Fetish Gravity Enduro Round 1 Innerleithen race report.
Day 1 - open practice and seeding
My practice went really well. Starting at 9:00am I rode all five staged (and the horrible climbs between), so I had an idea of what lines to take for race day. The stages where a selection of DH tracks and natural, very steep stuff. The loop was 4-5 hours long so I was very tired when finishing at 2:00pm. Then after a quick bite to eat I had to ride to the start of stage five for seeding.
Seeding is basically a qualifying run on the last stage to place everyone in order in each category. Also everyone's seeding time is added to your overall, so everyone was riding for a good time. I did a time of 7:19 which placed me about 8th in my category, so I was very happy. The fastest time of seeding was two times Mega Avalanche winner Jerome Clementz, who posted a time of about 5 minutes. I had no chance haha.
Day 2 - race day
My start time was 9:49.80am, just after World DH Champion Tracey Moseley! So I had some nice chats about line choices before each stage.
My race runs went really well, no falls, I hit all my lines and some good times scored. So I was very pleased.
Sadly they messed up the timing on stage 4 and 5 so I don't really know my result, but I am guessing is was about 7th-8th in my category. Which ain't so bad!
So overall an amazing weekend with some amazing weather. I would defiantly recommend this type of racing for the experienced riders, it's soo fun but very technically and physically challenging.
Now I'm off to do some serious physical strength training...
Cheers for reading and sorry for the poor English, I'm not the best at writing blogs lol.
Pictures will be uploaded on to Facebook soon.
Rob
Tuesday, 27 March 2012
Sunday, 25 March 2012
BMBRS - Round 1 - Sherwood Pines - George Flinton
Four Bears set off from a very foggy Malton at 8am heading towards Sherwood Pines for the first round of the National Points Series. The fog continued to thicken as we drove down the A1, but as we approached Nottinghamshire the fog cleared and the Sun was out, it was looking to be a lovely day.
We pulled into the carpark and wandered down to the main field to sign on. Just as we were setting off back unto the team pickup, the commentator announced that Annie Last was approaching the last kilometre, so we hung around to watch her cross the line then wandered back up to get the bikes ready.
My dad (Adrian) had unloaded the bikes, so we set about checking tyre pressures and fannying about with adjustments and strapping on the numbers. We then set about getting into team kit, Sam and myself chose to go with a jersey and shorts, but Morgan decided that it was freezing and dressed as if he was going out for a ride in the depths of winter...
Morgan decided it would be a good idea to go for a 'mystery tour' around the forest to warm ourselves up, after about 15 minutes of riding we turned back towards the start line to "reccy" the course. We could tell straight away that it was going to be a fast course, it was tight between trees in places and had some technical aspects, the one thing it was lacking was hills... Morgan and Sam both had a tumble on their practice lap, and I thought it would be my turn next...
12 o'clock rolled around which meant the start for my race, we were gridded based on last seasons points, and with this being my first year as british cycling registered I was put to the very back. Just as we were ready to set off, we were informed of a large crash that had happened in the previous start, which resulted in the rider being air lifted to hospital. Our start was moved forward 100m to avoid the incident. The start gun was fired and we were off. The speed at which the front lads set off was unreal, I was still at the back but gaining places gradually, I settled into a pace, gradually moving up the odd place. As I was coming to the end of my first lap, the rider in front of me, braked hard and turned into me (for no reason at all, we were on a straight flat bit of single track) This resulted in my foot coming unclipped and my knee smashed into his pedal taking with it a great lump of skin. I pushed on in anger and passed him, that was the last I saw of him until the finish.
The third and final lap was now underway, and I was racing a lad from Clifton Cycles. This was a good lap for me, managed to claw back a few places and I was on the back wheel of the Clifton lad and was determined to pass him, I continued to chase him down, and we both started to pick up speed in the final kilometre. We came to the last corner of the race, and we both went for it, stood up out of the saddle sprinting for the finish, I didn't think I was going to be able to have him, but I kept on pushing and got past him in the last 20 meters. Result!
Sam arrived back at the start field, and after having chatting to the Yates cycles team, we all returned back to the pickup to get changed. After getting changed we returned to the start field to find out our results. Morgan was 22nd and Sam 54th in the Sport Men and I was 34th in the Junior male. We watched the Vets sprint off onto their first lap, then headed back to the pickup for the final time, loaded up the pickup and headed back for the A1 northbound, all smiling and eager for the next round in April, which is at Dalby Forest. Follow the link to my Garmin race data... http://connect.garmin.com/activity/161529301
Until next time...
