Our 'Carl Roach 25 mile TT' - Sunday April 26th, 2020

[Terry A]

Hi all,

So,  I will be coordinating the club efforts for this years Carl Roach 25m TT. The event had always been fantastically well supported by our club members and there is little point in changing a winning formula - so this year will effectively be a mirror of previous years.

So - that well-worn phrase ... call for volunteers please.

We have various names in slots as follows :

Catering - Allan, Mary, Tina, Louise
Results board and presentation – Steve L
Time keepers – Robin Field & Fran / Norman James / Tudor Thomas
Lead Marshal – Andy Harries (total course – will want a couple of Lieutenants)
Large scale sheets - rider / results - Steve L
Finish times relayed to HQ - Tony M
Start area club rep (as per Police form) - Haydn Lewis

So, the other main jobs looking for owners

Signing on/off and numbers management at HQ (usual HQ - Hirwaun Community Centre which is open from 7.00am)
Signing the course
Marshalling (the more the merrier)
Verify riders presence at turn & approx time
Pushers (a few, as there is provision for 240 riders)

There is some new news - the McDonalds roundabout is likely to be busier than in previous years (new KFC opened on the other side of the dual carriageway to McDonalds) and so I think we should provide additional marshalls at this point - especially on the outward stage. Also, due to possible increased traffic here, the first rider will be off at 8.01 (historically, we have aimed for the last rider off at 12.00 and started at whatever time the field size dictates). This means that we all have to be in place a little earlier ... but at least we finish earlier :-)

There is always something else to do, so if you can be at the HQ to assist in any capacity then that would also be appreciated. If you are unsure of what is required, there are plenty of experienced members who can point you in the right direction and answer questions.

I do not have a key to the lock-up so either need to get one or someone with a key needs to go and verify the signs etc. We had the correct number for the 'usual' signs last year so I'm assuming we will be okay ... but better not assume. Remember that last year we included signs from HQ to the start and need to repeat that.

Ogmore Valley Wheelers always puts on a fantastic, well supported event, so this year should be no different. The more people who can volunteer and commit to the date, the better.


15. Club and Open Events
......................"To ensure the safe running of OVW Open events, the Event Secretary will reserve the right to withdraw any OVW rider to provide extra marshalling cover. In these instances, the club will reimburse the withdrawn rider/riders with their entry fees.
Not withstanding any CTT or BC regulations, the event secretary’s decision on all matters appertaining to the event will be final.

And yes, this is largely a copy of the last 3 year's postings - which themselves were unashamedly copied from Teresa's note from 2016 :-)

Please shout out if out think I have missed anything.

Many thanks.

[Greg B]

Sorry Terry I’m away for that date, wont be able to help this year.

[Dave W]

happy to help I'll do my usual spot on the McDonalds roundabout

[Richard L]

Happy to lend a hand with marshalling

[Toestrapsteve]

Happy to: marshall, ride, both

[norman james]

Hi Terry, Latest news re-Blaengwrach roundabout (McDonalds).  There now appears to be a Filling Station and a Sainsburys Local at this location as well as the KFC.
I will be checking on the implication of the increase in traffic, at the first event this season i.e the Merthyr CC.25.
Norman.

[Terry A]

Hi Norman,

Got to confess that I'm a little nervous about this. Regulars on the R25/3H might well be a concern at this roundabout - historically it is pretty quiet.

We need to make a clear statement on the front cover etc to alert riders to the new situation. I will also send a mail to all riders before the event and we need some yellow jackets in the area but even so it has a slightly uncomfortable feeling. When all said and done, all riders must comply with the rules of the road etc - but we all know what it's like when the race is on.

See you Friday.

[Terry A]

So, many thanks to those whose who have put their hands up to help. There are some others not listed here (Harpo, Tony M, Nigel, Andy H) who have said they are in ... but as we stand at the moment we are pretty thin on the ground. I guess it is to be expected with the reduced size of club membership but even so we are certainly not looking at the usual level of support for this event.

Historically, OVW has put on a first class TT and it would be such a shame if we are remembered for a not-so-good event rather than many years of success.

Please - we need to hear from anyone who could be available but has not yet replied. Either add something here or give me or Andy Harris (lead marshal) a shout.

Thanks

[Reece0]

Terry I should be able to help but need to confirm nearer the time as it’s my wedding anniversary and may be away. 

[RichardB]

Add me to your list Terry

[RoyH]

Happy to Marshall if your short

[Terry A]

Well, I'm sure by now everyone is aware that all TT's are cancelled until at least the end of may.

Just wanted to say a big thanks to all those that offered to help.

Cheers,

Terry

[Teresa]

Thank you for taking on the 'worries' of the normal aspects of organising this event, without the added complication of this virus.

Hope you get a good nights sleep, now that a definitive decision has been made.