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by AdeR
20 Mar 2024 19:48
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: Track session Newport 14 04 24
Replies: 0
Views: 55

Track session Newport 14 04 24

Graham Hewson has bee in touch with me - he has had the offer of a track session on Sunday 14th of April. To cover costs he would need 10 riders plus @ £30 per rider for a 2 hour slot. The session would run from 1 pm- 3 pm If you're interested please respond here quickly if possible so he can confir...
by AdeR
20 Mar 2024 08:48
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Appeal for volunteers Beacon Academy Event 3rd April
Replies: 0
Views: 67

Appeal for volunteers Beacon Academy Event 3rd April

Appeal for volunteers Beacon Academy Event 3rd April What? Beacon Academy are running an off road time trial for children aged 5 – 12. When? The event itself will run from 12 – 3. Help will be needed from 09:30. Packing up will take about an hour depending on the number of helpers. If anyone has an...
by AdeR
17 Mar 2024 14:38
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324
Replies: 3
Views: 205

Re: Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324

So setting off on 17th March and the conditions did have something that would put you in mind of West Clare. The Beacon Burst consisted of me and ... well that's it. In a change to the advertised route I did two laps of the Thursday route we do in the summer. I had done a recce on Wednesday and deci...
by AdeR
13 Mar 2024 14:09
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324
Replies: 3
Views: 205

Re: Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324

There we go - if that's not a recommendation, I don't know what is !!! Thank you Alan :-)
by AdeR
12 Mar 2024 11:54
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324
Replies: 3
Views: 205

Blackhorse an' Romsleyo Beacon Burst 170324

I will lead a burst round loops of a short circuit including Bartley Green Reservoir and Romsley leaving the Black Horse at 09:10. FAQs [Ok I am making the 'F'' bit up - and probably the 'A' too] How far is the ride? We will be doing loops of a short circuit so it is up to you - you can do as many o...
by AdeR
11 Mar 2024 15:04
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: Track Training at Halesowen
Replies: 0
Views: 61

Track Training at Halesowen

Some sessions coming up in April on the Halesowen Velodrome. I'm hoping to get down to at least a couple of the Tuesday eve fixed sessions. For more see https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=11 ... 1987534608
by AdeR
07 Mar 2024 14:48
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 100324
Replies: 0
Views: 163

Beacon Burst 100324

I will lead a burst this Sunday 10th leaving the Black Horse at 09:10. FAQs [Ok I am making the 'F'' bit up] How far is the ride? 50 miles How fast will we go? That will depend on the riders. The idea is that we will stay as a group. Is there a caf' stop? No. Straight round. What's the point? i) To ...
by AdeR
07 Mar 2024 14:37
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Wednesday 6th March - hill repeats
Replies: 4
Views: 239

Re: Wednesday 6th March - hill repeats

Does this have to be Weds? Weds is academy training night. Best, Ade
by AdeR
05 Mar 2024 12:20
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: South Staffs Road race League
Replies: 0
Views: 75

South Staffs Road race League

https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/.../sssccrrl-road-race... "𝐈𝐕𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐒 𝐁𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝐈𝐍𝐓𝐄𝐑𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐃 𝐈𝐍 𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 - 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐈 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐓 𝐖𝐀𝐍𝐓 𝐓𝐎 𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐁𝐀𝐃 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐆𝐄𝐓 𝐃𝐑𝐎𝐏𝐏𝐄𝐃!?" We hear you! "𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄 𝐍𝐎 𝐎𝐏𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐅𝐎𝐑 𝐌𝐄 𝐓𝐎 𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐄 - 𝐒𝐎 𝐈 𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐓" We've got you covered! SSSCCRRL - Handicap Road Racing! "𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓 𝐈𝐒 𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐃𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐏 𝐑𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐖𝐇𝐘 𝐈𝐒 𝐈𝐓...
by AdeR
03 Mar 2024 16:26
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: Track session Newport Sunday 17th March 17:00 - 19:00
Replies: 1
Views: 127

Track session Newport Sunday 17th March 17:00 - 19:00

For anyone who would like some time on an indoor track is an open session at Newport Velodrome hosted by PDQ https://goteamup.com/p/1608014-pdq-cycle-coaching-ltd/c/schedule?e=69702693&enddate=2024-03-31&startdate=2024-02-26&venues=&category=&instructors=&offering_types= Event Details: 2hr PDQ Track...
by AdeR
02 Mar 2024 19:25
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 030324
Replies: 3
Views: 241

Re: Beacon Burst 030324

See you in the morning :D Wrap up warm!
by AdeR
29 Feb 2024 19:08
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 030324
Replies: 3
Views: 241

Beacon Burst 030324

I will lead a burst round Bartley Green Reservoir leaving the Black Horse at 09:10. FAQs [Ok I am making the 'F'' bit up] How far is the ride? We will be doing loops of a short circuit so it is up to you - you can do as many or as few as you like. How fast will we go? That will depend on the riders....
by AdeR
23 Feb 2024 20:31
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 250224
Replies: 5
Views: 307

