Race #3

Saturday, February 3rd, 2018 Mattamy National Cycling Centre

Technical Guide

Final Version

General Information

The Youth Track Development Series has been designed to optimize the development of our

young athletes through a format that removes the emphasis on winning and instead focuses on

skill development. Building upon the successful introduction of ability based racing last season,

riders1 will continue to select their category based on their ability and comfort level.

The ability categories aligns with Long Term Athlete Development Principles by allowing

athletes at different levels of physical maturity, and/or time in the sport, to participate in

meaningful mixed gender competition.

Cycling Canada’s Track Cycling LTAD Model states:

● It is deemed essential to base cycling-specific training on developmental age, not on

chronological age

● It is essential to understand that when working with young athletes, we are not simply

preparing them for our sport, but for all sports- and that by offering well-rounded

development that builds physical literacy, we are also preparing them for a more active,

healthy lifestyle

● Young athletes of the same chronological age can vary widely in their development,

ability to learn skills, and emotional readiness for competition. Over-emphasis on skills

and tactics the athlete is not ready to learn, or intensive competition, can take the FUN

out of sport

● Young athletes deserve a program appropriate to their own stage of development

The emphasis on ‘Winning’ in the Youth Track Development Series has been reduced:

● Winning does not allow room for failure and learning

● Winning is all about the outcome, not the process of developing proper skills

● Winning rarely yields room for development; proper development inevitably leads to

success

Timing will be done manually and data used to rank athletes to ensure that they continue to be

placed in appropriate competition categories. All recorded times will be approximate. The

focus should be placed on having athletes apply new tactics, try new skills, and seek to achieve

personal bests.

1 Please see First Time Track Racer requirements

NEW THIS YEAR

Several new initiatives are being implemented this season to help improve the delivery and experience of the

series.

IN-FIELD PERSONNEL: Clubs must identify who is working with their team on the in-field. Independent riders are

permitted one (1) support person, and clubs are permitted a maximum of five (5) personnel per club. Only

identified personnel [coaches, mechanics, support] will be permitted [i.e. no friends, parents] at the sole discretion

of the OCA. Clubs MUST be 100% responsible for those that are identified to work with their athletes.

Clubs must send an email to events@ontariocycling.org identifying their personnel by Thursday, February 1st, 2018.

NEW! IN-FIELD ACCESS: Due to setup requirements, participants are asked to refrain from entering and setting up

on the in-field until registration has opened at 11:30 AM. All team personnel will be required to check-in at registration for an in-field pass.

NEW! CATEGORY WAITLIST: Waitlists will be available for categories once maximum capacity has been reached.

Categories may be expanded based on demand. Contact the OCA office at 416-855-1717 ext. 1010 or

events@ontariocycling.org to be placed on a waitlist.

- Registrants are not permitted to downgrade categories in order to reserve a spot, should their category

reach capacity. Any participant who does this, risks being removed from the event and forfeiting the non-

refundable processing fee.

COACHING FROM APRON: Coaching from the apron will be permitted during A and B category races ONLY.

UPGRADES: Upgrades will not be permitted on race day, except in exceptional circumstances. The OCA will consult

with the Commissaire during exceptional circumstances. Coaches should assist their athletes, ensuring placement

in the appropriate category based on age, physical maturity, cycling experience, etc.

FIRST TIME TRACK RACERS

The National Cycling Institute Milton (NCIM) runs track certification courses. It is recommended

that riders new to the Youth Track Development Series obtain certification from NCIM first, prior

to participating.

Athletes who have raced at NCIM/FCV Sanctioned Race Nights should consult with their coach

to determine which category best suits their abilities. The onus will be on the athlete’s coach to

make this determination. Any athlete that does not have a coach but has raced in NCIM/FCV

races should contact the OCA to determine their race category.

Assessments of track competencies will include:

(a) Ability to ride safely and confidently in a pack

(b) Ability to move up and down the track [i.e. above the blue line]

(c) Exhibits spatial awareness [e.g. shoulder checks]

Events Over the course of the series athletes can expect a number of events. Each date will feature 3-4 different events.

Standing Start 250 M (Timed Event)

Two athletes will be up on the track at the same time. Athletes must have a neutral holder provided by the organization. Manual timing will be used.

Standing 500 M (Timed Event) Two athletes will be up on the track at the same time. Athletes must have a neutral holder provided by the organization. Manual timing will be used.

