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On the site this week, we have all the action from the World Mountain Bike Championships. With GB riders picking up medals in both Downhill and Cross-Country there was plenty to celebrate, but also heartbreak for at least one rider. Catch up with all the action with results, reports and dozens of photos from the event.

There are also reports and pictures from the final round of the Premier Calendar, where an old favourite wrapped up the title. And if you haven’t already seen it, have a look at the great photo feature on the recent Individual Cycle Speedway Championships – it’s physical and spectacular stuff!

PEDALS MEAN PRIZES! - PEDAL FOR SCOTLAND 2004

Pedal for Scotland, the charity bike ride for Bernardo's Scotland and CHILDREN 1ST on the 19th September, has managed to secure some great incentives for those taking part and raising money on the day. The ride, which runs 50 miles from Glasgow to Edinburgh, will be joined by members of the Scottish National Cycling team fresh from the Tour of Britain who will be able to give tips and encouragement to all the riders along the way. And as an added incentive to take up the challenge they have a couple of fantastic prizes which will be awarded in a special prize draw for all entrants including a Cycling Scotland racing jersey signed by Olympic Gold medallist Chris Hoy! To find out more information about the ride and to enter online please visit www.pedalforscotland.org alternatively ring the entry hotline on 0141 229 5359.

CYCLE 2004

Cycle 2004, the International Cycle Show, takes place from September 23 – 26 at the Business Design Centre in Islington and opens each day from 10 am. Thursday, the first day is designed exclusively for trade and media and the general public visit from September 24 – 26. For more details of what to expect and a comprehensive list of exhibitors visit the web site: http://www.cycleshow.co.uk You can also book in advance and save £2 on the admission price on the door via the web site or by calling the ticket hotline: 0870 126 1791. As well as the widest selection of products that are currently available, visitors will have the opportunity of gaining a glimpse into the future. It is customary at this time of the year for manufacturers, of both global and niche brands, to unveil to the trade what new lines they have on offer for 2005. A whole raft of trade shows take place across Europe to achieve this objective and visitors to Cycle 2004 can benefit from the timing to gain a preview of what they can expect to find in stores in 2005. Some 200 brands will be at the show and it is a veritable Aladdin’s cave for cycle enthusiasts - a compelling mix of products and services - brands, bikes and accessories - that will appeal equally to the competitive road and off-roaders as well as leisure cyclists, commuters and youngsters who just ride for fun. Established global brands such as Mongoose, GT, Scott, Specialized and Trek stand side by side with new entrants to the UK market like Fuji, Koga Miyata and Guru.

SOUND ADVICE ON CLUB WEBSITES

This sound advice was recently issued by the NW Division to all its clubs – we endorse it:
It has come to our attention that a number of cycling clubs in the North West Division are operating unmoderated forums as part of their websites. In a number of instances posts have been made on such forums by users who do not use their real names and which contain derogatory remarks about others. Such remarks could be seen by some as libellous. Allowing such activity only serves to bring bad publicity on both the club and the sport of cycling in the North West area. I would strongly encourage all clubs to operate only moderated forums on their websites, where the content of posts can be checked by a responsible person before publication. PLEASE TAKE ACTION NOW to avoid the possibility of your club becoming involved in legal actions resulting from material posted on your forums and websites.

Women’s track extravaganza: part deux! Another fantastic opportunity for women to try an afternoon of track training and racing at the novice friendly Reading Palmer Park Velodrome on Saturday 25th September. This follows on from the last womens event in August organised by Prime Coaching, which was a resounding success. The event is open to all novices from complete beginner up to road license category 2. Included in the cost of the day is coaching instruction from BC qualified coaches, BCF open race entry and use of a hire bike if you need it. At just £10 this is a day not to be missed. For further info contact: Jayne Toyne, tel: 07770 437267, email: miss.moneypenny@ukgateway.net Send entries on a track entry form along with cheque made payable to Prime Coaching to: Jayne Toyne 39 Bishops Court, Radcliffe Road, Croydon, Surrey CR0 5QH ( please also state your height if requiring a hire bike on the day)

The final round of the SXC Series 2004 is at Sidlaws near Dundee. A course famous for its climbs and bomb holes! The course will not be included in the 2005 series so it is the last chance to ride it for a while! For info on accommodation, go to: www.angusanddundee.co.uk

DOWNHILL

With a possible 70 points on offer, it's still close in the Elite rankings as we move into the final round at Caersws. Although it's mathematically possible for any of the top 4 riders to win, it's likely to come down to brothers Dan and Gee Atherton. A family double is on the cards as well. Rachel Atherton is heading up the Elite Women rankings with Helen Gaskell a close 2nd.

