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We love cycling racing and this page will share the passion as well as the happenings with the Spin

Photos from Spinner Pro Cycling's post 01/05/2023

🇱🇰 Podium Finishers of Last Nuwara Eliya Climbing Challenge, Everesting Sri Lanka ,32 times up Radella, Organized by GoCailo and Spinner , They will be in action at . May be not the Rider on the left. Watch out for the local man in the middle 🇱🇰, Neo From the Hills of Sri Lanka , he is a mountain goat and will kill the hills ,

03/04/2023

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08/01/2023

Cycling Challenge . All details On Strava App
https://www.strava.com/clubs/785638/group_events/1301575
The first 100 Plus in Colombo was held in 2012, more on that later . It's a great feeling to get better as well enjoy our love for cycling and good to meet some like minded cyclists.

- What is the 100 Plus Series ..?
The series includes three build up rides along the year , 100 km ( Century ) on 4th Feb , Double Century on 3rd June and Triple Century on 2nd Sep . It could look daunting , key is to start small . As you can see it's planned to make you better , Don't worry about the distances , there will be cut-short and come home options. So just just block the dates and await updates , but do start riding your bike today !

- Who is it for ..?
It's for anyone (16 plus ) with a bicycle and mind for a challenge , Yes any working condition bicycle will do . The fast riders and challenge seekers will have leader boards to take a go at and the chill riders can take there time and complete the route at leisure

- What do I get ?
1.Kudos for doing a 100 km bicycle ride on Independence Day
2.To Ride through some amazing scenery and feast your eyes
3.Some good looking pictures of you
4.Buy a cool 'Banana Cycling Jersey ':-)
5.Points Certificates for All Finishers
6.Name On Leader Board
7.Eligibility For 100 Plus Series
8.Free Bananas :-)
9.What else .....
10. Surely there is more

- What will it cost me ?
Time , four to 6 hours on a holiday . Money , it can't be a lot , will update soon

- What do I need ?
A working condition bicycle. Any bicycle apart from an E- Bike (E- stands for electricity and Sri Lanka has a electricity crisis) , You need a helmet .Lights are good to have, but not compulsory since this is a day time event) . A Safety harness is good for visibility .An extra tube or two and a portable tool kit is a must (If you don't have a back up) .You need a Smart Phone with a good charge and a data connection

- Strava App & WhatsApp live location
Both apps are a must all along the event for the ride to be official , You are required to share the Strava file withing 15 minutes of completion of the ride

- Rules
Follow the provided Strava Route with no deviations , All segment timings will be based on Strava leader boards . Don't cheat , this is not Olympic qualifier . Be nice to everyone and do not litter . If you are unable to continue , inform the organizers and call it a day , there is always the next event , Remember to switch off your Strava :-) before you get into a trishaw and head home .

- What's the route ..?
Will be within 50 kms radius from Kotte , The actual route will be shared one week before the event , a surprise :-) . Route start From Kotte , beautiful Bope , Kaduwela etc . It's not crazy tough, but don't expect this to be an easy ride around the park . After all we are riding on independents day and independence was a battle and we are still battling . The route will quickly move out of the busy cities and hit the greenery , quiet inner roads , beautiful scenery of paddy , rubber estates coupled with ups and down, totaling a distance of 100 km +/- . We are looking to get closer to 1000 meters of total climbing so we can enjoy some amazing downhills

- How does it work ..?
Most will do this as a personal challenge ,trying to push the first 100 km ride in a challenging route . In simple ride the designated route with your Strava App on complete the ride , Save your Strava ride and done .
Some of the seasoned cyclists will ride for the points, looking to hit the leader boards for Climbing & Time Trialing (Flats) . Points will be added at each ride and the highest points earners will be recognized

Points are awarded as below :
A- Participation
B- Completion ,
C- Segment performance (Climbs Time Trials)
There is no ranking for overall timing so no need to rush finish .

Each rider has to complete the full rider for points to calculated

- Start & Finish
Start at Finish be at Spinner Madiwella. You can start any time from 6.00 a.m on 4th February as long as you finish by 1 p.m on the same day , to be home for lunch .

- Mechanical Support
You need to be able fix a puncture and get a dropped chain back on track by your self .Yes you can have you personal back-up behind you. not in front.:-). Please call spinner or go on Spinner Cycling You Tube If you need help to learn some road side quick fixes. If your bicycle becomes unrideable the sweeper track will pick up the bikes end of the day at a fee

- Marshall Points
There will be a Marshall Point at 50 km mark , Purely to cheer you on and take some good looking pictures of your 100 Plus Ride on Independence day

- Fueling ( Food & Beverages )
Carry some F & B with you . The route has ample kades / Shops to re- fuel . Few bananas (quick carbohydrate) , Jam buns, dates and sesame balls, aka Thala Guli:-) , king coconut (Magic hydration) , Jeevani ( Local electrolyte) and water can easily get you through this challenge

- Medical Emergencies
Safe ride is a great ride . This not a crazy fast race so don't take undue risks , especially on downhills . We are on our own and the Medical emergency number is 1990 (Suwasariya)

The goal is to help riders break mental boundaries , hit some some fitness milestones for 2023 and go on to prepare for long endurance rides , improve cycling fitness , learn how to train smart in spite of busy schedules and be able smile at the end of long fun ride . Some might go on to do Epic events such as Race The Pearl www.racethepearl.com , One never know...

How To Register ...?
Coming soon on https://www.facebook.com/Spinner.life
for the moment whatsapp your details +94 702 444 444

- What's the history of 100 Plus ?
Long distance Endurance cycling was born in Colombo in 2012. We called it WrooM 100 Plus, just to go wrooom , wroom :-) on a bicycle , Check out the old pictures https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.289924727780800&type=3 Back then we used eat more than ride :-) , but some crazy fun rides

For more Information
WhatsApp +94 702 444 444
[email protected]

28/08/2022

Nothing like a bicycle race 🇱🇰 Sri Lankan Style .. well done to the Cycling Federation of Sri Lanka and the sponsors 👏👏👏

28/08/2022

Best of luck to the Riders and Organizers
Ride Safe and go all out , Crit- Racing if fun but Risky :-)

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