Following a positive response to the recent FB poll, we were planning to run a one-day event of group training and timed solo rides in November at the Geraint Thomas National Velodrome. However, recent additional restrictions in Wales, and the local restrictions for Newport (particularly the ban on travel into and out of the area) now make this impossible. If things go well, these local measures could be lifted in a months time, but this is far from certain.
We have therefore decided to put plans for this event on hold. If it becomes possible to run the event in late November e.g. Saturday 28th, we will publicise it with at least 3 weeks notice.
Les Archer, member of Stourbridge Velo and long-time LVRC member and organiser, has sadly died at the age of 85. He will be missed by many fellow riders and friends in the LVRC/BMCR. His son Nick has asked for this obituary to be posted.
Most people have heard of the Everesting Challenge. Some of you may have completed it either on ZWIFT or on real roads. Contador recently set a new world record for the Everest challenge of about 7.5 hours for 8848 meters of climbing. As of writing Irishman Ronan McLaughlin has broken the Contador record by about 20 minutes! Average power 263 watts on Mamore Gap County Donegal. He raised a lot of money for his chosen charity the Community Rescue Service. BMCR announce its own version as something to focus on during these days without racing.
