A 105 mile ride (from the Plough) which follows the route of the former Bill Bradley ride. A flat ride to Scorton, followed by a section of 3 climbs which include Jubilee Tower and Waddington Fell. Thereafter, a steady ride through the Trough to Preston and flat all the way thereafter. Two café stops.
This will be a steady ride, with regrouping at the tops of climbs etc.
Meet Club House 8:30; Plough 8:45; Blackgate Lane 9:00. If anyone wants to join at a different location just let me know.
Monday-15th MAY-8pm CLUBHOUSE
Constable Dan Holdsworth of the Merseyside Police Traffic Division will be attending the club to update members of the current plans/actions the Force are taking in reducing cycling related accidents/collision on our roads.
In the interests of our club could as many members please make an effort to attend if you are available.
It will coincide with the monthly Forum.
Thank you
El Prez ??
Following on from the previous two ‘introductory ‘ rides the next one will be on SATURDAY 27th May from the Clubhouse at 9.30am.
This will be a steady ride of 20-25 miles with a cafe stop.
Please click here for the location of the club house.
Everyone welcome.
On Sunday 18th June the Club are organising three rides at various distances. Starting from Claughton, north of Preston. The rides are organised under the rules/ regs of Audax Uk but are open to all riders.
SATURDAY 15th JULY.
Men’s race over 14 laps starts at 9am(full field of 60 riders)
Women’s race over 14 laps starts at 11.30am.
Headquarters Bickerstaffe Football Club.
If you are free help would be appreciated as Course Marshals are required to supplement the BC Accredited Marshals.
Can you let me know if you can assist in either or both events.
Many thanks.
Colin.elprez@gmail.com.
07759381087
01704 579673
Event Overview
Now in it’s 6th year it’s one of the biggest races in the Northwest.
The annual event will be taking place on 13th August 2017 and will be the same format as previous years consisting of two routes 30k and 50k – both starting and finishing at Meols Hall in Churchtown, Southport.
For further details please visit the British Cycling website where you can enter online by clicking the link below
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/164268/Ben-Gautrey-Challenge-2017
The third annual ‘Great Pedal Away’ starting and finishing at Knowsley Leisure and Culture Park takes place this Sunday.
There are two route choices:
- 10 mile family friendly route: very flat and mostly off the road on well-surfaced cycle paths around Stadt Moers Park
- 40 mile challenge route: tour of Knowsley and beyond, taking in a great selection of quiet lanes, cycle paths and parks
All routes are fully signposted with refreshment stops along the way.
All finishers will receive a certificate and goody bag.
All proceeds go to purchasing specialised cycles and help to support the Wheels for All network: making cycling accessible to all.
Start Date: 10/09/2017 9:00 AM
Register by: 09/09/2017 8:00 AM
Details of the event can be found by the following link
https://www.participant.co.uk/knowsleys_great_pedal_away_2017
Event saddly has had to be cancelled due to lack of entries.
SUNDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 9am start.
2/3/4/J category.
50 riders.
Distance 69kms(42 miles)
HQ Aughton Village Hall.Ormskirk.
Entries by the BC web site, please click here.