Max super sprint trophy points for Darren & Hannah

West Suffolk Wheelers & Triathlon club put on their first Go Tri event of the season on Friday 25th April at Rougham primary school. The Duathlon which is a run, bike, run. was won by Darren Sharman in 24 mins 17 seconds, closely followed Simon Daniel (Boxford bike club) and Scott Williams (Stow striders) 3rd.  First lady in was Hannah McInory Naylor in 26:14 with Emily Baker 2nd & Ester Colman 3rd. For both Simon & Emily and three other competitors of the 17 participant this was their first multi sport event, which is exactly what the Go Tri concept is all about. Having a series of 4 short events, which are open to anyone to enter, making triathlon accessible to "have a go" in a friendly, and bite sized way.

The remaining three events are lised below, come and join in.

11th July – Duathlon at Rougham Primary School

30th May & 15th August – Aquathon at Moreton Hall Health Club

20th June – Triathlon at Rougham Primary School

Enter online http://shop.westsuffolkwheelers.co.uk/

Upminster Junior Aquathlon

Tristar 1 pair Hugo Thorneley and Charlie Knowler braved a cold but sunny morning over the Easter weekend to take part in the TriSport Epping Junior Aquathlon at Coopers School in Upminster, the second event in the Eastern Region league. The enthusiastic youngsters took part in a hotly contested race over 150 metres in the pool followed by a 1200 metres run. Both improved on their Basildon placings with Charlie finishing 6th boy and Hugo, taking part in only his second ever event, finishing 10th boy. Well done boys!

Wednesday Evening Training

Wednesday night ride – leaves club HQ at 6.30 and will consist of laps around Beyton and Thurston. We will be travelling towards Thurston at Fishwick Corner Crossroads turn right then keep turning left! If you want to join us but miss the start travel pass Fishwick Corner then turn right along the Thurston / Beyton Road then keep turning right. We will practice through and off and try to simulate sprints etc. on the quiet sections. It will last about 90 minutes as we aim to be back at the HQ for 8pm. Please have lights and drink etc. If it is raining then we will go inside the HQ and use rollers and turbo trainers. Not sure how it is going to work or the speed but all welcome! In a few weeks’ time we will start earlier and build up to about 35-40 mile ride along a number of training routes….any questions please ask.

Dawn Raid 2014

Dawn Raid to France - Sunday 29th June 2014

Once more unto the beach dear friends, once more!

Only 30 places available so book your place now - details below

This is your chance to enjoy a fantastic day cycling in France with your club. The route takes us along the coast and through the hills west of Calais to the seaside town of Audresselles for lunch. Read about the great day we had on last years trip at http://tinyurl.com/njr6nbr

A backup car will travel to France to provide mechanical support and to carry a small rucksack of kit for each rider (containing regular shoes and clothes for the ferry)

Timetable:
Sunday 29th June
Depart Bury St Edmunds - 04:30 - 05:00
Check In - 07:25
Depart Dover - 08:25
Arrive Calais - 10:55
Ride!
Cafe stop 13:00
Ride more!
Check in Calais - 17:50
Depart Calais - 18:50
Arrive Dover - 19:20
Arrive Bury St Edmunds - 22:00

Full trip details are provided in a rider briefing pack and the route will be available as a downloadable GPS file.

To reserve your place on the ferry email wsw@spike.co.uk

In addition to the ferry cost of £12, there will be a share of fuel costs and parking in Dover (approx £15 based on 4 sharing a car). Car sharing will be organised once we have final numbers on the trip.

Please Note:
The Dawn Raid is for experienced group riders only. You must be able to ride at 15mph average for 40-50 miles.
Under 18s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
You MUST hold a valid passport (and bring it with you!)
It is your responsibility to obtain a European Health Insurance Card (www.ehic.org.uk) and/or appropriate travel insurance

GO Ride Offroad rides

GO Ride off road rides will resume in Autumn. These took place on the first Sat of month at West Stow.

Stowmarket Striders Friday 5

On behalf of Stowmarket Striders we would like to invite you to join us again this year for our Stowmarket Striders Friday 5 on 13th June 2014 - our 5 mile challenging race through the beautiful grounds of Haughley Park. 
As you may know it's part of the Friday 5 series with the main race starting at 7.30pm. Advance on-line entry - affiliated only £9, unaffiliated £11 (race day entries + £2)
Entries are now open and you can enter on-line at: www.stowmarketstriders.org.uk/striders5.shtml
Please do bring the whole family for a great social event and join in the Fun runs from 7pm for under 8's and 8-14 year olds (parents can run too).  
Hog roast (seafood and vegetarian alternatives), ice creams, refreshments.  
We look forward to welcoming you.

Charity Bike Ride

The Bergholt Bomb-Along starts and finishes in the village of East Bergholt, Suffolk. I would very much appreciate it if you would pass on the details to the members of your club and maybe add them to your website? The ride is on Sunday 25th May and there are 20, 40 and 60 mile routes. I have attached a copy of the poster and the website address is www.bergholtbikeride.com.

Sunday Club Runs - changes to start times

From Sunday 27th April, the Sunday club rides will be returning to the two ride format. A faster (avg 18mph) ride will leave at 8:45am and a 15mph average ride will leave at 9:15am.

Helmets

Helmets are compulsory for all club cycling events and rides, including the Saturday morning training rides. No helmet, no ride!

Rider Development Sessions – U23 at Redbridge Cycle Centre

If you are aged 14 – 23 and want to improve your road racing results Come and work on your fitness, sprinting, team working and race tactics   Selected summer Monday evenings 7 – 8:30pm 12^th May 26^th May 9^th June 30^th June 11^th August 25^th August   From £5 per session*   Book online via the British Cycling calendar to secure a place at each session   * plus £2 if paying on the night, plus £2 if not a BC member.

Training Events

Cycling

Wednesday night ride – leaves club HQ at 6.30 and will consist of laps around Beyton and Thurston. We will be travelling towards Thurston at Fishwick Corner Crossroads turn right then keep turning left! If you want to join us but miss the start travel pass Fishwick Corner then turn right along the Thurston / Beyton Road then keep turning right. We will practice through and off and try to simulate sprints etc. on the quiet sections. It will last about 90 minutes as we aim to be back at the HQ for 8pm. Please have lights and drink etc. If it is raining then we will go inside the HQ and use rollers and turbo trainers.

Swimming

Tuesday 8.30 -9.30pm at Abbeycroft sports centre, coached session across three lanes to cater for all standards. Session starts promptly so please arrive for 8.15. £3.00 per session.

Monday 07.30 – 8.30pm Culford School, coached session joining the Bury Master swim club

£5 per session.

Go Ride

Go Ride starts Tuesday 22nd April, 6.30pm - 7.30pm at Club HQ, Priory School, Mount Road. Suitable for children aged 6 and above. All children need a bike and a helmet. £3 for 5 sessions or £15 for Junior membership.

Junior Triathlon

Tuesdays from 5-6pm at South Lee School, and Sundays in the pool at Abbeycroft Leisure Centre also 5-6pm.

Park Run

Every Saturday morning starting at 9am at Nowton Park IP29 5LU.

Free, weekly, 5K, timed run. The same distance as a sprint triathlon run.