Condor Road Club
Welcome! For cyclists in Brighouse, Halifax and Calderdale. Training and club runs - with a cafe stop (or two).
Thursday, July 26, 2018
The Last Post
So long, fare well ... it looks like other social media options have overtaken the blog. Thanks for visiting and we enjoyed the ride.
Saturday, April 28, 2018
Sunday Sojourn - 29 April
For our club run this week the suggestion is that we meet Keighley 9am for a dabble with Darnbrook and cafe at Airton.
Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Red Rose Ride
We have to thank Steve T for the club ride this week. He's put forward the notion of a gallop to Glasson Dock with the Red Rose Ride. That'll be the 2nd Audax in as many weeks!
http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/16-99/
route at
http://www.westyorkshiresr.org.uk/event/red-rose-ride-2-3-2/?instance_id=455
See you there?
http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/16-99/
route at
http://www.westyorkshiresr.org.uk/event/red-rose-ride-2-3-2/?instance_id=455
See you there?
Friday, April 06, 2018
Spring into the Dales
At last it's officially spring and we can ride into the dales on best bikes in shorts & short sleeves*.
http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/17-162/
See you in Mytholmroyd in time to enter, chat, drink tea and leave at 9am.
Cheers
Ian
* yeah, right.
http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/17-162/
See you in Mytholmroyd in time to enter, chat, drink tea and leave at 9am.
Cheers
Ian
* yeah, right.
Saturday, March 31, 2018
Sunday in Settle
https://www.strava.com/clubs/3556/group_events/299228
Meet 09:30 at Keighley roundabout.
Meet 09:30 at Keighley roundabout.
Saturday, March 24, 2018
Sunday 25 March - BB or DD?
John Lumb II might be getting a bit over-enthusiastic but has suggested doing the Batley Bash this Sunday and I'm tempted to tag along (but let the main bunch go!).
https://www.facebook.com/events/513784345687271/
https://www.strava.com/clubs/23291/group_events/258653?new=true
Anonther option, which Pete Horne is apparently 'interested' in, is the Delightful Dales 200k Audax starting from Clithero at 8am BST (yep, clocks go forward) and going up Park Rash and the Coal Road. Yeah, I won't bother giving you the link for that one ...
https://www.facebook.com/events/513784345687271/
https://www.strava.com/clubs/23291/group_events/258653?new=true
Anonther option, which Pete Horne is apparently 'interested' in, is the Delightful Dales 200k Audax starting from Clithero at 8am BST (yep, clocks go forward) and going up Park Rash and the Coal Road. Yeah, I won't bother giving you the link for that one ...
Tuesday, March 20, 2018
2018 Road Races - your help needed please!
Imps RR 2018 on Saturday 21st April
The Imps race has moved to Bodington Cycle Circuit, Brownlee Centre University Of Leeds LS16 8NA
off the Otley Road. It’s a 1 mile circuit with 3 separate events O40’s at
10.00, O55 at 11.15 and O65’s at 12.30. Each 1 hour plus 2 laps. As you are
aware without the imps support we wouldn’t be able to run our event so if a few Condor members can help I’m sure it will be reciprocated in July. Many thanks.
Condor Road Race 2018 on Sunday 1st July
We are again
using the Scammonden circuit. To ensure its success we need your kind support
for marshalling and judging from 9.00 am, race start time 10.00 at Barkisland.
Sign on and rolling start at Greetland sports and community centre HX4
8JG.
Thank you
John Ginley
Tuesday, February 20, 2018
Garage Clearout
You help is needed please to create some space in the garage!
I'm happy to get rid of these wheels in return for a couple of pints, suitable for anyone on rim brakes and running 9 or 10 speed Shimano. Give me a shout on the next ride or usual social media thingys. Either pop round to collect or perhaps arrange a swap at the club dinner on 3rd March.
SRAM S30AL Sprint wheelset (There is a review HERE).
Reynolds Stratus Pro Wheelset:
Kysrium ES rear wheel (For some reason I've got two of these - but no front wheels to match).