George
We pulled into the carpark and wandered down to the main field to sign on. Just as we were setting off back unto the team pickup, the commentator announced that Annie Last was approaching the last kilometre, so we hung around to watch her cross the line then wandered back up to get the bikes ready.
My dad (Adrian) had unloaded the bikes, so we set about checking tyre pressures and fannying about with adjustments and strapping on the numbers. We then set about getting into team kit, Sam and myself chose to go with a jersey and shorts, but Morgan decided that it was freezing and dressed as if he was going out for a ride in the depths of winter...
Morgan decided it would be a good idea to go for a 'mystery tour' around the forest to warm ourselves up, after about 15 minutes of riding we turned back towards the start line to "reccy" the course. We could tell straight away that it was going to be a fast course, it was tight between trees in places and had some technical aspects, the one thing it was lacking was hills... Morgan and Sam both had a tumble on their practice lap, and I thought it would be my turn next...
12 o'clock rolled around which meant the start for my race, we were gridded based on last seasons points, and with this being my first year as british cycling registered I was put to the very back. Just as we were ready to set off, we were informed of a large crash that had happened in the previous start, which resulted in the rider being air lifted to hospital. Our start was moved forward 100m to avoid the incident. The start gun was fired and we were off. The speed at which the front lads set off was unreal, I was still at the back but gaining places gradually, I settled into a pace, gradually moving up the odd place. As I was coming to the end of my first lap, the rider in front of me, braked hard and turned into me (for no reason at all, we were on a straight flat bit of single track) This resulted in my foot coming unclipped and my knee smashed into his pedal taking with it a great lump of skin. I pushed on in anger and passed him, that was the last I saw of him until the finish.
We cracked on with the second lap and I was feeling good, still picking up the the odd place, working my way up the field, this all came to an end when the rider in front of me dropped his bottle, I had no time to react and my front wheel mounted the bottle the slipped sideways sending me over the bars and into a rooty
hole, I quickly picked myself up and jumped back on the bike. My knee hurt rather a lot, and I was struggling to keep going, I made it to the fire road and cracked out a gel, I dropped down a few gears to keep my legs spinning, my knee soon eased and was able to pick up the pace again. This incident had cost me two minutes and a few positions. But I had to crack on...
The third and final lap was now underway, and I was racing a lad from Clifton Cycles. This was a good lap for me, managed to claw back a few places and I was on the back wheel of the Clifton lad and was determined to pass him, I continued to chase him down, and we both started to pick up speed in the final kilometre. We came to the last corner of the race, and we both went for it, stood up out of the saddle sprinting for the finish, I didn't think I was going to be able to have him, but I kept on pushing and got past him in the last 20 meters. Result!
That was it, my first nationals race was over, and I had certainly enjoyed myself. Myself and Morgan hung around waiting for sam, who was still out on course (as a result of last nights drinking & incidents), so we thought it would be an ideal opportunity for a cheeky photo (shown below)
Sam arrived back at the start field, and after having chatting to the Yates cycles team, we all returned back to the pickup to get changed. After getting changed we returned to the start field to find out our results. Morgan was 22nd and Sam 54th in the Sport Men and I was 34th in the Junior male. We watched the Vets sprint off onto their first lap, then headed back to the pickup for the final time, loaded up the pickup and headed back for the A1 northbound, all smiling and eager for the next round in April, which is at Dalby Forest. Follow the link to my Garmin race data... http://connect.garmin.com/activity/161529301
Until next time...
George
Friday, 16 March 2012
End Of Season Sale - Exposure Lights - Crazy Prices
We just have a few Exposure lights still in stock. Here is the list and our crazy offer prices.
Light Standard Price Sale Price
Spark Mk2 £79.99 £59.99
Race Mk6 £224.99 £179.99
Strada Mk3 £244.99 £169.99 - ex demo
Joystick Mk6 £165.99 £129.99 - 2 available, Black or Red
Diabolo Mk3 £199.99 £159.99
Flash/Flare £84.95 £64.99 - inc charger & batteries
To buy just call, email or pop into the shop. 01751-474220 / shop@bigbearbikes.co.uk
Sunday, 12 February 2012
Marshals needed for Dalby National Championships Weekend.
Marshals needed for Dalby National Championships Weekend.
You've seen the website and the magazine reports, it's now your chance to get involved. With Olympic selection still up for grabs we're expecting a top class field from this country and abroad. If you want to see the best riders on the best course, up close, and for free, then Dalby is the only venue this side of the Olympics that you'll get the opportunity.
We're looking for up to 50 volunteers each day @ Dalby for Saturday 21st / Sunday 22nd.
