To round off the mountain bike coaching sessions we have been running over the last 8 weeks there is a recap session on Saturday followed by a related round of the Best All Rounder competition. Hope to see you there,
Richard
Hi,
As it’s term holiday there will be no coaching on Saturday 7th April or Saturday 14th April. There is a coaching session running at Chopwell Woods organised by Alex McLean however which promises to be lots of fun. If you haven’t received details just email me and I will send them to you
Thanks,
Richard
This weekend at Hetton Lyons Country Park saw the CXNE Cyclocross Season come to a frosty end with Phoenix riders Jake Dobson and Thomas Hordon taking part. A second place finish on the day saw Jake into 2nd place overall for the U14 boys, an excellent achievement and great effort but unfortunately Jake just couldn’t catch first place Thomas Mein riding for MTS Cyclesport. A 6th place finish in his category on the day saw Thomas Hordon end up 4th overall in the U16 boys, another solid performance and very well done. Unfortunately due to a knee injury Louis Bonnin didn’t race but was 10th overall in the U14 boys, well done Louis, great commitment.
Congratulations to all riders who took part and hopefully a few more may be bitten by the CX bug for next season and represent the club.
On Saturday 18th February we have planned a day out at Chopwell woods. The day will consist of the following:
Please note: There will be no coaching at Blakelaw. Coaching times at Chopwell are the usual coaching times of 09:30 hrs & 10:45 hrs. Please see the google calendar for full details.
We will be running regular trips to Chopwell Woods and other places throughout the year.
See if you can all make it and I’ll guarantee it’ll be a great day.
We will be back at Blakelaw Park on Saturday 11th February learning about another Mountain Bike technique – Weight Shift. We hope to see you there.
The latest coaching calendar has been added to the website. It can be found by clicking on the Coaching Calendar link in the index or by clicking here
A good period over the Festive Season saw Phoenix riders, Jake Dobson almost complete a hat-rick of victories in the U14′s races, and Thomas Hordon with consistent performances but unfortunately no podium places, competing in the U16′s, both against strong competition.
Wins at Carlisle, South Shields and just missing out at Gateshead this weekend with an untimely fall/slip near the end of his race, it still proved a successful couple of weeks for Jake.
Overall in their respective categories for the Season Jake is sitting in 2nd place, Thomas 4th, and Louis 11th with just 3 races to go. Well done to them all, and keep going.Lets hope this may give a few more Phoenix riders the taste to have a go next season!!
More detailed results can be found on the CXNE website plus more info on what its all about and how to get involved if your interested. Apologies to Louis for not including any photos of him as I haven’t got any of you yet, that’s why.
I will rectify this at the next race your at.
There was an excellent turn-out for the 3rd Annual Santa Run, held for the 1st time this year along the coast from Tynemouth Priory to Blyth South Beach. We all managed to return in one piece despite a few slippy patches and a couple of offs, but if you will jump off the prom onto the beach then what do you expect? This maybe? or this?
The South Beach Cafe had their numbers swelled and their cakes depleated by our hungry peleton and we left refreshed and a good deal warmer for the ride back. Richie was the winner in the Youth Category of the best Santa Look-a-like competition with Deanna completing a clean sweep for the Allen family by winning the adult category. Prizes will be presented at coaching on 7th January
A Bit Muddy
Well done to Jake Dobson in this weekends National Cyclocross at Peel Park Bradford. Racing in appalling and testing conditions not unlike the Somme by all accounts, with a rear mech problem and a bit of carrying and a change of bike required to complete the race.
follow link to British Cycling to read more
On Saturday 17th December there will be no training as we are going on our annual Santa Run. This year we will be heading off to the coast. The route is from Tynemouth Battery Car Park, or St.Mary’s Lighthouse Car Park (the 1st one not the larger main one) along the coast to Blyth South Beach and back, with a tea stop at South Beach.
Everyone is welcome, including Mum’s & Dad’s, family & friends.
For those wishing to do the longer ride (16 miles) please meet at Tynemouth Battery Car Park at 09:00 hrs for off at 09:30 hrs sharp.
For those wishing to do the shorter ride (8 miles) please meet at the 1st St.Mary’s Lighthouse Car Park at 09:45 hrs for off at 10:15 hrs.
The route is on non-traffic paths with the exception of the first and last 1/2 mile out of Tynemouth which is on footpath or quiet roads. It is a flat route throughout.
Estimated distance is 16 miles so should be back by 13:30 hrs. (12:30 hrs for the shorter route)
There will be a prize for the best santa look-a-like!
This event replaces the usual coaching sessions
Hope to see you there.
Richard.