Kysrium front wheel (with a black hub)
I'm happy to get rid of these wheels in return for a couple of pints, suitable for anyone on rim brakes and running 9 or 10 speed Shimano. Give me a shout on the next ride or usual social media thingys. Either pop round to collect or perhaps arrange a swap at the club dinner on 3rd March.
SRAM S30AL Sprint wheelset (There is a review HERE).
Reynolds Stratus Pro Wheelset:
Kysrium ES rear wheel (For some reason I've got two of these - but no front wheels to match).
Kysrium front wheel (with a black hub)
Friday, February 02, 2018
Club Luncheon & Presentation
Robin Hood, Cragg Vale booked for 1pm Saturday 3rd March. Roast beef followed by apple crumble. £14.50. Organiser is Phil Sanderson. All welcome (you don't have to be a Condor).
please book your place by letting Phil or Pete Horne know or via CRC Facebook page.
please book your place by letting Phil or Pete Horne know or via CRC Facebook page.
Monday, January 29, 2018
HDR Reliability - Womersley
This year's series of 'ride to the sun' events got off to a good start on Sunday. Condors in attendance included JL2, Melv, Andy 'Maverick Velo' and 'Oakworth Steve' who'd all done the decent thing by riding out to the start. Plus the Wainstalls Wimps in a car, but which was very handy later to squeeze in a third bike and give Steve a boost back toward home with tired legs. John Ginley was present and going well, but hiding his Condor colours under a plain top.
My suggestion was to have another PACT (Pete's Annual Condor Treaty). Or at least a TRUCE (Trundle Round United Condor Expedition). However, in the absence of our illustrious leader to police the ride, it didn't last. The start was flat out from the moment we left the cricket club. (Trundle Round - Unless Condors Excited). Eventually we managed to let the fast lads go, perhaps encouraged by the number passed at the side of the road with various problems. When it did settle down, we'd then find that Condor riders were littered all over the peleton, and I suspect that the fast start caused a few aching legs later on. (Thrash Round Until Condors Expire).
A sharp bend in Kirk Smeaton seems to have done for several people, including John Lumb II who went down hard with no warning. Bars askew and bent gear hanger then added insult to bodily injury. Refuelling and regrouping in Womersley hopefully helped him recover, while the athletes carried straight on. The second half of the ride could then be taken steadily and the headwind kept enthusiasms in check until the final couple of hills back up to the giddy heights of Liversedge: I was very glad not to be dragging back up to home at 1000ft and could drive instead.
It is Drighlington next week, and all welcome to join in. Please don't be put off by the write-up. I'm sure that some of us took pleasure from some small parts of it. Remember: a cycle ride is to be endured, not enjoyed.
My suggestion was to have another PACT (Pete's Annual Condor Treaty). Or at least a TRUCE (Trundle Round United Condor Expedition). However, in the absence of our illustrious leader to police the ride, it didn't last. The start was flat out from the moment we left the cricket club. (Trundle Round - Unless Condors Excited). Eventually we managed to let the fast lads go, perhaps encouraged by the number passed at the side of the road with various problems. When it did settle down, we'd then find that Condor riders were littered all over the peleton, and I suspect that the fast start caused a few aching legs later on. (Thrash Round Until Condors Expire).
A sharp bend in Kirk Smeaton seems to have done for several people, including John Lumb II who went down hard with no warning. Bars askew and bent gear hanger then added insult to bodily injury. Refuelling and regrouping in Womersley hopefully helped him recover, while the athletes carried straight on. The second half of the ride could then be taken steadily and the headwind kept enthusiasms in check until the final couple of hills back up to the giddy heights of Liversedge: I was very glad not to be dragging back up to home at 1000ft and could drive instead.
It is Drighlington next week, and all welcome to join in. Please don't be put off by the write-up. I'm sure that some of us took pleasure from some small parts of it. Remember: a cycle ride is to be endured, not enjoyed.
Friday, January 26, 2018
AGM Minutes
Minutes
CONDOR ROAD CLUB AGM
Monday 22nd January 2018
Members Present (18) - Gordon
Turner, Peter Horne, Melvin Hartley, Steve Thewlis, Andy Myers, Nigel Hartley,
Ian Robinson, J.D. Smith, Paul Gower, Paul Priestley, Kevin Brown, Ian Wellock,
Brian Sunter, John Ginley, Phil Haigh, John Lumb (2nd), Neil King, Phil
Sanderson.
