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Simon Woodward

It was great to see some Gorilla CC riders at last nights TT Congratulations to Jamie & Toby who set a PB of 24:09 last night 1 Jamie Cahill Halesowen A&CC 00:24:09 1 Toby Draper Beacon RCC 00:24:09 2 Blake Timmins Gorilla CC 00:24:23 2 Graeme Garrett Gorilla CC 00:24:23 3 Louise Crowley Beacon RCC ...

Simon Woodward

PeteNorman wrote: ↑
06 Jul 2025 20:49
Hi Si I’ll come down in the evening for the last session- Pete

Brilliant,

Thanks Pete

Simon Woodward

All present and accounted for on the B ride, though we joined the A & C at the Riverside Cafe

Simon Woodward

I'll lead a B ride to Wyre Forest visitor centre.

9:15 start

It's a hilly route and I'm slow, so the place will be at the bottom end of B pace

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47342311

Simon Woodward

My apologies for the delay in replying, I saw the question, got side tracked and then clean forgot all about it! I propose Tuesday 29th July and catching the 08:22 train from Bromsgrove or if travelling from Birmingham 08:00 from New Street, 08:06 from University of Birmingham or 08:17 from Barnt G...

Simon Woodward

AlanW wrote: ↑
29 Jun 2025 18:34
Andy,

Do you want to compose a full list of those that were on the ride today?

I believe it was

Andy Wrightson Leading
Chris Ankorn
Naomi Bell
Dave Hill
Jim Holness
Alan Weaver
Simon Woodward

Simon Woodward

George wrote: ↑
29 Jun 2025 18:22
Si, are you still looking for people to help with the grub for returnees? I'm unable to help in the morning, due to a conflicting diary commitment involving a pillow. However, I'd love to help out in the early evening.

Yes please George, that would be fantastic

Simon Woodward

IanG wrote: ↑
28 Jun 2025 13:26
I’ll drop down in the morning

Thanks Ian

Simon Woodward

Can I join you please

Simon Woodward

Congratulations to Ed and Martin for winning round 2 of our 2 Up Timetrials 1 Ed Moss Beacon RCC 00:23:32 1 Martin Davis Beacon RCC 00:23:32 2 Toby Draper Beacon RCC 00:24:19 2 Jamie Cahill Halesowen A&CC 00:24:19 3 Louise Crowley Beacon RCC 00:24:56 3 Paul Jolliffe Beacon RCC 00:24:56 4 Phil Gameso...

Simon Woodward

You're an absolute star Mick.

I'm hoping to get some more volunteers so we can share the work load

Simon Woodward

Hi Alan,
Have you decided on a date yet?

Simon Woodward

Hi Leigh,

Can I join you please

Simon Woodward

Beacon will once again be hosting this iconic Audax Date - 12th July 2025 - 08:00 The Kidderminster Killer deserves its reputation as one of the most challenging 200km audaxes in the country with its 3,750m of climbing. However, you will be rewarded with great countryside, camaraderie and cake. Lots...

Simon Woodward

Hello All, The Kidderminster Killer is back for 2025 Beacon's Kidderminster Killer scheduled for Saturday 12th July. The event starts and finishes in Belbroughton. We need some volunteers to support the smooth running of the event. The following vacancies will need filling. 07:00 - 08:10 at Belbroug...

Simon Woodward

We had 12 riders riding tonight from 4 different clubs There was only 17 seconds between 2nd, 3rd & 4th with Jason & Jamie from Oak Velo taking the honours, but our winners were Rikky & David from Droitwich Cycling Club Round 2 is on 24th June 1 Rikky Hughes Droitwich CC 00:23:09 1 David Lynes Droit...

Simon Woodward

Hi Helen it's on the k36/10 near Earlswood
Sign on is at the small car park at the Junc of Tithe Barn Lane and Broad Lane

The start is 19:00

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47827064

Simon Woodward

Hi Ade,
Andy Terry has kindly offered to timekeep but ideally I could do with one other as a marshal.

Simon Woodward

Hi Phil,
I'll join you as well please

Simon Woodward

Our first 2 Up TT is at 7pm on Tues 10th June and we need a couple of volunteers to assist with the event.

