Presidents Monthly Message

Issue 2
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MARCH
2015
Presidents Monthly Message
Gavin Hunt
The year is up and running!!
With both Round 1 of Minikhana and Dirt X out of the way, I must say what a great start to the year. The most
overwhelming part of the year so far is the commitment from both our members and the committee in the
generous amount of time they have given at the first working bee, round 1 competitions, and setting up during the
week and on race days and getting the point scoring up.
I’m excited to see the announcement of the Louee weekend returning to the club on the 26th, 27th and 28th of June
and the final 2 rounds of Dirt X motocross are just about locked in at the great Lakes Club and the return of
Motocross at Dargle.
I look forward to meeting or seeing you all over the next few rounds, you will find me around the sign on area or
where you receive your marshall point.
Say G’Day I would love to hear your input to improve the mighty BHJMTC.
Thanks again,
Gavin Hunt - President BHJMTC
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
1
Presidents Message / 2015 Committee Members
2
Minikhana Bites / Upcoming Events
3
Know your Flags
4
Kickstart Program / Fun Corner
5/6
2015 Committee Members
President
Dirt X Files
7
Louee Social Weekend
8
Photo Gallery
Vice President
Secretary
Vice Secretary
Treasurer
Gavin Hunt
Adam Buckley & Steve Razov
Leonie Kershaw
Summer White
Steve Trlin
Club Captain
Chris Ignacz
Vice Club Captain
Ross Murray
Competition Secretary
Summer White
Newsletter 1
UPCOMING EVENTS
Minikhana Bites
Minikhana Round 2
Sunday 1st March 2015
CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR MORE DETAILS
WWW.HMCC.COM.AU
Well the sun was shining and temperature was
high, but that did not stop our riders having a
great day.
1ST MARCH 2015
MINIKHANA – ROUND 2
IAN PACKER JUNIOR MOTORCYCLE
TRAINING COMPLEX
4TH MARCH 2015
PARENTS MEETING
RIVERSTONE MEMORIAL CLUB
7:30PM IN UPSTAIRS BOARDROOM
13TH & 14TH MARCH 2015
We had a total of 23 riders on the day, with
plenty of support from parents and committee
members to run a fun day of riding.
We also ran a Kickstart coaching program with
Coach Wayne Morris for 5 new riders.
Thank you to the Brady Family
and The French Kitchen for
donation of sauce for Round 2
Minikhana. Much appreciated..
TORNADOES DISPLAY
CASTLE HILL SHOW
5:30PM FRIDAY & SATURDAY
15TH MARCH 2015
DIRT X – ROUND 2
OAKDALE JUNIOR MOTORCYCLE CLUB
29TH MARCH 2015
Look forward to seeing
you all at the
next Round on 26th April 2015!!
Calling all Minikhana Riders!!
BLACKTOWN MINIKHANA INTERCLUB
IAN PACKER JUNIOR MOTORCYCLE
TRAINING COMPLEX
12TH APRIL 2015
DIRT X – ROUND 3
CESSNOCK MOTORCYCLE CLUB
Each year we have a display
at the Castle Hill Show
which is to be held on
Fri/Sat the 13th & 14th
March 2015 at Castle Hill
Showground.
26TH APRIL 2015
MINIKHANA – ROUND 3
IAN PACKER JUNIOR MOTORCYCLE
TRAINING COMPLEX
3RD MAY 2015
HORNSBY MINIKHANA INTERCLUB
BEAUMONT ROAD, MT KURING-GAI
If your kid wants to showcase their skills in front of
a crowd to help promote the club and the sport
then please contact us on 0421 840 930 or speak to
a committee member for more details.
We welcome any age and bike size to display their
Minikhana and riding skills including Nippers!
Contact us Now!!
Newsletter 2
Understanding your Flags
SIGNAL
HOW USED
MEANING OF SIGNAL
Dropped or raised
Race / event Start
Race or practice stopped prematurely
Red Flag
Competitors must slow down, must not overtake and must slowly
proceed to the pits, or other area indicated to them by officials.
Displayed
May also be used to close the circuit
The red flag will also be used to signal the end of a demonstration
Black Flag
Stationary and black
board with Riders
number
Yellow Flag
Held stationary
Competitor with number indicated on black board must stop at the pits on
the next lap.
Danger, ride slowly, overtaking is forbidden
During first lap of practice indicates no jumping
Waved
Immediate danger, slow down, prepare to stop, jumping and overtaking
forbidden
White Flag
Waved
Slow-moving intervention vehicle on track (eg. Ambulance)
Blue Flag
Held stationary
Blue Flag
Waved
Green Flag
Held stationary
Course clear
LAST LAP
Held stationary
Last lap of the race/event
Yellow Flag
Overtaking signal warning that competitor is soon to be overtaken
Overtaking signal warning that rider is about to be overtaken
Protest flag for all junior competitors
Purple Flag
Waved
Finish of Race, Practice session or Qualifying
Happy Marshalling!!!!
Next month Licencing
Newsletter 3
Kickstart Coaching Program
Do you have a child between the ages of 7yrs to under 16yrs who is interested in obtaining a
competition licence? You will need to enrol in a Kickstart Coaching Program which is a Junior
Coaching Program created by Motorcycling Australia to ensure junior riders are competent in riding
and know the rules of racing.
