Event Name:
Western Province Road and TT Champs Presented by PPA
Event Date:
2009/05/02 12:00:00 AM
Start Venue:
Road:Paardeberg Winery, TT: Klipheuwel
Organising Body:
WPCA
Contact Person:
Gillian Palm
Contact Telelphone:
0219476069
Web Site:
Email Address:
ENTER ONLINE HERE:
CLICK HERE TO ENTER ONLINE
Description:
Entry feesRoad Race only: R100 (all categories)Time Trial only: R50 (all categories)Road and Time Trial: R130 (all categories) ROAD Saturday 2 MayElite 130km (2x25km, 2x40km) start approx 13h00Junior 105km (1x25km, 2x40km) start approx 13h30Junior Vets 105km (1x25km, 2x40km) start approx 12h45Senior Vets 80km (2x40km) start approx 12h15Women 80km (2x40km) start approx 11h30Under 16 80km (2x40km) start approx 12h00Under 14 40km (1x40km) start approx 11h00Under 12 25km (1x25km) start approx 11h15Development 25km (1x25km) start approx 11h05Time Trial Sunday 3 MayElite 40km start approx 11h30Junior 30km start approx 12h45Junior Vets 30km start approx 12h20Senior Vets 20km start approx 13h20Under 16 20km start approx 13h25Under 14 20km start approx 11h50Under 12 15km start approx 12h30Development 15km start approx 12h35NOTESEntries close on 22 April. NO LATE ENTRIES. The Road Race takes place on Saturday 2 May starting from Paardeberg Winery using 2 circuits in the Paardeberg area. The Time Trial on Sunday 3 May is an out and back route from Klipheuwel.
Please note that start times are approximate.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Ladies MTB Skills Clinic...... 17 May 2009
Ladies MTB Skills Clinic: Module 2Ladies wanting to learn the basic skills for surviving a dirt trail are invited to join us for a workshop especially catered to your needs, presented by Velo Girl Liza Serfontein. Learn correct braking, gear selection when climbing, descending, riding over obstacles, bunny hopping, skidding around a corner and riding through various terrain. End the day off with a ride on the beautiful single track at Thandi Farm.
We suggest that a Module 1 should be done before moving onto a Module 2 clinic as this provides the important foundation. Please visit our website for details on these and other future clinics.
Each participant will also receive the following: - 3 months subscription to Bicycling Magazine- PPA gift
Date: 17 May 2009Venue: Thandi Farm Kitchen, GrabouwTime: 08h30 for 09h00Cost: R300 incl. trail permit, water & bananas for the ride and a scrumptious farm lunch.Pedal Power Association Members only pay R250!
Bookings are essential and must be confirmed with payments as no entries will be accepted on the day. Participants are limited to 10 riders! Contact Jolande on (021) 5533156 / 0824803189 or velodynamix@telkomsa.net to book your place .
Maybe you know of a lady that might be interested...
JURG
We suggest that a Module 1 should be done before moving onto a Module 2 clinic as this provides the important foundation. Please visit our website for details on these and other future clinics.
Each participant will also receive the following: - 3 months subscription to Bicycling Magazine- PPA gift
Date: 17 May 2009Venue: Thandi Farm Kitchen, GrabouwTime: 08h30 for 09h00Cost: R300 incl. trail permit, water & bananas for the ride and a scrumptious farm lunch.Pedal Power Association Members only pay R250!
Bookings are essential and must be confirmed with payments as no entries will be accepted on the day. Participants are limited to 10 riders! Contact Jolande on (021) 5533156 / 0824803189 or velodynamix@telkomsa.net to book your place .
Maybe you know of a lady that might be interested...
JURG
Saturday, March 21, 2009
International Deaf Cycling Website
Hereby I would like to announce a new face of International Deaf Cycling Website. Please note our new logo for International Deaf Cycling.
New face of International Deaf Cycling Website at:
http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/
Changed from old face of International Deaf Cycling at:
http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/index-old.htm
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Bobby W. Skedsmo
ICSD Technical Director for Cycling
International Deaf Cycling Website: http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/
Great Work Bobby....
Jurg Reyneke,
SA Cycling Convenour
New face of International Deaf Cycling Website at:
http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/
Changed from old face of International Deaf Cycling at:
http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/index-old.htm
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Bobby W. Skedsmo
ICSD Technical Director for Cycling
International Deaf Cycling Website: http://www.international-deaf-cycling.info/
Great Work Bobby....
