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Christmas Newsletter - 17th December 2013

17/12/2013

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Your Weekly Newsletter From UOBCC          17th Dec 2013

What you will find in this week's newsletter:

  • Year Roundup
  • Spring Term Preview
  • Facebook Group
  • Club Kit for Hire
If you haven't already, it's well worth checking out Road Bike Party 2.

Year Roundup

We made it! It's been a very long first term; the weather has been kind, and all trips have been snow-free for a change. This will be the last newsletter of 2013, so we'd like to take a moment to thank all the committee for the hard work they put into the club and to all our wonderful members for joining us on rides/socials in Bristol and at multiple exciting places all over the country. It's been a great first term to share with new faces and old, with some fantastic results to top things off. Rides will go ahead as normal this Wednesday (2pm @ Clifton Suspension Bridge). From Thursday until the end of the exam period, we expect people to organise rides for themselves. We recommend using the facebook group to find someone to ride with.

A special Haiku from the Race Captain

In the chew valley sprint.
My bicycle is last, is first.
I'm racing alone.

Spring Term Preview

UOBCC Open 10 mile TT (29/03/14) - Our first open event ever! With your help we hope to make it one to remember. More info on the website. Entries will open in January 2014.
BUCS Events (waiting for more info)
  • 10 mile TT
  • 25 mile TT (26/04/14)
  • 3-up TT
  • Downhill
  • Track
  • Cross Country
For more info about our race schedule, check out our website.

Club Trips
Track - two velodrome sessions booked for Feb and March.
Road
  • Brecon Beacons weekend away
  • Team UOBCC Flanders trip - March
  • XC - Trip to Afan
    Downhill
  • Round 2 of Inter-Uni DH races
  • Uplift (end of February)
  • If there is sufficient interest we will host some spinning sessions. We will post a poll on the facebook group in the new year.

Facebook Group

Another reminder about the facebook group for organising rides when everyone is away/busy over the next 3-5 weeks. The first official club ride will be Sunday 26th January, but we expect that there will be a several group rides before then lead by those without exams.
Request to join the group via this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/164251336932870/

Kit Available to Hire

As a member of UOBCC you have access to lots of cycling equipment free of charge. To hire any kit, simply visit the Kit Hire page on our website and fill out the request form. Please direct any questions or suggestions for additional kit/equipment to Michael, Kit Secretary.
  • Trek 1.2 2013 Road Bike available in 54 cm
  • Trek 1.5 2013 Road Bike available in 52 and 58 cm
  • Trek 4700 2013 Mountain Bike available in 15.5 and 17.5"
  • Night Lights, with Helmet Mount and Charger x5
  • Turbo Trainers x2
  • PowerTap Wheel, Cycle Computer and Sensor x1
  • Full Face Helmets, 1 Medium, 1 Large
  • Knee Pads x3
  • Body Armour x2
  • Pro Mechanic Work Stand x1
  • Complete Cycle Tool Kit x2
  • Truing Stand x1
  • Rear High Mount 3 Cycle Carrier with Strap Fitting x1

Picture of The Week

Picturesque sunset from the top of Dundry on this week's Wednesday ride. Another reminder why it's important to ride with lights.
If you do take any pictures whilst you're out cycling, and you're happy for us to use them, please do send them to Tom Mowbray. (Or just send us a message on facebook as to where we can find them).
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Newsletter 10th Dec 2013

10/12/2013

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Your Weekly Newsletter From UOBCC          10th Dec 2013

What you will find in this week's newsletter:

  • Weekly Roundup
  • SCORE
  • Gym Sessions
  • Facebook Group
  • Club Kit for Hire

Weekly Roundup

Racing in December is an odd one. It's cold, wet and dark. The Pros are having a break (with the exception of some nutters in Belgium racing what look like road bikes through mud and all sorts of other difficult terrain... aka Cyclo-Cross), so there's a general consensus to follow that trend. UOBCC broke the trend in style with some hardy riders putting on a brave face, battling the cold, and producing the best week for results so far this term!
Matt Kovar, Downhill Captain, showed some of his DH prowess in the Men's Senior Category in the Forest of Dean 661 Mini DH Winter Series where he was pipped into 2nd place by just 0.13secs! Congrats to Matt on his cracking performance.
The first of the Odd Down Winter Series took place on Sunday. In the first race of the day, Georgie S-B stormed the women's race with a great 1st place finish to 'start' the season. Hattie and Georgie P pulled off very impressive rides finishing 8th and 9th respectively which meant all UOBCC riders finished in the Top 10!
The men had a lot to live up to, and they didn't disappointed. Will Barr firmly secured his place as a 3rd Cat rider for next season with a 2nd place finish in the 4th Cat Only race, and debut racer, Charlie, took home 7th! Meanwhile the lanky legs of 'Sam Gam' produced some seriously questionable power to pull off a solid 10th place in the 2/3 Cat race. Perhaps it's time for doping controls in 2/3 races?
Well done to all! We wait to hear the report about Theo's last lap solo attempt. We hope to see more people represent the club in the new year. If you've got any questions about racing, contact Mat Mew. For all British Cycling Membership or Race licence in enquiries, contact Tom Mowbray.

Christmas Social & SCORE!