The package includes meals, clothing, help towards mileage and a free parking entry for all volunteers.
Interested or want further information? Then contact Ben Dobson by email and the day's you can attend. ben.dobson@cd-ne.co. More information below:
Course Management Assistants (Course Marshals)
Dalby Forest 21 – 22 April 2012
The package includes meals, clothing, help towards mileage and a free parking entry for all volunteers.
The Role
Assist with course safety by observing and managing a small section of race course to help ensure rider/spectator safety.
Reporting To
Chief Marshal/Competition Manager
Details
Course management assistants will be the eyes and ears of the course, helping to ensure spectators can access the right areas and that the race takes place as safely as possible. They will be in radio contact with chief marshal and observe sections of course and help deal with racing incidents. They must have good people skills and be comfortable in a customer facing environment. They must be pro-active and good at problem solving. They should be prepared to be in position in all weather conditions.
Volunteer Benefits
Lunch box for the day (depending on hours worked)
Branded Clothing appropriate to role
Free Entry to Dalby Forest (Car Parking)
Mileage expenses at 27 pence per mile (up to £5)
Requirements
Saturday 21 April:1100-1730 40 people
Saturday 21 April:1730 – 1900 10 people
Sunday 22 April: 0800 – 1700 40 people
Course Management Assistants will be sent detailed information in the lead up to the event which will aid them in carrying out their duties. They must familiarise themselves with this information before the event in order to complete their duties successfully.
Contact Details
Interested or want further information? Then contact Ben Dobson by email and the day's you can attend.
ben.dobson@cd-ne.co.uk
Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Team Big Bear Bikes - Endura Race Kit
Hi All,
The expected delivery time from Endura is some time w/c 19th March for the new kit. To confirm, BBB will provide, free of charge a pair of bib shorts and a s/s jersey to all current, racing members of the team facebook page. The usual cost of this is £111.60 per rider.
We have revised the design over last year's with the main changes being the shorts are now black and there is a black/grey/white fade on the front and back of the jersey so they tie in with the shorts. Kit should be easier to keep clean but still have the bold white and orange colour scheme that is so photogenic and all 2011 kit can still be worn alongside the new 2012 kit.
Please email shop@bigbearbikes.co.uk with your Endura size as soon as pos!!!
There are several other items of team kit that you might want to order on top of the free kit and I have listed all the extra items we are doing below including a team bag. Please let me know on your size email what other items you want or if you want to order extra bib shorts or short sleeve jerseys? The kit list and the prices are listed at the bottom of this page.
Can I ask that the 2012 bib shorts and s/s jerseys are kept for 'Sunday best' and worn only for racing so they look great, for longer!
Lastly, as we will all be wearing BBB kit with BBB and Trek logos can I ask that if you are looking at buying a new bike, you get in touch with me as we will do very good deals for racers and their families. We are dealers for Trek, Orange, Genesis, Ridgeback, ibis and Ragley bikes which are all great bikes and market leaders. Therefore, unless we are miles away on price (very, very unlikely!) and taking into account the other discounts and benefits for team members, I see no reason to buy a new bike from any other bike shop.
Good luck for all your 2012 races!
David
Endura Kit List: NB All Prices include VAT.
Pro Bib Short - @ £66.00, 1x Free To Racers
Short Sleeve Jeresey 3/4 Zip Concealed@ £45.60, 1x Free To Racers
Long Sleve Jersey 3/4 Concelaed Zip@ £48.00
Bib Longs@ £48.00
Gilet @ £36
Ultra Packable Wind Proof Top @ £46.80
Team Kit Bag@ £20.40
The expected delivery time from Endura is some time w/c 19th March for the new kit. To confirm, BBB will provide, free of charge a pair of bib shorts and a s/s jersey to all current, racing members of the team facebook page. The usual cost of this is £111.60 per rider.
We have revised the design over last year's with the main changes being the shorts are now black and there is a black/grey/white fade on the front and back of the jersey so they tie in with the shorts. Kit should be easier to keep clean but still have the bold white and orange colour scheme that is so photogenic and all 2011 kit can still be worn alongside the new 2012 kit.
Please email shop@bigbearbikes.co.uk with your Endura size as soon as pos!!!
There are several other items of team kit that you might want to order on top of the free kit and I have listed all the extra items we are doing below including a team bag. Please let me know on your size email what other items you want or if you want to order extra bib shorts or short sleeve jerseys? The kit list and the prices are listed at the bottom of this page.
Can I ask that the 2012 bib shorts and s/s jerseys are kept for 'Sunday best' and worn only for racing so they look great, for longer!
