On the site this week, there are reports, interviews and photos from the National Road Race championships for men and women. Both were outstanding races and all the action can be followed in detail on the site – there are links from latest news and results pages (linked from bottom left of home page). GO THERE>>>

There’s over 250 images from the weekend’s BMX National at Coppull, where the sun shone and the racing was truly spectacular. GO THERE>>>

Tom Southam’s latest diary has also been posted this week (latest news homepage). He reports, in his usual off-beat style, on his recent adventures in Italy, France and Finland. GO THERE>>>

The site also has its usual news and updates from the domestic scene in the UK and don’t forget that you can post a free classified advert on the site – simply look for the classified ad button on the homepage to find out more. GO THERE>>>

STILL TIME TO ENTER WELSH CRIT CHAMPS

The Welsh Criterium Championships are taking place on the 11th July and entries are still being accepted for all races. Already entered in the championship event are Julian Winn (Pinarello RT), Anthony Malarczyk (Ridley RT), Paul Sheppard (Cwmcarn Paragon) and Jamie Norfolk (Giant RT). The event is being held on the grounds of the University of Wales in Newport and there are support races for all categories. There is a separate championship race for women riders and entries are being accepted up to the 7th July (next Wednesday). Entries will be accepted after this date but will not be eligible for inclusion in the championships. Entries are also being accepted from non-welsh riders and there has been interest from riders far afield as India and New Zealand. There is easy access from the M4 motorway for riders willing to travel from the South of England. For more information contact the organiser Stuart MacDonald on 01633 670540 or 07866 527015.

A new prize draw has been launched on the www.Go-Ride.org.uk website. Every month, two lucky young riders will receive a brand-new Trek bike. All you have do to qualify for the draw is log on to the website and record a legitimate Talent Team sprint or endurance time or a Go-Ride Skills Test time. GO THERE>>>

The full Cyclo-Cross calendar for 2004-2005 is included in the latest issue of the Racing Calendar magazine, which is being dispatched to gold members and subscribers this week. For those who don't receive the calendar, or prefer the information in traditional format, the 2004-2005 Cyclo-Cross Handbook is also available, containing contacts, regulations, lists of past winners and photos as well as full event details. The handbook costs £5 from Cyclo-Cross Handbook, British cycling, National Cycling Centre, Stuart St., Manchester M11 4DQ - cheques payable to "British Cycling" please.

DAVID MILLAR

British Cycling is hoping to be able to release a statement about David Millar in the next few days. Please check the www.britishcycling.org.uk news page for a copy which will be posted as soon as it is available.

BRITISH CYCLING AND THE CPAG

British Cycling is the third largest contributor to the influential cycling campaigning group the CPAG (Cyclists' Public Affairs Group). The lobbying work we are involved in on their behalf and on behalf of all cyclists goes relatively un-noticed, but we hope to be able to keep you more up to date in the future through both this newsletter and the British Cycling website. The CPAG lobbies in Westminster and in Whitehall on behalf of 7 nationally significant cycling organisations, to bring the cycling viewpoint to opinion-formers and decision-makers. It works with Ministers, Civil Servants and all those in public sectors whose remit is relevant to the needs of cyclists.

· Sustrans (the charity promoting sustainable transport practical projects, including the National Cycle Network

BIKE WEEK 2004 FACT-FILE

Another major intiative with BC backing is Bike Week. The 2004 edition ran from 12 to 20 June. ‘Warm up’ events including ‘Dr Bike’ free cycle safety checks and cycling skills training sessions ran from 1 May to the start of Bike Week. These are the key numbers from the week:

TOUR OF BRITAIN ATTRACTS GLOBAL PARTICIPATION

This September’s Tour of Britain will have a truly global feel about it as the latest teams to sign up for this long-awaited event are based in Italy and the USA respectively. Panaria-Margres from Italy and The Navigators Insurance Cycling Team from the USA join Credit Agricole from France, Chocolade Jacques Wincor-Nixdorf, Lotto-Domo and Mr Bookmaker.com-Palmans from Belgium on the starting line-up in Manchester for the first stage on September 1st. Details of the full route are expected shortly.

CORNWALL TO GET NEW BMX TRACK

Cornwall BMX Racing club has had some fantastic news. Planning permission has been granted for a new track at The ATV center in Blackwater. The planning has taken years to come through, so now the hard work starts! Cornwall BMX Club is one of the oldest clubs in the UK and has been based near Truro since the early eighties.

RACING LICENCES

For those members who may not have a full racing licence, from 1st July all licences become half price. £15 for Seniors and £6 for Juniors. So if your thinking of entering your first mid-week circuit or track race or want to give a National BMX or Mountain Bike event a try, get in contact with membership services. It is easy and quick to upgrade, call on 0161 274 2010, or email membership@britishcycling.org.uk.

KENDA MIDLAND SERIES RD 3

The Kenda Midland Series returns to Wharncliffe Woods for round 3 on 4^th July. The 1st two rounds of the Kenda Midland Series were hugely popular and Rd 3 will hopefully continue the trend. A real Mountain Bike course will provide a great day of racing, with big climbs, great single-track and technical descents. Racing is from 10am All categories. Entry on the line. Camping available, Please bring your own water, non available on site. For more info go to www.shokwave-racing.co.uk or contact Alan Verney on 07941 140 199. No e-mails after Thursday please as he will be on site from Friday.

The Tour of Anglesey road race on July 25th 2004 is now open to Elite riders with the E,1,2,3 cat race starting at 10.30am an a smaller support race for 3,4,W,V and Juniors starting at 10.35am.

ROAD NATIONALS ON TV AND ON DOT TV

The Celtic Manor National Road Race championships can be seen on British Eurosport this Saturday at 1400 BST, 1500 CET. The 52 minute programme includes highlights of both the Women's and Men's championships on the tough Newport based circuit. It will also be available on Cycling.tv, the broadband TV station from Saturday

The Loddon road race, which was to have been held on 13th June, but had to be cancelled at very short notice due to last minute police objections to the course is rescheduled for the 1st of August on a nearby course. Those who entered Loddon and wish to ride the new V.C. Barracchi Summer RR do not need to re-enter. Otherwise entry details are below.

Nicholas Esser, 34 University Crescent, Gorleston, Gt. Yarmouth, Norfolk NR31 7QJ

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