Old News Archive
Sunday's ride to Southwell tested club riders with it's 70 mile rolling course. Nine riders started out :- John, Greg, Andy R, Dave, Mat B-Q, Pete P, Mick, Gavin & Mark. John Elliott was on form winning most of the sprints, praised by his father Greg who commented 'John's ability is only seconded by his modesty. His natural athleticism runs in the family and I look forward to him surpassing my achievements in meaningful races.'
Harworth Club rider's TT results for the week.
Greg Elliott (Cuckney 18.5 mile)............47:07
Rachael Barker-Quick (Hatfield 10).......36:41
Mat Barker-Quick (Hatfield 10)...............25:34
Harworth Club rider's TT results from the 10 mile Hatfield-Blaxton circuit. Strong cross winds (again).
Mick Wainwright...............28:11
Pete Lees..........................26:18
Rachael Barker-Quick.......36:48
Gavin Hodgson..................27:19
Mat Barker-Quick...............25:19
Sunday's ride saw the welcome return of Club Secretary Lee-Ann, after having given birth to her baby boy, Ewan. Ten riders started out covering over 50 miles:- Lee-Ann, Jon, Greg, Andy R, Dave, Mat B-Q, Pete P, Mick, Nigel & Gavin.
Results from the Dinnington-Langold 12.5 mile inter-club Time Trial on Tuesday night. A nice fast start that then turns into a living nightmare!
Greg Elliott...................32:50
Pete Lees.....................33:39
Mat Barker-Quick..........33:52
Gavin Hodgson.............34:45
Glad that's over!
The Harworth club annual ride to Skegness was successfully completed by 11 riders on Saturday. Setting off at 6:30am and despite 4 punctures, the team took approx 4 hours to complete the 70+ miles. Following winds made the ride favourable, as did the reward of bacon sandwiches in Market Rasen and liquid refreshments at the end. Notable achievement of the ride goes to young Jack who, as a tribute to Tom Simpson, rode on a circa 1960's bike. This didn't stop him passing his father Keith on all the hills. Thanks to Andy for the organisation and thanks also to the support teams. Click on the images for the full sized photos...
Early start
Pit stop at Market Rasen
A good job done!
We saw a good turnout from Harworth riders in the NMRRL League, despite wet weather. Greg Elliott, Kevin Crawforth and Mat Barker-Quick all raced the shortened event. Greg beat Kevin on the line after 4 laps of the Harworth Circuit.
Greg Elliott and Kevin Crawforth were in action in the grueling LVRC Tom Simpson Road Race in Harworth. Winds of 25mph+ made the 10 lap, 60 mile race challenging. Click on the photos below for a full size image.
Greg in the pack
Kevin moving up the field
Sunday saw an impressive club turnout for the ride to Epworth, the largest seen for some time. Riders included:- Jon, Greg, Mark, Andy, Andy, Mat, Mat, Mike & Gavin. In total 9 riders stared at 08:30 from the pavilion and covered over 50 miles, finishing at 12:15 (inc cafe stop).
Harworth Club rider's TT results from the 10 mile Hatfield-Blaxton circuit. Strong cross winds.
Greg Elliott...................24:43
Mat Barker-Quick..........25:47
Gavin Hodgson.............27:38
Louise Howson, grandaughter of club rider Greg Elliott, raised over £600 for her school by riding 30k between Clumber Park and Sherwood Pines. The event which took place on Saturday 31st May was supported by her father Scott and brother Ryan. Well Done Louise! Click on the photo below for a full size image.
Can you assist us by marshaling on Sunday 22nd June at the Tom Simpson Road Race? If so please e-mail contact@hdcc.co.uk The race starts at 10am and requires a minimum of 12 marshals.
The Harworth & District CC Events Calendar has been updated here If you know of any events not listed or errors/ommissions then please email contact@hdcc.co.uk
Now that the Harworth & District Cycling Club web site has been running for a couple of weeks, let us know what you think. If you have any feedback regarding the web site layout or any news/events/results you would like to see on here then email it to contact@hdcc.co.uk
Aldi are selling cycling gear again this Thursday 1st May. Price wise they offer great value for money and generally the quality is good. They sell out fast though! Full details can be found here
Greg Elliott was in great form while racing in the Ray Levers Road Race in Torworth Nr Blyth on Sunday 13th April. He has been training hard over the winter in preparation for this years road race season and finished strongly in the Veteran D category. Other Harworth Club entrants were Mat Barker-Quick & Kevin Crawforth.
Pete Lees crashed out of the club sunday run on the approach to East Stockwith near Gainsborough. Pete received nine stitches to a nasty knee injury while new rider Andy Rogers sustained a dislocated collar bone. Both riders were taken to Gainsborough Hospital via ambulance. Pete commented "At least other riders will have a chance to win some sprints while I am convalescing".
