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by Philip Whiteman
08 Jan 2024 16:53
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Reliability Ride - 16th March 2024
Replies: 1
Views: 3753

Reliability Ride - 16th March 2024

Hello All I will be organising a reliability ride on 16th March with three distances to suit differing abilities. The reliability ride may be some way off but please add Saturday 16th March 2024 to your diaries. Non-members are very much welcome and we hope to see a great turn out from clubs or inde...
by Philip Whiteman
27 Oct 2023 15:52
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Salinae and Cotswold 200km Audax - 11th November
Replies: 0
Views: 7246

Salinae and Cotswold 200km Audax - 11th November

https://www.droitwichcyclingclub.co.uk/audax/ https://scontent.fbhx4-2.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/395468622_10222581052024344_6831713846079342832_n.jpg?_nc_cat=103&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=5f2048&_nc_ohc=B4SOAgDYIaIAX_XNNiU&_nc_ht=scontent.fbhx4-2.fna&oh=00_AfAkNcqVzbzyv3gGJcnusVBrzpasQsibsN5R8nlMzXPjNQ&oe=...
by Philip Whiteman
22 Oct 2023 16:21
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 22/10 - Steady B ride to Broadacres - 9.15am BH
Replies: 7
Views: 5257

Re: Sunday 22/10 - Steady B ride to Broadacres - 9.15am BH

You might want to reconsider your route to avoid Himbleton and Middle Lane by the bottom of Priest Bridge to be honest. I foolishy rode thru it yesterday and the water level was half way up the bottle cage! Needless to say the volume and weight of the water finally forced me to stop in the end and ...
by Philip Whiteman
08 Oct 2023 18:04
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Second hand club jersey preferably the black one
Replies: 4
Views: 7751

Re: Second hand club jersey preferably the black one

Can't help you on the black jersey but I do have an old Large normal short sleeve jersey. I can post it, if you don't mind covering postage.

Incidentally, if racing you have to wear the registered colours, otherwise British Cycling may have a fit of temper. That excludes black.
by Philip Whiteman
02 Oct 2023 20:48
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: BEYOND THE DYKE. Final Beacon audax of 2023
Replies: 1
Views: 7201

Re: BEYOND THE DYKE. Final Beacon audax of 2023

Hello All BEYOND THE DYKE ROUND-UP I would like to thank everyone that rode the event and supported it as a volunteer. It was third time lucky with the weather and that was evident by the average time that people took to complete the route. Not only that it was an excellent turnout too. The finisher...
by Philip Whiteman
28 Sep 2023 18:55
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Dave Cox wrote:
28 Sep 2023 17:37
Hi Phil, I'll come over about 9.00 pm to help with the clearing up Dave
Thanks Dave. That will please the late shift. We fully close at 2215
by Philip Whiteman
28 Sep 2023 10:01
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Thanks all for your offers of help on Saturday. I will be on site from 0645-0815; 15:15-22:15. My phone number is 07969 079242 should have any difficulties. Belbroughton Rec will be familiar to most but here is some further information. - The location of Belbroughton Rec is up a narrow track opposit...
by Philip Whiteman
24 Sep 2023 19:31
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: Birmingham Velodrome
Replies: 1
Views: 5874

Re: Birmingham Velodrome

There will be no funding for any scheme from Birmingham City for at least a decade following their Section 114.
by Philip Whiteman
19 Sep 2023 14:02
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Many thanks Jim. That's great.
by Philip Whiteman
16 Sep 2023 15:55
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Importance of carrying ID
Replies: 0
Views: 12898

Importance of carrying ID

Importance of carrying ID This afternoon in Drayton, a cyclist was witnessed collapsing into the verge off his bike in a state of unconsciousness. Neil Lynch and I were supporting the emergency services with traffic management. The victim required an air ambulance and is serious a cause for serious...
by Philip Whiteman
07 Sep 2023 12:05
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Thanks for letting me know, Jim

Any other takers for car park marshals please?
by Philip Whiteman
05 Sep 2023 20:15
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

BrumJim wrote:
05 Sep 2023 16:54
That's an early start. Tempted. Should be back for breakfast with the rest of the family.
Brilliant and thanks. I will put you on parking. There will also be toast and porridge pots at the start should you want any.
by Philip Whiteman
05 Sep 2023 09:41
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Re: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Hello All

I have still two marshal posts that need filling on 30th September.