Kilo (Timed Event) Two athletes will be up on the track at the same time. Athletes must have a neutral holder provided by the organization. Manual timing will be used.

Scratch Races All athletes start together and the objective is simply to be first over the finish line after a certain number of laps. There are no intermediate points or sprints.

Points Races

A sprint is held every set number of laps, with 5, 3, 2, and 1 point(s) being awarded to the top four finishers in each sprint. The last lap is worth double points. There are no points awarded for lapping the field. The winner of the race is the one to have the most points at the end of the race

Tempo Race

Following the general rules for a points race and similar to a point-a-lap race, riders score one point by being the first across the line each lap. After the race starts, there are four laps that don't score points. The fifth lap all the way to the last lap score points. The bell will be rung once for the first scoring lap and once for the final lap. The last lap is only worth one point. There are no points available for lapping the field.

Chariot Races

The chariot is a short, usually one lap, race. Up to four cyclists start from a standing start on the back stretch, and do an all-out sprint for a lap and a half. The first rider across the finish line is the winner. Depending on registration and time remaining a final may be held.

Point a Lap

The point-a-lap is, where a single point is awarded to the first rider to finish each lap, including the last lap. There are no points awarded for lapping the field. The winner of the race is the one to have the most points at the end of the race.

Flying Lap (Timed Event) Athletes will have a set distance to build up speed before the clock starts. The clock will start when they cross the finish with one lap to go and stop when they reach the finish line.

Longest Lap

Longest lap races have a slow part and a fast part. A first whistle starts the slow part, signaling the riders to get on the track after corner 4. Afterwards, at some point in the future, the Commissaire will blow the whistle a second time, signaling the one lap all out sprint. In between the two whistles, if a rider crosses the finish line, crosses onto the inside of the track (safety), rides backwards or touches anything with hand or foot they are eliminated. Riders are scored by finish order in the fast part, then by the reverse order of elimination in the slow part.

Elimination Races At the end of every lap or every set number of laps the last rider to cross the line is eliminated from the race. When a predetermined number of riders remain, they sprint for the finish.

Moto-Paced Race Athletes start together, positioned behind a motorbike. The motorbike paces the riders for a predetermined number of laps, before leaving the track. Athletes then race for the remaining set number of laps.

Other Other events may be added during the season

Registration Information Entry fees are as follows:

Event Cost (Grades A-E) Cost (Para) Registration Deadline

Track Development Youth Series #3

$35 + HST $20 + HST January 30th at 12:00 PM - NOON

Track Development Youth Series #4

$35 + HST $20 + HST February 20th at 12:00 PM - NOON

● All events are pre-registration only. Registration is available via www.ccnbikes.com

● Due to an overwhelming number of participants, caps have been placed on the number of entries

within each category. To reserve your spot, don’t delay and register ASAP!

● NEW! Registrants may NOT downgrade or upgrade categories to secure a spot, should a category

reach capacity. If a category is at capacity please contact the OCA to be put on a waitlist. Any

participant who does this, risks being removed from the event and forfeiting the non-refundable

processing fee.

● Entries will not be accepted after registration has closed on January 30th at 12:00 PM – NOON.

● All athletes must be duly licensed by the OCA - Citizens Permit or UCI license. Out of province

athletes must have a UCI license. Licenses must have a UCI track code.

● Out of province/country riders are welcome, subject to availability. Out of province/country riders

are asked to contact the OCA office at events@ontariocycling.org or by phone at 416-855-1717 to

be placed on a waitlist PRIOR to registering. Should a category reach capacity, priority is given to

Ontario riders, followed by out of province and out of country riders.

● Registration will open to out of province/country riders on Monday, January 29th at 9:00 AM with

remaining spots given to those on the waitlist.

● NEW! Due to setup requirements, participants are asked to refrain from entering and setting up on

the in-field until registration has opened at 11:30 AM.

● Riders must participate in all races. Should a rider need to pull out of a race, they must pull out of

all races.

● The National Cycling Institute Milton (NCIM) runs track certification courses. It

is recommended that riders new to the Youth Track Development Series obtain certification from

NCIM. More details on the NCIM courses offered can be found HERE.

REFUND POLICY

A rider must withdraw prior to the end of registration in order to be eligible to receive

a refund. All refunds are subject to a non-refundable processing fee (variable based on

transaction value) plus a refund administration fee of $5 +HST.

