December 19, 2014 (Burnaby, BC) – Get excited! The Burnaby 4 Day is the pinnacle of racing at the Burnaby Velodrome. Our annual winter event attracts some of the best cycling talent in the world and this year’s competition is no exception. Join fans as we witness: Tour de France stage winners, Olympic medalists, Pan Am Champions, and National Champions from all over the world take to the boards of Burnaby, Western Canada’s only indoor velodrome. More than just a bike race, the Burnaby 4 Day is also a celebration of cycling culture. And what celebration would be complete without great food and beverages. Local food trucks and a craft beer festival will round out this year’s festivities.

When: December 27th-30th, 2014; Amateur racing at 4:30, show starts at 7:00

Where: Burnaby Velodrome Club, Harry Jerome Sports Centre, 7564 Barnet Highway, Burnaby, British Columbia, V5A 1E7. Additional parking can be found across the street adjacent to Kask Brothers or one kilometer east along Barnet Highway at the Mountain Air Bike Park.

For More info, including tickets and schedule, click here.

Future Champions Track Cycling Camp

The Burnaby Velodrome Club and Cycling BC will be hosting a Future Champions Track Cycling Camp running in conjunction with the 4-Day, Dec. 27-30.

Details:

Start: December 27, 2014
End: December 30, 2014
Cost:  $200
Event Categories: Featured, Track, Youth
Event Tags: Burnaby 4 Day, Burnaby Velodrome, Future Champs Camp
More info here.

Watch a teaser video here.

Organizer:

Name: Burnaby Velodrome Club
Email: E-mail Organizer here.

REGISTER HERE

Do you already ride a bike and are ready to take the next step? Have you ever dreamed of becoming a professional bike racer? Let us help with the transition…. Our team of professional and world-class cyclists along with other industry professionals have the tools to get you where you want to be.

The camp is ideal for riders of all ages and abilities. So whether you’re a current Junior National Champion or are brand new to track cycling, you’ll be welcome at the velodrome.

Each morning we’ll break into groups based on experience and ability to ensure that you get the most of your time at the track. The on-bike instruction will focus on skills development for each group; for more experienced groups there will be a focus on team events while less experienced riders will focus on bike handling and comfort in the pack

Then, after lunch, we’ll all come together for in-class instruction.

TOPICS TO BE COVERED:

• Sponsor appreciation
• Sports psychology
• Race tactics
• Recovery techniques
• How to stay healthy on the road
• Q&A sessions with top cyclists

REGISTRATION INCLUDES:

• 4 Days of instruction from top coaches in the Province
• Rental bike
• Insurance
• Burnaby 4 Day Registration
• Chance to connect with peers from across British Columbia
• Jersey