Oct 9, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

Heroes and heroines of the 23rd final race of the Avtomojster Grand Prix

Ljubljana, October 9, 2023 – Last Sunday, at the VN Avtomojster was a real celebration of cycling. Young talents from various categories competed on the road and showed off their skills.

In the Boys C category, Žiga Vrtar from KK Adria Mobil won gold, Lovro Slapšak from KD Knežje mesto Celje won silver, and Andi Šmerc from Pogi Team UAE Generali won bronze. In the Boys B category, Urban Hvastija was the best, followed by Gal Klun and Franci Krajnc, all from Pogi Team UAE Generali.

In the Boys A category, Rok Bajželj from KK Kranj won, Oskar Mernik from KD Knežje mesto Celje came second, and Maj Bohak from Perutnina Ptuj came third.

The girls' competitions were also exciting. In the Girls C category, Živa Bohak from Perutnina Ptuj won gold, Vivi Oblak, also from Perutnina Ptuj, won silver, and Alina Telič Verovšek from BTC City LJ Scott won bronze.

The overall score of the 2023 Pogi Cup resulted in a yellow jersey for boys and a pink jersey for girls. In the Boys A category, Rok Bajželj from KK Kranj won with 108 points, while in the Girls A category, Lina Mehle from BTC City LJ Scott won with 102 points.

Perutnina Ptuj Cycling became the best team in the Pogi Cup, with its cyclists demonstrating exceptional team spirit and consistency throughout the season.

Although all the cyclists were true heroes, one sporting gesture stood out in particular. Jure Jovanovič from Pogi Team helped his teammate Miha Otoničar get up after he fell during the sprint and rode with him to the finish line. Instead of sprinting alone, Jure selflessly helped Miha. This move was rewarded with loud applause and the award for the move of the day.

The top three finishers in the Pogi Cup received special prizes, including a portable speaker in a white bag from TDF, symbolizing the white jersey for young riders won by Tadej Pogačar, and a Berk Composites seat.

Link to gallery –  https://prijavim.se/gallery/album/560/vn-car-mechanic-2023/1/

Link to results – https://prijavim.se/results/match/4921/vn-avtomojstra-2023

The end of the season brought exceptional performances and sporting spirit. Congratulations to all competitors for their outstanding efforts and performances in the race. The cycling season has ended, but the passion for cycling remains. See you at the next races! 👏🚴‍♂️🚴‍♀️🏆

Sep 27, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

School National Championship in Ponca: Rok Bajželj and Lina Mehle fastest among elementary school students, record number of entries, and victory for the Vodice Elementary School team!

Today, the National School Time Trial Championship took place in the beautiful surroundings of the valley below Ponca. Pupils from Slovenian primary schools competed on a 2.5 km circular track. A record number of 236 participants registered for the race, including both licensed and unlicensed cyclists.

The championship is organized by our club KD Rog in cooperation with the Planica Institute – Youth Sports and the Cycling Federation of Slovenia.

The overall winner was Rok Bajželj from Staneta Žagarja Elementary School in Kranj, who completed the course in 3 minutes and 54 seconds, while Lina Mehle from Mengeš Elementary School was the fastest among the girls. 👏👏👏

The award for the largest number of registered teams at the championship went to Vodice Elementary School.

The results are published at prijavim.se.
Sep 27, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

A successful weekend for the POGI TEAM UAE GENERALI: Excellent results on several fronts!

Last weekend, the POGI TEAM UAE GENERALI once again proved that hard work and dedication are the keys to success in cycling races. Our cyclists scattered to various locations, from Italy to Vrtojba, and achieved excellent results. Let's take it one step at a time.

G.P. Citta’ di Fontanafredda, Italy: Today, our boys from categories A and B represented the team colors in the lively Italian town of Fontanafredda. In the boys' B category, Gal Klun showed exceptional fighting spirit and finished in 21st place. But it was Jure Jovanovič who really got the crowd going in the boys' A category, finishing in an excellent 3rd place in the main sprint.

