This was an amended course due to temporary traffic lights in Horringer village. Two laps of the shorter Horringer course were completed. Position Name Club Time Bike Type 1 Dale Sturman WSW 34:26 2 Richard Farrow WSW 36:41 3 Matt Eaglen WSW 38:02 RB 4 Pip Moore WSW 38:06 5 Viv Smith WSW 39:41 6 Steven …
Open Water Swimming
Open water swimming starts again on Saturday 27th April at Larkwood Lakes, 10:30-12:00. Please be aware that all swimmers will be asked to complete the club’s disclaimer so that records are up to date. It would be beneficial to complete the form before arrival so water time can be maximised. Please use the link https://westsuffolkwheelers.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/openWaterSwimmingRulesRegulationsDisclaimer.pdfWhilst the predicted weather will continue to warm the water, …
Hurricane Hilly?
With incredibly strong winds, it was debatable if this year’s conditions were an improvement on last year’s snow and ice. However, despite the gusts, there was a fantastic turn out and some very impressive times. For and on behalf of Cycling Time Trials & under their rules and regulations Official Results Scratch: 1st John Mulvey Active Edge RT 46:10 £25.00 …
Cyclocross 2018-19 Review
Review of the 2018-19 Cyclocross season by Stephen Brook The cyclocross season has now come to a close, with the recent World Championships in Denmark producing two more British riders entitled to wear the rainbow jersey next year – Tom Pidcock (U23) and Ben Tulett (Junior), the latter retaining the world title he won last year. Anna Kay (U23) finished strongly in 5th …
Ibiza European Championships
Having just landed the day after Lesley and Steven Linden’s races, we were keen to drop our bags and not miss the start of the Standard Distance Duathlon to cheer on both Scott Williams and Steve Rue. The music was blasting and crowd buzzing prior to the mass start for each wave. Then both the music and crowd fell silent …
Two Weeks in Tri
With several events over the past fortnight, there is lots of success to report. We start with the Cambridge Junior Triathlon on Sunday 24th June which saw 21 Wheelers taking part. Making his debut at Cambridge in Tri Star Start was Logan Marsh with Isabel Moore, Kiera Broad, Zack Broad, Megan O’Brien, Sam Brook, Ella Stewart and Sam Blackwell in …
Junior Open Water Swimming Session
The club would like to extend its use of our open water swimming venue and offer a one off session to our WSW junior/BTF members on 30th June 12:00-12:30. (£3 per Junior). Future sessions maybe considered, depending upon interest. Obviously, safety is paramount so the detailed operating procedure has been written to ensure everyone’s wellbeing. Please take time to read the …
Southport National Standard Distance Championships and World Qualifier
Race report by Ray Reeves. Conditions for last weekend were perfect, light winds 18c in the water, but maybe a little warm for the run. In a big field, the 1500m, 2 lap swim went well in just over 26mins. Then into one of the longest transitions I’ve ever seen. T1 went well and, after a long run to the …
Gruelling at Grafham – Standard Distance ITU Qualifier
Race report by Ray Reeves. As with every race the weather forecasts are closely watched for days before. These went from good to getting much worse for race day. However, as luck would have it, apart from wet roads the conditions were very good with mild temps and light winds. The water could have been warmer, but at 13c not …
Triathlon Season Starts at Gt Yarmouth
First Race report of the season – By Ray Reeves First triathlon of the season found me at Great Yarmouth on a pleasant Saturday afternoon, for a 16:30 start . Conditions looked good with nice temperatures and a light breeze. The biggest issue was going to be the thousands of holiday makers walking around the run course and heavy traffic …