Cotswolds 16 April 2016: Shades of the Donner party

Posted on 25/Apr/2016 by Tom

Jane Moore: I went to Cirencester with a former Chelmer club mate, Chris Regan, to get in a long ride on the usually benign Heart of England 300. Unusually I was on two wheels. It would have been my fourth outing on this event but nothing prepared us for what followed…..

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Gill rides a TT in the snow

Posted on 25/Apr/2016 by Tom

Gill Reynolds rode in the Westerley C.C. 10 mile event at Marlow yesterday . It was bitterly cold and snowing when she started . Nevertheless she returned in 26 mins 11seconds gaining 3rd fastest lady and 4th Vets places.

 

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Jayne on the Podium at Lee Valley

Posted on 25/Apr/2016 by Tom

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Jayne Paine: I got a 2nd place in the CC Hackney Primavera E1234 race at Lee Valley Circuit Saturday, beaten on the line by Maddie Gammon.

Funny race – terribly slow. Only me and Detta Guerrini having an attack or keeping the pace up. Lazy lot. I attacked and then there was a wee crash behind me which I took full advantage of 🙂 . I was out on my own for 4 laps with 2 to go (nasty cold wind). I eased up when I saw the bunch catching. I did another half lap with a girl who had been chasing, then as the bunch shot past us, with surprising speed I jumped in with them. Should have gone to Specsavers – the girls were actually men so I swung out milliseconds later. Continue reading →

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Club Track Champs 2016

Posted on 25/Apr/2016 by Tony Woodford

The Club Track Champs 2016 are on Saturday 3rd September 2pm to 4pm at Welwyn. All are welcome you can hire track bikes or bring your own. All ages can take part but you must have ridden the track before.

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Willesden Bidon: We want your design ideas!

Posted on 21/Apr/2016 by Tom

I have spoken to Ray and he is happy there is enough interest to get some Willesden bidons made up.  Now we need a design so get your crayons out!

We will be going with the Specialized Purist 22oz bottle with MoFlo cap which comes in a range of colours and cap options which I have included below. Continue reading →

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New ‘Bovingdon Bomber’ Cycle Circuit

Posted on 21/Apr/2016 by Tom

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The Hemel Hempstead Cycling Club are pleased to announce the ‘Bovingdon Bomber’ Cycle Circuit! Courtesy of Drift Limits, Hemel now have the use of a new 1km traffic-free circuit for criterium racing and training events at Bovingdon Airfield, Hertfordshire. Continue reading →

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Pierce tests new 1x gearing at Tameside

Posted on 21/Apr/2016 by Tom

Alex Pierce: I raced at Tameside circuit yesterday evening in the 2/3/4.

Was a little surprised at how hard I was finding the race and my power data was way higher than it usually is in the e/1/2. I just couldn’t seem to move up in the sprint and ended up in 11th place. However afterwards it was pointed out to me that everyone was having a laugh at me as I somehow hadn’t realised that I had ridden in the little ring the whole race.

Taking spin-to-win to a whole new level. Hopefully some better results in the next few weeks!

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Blinder at Hillingdon – two top 10s

Posted on 21/Apr/2016 by Tom

Tony Lusardi’s Race Update: BCWT 3 at Hillingdon 19 April we had the Squadra Verde grab some excellent results, the team rode very strong throughout the race, two riders broke away and just kept it until the line when the bunch sprint came charging in, Darryl Lusardi’s powerful sprint got him 3rd, Sam Grant rode a blinder earning him his best ever result 10th followed a little later by new team member Andy Taylor. Well done guys, really proud! 👍🏻

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Cormac’s #WATTAGEBAZOOKA on GCN

Posted on 20/Apr/2016 by Tom

Cormac Nisbet not only smashed it up PB on Sa Calobra while in Majorca last week it was featured on yesterday’s GCN Show. Nice work Maccy!

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Audax “10 Bridges” and “Kaf to Kaf”

Posted on 19/Apr/2016 by Miles Back

WCC   Audax   Day 

Sunday 15th May 2016

Anne Mograby is organising these two special Audax rides, catering for all tastes and fitnesses. They are –

“10 Bridges” 100km Audax
9:00 am start from Jenners Cafe, Maidenhead
Featuring, one ride, two cafes, one river and TEN (yes, count them) Thames bridges

Many of you may know this ride, which was previously organised by Mick Hill and John Tipping. It was last run by Ian Oliver who has revamped the route sheets.

It really does show the best of the river Thames. Starting at Jenner’s cafe there are a few ups to Marlow, then to Hambleden, Henley and Sonning. The ride goes through some pretty villages before half way stop at Dinton Pastures. The second half of the ride takes towards Ascot and through the Great Park. On the home strait back to Maidenhead you visit Datchet, Eton and the Fat Duck in Bray.

*** Enter on-line here ***

“Kaf to Kaf” 62km Audax 
10:00 am from Jenners Cafe, Maidenhead
Featuring one ride, two cafes and an extra hour in bed.

