There's lots to report and plenty more going on this week including trip sign-ups, race reports, socials and more, so get comfortable.
First off, we are proud to officially announce the continued support of Mission Burrito and to welcome BikeUK (our bike shop of choice) as sponsors for the 2014/15 season. More info about what our sponsors can offer is available on our website.
BUCS Hill Climb
Curbar Gap, Peak District was once again played host to BUCS Hill Climb, a gruesome climb of 1.1 miles at 11.3%. It was a huge event, with over 300 competitors competing across the day. First off was Kate, who stormed up the climb in under 8 minutes, taking a hugely impressive 12th place! Not to be outdone, Georgie left it all on the road to set 7:49 and 8th place overall and secure 5th place in the Women's team competition! A strong contingent of UOBCC men raced against the clock, but the fastest was saved 'til last. Callum, got a huge cheer as he past us (see the video on facebook) to go on and set a 6:23, the fastest UOBCC rider and good enough for 60th out of 239 in a very strong field.
Bristol Individual Results:
Georgie Panchaud: 7:49 8th
Kate Mactear: 7:55 12th
Callum Hunter: 6:23 60th
Ben Alexander: 6:32 72nd
Andrew Kirby: 6:33 74th
Ryan Witchell: 6:40 89th
Fred Cook: 6:41 94th
Mike Gallagher: 6:50 113th
Alastair Stevenson: 6:56 123rd
On Sunday, we went over to Pea Royd Lane, to watch recently graduated Will Bourne compete in UOBCC colours in the National Hill Climb. Will absolutely demolished the climb to claim 14th place! Huge Kudos to him. Our immense support even made it into CyclingWeekly.
Cyclocross
Cam competed at round 2 of the National Trophy Cyclo-Cross series at the Southampton Sports centre on Sunday. Battling against an incredibly strong Belgian-based field who looked "simply a class apart". Dispite all this, Cam put in a tremendous performance to finish 34th amongst the star studded field, and 12th U23. See Cam's gurning face (links to Pictures of the Week).