Apologies for Absence - Nil
Minutes of AGM 10/10/16 - Accepted unanimously as a true
record.
REPORTS
General Secretary - Confirmed 2018 BC and CTT
affiliations had been paid. Nothing else to report.
Tresurer - Up to date accounts were presented
by Paul Gower and accepted as correct.
Racing Secretary - J.D. Smith reported on the clubs
racing successes during 2017 :-
John Ginley:
1st UCI World Masters CycloCross
(Zilvermeer MOL Belgium Dec 2017) 075
2nd
UCI World Grand Fonda Road Race 100km (Albi France Aug2017) 075
UK
1st LVRC 065 series in 070 Cat.
2nd LVRC Nat Crit Champs 075 Cat
2nd LVRC Stallard Series 070 Cat
2nd TLI Nat RR 070 Cat
Brian Sunter:
2017
VTTA National Champs 15 mile 3rd
2017 VTTA National Champs 25 mile 2nd
2017 VTTA National Champs 30
mile 2ND
2017 VTTA National Champs 50
mile 1st
British Age
Records: 10mile 21.08, 15mile
34.56, 25mile 55.12.
National VTTA Short Distance
BAR
3rd
Yorkshire
Short Distance BAR 1st
Melvin Hartley:
2nd Imps RR,
2nd Clifton RR, 1st Condor RR.
Election of Officials - All re-elected unopposed -
President, Brian
Sunter
Treasurer,
Paul Gower
Racing
Secretary, JD Smith
Secretary,
Peter Horne
Annual Dinner & Presentation - It was agreed to once again hold
the Dinner & Presentation at the Robin Hood, Cragg Vale. As all the Sunday
dates considered clashed with cycling commitments Phil Sanderson is to explore the possibility of
holding the event on Saturday 3rd February.
Any Other Business -
John Ginley
confirmed that the LVRC Condor Road Race would be held on Sunday 1st of July.
Paul Gower
proposed that long standing members Eric Walker and Phil Tempest should be
awarded life membership. The proposal was seconded unanimously.
Neil King
proposed that the club become involved in the organisation of new fund raising sportive
for Overgate Hospice to be held on Friday 28th and Saturday 29th September. There
was general agreement.
Tuesday, January 16, 2018
AGM Monday 22nd January @ The Travellers, Hipperholme. 8pm
AGM Monday 22nd January 2018. 8pm at The Travellers, Hipperholme.
A bit later than normal (I blame my exile in Queensbury). Please try and attend and let me know if you have anything for the agenda.
JD is hoping to be updated with 2017 results so we can work out who's won the silverware. I think Road Race, TT and Off Road may be easy to sort but we need total distances for the Audax/Sportive/Reliability Trophy (total distance ridden in 2017 in organised non races, ie Audax's, Sportives and Reliability Rides).
Please mention the AGM to any Condors you may come across in cafe's, pubs or hospitals.
A bit later than normal (I blame my exile in Queensbury). Please try and attend and let me know if you have anything for the agenda.
JD is hoping to be updated with 2017 results so we can work out who's won the silverware. I think Road Race, TT and Off Road may be easy to sort but we need total distances for the Audax/Sportive/Reliability Trophy (total distance ridden in 2017 in organised non races, ie Audax's, Sportives and Reliability Rides).
Please mention the AGM to any Condors you may come across in cafe's, pubs or hospitals.
For those not aware the Condor Road Club Facebook page has more or less taken over from the Condor Blog. Access it here https://www.facebook.com/search/top/?q=condor%20road%20club or just go on Facebook and search for Condor Road Club.
Saturday, January 13, 2018
Lost Sheep on Isle of Skye
In the absence of our good shepherd Peter, the rest of us lost sheep will have to make our own way. The suggestion is Isle of Skye meeting in Hebden Bridge at 9:30. Cafe to be decided but probably Holmfirth.
