Training Day on the 30th Jan 2011

Well, needless to say all in attendance had a fantastic day, I ended up in a group led by John O'Mahony along with Jim Kelsey, Charley Dolan, Stephen Kelleher and Willie O'Neil. The two things I picked up from the day were firstly, be more flexible on the bike and secondly, not to be such a wuss. Great craic and the weather was fantastic. John, Jim and Tony even put on a Stunt Show for us, pics of their antics are on the Forum if yer curious. All jokes aside, I learnt a lot form the day, in particular not to lean so far back on the bike and also how to unload the back wheel at a step. I took a good few pics but most of them are of the group I was with a few of some of the lads who joined us. I'm really looking forward to Vernionmount on the 13th.


Club Trial Jan 16th 2011

This was our first trial ath this new venue, thanks to George Stapleton for getting it for us. It a small active quarry with steep stone and gravel banks, a stream at the bottom of a very steep Grass bank and lots of piles of agrigate and large rocks.
Great craic was had by all in attendance and the spread of marks in each of thegrades again showed that it was pitched just right, we will be back.
The next event is on the 13 of Febuary, the location is yet to be confirmed but will posted on the Club Forum soon.
Finally thanks to all involved, specially to the Observers and Organizers.

Daithi.

Haloween Trial: The Vee 24th October 2010

Again a very well organized event, thanks entirely due to the efforts of Adrian Walsh, Tony Burke, Jim Wilson and John O'Mahoney. If you look at the results you'll see a good spread of marks in the grades, (with the obvious exception of "A"), which I think shows the sections were pitched perfectly. I only got to see about half the 10 sections but the "D" and "C" lines looked very do able, at my level I'll say nothing about the higher grades ;¬)
The weather was particularly good, blue skies and a light breeze, which made the going a bit easier, especially for the Novices who find the Cross-Country stuff a bit tough and tiring.
The Club had sent out an SOS to all members requesting as much help as possible in recruiting "Observers" and were pleasantly surprised to be spoilt for choice with a couple of volunteers getting the day off, the Club would like to thank those who Observed or offered to Observe, we'd have no trial without ye. Fantastic day really enjoyed it.

Loads of Photos on the Members forum and on the "PHOTO GALLERY"







Trials Training : Vernon Mount 12 June 2010

I think everyone who came to the training day will agree that the venue was ideal, sections were close
enough to each other that bikes could be shared and the terrain was ideal for sections to suit complete
novices and Experts alike. The fun factor was the highlight of the event due to the fact that the sections
were, in the words of one participant, "challenging but not scary".
There was an initail practice period where participants went around the course with an observer to look
and discuss the sections, after a short break the Training Session began with 4 laps of 6 sections. Few
riders came in with very low scores but they all had smiles.

Thanks to Pat Kiely for running the trial, Kieran Newman for arranging the Venue and, last but not least
thanks to all the Observers for their time and patience. If you've any comments or suggestions please use
the FEEDBACK PAGE

Daithi




Closed to Club Trial: 21 Mar 2010


On Sunday the 21st of March, we had a Closed to Club trial a few miles outside Cahir, this event was described by many as the most enjoyable Trial in a long time. The "sections" were challenging but manageable for the three grades. The Novice grade in particular were chosen to suit even the newest of the novices. was the most fun you could have on a bike, competitors were divided into small groups of four or five
and went around the four laps each having eight sections. As the day went on the riders were competing
with each other and with the scores on the previous laps and apart from the odd mishap or dab in the last
few feet of the section nearly every one was grinning. Thanks to John O'Mahony for his invaluable trackside
repair to an unloved Sherco with a disemboweled carb.
We are awaiting photos taken on the day and these will be posted in the "Photo Gallery" as soon as we get
them. It was mentioned at the Prize giving ceremony that assistance from members would be very welcome
at the EASTER TRIAL, so please don't be shy, give Dave Coughlan a call if you wouldn't mind giving some-
thing back to th Club. His number is     Mobile: 086 1281634
The "Club" has recently invested in new equipment for use at events, these include a new LapTop and printer,
a fully enclosed trailer for use at sign-in and getting results sorted immediately after a trial.


Observer Training/Practice day: 7th Febuary 2010.

First of all, thanks to Jim, Adrian, Pat, Ian, and Brian for all their help and advice during the day, an
absolutely great day had by all. The day started with Jim explaining how the group of 40 would be
split up into smaller groups and that each group would go in rotation to train in Obserer Training,
Technical skills, practice drills or bike setup. It was the most useful day on a bike I've ever had. The
practice areas were chosen to best suit the Grade of rider and every one there found them to be do
-able and fun. All in all a huge success for the club and all in attendance. In the Calander of Events
you'll see the next event is another "Training Day" on the 28th of Febuary, these are becoming very
popular and are great fun, which is what it's meant to be all about.
Any members who are not receiving Text messages from the club about up-coming events
please let us know using the forum.. click HERE and if you know of someone who
might be interested in Trials please bring them along..

AGM: 25th Jan 2010

The Committee:
There were quite a few changes made at the recent AGM Tommy Kiniery was elected Club President,
Dave Coughlan was elected Club Secretary, Terry Shone took over the office of Treasurer and Adrian
Walsh is Assistant Secretary.
Congratulations to all the above and sincerest thanks to the outgoing committee for all their hard work
over the years.

Events:
It was agreed at the AGM to continue to run the very popular Practice/Training days to help raise the
skill levels of the newer members. The next event will be a training day held at the Vee on the 7th of
Febuary (time and exact location to follow). The aim of this session is to teach and demonstrate "Trials
Observing", learning ths has a lot of advantages both as an Observer and competitor.

Website:
I was also suggested that a "Calender of events" and a feedback form be set up on the website, you can
access these by clicking the tabs at the top of each page.
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