If you are able to spare an hour early on Saturday morning of 30th September, please pop along to waive cheerily at riders as they leave and to grumble at people unable to park their cars properly.

Regards

Philip
by Philip Whiteman
29 Aug 2023 16:21
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 2nd and 3rd of September
Replies: 1
Views: 4548

Re: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 2nd and 3rd of September

As Phil mentions, Beyond the Dyke is coming up. You can pretend that you are King Offa by entering here https://audax.uk/event-details/8945
by Philip Whiteman
14 Aug 2023 13:22
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required
Replies: 14
Views: 20269

Beyond the Dyke: Helpers required

Hello All This is my annual call for help at the autumn audax on 30th September. Are you are able to spare some to assist the event? All roles are at Belbroughton Recreation Centre. 07:00 - 08:00 Car Park Marshals x Ian Bell and Jim 07:00 - 08:00 Refreshments Ian Gannon 17:00 - 21:00 Catering Helen ...
by Philip Whiteman
10 Aug 2023 19:41
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: BEYOND THE DYKE. Final Beacon audax of 2023
Replies: 1
Views: 7201

BEYOND THE DYKE. Final Beacon audax of 2023

Everybody is invited to enter the next Beacon RCC Audax, "Beyond the Dyke" on Saturday 30th September Beyond the Dyke is the resurrection of the once popular event organised by Beacon member, Alan Mason. The route crosses Offa’s Dyke with a short loop into Mid-Wales before heading back to Worcester...
by Philip Whiteman
28 Jul 2023 14:24
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: FRIDAY FERLIX AUDAX - 11th August
Replies: 1
Views: 5334

Re: FRIDAY FERLIX AUDAX - 11th August

Just two weeks to go until this audax :)

Please note that this event includes hills and may be too difficult for people who can't read the entry information.


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by Philip Whiteman
25 Jul 2023 15:46
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER
Replies: 5
Views: 12733

Re: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER

Thank you George.

Strange that you should mention your audaxes. They were mentioned on Saturday as great events. They could not have been easy to organise with control locations and cafe availability.
by Philip Whiteman
24 Jul 2023 14:02
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER
Replies: 5
Views: 12733

Re: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER

The late Dave Pountney of Kidderminster CTC launched an audax in 1989 known as the Kidderminster 200. Its title was amended after riders referred to the audax as a ‘killer.’ The Kidderminster Killer rapidly gained legendary status amongst the audax community as a classic event. Dave told me, “If yo...
by Philip Whiteman
15 Jul 2023 09:26
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Re: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22nd July 23

Thanks all for your support at the KK on 22nd July.

Let me know if you have any questions. Food will be available AM or PM for helpers.

Stu, sorry I missed your post which was remiss of me. We should be fine unless someone drops out.

See you all next week.
by Philip Whiteman
11 Jul 2023 14:46
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: FRIDAY FERLIX AUDAX - 11th August
Replies: 1
Views: 5334

FRIDAY FERLIX AUDAX - 11th August

A MONTH TO GO UNTIL FRIDAY FERLIX Stourport - Leominster - Hay - Llanbister Road - Knighton - Stourport. 208km, 3.25 AAA Now Hay will be quite familiar to many audaxers due to its destination as a cake laden town, often approached via the Gospel Pass. Yet few have headed north across the un-audaxed...
by Philip Whiteman
22 Jun 2023 16:49
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER
Replies: 5
Views: 12733

THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER

THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER - 22nd July Book your place now for the 212km extravaganza audax to depths of rural Shropshire and the Welsh Borders. It is a challenging yet rewarding event that crosses some of the greatest hills in our region. It follows predominantly rustic lanes through peaceful countr...
by Philip Whiteman
05 Jun 2023 15:00
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Wyre Forest's Audax - Let's All Go to Hay in a Day
Replies: 0
Views: 8019

Wyre Forest's Audax - Let's All Go to Hay in a Day

Mike Haddon of WFCRC is organising an x-rated 100 mile audax on Sunday 25th June. Starting and finishing at Belbroughton, passing through Ludlow, Hay and Bromyard. https://www.audax.uk/event-details/10380-lets_all_go_to_hay_on_wye https://scontent-lhr8-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/351568236_2386391...
by Philip Whiteman
31 May 2023 21:11
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Club 20 mile championship
Replies: 5
Views: 9129

