Velodrome Session Video and Photos

Posted on 24/Feb/2015 by Tom

On Saturday the velodrome was full of Willesden green once again. Evidence provided by Kulvinder, Ian and Derek
Thanks to Tony Woodford for organising and John / Vyv for helping out.

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Mountain Biking In Italy

Posted on 23/Feb/2015 by Miles Back
Hi Ray,
Sorry I didn’t get back to you about meeting up on a bike somewhere. I’ve had a few issues with my back, hip and knee – apprently due to sitting down at a desk too much! I’m confined at the moment to the turbo and swimming.
Anyway, I thought I’d send you this link about mountain biking in Piemonte. When I had my house there (sold in 2011, unfortunately), Guiseppe Rossi – one of the organisers for this MTB project – was my next door neighbour. He and his family were extremely pleasant and friendly neighbours to have and Guiseppe is a very keen and committed cyclist and cycling organiser. He has run numerous cycle training courses for children and young people over a number of years and for awhile had a purpose-built MTB course on the hill next to his house.
Would Willesden be happy to place a link on the website for ‘Cycling and Hiking In Piemonte’? I can highly recommend both the area (Province of Asti, near Acqui Terme) for its cycling terrain (perfect for both MTB and road) and the expertise and skill of Guiseppe and his colleagues. In addition to this, Piemonte is famed for its cuisine and wines and there are numerous excellent restaurants and vineyards close to where Guiseppe lives.
There are plenty of places to stay nearby, whether at small hotels or ‘Agriturismos’ – usually wine producers who also have accommodation.
Access is good too, with airports at Milan, Turin and Genoa 1.5 to 2 hours drive away.
Let me know if you need any more information.
Cheers,
Dan
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Velodrome Session Saturday 21st February

Posted on 17/Feb/2015 by Tony Woodford

Find attached list of riders and the groups you are in. Also programme for the day.

Please arrive in good time we are on the track from 13.00 to 15.00.

We will be allowed in the track centre 30 mins before our start time.

Cost is £12.00 for senior club members. £5.00 for 18s and under and £15.00 for Guest riders.

You can hire bikes at the velodrome this is nothing to do with the club.

Please make sure you have cycling kit track mitts and a helmet without a visor.

Stratford 2015          time table velopark 2015

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WCC Reliabilty 2015

Posted on 15/Feb/2015 by ronpurdy

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What a smashing year 2014 was!

Posted on 15/Feb/2015 by Tom

Many of you will have seen this on the big screen at the dinner but I thought I would put it online for everyone to see all the great stuff we have been up to in 2014.

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Track Results from Stratford 12th Feb

Posted on 13/Feb/2015 by Tony Woodford
Another good night for the Willesden at the Olympic  velodrome  last Thursday.  The team of Marianne Harding, Jayne Paine, Tom Zittel , Alex Pierce and Connor Woodford achieved some great results. Jayne come 2nd in the points race, 3rd in the elimination race, 4th in the 40 lap scratch and 5th in the 30 lap. Tom showed a return to the form he had last year coming 3rd in the elimination and 5th in the 30 lap. Connor once more in top form came 1st in the 30 lap, 2nd in the elimination, 3rd in the points race and 5th in the 40 lap scratch. Connor leads the track league with 2 meetings to go
and Jayne is equal 2nd in the ladies league
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Séan’s photos from the Dinner

Posted on 13/Feb/2015 by Tom

Séan Bannister was kind enough to send over a few more great photos from this year’s annual dinner!

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Reminder: Pub Run, Thurs 19 February

Posted on 13/Feb/2015 by Char Lee

Hi folks

A friendly reminder that our Pub Run will be next Thursday, 19 February. Hope to see you there! Full details below.

🙂

CZ x

Event: Pub Run
Date: Thurs 19 Feberuary 2015
Time: 8:00pm onwards
Venue: Coach and Horses Pub, 1 High Road, Ickenham, Middlesex UB10 8LJ
Enquiries: social@willesdencyclingclub.org.uk

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Tomorrow: Willesden Track Team at Lee Valley

Posted on 11/Feb/2015 by Tom

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Tomorrow night we have a large team racing at Lee Valley Velodrome. A great opportunity to support the green jersey and watch some exciting racing!

Everything kicks off at 7pm with the 30 lap scratch followed by a packed program of 11 events.

Connor Woodford is leading the Men’s C league at the moment with Alex Pierce 21st overall and Gildas Braine 31st.

Jayne Paine currently sits in 3rd overall for the women. Only a few points separate her from 2nd place, Keira McVitty, so there will be plenty to watch! (full standings here)

The Velodrome can be easily reached by tube (Stratford Station) or if you are driving there is a free car park just outside.

Up the Willesden!

Event: Lee Valley Track League
Date: Thursday 12 February
Time: 7:00pm start
Venue: Lee Valley Velodrome
Entry: £2.50

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2015 Time Trial Season starts here !

Posted on 11/Feb/2015 by mickpaddington

Hello everyone and welcome to the 2015 time trial season !