Saturday, January 06, 2018
Silverdale Sunday
Several members have entered a strangely named Audax in York this weekend: http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/18-611/ and for everyone else we can offer a regular club run from Keighley 9:30am up to Silverdale and Settle.
Thursday, December 21, 2017
Sunday 24 December - Christmas Eve Ride
Peter has proposed meeting 09:00 in Denholme (09:30 Keighley) and heading to the cafe at Airton.
Saturday, December 16, 2017
Friday, December 01, 2017
Grimpy Retains Worlds Title and Paul's Triumph in New Zealand
News is filtering through from Belgium that our very own Grimpy (aka John Ginley) has today retained his UCI World Masters Cyclo Cross title on the demanding purpose built course at Mol.
Congratulation from all your team mates John, perhaps now you can give us an easier ride next Wednesday.
Whilst John has been conquering all before him, our Southern Hemisphere team has been riding high in the antipides. Here's Pauls report of his recent MTB win.
85km Huka Challenge
Firstly
congratulations to all the Pyskil Team for outstanding performances and the
many PB's that are just reward for all the training and commitment in
the build up.
Being from the
"Dark Side" I fancied the Huka this year and entered with the
normal intention of having a few training/recce' rides to get a feel for
the course. Unfortunately I only managed a very limited couple of rides when
assisting NZ Fire Service run their National Champs there last month, however I
did ensure I climbed the "Grinder" that would be included twice in
the race to assess one of the biggest climbs.
On Friday for a
leg loosener and a bit more familiarisation I took Lynda for a spin out on the
first 30kms of the course along the very scenic river past Huka Falls and on to
the Aratiatia Dam and back. Whilst helping her with one of the little
climbs she fell off and the air was blue!! I let her calm down and eventually
really enjoy the ride
I entered Group 2
with the predicted time of 5 hours that seemed about right having checked last
years performances. Whilst lining up I noticed in Group 1 a NZ Fire Sevice
rider who had come second in the Champs and had won the over 60's Huka category
last year (just over 5hrs) and who was only slightly younger than me! I
purposely kept quite and hoped to see him later in the race?
We started and the
pace was reasonable with two riders one in NZ Army kit and the other an under
18 from Kerikeri who were clearly working hard passing other enthusiastic Group
2 riders, I latched onto them and by the time we passed the Bungy Jump off Spa
Rd we were leading the Group. We started to reel in Group 1 riders and
after approx 6kms I saw the Fire Service rider heading a group of 5 riders, we
quickly (and quietly) passed .them at a good pace that we maintained until
we entered the woods (approx 25kms) leading somewhere into the Craters Park.
The trails were
riding well and again we caught and passed several riders until we latched onto
a very good group led by 2 Ladies who were controlling the pace
and riding beautifully and were especially talented on the interesting
twisting terrain and descents!
We finally reached
the first ascent of the Grinder and rode it very steadily and I resisted the
urge to push on, over the top we held out our arms for an Hawian style bangle
to be placed over and kept proving we had climbed it during the second ascent.
The descent was very fast and part way down I shipped my chain causing me to
stop and quickly sort out before chasing back on. Once out into the open the
terrain changed to barron, dry, loose and twisty stuff that if you forced too
hard would have you sliding over the edge! I was right on the Girls wheels with
4 guys on mine when without warning the ground gave way causing my front wheel
to slide out throwing me and the bike tumbling down the embankment that was
covered in sharp brambles. The guys asked if I were okay and I told them to
crack on, with difficulty I untangled myself and the bike and scrambled
back up to the track checked the bike, my arm was bleeding from a few deep
scratches I removed some obvious prickles, checked that my half eaten
banana and gels were ok and set off!
Plenty of
adrenaline flowing now and after a couple of kms I latched back onto the Group
and settled down for a few kms. I suddenly felt something was missing and
reached for my pump, it was missing and had come out in the the tumble. This
was worrying but no way of changing things so fingers crossed and a bit more
stress! I recognised we were approaching the Grinder again and this time I
couldn't wait and pushed on hard quickly getting clear and catching
another rider who I rode with almost to the end.
I ate the
remainder of the banana a second gel, had a drink from my bottle that was
getting down and might run out. I had passed two stations and knew there
was another somewhere and would/should take on fluid there.