Jurg Reyneke,
SA Cycling Convenour
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
News from the Selection Committee Deaflympics
The latest news from the selection committee was that the selection process would be very strict and the selected cyclists must be of such standard that a medal would be within his/her reach. From SA Cycling's side, we have given the committee the trials results and relevant information on each cyclists performance 2008/2009.
The committee gathered in Durban this weekend and said that official announcements will be made on 18 April 2009. So Practice and patience until then...
The committee gathered in Durban this weekend and said that official announcements will be made on 18 April 2009. So Practice and patience until then...
Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Knysna Cycle Tour 4/5 July
PICK N PAY WEEKEND ARGUS ROTARY KNYSNA CYCLE TOUR
Online entries for the Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour cycling events that takes place on the 4th and 5th July 2009 are NOW OPEN at www.knysnacycle.co.za
Only 6000 entries will be accepted! ENTER NOW to avoid disappointment!
EARLY BIRD INCENTIVE! Cyclists who enter before the 10th April 2009 could win the lucky draw for a two night stay, including breakfast, at Amanzi Island Loge (4 Star) on Leisure Isle, Knysna. www.amanzilodge.co.za
BEAUTIFUL AND CHALLENGING ROUTES!
Mountain Bike Events Sat 4th July 2009
The 50km mountain bike route has been voted “one of the top ten races in the country” by the riders. – Bicycling MagazineThe 85km Route – is a challenging route through the enchanting Knysna forest!There is also a 15km Fun Route in and around the picturesque Knysna area.
Road Race Events Sun 5th July 2009
The 100km ROAD RACE follows a challenging route in an easterly direction and passes Plettenberg Bay. This route is an official Alpha Pharm Seeding Series event for the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour 2010
The 46km ROAD RACE follows the same route as the 100km route but the cyclists will turn after Harkerville at the 23km mark.
Contour maps and information on these routes available on the race website. www.knysnacycle.co.za
The event forms part of the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival that takes place from the 3rd to the 14th July 2009.
Queries
Race Queries – rotary@123.co.za, Tel Zandile Meneses at 082 851 3622
Online Entries – onlines@knysnacycle.co.za, Tel 044 – 3826 948
Warm regards,
The Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour Organizing Committee
Online entries for the Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour cycling events that takes place on the 4th and 5th July 2009 are NOW OPEN at www.knysnacycle.co.za
Only 6000 entries will be accepted! ENTER NOW to avoid disappointment!
EARLY BIRD INCENTIVE! Cyclists who enter before the 10th April 2009 could win the lucky draw for a two night stay, including breakfast, at Amanzi Island Loge (4 Star) on Leisure Isle, Knysna. www.amanzilodge.co.za
BEAUTIFUL AND CHALLENGING ROUTES!
Mountain Bike Events Sat 4th July 2009
The 50km mountain bike route has been voted “one of the top ten races in the country” by the riders. – Bicycling MagazineThe 85km Route – is a challenging route through the enchanting Knysna forest!There is also a 15km Fun Route in and around the picturesque Knysna area.
Road Race Events Sun 5th July 2009
The 100km ROAD RACE follows a challenging route in an easterly direction and passes Plettenberg Bay. This route is an official Alpha Pharm Seeding Series event for the Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour 2010
The 46km ROAD RACE follows the same route as the 100km route but the cyclists will turn after Harkerville at the 23km mark.
Contour maps and information on these routes available on the race website. www.knysnacycle.co.za
The event forms part of the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival that takes place from the 3rd to the 14th July 2009.
Queries
Race Queries – rotary@123.co.za, Tel Zandile Meneses at 082 851 3622
Online Entries – onlines@knysnacycle.co.za, Tel 044 – 3826 948
Warm regards,
The Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour Organizing Committee
Friday, March 13, 2009
Isreal deligation to attend Deaflympics in Taiwan
Written by Asia News on Thursday, 12 March, 2009 Time posted : 7:26 pm
29-member Israeli delegation to attend Deaflympics in Taiwan
Tel-Aviv, Israel — Israel plans to dispatch a 29-member delegation to Taiwan for the 21st Deaflympic Games from Sept. 5-15, Taiwan’s representative to Israel Ting Gan-cheng said Wednesday.
