by MarkA
Wed Apr 11, 2007 8:18 pm
Reproduced from latest Cliftonite (currently in the presses):
22nd April sees the second running of the 3 Bridges 158km Audax Event
Starting and ending in Stamford Bridge the route takes us out over the Humber Bridge and back across the Boothferry Bridge at Goole via bridge no. 2 over the river Trent.
Who can ride? Absolutely anyone. All ages and abilities. There is a time limit (with a minimum speed of 15kph) but its not a race! Each rider will be given a card to carry round on the day. We collect stamps along the way at two friendly cafes and write down the answer to a question at the half way point. And thats all there is to it - other than cycling nearly 100 miles! If you can manage a couple of long rides in the run up to the event, all the better, but its fair to say you won't find a flatter ride on our runs list and if you are comfortable on a Saturday ride this is a great "next step". Its also a good test for anyone considering moving up to harder challenges later in the season.
Last year everyone found someone going at their pace if they fancied some company. A mix of riders from Clifton CC - some from the Sat rides, others Sunday regulars or racing members - rode round as a group. The going was steady and everyone looked after each other. If you fancy going a bit quicker stick near the front and i am sure you will find someone to push on with. Ditto if you just want to take your time and admire the view - the ride over the Humber bridge is something special.
The main thing is: don't miss this event. You know you want to be part of it. This is the perfect opportunity to go for a hundred miles in a day - whether its for the first time this year or the first time ever! Its also a great chance to meet cyclists from other parts of the country as well as catch up with other Clifton riders. Dont hesitate SEND IN YOUR ENTRY NOW!
How to enter. A link to the official entry form may be found on the Clifton website http://www.cliftoncc.org/static.php?content=three_bridges. Either print off and send to 11 Park Grove, York, YO31 8LG or else drop Mark an email with your name and address and he will sort out the paper work mark@parkgrove.org The entry fee is £2 but for insurance purposes we will have to charge an additional £1.50 if you are not a member of BCF, CTC or AUK (please supply the relevant membership number on the form / email). The extra £1.50 will go to Audax UK under whose regulations we run the event. Cheques payable to Mark Antrobus please who is happy to answer any questions you may have on 01904 621550.
22nd April sees the second running of the 3 Bridges 158km Audax Event
Starting and ending in Stamford Bridge the route takes us out over the Humber Bridge and back across the Boothferry Bridge at Goole via bridge no. 2 over the river Trent.
Who can ride? Absolutely anyone. All ages and abilities. There is a time limit (with a minimum speed of 15kph) but its not a race! Each rider will be given a card to carry round on the day. We collect stamps along the way at two friendly cafes and write down the answer to a question at the half way point. And thats all there is to it - other than cycling nearly 100 miles! If you can manage a couple of long rides in the run up to the event, all the better, but its fair to say you won't find a flatter ride on our runs list and if you are comfortable on a Saturday ride this is a great "next step". Its also a good test for anyone considering moving up to harder challenges later in the season.
Last year everyone found someone going at their pace if they fancied some company. A mix of riders from Clifton CC - some from the Sat rides, others Sunday regulars or racing members - rode round as a group. The going was steady and everyone looked after each other. If you fancy going a bit quicker stick near the front and i am sure you will find someone to push on with. Ditto if you just want to take your time and admire the view - the ride over the Humber bridge is something special.
The main thing is: don't miss this event. You know you want to be part of it. This is the perfect opportunity to go for a hundred miles in a day - whether its for the first time this year or the first time ever! Its also a great chance to meet cyclists from other parts of the country as well as catch up with other Clifton riders. Dont hesitate SEND IN YOUR ENTRY NOW!
How to enter. A link to the official entry form may be found on the Clifton website http://www.cliftoncc.org/static.php?content=three_bridges. Either print off and send to 11 Park Grove, York, YO31 8LG or else drop Mark an email with your name and address and he will sort out the paper work mark@parkgrove.org The entry fee is £2 but for insurance purposes we will have to charge an additional £1.50 if you are not a member of BCF, CTC or AUK (please supply the relevant membership number on the form / email). The extra £1.50 will go to Audax UK under whose regulations we run the event. Cheques payable to Mark Antrobus please who is happy to answer any questions you may have on 01904 621550.