it comes to hydration during exercise, find out more about our wonderful sponsor APL, and take advantage of a special offer from ŠKODA. The Avantidrome Team Latest from the trackMASTERS PREP RACINGThe countdown is on with two months to go until World Masters Games! We'll be holding our final Masters Games prep racing at the Avantidrome on Sunday 9th April. This will combine Sprint and Endurance events over championship distances. $20 entry fee. Book online - just look for 'Racing - Masters Games Final Prep Event' on our track schedule. THIRSTY FOR A SPORTS DRINK?Think again. Here's an interesting read from Katie Schofield from The University of Waikato - our tertiary education partner. Take a look at Katie's top tips on the best choice when it comes to hydration during exercise and if this leaves you thirsty for more be sure to check out the University of Waikato sport's services and their range of assessments on offer. SPOTLIGHT ON APLAPL is the parent company of New Zealand’s popular window brands Altherm Window Systems, First Windows & Doors and Vantage Windows & Doors. Based in Hamilton, APL maintains a major design, production and warehousing facility developing, extruding, surface finishing and distributing profiles to over 70 manufacturers around the country. APL has grown to become New Zealand’s foremost window supplier, offering a range of residential and commercial window systems, including energy-efficient ThermalHEART products, the Metro Series and APL Architectural Series ranges. APL are proud sponsors of the Avantidrome and naming right sponsor of Cycling New Zealand. The Avantidrome would like to acknowledge and thank APL for the tremendous support we receive. PEDAL FOR PLUNKETPedal for Plunket is bringing a two-wheeled party to town. Plunket and The Warehouse are putting their bike shorts to the test this March as they cycle the length of the country in Pedal For Plunket - in support of Plunket’s Community Services and you can join in the fun! On Saturday 11 March, from 10am-2pm, the Avantidrome and Cycling New Zealand crews are teaming up with The Warehouse and Plunket to bring a Family Wheels Day to Cambridge. Meet up at the start of the Te Awa Cycleway by the Gaslight Theatre in Cambridge at 10am to pedal, scoot or push your way to the Avantidrome. Or just meet us here at the Gallagher Bike Skills Park for fun and games, spot prizes, a BBQ and the opportunity to meet special guests Alison Shanks and Nikki Hamblin. To follow the Pedal for Plunket riders’ progress down the country and donate to this very good cause visit the Pedal For Plunket website. ŠKODA SPECIAL OFFERCycling is part of ŠKODA’s DNA – they've been a proud sponsor of Tour de France for a number of years. Closer to home they're extremely proud to sponsor Cycling New Zealand and EBBETT ŠKODA is a valued sponsor and huge supporter of the Avantidrome. ŠKODA’s Simply Clever philosophy can be seen in their efficient engines and unique design features which help make life better every day. Introducing the latest Simply Clever special offer - right now when you purchase any new ŠKODA you’ll receive the next two years’ worth of fuel – absolutely free! Be super quick though, this offer ends 28 February, 2017. Get in to EBBETT ŠKODA or your local ŠKODA dealer today. Thank you to our sponsors!A world class environment that builds the community's passion for cycling, health & wellbeing. |