Juniors in action
Wednesday saw the first White Rose League at Wombwell – second in the series. This circuit varies from Richard Dunn, it is slightly shorter but much more technical with more twists and turns to negotiate. The torrential rain last Wednesday did nothing to help the tricky conditions, bringing some riders off.
Overall once again the performances of the Wheelers were superb. In the U16 boys Oli Futrell improved on his first performance at Richard Dunn by taking 3rd in the time trial and 6th in the road race, giving him 5th overall and 15 points. In the U14 boys Jacob Scott unfortunately came off in the road race due to the conditions but went on to improve his overall standing in the National Closed Circuit Roads series later on in the week (see below).
In the U14 girls Rebecca Addy continues to improve with 5th in the TT and 5th in the road race giving her 5th overall and 4 points. In the same age group Alex France was 6th in the TT and 7th in the road race and Sophie Williams was 8th in the TT and maintained the same position in the road race.
Lewis Byram continues to lead our U12 boys with a very good 2nd in the TT and 4th in the road race giving him 10 points and 4th overall. Close behind, despite his younger years, Joe Williams was 4th in the TT and 5th in the road race, giving him 5th overall and 5 points. On his debut ride Ben Dickinson did well to be placed 6th in the TT and 7th in the road race, with Andrew Farquhar close behind, 7th in the TT and 8th in the road race.
Lucy Farquhar was our only U12 girl at Wombwell and picked up some good points with 2nd in the TT and 2nd in the road race. Younger brother Nicky represented our U10 boys with 9th in the TT and 6th in the road race. Our best results at Wombwell came in the U10 girls with twin sisters Lucy and Erica Byram dominating the girls race. Lucy just beating Erica in the TT and gaining maximum points, with 1st and 2nd placings respectively and the same in the road race, putting Lucy in 1st place on 20 points and Erica in 2nd place on 14 points.
As mentioned early Jacob Scott was unlucky to fall off his bike and get some nasty cuts and bruises at Wombwell on the Wednesday evening, but he was up and back on his bike for another 3 days of racing at the weekend. Jacob was representing Yorkshire in the North West Youth Tour 3 day event which began on Saturday along the promenade in Blackpool. With howling winds blowing off the sea it was a day for the strong riders of which Jacob is one. He was 7th out of 32 riders in the 1 lap time trial in the morning and 5th in the afternoon in the 18 mile road race – Jacob was the victim of the high winds and some ‘litter bug’ as a plastic bag blew into his rear wheel forcing Jacob to stop and remove it! Overall after day one he was placed 6th. On the Sunday all change with the weather, perfect calm and warm conditions for the 12 mile road race where Jacob was placed 3rd. In the afternoon he had to race back the 12 miles he covered in the morning and took 5th position, again giving him 5th overall. On Monday at the Preston Sports Arena Jacob was disappointed to only be placed 8th in the 20 mile road race, after being ‘cut-up’ by another rider. Over the 3 days he gained 5th overall, an excellent result for 3 hard – but rewarding – days of cycling.
For all you budding Junior cyclists Go Ride, run by the Wheelers is now running every Thursday evening at Sands Holmfirth from 7 – 8pm with coaches David Williams and Rachael Mellor. Come along to learn new cycling skills and have fun – cost is £1. Please bring suitable clothing, well maintained bike and a helmet.
Posted in News, Press, Results, Youth on the 26th May 2009Aire Valley Cycles Road Race
Richard Binks on his way to 7th place, supported by Ben Kellet, who despite being up against 2nd cat riders put in a solid ride.
Photos by Flaming Photography
Posted in News, Photographs, Press, Results, Youth on the 5th April 2009Junior 5 Mile Time Trial Series
For: 12 to 18 years olds (must be 12 on day) at FARNLEY TYAS RECREATION GROUND, near Hey Wood, Farnley Tyas. Races held on quiet country roads, well marshalled and great practice for the beginner or more experienced time trialist. First rider off 6pm.