A reminder that the Christmas Meal is Tomorrow at 7:30pm at Mud Dock (Wednesday 11th). The dress code is Smart/Casual
Post Meal Drinks at Mat's House before we head to the final SCORE of the term at the O2. Join the event on facebook The theme for the night is The Nightmare Before Christmas, so please bring some costumes to change into at Mat's. You can get some costume inspiration here.
We only have limited tickets available so to avoid disappointment, buy your tickets before the night at www.ubu.org.uk/activities/cycling
Please feel welcome along to the pre-drinks at Mat's and/or SCORE even if you are not going to the meal. There will be free drink (alchoholic and non-alcoholic) on the club!



Gym Sessions

There is a 12-week strength training plan available on our website for you to have a go at in your own time. (This doesn't work in a group). We will be running some group core sessions next term and potentially some spinning sessions if there is enough interest. In the meantime, we encourage you to use the facebook group mentioned below to organise meeting up for weights/core sessions.
Ever wanted thighs like Fabian? It's never too late! Now's the time to increase your power for the fast approaching race season.

Facebook Group

As a club we try to keep our social media up to date as much as possible. The facebook group is an area where anyone can contribute. It comes into its own for organising rides when everyone is busy or for notices that don't quite make the email or need to be acted on very quickly. The first 2 weeks of term are reserved for exams, so there will be no official club rides until Sunday 26th January; we expect a big turn out for this! If you fancy a ride during the exam period, just put a message on facebook and there will usually be someone else around begging for an excuse to procrastinate.
Request to join the group via this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/164251336932870/

Kit Available to Hire

A reminder that as a member of UOBCC you have access to lots of cycling equipment free of charge. To hire any kit, simply visit the Kit Hire page on our website and fill out the request form. Please direct any questions or suggestions for additional kit/equipment to Michael, Kit Secretary.
  • Trek 1.2 2013 Road Bike available in 54 cm
  • Trek 1.5 2013 Road Bike available in 52 and 58 cm
  • Trek 4700 2013 Mountain Bike available in 15.5 and 17.5"
  • Night Lights, with Helmet Mount and Charger x5
  • Turbo Trainers x2
  • PowerTap Wheel, Cycle Computer and Sensor x1
  • Full Face Helmets, 1 Medium, 1 Large
  • Knee Pads x3
  • Body Armour x2
  • Pro Mechanic Work Stand x1
  • Complete Cycle Tool Kit x2
  • Truing Stand x1
  • Rear High Mount 3 Cycle Carrier with Strap Fitting x1

Picture of The Week

It was a very successful weekend for the Roadies at Odd Down Circuit. Check out Charlie, Theo and Will in action in the 4th Cat race.
If you do take any pictures whilst you're out cycling, and you're happy for us to use them, please do send them to Tom Mowbray. (Or just send us a message on facebook as to where we can find them).
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Newsletter 3rd December 2013

4/12/2013

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Your Weekly Newsletter From UOBCC          3rd Dec 2013

What you will find in this week's newsletter:

  • Weekly Roundup
  • Safe Cycling
  • First Term Survey
  • Deadline! Christmas Social
  • Odd Down Circuit Race

Weekly Roundup

This weekend was the Cycling Club Mega Trip, which saw some cracking weather to accompany several fantastic rides in the stunning surroundings of Snowdonia. It's a minor miracle, but we saw no rain, and no visits to A&E, so overall it was pretty successful. Kudos to Charlie Ormerod for such a quick turn around on his video of the weekend. Check it out here! We wait in anticipation to see if the Mountain bikers have any footage to challenge this.
Keep your eyes peeled in the coming weeks for next term's trips to be announced.

Ride With Care

Following the recent spate of UK cycling deaths, we urge you to take care when riding on the roads. Remember that it is illegal to ride in the dark without lights. (Bristol police have been issuing £50 on the spot fines for light infractions.)

First Term Survey

We hope that you have enjoyed all the club activities in the first term. However we would really like to gauge members opinions on how we can improve the club for next term. Therefore we have created a short survey which can be found here. It only takes 5 minutes max so it would be great to get as much serious feedback as we can. Please give us your suggestions and ideas for next term as if we don't know what members want from the club we will never be able to make it any better! We will be meeting next week to arrange next terms acitivites so responces must be back before Sunday. If anyone has any more comments/ complaints/ suggestions anytime throughout the year, please feel free to talk to or email the club president Tom who is always happy to discuss anything.

UOBCC Christmas Social

Sign-up will close at 1pm on Wednesday 4th December.
The Christmas Meal will be at Mud Dock on Wed 11th December. The meal is discounted at £20 for 3 courses. This price will also include some free drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) after the meal at Mat's. Menu available here.
Post Meal Drinks at Mat's House before we head to the final SCORE of the term at the O2. Join the event on facebook The theme for the night is The Nightmare Before Christmas, you can get some costume inspiration here.
SCORE tickets will be on sale soon, check the facebook group for updates.



Winter Circuit Racing

There is already a strong contingent of UOBCC riders signed up to race at Odd Down Circuit on Sunday 8th Dec. If you'd like to join in, enter online at British Cycling. You must have a race licence to enter.
Odd Down Ciruit Races (Online Entry)
  • Women's Only E/1/2/3/4 (£6)
  • 4th Cat Only (£12)
  • 2/3/4 (£12)

For more information about racing, check out our website or contact the Race Captain, Mat.

Picture of The Week

Everyone prepped for day 2 of the Mega Trip.
If you do take any pictures whilst you're out cycling, and you're happy for us to use them, please do send them to Tom Mowbray. (Or just send us a message on facebook as to where we can find them).
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