Here some really rather poor videos and a couple of vids for your perusal.

J

A rag tag group of bikers turned out for last nights "introduction to dirt jumping".

I was highly dubious about this particular night, a: wondering if anyone would turn up and b: if anyone did would it be about as much use trying to teach them to dirtjump as it would be trying to teach a Tortoise to fetch a stick.

But my fears were unfounded, and much fun was had.

I'd like to thank everyone who came firstly, everyone paid attention to my ramblings, took it in and had a go, a fine class.

I couldnt believe how much progress was made in a mere hour and a bit. There was air under everyones tyres left right and centre.

Only a few minor casualties, less than expected, but i didnt want to say anything until after the event...

Just glad everyone had a laugh, learnt something and there were no injuries.

Until next time.

J

It's raining men, hallelujuah...and one woman...and two blokes on a tandem.

TT2 saw weather only fit for ducks, literally as they sat on corner number 4 quacking on the competitors, not quite Allez Allez..but its the thought that counts.

Roughly 2 minutes per lap seemed to be what this course adds to a time in the wet, and it was very wet.

New catagory this week too, Tandem. Tandem with with semi slicks with slipping gears to be precise.

In the end two non club members turned up after seeing the TT on the BC website and put down the fastest times - but remember its not a race against anyone but yourself.

Results for TT2 are now available on the results page.

I should mention that DJ training is weather dependent.

If its raining and the jumps are soaking there will be a cunning change of plan, descent techniques at Wharncliffe, its about a half hour away straight up the M1.

Anyway, will keep you updated

Meet at cycle shop 8am, for 8.15 leaving. 2 hr drive up to Yorkshire.

Cycles can be taken up in the works van, which then enables riders to car share if they want.

Trail details - Advanced Riding. 4 - 5 hr ride, 24 miles, steep climbs, technical descents, fast fireroad. Fantastic views.

This will be a no holds barred XC expedition, so experienced riders only for this outting please.

Lead by Merv, please contact him so we have a rough idea of numbers..

Contact him to sort transport etc. on 07766812636

Firstly a big thankyou to everyone who made the shop floor look like a pond come Thursday morning. I spent 3 hrs cleaning that floor on Thursday - cheers guys...

A sodden wet night greeted all those brave enough to come to Wednesdays guided tour of the forest courtesy of young David Fletcher.

I'm not sure how far he took everyone as I was busy eating Bourbons while you were all out, but if anyone would like to email me some info or a little "report" feel free and i'll post it up.

Merv was heard to say "I've never been so wet in my life" - not one for bathing then Merv?