Ting unveiled the plan after David Lanesman and Nissim Kakon, chairman and vice chairman of the Israel Deaf Sports Organization, respectively, paid a call on him March 9.
During the meeting, Lanesman said that the organization is attaching great importance to the upcoming Deaflympics, as this is the first time Taiwan is holding an international sports competition for athletes with hearing problems, according to Ting.
Ting added that Lanesman also displayed a watch that he was given by President Ma Ying-jeou during a recent visit to Taipei to discuss Israel’s participation in the international event.
Competitions at the 21st Deaflympics in Taipei will be held in 20 disciplines, including tennis, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, handball, beach volleyball, swimming, judo, beach volleyball, karate, and judo.
The Israeli delegation will consist of 17 athletes, four coaches, one medical expert, one cameraman, one security guard and five representatives of the sports organization, according to Lanesman.
Israeli athletes will compete in wushu, bowling, orienteering, basketball and beach volleyball events, Lanesman added.
Ting promised to provide all necessary support to the Israeli athletes to help them optimize their performance and said he hopes that Taiwan and Israel can enhance cooperation through sports exchanges.
Updated Thursday, March 12, 2009 5:05 pm TWN, By Y.L. Kao, CNA
29-member Israeli delegation to attend Deaflympics in Taiwan
Tel-Aviv, Israel — Israel plans to dispatch a 29-member delegation to Taiwan for the 21st Deaflympic Games from Sept. 5-15, Taiwan’s representative to Israel Ting Gan-cheng said Wednesday.
Ting unveiled the plan after David Lanesman and Nissim Kakon, chairman and vice chairman of the Israel Deaf Sports Organization, respectively, paid a call on him March 9.
During the meeting, Lanesman said that the organization is attaching great importance to the upcoming Deaflympics, as this is the first time Taiwan is holding an international sports competition for athletes with hearing problems, according to Ting.
Ting added that Lanesman also displayed a watch that he was given by President Ma Ying-jeou during a recent visit to Taipei to discuss Israel’s participation in the international event.
Competitions at the 21st Deaflympics in Taipei will be held in 20 disciplines, including tennis, volleyball, basketball, table tennis, handball, beach volleyball, swimming, judo, beach volleyball, karate, and judo.
The Israeli delegation will consist of 17 athletes, four coaches, one medical expert, one cameraman, one security guard and five representatives of the sports organization, according to Lanesman.
Israeli athletes will compete in wushu, bowling, orienteering, basketball and beach volleyball events, Lanesman added.
Ting promised to provide all necessary support to the Israeli athletes to help them optimize their performance and said he hopes that Taiwan and Israel can enhance cooperation through sports exchanges.
Updated Thursday, March 12, 2009 5:05 pm TWN, By Y.L. Kao, CNA
Thursday, March 12, 2009
Facts on the 2009 Cape Argus
OK here are a few that may be of a bit more interest than the “standard” facts we do:Before you get upset about your slow time, how bad is it really on the scale below?Target time Equivalent 2009 “Storm” time
2:45 3:10
3:00 3:35
3:15 3:55
3:30 4:20
3:45 4:45
4:00 5:05
4:15 5:25
4:30 5:45
5:00 6:25
5:30 7:10
6:00 8:00
In 2008, 1781 people did a “Sub-3”. In 2009 there were only 111.
In 2008, 12844 people did a sub-4. In 2009 there were 4467.
In 2008, 21765 people did a sub-5. In 2009 there were 12077.
Of the 73 start groups, only 2 made it through the first 100m without anyone crashing.
Penny Krohn retained her record of 25 consecutive age group victories
The magnificent 7 all retained their perfect record of finishing every tour so far
OK maybe a few more useless facts tomorrow morning if I have time…
David
General Manager
Race Administration Systems
2:45 3:10
3:00 3:35
3:15 3:55
3:30 4:20
3:45 4:45
4:00 5:05
4:15 5:25
4:30 5:45
5:00 6:25
5:30 7:10
6:00 8:00
In 2008, 1781 people did a “Sub-3”. In 2009 there were only 111.
In 2008, 12844 people did a sub-4. In 2009 there were 4467.
In 2008, 21765 people did a sub-5. In 2009 there were 12077.
Of the 73 start groups, only 2 made it through the first 100m without anyone crashing.