One bit of news for this year, we have raised the fee for entries to £5 per race. Remember once you enter, whether you race on the day or not, you will still need to pay. If whatever reason you enter and can’t compete, as long as you give me enough notice and I can get you withdrawn from the start sheet you won’t need to pay. Basically if your name is on the start sheet, you pay.

Has it only be 4 months since our last event of 2014? Time has flown by and I am hoping you’ve all been on those turbo trainers and braving the weather to put in the miles.

Entries are now being taken for the first event of the season , which as usual is held on the Maidenhead thicket course on March 1st . It could be raining, it could be snowing and windy. But as all of you who have competed the last few years, it is rarely warm and probably at least two of the conditions I mentioned.
If you could let me have you entry by February 20th along with your personal best for a 10 mile time trial and I can get you on the start sheet.

Regards

Mick Paddington
Willesden CC Time Trial Sec

Email me to enter

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Under 18’s section on the website

Posted on 04/Feb/2015 by Alex Pierce

I have recently updated the Under 18’s section on the website. There is some important information for Under 18 riders along with a brief description of the clubs development programme and under 23 racing team.

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2015 Time trial dates now on the website

Posted on 04/Feb/2015 by mickpaddington

This years West London Combine dates are confirmed and on the website. http://www.willesdencyclingclub.co.uk/calendar/west-london-combine/ Willesden will be the organising club for the April 26th event. Entries will open soon for the first event on March 1st

Mick Paddington – Willesden TT Secretary

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List of Riders for Willesden session at Stratford 21st February 2015

Posted on 03/Feb/2015 by Tony Woodford

List of riders for Stratford on 21st February 2015. Please let me know ASAP if you can not attend or you think you should be on the list.

Hannah Keating, Sean Bannister, Connor Woodford, Ray Kelly, Graham Simpson,

Jayne Paine, Kye Lewis, Roger Woodford, Darryl Lusardi, Alex Pierce, Gildas Braine,

Ryan Finestone, Rod Woodford, Richard Jorome, Adam Huddle, John Williams,

Sam Grant, Halil Mehmed, Derek Hewins, Stuart Hewins, John Wheatley, Tom Zittel

Josh Copley, Marcus Jackson-Baker, Simon Wicks, Marianne Harding, Ray George,

Danny Simpson, Natasha Hambleton-Grey, Vincent Hambleton-Grey, Maurice Hewins,

 

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Isle of Wight Randonnee

Posted on 03/Feb/2015 by Miles Back

IoW Randonnee 2015

The 2015 Isle of Wight Randonnee will be held on Sunday 3rd May 2015. As is now the custom it will be run in a clockwise direction and there is a choice of two rides. The 100km route involves a complete circumnavigation of the Isle, while the 55km rides takes in the NW quarter of the island with an excursion inland to Newport.

The event starts at 9am from any of the control points and this year entrants will be limited to 2,000 places only.  To register online asap please go to http://www.cycleisland.co.uk/index.php…

Please note

The IoW Randonnee clashes with the Condor Cycles 3-day Stage race, where the Willesden CC will be organising the second stage (Sunday 3rd May 15) at Hillingdon, so volunteers will be much needed here.

Miles B.

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Results from Stratford Velodrome 29/1/15

Posted on 02/Feb/2015 by Tony Woodford
3 riders at Stratford Velodrome last Thursday 29th January.  Jayne Paine and Connor Woodford together with Tom Zittel  riding his first races on the indoor track. Tom rode very well attacking in a lot of the races and finishing well up in a big field of riders. Jayne started slowly but got better as the evening went on with 5th in the points race 3rd in the elimination and 3rd in the 40 lap scratch. Jayne is now 3rd in the overall standing for female riders. Connor was on great form winning both the 30 lap scratch and the Elimination race.  He came second in the points race and the 40 lap scratch. He now leads the senior intermediate track league although still only 16.
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Monthly Meeting on Friday 6 February

Posted on 01/Feb/2015 by Wendy Mears

Monthly meeting to be held in the Club House of Hillingdon Cycle Circuit, Minet Park this Friday 6th February at 8.00 p.m. after turbo training.  See you there.

 

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Willesden kit back in stock

Posted on 30/Jan/2015 by Tom

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You have asked and Raymond provides!
Willesden kit now in stock

Short sleeve jerseys £43
Bibshorts £51
Gilets £46
Skinsuits £83
Half price for the youths

Get yours from Ray or pop into Pro Music International on a weekday and speak to Tom.

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Fun Day 2015

Posted on 28/Jan/2015 by Tony Woodford

The Fun day this year is on Saturday 11th July at Hillingdon start time 1.30.

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Willesden riders at Stratford 29th Jan

Posted on 28/Jan/2015 by Tony Woodford

Come and see the track team at Stratford velodrome tomorrow Thursday 29th January from 7 pm.  Only £2.00 to get in.

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Willesden Dinner 2015

Posted on 26/Jan/2015 by ronpurdy

Here are the photos of the winners at the dinner, and a few on the dance floor. A good time was had by all, and Charlotte and Tom worked hard to make it a success. The band came over really well and the floor was always full of dancers. About the dinner, I did enjoy it, but felt a bit like Oliver and wanted more!! But it was a good evening and everyone looked like they enjoyed it.

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