Once the registration period has ended on January 30th at 12:00 PM - NOON, refunds

are no longer available.

If an athlete withdraws from the event on race day, they are not eligible for a refund

and the rider must inform the Chief Commissaire of their withdrawal.

Bib Placement

Number bibs are to be placed on the lower back of a rider’s jersey per the image below

Category Selection Guidelines

These guidelines are to be used when self-selecting an athlete's category. The guidelines are in place to

help ensure that athletes will be racing with other athletes of the same caliber. When registration closes,

the OCA will review all athlete category selections and reserves the right to make adjustments [this will

be done in consultation with the athlete/coach].

If you have any questions/concerns regarding which category to enter, please contact the OCA.

This chart is a general guideline only. Coaches should assist their athletes in placing them in the appropriate category based on age, physical maturity, cycling experience, etc.

For assistance, please contact the OCA directly.

A GradeGear Restriction 7.93M

● U19 Men competitive within the Ontario Cup Series● U17 Men generally in the top third of the field at National

Championships● Category capacity = 24 participants

B GradeGear Restriction 7.12M

● U19 Women competitive within the Ontario Cup Series● U17 Men finishing middle of the pack at Provincial Championship● U17 Women generally in the top third of the field at National

Championships● U15 Men competitive at U17 National Championships● Category capacity = 24 participants

C GradeGear Restriction 6.71M*

● U17 Women finishing in the pack at Provincial Championships● U15 Men finishing in the pack at Provincial Championships● U13 Men/Women with advanced skill and physical maturity● Category capacity = 24 participants

D GradeGear Restriction 6.71M*

● U13 Women with race experience and/or advanced physical strength● U11 Men with race experience and/or advanced physical strength● Category capacity = 15 participants

E GradeGear Restriction 6.71M*

● U13 Women● U11 Men/Women● Category capacity = 10 participants

Para ● The Para category is open to Tandems (stoker + Pilot)● Stoker must be aged 20 and under

*Rental bikes may not be set-up with appropriate gearing and therefore it will be at the OCA’sdiscretion to allow riders to use a rental bike when the gearing doesn’t match the restrictions NOTE: Upgrades will not be permitted on race day NOTE: Waitlists will be available for categories once maximum capacity has been reached. Categories may be expanded based on demand. Contact the OCA office for more information. The OCA reserves the right to move or assign athletes into proper categories. Assignments are based on age, ability, field sizes, past results, and rider performance.

Track Development Youth Series #3

EVENT CATEGORY DISTANCE LAPS 11:30 – 12:15 PM

Rider Sign-In + Bib Distribution All Grades N/A

12:30 – 12:50 PM Coach/Manager Meeting - Mandatory In-Field "D"

1:00 PM Kilo Para 1 1 km 4

Scratch Race A 5 km 20

Scratch Race B 3.75 km 15

Scratch Race C 3.75 km 15

Scratch Race D 2.5 km 10

Scratch Race E 2 km 8

Flying 500 Para 2 1.25 km 5

Elimination A

Elimination B

Elimination C

Chariot Race D 250 m 1.5

Chariot Race E 250 m 1.5

Kilo Para 2 1 km 4

Tempo A 7.5 km 30

Tempo B 5 km 20

Tempo C 5 km 20

Point-a-Lap D 3 km 12

Point-a-Lap E 3 km 12

Flying 500 Para 1 1.25 km 5

Time Permitting Longest Lap E 250 m 1

Time Permitting Longest Lap D 250 m 1

Riders must participate in all races. Should a rider need to pull out of a race, they must pull out of all races.

Track Safety

● First aid will be provided by Odyssey Medical and is located in the in-field area.

● If you cannot start for any reason please notify a Commissaire.

● You are required to wear an approved, regulation cycling helmet at all times while riding

your bike.

● Riders may be pulled from a race if they present a legitimate safety concern to other

riders

● Do not ride down the back ramp. Riders are to walk their bikes down. Failure to do so

may result in being pulled from future events.

● Below is a map to the nearest hospital.

Map to Nearest Hospital

Milton District Hospital 725 Bronte Street, South 905-878-2383

General Rules and Regulations

● The races will be held under the rules of the UCI with CC and OCA modifications.

● The CC & OCA rules are available on-line at:

http://www.ontariocycling.org/commissaires/commissaires-rules/

● This event is pre-registration only. Bib numbers will be handed out at sign in.

