Vantage Age Group Track National Championships
Road & Track
10 March 2021 - 13 March 2021
Avantidrome, Cambridge
The Vantage Age Group Track National Championships will be held at the Avantidrome in Cambridge from 10 - 13 March 2021.
This is New Zealand's premier national track cycling event for Age Group riders from U15's through to Masters riders. Riders are selected to represent their Cycling Centres ensuring the top riders attend to race for national titles.Track cycling events involve a mix of speed, skill and tactics. The sport is highly competitive and hugely entertaining, and because events are raced in a velodrome, track is arguably the best type of cycling for spectators.
The event is proudly sponsored by Vantage Windows and Doors.
ENTRY INFORMATION
Entries for the Age Group Track National Championships are accepted through Cycling New Zealand Road and Track Centres only. Please contact your centre to apply for entry. The Centre is responsible for conducting an appropriate Selection process for all events to ensure that only riders who are competitive at this level are entered in the National Championships.
EVENT CATEGORIES
Youth
U15 Category is for riders aged between 13 and 14 as at 31 December 2021
U17 Category is for riders aged between 15 and 16 as at 31 December 2021
Masters (Timed Events)
Masters 1 Category is for riders aged between 35 and 39 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 2 Category is for riders aged between 40 and 44 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 3 Category is for riders aged between 45 and 49 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 4 Category is for riders aged between 50 and 54 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 5 Category is for riders aged between 55 and 59 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 6 Category is for riders aged between 60 and 64 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 7 Category is for riders aged between 65 and 69 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 8 Category is for riders aged between 70 and 74 as at 31 December 2021
Masters 9 Category is for riders aged between 75 and 79 at 31 December 2021
Masters 10 Category is for riders aged between 80+ at 31 December 2021
Masters (Non-Timed Events)
Masters Cat 1 is for riders aged between 35 and 44 as at 31 December 2021
Masters Cat 2 is for riders aged between 45 and 54 as at 31 December 2021
Masters Cat 3 is for riders aged between 55+ as at 31 December 2021
All entries will be required to be approved by the representing centre.
LICENSING
This event is the New Zealand Championships and entry is only open to riders with NZL on their licence code.
A 2021 Adult/Youth licence is required for all events.
Team Managers and Officials are also required to hold a 2021 Adult Licence with the appropriate endorsement from your centre.
WITHDRAWAL/REFUNDS
In the event that a rider wishes to withdraw (and is not replaced) from the event they must do so in writing to events@cyclingnewzealand.nz. A refund will only be considered on presentation of a medical certification prior to 2 March 2021.
No entry fees will be refunded without a copy of a medical certificate or after 2 March 2021.
ENTRY ELIGIBILITY & CRITERIA
Click here to view the entry eligibility and criteria
ENTRY WAIVER
EVENT PROGRAMME
TBC
TEAM TRAINING
Training time will be allocated (on request) to each centre for Wednesday 4th March 2020. Please contact events@cyclingnewzealand.nz to request a training time slot per Centre. Charges will apply.
Training time will be allocated (on request) to each centre for Wednesday 4th March 2020. Please contact events@cyclingnewzealand.nz to request a training time slot per Centre. Charges will apply.
| Training time TBC | Centre |
| 8.00am - 10.00am | |
| 10.00am - 12.00pm | Canterbury |
| 12.00pm - 14.00pm | Auckland |
| 14.00pm - 16.00pm | Waikato / BOP |
| 16.00pm - 18.00pm | Wellington / MSC/ WCNI |
| 18.00pm - 20.00pm | Southland /* AKL |
* AKL riders that are unable to make 12-2pm slot. Will share with other Centres.
CONFIRMATION OF STARTERS AND MANAGERS MEETING
Managers are required to confirm their starters from 5.30pm - 6.15pm on Wednesday 4th March at the velodrome. This will be followed by a compulsory team managers meeting will be held on Wednesday 4th March 2020 at 6.30pm at the velodrome. A Representative from each Centre team is to be present.
EVENTS
Below are the events available in each category.
