A grand day out

The fine weather has arrived in time for the first club event of the year – the Spring road race organised by Ben Fancourt. This was held at the excellent Cyclopark facility in Gravesend.

Pictures courtesy of Sam Holden Agency

We had 18 riders out for the B race (beginners and 4th cats) and 13 out for the A race (fast, skinny types). From experience it’s the easiest way to try racing – no cars, no potholes, no pressure and riding with people you know. The next event (also organised by Ben) is on 17th August.

The circuit isn’t flat and is very exposed. With a strong Westerly blowing, riding in that direction was a bit challenging if you weren’t tucked behind someone. The advantage though is getting pretty much blown up the slope to the finish.

The black & yellow hordes assemble:

Racing is a serious busines

Well, mostly

Riders travel at extraordinary speeds

But there can be only one winner

Well two actually as there are two races. Ashley winner of the B race:

And Steve winner of the A race

Video of the A race finish

Addiscombe CC – Cyclopark A Race 16/03/14 – Top 5 chequered flag from Leon on Vimeo.

Further photographs one the club Facebook page (link below). Further discussion on the forum as usual.