Reading Time: 3 minutesToday was my first ride this Year in a top class field as this event is traditionally the most difficult one to get into because of the fast course on the A50 at Etwall. True to form all 80 entrants had faster last 3 season times than a 1:54 and nearly as many entries were […]
Warrington Road Club TTT – J2/9
Reading Time: 2 minutesChris Gilbertson, Jim Williams, Jo Blakeley and Jim Duffy all took part in the WRC 4 up last night, the target was to secure win the fastest team with a Lady. Conditions were perfect. Five teams were eligible, we were off 2nd at 6:48 behind Knutsford Tri, it was the first time we had actually […]
Oulton Park Series, Event No 3 Results
Reading Time: 2 minutesWell the weather gods smiled on us again tonight, and although it wasn’t a scorcher, at least it stayed dry…. Alan Forrester was a clear winner of the Dave Astles Memorial Trophy.. and a worthy winner he was too, he had two wins and a second over the series. I hope he enters next year […]
The real long run
Reading Time: 2 minutesWell Kev and I opted for the “shorter long run”, but as ours was run by a real WVCC rider in proper kit, whilst the other long run was run by some imposter in Dulwich Paragon kit (he needs to speak to the WVCC kit secretary), we considered ours was the real long run. Jules […]
Referendum for a new club run. I’m in…
Reading Time: 2 minutesEmailed Derek a couple of nights ago to see if he was out on Sunday, eager to hear his stories of his epic 600K Audax. He replied, and as Tilley’s in Bunbury was on the calendar, he suggested a route. ‘Approx 50 from Hartford odd bump.’ he said. ‘I like it!’ I replied, looking at the […]
Are we the long long club run?
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA good turn out this morning, A short run to Tilly’s in Bunbury, navigated by Derek H, and a long run to Prees.. after the usual general socialising the long run set off first.. as we topped Burrows hill, Jules looked back and said “oh Gosh, there’s quite a few takers” [or something to that […]
Club 50 mile Champs – 18th June 2016
Reading Time: 3 minutes Today was the M&DTTA 50 mile champs incorporating the WVCC club champs. A large field of 105 riders was on the start list and WVCC had 5 entrants. First off was yours truly feeling OK but a little worried after spending 25 hours on planes this week flying to San Francisco on Monday and […]
WVCC Club 10s – Guardian Cup Round 5 – 1
Reading Time: 2 minutesThe weather has been pretty unpredictable in terms of when the rain is going to come down, so I didn’t expect a large turnout this evening. Clearly, there are many eyes on the Cup this year, as we had a total of 25 (19 club) riders turn up to take their chances. Fortunately, as with […]
Oulton Park Race Series – Event 2
Reading Time: < 1 minuteWell the rain held off for the races, despite it being a bit ‘monsoony’ an hour or so before.. here are the results for week 2 The Dave Astles Trophy Standings. Taster Race Juniors Race Ladies Race Over 60s-70s, Over 70s [E&F, G&H] Over 50s- Under 60s [C&D] Over 40s, Under 50s [A&B] Over 18s, […]
M&DTTA June Newsletter
Reading Time: < 1 minutePlease find attached the latest newsletter from the M&DTTA at the link below. M&DTTA June 2016 Newsletter
Ferry across the Mersey ride – Wednesday
Reading Time: < 1 minuteHi – yes its summer, so its time for the Ferry across the Mersey ride. This is a reminder post just in case you’ve forgotten to book the day of work – or for those who don’t look at the calendar! I’ve moved to an earlier date to avoid the school holidays and it will be on […]
Pedal Powering along…
Reading Time: 2 minutesNo club runs today, but we did have a stand at Pedal Power this year again. A day of showers and not showers looked like it didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of the many sportive participants and the other stallholders, with all sorts of food, drink and stuff on display and for sale. Starley Bikes had […]