Next Races
- April 22nd
- April 29th
April 1st Results
- Ollie Futrell 14 mins 09 secs
- Jacob Scott 14.33
- Tom Golden 15.13
- Dan Akam 15.30
- Athena Mellor 16.52
- Leon Gledhill 17.36
- Hormonie Waterman 18.06
- Lucy Farquahar 18.32
- Alexandra France 21.29
April 8th Results
- Ollie Futrell 14 mins 15 secs
- Jacob Scott 14.46
- Lucy Farquahar 17.36
- Hormonie Waterman 18.07
- Sophie Williams 21.45
- Alexandra France 21.48
April 22nd Results
1. Ollie Futrell 14.16
2. Jacob Scott 14.37
3. Tom Golden 16.44
4. Athena Mellor 17.26
5. Lucy Farquahar 17.47
6. Hormonie Waterman 18.39
7. Alexandra France 19.51
April 29th Results
1. Ollie Futrell 14.10
2. Jacob Scott 14.35
3. Tom Golden 14.37
4. Leon Gledhill 15.58
5. Lucy Farquahar 17.46
6. Hormonie Waterman 18.25
7. Alexandra France 19.44
8. Sophie Williams 20.58.
This is the last event for this year. Congratulations to all riders. All of you have done good rides. The awards for this series will be presented at the Club dinner later in the year.
£3 per race or £10 for all four races – enter on the night. Riders are invited to come along and Try a Time Trial for one week – after that you must be either a first claim member of HVW or a second claim member (£5 annually)
ANNUAL HVW MEMBERSHIP FOR JUNIORS IS £5 – see membership page for details.
Contact: Rachael Mellor on 01484 664488
Club coach David Williams will be showing riders round the course on Wednesday 18th and 25th March – 5pm at Farnley Recreation Ground.
Download Entry Form – Map showing start
Posted in Events, News, Results, Youth on the 13th March 2009Ride over Sovereign 10 Course.
David Williams one of our club coaches is willing to take a run for year 7 upwards (11yrs plus) over the Sovereign 10 course
Meet at the start just above Sovereign Pub junction with New Mill / Denby Dale Road at 1PM. Dates for your dairy:
- 15th November
- 22 November
- 13 December
- 20th December
More information from David Williams on 01484 662242 or email deborahwilliams1963@btinternet.com
Cycle helmets must be worn.
Posted in News, Youth on the 7th November 2008Club Hill Climb
- Chris Sharp - 2 mins 24 secs .57
- Ivan Boyes - 2.38.09
- Julian Rank - 2.38.57
- Tarn O’Doderty - 2.43.38
- Owen Mitten - 2.44.32
- Ben Kellett - 2.53.45 [1st Junior ]
- Steve Rimmer - 2.55.26
- Graham Charles - 2.57.42
- Gordon Moss - 3.10.28
- Jack Breadstall - 3.18.35 [Junior]
- Wayne Bryan - 3.26.17
- James Kellett - 3.38.54 [Junior]
- Rachael Mellor – 3.42.39 [1st Lady]
- Athena Mellor – 4.03.25 [1st Junior lady]
- Nigel Thomas - 4.04.42
- Dawn Hartley - 4.11.57 [Lady]
- Max Gartery - 4.49.67 [Junior]
August Newsletter
Olympic Gold for Eddy Clancy
What a day Monday was for the Holme Valley Wheelers. It all started around 10. 30 am. Look North
wanted to film members of the club watching the team pursuit. Mark Wilcox’s was the chosen venue. At lunch time I did a live interview on radio Leeds. Then Jonathan Trollope and myself faced a Calendar Film Crew. Our congratulations were sent to Eddy on his wonderful ride.
End of Season Events
August 27 – Club Hillclimb Woodhouse Hill
August 30 - Open 50 Borobridge [R Mellor]
September 28 – RTTC Rudy Project [R Haigh]
October 11 – Open Hillclimb [D Tiffany]
Help is needed for all the above if we are to continue to run these events. Please contact event Secretary if you can help.
