Author Archives: Rich Cooper

Snapped on Friday in central London – looks like a certain esteemed member of the Willesden CC is out campaigning on his battle-bike. Would that be a vote for the “green” party? Miles Back

I took part in the Thames Velo Road Race on Sunday on the Great Milton Circuit. The race was quite steady and the course was quite wet from the rain the previous nights rain. I was quite settled in the … Continue reading →

Ian Why gives us a sneak preview of what is shortly going to appear at the Hillingdon circuit!!

John Williams and Richard Jerome both rode the E/1/2/3 race and Lance Woodman rode the 4th cat race. The E/1/2/3 was very fast with an average speed nearing 28mph, one of the laps was an average of 32mph! The strong … Continue reading →

I went to Herne Hill on Sunday. I like Herne Hill – it has a serenity about it, off the track anyway. On the track it was a different matter. There was a Women’s Omnium event, as well as A … Continue reading →

UPDATE – Pictures available here On Saturday, Willesden’s finest road racers took part in the Westerley CC crit held at Hillingdon circuit. John Williams, Rich Cooper, Tom London, Peter Dixon and Richard Jerome were all present and with such a … Continue reading →

I found this Times article to be a fascinating insight into his motivation and the factors that drive him. See http://is.gd/bxSCX John Davies19 Apr 2010

We are sorry to report that Neville Chanin was found dead on Friday 16 April, in a B&B in Winchester, where he was on his way home from a cycling trip abroad. Here is one of Neville’s many photos, taken … Continue reading →

Over the next 10 days the Willesden is organising an impressive array of events. It all kicks off this Saturday…. Sat 17 Apr 2010 Track training – Free to WCC membersOrganised by our track supremo Tony Woodford Sun 18 Apr … Continue reading →

The Willesden road team will be out in force on Saturday to ride the Westerley CC spring criterium at Hillingdon circuit. Confirmed so far are – Tom LondonJohn WilliamsRich CooperPete DixonRichard JeromeChris (Jumbo) James Rumour has it that they are … Continue reading →

With Richard Jerome still suffering from a cold and Rich Cooper at a Spice girls gig, this left John Williams to fly the Willesden flag. Report from John….. Not exactly a glorious start to the season but enjoyable(ish) none the … Continue reading →

Thursday evening performance training resumes at Hillingdon Circuit from this Thursday 15th April 2010 Open for warming up from 6.00 PM – training session starts at 6:30 PM Hillingdon Cycle Circuit, Minet Park, Springfield Road, Hayes, Middlesex, UB4 0LF Suitable … Continue reading →