An open 10-mile time trial hosted by Ellan Vannin CC/Appleby marks the official start to the local road cycling season this Sunday.

The event is based on the current Ramsey course, starting at the Mountain View Media Centre, Jurby Road, on the outskirts of Ramsey, which also doubles as HQ.

Signing on is from 9 to 9.30am and the event starts at 10am.

Entry is solely through the TLI website and entries close at midnight tonight (Thursday). Please note, rear lights are compulsory. A timing chip cradle is required which, if needed, will be on sale for £3 at sign on.

Manx Viking Wheelers is hosting a signing on and pre-season social tonight (Thursday) at Kurries & Steaks (bottom of Summer Hill Road). Phone Andy Brooks on 456775 for more details.

Matthew Bostock has been included in Great Britain’s team which will tackle the UCI Track Cycling World Championships in Hong Kong next month.

The Glen Vine teenager is amongst a group of 20 riders which will represent GB in the prestigious event in Asia which takes place between April 12-16.