There was about
20kms to go I felt good when we came out into the open and the last drinks
station I stopped and downed 3 cups of electrolyte and the helpers commented on
the blood and I smiled and said I was getting too old for this .
I recognised the
tracks near to the Craters car park that twisted you around the Ferret and
Tourist trap. I was on my own at this stage and the Ferret seemed to go for
ever making me think was I doing it twice when without warning I hit something
hard that stopped me dead and threw me off, my right leg (hammy) cramped badly
and I feared I might have punctured my front wheel! Thankfully no damage just a
fright and reconcentration!
We caught several
of the short course riders including one very talented young man who I
followed through tight single track for a couple of kms before passing and
congratulating him, one for the future.
We were
approaching the woods before the lookout over Taupo and I thought we must
be doing another loop as I had about 73kms clocked? I recognised the track and
mentioned it to another rider who said no its straight to the finish, I didn't
need any more encouragement and accelerated across the field up the incline
across the temporary bridge down across the field up Ferry Rd where we
were camped and merged into the finishing straight rubbing shoulders with a
startled roadie, keeping the hammer down until I crossed the timing mat
"no repeat of last years balls up"!!
I had no idea of
time throughout the ride and at times whilst climbing in a group felt to be
losing time. I am happy with the 4hrs 35mins thinking it might have been
longer. I finished 19th overall (230 riders) winning my category
with plenty in the tank recording 78kms and expecting another few kms, I will
know for next time and as always its about preparation. Definitely Group 1 next
time.
Fantastic event
extremely well marshalled by cheery people (thank you all) and very well
route marked. Come on you Roadies consider some proper riding next
year? Lynda's
still removing prickles.
Monday, November 13, 2017
Bonus Condor Jerseys
I've been sent a couple of extra club jerseys by mistake by Force GB . Both are size 'medium' but that is too small for me. I'm looking for a club member that they would fit to give them a good home. That means up to 38" chest and someone who looks more like a racing snake than a frequenter of public houses.
If you are interested then let me know and we can arrange a handover.
Ian
If you are interested then let me know and we can arrange a handover.
Ian
Saturday, November 11, 2017
12 November - 9am Keighley
With Peter committed to the Eureka Audax, Uncle Nigel suggests meeting 9am in Keighley headed for Burnsall on what hopefully will be a dry and sunny day out.
Saturday, October 28, 2017
Sunday 29 Oct - West Marton
The suggestion this week is 9am Keighley (put your clock back and get an extra hour in bed) for a roaming route to West Marton.
Thursday, October 19, 2017
This is Paul Daly's Fire Fighters World Champs report from last month. As most know Paul has now returned to New Zealand (so you can can now come out of hiding). An excellent report just spoilt by the fact I can't work out how to copy the photo's from the Word document.
Thanks for the report Paul, hopefully when you come over in 2018 I will be back home and have more time to arrange some real challenges - I do have a few things in mind.
8 – 9 September 2017
Montignargues – Nimes
– France
When
considering my UK holiday dates I included sufficient time to attend the World
Championships if several logistics worked out. Having been plagued with
persistent hamstring problems particularly in the lead up to and competing in
the Masters Games in April would it flare up again or could I achieve the
necessary training required to be in condition to defend my title from
Switzerland 2015, there not being an event in 2016.
It
was great meeting the old Vets Wednesday Gang and revisiting old routes, cafes
and exchanging the usual banter! Pete my former partner in crime and principle
architect in finding “interesting challenges” did not disappoint and we were
soon riding the Yorkshire Dales in all its glory. The Tan Hill 200km (132mls)
with 13000ft of climbing being a stand out day at the office but most
importantly the severest test of the legs that would also indicate general all round
condition. Thankfully it was a dream day perfect weather, fantastic scenery and
very good
Yorkshire
Three Peaks in the background.
My
lifelong friend John and co-founder of the British Fire Service Mountain Bike
Section as always was keen to attend the Championships and had researched
entries, sponsorship, travel and accommodation arrangements. We completed the
numerous administration hurdles, authority approval, licences, insurance,
medical, entry fees etc. Now only one problem I needed a bike, problem soon
solved Damien my sons mate lent me his eight years old Scott Spark 26er (more
later).