2nd Vrtojba Cycling Race: On home turf, at the 2nd Vrtojba Cycling Race, our boys once again showed what it means to fight to the end. Gašper Mesec took 3rd place in the Boys C category. Franci Kranjc showed that he is in excellent form, winning the gold medal in the Boys B category, while Maks Rožanec took 3rd place.

10. G.P. Valli del Natisone, Italy: Our older juniors traveled to the beautiful landscape of Valli del Natisone, where the 10th edition of this prestigious race took place. In the vicinity of San Pietro al Natisone, Domen Oblak demonstrated exceptional talent and determination, earning an excellent 5th place.

Sincere congratulations to all our cyclists who represented the colors of the POGI TEAM UAE GENERALI. Your efforts and excellent rankings are a source of pride for the entire team. Onward to new victories! 🚴‍♂️💨🏆
Sep 23
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FINAL RACE – AUTO MASTER GRAND PRIX 2023

 

23rd Final Race: Avtomojstra Grand Prix 2023

Organizer: POGI TEAM – ROG Cycling Club

Date: Sunday, October 8, 2023

Location: EUROGARDEN-ROTAR CENTER, Podsmreka 7b, Dobrova

Competition level: Race for the Slovenian Cup and POGI Cup

Contact: info@kdrog.si | www.kdrog.si

Tel: 051 666 707

Newsletter: VN Avtomojster 2023 – Newsletter

Call for applications:  VN Avtomojster 2023 – Call for applications

Competition Track

  • Circular track with a length of 3,100 meters

Competition schedule

Category
Number of rounds
Length
Start of the competition
Boys C / Girls B and C
5
15.100 m
10:00
Boys A and B / Girls A
10
31.000 m
10:40
Junior youth / Senior youth
23
71.300 m
11:40

Rules

Transfers: According to the KZS rules for licensed competitors. Measurement of transfers for the top five at the finish line.

Right to compete: Valid licenses for 2023 are mandatory for all categories.

Pick up your race numbers: On race day at the start/finish area from 8:30 a.m. onwards.

Costs

The organizer bears the costs of organization and prizes, while other costs are borne by the participants themselves.

Awards

Cups for the top three in each category – prizes according to KZS regulations.

POGI Cup: Award ceremony for the top three finishers in the POGI CUP (boys A, B, C / girls A, B, C).

Complaints

Appeals will be accepted by the chief judge 15 minutes after the results are announced.

General

The competition will be held in accordance with the technical regulations of the KZS, UCI, and this announcement. The organizer reserves the right to change this announcement in agreement with the panel of judges. All competitors ride at their own risk.

Registration

Application deadline: October 5, 2023.

How to register: via the application www.prijavim.se

For further information, please contact us at:

We look forward to your participation!

POGI TEAM – ROG Cycling Club

 

Sep 18, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

The Pogi Team shined at the Italian Orsago-Col Alt Races and the 24th MEMORIAL BRUNO ORIOLI

The excitement and passion of cycling came together again on Sunday when the young talents of the Pogi Team competed in the prestigious Italian races Orsago-Col Alt and 24° MEMORIAL BRUNO ORIOLI. The events brought interesting and exciting moments for the team, which proudly represented its colors with its achievements.

At the Orsago-Col Alt race, older juniors showed off their cycling skills. The route of this race included 11 flat laps, after which the cyclists had to face the challenge of a 10-kilometer climb to Col Alt. Gašper Klanjšček proved himself in the Pogi Team, winning an impressive third place. His success was the result of hard work and perseverance. Gašper Kokalj also deserves congratulations for his 11th place finish in this demanding race.

On the other hand, younger juniors participated in the 24° MEMORIAL BRUNO ORIOLI race, which was 80 kilometers long and included seven demanding laps. Unfortunately, the team was affected by punctures at the start of the race, which forced Ebner and Hamun to drop out. Nevertheless, the remaining team members kept their cool and controlled the situation in the race, staying in the lead.

The winner was decided in a spectacular group sprint. With just a few meters to go, Bastian Petrič seemed perfectly positioned to win, but a dangerous collision with another cyclist knocked him out of contention for the top spots. Nevertheless, the team could be proud of their achievements. Jakob Šlibar took fifth place, while Matic Vintar finished in eighth place.

