Post by Charliecod on Jan 8, 2015 23:20:23 GMT
London League Round 13 - Bethlem last Sunday
Hats off to Titouan - he has put a lot of effort into his racing and training this year and deserved his first podium result in the series - 3rd place. Well done- the boy done well. Also doing their level best in the same race were Joe Mulligan, Eddie Luke and Oliver.
However let’s not forget young Stanley Nutter, again finishing the in the money in the Juniors, a good result 3rd. In the seniors Arnav and Joe both rode strongly.
Whilst on the subject , a personal thank you to all those who helped set the course on Saturday in the dismal weather, trust the preview helped.
Saturday Ride 10th January - Off Road to Mitcham
A chance to hone your skills again, we will doing a series of skills sessions on Mitcham Common, concentrating on advanced cornering and braking. The ride will leave the velodrome at 9 am and will return to the velodrome around 12.30 Ride suitable for both Cross and MTB bikes.
Part of the ride will be on the road so normal rules apply:
DP/HHYCC & BC membership required
Helmets must be worn
Wear suitable clothing for the season- prepare for cold
Bring copious quantities of drink and some food - you will be out for sometime.
Spare inner tubes that fit
Emergency and money
Telephone number of parent or rescuer on a piece paper
If this is your first ride a signed parental consent form.
Parents/Guardians/Rescuers-You’re welcome to join us however if you can’t/don’t want to join in please ensure you are contactable and able to collect your charge should the need arise.
Wednesday evening DP Chain Gangs
It’s another Intermediate session this week - so suitable for strong youths and Juniors. Starts at 7 pm. DP/HHYCC membership required.
Thursday Chain Gangs on the track at Herne Hill
These sessions are gearing up to preparing you for the opening of the racing season, no names but if you are currently regularly racing the cross series and want to up your game you must make these sessions a priority, they are an invaluable form of base training. Starting at 7pm with a fee of £3. Bring a completed Parents consent form to your first session.
We do have road bikes available to borrow- please be aware that some evenings neither I or Ian can be available to unlock the container, so please email at 24 hours in advance if you wish to use a club bike.
Overview of our targeted races for the Spring:
As regular readers will be aware Dave and I are keen that you at least have a go at racing in some format and we will be targeting/riding the following:
Road - Hillingdon Winter Series - Juniors and Seniors
MTB - Gorrick ‘Spring’ Series Sundays- 18th Jan, 8th Feb, 8th Mar and 22nd Mar - All categories
Cross - London League Round 15, 25th Jan and the Team Champs 1st Feb - All categories
Thus the majority of the Saturday rides for the next 4 weeks will be Cross/Mtb orientated.
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Saturday
Charlie
Hats off to Titouan - he has put a lot of effort into his racing and training this year and deserved his first podium result in the series - 3rd place. Well done- the boy done well. Also doing their level best in the same race were Joe Mulligan, Eddie Luke and Oliver.
However let’s not forget young Stanley Nutter, again finishing the in the money in the Juniors, a good result 3rd. In the seniors Arnav and Joe both rode strongly.
Whilst on the subject , a personal thank you to all those who helped set the course on Saturday in the dismal weather, trust the preview helped.
Saturday Ride 10th January - Off Road to Mitcham
A chance to hone your skills again, we will doing a series of skills sessions on Mitcham Common, concentrating on advanced cornering and braking. The ride will leave the velodrome at 9 am and will return to the velodrome around 12.30 Ride suitable for both Cross and MTB bikes.
Part of the ride will be on the road so normal rules apply:
DP/HHYCC & BC membership required
Helmets must be worn
Wear suitable clothing for the season- prepare for cold
Bring copious quantities of drink and some food - you will be out for sometime.
Spare inner tubes that fit
Emergency and money
Telephone number of parent or rescuer on a piece paper
If this is your first ride a signed parental consent form.
Parents/Guardians/Rescuers-You’re welcome to join us however if you can’t/don’t want to join in please ensure you are contactable and able to collect your charge should the need arise.
Wednesday evening DP Chain Gangs
It’s another Intermediate session this week - so suitable for strong youths and Juniors. Starts at 7 pm. DP/HHYCC membership required.
Thursday Chain Gangs on the track at Herne Hill
These sessions are gearing up to preparing you for the opening of the racing season, no names but if you are currently regularly racing the cross series and want to up your game you must make these sessions a priority, they are an invaluable form of base training. Starting at 7pm with a fee of £3. Bring a completed Parents consent form to your first session.
We do have road bikes available to borrow- please be aware that some evenings neither I or Ian can be available to unlock the container, so please email at 24 hours in advance if you wish to use a club bike.
Overview of our targeted races for the Spring:
As regular readers will be aware Dave and I are keen that you at least have a go at racing in some format and we will be targeting/riding the following:
Road - Hillingdon Winter Series - Juniors and Seniors
MTB - Gorrick ‘Spring’ Series Sundays- 18th Jan, 8th Feb, 8th Mar and 22nd Mar - All categories
Cross - London League Round 15, 25th Jan and the Team Champs 1st Feb - All categories
Thus the majority of the Saturday rides for the next 4 weeks will be Cross/Mtb orientated.
Look forward to seeing as many of you as possible on Saturday
Charlie