Penny Krohn retained her record of 25 consecutive age group victories
The magnificent 7 all retained their perfect record of finishing every tour so far
OK maybe a few more useless facts tomorrow morning if I have time…
David
General Manager
Race Administration Systems
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Deaflympics Asia News tue 10 march 2009
Service teams for Deaflympics vow to promote national diplomacy
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Goodwill service teams that will work at the 2009 Deaflympics in Taipei held a rally Sunday, with members promising their best efforts in receiving athletes and their family members from 81 countries.
Vice President Vincent Siew participated in the rally, jointly organized by Rotary International and 87 Taipei schools, along with Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin and Sports Affairs Council Minister Tai Hsia-ling.
In his remarks at the rally marking the inauguration of the teams, Siew said he expected the volunteers to show foreign visitors Taiwan’s hospitality and help promote the country’s international image.
He also indicated that if the Rotary Club needed his assistance, he would be happy to give it.
The 2009 Deaflympics, to take place in September, will be the second large-scale international event Taiwan has ever hosted. The first will be the 2009 World Games in Kaohsiung in July.
The number of countries participating in this year’s Deaflympics is the largest ever, and over 10,000 athletes, families and support staff are expected to come to Taipei for the event, Siew said.
Hau said he is confident that Taiwan will garner more medals this year after it took nine gold, four silver and three bronzes in 2005.
He also expressed the hope that the international community will feel Taipei’s friendship and vitality at the sports event.
Updated Monday, March 9, 2009 4:27 pm TWN, By Elizabeth Hsu, CNA
TAIPEI, Taiwan — Goodwill service teams that will work at the 2009 Deaflympics in Taipei held a rally Sunday, with members promising their best efforts in receiving athletes and their family members from 81 countries.
Vice President Vincent Siew participated in the rally, jointly organized by Rotary International and 87 Taipei schools, along with Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-bin and Sports Affairs Council Minister Tai Hsia-ling.
In his remarks at the rally marking the inauguration of the teams, Siew said he expected the volunteers to show foreign visitors Taiwan’s hospitality and help promote the country’s international image.
He also indicated that if the Rotary Club needed his assistance, he would be happy to give it.
The 2009 Deaflympics, to take place in September, will be the second large-scale international event Taiwan has ever hosted. The first will be the 2009 World Games in Kaohsiung in July.
The number of countries participating in this year’s Deaflympics is the largest ever, and over 10,000 athletes, families and support staff are expected to come to Taipei for the event, Siew said.
Hau said he is confident that Taiwan will garner more medals this year after it took nine gold, four silver and three bronzes in 2005.
He also expressed the hope that the international community will feel Taipei’s friendship and vitality at the sports event.
Updated Monday, March 9, 2009 4:27 pm TWN, By Elizabeth Hsu, CNA
2009 deaflympic mascot
The 21st Summer Deaflympics Taipei 2009 has adopted as its mascot the lively Taipei green tree frog (Rhacophorus taipeianus). While it is the tiniest of Taiwan's eight indigenous species of frogs, it is remarkable for its ability to jump long distances. Similarly, although Taiwan is a small island nation, it has impressed the world with its economic power, springing to new heights.
The banyan leaf worn by the male mascot and the azalea flower on the female are respectively the Taipei city tree and flower. They symbolize the city's vision of a fresh and environment-friendly future. The mascots have their arms wide open, in a pose that looks like the Chinese character for north “bei”, which represents the host city, Taipei. With open arms and cheerful smiles, Taipei enthusiastically welcomes participants coming from every part of the world!
The banyan leaf worn by the male mascot and the azalea flower on the female are respectively the Taipei city tree and flower. They symbolize the city's vision of a fresh and environment-friendly future. The mascots have their arms wide open, in a pose that looks like the Chinese character for north “bei”, which represents the host city, Taipei. With open arms and cheerful smiles, Taipei enthusiastically welcomes participants coming from every part of the world!
Deaflympic Emblem
The design of the emblem for the 21st Summer Deaflympics Taipei 2009 incorporates the following three elements: the Chinese character for north "bei" representing the host city Taipei, an ear representing the Deaflympics, and a figure representing the athletes. These three elements come together to form simple, flowing calligraphic lines that create a sense of dashing forward, while cleverly evoking the image of a running man. This lively emblem symbolizes Taiwan’s undying vitality as well as the courageous spirit of deaf athletes as they meet the challenges of competition.
