Author Archives: Miles Back

Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 6

Posted on 24/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

For all us Wendy fans I’m afraid the game is up. I spoke to Vyv earlier this evening who confirmed that Wendy had climbed off between Carhaix and Loudeac. The time she lost as a result of her being struck … Continue reading →

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Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 5

Posted on 24/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

Martin Lucas completed the Paris-Brest this morning at 2:46am – I hope they let him into his hotel room at that hour! Well done Martin. Wendy may be taking some much needed sleep at Carhaix as she has not reported … Continue reading →

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Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 4

Posted on 23/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

Jim Mears has called me to say that Wendy has had a bit of a spill on her way to Brest. A rider overtook her far too closely, clipped her arm and knocked her off. She has hurt her knee … Continue reading →

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Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 3

Posted on 23/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

Just a brief update – I had a txt from Vyv at 5:00am this morning saying that all our riders had left the Willesden camp at Loudeac and that the support team were now trying to get some sleep. Mike … Continue reading →

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Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 2

Posted on 22/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

Final update for today (it takes ages!). The big news is that Martin Lucas has reached the turn in Brest in a shade under 26 hours. That’s an average of 23.8 km/h for the 618km including all stops. Chapeau Martin. … Continue reading →

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Paris-Brest 2011 – Bulletin 1

Posted on 22/Aug/2011 by Miles Back

Every four years (even) more madness takes over the Willesden CC as Paris-Brest fever rapidly spreads. A highly contagious condition that has affected some members six or seven times. Yesterday the 17th Paris-Brest started with 22 Willesden riders on the … Continue reading →

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Mike-the-Bike has some “down time”

Posted on 21/Jun/2011 by Miles Back

Michael-the-cycle proving he is a man for all seasons, including late winter in June. Marianne snapped the tumbling Mr Ellison on last week’s50km Chiltern off road ride organised by Brian Moon.

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Tonight at Hillingdon!!

Posted on 14/Jun/2011 by Miles Back

Ray Kelly reminds us that it is the Willesden CC’s turn to host racing at Hillingdon tonight. So he would like to see a good turnout of WCC marshals and riders to support this event. Racing starts at 7:00pm with … Continue reading →

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Karl Hrouda

Posted on 08/Jun/2011 by Miles Back

Accomplished Audaxer and Randonneur Karl Hrouda passed away over the weekend. Karl completed numerous PBP’s, his last in 2003 at the age of 76 and with one or more broken ribs! His funeral will be at 2pm Thursday 9th June … Continue reading →

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Urgent – Willesden CC Audax 600km – Support required

Posted on 23/May/2011 by Miles Back

URGENT HELP NEEDED on the Beast from the East 600K Audax event. 2 x volunteers are needed from the afternoon of Saturday 29 May 2011 through to the next day, Sunday 30 May to help setup an outdoor kitchen to … Continue reading →

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Japan Earthquake

Posted on 13/Mar/2011 by Miles Back

The membership of the Willesden cycling club extends beyond West London and we have members with connections with Japan. I am pleased to say that Vyvien Baker has heard from Akiko Kawachi who lives in Tokyo. Akiko is fine and … Continue reading →

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Today’s Club Run

Posted on 06/Mar/2011 by Miles Back

The Club Captain’s wheel was hard to follow today ……. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F2qcYjJrZVc

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John Brooking

Posted on 05/Mar/2011 by Miles Back

Mark’s father, John Brooking, passed away in February 2011 Willesden Audax riders will remember John for all the support he provided on the Paris-Brest-Paris for many years. He was an essential part of the event and he had a vast … Continue reading →

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2011 – Member’s Subs

Posted on 26/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

IMPORTANT Gladys Joy Purdy would like to remind all members that your 2011 subs are due by the end of January 2011 to avoid the £2.00 late payment levy. If you wish to contact Gladys her address is purdyandpurdy@aol.com .

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Dinner and Dance – Club Trophy Winners

Posted on 24/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

Jimmy Love congratulates Brian Wright on receiving the National Coach of the Year award for 2010. Jimmy explained that this was a real accolade as it was awarded to the person judged to be the best UK coach across all … Continue reading →

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Dinner and Dance – Thank you for your support

Posted on 24/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

Hi everyone, Thank you all for coming to the Willesden Dinner on Saturday night and making it a great evening, we enjoyed it and hope that you all did too. Thank you for supporting the Club and its events. Jim … Continue reading →

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Red Bull Minidrome

Posted on 16/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

A female Willesden trackie at this weekend’s Red Bull Minidrome. I wonder who on earth it could be? Miles Back16 Jan 11

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Tuesday Turbo Torture – Starts 11-01-11

Posted on 08/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

Right you lot, listen up!! My devilish, lung-busting, leg-sapping, heart-thumping, heat-searing Tuesday night Turbo Torture sessions are back. This is the real thing – accept no substitutes. You all had enough sitting around on the sofa for the last month … Continue reading →

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Dinner and Dance – Menu Update

Posted on 06/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

StarterVegetable Soup MainPork Loin Medallions slow roasted with Bramley Apples and West Country Cider served with Cauliflower Florets, Baby Carrots , Mangetout, and Dauphinoise Potatoes Vegetarian Option: Borlotti Bean MoussakaDessertApple CrumbleJam SpongeFruit Salad It is imperative that we know your … Continue reading →

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Cycling Film Show 30 Jan 2011

Posted on 06/Jan/2011 by Miles Back

The annual Hammersmith Cyclists Film Show is at the Riverside Studios in West London on Sunday, January 30, 2011. I have been in previous years and have enjoyed a wide array of cycling films. This year’s selection is topped by … Continue reading →

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