The results of both races provided insight into the potential and efforts of the young cyclists of the Pogi Team. Despite obstacles on the road, they remained focused and fought until the very last meter, which is clear proof of their cycling talent and strong team spirit. A bright future lies ahead for this promising team, as they will continue to work hard and improve their performance in upcoming races.

Sep 17, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

Successful performance by Slovenian boys at the 14th TROFEO TRASPORTI CECCARELLI in Italy

Today, we witnessed an exceptional achievement by the young Slovenian cyclists of our POGI TEAM UAE GENERALI at the prestigious Italian race 14° TROFEO TRASPORTI CECCARELLI. 

In the boys' B and boys' A categories, our young talents proved themselves with their persistent and determined performance, which led to exceptional results.

In the boys' B category, Gal Klun did a great job representing Slovenia, finishing in an awesome 3rd place. Klun showed some serious fighting spirit and smart tactical riding on the tough course, which helped him make it to the podium and take third place. His outstanding achievement certainly promises a bright future for this talented young cyclist.

Urban Hvastja was not far behind, finishing in 10th place. His perseverance and strong character enabled him to rank among the best in a race where the competition was extremely strong. Hvastja has undoubtedly demonstrated his potential for further development and success in the world of cycling.

In the boys' A category, we were able to cheer on Miho Otoničar, who won a prestigious victory in this demanding race. Otoničar showed exceptional strength and skill in the final part of the race, overtaking all of his competitors. His winning performance is proof of his hard work and dedication to the sport. This victory is undoubtedly a great achievement for Otoničar and Slovenian cycling as a whole.

Jure Jovanovič took third place in the same category. Jovanovič's tactical driving and fighting spirit earned him a place on the podium. With this success, he showed that he can successfully compete with the competition at the international level.

The entire Slovenian team demonstrated their dedication and talent at the Italian race 14° TROFEO TRASPORTI CECCARELLI. Their results are certainly a source of pride for all of us and promise a bright future for Slovenian cycling. Sincere congratulations to all the participating boys and their coaches for their outstanding achievement in this race. Let's hope that we will continue to follow their successful development and performances in international races.

 

Sep 17, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

A successful cycling race is behind us: 12th Grand Prix of the Municipality of Vodice Lidl Cup 2023

On Saturday, September 16, 2023, the 12th Vodice Municipality Grand Prix Lidl Cup took place in the area of Pgd Šinkov Turn, Koseze – Mengeš, Šinkov Turn, Koseze – Skaručna. Cycling enthusiasts gathered to watch the competition, which offered extremely exciting moments and impressive achievements. The race, which took place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., served up numerous surprises and excellent performances by the best young Slovenian cyclists.

The cyclists of the Rog Cycling Club proved themselves with their exceptional results in this prestigious race. They competed in various categories, namely:

The POGI TEAM UAE GENERALI boys' team:

8th place BOYS C (U13) – Hvastija Ažbe
1st place BOYS B (U15/1) – Krajnc Franci
7th place BOYS B (U15/1) – Erjavec Matevž
8th place BOYS B (U15/1) – Čebulj Nejc
6th place BOYS A (U15/2) – Majnik Maks
1st place YOUNGER JUNIORS (U17) – Šlibar Jakob
2nd place YOUNGER JUNIORS (U17) – Petrič Bastian
4th place YOUNGER JUNIORS (U17) – Ebner Bor
8th place YOUNGER JUNIORS (U17) – Kuntarič Žibert Vanja
4th place OLDER JUNIORS (MJ) – Jenko Tine
5th place OLDER JUNIORS (MJ) – Skok Marcel
7th place OLDER JUNIORS (MJ) – Kokalj Gašper

BTC CITY LJUBLJANA SCOTT girls' team:

4th place GIRLS B (WU15/1) – Šetina Lara
1st place GIRLS A (WU15/2) – Mehle Lina
3rd place GIRLS A (WU15/2) – Bukovec Zara
2nd place YOUNGER JUNIORS (WU17) – Mehle Taja
1st place YOUNGER SENIOR YOUTH (WJ) – Hočevar Lucija

The complete results are available at the following link: https://prijavim.se/results/match/4919/12–vn-obcine-vodice-2023

We are proud of the exceptional achievements of our young cyclists, who have proven themselves through their talent, hard work, and dedication. Their results are the fruit of numerous training sessions and perseverance, and point to a promising future for Slovenian cycling.

