Author: Steve

Everest via Rosedale Chimney

Post author By Steve
Post date July 20, 2016

A gent called Mike Metcalfe is going to be attempting to Everest Rosedale Chimney Bank at the weekend – he needs to do 50 reps without sleep.

He’ll be starting around 06:00am on Saturday 23rd and going until he’s finished

If anyone is out that way, or fancies building a ride around it, Mike would love you to pop over, support or even do a few reps with him.

He’s doing the challenge to support Alzheimer’s Research UK & Rosedale Care home so it’s a great cause.

Mike would also be very grateful if you could spread the word (just share this page for example).

Donations can be made via the following links

https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Mike-Metcalfe3

https://crowdfunding.justgiving.com/everestingrosedaleforrosedale

Many Thanks.

Evening Series Time Trials

Evening Series

Post author By Steve
Post date July 7, 2016

The results of last week’s joint event with Stockton Wheelers at Long Newton are now online. Over the two legs, CWCC ran out winners by almost 12 minutes, retaining the trophy that they won last year. Many thanks to all who turned out and made this possible.

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Junior Time Trialing

Post author By Steve
Post date July 4, 2016

If you have a child aged 12 or over and under 17 on 31st August 2016 who is interested in time trialing then you may like to enter them for the GHS Teesside District qualifier on July 21st.

Usually, all the entrants qualify for the national final which this year is on 10th September on the Dunnington course (K33/10D) in the Midlands. If you enter the District qualifier you MUST be available for the national final as well.

District qualifier:

Run as part of the SWCC club 10 on Thursday 21st July.
Entry on the line £5 which also pays for the national final
Special entry form available to download from the CTT website
Parental Consent form also required.
Young person can enter as a member of a CTT affiliated club or representing their school.
The club and school must be within the Teesside District boundary.

If you would like further information please mail me Colin Whitfield (SWCC) at secretary@stocktonwheelers.org.uk

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LUCKY THIRTEEN FOR THE TOUR’S VISIT TO MIDDLESBROUGH

Post author By Steve
Post date May 1, 2016

The Thirteen Group is showing its support for the Tour de Yorkshire coming to Middlesbrough.

The leading housing provider is backing the Enjoy the Ride Criterium street races as part of the Tour de Yorkshire festival weekend, hosted by Middlesbrough Council.

The cycle races will take place on Bank Holiday Monday, May 2 in Centre Square on a course that circuits the civic heart of Middlesbrough.

The races – organised by Cleveland Wheelers and Speedflex Race Team – provide a great challenge riders of all ages and abilities, and a thrilling spectacle for spectators around the town centre course.
The circuit features tight turns around a lap less than a mile long, which cycling fans can expect to see riders cover in less than two minutes.

Race organiser Dave Morton said: “We’re delighted that the Thirteen Group have come on board, we can’t thank them enough for their support.

“The whole weekend will be a fantastic addition to the North East cycling calendar and I can’t wait for the tour to arrive and the weekend festival of cycling to begin!

“Come and watch the Monday racing – if you haven’t seen our local racing talent in action before you will be amazed at the speed and commitment from even the youngest competitor.”

Thirteen, which offers a wide range of affordable homes for rent and sale across the Tees Valley, is proud to be supporting this fantastic event for the town, its people and the wider community and region which will hopefully become an annual fixture in the cycling calendar.

Chris Smith, Thirteen’s Director of Business Development, said: “The Tour de Yorkshire is the talk of the town and we’re thrilled to be part of the festival.

“At Thirteen we not only offer a wide ranges of homes for all circumstances, we offer people the chance to make a positive change to their lifestyle and this weekend encourages people of all ages to lead a healthy, active lifestyle.”

The countdown is now well and truly under way to Sunday, May 1 when the riders of the Tour de Yorkshire will gather in Centre Square for the much-anticipated final stage of this year’s race.

Some of the leading names in world cycling will roll out through the town before tackling a challenging and hilly 198km route to Scarborough. The Captain Cook Stage will certainly test even the best!

Councillor Lewis Young, Middlesbrough Council’s Executive Member for Culture, Leisure and Sport, said: “We’ve been bowled over by the response to the news that the Tour de Yorkshire is coming here, and Middlesbrough is pulling out all the stops to ensure a truly memorable weekend and legacy of sport.

“Support from sponsors such as The Thirteen Group has been invaluable and make such a difference”

The town centre races follow Sunday’s start of Stage 3 of the 2016 Tour de Yorkshire from Centre Square.

Some of the leading names in world cycling will roll out through the town before tackling a challenging and hilly 198km route to Scarborough watched by a global television audience.