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21 Aug 2008 SRC are organising a Cyclo Cross Event on 14 September 2008 - details

21 Aug 2008 Tuesday and Thursday chaingang. For those of you who used to attend - yes, it's still on! The reason some of you may have been put off no longer happens. We now do approx. 6 laps of the old Creech race circuit. Little traffic, no traffic lights, head wind in short bursts - it's really good! Meet up at Creech Castle or Walford Cross same times as before (laps start from Walford Cross). See you there! Rich Gillingham.

11 Aug 2008 I'm hoping to go to La Santa, Lanzarote again this November for the 'bike week(s)'. It would be great if a few from the club could come too. If there is enough interest I'll look into getting a special price for a shared room(s). Dates are between Oct 30th - Nov 14th, I'll probably just go for 1 week unless its a great deal! Flights can be arranged from Bristol. You can take your own bike or there are decent Cannondales available over there, either inclusive for the more basic or 85euros for the carbon one.
Its a fabulous week. The second week coincides with the 'tour of Lanzarote' on the 9th Nov. Email Mike Waterjohns if you are interested.

24 July 2008 From Simon Coles - a big thanks to Leigh yet again for doing a great job at Ilton, keeping the pace so high and pulling every move back in allowing me to make a last lap break on my own, take the win and gain my 2nd cat licence. Cheers, Simon.

14 July 2008 There is a 40kms 4-up event promoted by CS Dynamo on Sunday 17th August at 8am. The course is rolling with a fairly stiff climb and is completed twice.

The SRC are on a roll at the moment and it would be great if we could perhaps field a few teams.

Please reply to Tim Reeves as soon as possible if you're able to ride.....even if you're not a 'regular' there is usually a good prize list for all, and we'll put some teams together.

14 July 2008 A few of us are already thinking ahead and are planning an early season 'training camp' in Majorca. Flights are now available on easyjet and we will be planning to stay in Palma Nova. If you haven't been before. it's really a great place to visit and the cycling is really second to none.

Those that have already booked will be leaving on 19th March and returning on 26th.... Again, it would be good to get a group of us together for some serious riding & socialising !! Tim Reeves

4 July 2008 - The video of the TVCRA 4-Up Team Time Trial can now be seen at www.itvlocalgrassroots.com. Just Enter “TVCRA” in the Clip Search box to reach the film. Alan Braley - 1st Chard Wheelers and British Human Power Club

4 July 2008 - The Bower Hinton Bike Ride that takes place on Sunday September 7. The Bower Hinton Bike Ride is a sponsored event that is organised to raise money for the Orchid Cancer Appeal. Orchid was the first registered charity dedicated to funding research into diagnosis, prevention and treatment of male cancers.

The ride is organised for the more adventurous cyclist as well as families and therefore we have 3 routes: 7.5, 15, and 30 miles, which work to allow cyclists of all ages and abilities to join in and have a fun day. This is an annual event that not only raises money for Orchid, but that also promotes cycling. Whilst it's a non-competitive event, people do pride themselves on their times.

All routes will be well signed and marshaled. Refreshment stops will be available on the 15 and 30 mile route. All routes start and conclude at the Rose and Crown pub, Bower Hinton. Food as well as alcohol will be available at the pub!

With the decline in deaths from lung cancer, prostate cancer is becoming the most important cancer issue in men. There are over 30,000 cases diagnosed each year, with one man dying every hour of prostate cancer. When caught at an early stage the survival rate from testicular cancer is over 98% - but men need to know what to look for! The Bower Hinton Bike Ride, as well as promoting cycling, seeks to raise awareness of these previously neglected diseases.

Last year 40 cyclists took part and we raised £2,500 for Orchid. This year we are aiming at 100 cyclists and seek to raise £5,000. We need your help to achieve this! Please consider joining us for this event, and please tell all your members and friends.

Full details can be found at our extensive web site: www.bowerhintonride.co.uk or by contacting me, Andy Robinson on bowerhintonride@aol.com.

4 July 2008 - We have recently converted our barn into 2 beautifully finished cottages near Alston, Cumbria; (C2C, Pennine Way and other hilly delights). We have also built a secure stone cycle store for each cottage to encourage cyclists to visit us. For the remainder of 2008 we are offering a 20% discount for club cyclists booking with us. If they phone us (01434 382322) we can give a discount code to book online at www.hudgillfarm.co.uk. John & Jane Sheahan

4 July 2008 - New Tea Room opened in Langport. On the ground floor, with cycle racks and parking where you can see your bikes. Just over the bridge as you enter Langport from the Taunton side. The Old Wharf, Great Bow Yard, Langport (by the Eco houses) 01458 254354.

19 June 2008 - Pinarello Prince, Blue, 54cm. Chorus 10 spd, Selle flite saddle, ITM bars. Wheels Record hubs/Mavic Open Pro with new Conti 4 Season tyres. Unmarked £1400 ono.

Argos micro Low Pro TT bike with aero forks. Unused since respray. Chorus brakes, gears, 10 spd cassette, new Record B/B and H/set. FSA carbon chainset. Profile Tri bars with Dura Ace bar end shifters. Matching Selle saddle. Corima four spoke wheels with Atlanta Gold tubs. Suit 5’ 8” to 5’ 11” rider. £1400 ono.

Phone John Williams - 01454 626229 (home) or 0117 913 4071 (work) Or Tom Cox 07775 704791

15 June 2008 Greg Venn's phots from the recent SRC time trial are at http://www.photobox.co.uk/album/52244007

12 June 2008 - Brand New, Planet X rear Carbon pro disc. Fitted with new Tufo Tub and 9 speed shimano Cassette. ( will take 8, 9 or 10). New price £399 plus tub and cassette £295 ovno ( Cammish does 19s with the same disc and tub)

Zipp 440 front wheel fitted with Conti podium tub. Used twice! £150 ovno

Dolan size 3 sloping black stealth track frame. Brand new and fitted with new Alpina headset and Prolite Carbon blade forks. Bought for £295 £ £195 ovno

( Forks have drilling for front brake so testers can ride fixed)

Brand new Carnac Antares MPS3 road shoes. Black/yellow/grey. Size 40 on shoe but more like slim fitting 38/39. Never had plates fitted with box. £25

All still available in West Buckland near Wellington.(12.6.08)

Call Gary on 01823 652808

19 May 2008 - 2007 Campagnolo Record Carbon Crankset. Very good condition. 53/39 New 53 chain wheel. 172.5
(The Crankset will be available in Bridgwater UK from beginning June.)

£200 o.n.o. If interested, please text Derek Henson (Italy) 0039 348 906 8394.
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