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Yeovil Cycling Club October 2010 Reign of a new Champion The Annual Hill Climb should have taken place at the beginning of October but torrential rain was forecast for most of the day, therefore it was delayed a week. Although the sunshine did not materialise quite as quickly as forecast we had a fantastic turn out for the event. We were joined by a large contingent from 1st Chard Wheelers, and a number of other club riders joined in. Feeling inspired? Then Defending YCC Champion, start your 2011 training here. The Tuesday evening Anthony Morris improved his training rides have now time, albeit by one second, started and meet at the which was enough to keep Sports club in Yeovil at him ahead of Hugo and, new 7pm each Tuesday. member, Les Morris. But it was not enough to beat the hard charging Mark Plummer Your YCC membership who was two seconds quicker includes membership up the High Ham climb than of Yeovil Sports Club. Anthony. Attached should be your Last years winner, Rob YSC card. The Clubhouse Edgell didn't ride but Somer has the following facilities: Valley sent along Nick Cleed • Sports Bar • Lounge Bar instead. He made sure the • Function Rooms. • Skittle title stayed with their club as Alley • Pool table, Darts, he flew up the hill in just over etc. • Barbecue facilities. three minutes (3:04.6) with Three floodlit tennis courts Jack Plummer of Somerset RC • Three football pitches • taking second spot (3:16.0). Archery range. To contact Full results and pictures on the organiser: 01935 474433 page 2 or [email protected] Out and about Two of our junior members raced in the , while the rest of us just watched! Adam Parsons and Ben Paull represented Maiden Beech school in a pursuit race, ahead of the main event, in Glastonbury, and wore their YCC kit with pride. Well done to both of you. 13 10

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P a g e 2 Sunday 10th April, 10:00 & 10:45. £15.00. AGM John Andrews Memorial Race. A well attended AGM took place at the Sports Sunday 12th June, 10:00. £15.00 Club. There was a lively discussion with plenty • Club Runs It was agreed that we would of new ideas put forward. The full minutes are try a'published runs list' for 2011. With a on page 6 but the main points agreed are: selection of destinations and a mix of longer • The Officers of the Club remain as 2010 rides, all day rides and even organised with the exception of Mark Plummer (who cycling weekends. A trial run is planned for remains General Secretary) now takes on the November, with a full list to be published in post of TT Sec, whilst Chris Martin takes over the Pedaller, and on the website. from Mark as TVCRA Representative. • Subscription fees for 2010 remain • Time Trial Dates for 2011. We have unchanged at £18.00 for new members, been granted the following dates: £15.00 for renewing members, 10. Saturday 16 April, 15:00 £5 for Juniors and Students. 25. Sunday 17 July 07:00 (90 riders max). £35 for family membership. 10. Saturday 24 September 16:00. Subs are due • Road Races dates applied for are: in January. Ham Hill and Pittards Road Races

Club Clothing As we have already sold a lot of the stock we bought we are looking to place another order to cover our needs to 2011. Because the delivery times are quite prompt – now that we have got the design sorted – we will include some winter clothing. There is a full selection of the products available on the Kalas website, www.kalaswear.com. Below are some items which we think are worth considering… Picollo Thermo jacket (top) £60 The jacket has a looser fit than the jersey. It comes with a full zipper, high collar, long back – giving good protection – and generous arm length. The material has a matt outer surface and a flossed inside, excellent for chilly mornings Pockets on the back. Arms unzip to leave a gillet. NoWind Winter Karo gillet £75 Is windproof, very water resistant, breathes well, and will keep you warm. The inside is a flossed heat insulating Tecnopil-fleece for the best protection against rain and cold. Perfect for really cold weather. The gillet cut has a looser fit than the jersey, with a full zipper with overlap and a high collar. It has a long back giving good protection. Arm warmers A practical and flexible solution to changing temperatures. Available in Lycra £13 or Roubaix £15. The Roubaix material has a flossed surface inside offering excellent insulation. Elastic on the upper arm secures a tight fit. Leg warmers. Like the arm warmers these are also available in either Lycra £22 or Roubaix £25. We will shortly have a supply of the Kalas branded socks at £5 per pair. If you are interested, or definitely want, any of these items, or if you think you will require a new road vest, bibtights, skinsuit or training top please fill in the slip on page 8, and return it as soon as possible so that we can get our order in before the VAT increase.