Deaflympic News, Youth Daily News
Youth Daily News / Jan. 16, 2009
In order to encourage Chinese Taipei athletes to obtain medals at the 2009 Deaflympics, the Sports Affairs Council, Executive Yuan is planning to raise the bonus reward for medalists from the current 750,000 NT to 900,000 NT, in addition to 1.5 times the amount of extra bonus for the host country. For athletes participating at the World Games this July, even though the medal bonus reward has not been raised, gold medalists can still receive 1.5 times the amount of extra bonus.
These oukies have big carrots hanging out there?
In order to encourage Chinese Taipei athletes to obtain medals at the 2009 Deaflympics, the Sports Affairs Council, Executive Yuan is planning to raise the bonus reward for medalists from the current 750,000 NT to 900,000 NT, in addition to 1.5 times the amount of extra bonus for the host country. For athletes participating at the World Games this July, even though the medal bonus reward has not been raised, gold medalists can still receive 1.5 times the amount of extra bonus.
These oukies have big carrots hanging out there?
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Cape Argus P/P (HURRICANE) Cycle Tour !!
Sjoe... THIS WAS A WINDY ONE!! Up to 60 knots of wind!! Nobody s Favorite hairday!!! Ave 20 min worse than last years timeWinning time: 2.46 (110km)
last year 2.27 (109km) 44kmph
1st Allan Brown Medscheme
2nd Robbie Hunter Barlow world
3rd Nolan Hofman
Unofficial Results from Our Deaf Riders:
Johan Reyneke ........... 3.03
Christo Botha...............3.12
Ashley Abrahams........3.17
Bennie Botha...............3.19/20
Charles Easton.............3.30 (had a fall in wind)
Paul Kloppers..............4.08
Enrikus Koekemoer........ lost his derailer with warm up.Wind Blew his bike over, damadged and couldnt finish the race...sorry.... Enrikus!!
Hennie Koekemoer ......4.13
All in all.....with that wind..... well done, just to finish the race!!!
WC-DCA
Friday, March 6, 2009
Cape Argus Cycle Tour
Our Best Wishes For A Safe And Fast Race !!
Trust You Will Achieve Your Goal ........
Jurg & WC-DCA
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
2008 Cape Argus Cycle tour Results
Reyneke, Johan ...A... 02:40:01...105/28317...40.87
Botha, Christo... VA ...02:48:44 ...413/2831...738.76
Abrahams, Ashley ...VA ...02:58:40 ...1521/28317...36.60
Easton, Charles ...E ...03:02:25 ...2054/28317...35.85
Koekemoer, Enrikus ...B ...03:09:46 ...3138/28317...34.46
Duvenage, Juan ...A ...03:08:47 ...3000/28317...34.64
Paul Kloppers.............. 3.36.06...... 7973/28317.......30.26
From Myself and the WCDCA safe cycling and we trust you all have a good race!!!
Jurg
Botha, Christo... VA ...02:48:44 ...413/2831...738.76
Abrahams, Ashley ...VA ...02:58:40 ...1521/28317...36.60
Easton, Charles ...E ...03:02:25 ...2054/28317...35.85
Koekemoer, Enrikus ...B ...03:09:46 ...3138/28317...34.46
Duvenage, Juan ...A ...03:08:47 ...3000/28317...34.64
Paul Kloppers.............. 3.36.06...... 7973/28317.......30.26
From Myself and the WCDCA safe cycling and we trust you all have a good race!!!
Jurg
Deaflympic News, Disabled World
Deaflympics Taipei 2009
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The latest entry figures for the Taipei Deaflympics, which will take place from Sept. 5 to 15 2009. ICSD has confirmed that 3985 athletes from 81 countries have already entered to compete in 20 sport events.
2801 people have signed up to become volunteers, and are currently going through training at Taipei Municipal University of Education and National Taipei University of Education. Plans are in the works to also recruit 50 international volunteers to help out with the competition.
The Deaflympics started in 1924 and is the fastest growing multiple sport event in the world. It is a place where deaf people come together and celebrate their differences and compete for gold on an equal playing field against other deaf athletes.
In 2009 more than 3000 athletes from over 65 countries will compete. The Deaflympics comes under the umbrella of the IOC but are run by Deaf people for the Deaf.
The first World Games for the Deaf had under 200 contestants from ewer than ten countries; modern Deaflympics events feature thousands of deaf and hard of hearing athletes from multiple countries.
