Register for Next Gen Olympic Omnium Saturday 11th April
https://eventmaster.ie/event/02AwFzqsA1
Entry Closes Wed 08th April at 20.00
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Event Format
NextGen Youth Omnium 2026 will use a four-discipline omnium format. Each rider will contest the following events within their age category:
1. Scratch Race – Mass start race. First rider across the line wins.
2. Tempo Race – After the first lap, 1 point is awarded to the 1st rider across the line each lap. If riders are tied on points, the position across the line in the final lap will result in their finishing position.
3. Elimination Race – The last rider across the line every lap is removed until one rider remains.
4. Points Race – Sprint points are awarded throughout the race, with double points on the last lap, a rider(s) who laps the main bunch is awarded 20 points. Final points decides the omnium standings.
Boys and girls will race together within each category.
Indicative Race Distances
Final lap counts may be adjusted once entry numbers are confirmed. The following structure should be used as the working guide:
| Category | Scratch | Tempo | Elimination | Points |
| C | 5 laps | 6 laps | Standard format | 8 laps (Sprint every 2) |
| B | 10 laps | 12 laps | Standard format | 15 laps (Sprint every 3) |
| A | 15 laps | 18 laps | Standard format | 20 laps (Sprint every 4) |
The age and ability will be a combined factor to the group the athlete races in. If its the first race for the athlete and has no previous experience racing on the track, they will start in their respected age category. They can then be moved up or down a category. This is to try keep the racing fair and enjoyable.
Indicative Schedule
| Time | Activity |
| 09:30 – 10:05 | Sign-on, license check and hire bike collection |
| 10:05 – 10:10 | Rider briefing and controlled warm-up |
| 10:15 | Racing begins A,B,C |
| 12:30 | Lunch break and updated standings |
| 13:00 | Racing Resumes post lunch |
| 15:30 | Final points races and results check |
| 15:45 – 16:00 | Podium presentation and closing remarks |
To keep the event on schedule, riders for the next race must be in the holding area and ready while the preceding race is in its final 2 laps. As Sundrive is an outdoor velodrome, the schedule may be adjusted on the day to respond to weather conditions or safety requirements.
Omnium Scoring
The event will use an omnium points system based on finishing positions across the four races. The first three races award placement points, and the final points race decides the overall standings with sprint points and lap gains added to the total.
- For the first three events, riders score based on finishing place in their race. A recommended scale is 40 points for 1st, 38 for 2nd, 36 for 3rd, then continuing downward by 2 points per placing.
| Placing | Points |
| 1st | 40 |
| 2nd | 38 |
| 3rd | 36 |
| 4th | 34 |
| 5th | 32 |
| 6th | 30 |
| 7th | 28 |
| 8th | 26 |
| 9th | 24 |
| 10th | 22 |
| 11th | 20 |
| 12th | 18 |
| 13th | 16 |
| 14th | 14 |
| 15th | 12 |
| 16th | 10 |
| 17th | 8 |
| 18th | 6 |
| 19th | 4 |
| 20th | 2 |
| 21st | 1 |
| 22nd | 1 |
- In the final points race, riders score sprint points on designated sprint laps. These points are added directly to their running omnium total.
- Any rider who gains a lap on the field in the points race is awarded 20 points to their total.
- Should a rider lose a lap they will be deducted 20 points from their total.
- The rider with the highest cumulative total at the end of the points race is the overall winner in that category.
- If riders are tied on total points, the tie is broken by their finishing position in the final points race.
- Double points are awarded on the final lap.
| Placing | Points race Sprint |
| 1st | 5 |
| 2nd | 3 |
| 3rd | 2 |
| 4th | 1 |
Podium and Recognition
- Podium for the top 3 overall riders in each category (A,B,C).
- Recognition for top performances by boys and girls where applicable.
- All riders should receive a positive participation experience.
Rider Safety
- Safety is the top priority throughout the day. All riders must ride with due care during warm-up, racing and cool-down.
- Riders must always look over their shoulder before moving up or down the track.
- Anyone crossing the track must do so only when directed by an official or marshal, and only in the designated crossing area.
- Riders deemed to be riding dangerously or without regard for others may be removed from the event, judged by the commissaire.
- A first-aider and event officials will be on site. In the event of an incident, riders must follow commissaire instructions immediately.
- If racing is neutralised or stopped, riders must hold position, listen for instructions and not re-start until directed.
Rider Requirements
- All riders must wear an approved helmet whenever on the track.
- Riders must wear their Cycling Ireland race number on the left side, positioned so it is visible when in race position.
- Any riders without a number may be issued a temporary event number on the day.
- Track bikes must comply with youth gear restrictions and standard track safety checks.
- No deep-section rims beyond the permitted limit should be used for youth competition.
Gear Restrictions and Equipment Limits. (T4. A1. 1.1 & T4. A1 3.b.)
| Category by age or ability | Maximum Gear |
| A | 6.94m (52×16 or equivalent) |
| B | 6.67m (50×16 or equivalent) |
| C | U14 gear limit applies |
N.B. Wheel rim depth should not exceed 35mm under current Cycling Ireland youth track rules.