● All athletes must sign in at registration. Sign in closes 30 minutes before the start of the

first session.

● An OCA representative will be present at the race to assist with rider licensing issues.

Licenses may not be purchased the day of the event. Please contact the OCA for more

details. All athletes (or parents/guardians) are required to sign the OCA and CC waivers.

● If you do not have a valid UCI Track License or Citizen Permit for 2018, you will be able

to purchase a 2018 license two weeks prior to the event with rush or super rush

processing. Regular license delivery takes 2-3 weeks from the time of purchase.

● Races will start promptly at the indicated start times.

● Bike check may occur on a spot check basis. All bikes must comply to regulations. Gear

rollout must occur every time prior to an athlete starting an event.

Event Specific Rules

● Standing starts for each rider will be held by a neutral volunteer. Coaches are not permitted on

the track as holders. Two athletes will be on the track at the same time.

● Do not ride down the back ramp. Riders are to walk their bikes down. Failure to do so may result

in being pulled from future events.

● In case of an accident spectators are NOT ALLOWED to cross the track, however, they can gain

access to the in-field through the tunnel.

● Pits will be pre-assigned by an OCA staff member on the day of the race, based on club

registration numbers. Team flags are permitted in pits. Advertisements in pits are not permitted.

● The use of aero bars and aero helmets are prohibited.

● Carbon wheels and disc wheels are prohibited.

● Maximum wheel rim depth 40mm.

● Only Licensed coaches and operational / event personnel are allowed on the apron / safety zone

at the sole discretion of the OCA.

● Riders may be pulled from a race if they present a legitimate safety concern to other riders

● For safety reasons, in the case of a mishap during a mass start race, riders in C, D, or novice

categories will not be permitted to re-enter the race. Athletes in categories A or B will have 5

laps in which to resume racing. No one may re-enter a race within the final kilometer.

Media Pass

● Only accredited photographers will be allowed on the track apron. Media passes will be

given out based on submission of the OCA Media Pass Form.

Please click HERE for the OCA Media Pass Form

In-Field Policy

● Only team identified personnel are permitted in the in-field, at the sole discretion of the

OCA.

● A maximum of five (5) personnel per club are permitted.

● Independent riders are permitted one (1) support person.

● Club presidents or identified representatives must pre-register their personnel by the

Thursday, February 1st, 2018 by sending an email to events@ontariocycling.org

● All team personnel are required to check-in at registration for an in-field pass.

Results

● No electronic timing will be used in the OCA Youth Track Development Series. Results will be hand timed and are used as an approximate development tool. Mass-start race finishes will be recorded by eye as best as possible. Riders may be given the same finish position if their finish order cannot be decided.

● An unofficial copy of the results can be found on the OCA website following the event.

Please keep in mind that results are used as a development tool.

Need accommodation in the area this weekend?

Members can access the Ontario Cycling Association rate from Westmont Hospitality by just clicking on the hotel location of your choice from the URL flyer posted on the OCA website. CLICK HERE

Please present your OCA member card upon check in to qualify for the rate.

For out of province/country cyclist attending OCA events and that are not members of the OCA, please send your reservation requirements to teambookings@whg.com and our National Sales Office will process your reservation at the OCA rate available at the time of booking.

Westmont Hospitality are pleased to offer you these links which make it easier for you to book our Hilton Garden Inn Toronto-Burlington or Homewood Suites Burlington which are approximately 20 minutes away from the Velodrome.

True Sport Principles

The OCA supports the TRUE SPORT principles

Go for It

Always strive for excellence and rise to the challenge, but never at the expense of others.

Discover how good you can be.

Play Fair

Play honestly and obey the rules, in letter and spirit. Winning is only meaningful when

competition is fair.

Respect Others

Show respect for everyone involved in creating a sporting experience, both on the field and off.

Win with dignity and lose with grace.

Keep it Fun

Find the joy of sport and have a good time. Keep a positive attitude and look to make a positive

difference, on the field and in your community.

Stay Healthy

Place physical and mental health above all other considerations and avoid unsafe activities.

Respect your body and keep in shape.

Include Everyone

Share sport with others, regardless of creed, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation or ability.

Invite everyone into sport to make it more meaningful for the whole community.

Give Back

Always remember the community that supports your sport and helps make it possible. Find

ways to show your appreciation and help others get the most out of sport.