President Ma Ying-jeou said that hosting the Deaflympics will not only thrust Taipei onto the international stage and provide an excellent opportunity to introduce Taiwan to the world, but increase international community's understanding of the country. "I hope that next year with the Kaohsiung City hosting the 2009 World Games in July and Taipei City hosting the Deaflympics in Taipei in September, Taiwan will once again be on the international stage and let the world know that Taiwan will never be absent from major international sporting events," Ma said at an event to mark the beginning of the one-year countdown to the 21st Deaflympics.
The international sports event for people who are hearing impaired will be held in Taipei from Sept. 5-15, 2009.
"Through the Deaflympics, we hope everyone can get to see the modern and rich culture of Taipei City," Ma added.
To highlight the significance of the event, the president began his speech using sign language to say "I am Ma Ying-jeou, and I’ll take part in the 2009 Taipei Deaflympis." He received loud applause from the audience.
Named host city for the 21st Summer Deaflympics in 2003, Taipei is the first city in Asia to host the Deaflympics games, marking a historic milestone for the hosting of international sporting events in Taiwan.
Noting that the theme of Deaflympics is "Equality through sports," Ma said athletes should have the spirit to "fight to the end and never give up" just like Taiwanese taekwondo Olympian Su Li-wen, who fought to the last minute and nearly won a bronze medal despite painful and crippling injuries.
Su, along with two Taiwanese Olympic bronze medalists Chen Wei-ling and Lu Ying chi, also attended the countdown event to call on the general public to take part in the 2009 Deaflympics.
International film stars Jackie Chan and noted actress Lin Ching-hsia were also at the activity.
Action star Chan told the audience that he has one deaf ear after falling down from a tree while shooting a movie in Yugoslavia in 1987. But he has overcome the inconvenience of losing hearing in one ear.
"Never give up and you will be the winner," he said.
After singing the theme song of the 2009 Deaflympics "Power in Me," Ma, Chan and other participants at the event together activated a 365-day-countdown clock and wished for a smooth and successful games.
Around 4,000 athletes from 80 countries are expected to take part in the 2009 Taipei Deaflympics. They will compete in 20 sporting categories.
The Deaflympics date back to 1924 when the first Summer Deaflympics were held in Paris, France. In 1995 the Games received official recognition by the International Olympic Committee. Today, 96 national deaf sports federations are members of the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf.
The Deaflympic games are more than simply athletics and sports. They provide an arena for Deaf people to meet, communicate, network and socialise with other Deaf people. This social interaction is seen as a vital part of the games.
Do you have an informative article to submit to our Deaflympics Taipei 2009 category?
Further Information Regarding Deaflympics Taipei 2009
Viable Chosen as Communications Provider at DeaflympicsThe International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (CISS), a federation of 98 national deaf sports associations and a recognized organization of the International Olympic Committee, and Viable, a deaf-owned and deaf-operated provider of video relay services (VRS) proudly announce an agreement to bring seamless communications experiences to the deaf and hard of hearing community at the Deaflympics and all other international sports events sanctioned by CISS.Deaflympics Taipei 2009 Lead Up NewsNews and information on sports events and preparations in the lead up to the Deaflympics 2009 hosted in Taipei, Taiwan.
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The latest entry figures for the Taipei Deaflympics, which will take place from Sept. 5 to 15 2009. ICSD has confirmed that 3985 athletes from 81 countries have already entered to compete in 20 sport events.
2801 people have signed up to become volunteers, and are currently going through training at Taipei Municipal University of Education and National Taipei University of Education. Plans are in the works to also recruit 50 international volunteers to help out with the competition.
The Deaflympics started in 1924 and is the fastest growing multiple sport event in the world. It is a place where deaf people come together and celebrate their differences and compete for gold on an equal playing field against other deaf athletes.
In 2009 more than 3000 athletes from over 65 countries will compete. The Deaflympics comes under the umbrella of the IOC but are run by Deaf people for the Deaf.
The first World Games for the Deaf had under 200 contestants from ewer than ten countries; modern Deaflympics events feature thousands of deaf and hard of hearing athletes from multiple countries.
