On the site this week, plenty of news in the run up to the Ghent 6-days, with an interview with Dean Downing, who will be one of three Brits riding the main event. There’s also the latest on the two big domestic Track events coming up in the next six weeks or so, the 6^th Revolution and the World Cup Classic event in early January. Watch out next week for pics and report from the latest round of the Cyclo-Cross National Trophy.

Also on the site the classified ads, which goes from strength to strength and, according to the feedback we get, they really do work. Our web stats regularly indicate that the classifieds page is the third most popular part of the site, after news and results, with hundreds of visits per day, every day. GO THERE>>>

Don’t forget to book your tickets for the World Track Cup at Manchester’s Velodrome (7-9 Jan 2005). With a big money invitation Kerin and three days of top action involving a full-strength GB team, it’s just the ticket for blowing away those post-Xmas blues. Why not buy a ticket for someone as an Xmas present?

Ticketmaster: Tel 0871 230 2621 www.ticketmaster.co.uk

REVOLUTION SIX – MADISON LINE-UP LOOKING GOOD

Revolution 6 is living up to its name by bringing in some of the biggest stars of the European Six-Day scene to ride the event on December 4th at Manchester Velodrome. The highlight of the night will be a 20km Madison that will feature a host of international and domestic two-man teams. Already confirmed are Belgium team of Matthew Gilmore and Iijo Keisse, Scandinavian team Magnus Backstedt and Jimmi Madsen, on-form Dutch team Danny Stam and Robert Slippens and Swiss duo Franco Marvulli and Alexander Aeschbach. Among those taking them on will be GB pairing Chris Newton and Tony Gibb and two exciting young gun pairings, Mark Cavendish and Tom White, and Ed Clancy and Matt Brammeier. Tickets are available to purchase in advance from www.cylingrevolution.com or by calling 0700 594 2579. Tickets will also be available on the door.

DON’T MISS YOUR POWERPLAY OFFER

Powerplaydirect.com have an early Christmas offer for British Cycling members. Take a look and get those christmas gifts in early. Just enter the promotion code of CYCLING3 at the checkout stage. GO THERE>>>

MANCHESTER CYCLING DEVELOPMENT GROUP

Are you a BMX or Cycle Speedway Rider? Cycling Development Manager with Manchester Leisure, Paul Evans, is looking to form two new clubs in the city to cater for these disciplines and wants to hear from anyone interested in helping out. The plan includes building new national standard tracks and facilities for both these clubs. For more information please contact:

BIKES 'N' BITS - MANCHESTER, JAN 30TH

The traditional Bikes 'N' Bits cycle fair will be back for its 9th edition at the Manchester Velodrome on Sunday 30th January 2005. One of the biggest events of its kind, the fair fills the large track centre area of the velodrome and is always a huge draw with cyclists from all over the North of England. Retail, club and private stalls are all welcome and although a "Track" venue, a lot of the goods on sale are from across all the cycling disciplines and from across the cycling aeons. Whether you're looking for a piece of the latest kit at a knock down price or a toggle chain for your Sturmey-Archer 3-speed, it's the place to be. Doors open at 11am, entry is £2 adults and £1 concessions, with bargain-hungry under-5s getting in free! Further details and stall bookings on 0161 223 2244

There's a Cycle fair & jumble organised by the Glendene CC /Biketrax on Saturday 4th December from 11am to 3 pm. Admission is a snip at £1. There's a cafeteria & bike parking and total of 44 stallholders selling old and new cycle related items. Venue is Navestockside village hall, off A128 Brentwood to Ongar road, Essex.

2004 GB TEAM BIKE SALE

The GB Cycling Team is currently selling off its 2004 Trek Road and Mountain bikes. For sale are used bikes, new/boxed bikes and some new frames. The Road Bikes are carbon-framed with Bontrager Race-X-Lite wheels and dura-ace 10 speed. The mountain bikes are top-spec Fuel and 9.8 models. There is a discount for British Cycling members on some stock. For full details and to register your interest in any of the bikes, please contact Lee Green, GB Cycling Team Stock Manager on 07966 780 698, 0161 274 2054 or leegreen@britishcycling.org.uk

BRADGATE CHRISTMAS EVENT CANCELLED

Team Bradgate Christmas Road Race, scheduled for 27th December and listed in the Stop Press Section of the next Racing Calendar Magazine (due out next week) has been Cancelled.