Re: Beacon Burst 250224

The burst will be on Sunday. Meet at the Black Horse. The route will be loops of Bartley Green Reservoir due to the flooding on the original planned route. Riders can do as many or as few laps as they like. Average speed will depend on the participants. We will stay together as a group until all rid...
by AdeR
22 Feb 2024 18:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 250224
Replies: 5
Views: 307

Re: Beacon Burst 250224

Thanks to Paul Gething who has spotted flooding on Tithe Barn Lane. Provisionally let's say Bartley Green Reservoir loops instead
by AdeR
22 Feb 2024 17:11
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 250224
Replies: 5
Views: 307

Beacon Burst 250224

This week I'll lead a burst to the cut throat lane, umberslade rd, tithe barn lane triangle. BH 9:10 See https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I6LITUc8SMg
by AdeR
22 Feb 2024 17:09
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: track and road training
Replies: 0
Views: 105

track and road training

At the racing social at the oak there was expression of interest in a track session at HA&CC. They've got back to me. They 'are just in the process of updating the Clubs Website Calendar for this year once the coaching programme has been finalised, following is the link. Please bear with us till its...
by AdeR
20 Feb 2024 09:52
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Get into coaching
Replies: 0
Views: 195

Get into coaching

It would be great to have some more coaches in the club - not just for the academy but for adult riders too BC have two Intro to Coaching courses available within striking distance Please click the link to register your interest! Intro to Coaching (Road) – Leicester – 27th April 2024 – 7060 - www.br...
by AdeR
04 Feb 2024 07:48
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A Ride - Sunday 4th Feb - Bewdley @ BH 9:15am
Replies: 6
Views: 510

Re: A Ride - Sunday 4th Feb - Bewdley @ BH 9:15am

Not feeling great this morning. Don't wait up. Have a good ride
by AdeR
02 Feb 2024 12:01
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A Ride - Sunday 4th Feb - Bewdley @ BH 9:15am
Replies: 6
Views: 510

Re: A Ride - Sunday 4th Feb - Bewdley @ BH 9:15am

I'll see if I can hang on
by AdeR
26 Jan 2024 16:53
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Half Term Academy Event Appeal for Volunteers
Replies: 2
Views: 477

Half Term Academy Event Appeal for Volunteers

Beacon Cycling Academy are holding a 'Go Ride' event at the Ackers Activity Centre on Tuesday 13th February between 12 and 3pm. This is suitable for riders aged 5 - 12. Riders will be given the chance to try out the course before challenging themselves to ride as fast as they can. The course will be...
by AdeR
25 Jan 2024 17:30
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: SUNRISE / SNOWDROP CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS
Replies: 2
Views: 574

Re: SUNRISE / SNOWDROP CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS

'07:45 - 09:45: 3 people required for morning sign-on at Whitlenge Garden Centre: John Williams' I'll muck in with that one
by AdeR
06 Jan 2024 17:34
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst 070124
Replies: 0
Views: 4293

Beacon Burst 070124

I will be doing a 50m ride tomorrow - straight round. Start 9:10 Black Horse. Estimated time 3 hrs. No caf stop. Happy to lead if anyone's interested. Pace? B ish depending on how I'm doing. Route? Is in my head. Why? Personally not a fan of getting warm in the caf & getting cold again.
by AdeR
27 Nov 2023 13:45
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

First of all, I would like to say many thanks indeed for all of your help yesterday to make the event a success. I received a good number of very positive comments from riders; it ran fairly smoothly all day. I hope that you were able to enjoy seeing at least some of the racing from your vantage poi...
by AdeR
24 Nov 2023 18:31
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

All the info you need for the weekend is in one place now http://beaconrcc.org.uk/2023-beacon-rcc-wmccl-round/ links to volunteer briefing & rider briefing
by AdeR
23 Nov 2023 18:20
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Thanks in advance for your time on Sunday to help with this WMCCL event at Walsall Arboretum. The organiser is Pete Varian, we (Beacon RCC) are sharing the work with our friends at Stourbridge CC – don’t forget to say hello to them at the Snowdrop Audax! Volunteer briefing. Marshal points are shown ...
by AdeR
21 Nov 2023 22:23
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

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Call me on 07906 179575 :-)
by AdeR
21 Nov 2023 22:22
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Thank you Jane Herrin and Tony Webb ! :-)
by AdeR
21 Nov 2023 10:13
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Hello I can help break down the course from 15.30 if you need, can also help drop off in Wythall Leigh 07941355139 That's brilliant - thanks Leigh :-) We possibly might not need drop off in Wythall. All being well the Wolverhampton Wheelers will collect. I'll keep you posted. The wythall location i...
by AdeR
10 Nov 2023 17:19
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Briefing notes. Please could you have a read, Thank you. WEST MIDLANDS CYCLO CROSS MARSHALS Each marshal point will have a yellow and a red flag • The YELLOW flag indicates there has been and incident and riders will need to slow down and proceed with caution. This is most likely to be a localised i...
by AdeR
10 Nov 2023 13:38
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Helen wrote:
06 Nov 2023 09:51
I can help all day on the 26th. Let me know when you need me.
That is magic Helen! Look out for a timetable coming here soon. It will be an early start as we need to set up
by AdeR
06 Nov 2023 08:07
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

AdeR wrote:
05 Nov 2023 17:29
Thanks Jason! Are you free on the 19th late afternoon/early evening (unload) 25th a.m. (load) or 26th early evening (unload)? 



