The south will once again become the epicentre of New Zealand cycling this week as Queenstown plays host to the Club Road Nationals, starting Thursday.

Well done to everyone who took part in the Southland Champs over the weekend. The weather played along perfectly and yes – the medals have been ordered already so we’ll let you know when you can claim your shiny rewards!

The Southland road cycling champions were decided in Te Tipua on Sunday in near perfect conditions. Medals were handed out across 11 seperate age categories with some closely fought racing across the grades.