If you're able to help, or are interested in knowing what's involved, please let me know

Thanks

Simon Woodward

Simon Woodward

I'm up for this but wouldn't be able to do Friday 1st

Simon Woodward

I'll ride out to Aber, but I'll be slow so won't be riding to your pace. Hopefully I'll see you at your faffing stops

I'll be catching the train home as my long days in the saddle are a distant memory.

Simon Woodward

Hi Albert,
Have you tried local bike shops?
They're normally happy to give away cardboard boxes

Simon Woodward

I'd be interested in this, when were you thinking of?

Simon Woodward

Yes please Si

Simon Woodward

Thanks for the offer Ed

I'd also prefer that as many Beacon members as possible were able to ride.

I'll be going to Whitlenge on Sunday and will ask again there

Simon Woodward

Hi Matt,

Can you put me down for this please

Simon Woodward

Our calendar for 2025 is now available on the club website You'll see that our first event is a 20 mile event on Sat 12th April starting at 10:00 This is historically a very popular event for Beacon riders and also riders from other local clubs We are looking for volunteers to help with marshalling ...

Simon Woodward

Can you put me down as well please si

Simon Woodward

Hi Phil, if you could put me Down as well please

Simon Woodward

Hi Phil - Not sure how to enter on the Audax UK website with a BC membership number? Any ideas? Ade, I'm pretty sure there's no affiliation between Audax UK and BC so you just need to enter as a non member. Thanks Si. In the olden days you used to pay less when you presented yourself at sign on for...

Simon Woodward

Thanks both... Ade, be good if you could be here to help out on the desk for a few mins and to ride the Snowdrop. Can you enter via the Audax UK website? Dave, I've got you on the A442 turn for the Sunrise so we can keep two people on car park duties, so you should have some time to get warm again ...

Simon Woodward

Hi Matt,

Cân you add me please

Simon Woodward

Yes, It's going to be the 1st June

https://www.cyclingtimetrials.org.uk/ev ... ampionship

Simon Woodward

It was 1°c at the Black Horse on Sunday morning and I think there were 18 of us

Simon Woodward

Hi Matt,

I'll attempt to keep up with you all

Simon Woodward

I'll join you as well Mick, weather permitting.

Simon Woodward

The weather forecast is to be Warm Wet and Windy for Sunday so I'll lead a C ride to Lavender Hall Fisheries. Pace - "C" 12-14 mph no one will be dropped Start Time - 09:15 - At the Black Horse Location - Lavender Hall Fisheries - 22 miles to the cafe, 45 miles round trip Route - https://ridewithgps...

Simon Woodward

Hi Liz,
Sorry, I'm not going to be able to make it this morning

Simon Woodward

I'll also join you Liz,

I'm looking forward to a nice leisurely C ride

Simon Woodward

Bagbear wrote: ↑
26 Oct 2024 16:48
Hi. Please add me. Will probably meet you by Blackwell about 9:30ish (I might also have a friend along. Hope that’s ok)

That's fine, see you there.

Simon Woodward

joelsubash wrote: ↑
26 Oct 2024 14:53
Put me down please. Never done a B before will come back with the C if I can’t keep up.

Hi Joel, no problem - With me leading, it certainly won't be a fast B ride

Simon Woodward

I'll lead a B ride to Hartlebury castle The C ride are also going to Hartlebury so you have a choice of either B or C pace Start at BH 09:15 Route is the same as the C ride - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43405920 Remember the clocks go back! Riders Simon Woodward (Leading) Dave Cole Richard Greer ...

Simon Woodward

Hi Joel,
1) Yes they do
2) 100 mile rides don't count, they need to be 200km
Each ride needs to be done as a separate ride with a separate entry

Good luck

Simon Woodward

Can you put me down please

Simon Woodward

Why not regale your buddies at the cafe with tales of how you took on the Winwood Heath climb and laughed in its face :D There's still time to sign up and a fine trophy up for grabs The preferred option is through Eventbrite - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/club-time-trials-2024-tickets-812343901477...

Simon Woodward

Hi Chris,
If you could put me down for this please
Cheers

Simon Woodward

Hi Chris,
If you could put me down for this please
Cheers

Simon Woodward

Hi Phil,

I can help out with the catering in the evening and with the clearing up as well.

Simon

Simon Woodward

joelsubash wrote: ↑
31 Aug 2024 21:57
Hi,
I can help with the organisation of the TT. Just let me know what you need me for. Have 0 experience in TT matters though, but happy to help.

Thanks Joel, that would be fantastic, there's no experience required.

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