Lastly, as we will all be wearing BBB kit with BBB and Trek logos can I ask that if you are looking at buying a new bike, you get in touch with me as we will do very good deals for racers and their families. We are dealers for Trek, Orange, Genesis, Ridgeback, ibis and Ragley bikes which are all great bikes and market leaders. Therefore, unless we are miles away on price (very, very unlikely!) and taking into account the other discounts and benefits for team members, I see no reason to buy a new bike from any other bike shop.
Good luck for all your 2012 races!
David
Endura Kit List: NB All Prices include VAT.
Pro Bib Short - @ £66.00, 1x Free To Racers
Short Sleeve Jeresey 3/4 Zip Concealed@ £45.60, 1x Free To Racers
Long Sleve Jersey 3/4 Concelaed Zip@ £48.00
Bib Longs@ £48.00
Gilet @ £36
Ultra Packable Wind Proof Top @ £46.80
Team Kit Bag@ £20.40
Thursday, 12 January 2012
Huge Bargain Bikes - Ex Demo Treks!
| Year | Bike/Size/Colour - All Treks | Price |
| 11 | 3500 (TW) 19.5 OR | £187.50 |
| 11 | MARLIN 29 (TW) 17.5 BK-GY | £393.75 |
| 12 | MANHATTAN UK MEN 55 BLACK | £412.50 |
| 11 | 5TH DISTRICT (TW) 56 OG | £487.50 |
| 11 | X-CALIBER (TW) 19 BK-WT | £937.50 |
| 11 | FUEL EX 5 18.5 BK | £1,050.00 |
| 11 | PARAGON 19 BK-GY | £1,125.00 |
| 11 | MADONE 3.1 C H2 62 BK | £1,200.00 |
| 11 | SPEED CONCEPT 2.5 M SL-BK | £1,200.00 |
| 12 | MADONE 3.5 C H2 (TW) 62 BK-RD | £1,350.00 |
| 11 | 7.9 FX 20 CBN | £1,500.00 |
| 12 | FUEL EX 8 UK 18.5 BK | £1,725.00 |
| 12 | SUPERFLY 21 SMK-RD | £1,725.00 |
| 11 | FUEL EX 8 UK 18.5 MATTE SEPIA | £1,725.00 |
| 11 | FUEL EX 8 UK 18.5 MATTE SEPIA | £1,725.00 |
| 11 | MADONE 4.7 C UK H2 56 WHITE | £1,725.00 |
| 11 | MADONE 5.9 C H2 52 WT-B -DEMO | £2,400.00 |
| 11 | MADONE 5.9 C H2 56 WT-BL -DEMO | £2,400.00 |
| 12 | SUPERFLY ELITE 21 CBN-BL | £2,475.00 |
| 11 | SCRATCH AIR 9 17.5 BK-AL -DEMO | £3,150.00 |
| 11 | SCRATCH AIR 9 19.5 BK-AL | £3,150.00 |
| 11 | SCRATCH 9 19.5 SL-AL - DEMO | £3,225.00 |
| 11 | TOP FUEL 9.8 17.5 BK-ONYX | £3,225.00 |
| 11 | FUEL EX 9.9 OCLV 17.5 CBN-DEMO | £4,500.00 |
| 11 | FUEL EX 9.9 OCLV 21.5 CBN-DEMO | £4,500.00 |
| 11 | SPEED CONCEPT 9.8 M BK-CB-DEMO | £4,500.00 |
| 11 | SPEED CONCEPT 9.9 L BK-GY-WT | £4,500.00 |
| 11 | REMEDY 9.9 CBN 17.5 DK RD-DEMO | £4,875.00 |
| 11 | REMEDY 9.9 CBN 18.5 DK RD-DEMO | £4,875.00 |
| 11 | REMEDY 9.9 CARBON 17.5 DK RD | £4,875.00 |
Thursday, 5 January 2012
Orange 5 Black Gold - Limited Edition
Here is the full spec. The only option is a Reverb Dropper post at £240. We will upgrade the standard bar to a Easton Haven carbon bar at this price or you can have £100 of BBB Vocuhers.