Re: Club 20 mile championship

Please find the results attached. Five Beacon riders took part in this joint even organised with Droitwich CC. Congrulations to Ed Moss as Club 20 winner for 2023 with a respectable time of 47:18. Thanks to those that turned out. Overall twenty riders participated including pro cyclist, Gaby Homer, ...
by Philip Whiteman
25 May 2023 09:40
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Bewdley Bike Week Audax: 112km South Shropshire Hills. 3rd June
Replies: 1
Views: 6252

Re: Bewdley Bike Week Audax: 112km South Shropshire Hills. 3rd June

It is just over a week until this warm up event for the Beacon's Kidderminster Killer.

Extra Brevet cards have been ordered after a sudden flurry of entries.

To enter: https://www.droitwichcyclingclub.co.uk/ ... hropshire/
by Philip Whiteman
09 May 2023 19:01
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER - 22 JULY 2023
Replies: 1
Views: 5421

THE KIDDERMINSTER KILLER - 22 JULY 2023

SATURDAY 23 JULY The Kidderminster Killer Audax is one heck of a ride, crossing the massifs of Shropshire over 215km. Climbs, scenery, exhaustion and reward come in equal measure for all of the 120 riders. It is not a route to be taken lightly but you won't regret it. There may even be WI cake on t...
by Philip Whiteman
09 May 2023 18:46
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Re: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 2023

Many thanks for the offers of help everyone. All the slots are now filled. I will be looking for similar help on 30th September too if you are free.

Regards

Philip
by Philip Whiteman
08 May 2023 18:55
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Re: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 2023

Thanks Mick. That will be great. I have put you down to marshal AM
by Philip Whiteman
06 May 2023 07:07
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Re: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 2023

Dave Cox wrote:
05 May 2023 22:05
I'll try to help with the final clear up as usual. Will confirm when I know about some family visitors in UK that month
Thanks Dave.
by Philip Whiteman
05 May 2023 17:40
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Re: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 2023

BUMP!

John Williams has kindly offered to help with one spot but we still need the other positions to be filled. If you are available, your support will be greatly appreciated.

Regards

Philip
by Philip Whiteman
03 May 2023 11:04
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023
Replies: 9
Views: 13395

Call for help: The Kidderminster Killer Audax 22 July 2023

Hello All Our next audax is the Kidderminster Killer scheduled for Saturday 22nd July, its 34th year of running. The event starts and finishes in Belbroughton. As ever, it would be good to have volunteers supporting the event. The following vacancies will need filling. A bottle of beer will be inclu...
by Philip Whiteman
24 Apr 2023 16:36
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Bewdley Bike Week Audax: 112km South Shropshire Hills. 3rd June
Replies: 1
Views: 6252

Bewdley Bike Week Audax: 112km South Shropshire Hills. 3rd June

https://scontent.fbhx4-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/343427894_274340191597203_5110122110000049352_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=340051&_nc_ohc=W25rZAj6UA8AX9FZePb&_nc_ht=scontent.fbhx4-1.fna&oh=00_AfA5ktDKdXirtr53sDULUKCcAZ9sc-x4ktUvhZpd85JBOA&oe=644AF94D Details: https://www.droitwichcyclingc...
by Philip Whiteman
30 Mar 2023 13:14
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: 1st April 2023 - Volunteers Required
Replies: 14
Views: 15431

Re: 1st April 2023 - Volunteers Required

Will there be a post-TT cake shake down in the nearest tea room? https://www.cakerider.uk/cycling-cafes/ ... -tea-room/

Bring your brollies too.
by Philip Whiteman
27 Mar 2023 16:06
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: New cafe suggestions
Replies: 124
Views: 325038

Re: New cafe suggestions

Not visited but they contacted the club.... We are a tearoom in the South Shropshire hills serving cakes, cream teas, coffee and light lunches. We would love you to have us on your list of tearoom stops for your cycling events. We are at a crossroads half-way between Clun and Craven Arms. Our numbe...
by Philip Whiteman
16 Mar 2023 11:41
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Hay Skivers! 2023
Replies: 0
Views: 5846