| U15 Boys | Derby |
| 500m Time Trial | |
| 3000m Scratch Race | |
| 7.5k Points Race | |
| 500m Team Sprint | |
| U15 Girls | Derby |
| 500 Time Trial | |
| 3000m Scratch Race | |
| 7.5k Points Race | |
| 500m Team Sprint | |
| U17 Boys | Sprint |
| 500m Time Trial | |
| 2000m Individual Pursuit | |
| 7.5k Scratch Race | |
| 10k Points Race | |
| 3000m Team Pursuit | |
| 750m Team Sprint | |
| 10k Madison | |
| U17 Girls | Sprint |
| 500m TIme Trial | |
| 2000m Indivudual Pursuit | |
| 5k Scratch Race | |
| 7.5k Points Race | |
| 3000m Team Pursuit | |
| 500m Team Sprint | |
| 7.5k Madison | |
| Masters Men Cat 1 (35-44) | 10k Scratch Race |
| 20k Points Race | |
| Keirin | |
| 750m Team Sprint (Combined 120 years) | |
| Masters Men Cat 2 (45 -54) | 7.5k Scratch Race |
| 15k Points Race | |
| Keirin | |
| 750m Team Sprint (Combined 120 years) | |
| Masters Men Cat 3 (55 - 64) | 5k Scratch Race |
| 10k Points Race | |
| Keirin | |
| 750m Team Sprint (Combined 120 years) | |
| Masters Men Cat 4 (65+) | 5k Scratch Race |
| 10k Points Race | |
| Keirin | |
| 750m Team Sprint (Combined 120 years) | |
| Masters Men 1 (35 - 39) | 10k Points Race |
| Keirin | |
| 750m Team Sprint (Combined 120 years) | |
| Masters Men 2 (40-44) and 3 (45-49) | 3000m Individual Pursuit |
| 750m Time Trial | |
| Masters Men 4 (50-54), 5 (55-59), 6 (60-64), 7 (65-69), 8 (70-74), 9 (75-79) and 10 (80+) | 2000m Individual Pursuit |
| 500m Time Trial | |
| Masters Women Cat 1 (35-44), Cat 2 (45-54), Cat 3 (55+) | 5k Scratch Race |
| Keirin | |
| 500m Team Sprint (Combined) | |
| 7.5k Points Race | |
| Masters Womens 1 (35-39), 2 (40-44), 3 (45-49), 4 (50-54), 5 (55-59), 6 (60-64), 7 (65-69), 8 (70-74) and 9 (75+) | 2000m Individual Pursuit |
| 500m Time Trial | |
EVENT COMMUNIQUES
Event Communiques is the official distribution of event information. Please check here regularly for updated Communiques.
RACE RULES
Racing will be conducted under UCI regulations and Cycling New Zealand Road & Track racing rules.
The UCI scale of penalties will apply. Any fines issued are on the Team and are payable by the Team Manager to the Commissaires Secretary at the event or Centres will be invoiced post event.
Bicycles must conform with current UCI regulations.
Riders must only wear their approved Centre jerseys and shorts. Shorts may only display sponsors that are detailed on the rider’s Cycling New Zealand Membership.
Members of a UCI international trade team or registered NZ registered trade team are permitted to wear their Team Shorts (only). A start may be refused for any incorrectly attired rider. If you have any queries over this matter, please contact the Chief Commissaire or Technical Delegate prior to travelling to the event, to avoid disappointment.
HEALTH AND SAFETY
The safety of the riders, officials, volunteer and spectators are included in the event planning.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Health and Safety please report to the Chief Commissaire or to the Event Manager
The event will be hosted at the SIT Zero Fees Velodrome in Invercargill. Track Cycling is one of the best spectator sports around! This event will showcase the best Age Group riders in the country as they race for national titles.
2020 Ticketing Information
Session Times (approximate)
| Date | Morning Session | Evening Session |
| Thursday 7 March | 0900 - 1330 | 1700 - 2100 |
| Friday 8 March | 0900 - 1300 | 1700 - 2130 |
| Saturday 9 March | 0900 - 1300 | 1700 - 2015 |
| Sunday 10 March | 0900 - 1215 | 1400 - 1800 |
For a full event race schedule, click here.
Day Sessions - Tickets on the door
Evening Sessions - Tickets online or through the stadium. Click here.
Spectator admission costs:
Thursday 5th March
- Day session 9 a.m - doors open from 8.30 a.m – DOOR SALES
Adult $5.00
U16 and Senior Citizens – free
- Evening session 5 p.m – doors open from 4.30 p.m – Online or at stadium.
Adult - $10.00 + booking fee
U16 and Senior Citizens - $5.00 + booking fee
Friday 6th March
- Day session 9 a.m - doors open from 8.30 a.m – DOOR SALES
Adult $5.00
U16 and Senior Citizens – free
- Evening session 5 p.m – doors open from 4.30 p.m – Online or at stadium.
Adult - $10.00 + booking fee
U16 and Senior Citizens - $5.00 + booking fee
Saturday 7th March
- Day session 9 a.m - doors open from 8.30 a.m – DOOR SALES
Adult $5.00
U16 and Senior Citizens – free
- Evening session 5 p.m – doors open from 4.30 p.m – Online or at stadium.
Adult - $10.00 + booking fee
U16 and Senior Citizens - $5.00 + booking fee
Sunday 8th March
- Day session 9 a.m - doors open from 8.30 a.m – DOOR SALES
Adult $5.00
U16 and Senior Citizens – free
- Evening session 2 p.m – doors open from 1.30 p.m – Online or at stadium.
Adult - $10.00 + booking fee
U16 and Senior Citizens - $5.00 + booking fee
5 Tips to enjoy your Track Cycling Experience
1. Wear layered clothing – it can get very hot inside the velodrome!
2. Stay hydrated – ensure you drink enough water.
3. Be informed – check out the race programme and the venue entry conditions before you arrive
4. Arrive in good time so you can enjoy the atompshere and get your eye in!
5. Get ready to be entertained – Track Cycling is one of the most exciting spectators' sports!
2020 Results:
2019 Results:
Thursday AM session - Results.pdf
Thursday PM session - Results.pdf
Friday AM session - Results.pdf
Saturday AM session - Results.pdf
Saturday PM session - Results.pdf
2018 Results:
2017 Results:
2016 Results: