Walford 10 23/7/09
I predicted a good night for racing last week. Once down at Walford I was not so sure. Cookie said it would be fast, I still was not sure! The evening temperature was ok but there was definitely a strong breeze blowing.
Cookie obviously failed to notice the breeze once racing as the old course record (set recently by him) was smashed, this time knocking another 11 seconds off. Well done! I think having me start right behind him spurred him on…….
Dave Harwood set himself a new PB in an attempt to move clear of Paul Fallon who was stuck in the 24:30 rut. That was last week; this week he to moved his performance on, just failing to get into the 23’s. What a good battle the two are having.
Gordon Johnston from Gloucester last rode the course Boxing Day came back for a second go putting a very respectable time up. Martin again put in a quality ride (and came back the Rowing club for a swift lemonade studying the art of a social club after an event) a little slower than his best from a month ago.
An ever improving Will has now got under the 26’s and seems really motivated since the Don Woodman 25. He’s also snuck into the lead in his category in the 753 table, with the help of his solo effort last week. I have work to do.
Steve Millard as predicted is starting to come good removing huge chunks off this season’s results so far. I think there’s more to come as he prepares for his KM sprint effort. I performed badly, note to self – must improve.
Taff looked to be having gear problems coming over the Courtfield, but was happy with his effort still setting up his position on what at the moment is feeling a very alien riding position.
James must be very happy with his PB knocking a big chunk off his best to date leading the way just in front of Clive and Wayne who also set a new PB. Another good close battle, which should keep them focused and interested. Rumour had it Wayne was on a new bike, will check it out next week.
Bill looked very determined this week appearing to be giving it "large". Has he peaked too early showing his hand before the handicap 10?
Paul Cooper made his return to competition only 14 seconds away from his PB. Gerald grumbled about his tail end start but it must have helped as it was his fastest ride this year. Working life must be hard as Jason felt tired even before the off. The cycling back and forth to work will pay dividends before long. Mary took top spot of first lady home, a little off her seasons best. This week’s event was timed by Julie, John & Audrey did the turn with Mike and Peb doing the pushing off.
I predicted a good night for racing last week. Once down at Walford I was not so sure. Cookie said it would be fast, I still was not sure! The evening temperature was ok but there was definitely a strong breeze blowing.
Cookie obviously failed to notice the breeze once racing as the old course record (set recently by him) was smashed, this time knocking another 11 seconds off. Well done! I think having me start right behind him spurred him on…….
Dave Harwood set himself a new PB in an attempt to move clear of Paul Fallon who was stuck in the 24:30 rut. That was last week; this week he to moved his performance on, just failing to get into the 23’s. What a good battle the two are having.
Gordon Johnston from Gloucester last rode the course Boxing Day came back for a second go putting a very respectable time up. Martin again put in a quality ride (and came back the Rowing club for a swift lemonade studying the art of a social club after an event) a little slower than his best from a month ago.
An ever improving Will has now got under the 26’s and seems really motivated since the Don Woodman 25. He’s also snuck into the lead in his category in the 753 table, with the help of his solo effort last week. I have work to do.
Steve Millard as predicted is starting to come good removing huge chunks off this season’s results so far. I think there’s more to come as he prepares for his KM sprint effort. I performed badly, note to self – must improve.
Taff looked to be having gear problems coming over the Courtfield, but was happy with his effort still setting up his position on what at the moment is feeling a very alien riding position.
James must be very happy with his PB knocking a big chunk off his best to date leading the way just in front of Clive and Wayne who also set a new PB. Another good close battle, which should keep them focused and interested. Rumour had it Wayne was on a new bike, will check it out next week.
Bill looked very determined this week appearing to be giving it "large". Has he peaked too early showing his hand before the handicap 10?
Paul Cooper made his return to competition only 14 seconds away from his PB. Gerald grumbled about his tail end start but it must have helped as it was his fastest ride this year. Working life must be hard as Jason felt tired even before the off. The cycling back and forth to work will pay dividends before long. Mary took top spot of first lady home, a little off her seasons best. This week’s event was timed by Julie, John & Audrey did the turn with Mike and Peb doing the pushing off.
Rider of the night this week was another hard choice due to the fact there was some special rides by numerous people. But because of the course record moving on again, I have to give it to Cookie to share with James who may even have surprised himself.
At the rowing club later Will demonstrated his new program to make my life easier, impressing Martin with the technology. Everyone seemed impressed, as I may have sold the first copy of it to the Forest club. Just the odd hitch to iron out before the big lunch, I mean launch.
Make a note Old Gore next week at 7:00 (earlier start…)
Forest event is a Lydbrook 10 - Lindsay Venner Memorial Trophy (road bike) 7:30
Other news just in, Cookie failed to retain his WCA 10 title just losing out by 11 seconds, but still a very good time of 20:40 in conditions that were a little windy and wet. Me & Clive had a calmer wind but a very wet course. Our time were 24:42 and 25:06.
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