Hay Skivers! 2023

Hello All. Here are the details of my next audax, albeit this is a Droitwich CC event. All riders welcome. There are several Beacon riders already. Regards Philip https://scontent.fbhx4-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/333778608_3334534210103038_3435994852589040108_n.jpg?_nc_cat=110&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=863...
by Philip Whiteman
06 Mar 2023 21:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: New cafe suggestions
Replies: 124
Views: 325038

Re: New cafe suggestions

Gils Tea Room, Chaddesley Corbett. Gils of Wolverley have opened their second tea room. It is located opposite The Swan in Chaddesley and was a tea room prior to the pandemic. I have yet to check but it used to be possible for cyclists to take their bikes through the back entrance. https://www.face...
by Philip Whiteman
26 Feb 2023 18:20
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Evesham Velo Park
Replies: 2
Views: 5710

Evesham Velo Park

At yesterday's Sunrise and Snowdrop Express, I mentioned the new Evesham Velo Park to a few riders. Here is more information:

https://eveshamvelopark.co.uk/
by Philip Whiteman
25 Feb 2023 18:46
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Snowdrop Express: Many thanks to Phil and supporters
Replies: 1
Views: 5232

Snowdrop Express: Many thanks to Phil and supporters

No, Phil does not have a support act. He is not a well popular music band at one of those concert venues. However, there were quite a few volunteers out on the day. Organising this event is rather like an iceberg, you only see one third of the work. The other two thirds occur during the run-up and ...
by Philip Whiteman
25 Feb 2023 18:20
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: 1st April 2023 - Volunteers Required
Replies: 14
Views: 15431

Re: 1st April 2023 - Volunteers Required

I am free on 1st April. Please let me know if you already have enough volunteers, if so, I shall do other things.
by Philip Whiteman
21 Jan 2023 10:43
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: **CANCELLED** A Run Sunday 22nd January
Replies: 7
Views: 4742

Re: A Run Sunday 22nd January

I see that other clubs have cancelled runs too, so good call.
by Philip Whiteman
20 Jan 2023 08:38
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: A great read
Replies: 153
Views: 2651320

Re: A great read

Thanks SImon. A great review. I shall procure a copy.
by Philip Whiteman
14 Jan 2023 16:10
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 15th January - A Run to The Den Cafe (Stanford Bridge) 9:00am start
Replies: 17
Views: 13088

Re: Sunday 15th January - A Run to The Den Cafe (Stanford Bridge) 9:00am start

Nicks_77 wrote:
14 Jan 2023 14:08
I've booked a table for 10 so there's one space free
Don't forget that I will be there.
by Philip Whiteman
13 Jan 2023 11:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 15th January - A Run to The Den Cafe (Stanford Bridge) 9:00am start
Replies: 17
Views: 13088

Re: Sunday 15th January - A Run to The Den Cafe (Stanford Bridge) 9:00am start

Hi Nick

I will join you at The Den. I will be riding out with the Droitwich C Run (equivalent to a Beacon A run) to The Den and then returning with you. The benefit of being a member of two clubs I guess.

Philip
by Philip Whiteman
12 Jan 2023 07:32
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Tempted to do a 100 miles, a 200km or even a 300km ride as part of your 2023 new year's resolutions?
Replies: 14
Views: 10927

Re: Tempted to do a 100 miles, a 200km or even a 300km ride as part of your 2023 new year's resolutions?

Don't forget to support the Beacon's 120, 200 and 300km permanent and calendar audaxes. It would be good to see them on the above schedule too. They are friendly club events with plenty of cake opportunities along the route. https://scontent.fbhx4-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/321093973_13584107883...
by Philip Whiteman
10 Jan 2023 17:00
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: The 'fords' time trial - fact or fiction?
Replies: 17
Views: 19232

Re: The 'fords' time trial - fact or fiction?

I took a look on the CTT course list. It no longer exists. I wonder why?
by Philip Whiteman
09 Jan 2023 11:17
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: HELP REQUIRED FOR THE 2023 SUNRISE/SNOWDROP AUDAXES
Replies: 5
Views: 7824

Re: HELP REQUIRED FOR THE 2023 SUNRISE/SNOWDROP AUDAXES

FAO Regular audaxers with six events from the previous year: To reiterate Phil's request for volunteers, don't forget that you need to volunteer at least once at least once. Because I run events later into the year, I don't want the embarrassing position of having to wave my finger. https://www.auda...