The program requires you to undertake a minimum of five hours of
coaching by an accredited Motorcycle Sport Coach, and exists to ensure you
are able to ride safely and that you know the rules of racing.
If you or someone you know is interested in participating in a Kickstart
Program please contact us to register your interest and we will contact you
when a date and coach is available. Please note minimum numbers are
required to run. These are held at our Horsley Park grounds. Please contact
us on Facebook, or email [email protected] or call 0421 840 930.
ATTITUDE
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The longer
you have it,
the
stronger it
becomes!!
FUN CORNER – WORD SEARCH
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Newsletter 4
Dirt X Files
What is Dirt X??
Dirt X is a multi discipline championship dirt series involving motocross, short track & dirt track, grass track and
enduro sprint held at various locations.
Want more information? download a Dirt X Information pack from our website www.hmcc.com.au
NEW 2015 GRADING & CLASSES
There will be no C grade classes. There will only be A grade and B grade.
If you were a C grade rider you will now become a B grade rider.
The top 3 winners from C grades at Dirt X last year will become A grade riders.
If you ride A grade in any other discipline then you will also ride A grade at Dirt X.
New classes are;
Senior lites 16yrs+ 125/250cc
All powers 16yrs+ (any bike capacity)
Over 40's and women's combined
Each class will cost $35 pre entered online or $40 on the day. If you ride 2 classes it will cost an extra $20 online or
$25 on the day. Therefor a total of either $55 pre entered online or $60 on the day.
There will be no under 30s, over 30s or Retro classes as these new classes will replace them.
Dirt X Round 1 – Lakes (MX) – Sunday 15th February 2015
Well, it was an excellent day of racing at Lakes Motorcycle Club.
The track was in great condition and the sun was out and shining.
We had over 120 riders compete in their respective classes. This year brings the new classes to Dirt X of Senior
Lites, All Powers and Over 40s & Womens. Feedback from riders said they enjoyed the challenge of racing up to 6
races throughout the day.
Lakes Club Canteen staff would like to pass on feedback that all children that used the canteen were very polite and
well mannered.
Such a great day was had by all, we will be back at Lakes later this year!!!
Dirt X Round 1 points are now available on the website.
Newsletter 5
Dirt X Round 2 – Oakdale (MX) – Sunday 15th March
Our next round in the Dirt X Series brings us to Oakdale which is an MX round.
Where is Oakdale Junior Motorcycle Club?
190 Steveys Forest Rd, Oakdale NSW 2570
Remember, our new classes are as follows:
Senior lites 16yrs+ 125/250cc
All powers 16yrs+ (any bike capacity)
Over 40's and women's combined
Standard Running Schedule for the day
Sign on
7:15am – 8:15am
Scrutineering
7:30am – 8:30am
Riders Briefing
8:45am
Practice
9:00am
Racing Starts
At conclusion of practice
Pre – register and pay online
for early bird prices by
4.00pm Thursday, 12th March
2015 to secure your spot!
Looking forward to seeing you there for a great day of riding!
If you have some great photos to share please email
[email protected] and we will include it in our next
newsletter!
Newsletter 6
Louee Social Weekend
Fri/Sat/Sun
26/27/28 June 2015
Our President, Gavin, has been a busy bee speaking with the owners of Louee Enduro & Motocross Complex.
Gavin has been able to re-instate “Louee Social Weekend” in June 2015 with the owners of Louee.
We would love to see a great weekend of like minded people enjoying the sport of dirt bike riding.
In case you don’t know anything about Louee read on;
The Louee Enduro and Motocross Complex is on Lue Station, a working sheep and cattle property situated near
the village of Lue in Central NSW. Louee is only 20 minutes drive East of Mudgee and approximately 3 hours drive
from Sydney or Newcastle.
Louee is owned and operated by a bike rider so has all the features you would expect to find at a property that
specialises in off road bike riding. Five Motocross Tracks, special areas for juniors and novice riders, 150km of
Tracks and Trails designed specifically for off road riding and racing, workshop, canteen, accommodation, bike
wash, overnight storage and first aid.
We pride ourselves on giving you a top ride at LOUEE therefore it is helpful that you book in advance. Also, plan
your ride. Motorcycle riding is dangerous, plan to have a safe ride don't just hope it will happen. Have a look at our
safety and legal page and plan your trip.
For more detailed information check out their website at www.louee.net.au
Accommodation & Riding Costs
Dungaree
Shearers Quarters
3 days riding
2 nights’ accommodation
bike lock up
Adult Rider
$225
3 days riding
2 nights’ accommodation
bike lock up
Child u/16
$120
3 days riding
2 nights’ accommodation
bike lock up
$95
3 days riding
2 nights’ accommodation
bike lock up
Adult
Spectator
$110
2 nights’ accommodation
$65
2 nights’ accommodation
$175
Newsletter 7
BHJMTC PHOTO GALLERY
Minikhana Round 2
1st March 2015
Newsletter 8
BHJMTC PHOTO GALLERY
Dirt X Round 1
15th February, 2015
Held at
Newsletter 9