P a g e 3 THE ERA By Tony Taylor

The three Holdsworth brothers, William were , Reg Barnett and Dave Nie, with Frank (known as 'Sandy'), John Ernest (known Roy Thame acting as team manager. In 1970 as 'Jack') and Percy, were born in 1891, 1893 and Mick Cowley replaced Newton and 1899 respectively in South . They and Barnett and it was in that year that Les all took to cycling, with Sandy and Jack joining West took an historic 4th place in the World the Kentish Wheelers Cycling Club at an early Professional R.R. Championship at . age. Jack was the most successful, and his 24 ln 1971 Gary Crewe joined, to increase the hour tandem paced record at Herne Hill in 1929 team strength. In 1973 the line up was reduced of just short of 535 miles would appear to still to Les West, Colin Lewis, Gary Crewe and stand. Jack also won the first Catford C.C. 24 . hour time trial in 1925, with a total of 408 miles. However in 1975 the team was increased Sandy married Margaret Bryars in 1923. again, with Les West and Geoff Wiles being Her family were in the clothing business, and joined by Phil Corley, Nigel Dean, Jock Kerr Margaret started to supply cycling clothing to and , plus Daryl Brassington for members of the Kentish Wheelers. Eventually Cyclo Cross, although Dean and Brassington they started a mail order business from home, left the following year in Beckenham, South London. Their catalogue The line up in 1978 changed again with was called Aids to Happy Cycling, which West, Wiles and Corley being joined by Phil became a popular reference for purchasing Bayton, Dudley Hayton and Ian Banbury, but cycling items. this was to be the team's last year. For a decade In 1927 they took over a shop at 132 Lower it had been one of Britain's most successful Richmond Road, Putney, and started to produce professional teams, and had produced the hand built frames, to sell alongside equipment National Professional R.R. Champion on no less and clothing. By 1931 the business of W.F. than six occasions - 1970 Les West, 1972 Gary Holdsworth was thriving, with additional shops Crewe, 1974 Keith Lambert, 1975 Les West, in Walthamstow and Penge. The company 1976 Geoff Wiles and 1978 Phil Corley. adopted 'Worthy' as their clothing brand name. The company had a reputation for its high After the war the company began importing standards and quality of service, but sadly mass Campagnolo fittings from Italy. In 1958 the production put an end to hand-made frames, it took over the rival business of Claud Butler and with no children to take on the business the Cycles, and then that of Freddie Grub. shops were finally left to their managers. Roy Thame became manager of the Putney shop, and eventually managing director of the company. He decided to take the company into professional cycle racing, and sponsored Bob Addy in 1967, and he was joined by Roger Newton in 1968. In 1969 it developed into a full team riding as Holdsworth – Campagnolo, in predominately bright orange coloured jerseys, with a kingfisher blue band, which matched the frame colours. From left to right: Hughie Woods, Roy Thame, Keith Lambert, Les West, Jock Joining Addy and Newton Kerr, Geoff Wiles, Nigel Dean, Colin Lewis and Daryl Brassington

P a g e 4 NEWPORT VELODROME Chris Martin is organising a trip to Newport Velodrome on behalf of the club on Sunday 13th February 2011. He has booked a 3 hour slot from 15:00 to 18:00hrs. The cost is £30 per head for a coached session from an ex GB coach, who is happy to coach from complete beginner to top level racing as required. The bikes are supplied, these come with Look pedals, if you have the correct shoes bring them, or you can use trainers on ordinary pedals & toe straps. Club Runs Chris suggests taking 3/4 shorts and a light We are going to try a published runs list long sleeve top or arm & knee warmers (mainly for 2011, but to be sure the format will to cover yourself should you slide off!) The air is work there will be a trial run in November. surprisingly dry inside so take plenty to drink and There will still be two, or three runs, some light snacks. catering to the different pace of riders, We may hire a mini bus but as we have no but the destination will be predetermined bikes to take cars may be the easiest option. We irrespective of wind and weather will decide nearer the date. conditions – to allow other riders to make We have 18 verbal bookings but only one their own way there or join in enroute. deposit! To date these are all YCC members, we need a minimum of 17, up to a max of 25. The planned stops are: Chris needs a 50% deposit, cheques made Nov. 7 Wells via Evercreech, Oakhill and out to Yeovil CC, with the balance to be paid on possibly Binegar 55 miles the day. There are twenty five places available Market Place Coffee Shop, and they will be allocated on a first come first Nov. 14 Gillingham (Dorset!!) 50 miles served basis, which means getting your Orchard Park Garden Centre deposit in to secure your place. Send your Nov. 21 Weymouth via Yetminster, Leigh details to: Chris Martin, 7 Lower Street, Merriott and Dorchester Sea front cafe, nr Kings TA16 5NL or give him a call on 01460 76612 Statue, 70 miles Nov. 28 Taunton via the Blackdown Below: The competitors in the end of season Aero v Hair-O helmet test. The conclusion was that the Hills 60 miles. Coffee stop: Sports Centre addition of the, albeit highly attractive hair styles, did opposite racecourse not reduce the overall times!!! Wig winner was Hugo

