Members/Clubs
Present:
27 Team Wisconsin (J. Littman, D.
Eckel, J. Rodriguez)
28 Baraboo Sharks (E. Meier, C. Lemke, C. Gabrielson)
29 Spin Doctor/Lakes Area PT (J. Van Susteren, R. Olson)
30 IS Corp/Childrens Hosp (W. Ochowicz)
31 1% More Racing (N. Holbus, K. Jacobsen)
32 Fox Valley Cycling Club (P. Tomich)
33 Team Hobby Racer (L. Kellogg)
34 Milwaukee Wheelmen (O. Wenz)
35 Lifecyclists (B. Emery)
36 Wisconsin Bicycle Racing (C. Wilkins)
37 ABG/Endeavour (B. Lund)
38 Cranksters (C. Heywood)
39 Hampshire CC (J. Pearce)
40 Brazen Dropouts (J. Ericsson)
41 CZ Velo (C. Setter)
Board Members Present: R.
Anderson (Pres); Scott Grosz (VP); A. Miller (Treas); L. Kilduff
(Sec’y); At-Large Members: E. Hickey, J. Ericsson
Staff Present: H. Mingesz, Technical Director
Also Present: Rich Weiss, Photo Finish Services
The meeting opened at 1:45p.m.with introductions of the board.
Announcements:
27 Advertising rates for the WCA website
were distributed. Rates will be posted on the website.
28 The Team Profile page on the website
will be updated in February. All WCA clubs are invited to show off
their sponsors, riders, new jerseys and their websites on the team
profile page. A form will be emailed to all club contacts.
29 WCA is looking for a club to host
an “introduction to bike racing” seminar in the Milwaukee
area. Clubs can earn money by sharing their knowledge. Info to be
posted on wicycling.org or email Rebecca@tds.net.
WCA Board Election
No nominations to the board were made
by WCA members therefore, the 2005 board is:
President: Rebecca Anderson (America’s Dairyland)
Vice President: Scott Grosz (UW Cycling and IS
Corp)
Treasurer: Amy Miller
Secretary: Larry Kilduff (IS Corp/Children’s
Hosp)
At Large Members Renewing: Ed Hickey (GDVC); John
Ericsson (Brazen Dropouts)
Two new at-large members were added: Chris Lemke
(Baraboo Sharks); Chris Setter (CZ Velo)
Cyclocross Update
Jerry Pearce gave a cyclocross update.
Pearce reported that the numbers of riders in every category were
up, resulting in a successful season.
Improvements being considered in 2005
include:
30 Adding a 50+ class to attract more
riders
31 Segment scoring for juniors
32 Provide an overall series champion jersey (as well as a state
champion jersey) and run a contest to find the best design for
the overall series champion jersey
33 Possible mandatory category upgrades to top 2-3 series winners
in each category
34 Promoter feedback and signatures of understanding on WCA Cyclocross
race guidelines
35 WCA is considering partnering with nearby states to produce
a “Midwest Cyclocross Championship” event
36 9 races have been proposed for the 2005 WCA Cyclocross season
37 More PR: at bike shops (poster), mailings to WORS riders and/or
an ad on WORS website
These items are in the discussion phase
and riders interested in providing feedback or making suggestions
should contact: jerry@rainbowjersey.com
or jpebikes@yahoo.com.
Masters Discussion
There had been considerable jaw flapping
on the topic of masters catergories in late '04, and the question
was raised as to how to continue to provide a solid race opportunity
for 30 and 40+ riders, and also provide a race for beginning riders
of masters age.
The board reviewed the hard evidence, supplied by race results,
and the numbers showed the highest number of riders in the 50+ age
group were cat 4s. Further, most of the 30+ masters riders were
cat 2, and 3 riders. Those facts, and a vote on suggested masters
category led to the following masters categories being approved
by the members present; note: promoters are encouraged (it’s
optional, but encouraged) to use these masters categories:
Masters 1,2,3*
Masters 4,5 *
*Masters are age 30 and up; age group results would be broken down
in 10 year increments (30+, 40+, 50+ and possibly, 60+) as always,
and masters points would be awarded in those 10 year increments.
In addition, a new trophy would be added for the Masters 4,5 category.
A discussion group will continue on the yahoo discussion group,
facilitated by board members Larry Kilduff and Scott Grosz to answer
any questions about masters racing.
Promter’s Packet
Heidi Mingesz reviewed the packet and
asked that promoters note changes:
38 USAC is enforcing late fees. Race
permits must be mailed to Heidi 6 weeks in advance of the race
date to avoid late fees; review your packet for information on
when you must have your permit application submitted…or
pay the late fee
39 All flyers need to be reviewed by Heidi and should be included
with the race permitting material 6 weeks in advance. No flyers
will be posted until they are approved, and this is a USAC requirement
that WCA is obliged to follow. Remember, flyers must be posted
30 days before your event.
WCA 2005 Race Calendar – DRAFT
This calendar will be finalized on February 1, 2005. No races will
be added after February 1; however, races listed below might change
dates (at promoter’s discretion).
April Race/Hosting Team
4/3 Spring Race #1, GDVC, Research Park, Madison
4/9 Green Bay TT, Team Bellin Health
4/17 Spring Race #2, GDVC, Research Park, Madison
4/23 Muskego Park, CZ Velo
4/30 Baraboo Road Race, Baraboo Sharks
May Race/Hosting Team
5/7 Muskego Park, Hampshire CC
5/8 Noah’s Ark Crit, Baraboo Sharks
5/14 Leland Grand Prix, Baraboo Sharks
5/15 Wheels on Willy, Brazen Dropouts
5/21 Fox Valley Crit, Fox Valley Cycling
5/22 Muskego Park Crit/Team Wisconsin
June Race/Hosting Team
6/4 PCW Crit, Sheboygan
6/5 Wheel & Sprocket Crit, Neenah
6/11 State RR Championship, Spring Prairie/One Percent More
July Race/Hosting Team
7/2 Palmyra RR/UW Whitewater
7/3 Cudahy Crit, Endeavour
7/31 State TT/UW Cycling
August Race/Hosting Team
8/6 Road Race, Fox Valley Cycling
8/27 State Criterium Championship, Elkhorn/Team WI
Meeting Adjourned at 5pm
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