I
fettled the bike with new tyres, tubes, chain, brake pads and tightened the
headset and soon all was good. Whilst not as nice (smooth or fast) as my 29er
hung in the shed at home, several familiarisation rides later we were old
friends. I also appear to be known for the condition of my shoes so I purchased
a new pair of Diadora X Vortex Comp!
In
the planning stage I noted that the race venue was fairly close to Mont Ventoux
(Giant of Provence) and an iconic 23km Tour de France climb where the legendary
Tommy Simpson sadly collapsed and died just 2kms from the summit. I asked John
if he minded that we detour on route home to climb the mountain and cross off a
bucket list item. Bless him at 74 years young he enthusiastically agreed.
Part
of my preparation always involved arriving at the venue days before race day to
allow total familiarisation with the course practicing lines, identifying
hazards, assessing the climbs, checking out opposition and thinking strategy.
We
packed Johns car with everything apart from the kitchen sink (somehow) and set
off on the 300 mile journey to Dover to catch the ferry to Calais making very
good time catching an early ship gaining an hour ahead of schedule. We pressed
on for a further 100mls before checking into the motel to end a good day
We
decided to use the toll roads on the journey down and after a long second day
we checked into the motel leaving ourselves only 80 miles to the venue. Being
from Yorkshire and cost conscious we had regular stops where we brewed our own
and enjoyed fresh baguette, cheese and ham at minimal expense,
Arriving
in Montignargues it was a hill top village with no sign of any motel/hotel
accommodation, I asked John where were we staying and it quickly became
apparent the school field set aside for camper vans was to be our home for the
next three nights. We pitched the tent (including the toilet tent) near to a cold
water tap (luxury) and we were set, including not showering for three days,
does Froome operate like this!?
I
was keen to explore the village and ride the course we registered met many old
friends and rivals, prepared the bikes and set off to ride the course where it
quickly became apparent it was very technical, rocky, serious drop-offs, narrow
wooded tracks and loose rocky climbs. I rode ahead and waited for John at
intervals to ensure he was okay. About half way around I became worried that he
had not appeared so I started walking back to eventually find him walking
toward me with a blooded nose deep grazes to his arms and legs and a punctured
front wheel. He had pinch punctured and clipped a tree in the narrow woods that
catapulted him over the bars. We walked back and the first class organisers
attended to his wounds, thankfully none more than cuts, grazes and bruises. I
left him and set off to complete the course.
I
caught a couple of riders one I recognised as a French rival so I put an effort
in and rode away from them (psychological advantage to me), just past where
John had crashed I pinch punctured and crashed resulting in a few bruises!! The
French lads came by and asked if I were okay (advantage lost). I walked back
with serious concern regarding the puncture risk!
John
had been patched up, we repaired the bikes and pumped the tyres hard.
The
opening ceremony and pasta party was enjoyable but I needed to sleep as the
race start time was 8am. The normal routine followed nervous anxiety, little
sleep and up with the larks, breakfast, final bike check and repeat toilet
visits.
The
start of the race included a loop through the village streets a short country
loop bringing you under the start/finish banner onto the main course. Being
defending Champion I was seeded 1 and on the front row of six riders. I had
warmed up well knowing I needed to be near the front going into the narrow
woods. The gun went off and but for a
short period I was never headed I hit the first climb flat out and maintained
it over the top where the drop off was loose and technical, as I turned the
bottom corner I looked for the chasers and initially none were close I raced
through the finish area and out into the streets where I could hear my Italian
friends cheering and telling me to slow down.
I
was on maximum concentration scrutinising the course looking for good lines
(what there were) and keeping everything crossed. The big climb I had ridden in
practice was faster to run cyclo-cross style and gained me more time. I had
several offs slipping on loose chippings and dust and headbutted a low branch
that failed to knock any sense in! The suspension control lever was badly
positioned for me and sliced my hand on one of the offs but nothing to worry
about.
