Track cyclists now have four more opportunities to take part in Friday night races with the Burnaby Velodrome Club.
The club is extending its race season with monthly races from March to June on select Friday nights, according to a press release from the club.
Typically there are about 20 Friday night races each year, 10 from October to December and another 10 from January to March, but because of the growing popularity of these events, the club decided to add an additional four races to its season.
The added races get started at 7 p.m. on March 18, April 22, May 13 and June 17. There can be up to four different categories of racing each night, with each category racing in two to three races, and spectators are encouraged to come out and see what it’s all about.
“We look forward to seeing everyone at the track to take in the exciting racing,” said Mike Rothengatter, program coordinator at the velodrome, in the release.
For cyclists interested in racing or track cycling in general, the velodrome club offers several beginner courses, including learn to ride and learn to race. For more information, visit www.burnabyvelodrome.ca.
The Burnaby Velodrome Club is located at the Harry Jerome Sports Centre, 4564 Barnet Highway.