P a g e 5 The committee meets on the second Monday of announced at the Club buffet. every month at the Sports Club. Minutes from the Road Race Secretary Report Not present. Committee meetings: Membership Secretary Report There are now August 77 paid members, the largest membership ever. Runs Secretary Report. Not present but Club Matters Arising David Notley reported that runs generally well attended, usually with two new Club clothing had been distributed. groups each week. It was agreed that there was General Secretary Report BC are offering now scope for three groups with a steady group, discounted BC membership and racing licenses intermediate group and a faster training ride. for new members. The training ride will leave at 09.00 prompt. Treasurer Report Income: Membership £72, Records Secretary Report Nothing to report. Evening TT’s £127:30, clothing £1701. Newsletter Editor July Newsletter published. Expenditure: Clothing £1532.57 (Total of TVCRA Representative Report All events £3065.15), Tea Urn £83.53, Newsletter £47.20, generally well supported, with more and more Website hosting £35.11, Social Club £538.50. club members attending the Tuesday evening Time Trial Secretary Report All events very sessions. Yeovil CC is administering Tuesday well supported with fun event planned for last sessions throughout August. evening race of the season; ‘Hair-o or Aero?!!’ Any Other Business Mike Loader reported Handicap schedule provided and it was agreed that new member Jake Thomas, 14 wanted to that the points competition placings would be ride at Merryfield. Mark Plummer agreed to

INCOME and EXPENDITURE 2009 - 2010

INCOME EXPENDITURE

Opening Balance 8092.57 Affiliations: CTT (2010) 30.00 Membership Subs 1094.00 WTTA (2010) 15.00 (2010) 63.00 Race Promotions: TVCRA (2010) 50.00 Evening TTs (2009) 387.90 C.T.C. (2009-10) 50.00 10 mi TT (Sep 2009) 241.40 Road Peace (2010) 20.00 10 mi TT (Apr 2010) 80.20 Nuffield Centre RNAS (2010) 317.50 25 mi TT (Jul 2010) 81.31 Sports & Social Club (2009-10) 478.50 Ham Hill / Pittards 804.00 1024.00 John Andrews (HQ hire to be paid) 442.00 Race Catering (after buying urn for 83.53) -14.16 Engraving / Trophies 81.70 2022.65 Stationery (Envelopes) 31.98 Newsletter Postage / Printing 185.24 Clothing Sales 2760.00 Web Hosting Service 35.11 Deposit A/c Interest 13.52 Clothing Purchase 3065.15 Buffet (surplus) 0.00 Garage Keys & Race Lap Bell 26.50 Publicity Leaflets 97.50

13982.74 Total Expenditure for Year 4547.18

Income for Year 5890.17

Excess of Income over Expenditure 1342.99 Alliance & Leicester (Current A/c) 2965.18 Alliance & Leicester (Deposit A/c) 7134.64 Cash in Hand 2.84 Total 10102.66 NB 2010 evening TT income & expenditure Less current year's eve TT income to date 667.10 will be included in 2010 - 11 accounts, but 9435.56 income received by the treasurer to date is shown in the summary on the right. Sep 2009 Balance + current year's surplus 9435.56