We would also like to take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors who supported this cycling event. Without their contribution and support, it would not have been possible to organize such a successful race. Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to the success of the 12th Grand Prix of the Municipality of Vodice.

We are already looking forward to next year's cycling spectacle, when young talents will once again compete in a spirit of sportsmanship and enthusiasm, offering us new exciting races.

More pictures can be found at the link – https://prijavim.se/gallery/album/552/vn-vodice-2023/1/

Sep 9, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

12th LIDL CUP OF THE MUNICIPALITY OF VODICE – KOSEZE PRI VODICAH, 16 September 2023

Dear cycling enthusiasts,

We are pleased to present the 12th VODICE MUNICIPALITY CYCLING RACE – LIDL CUP, which will take place on Saturday, September 16, 2023. The event is organized by POGI TEAM – ROG Cycling Club in cooperation with the Municipality of Vodice.

Location: The competition will take place on a beautiful circular track in the vicinity of Kosez, Selo pri Vodicah, and Šinkov Turn. This is a great opportunity to compete in the Slovenian Cup and municipal championship races.

Race track: The 3,200-meter circular track will offer varied and challenging terrain for cyclists of all ages and experience levels.

Competitor categories: Competitors will be divided into different categories, including boys, girls, younger and older juniors, younger and older youth, and members.

Entry fee: Pre-registration costs €20 and can be paid on the day of the race or to the ADDIKO bank account: SI56 3300 0000 2426 446 (Kolesarsko Društvo ROG, Ulica gledališča BTC 10, 1000 Ljubljana). Registration on the day of the race is possible until 10 a.m., with an entry fee of €30.

Pick up your race numbers: You can pick up your race numbers at the start/finish area from 7:30 a.m. on the day of the race.

Awards: Winners in each category will receive beautiful trophies from 4MK, practical prizes for the top 10 in each category (boys, girls), and cash prizes in accordance with the rules of the Slovenian Cycling Federation for younger juniors and younger junior girls.

Registration: Registrations will be accepted until September 14, 2023, via the application www.prijavim.se.

Call for applications: Download the call for proposals (PDF)

Newsletter: Download newsletter (PDF)

General information: The race will be held in accordance with the technical regulations of the Slovenian Cycling Federation (KZS) and the UCI, as well as this announcement. All competitors ride at their own risk and undertake to comply with the instructions of the organizer, marshals, and judges.

Preschoolers and elementary school students:

We also invite you to participate in promotional races for preschoolers and elementary school children, which will take place on the same day. The competition will take place on a circular track with a length of 400 to 1000 meters, depending on the age category.

Registration for children: Registration is free of charge, but each child must fill out a registration form and pick up a start number from 9 a.m. onwards at the race office (in the fire station in Koseze).

For more information:

For more information, please contact us by email: info@kdrog.si or by phone: 051 666 707.

Join us at this wonderful cycling event, compete for prestigious prizes, and enjoy the wonderful cycling atmosphere!

Aug 25, 23
Bojan Varga Uncategorized

Thank you, Tadej Pogačar, for all the smiles you brought to the faces of our youngest fans!

“Pogi is an extremely inspiring and exemplary role model for young cyclists who want to achieve top results in the world of cycling.”

Yesterday, Tadej Pogačaronce again demonstrated his loyalty and support for Slovenian cycling talent by surprising our young cyclists at the training ground. He continues this tradition every year, which is a testament to his passionate dedication to the development of the cycling community in Slovenia.

His presence at the event was invaluable for our youngest participants, as his advice, experience, and smile created an unforgettable experience. Tadej Pogačar is undoubtedly a role model who inspires with his perseverance, hard work, and professional approach to sport.

Video: Matic Božič

Thank you, Tadej, for your dedication and for all the smiles you brought to the faces of our young cyclists. Your presence at the training ground is a real source of motivation and encouragement, which will inspire young people to achieve their dreams in the world of cycling.

Photo: Alen Miklavec

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