NORTH MIDLANDS YOUTH SQUAD FIND NEW HOME

Go-Ride club, North Midlands Youth Squad, has at last found a new home at Wombwell Recreation Go-Kart track. Wombwell is situated about 5 miles South East of Barnsley. The club will meet this Saturday 20 November and again on Saturday 4 December from 10 am to 1pm. All riders under 16 years of age are welcome whatever their experience or ability. Coaches or potential coaches are also welcome - please contact Peter Root, Regional Coaching and Club Development Officer 07879 426 064 for further details.

NEW DATE FOR CENTREVILLE CROSS

The ABC Centreville Cyclo-Cross postponed in October due to travellers on the site, has now been re-arranged for Saturday 18th December. The venue is unchanged - Bowlee Community Park, Manchester road, Bowlee, Heywood, but all start times will be one hour earlier than previously published for the original date: under-12s 11:30 am, Youth 12:15 pm, Sen/Jun/Vet/Women 1:00 pm. Organiser Paul Whatmough, tel: 01706 361849

WEST MIDLANDS REGIONAL CONFERENCE

West Midlands Division are holding a conference on Saturday 11th December at the Earlswood Methodist Centre, Wood Lane, Earlswood (10 am start). It is aimed at current Organisers, Commissaires and Club Representatives. Its content will be aimed covering the impact of Regulation changes planned for 2005, whilst at the same time discussing the ever changing face of event promotion. In addition, initiatives to encourage a greater pool of event officials will be up for debate. Any person interested in attending this conference is encouraged to contact John Crawford - 01789 400 032 in the first instance for more info.

LARGEST EVER SPORTS CONSULTATION LAUNCHED

Former Ministers for Sport, Lord Colin Moynihan and Kate Hoey MP, have launched a comprehensive public consultation on sport and recreation. Views are being sought from everyone involved in sport in the United Kingdom, from individuals and amateur associations to professional bodies and competitors. This unique web-based discussion is part of the Independent Sports Review which was launched this summer. The online initiative will directly help to inform the outcome of the Independent Sports Review and all those involved in sport are encouraged to express their views at www.independentsportsreview.co.uk - The review will cover all aspects of sport from the playground to the Olympics.

FREE WORKSHOPS FOR CLUB OFFICIALS AND VOLUNTEERS

As an integral part of British Cycling’s club development and volunteer programmes, we have organised a series of workshops designed to equip your club officials and volunteers with the knowledge and skills that will help your club grow and develop. Spaces are limited so if you’d like to book a place, please contact your Regional Coaching and Club Development Officer as soon as possible (contact details below). Please see below for details of workshops around the regions

This workshop will show you how your club will benefit from opening its doors to all members of the community. Go-Ride Club Contacts need to attend this training, though the courses are open to club officials from all British Cycling affiliated clubs.

This workshop looks at raising money, attracting funding, getting sponsorship and successfully promoting your club. For anyone who is interested in raising money for their cycling club.

Location: Manchester Velodrome, National Cycling Centre, Stuart Street, Manchester M11 4DQ

This workshop will show you how your club will benefit from opening its doors to all members of the community.Go-Ride Club Contacts need to attend this training, though the courses are open to club officials from all British Cycling affiliated clubs.

What if there isn’t a course in my region?

If you are a club official or a volunteer from any British Cycling affiliated club who is interested in accessing free workshops in child protection, equity or funding, please contact your Regional Coaching and Club Development Officer (contact details below) who will assist you in finding a place on a workshop near you. The workshop programme will enhance your skills and knowledge and enable your club to develop and attract both adult members and young people from all sections of the community.

Regional Coaching and Club Development Officers Contact Details

Yorkshire and North East

Manchester

North West

West Midlands

East Midlands

Central

Eastern

South and South West

South East

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