P a g e 6 contact him and arrange for passes etc. Post club members informed of any developments. Meeting Note: Jake did get out to Merryfield Press Secretary Report It was reported that and enjoyed mixing it with the other riders on the secretary had experienced difficulty in Tuesday night. finding a reporter who was sympathetic to the It was agreed that the Club buffet would take cycling community and therefore fewer articles place on 26 Nov 2010. had been published than in previous years. Every effort would be made to remedy this September AGM Agreement of dates for 2011 General Secretary Report There was little of Pittards and Ham Hill Road Races – 10 Apr note to report since last committee meeting. 2011, Entry Fee £15.00 Treasurer Report The total income for 2010 John Andrews Memorial Race – 12 Jun 2011, was £1342.99, which leaves the club with a Entry Fee £15.00 substantial £9435.56. The committee remain 10 miles - 16 Apr 2011, Entry Fee £7.00 open to any ideas as to how this money could be 25 miles – 17 Jul 2011, Entry Fee £7.00 used effectively over the coming years. See left 10 miles – 24 Sep 2011, Entry Fee £7.00 for complete list of accounts for 2009/ 2010. Evening Time Trials A similar schedule of 5, Time Trial Secretary Report The season’s TTs 10 and 9 mile courses would be used for 2011. have been well supported with plenty of new Dates and distance to be confirmed and young riders participating. A fun event is Affiliations It was agreed that all affiliations planned for the last evening TT. We need to should remain the same as 2010. enforce a marshalling rota for 2011 to ensure CTC, BC, CTT, WTTA, Yeovil Sports club, the duty was shared more equally. Road Peace, TVCRA and Nuffield Sports Road Race Secretary Report The club had Pavilion, RNAS Yeovilton. enjoyed a successful year with all three of the Motions Mike Ives proposed that a schedule of road races having full start sheets plus reserves. club runs be published for 2011. Shaun France Commissaires had been very happy with the and he had drawn up a proposed itinerary for organisation and marshalling of the events and the year with plenty of variety in an effort to try stated these were the races they looked forward and satisfy the needs of a greater cross section to each season. The RR Sec. passed on his of the club’s membership. The schedule would thanks to club members for their assistance. give members the opportunity to plan which Membership Secretary Report With 80 paid rides they participated in and where they could members, 4 of which are 2nd claim members, meet for coffee stops. After some discussion, 2010 has seen the largest club membership club members agreed that this was a good idea ever. There are 13 junior or juvenile affiliates, and a trial should be implemented commencing which bodes well for the future. It was however in November 2010. It was also stated that after stated that the club would need to cater more the success of the two ladies evening rides this specifically for these younger riders, in order to summer, these would be repeated in 2011. retain their interest. Election of Officials Runs Secretary Report Most club runs had Largely unchanged, see overleaf for the 2011 been well supported with up to three groups Committee. now departing from Johnson Park. Any Other Business Paul Thomas thanked club Records Secretary Report The tandem pairing members for their support for his son, Jake. He of Shaun Walsh and Dave Driver had broken enquired about development for young riders. several records throughout the season. The committee responded by agreeing that Newsletter Editor Report The usual four youth development was an area that the club newsletters had been issued on a quarterly needed to improve. There is access to funding basis. The Secretary thanked members for and expertise via British Cycling and the club their input and highlighted the new on-line would endeavour to capitalise on this during discussion forum linked to the website. the coming year. TVCRA Representative Report All training David Notley stated that he would be compiling sessions and races had been well supported. an order for winter clothing, so members There was some concern that the facility may should forward their requirements to him. not be available for next season but at present it was only speculation. The secretary will keep

P a g e 7 SECRETARY MARK PLUMMER The Club Buffet 111 Bower Hinton, Martock TA12 6LA Following the successful format of last year [email protected] 0777 573 4134 we will again hold our annual buffet on Friday 26 November at the Sports Club COMMITTEE FOR 2011 in Yeovil (Johnson Park). The Club is open OFFICERS from 7:30pm, the food served at 8pm. PRESIDENT GARRY MITCHENER We have increased the cost a little this HON VICE PRESIDENT DEREK TODD year but we also hope to provide a greater EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE selection and even better quality food. The CHAIRMAN GARRY MITCHENER buffet will be a mixture of hot and cold GENERAL SECRETARY MARK PLUMMER fayre with vegetarian options, followed by TREASURER DEREK TODD deserts and then coffee. The evening will TIME TRIAL SECRETARY MARK PLUMMER conclude with the prizegiving. It is our one ROAD RACE SECRETARY SHAUN WALSH social event of the year, and with a record RECORDS SECRETARY MIKE NORTHCOTT membership this year, it would be great to MEMBERSHIP SECRETARY MIKE LOADER see plenty of you attending – and if it helps the beer is cheap too!. RUNS SECRETARY NICK ARMSTRONG PRESS SECRETARY GARRY MITCHENER Return of trophies TVCRA REPRESENTATIVE CHRIS MARTIN If you were awarded one of the club trophies NEWSLETTER EDITOR DAVID NOTLEY last year please can you arrange to return YOUTH DEVELOPMENT LAWRIE MORRIS it to Garry Mitchener as soon as possible – DELEGATES 01935 428258. Likewise if you think that you CTT DAVID NOTLEY & DEREK TODD have won a trophy this year can you let Mike BC SHAUN WALSH Northcott have the details, preferably with a copy of the results sheet(s) if you have them. A list of the trophies is on the website.

BUFFET Please reserve me the following places: _____ @ £10.00 _____ @ £5.0 (under 16) ____ free (under 5) I enclose a cheque/PO made payable to Yeovil CC for £

Total number of vegetarians_____ or Vegans______CLUB CLOTHING I am interested/want the following: ❑ Road Vest ❑ Skinsuit ❑ Training Top ❑ Bibshorts ❑ Socks ❑ Mitts ❑ Arm Warmers ❑ Leg Warmers ❑ Picollo Jacket ❑ No Wind Gillet ❑ Other Size ❑ S ❑ M ❑ L ❑ XL ❑ XXL ❑ XXXL or give waist/chest size:

Name Tel Send to: David Notley, Oakley, Church Road, Sparkford, Yeovil BA22 7JN Tel 01963 440291. By 15th November 2010 for the Buffet – at the very latest!!

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