Bluebell Time Trial news
The latest club standings upto 10th August can be found here
There is just one week to go now in the Bluebell series, can Jonathan Toma be caught? Please note the start time for the Bluebell TT's in August adjusts to 6.45 PM.
Link to map of the course but please note the signing on will be at the former Exeter Arms near the Church in Helpston:-
Cyclo Cross
These events are possible for anyone with a bike that can cope with a bit of off road riding. Most events have a mixture of cross bikes and mountain bikes, and as its run over a circuit no one can get left behind (well apart from on the first lap). The races are normally from 40 minutes to one hour (less for the younger riders). To compliment these events there will also be a few more off road rides coming up.
So if you fancy a change, why not give one of these a try. Many are local events, and there is one most weekends up to Christmas, and a few into the new year.
Please note the entry details for each event, and that if you want to score in a league series you should note the specific requirements of that league. As we are an Eastern region club, but also cose to the boundary with Central and the Lincolnshire league, you may choose to pick individual events that suit you, or compete in one league throughout the season. If you are unsure please ask.
Thanks to Emma we have a spreadsheet that shows most of the local league events, complete with travelling distances from the Athletic Track and even an approximate travelling time. This season it looks like we are going to get a few more riders taking part, both in the youth age groups, and the seniors, where there are some novice events if you're really unsure. As there are several fixture clashes why not let us know which events you'll be taking part in, that way we can add it to the spreadsheet and hopefully encourage other riders to go to the same event, making it more social as well. E-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
As well as these league events we will be holding our own YOUTH ONLY cross races on 30th September, 28th October, 25th November & on 11th November there will be another GIRLS ONLY RACENIGHT, so please ride, help out, bring a friend or just help us to spread the word about these nights.
Please have a look through the spreadsheet for an excellent selection of local(ish) events.
So whether you fancy being the next cross expert like Sven Nys (left) or you think you're more of a crowd pleaser, why not give it a go?
** New Club Runs Calendar **
The new Fenland Clarion Cycling Club Runs calendar is now available to view for July – September 2016
Forthcoming Events
Presentation Night
This will once again be at The Farmers Arms in Yaxley, so keep the 12th November clear in your diary, and contact Simon for tickets.
Youth Racing Events
We will be repeating the Youth cyclocross racing on Friday 30th September, 28th October, 25th November and on 11th Novemebr another GIRLS ONLY racenight all youths welcome, including novices.
Mildenhall update
For 2016 only this will be a one day event on Sunday 28th August, before reverting back to the usual 3 day format in 2017. Details here
New shorter rides have started - all welcome
The new shorter club rides are introducing a wide range of new riders to riding in a group, and some have already decided to try the full clubruns, which they are now enjoying. The next will be on Sunday 31st July @ 10.00am for around 15-20 miles from Norman Cross. See the calendar tab for details of other dates. If anyone would like to lead one of these rides please let us know, and generally they should range from 10 - 20 miles and these will continue one most weeks as we go into spring and summer, see the calendar for full details. These rides are OPEN TO ALL, you do NOT need to be a club member and each ride will be at the speed of the SLOWEST rider. Full details can be found on the club calendar. Ideally if you could let us know you are planning to ride, although you are welcome to turn up on the day or if you have any questions then please contact Malc.