Model Five Black Gold
RRP £2699.99
Sizes 14,16,17,18,20,22
Tubeset Monocoque/6061-T6 OS Reynolds Custom Butted Aluminium Tube
Swing Arm Maxle Swingarm
Bottom Bracket Race Face X Type
Colour Jet Black
Fork Fox 32 Float 140 Factory Fit RLC Kashima TS
R shock Fox Factory RP23 Kashima
R Mech Shimano XT Shadow RDM780 10sp
F Mech Shimano SLX Shifters Shimano SLX R Fire +
ChainSet Race Face Evolve XC (10sp)
Cassette Shimano HG62-10
Brakes Avid Elixir 5 180/160
Wheelset Formula 15QR/12mm, Mavic XM319
Rear Wheel Travel 140mm
Tyres Maxxis Advantage 2.25
Headset Cane Creek 5 Zero Stack Tapered
Stem Orange Stalk +
S Post Race Face Ride XC
Saddle SDG Bel Air
H Bars Supercross +
Pedal Flat
Upgrades N/A
Thursday, 29 December 2011
Good news - Independent Panel on Forestry - Progress Report
Independent Panel on Forestry – Progress Report (published 8 December)
We have previously corresponded about the Coalition Government’s plans to sell Forestry Commission woodlands. Good news so far - the panel published its progress report on Thursday 8 December. Its final report and recommendations are expected in Spring 2012. The interim report recognises the important role that the Public Forest Estate plays in providing public enjoyment and access, helping to develop new green jobs and protecting biodiversity; and calls for the public forest estate to remain in public hands.
The progress report argues that the Public Forest Estate offers “very good value for money” and calls for the creation of more woodlands and improved public access to private forests and woodlands. The panel notes that the cost to the state of maintaining the Public Forest Estate, of £20 million per year, is “very modest and delivers benefits far in excess of this” and argues that the Government overlooked a number of benefits of public forests and woodlands when planning to sell off Forestry Commission land. The full progress report can be read by clicking here.
The panel has listened to the 42,000 people who responded to its call for views and has indicated that it will not recommend a full scale sell-off of public forestry land. The Government still intends to sell 15% of the Public Forest Estate and is cutting the Forestry Commission’s staff by a quarter, which will undermine the ability of the Forestry Commission to effectively manage the forests and deliver better woodland access and biodiversity.
Will update you as we hear more.......
Sunday, 18 December 2011
Malton & District Cycling Club
Malton And District Cycling
The fifty plus and easy rider group
Contact Keith Buck, Sawpit Cottage, The Green, Slingsby, York. YO62 4AA
tel: 01653 628211 e-mail: bucksawpit@btinternet.com
Runs will start from the Slingsby maypole, Slingsby, North Yorks. Unless an alternative is given.
Pace, steady touring, about 12’s.
The route will be circulated on the Monday/Tuesday before the ride. Please join the group where it is convenient for you. Liaise with the leader to coordinate times.
For events shown in italics contact the organising club member.
Sun. 18th Dec. 10:00am Slingsby. 10:45 Welburn/A170 junction.
Cockayne/Bransdale/Carlton (anti clockwise, Martin likes the down hills this way) Helmsley, Harome, Slingsby. 40 miles.
Boxing Day. 11:00am Eden Camp. A one hour jolly with the Malton Wheelers.
Matthew Entinknap 01653 694571
e-mail: maltonwheelersrc@tiscali.co.uk
2012
Happy New Year!
It’s a Leap Year. An extra day on the bike. Yippee!
Sun. 15th Jan. 10:00am Lidl car park, Welham Road, Norton. Malton Wheelers/CTC 60m or 60K
£2:00. Matthew Entinknap 01653 694571
e-mail: maltonwheelersrc@tiscali.co.uk
Sun. 5th Feb. 10:00am Meet Sinnington to Danby. Return via Blackey Ridge. 50 miles. Martin Baxter, Westholme (to the left of the Fox & Hounds PH), Main Street, Sinnington, York YO62 6SQ
tel: 01653 691351
e-mail: martin@firefly-research.co.uk
Wed. 29thFeb. Leap Year ride. To be advised.
Sun. 18th Mar. Tandems and Trikes. Saxilby, Lincs. 40 milesish. John Nicholson 01522 702638
Sat. 19th May. CTC rides from Slingsby.
100m in 10hrs
240m in 24hrs
300m in 24hrs
All rides will be in 50 mile loops, returning to Slingsby at the end of each leg.
£? To be advised
Entry on a standard CTC entry form.
No entry on the line. Sorry.
Closing date for entries Tuesday 1st May.
Keith Buck
Sat/Sun 23rd/24th June. York Rally
Sun. 8th July. CTC Scarborough. 100k.
Jim Buddo 01723 863103
e-mail: jandjbuddo@iscali.co.uk
Sun. 9th Sept. CTC Malton. 50 & 80 mile rides.
Jim Buddo 01723 863103
e-mail: jandjbuddo@tiscali.co.uk
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