If you fancy doing something a bit shorter then the 62km Kaf to Kaf is the one for you. Many of you may know this ride, previously organised by Mick Hill and John Tipping and last run by Ian Oliver who has revamped the route.

Starting at Jenner’s cafe then it is up to Pinkneys Green. The ride goes through some pretty villages before half way stop at Dinton Pastures. The second half of the ride takes towards Ascot and back to Maidenhead via Fifield and Bray.

*** Enter on-line here ***

 

I am happy to take entries on the day. It is a cheap day out at only £4 to Audax/ CTC members.

Anne

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New club record on Amersham road

Posted on 19/Apr/2016 by Tom

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Josh Copley rode in the West London Combine event on the Amersham rode . This was his first ride at 25 miles and he took the Junior club record with time of 1.00.13

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Another New Club Record! – Results round up

Posted on 12/Apr/2016 by Tom

Stuart Birnie broke the club’s 25-mile record on Saturday. He rode in the Lea Valley CC event and recorded a time of 50:02. The previous record of 50:37 was set by Meurig James in 2009.

Karen Pardoe took the 1st lady award in the 45 to 49 category in the recent Bedford Autodrome Duathlon finishing in 66 mins 28 secs.

Gill Reynolds was very unlucky in her choice of events. One was cancelled because of Roadworks and the other because of flooding.

All for now
Gladys

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Would you like a Willesden CC Bidon?

Posted on 05/Apr/2016 by Tom

Would you be interested in custom Willesden bidon? (more info here)

There is a minimum order so there needs to be a reasonable amount of interest. If you would want one, or two please choose which models you would prefer in the Facebook poll in the link below. (you can choose more than one)

Cast a vote

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Lusardi Solos to 4th at Hillingdon after Grant softens the bunch

Posted on 04/Apr/2016 by Tom

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Tony Lusardi: Good result for Willesden CC today, Darryl Lusardi made a solo break with 6 laps to go and managed to keep away from the main bunch for 4th place. Sam Grant made a great effort earlier in the race and made a breakaway with another rider but was sadly reeled in, both guys rode fantastic today, Willesden looked strong, challenging the group constantly thoughout the race.

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Battle Mountain: the Graeme Obree Story ​with a live Q&A with Obree

Posted on 31/Mar/2016 by Miles Back

See http://obree.com/obree-news/337-battle-mountain-graeme-obree-s-story.html

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You may remember we had a Willesden CC afternoon out at the at the wonderful Lexi Cinema in Willesden to watch a film about the life of Marco Pantani.

Well, the Lexi have very thoughtfully contacted me to give me the heads up that Graeme OBree will be there in person this weekend to host a Q&A session after his film “Battle Mountain:  the Graeme Obree Story”. The Q&A will be chaired by the BBC’s Countryfile presenter, Charlotte Smith.  And they are bringing along “The Beastie”, which is the bike Graeme used in his speed attempts.

The screening is on Sunday, 3 April, at 5:45. The Lexi is a superb little cinema of about 50 seats based in Kensal Rise, which is right in the heart of Willesden. The cinema is run as a charity donating 100% of its profits to charity and is staffed by local volunteers. It also has a very well stocked bar too, so it couldn’t be better.

Nearest tube station is Kensal Green (Bakerloo and Overground lines) and Kensal Rise (Overground line). There is Bus stop right outsie the cinema for routes 187, 52, 6 and 302. Free parking available in nearby streets too.

There is more info/booking link here:  https://thelexicinema.co.uk/film/battle-mountain

John Davies

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This Friday: Training at Hillingdon

Posted on 29/Mar/2016 by Tom

Friday training is back at 5:30pm this week! Ray Kelly will be once again be running training sessions at Hillingdon Circuit.

Everyone is welcome to join in.

Adults £3 – Youths £1
Refreshments Available
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Wednesday Training rides start tomorrow night

Posted on 29/Mar/2016 by Tom

Our wednesday evening rides are going to start this week with the Cycle Right gang. Bring lights, meet outside Cycle Right (89 Joel Street) in Northwood Hills at 6pm!

Chris Kelly

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Monthly Club Meeting Friday 1 April

Posted on 28/Mar/2016 by Wendy Mears

The club monthly meeting will commence at 8.00 p.m in the Club House of Hillingdon Cycle Circuit, Minet Park on Friday 1 April.   Club officers who are unable to attend please send me your apologies and a report if you have one.  

Plus, Friday night training returns starting at 5.30 p.m. onwards led by Ray Kelly.

See you there – Wendy Mears  

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Fun Day 2016

Posted on 25/Mar/2016 by Tony Woodford

The Willesden Fun day this year is on Sunday 3rd July at Hillingdon Circuit. Arrive at 1.30 for a 2.00 start races for all the family and bring along a picnic.

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April 10th WLC 25 Mile time trial – Now open for entries

Posted on 24/Mar/2016 by mickpaddington

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I am now taking entries from Willesden members for the above Time trial event.This will be held on the usual Amersham Road course A413, with the HQ at Gt Missenden. Please let me know if you wish to enter along with your PB for a 25.

Regards

Mick Paddington. Willesden CC TT Sec

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