President Ma Ying-jeou said that hosting the Deaflympics will not only thrust Taipei onto the international stage and provide an excellent opportunity to introduce Taiwan to the world, but increase international community's understanding of the country. "I hope that next year with the Kaohsiung City hosting the 2009 World Games in July and Taipei City hosting the Deaflympics in Taipei in September, Taiwan will once again be on the international stage and let the world know that Taiwan will never be absent from major international sporting events," Ma said at an event to mark the beginning of the one-year countdown to the 21st Deaflympics.
The international sports event for people who are hearing impaired will be held in Taipei from Sept. 5-15, 2009.
"Through the Deaflympics, we hope everyone can get to see the modern and rich culture of Taipei City," Ma added.
To highlight the significance of the event, the president began his speech using sign language to say "I am Ma Ying-jeou, and I’ll take part in the 2009 Taipei Deaflympis." He received loud applause from the audience.
Named host city for the 21st Summer Deaflympics in 2003, Taipei is the first city in Asia to host the Deaflympics games, marking a historic milestone for the hosting of international sporting events in Taiwan.
Noting that the theme of Deaflympics is "Equality through sports," Ma said athletes should have the spirit to "fight to the end and never give up" just like Taiwanese taekwondo Olympian Su Li-wen, who fought to the last minute and nearly won a bronze medal despite painful and crippling injuries.
Su, along with two Taiwanese Olympic bronze medalists Chen Wei-ling and Lu Ying chi, also attended the countdown event to call on the general public to take part in the 2009 Deaflympics.
International film stars Jackie Chan and noted actress Lin Ching-hsia were also at the activity.
Action star Chan told the audience that he has one deaf ear after falling down from a tree while shooting a movie in Yugoslavia in 1987. But he has overcome the inconvenience of losing hearing in one ear.
"Never give up and you will be the winner," he said.
After singing the theme song of the 2009 Deaflympics "Power in Me," Ma, Chan and other participants at the event together activated a 365-day-countdown clock and wished for a smooth and successful games.
Around 4,000 athletes from 80 countries are expected to take part in the 2009 Taipei Deaflympics. They will compete in 20 sporting categories.
The Deaflympics date back to 1924 when the first Summer Deaflympics were held in Paris, France. In 1995 the Games received official recognition by the International Olympic Committee. Today, 96 national deaf sports federations are members of the International Committee of Sports for the Deaf.
The Deaflympic games are more than simply athletics and sports. They provide an arena for Deaf people to meet, communicate, network and socialise with other Deaf people. This social interaction is seen as a vital part of the games.
Do you have an informative article to submit to our Deaflympics Taipei 2009 category?
Further Information Regarding Deaflympics Taipei 2009
Viable Chosen as Communications Provider at DeaflympicsThe International Committee of Sports for the Deaf (CISS), a federation of 98 national deaf sports associations and a recognized organization of the International Olympic Committee, and Viable, a deaf-owned and deaf-operated provider of video relay services (VRS) proudly announce an agreement to bring seamless communications experiences to the deaf and hard of hearing community at the Deaflympics and all other international sports events sanctioned by CISS.Deaflympics Taipei 2009 Lead Up NewsNews and information on sports events and preparations in the lead up to the Deaflympics 2009 hosted in Taipei, Taiwan.
Deaflympic News, updates, China Post
Deaflympics Taipei 2009 expected to draw over 10,000 foreign visitors
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- The Deaflympics 2009, scheduled to be held in September in Taipei, is expected to attract over 10,000 foreign visitors, the city government said Wednesday.
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The visitors will include 3,600 athletes from 81 countries, as well as their coaches and families, said Taipei Deputy Mayor Wu Ching-chi.
He said Taipei is very honored to have the opportunity to host the games, which he said will "let Taiwan embrace the world and the world embrace Taiwan."
The event will also help Taipei become more disabled-friendly, he added.
The deputy mayor made the remarks in a news conference held to introduce the Deaflympics lantern zone at the upcoming annual Taipei Lantern Festival.
This year's festival -- celebrating the Year of the Ox -- is slated for February 6-15 at several venues, including the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, Taipei City Hall, and the section between Civic Plaza and the Renai Traffic Circle.
In addition to the Deaflympics, the festival will feature a variety of other themes, including tradition, happiness, prayer, love and global scenery.
TAIPEI, Taiwan -- The Deaflympics 2009, scheduled to be held in September in Taipei, is expected to attract over 10,000 foreign visitors, the city government said Wednesday.
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The visitors will include 3,600 athletes from 81 countries, as well as their coaches and families, said Taipei Deputy Mayor Wu Ching-chi.