Once
I had climbed the last hill I could start to relax knowing if necessary I could
ride any flat or run to the finish. As I approached the line I spotted John and
caught and clipped him on the helmet before I crossed the line saving him
another lap and it was over.
The
ceremony was pretty emotional I never get over receiving the rainbow jersey,
the national flag being lofted and the national anthem being played, all over
in a flash really and the thought of never being there again always makes it
more special to try and savour the moment.
Sharing
the podium with two French riders Joel whispered that’s three times he has have
been second to me so I promised him next year I won’t attend (hmm)?
Once
again in Lynda’s absence I gifted my flowers too Chantel our very long time French
friends and who we dined with that night along with Alain and Jo in their
camper van. (I mention above more later), Gerard and Alain started telling us
how one of the other riders in my category parked nearby had been dismissive of
my borrowed bike as he was riding a new Specialised “S” Works etc. He promptly
opened the window shouting at the rider that he could now swop bikes if he
wanted, the French and a Suisse rider came into the van looking a little
humbled and worse for alcohol giving me a cuddle and was very affectionate, I
have raced them both several times before.
Sadly
we said our au-revoir’s broke camp and headed for Ventoux.
In
Bedoin we parked in the local Fire Station pulled out and assembled the road
bikes (including my handbag). Looking across the valley we could see Ventoux
where the top was covered by cloud, we set off riding through Bedoin at the
start of the 23km climb.
We
climbed steadily and the mountain was very busy with cyclists, motorcycles and
classic cars having their own journey and after a magnificent effort by John we
made it too Tommy Simpson’s
Memorial
where we paused for piccies and thoughts. Then onto the summit 1904m for more
pics and taking in the breath-taking views of area with a now beautiful clear
blue sky.
We
donned layers of clothing for the cold descent and were soon back at the car
and thinking of where we might stay that evening?
I
have climbed several big mountains and Ventoux did’nt disappoint and should be
on any riders “bucket list” fantastic!!
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
Sunday 15th - Airton
As advertised on Strava we had a pleasant run out to Airton via Cowling Hill with Steve T joining in and hopefully not suffering too much afterwards. The chap who kindly stopped to take this photo for us said 'back up a bit' and Nigel has only just got to his feet after a sudden slide toward the wet bit - that lane is more slippery than it looks!
Friday, October 06, 2017
Season of Mists - 8 Oct 2017
http://www.westyorkshiresr.org.uk/event/season-of-mists-3/?instance_id=451
Sets off from Mytholmroyd community center at 9am prompt.
Be early to sign in - you don't want to be chasing up Heptonstall Hill trying to get back on.
Sets off from Mytholmroyd community center at 9am prompt.
Be early to sign in - you don't want to be chasing up Heptonstall Hill trying to get back on.
Saturday, September 23, 2017
Sunday 24th - 3 Peaks
Meet 09:00 in Keighley for a ramble to Horton-in-Ribblesdale cafe and Helwith Bridge to watch to finish.
Saturday, September 16, 2017
MTB Sunday 17th Sept
Meet Salterhebble Locks 9am for Stoodley Pike, Blackstone Edge, Hollingworth Lake Windy Hill, Buckstones etc.
Saturday, August 26, 2017
Sunday 27th August, Club Run
Thursday, August 24, 2017
Thank's from Gordon
Condor Road Club founder Gordon Turner (aka The Ancient Britain) passes on his thanks and best wishes to all those members and friends who attended his 90th birthday bash or sent him congratulatory messages for reaching this momentous milestone in such fine fettle.
Friday, August 18, 2017
Sunday Club Run & Monday evening social
This Sunday 20th August, meet Denholme Gate 8.30 or Keighley 9am, destination to be democratically decided on the day, all welcome.
Monday evening social, an informal club meeting is to take place at The Travellers, Hipperholme at 8.30pm On Monday 21st August. All welcome,
Saturday, August 12, 2017
13/8 - Darnbrook Doddle
If you haven't entered the Tan Hill 200 already then it is now too late and there is no EoL.
So instead we can offer you 9am KEIGHLEY for Airton via Darnbrook.
Ian
So instead we can offer you 9am KEIGHLEY for Airton via Darnbrook.
Ian
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