Hi Ade,

I can help load and unload the van in Wythall if that's useful.

Cheers,
Jason 
Understood you can't do the 19th but can do the 25th and 26th. Magic!
by AdeR
06 Nov 2023 08:06
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

PhilG wrote:
05 Nov 2023 18:53
Ade,

I am willing to help. I am an early riser, so don't mind helping with the setting up.
That's brilliant - really appreciated Phil :-)
by AdeR
06 Nov 2023 08:04
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Last call!!
Replies: 1
Views: 2557

Re: Last call!!

Sorted :-)
by AdeR
05 Nov 2023 17:29
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Thanks Jason! Are you free on the 19th late afternoon/early evening (unload) 25th a.m. (load) or 26th early evening (unload)? 



Hi Ade,

I can help load and unload the van in Wythall if that's useful.

Cheers,
Jason 
by AdeR
05 Nov 2023 17:26
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Thank you Richard Greer :-)
by AdeR
04 Nov 2023 11:32
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

PaulB wrote:
03 Nov 2023 20:55
hi

i can help no problem

might need a lift though to get there and back as i do ot own a car

i could cycle there no problem, just depends how late i will be there till
That's ace Paul! Thank you :-) Where do you need picking up from?
by AdeR
04 Nov 2023 11:31
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Cycleperson698 wrote:
03 Nov 2023 20:39
Happy to help on 26th. I can be there all day.

Please let me know when and where you want me.

Ben Lowe
07515866386
You're a star Ben. I'll be in touch with further details. Magic!
by AdeR
02 Nov 2023 19:41
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Thank you Dave Cole for your support.
by AdeR
02 Nov 2023 19:41
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

stuart jones wrote:
01 Nov 2023 11:29
To confirm Ade, I'll be good for both days - the course building/marshaling.

Stuart
You're a star Stuart. I will get you a map for the coursebuilding. Is there a good email to get you on?
by AdeR
30 Oct 2023 10:10
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Ok some stats. Weeks to go till our cross event: 3. Firm offers of help received on the message board: 5. Percentage of the membership that has volunteered: 0.02. Offers of help received on the message board since last week: 0
by AdeR
28 Oct 2023 18:56
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Track day at Newport 29 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 16387

Re: Track day at Newport 29 10 23

Tomorrow’s event at Newport Velodrome from 1pm-3pm on the Newport Velodrome Track . Travel time from Birmingham is approx 2 hours you can sign on and register with me Graham Hewson in the track centre from approx 12 noon . What you will need to bring is summer riding kit shorts ,top ( with shoulder ...
by AdeR
26 Oct 2023 14:42
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

ok - so one month to go. Five confirmed offers of help. If you are available, please can you post here? All the best, Ade
by AdeR
19 Oct 2023 08:34
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Track day at Newport 29 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 16387

Re: Track day at Newport 29 10 23

2hour training session booked at Newport Velodrome our usual mixed ability event the event is to be hosted by PDQ Cycle Coaching .Rider cost is £25 and hire bikes are available directly from the Velodrome .To reserve a place contact Graham Hewson via messenger
by AdeR
18 Oct 2023 08:52
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Wednesday Ride 18 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 3138

Re: Wednesday Ride 18 10 23

Maybe another time - the ride that is, not moving into the C21st!
by AdeR
17 Oct 2023 17:05
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Wednesday Ride 18 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 3138

Re: Wednesday Ride 18 10 23

Out by Billesley Welford Long Marston Mickleton Wimpstone Alderminster Loxley 07906 179575 if you want to give us a bell
by AdeR
16 Oct 2023 11:51
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Wednesday Ride 18 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 3138

Wednesday Ride 18 10 23

Ride to Touchdown Cafe Nr Wellesbourne. c75m c15mph Leave Black Horse 09:30.
by AdeR
21 Sep 2023 18:36
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Track day at Newport 29 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 16387

Re: Track day at Newport 29 10 23

laurence_cooley wrote:
20 Sep 2023 14:07
Your original post is here in case it's helpful, Ade: viewtopic.php?f=3&t=10681.
Thanks Laurence
by AdeR
20 Sep 2023 10:05
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Track day at Newport 29 10 23
Replies: 4
Views: 16387

Track day at Newport 29 10 23

The Cyclist Fighting Cancer Track Day 2023 2 hours of Velodrome fun-time Action while doing all the monies raised will go to help Kids with Cancer Sunday 29/10/23 13:00hrs (1pm)-15:00hrs (3pm) at Newport Velodrome All abilities will be accommodated, with instruction from Jason Streather of Cost per ...
by AdeR
24 Aug 2023 10:24
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.
Replies: 41
Views: 90612

Re: Beacon RCC CX race 26th November.

Jumbo78 wrote:
22 Aug 2023 22:21
I should be ok to help for the day.
Many thanks indeed Karl :-) Any help meanwhile keeping this event on everyone's radar appreciated too!