He said Taipei is very honored to have the opportunity to host the games, which he said will "let Taiwan embrace the world and the world embrace Taiwan."
The event will also help Taipei become more disabled-friendly, he added.
The deputy mayor made the remarks in a news conference held to introduce the Deaflympics lantern zone at the upcoming annual Taipei Lantern Festival.
This year's festival -- celebrating the Year of the Ox -- is slated for February 6-15 at several venues, including the Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall, Taipei City Hall, and the section between Civic Plaza and the Renai Traffic Circle.
In addition to the Deaflympics, the festival will feature a variety of other themes, including tradition, happiness, prayer, love and global scenery.
Monday, March 2, 2009
FW: My Boland Tour Experiences!!
From: Christo Botha [mailto:CHRISTO@bergstan.co.za]
Sent: 02 March 2009 09:29 AM
To: Western Cape Deaf Cycling; Michael
Cc: CycleLab Club CT; Tim Osrin; Gary M -Cycle Lab; Zaheer Ortell;
Graeme Swart; astrid.mullins@talk21.com; Johan Reyneke; Trek & Stoor;
Neville Cragg; Noel@nu-style.co.za; penni@aeonmail.co.za; Robbie De
Fleuriot; Steven Hirst; rod@elitepainters.co.za; Tim Spencer; Rob Cragg;
Chris Wilkins; Pieter Swart
Subject: My Boland Tour Experiences!!
I took part the Boland Tour last week and it was a great experience for
me because I had not done tour before. I have learnt alot.
Stage 1: We had to do 2,7km climb up to Paarl Monument. It was 36
degrees and I started too fast and my throat burned like fire. Managed
to hang in there. Did 9:54. Came 141out of 147. I thought there will be
no pro team, but there were German team, British team, Neotal team,
Garmin Felt team and young MTN team.
Stage 2: We rode hard up to the Pass near Riebeeck Kastel. One rider's
crank pedal came off and Gary dropped the chain, but luckily we managed
to catch up the bunch after the Pass. On the way back to Wellington and
I ran out of liquid, so I moved back to the car, but the driver Gerald
of our club took so long to come back to me and I could not get back to
the bunch. I rode in the last 2 laps without fluids. The driver had to
follow the leaders and he did not give me enough liquids when he came
past. I was cross, but luckily some cyclists gave me some drinks. Did
124km in 3hr 14mins and came 115/133.
Stage 3: I was shocked when they told me that I did not finish the stage
2 and I spoke to the time keeper. He forgot to write down my number. If
you don't finish the stage, you cannot ride next stage. Luckily
everything was sorted out. We had to do 5 laps at Paardeberg. I got
dropped just before 2 lap because 3 guys fell and I braked hard to avoid
accident, then the bunch went hard on long climb and I could not get
back to the bunch, but kept going. I felt like a taxi driver because I
caught up lots of dropped riders along the way. My legs nearly died on
the last climb near the finish. Did 125km in 3hr 36mins and came
113/115. I can't believe that my coach, Michael's frame broke, but he
managed to do well.
Stage 4: It was so hot and I did not feel like riding because my legs
felt so sore. My team-mate, Tim did not start because he did not feel
good. Lucas and Kent did not enter first 3 stages because of work, but
they tried to start fourth stage. The organiser turned them down because
it was unfair for others. We went fast up to near Franshoek, then the
pace went too fast on the way to Wellington. I got dropped near Klapmuts
and I realised that I can't continue without liquids because the
secondary car was gone. So Chris Botha had puncture earlier and he could
not catch up the bunch, so we took short cut to Paarl and we climbed up
to Hex River Pass to watch the leaders. I managed to get liquids to
finish at the top. Armand did not complete because he did not feel good.
I did not finish race, but it was a great experience for me. Gary from
our club won in the veteran section and I am happy for him.
I need to concentrate on improving my long hill climbing and long speed
work near the future. I am feeling fine, but my legs still felt sore. I
hope, I will recover in time for the Argus.
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Christo Botha
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Sunday, March 1, 2009
News From Christo Botha
This weekend was mainly MTB time! i havent seen the Argus Mtb results yet, but had an sms from Christo who did the tour de Boland (4 Stages....) he promised a report on monday...he said it was a tough one.. well done Christo.. Next week the BIG One!!! i trust all our chaps are ready...
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