Event info: Format Live timing and effective transport, Sign on 7am until 10am, Racing 2 timed runs per event starting at 11am, Practice 8am until 11am

Marzocchi 888R - Come win them at Dragon rounds 10 and 11 at Wentwood. Prize supplied by UK Marzocchi Importer Windwave. Prize goes to the fastest rider over the weekend, who's it going to be?

COMPETITIVE ENDURANCE

The Marin Dusk 'til Dawn has run successfully for the last two years. The event is the brainchild of Chipps Chippendale and Ken Ward. The event lasts 12hrs starting at 8pm running through to 8am. The race sits somewhere between the Enduro 6 and the SSMM 24hr in terms of endurance. As Thetford is relatively flat with miles of Single track its an ideal first time solo race and suits single speeders. The turn out last year was very impressive at almost 334 riders. There were some impressive lap times and the atmosphere was great. The highlight has to be as the sunrises and you’er settling into your last few laps.

ENDURANCE CHALLENGE

As a general timetable rule the event will officially kick off on the 18th September 2004 at 12 noon with the opening of the event registration. At around 6 o'clock the pasta party will get started and at 10 o'clock on Sunday morning (19th September 2004) the first round of the Merida 100 will be started. Signing on will be open on the Saturday from 12pm until 8pm and will open again on Sunday morning from 7am till 8.30am. If you are not staying at Ruthin please make sure that you get to the event village / start and finish with plenty of time to register and to get yourself ready. The event village / start and finish will be signposted from Friday afternoon onwards.

CHARITY RIDE / CHALLENGE

The event is In Aid of Marie Curie Cancer Care & Eden Valley Hospice - Children's Unit. There is one Course of approximately 30 Miles and the entry Fee is £16.50. It all takes place between lakes Windermere and Coniston and can be found at postcode LA22 0QJ.

FOUR CROSS

Three time British Downhill Champion, Rob Warner presents 4X Unplugged. The event is strictly a "No Clips" flat pedal affair, so leave the ballet shoes at home. The event's open to Elite and Amateur riders 12 years old and above. following the familiar 3 Moto qualification format, riders will then move into the knock out stages and finals. Please note that this event is run on a Saturday. Hornton Hill is the location. They've just undergone yet another revamp, so it's a change from the NPS 4X track used in June. Go to: http://www.horntonhill.co.uk for directions. Entry forms available through MBUK magazine or further information through their website.

BMX

Braintree BMX club are hosting the East Anglia Club championships this year on Sunday 19th September with registration for racing closing at 11:00hrs and racing commencing at approximately 12:30. The Club would like to see a large turnout of local riders, young, old, new and veterans, so please make an effort to get along to this meeting and support the Club. For more information about local BMX racing contact the Watts family.

All riders must ride the category of their true age. It's the 4th consecutive year that Tiverton will host this event, so it must be good.

Winsford in Cheshire has a new local level track. They've recently fitted a new electronic gate, so it will make racing much more fun and competitive for a keen bunch of locals. Registration is from 10.30 until 11.30am and racing begins at Midday. It will be £3.00 to race and bikes and helmets are available to use. There will also be trophies for the first 3 in each class.

ROAD AND TRACK UPDATES

BALEARIC INTERNATIONAL MASTERS CYCLING WEEK - 11TH-16TH OCTOBER 2004
Entry details are now available from Paul West at BC HQ - paulwest@britishcycling.org.uk or visit www.webfcib.org

Entries will be accepted 'on the line' for the postponed Halifax Imps' Norland Road Race to be held on Sunday (19th) for 2/3/4 riders. Details are as detailed for the original date (5th September) i.e. 10 am start from the Greetland Sports and Social Club, Halifax. In particular the race distance is 105 km, therefore points will be awarded to the first 15 over the line. Further details from race organiser - Sean Smith on 01422 341101 / the.smiths@zen.co.uk

JP's Sussex Border Race
JP's Sussex Border Race to be held on October 3 at Rowlands Castle on the Sussex/Hampshire border. Starts at 9.30am and is open to E123, 120 kilometres. A race in the style of, and a tribute to, John Pendleton. Incorporating
the Martin Sparkes King of the Mountains Competition. First prize - Minimum of £200 cash, plus trophy and winner's sash. KOM - £50 cash, plus trophy. Prizes for all categories. No one will go away empty-handed! The return of the classic Sussex Border Race on a new interesting course based upon three circuits. Featuring the climbs of the Westmardenberg, Comptondownberg, Chaltonberg and Deanlaneendberg.
Entries £10 (payable to M Costello Closing date 19th September. EOL £15.):
Organiser - Tim Costello Hunter Springs, Walderton, Chichester PO18 9ED. (Please use standard BC
entry form) 023 92 631 839 07761 971 407
jprace@huntersprings.com
www.southdownvelo.org.uk

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