Peel cyclist wins gold at national Track Championships

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Three teenagers from the Peel District Cycling Club travelled to represent Western Australia at the National Junior Track Championships.

Dharlia Haines was successful in her campaign for gold during Saturday's National Junior Track Championships.

Dharlia posted a win in the under 17 women's points race.

Her teammates Oliver Bleddyn and Jay Lindorff also travelled to Melbourne with their joint efforts securing a bronze in the under 17 men's team pursuit.

On Sunday the Peel Districts Cycling Club assisted the Australian Time Trial Association with a 40 kilometre time trial.

Roadworks required a change of course from the scheduled race down Hopeland Road in Hopeland.

Instead the trial was switched to the Serpentine Course using Karnup Road, Rapids Road, Rowe Road and Hopeland Road. 

Hot weather and strong wind conditions proved to be a challenge for cyclists, but luckily the predicted thunderstorms held off until racing was complete. 

A number of riders set personal best times for the course.

In the battle for fastest time, it was Stu Helm against 18-year-old Conor Leahy.

An aggressive first lap by Helm was the difference and secured him the title of fastest rider on the day.

In the battle for standard time honours Chris Glasby took out long-time rival Colin Rose as the overall winner on standard time.

Next Sunday sees Peel District Cycling Club return to the Hopeland Community Centre for a 16 kilometre time trial.

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