On the site this week is a big report from the fourth round of the National Trophy Cyclo-Cross series, with some great photos of a chilly and muddy event. There’s also all the latest on the two big Track events coming up, next week’s 6^th Revolution and January’s World Cup Classic. Look out too for the national champions features which we are rolling out over the next couple of weeks, with full lists of champions and dozens of photos – look for the link in the left hand menu of the results homepage.

Also on the site the classified ads – click the link from the homepage to access this free and effective member service. GO THERE>>>

Next week the site will be bringing you reports from both the International Gala Dinner and British Cycling’s 2004 National Council meeting.

WORLD CUP TICKET DETAILS

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 – latest rider to sign up being Marty Nothstein - and three days of top action, it’s going to be one of the highlights of the 2005 season. Racing information: http://www.britishcycling.org.uk & http://www.worldtrackcycling.com

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

REVOLUTION SIX – MADISON LINE-UP LOOKING GOOD

The line-up of riders for Revolution 6 on the 4th December has been finalised, with Bradley Wiggins and Nicole Cooke two very exciting additions to the field. Bradley will be riding all the endurance events on the night and will team up with Rob Hayles for the Madison, which boasts some of Europe’s top pairings. Also confirmed are the Downing brothers who will be fresh from the Ghent 6. Nicole’s presence means that for the first time, Revolution organisers will be putting on an elite women's event, the Revolution Women's Points Race. The sprinters also have a packed programme, with MacLean, Hoy, Edgar and Queally among the riders taking on events such as the Keirin and the new 500m flying start team sprint. Tickets are available to purchase in advance from http://www.cylingrevolution.com or by calling 0700 594 2579. Tickets will also be available on the door. GO THERE>>>

PRIME COACHING AT NEWPORT

Prime Coaching have put out a final call for riders for Prime Coaching’s “Dubble Bubble” session at Newport Velodrome on the 29th December.The first session for women only is from 2pm – 3.45pm, Sign on as Novice, Intermediate or Expert. Cost is £10 plus £6 for a hire bike if required. Entries specifying Novice/Intermediate/Expert to Jayne Toyne at mailto:miss.moneypenny@ukgateway.net - the Second session from 3.45pm – 8pm is for Adults and Youths at £10 and £4 respectively. Plus the same deal on the hire bikes. 2 for 1 deal means women who wish to continue on from the first session can do so FREE. Entries to Keith Wilmot mailto:Kwilmot117@aol.com or tel. 0775 2582691 (e-mail preferred). Both sessions will include Dernys and are managed by Track Master Class Accredited Coaches. Session plans will appear on Prime Coaching’s website. GO THERE>>>

NEW CYCLE SPEEDWAY TRACK FOR NEWPORT

Newport cycle speedway club are to begin work on their new circuit at Newport’s international sports village on Monday 29 November. The club hope to be training in February in readiness for their tour to Australia at the end of February to contest the British lions and World cup championships. Club secretary Colin Simmons is grateful to Newport city council for all their support with the development.

NECCA 'CROSS - CHANGE OF VENUE

Round 4 of the NECCA Cyclo Cross League will now take place at a new venue in Hartlepool. Organised by the Stockton Wheelers CC it is a the Summerhill OutdoorCentre, Summerhill Lane, Hartlepool. The course designed by organiser Steve Noble, is a well known cross country running venue and will use varied terrain and possibly incorporate parts of the BMX track!

Directions: From A19 follow A689 towards Hartlepool. At the 3rd set of lights turn left (brown sign Summerhill) Next lights, turn right on to Catcote Rd and follow for 1.5m. After 1.5m, turn left into Summerhill Lane. Parking is in the car park at the top of the lane in front of the centre There is plenty of parking along with changing and hot showers. Thanks to the League sponsors (Science in Sport & Kinesis Bikes UK.) The event is British Cycling Cat B and will have a prize fund of £175.

SPORTS PERSONALITY – VOTE FOR A CYCLIST TODAY!

If you click on the link below you can vote for Bradley Wiggins, Chris Hoy (or any other leading sportsmen and women) in this year's BBC Sports Personality of the Year awards. It only takes a few seconds. A shortlist of contenders will be announced during the Sports Review of the Year programme on BBC One on Sunday 12 December and viewers will be invited to vote for their favourite on the night by phone, text, or interactive television. Among the other contenders for the award are Andrew Flintoff, Kelly Holmes, Amir Khan, Colin Montgomerie, Ronnie O'Sullivan, Matthew Pinsent, Wayne Rooney, and Tanni Grey Thompson. On the cycling front, the Scots are also sure to add Aileen McGlynn to the list of contenders, whilst Darren Kenny should also figure for his stunning Athens performances. GO THERE>>>

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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In this issue:

· WORLD CUP TICKET DETAILS

· REVOLUTION SIX – MADISON LINE-UP LOOKING GOOD

· PRIME COACHING AT NEWPORT

· NEW CYCLE SPEEDWAY TRACK FOR NEWPORT

· NECCA 'CROSS - CHANGE OF VENUE

· SPORTS PERSONALITY – VOTE FOR A CYCLIST TODAY!

· FREE WORKSHOPS FOR CLUB OFFICIALS AND VOLUNTEERS

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