Dinner and Prize Presentation
Old Bridge Hotel
Holmfirth
6th December 2008
Details from Christine Tiffany 01484 604617
Youth Squad Velodrome sessions
Saturday 28th November, 4 pm to 6 pm
Saturday 27th December 1 pm to 3 pm
Contacts for Youth Squad
Mark Wilcox 01484 686313
Pete Root 01484 682574
Christine Tiffany 01484 604617
Latest Youth News
Our Congratulations to Ben Kellett, he has been asked to train with the talent team at Manchester.
Athena Mellor won the GHS Yorkshire Championship at Borobridge and now goes on to ride the National Final in September, together with Emily Harris age 13yrs.
The Youth squad will be out in force to ride many of the Hillclimb’s which take place in October.
Turbo Training Sessions
Starts Wednesday 1st October – 8 pm while 9.15 pm
Cost £1 per session.
Venue – Neiley [holmfirth Harriers HQ]
Ring Rachael Mellor for details – 01484 664488
RACING NEWS
The Sovereign 10 mile Time Trials are approaching their final month already. It seems in every aspect of life we have not had summer but especially so when you venture up to the Sovereign to ride the 10 course. Inevitably the wind is twice as gusty as further down the valley and the black clouds seem thicker and heavier. Consequently good nights producing good times have been scarce.Last week saw a good turn out with 18 local riders braving the strong breeze but fine weather. Only Steve Robinson rode a ‘fast’ time (24:11) for the sporting course with 2nd placed Steve Rimmer over a minute and a half behind, 25:56. Rachael Mellor was fastest lady in 27:58, Samantha Mannion next in 30:15 and H. Simpson 31:51 – a good ride for her first. Other riders on the night were: – Nigel Dickinson 26:53, Andrew Kerry 27:14, Mick Fothergill 27:23, Gary Terry 27:37, Nick Mannion 28:11, Huw Firth 28:37, Mick Cole 28:38, Greg Parkin 29:14, Gordon Moss and Ian Lindsey both in 29:18, P. Mullins 29:55, G. Laight 30:04, Chris Fisher 37:31. With just five 10 mile TT’s left competition will be hotting up for top spot, still held by Steve Rimmer, with Andrew Kerry moving into second. Samantha Mannion continues to lead the ladies competition.
Most of the regular riders were out early Sunday morning for the Yorkshire Cycling Federation 50 mile Time Trial on the normally fast course from Boroughbridge to Catterick and back. Despite the race starting before 7am the wind was already up and blowing straight into the riders as they headed out for the 25-mile turn around. After the race Rachael Mellor was heard to say she was going so slowly into the headwind that she was considering getting off to make sure her brakes were not locked on! Many riders called it a day as they fought against strong winds. But – as soon as you turned for home speeds jumped up almost 10mph to be cruising back to Boroughbridge with a roaring tail wind easily touching 30mph. Carl Saint (Yorkshire Road Club) still celebrating his recent Championship record easily won the event with a brilliant time for the day of 1 hour 45 mins and 48 seconds. Gary Terry was the fastest Wheeler home with a good time of 2:05:47, just 2 minutes outside his personal best – a good ride for the day. Next rider home was Andrew Kerry, using this ride as part of his training for his Ironman race in September, in a time of 2:10:45. Rachael Mellor was first lady Wheeler home with a time of 2:09:48, with Samantha Mannion coming in 2:22:05. Mick Cole from Huddersfield Road Club had a good ride for the conditions in 2:10:13, excellent for 63 years young!
Posted in Events, Ladies, News, Press, Results, Sov TT Series, Youth on the 21st July 2008Youth 5 mile Time Trial Series – Race 3
Race 3 - 17 June 2008
- Jacob Scott – 16 mins 18 secs
- Jack Beardsell – 16.26
- Athena Mellor – 17.54
- James Kellett – 19.00
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