Ixworth Crits Cycle Races

A superb day’s cycle racing was enjoyed by a bumper crowd at Ixworth cycle races on Bank Holiday Monday

Perfect weather brought out strong fields in all categories of races, and the racers certainly took full advantage of perfect cycling conditions.

The standard of racing across the board was very high and equally competitive; on a day of fast and sustained riding across the board stand out individual performances came in the final event of the day being the 1 hour + 5 laps Men’s Elite, 1^st & 2^nd Category and 1^st & 2^nd category Juniors where Steve Lampierre of Velosure-Giordana RT finished first in spectacular style having lead almost from the start, followed by Dean Shannon of Richardson trek RT.

Ahead of the final leg of the Women’s Tour of Britain finishing in Bury St. Edmunds on Sunday, Emma Trott (riding for Boels Dolmans) carved her way through the field in the Senior Women’s 40 minutes + 5 laps race to finish very strongly for 1^st followed by Tanya Griffiths of Stanley primal Pro Cycling.

West Suffolk Wheelers & Triathlon Club members were also well represented, with the residents’ race being won in fine style by Kim Bonnelykke and Sam Asker continuing his fine run of form to finish well for 6^th in the 25 minute Youth B Under 14 race

Full results are available at www.westsuffolkwheelers.co.uk/racing/ixworth-cycle-races

Great Notely Duathlon

Chris Hinitt and Phil Clarke, crossed over the boarder into Essex to take part in the Great Notley spring duathlon, the course was a 4k off road run followed by a 2 lap 20k bike route around the country roads and finishing with a repeat of the 4k run.

The race started in two waves of 70 competitors with both Chris and Phil staring in the second wave. After the first run and strong bikes, Chris was in 55 and Phil 35, with the temperature creeping up and the nasty little hill close to the finish draining the little bit left in the tank, chris held his position to finish 55th in Age Group and 98th overall setting a new PB by 2 mins and 9 seconds, with Phil putting in a faster 2nd run than first to finish 27th in Age group and 50th overall. A more than satisfactory season opener for both wheelers.

Look out for the Newmarket Triathlon on 18th May where both will be racing again along with a bit team of 11 other wheelers.

Cycling Time Trials - Superb Performances from Wheelers’ Ladies

Meanwhile, on a busy weekend for the club’s time trialists, there were stand out performances from Trish Goulden and Sarah Wells.

Continuing her recent good form, Trish rode in the VC Norwich cycling club’s 25 mile time trial on Sunday and posted an impressive 60:17 to finish 1^st lady and 26^th overall.

Riding her first open 10 mile time trial in the Cambridge Cycling Club’s 10 mile time trial at Cambourne on Saturday, Sarah posted a determined 23:58 for 4^th lady.

Elsewhere, the club was well represented in the Kings Lynn Cycling Club’s 10 mile time trial. In a field of 74 riders, first Wheeler home was Richard Balaam in 25:47 (49^th). He was followed by Mark Eastwood (26:22 and 57^th), Mandy Bunn (27:26 for 62^nd), John Steed (28: 26 and 67^th) and Gerry Barton (28:51 and 70^th).

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

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.

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.