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Post by manuel6b on Jul 7, 2012 0:02:38 GMT 1
Ok, there is some info under the Club Members section about the club league. Feel free to come back to me when you have read over it. I'm thinking of heading out on the MTBs this Sunday, early, 8am early. If anyone else is available then let me know. I'm flexible about where we go. Otherwise it will be me on my own. Nationals only 2 weeks away  |
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Post by bryce on Jul 7, 2012 13:09:26 GMT 1
Here's the way I see it... If the points system encourages you to turn up then it works. If it encourages you to push to better yourself then it works. If everyone turns up on a regular basis, and the best 4 out of 6 or whatever rounds are considered at the end then surely its fair and everyone is subject to the same rules. As I understand it, this isnt just a league for DCC members to have "bragging rights" at the end of the year, but a chance to get some training in for UXC and NPS rounds. After all surely its the guys in the other clubs that we really need to be competitive against?? These meets are a great way to measure your own performance, meet others and share your thoughts on the course and bike set up and preparation etc etc. This can only be a good thing and make us ALL more competive at UXC/NPS level  As for tomorrow I should be out, havent been to Tollymore in a while and Id be up for that. |
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Post by bigpeter151 on Jul 7, 2012 13:56:20 GMT 1
Looks like I'll be out tomorrow. |
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Post by bryce on Jul 7, 2012 18:44:25 GMT 1
I cant make the 8am start Martin. Ill be in Newcastle at 10.45am for an 11am start. Ill just park up at the tennis courts.
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Post by manuel6b on Jul 7, 2012 20:58:30 GMT 1
Bryce, have a good 'un.
Peter and I are meeting on Sunday at 7:30am at the Civic Centre in Lisburn. Drop me a text if you feel like joining us.
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Post by barryvankellett on Jul 7, 2012 21:23:28 GMT 1
Bryce, have a good 'un. Peter and I are meeting on Sunday at 7:30am at the Civic Centre in Lisburn. Drop me a text if you feel like joining us. M Was just about to text looking to see where you's were heading. I can't face the Belvoir mud... I'll be out at about half 7 then on the road to save time (cleaning up!) |
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Post by bigpeter151 on Jul 8, 2012 13:57:39 GMT 1
Thanks for the run out today Martin. Think I'll stick to the rough stuff from now on..... That black stuff is bad news...  |
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Post by manuel6b on Jul 8, 2012 15:11:14 GMT 1
Good run out this morning. Peter and I set off from the Civic Centre around 7:50. Damp day. Took in same type of route as per the winter runs. Over footbridge, up to Giants Ring, into the trees for only a short spin to find out how the 'forest beavers' were getting on. Mad stuff. Very muddy in there.
Back on to the path. Headed for Lagan Meadows then onto Cardiac Hill and finally Aberdelghy. It was at the exit from Aberdelghy that Peter had a "wee lie down". Front wheel puncture to blame. Fixed. I got home just before 10 am. Knackered!!
Cheers Peter.
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Post by brianwilson on Jul 31, 2012 22:05:49 GMT 1
MTB league resumes Friday 3rd August at 7.00.
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Post by johns on Aug 1, 2012 9:24:36 GMT 1
I'll do timekeeper for this one.
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Post by manuel6b on Aug 1, 2012 11:00:59 GMT 1
John, great to have you timekeep. That eliminates one of the competition. Now to try to beat Bryce, Brian and Barry. I wonder if John McG's time trial bike would be any better around that course...... ;D |
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Post by johns on Aug 1, 2012 12:50:40 GMT 1
If it keeps raining the way it is a boat might be your best bet!!!
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Post by bryce on Aug 2, 2012 21:36:34 GMT 1
John, great to have you timekeep. That eliminates one of the competition. Now to try to beat Bryce, Brian and Barry. I wonder if John McG's time trial bike would be any better around that course...... ;D "Sure TT bikes are...", and I quote one of the fastest men at tonights race, "...No advantage whatsoever over a road bike..." Ahem. Anyway I volunteered to help out @ Friday's race, but have been refused and am told I am racing despite my knee injury... MG I was gonna take it easy Fri night and just use it as wee spin out to get the legs turning again. Im afraid youve put paid to that idea and Im gonna have to go all out now ftw! lol |
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Post by bigpeter151 on Aug 3, 2012 23:01:45 GMT 1
Had one of those nights on, or should I say off the bike tonight! You know things aren't off to a good start when you fall off in the car park...
Struggled to finish the course let alone put a good time in.
Bring on the race next week!
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Post by bryce on Aug 3, 2012 23:17:34 GMT 1
It was particularly difficult tonight with the boggy bits, however I just pegged it back a bit and concentrated on putting in a steady effort. I really enjoyed it in the end!
MG got a sneaky practice lap in which I found out about on my race run. Oh and cheers for pushing that tree out of the way Martin, just in time too.
Cant wait for a dry run of that course again, even if it does suit the fitter guys.
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Post by bigpeter151 on Aug 3, 2012 23:31:56 GMT 1
Bog I can handle.
Just had a bad night. Happens to the best of us I suppose.
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Post by barryvankellett on Aug 3, 2012 23:38:55 GMT 1
I was quite surprised with the conditions tonight after our great summer. I was worried I might choke on the dust.
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Post by manuel6b on Aug 3, 2012 23:40:41 GMT 1
1 Barry Van K
2 Stephen K
3 Bryce H
4 Brian W
5 Martin G
6 Peter R
7 Nathan S
8 Alan D
Details under the Members section
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Post by bryce on Aug 3, 2012 23:58:10 GMT 1
Peter you've had a week off the bike, so I wouldnt be too worried about having an "off" night. Turning up and doing it is the main thing.
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