[Results] GHS South district time trial - P163/5 - 22/06/2016

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3C held the junior GHS South district qualifier on Wednesday 22nd June riding from Norleywood. The beautiful evening was almost too hot, which combined with a long slow start to the course made for a tricky ride for the 13 Junior competitors.

The course used was the P163 5 mile TT ride finishing on the long flat straight next to Hatchett pond. All riders had excellent times which can be found HERE.

Many thanks to Martin and Helen for organising and to the marshalls Ian, Dave, John, Tom and Lucy. Special thanks to our timekeepers from Sotonia Martin and David and to Nick for recording the results. 

Excellent work to all riders!

[Results] 3C Racing w/c 20/06/2016

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3C riders went across the borders to race in West Sussex on Tuesday. Lead by a fantastic charge by the clubs ace lady racer...Faith Fisher claimed her first and a resounding  victory at Goodwood Race circuit ahead of an all category ladies field who could only hope to come second once she launched her race winning move (More info to come on this incredible achievement). She was joined with Laura, another of the ladies team, who had an excellent ride, showing what it takes to wear the 3C jersey.

Meanwhile refreshing his road racing skills once more Phil Glasgow took to the bunch. A new venue for Glasgow meant quick lessons had to be learned and with stiff cross winds to contend with Phil admirably displayed his strength and bike handling ability. On a number of occasions breaking clear of the field in bids for glory  he was only thwarted by the deceptive stiff breeze. Inspite of a lack of familiarity with the circuit Phil acquitted himself well remaining in contention right to the last when his lack of experience of the circuit deprived him of honours.

Representing the club in Elite/1/2 race O'Hara once again proved that age need not be a barrier finishing a creditable 12th after a windy and tactically fought race. 

Another incredible week of 3C racing!

[Results] UKCE South Downs Way MTB EPIC

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This weekend was a muddy one for the off-road members in the club. A team of keen riders got up at the crack of dawn to head over to Fontwell racecourse setting off on the South Downs Way EPIC ride organised by UKCE.

The course was tough, with some short steep climbs, some long "leg burner" climbs and some technical downhill sections. 

All riders completed the course including Phil Jones who managed to limp home after sustaining a 2 inch gash in his tyre sidewall and walking the last 3 miles!

Excellent work to all riders - an awesome day to spend on the South Downs!

[Results] More excellent results for 3C

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Representing 3C Nick O'Hara managed to put together consecutive top 10 places in Elite/1/2 category races last week. 

On 15th June at Goodwood motor racing circuit O'Hara unleashed a sprint that any younger rider would have been proud of! Timing was sadly just off on this outing as O'Hara just missed taking the bunch sprint. Settling for tenth in such esteemed company was definitely no mean feet for the 49 year old.  

Nick rode again on the following evening at Mountbatten Center Portsmouth. A smaller field and challenging conditions made for ferocious racing with average speed around 28 mph and max speeds in excess of 35mph. O'Hara certainly found the hard racing he was looking for acquitting himself well with 8th place.

Racing in the preceding event Phil Glasgow made a welcome and resounding return to bunch racing at Mountbatten. Involving himself in most of the decisive moves and challenging consistently for position Phil moved with a stealth through the bunch that belied his lack of recent racing. A minor tactical error in the last lap prevented Phil from challenging for a top position but coming in 11th showed he is no slouch on the tarmac and certainly one to watch.

Chapeau to all and more of the same please! Who's going to join us?

[Results] An excellent weekend of racing for 3C

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What an excellent weekend of racing for 3C, after getting home from a comparatively lazy day on the saddle, my inbox had exploded with race results. Many of our black and white jerseys had been racing all over the country, with some incredible results:

Martin Balk set a time of 25.58 for the Hemel Hempstead 10 finishing middle of the field; an impressive run!

Whilst Martin was giving it his all in the TT some of our Ladies race team were doing the same over at the Bristol GP. An epic afternoon of racing saw Sarah Hickman secure 3rd place and Zoe Taylor take 11th.

Excellent work to all riders, lets keep these amazing results coming!

[Results] Tour of Cambridgeshire

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On the 4th and 5th of June lots of 3C riders headed up to Cambridgeshire to compete in the ToC Grand Fondo. The 80 mile circuit saw all of our riders push themselves hard to compete for spots in the UCI grand fondo world series.

All the riders had fantastic days, with PBs all round. 5 riders also qualified for the UCI world series, which is an incredible achievement.

Faith fisher: 4th
Sarah Hickman: 11th
Phil Glasgow: 43rd
Ian Sherin: 56th
Ben Pym: 61st
Caroline Cooil: 45th in age category

Congratulations to all riders, a very very successful day for 3C!

[Results] Crabwood CC P164/10 TT

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Lots of 3C jerseys attended a windy P164 10 mile TT kindly run by Crabwood CC. Not only were the riders out in full force, several sets of 3C members were lined up along various parts of the course to cheer them on! The results were fantastic, with all riders pushing themselves. See the awesome photos below taken by Ant Gahr on the final climb of the circuit.

[Results] - IoW Randonnee - 1st May 2016 - 3C On Tour

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16 3C riders set out on the first of May to tackle the Isle of Wight Randonnee organised by the Wayfarers Cycle Touring Club. 100km was conquered in the beautiful sunshine by all riders and everyone returned with smiles (and rather pink noses!).

Special thanks to the Wayfarers CTC for putting on such an excellent event and superb work by all riders!

[Sportive] - IoW Randonnee - 1st May 2016 - 3C On Tour

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This year, 3C will be showing full team colours at the IoW Randonee. We will be riding out as a group:

  • Leaving Cyclexperience Hythe at 0900
  • Doing the full 100km Randonee route starting at Yarmouth
  • Cycling to Lymington to get the Lymington -> Yarmouth ferry at 1015
  • A more social ride with pub lunch (To celebrate Ant's 40th Birthday!)
  • We will be leaving at 0900 very promptly, so please arrive early

Please note, all participants must do the following:

  • Wear club kit! (If you have it)
  • Sign up for the ride and print your number (free) - http://www.cycleisland.co.uk/
  • Read the safety info in the email after signing up
  • Ensure you have a booked and paid for ferry ticket for the crossing

Lets get out there in full 3c force!

Enjoy.

[Info] - New Website!

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Finally our members decided to put their smiles on and take some nice photos, which enabled us to build a nice new website! The site is still work in progress, but is now live and can be found on 3ccycle.club. Be sure to check regularly for new events, news, results and of course, photos.

[Storytime] - South Downs Way

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One of our members Phil has been out on an epic solo bikepacking trip along the South Downs Way and has written a nice account of his trip. You can read his story - HERE

[Results] - New Forest CC - P164/10

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The club turned out in fantastic force at the P164 10 mile TT. There was a wide range of members from experienced TT riders to people trying it for the first time! As usual, it was a pleasure to see so many black and white jerseys and for something a little different our club coach Nick even brought his tandem along!! Thanks to all involved with the organisation - a fantastic race! 

[Sportive] - Wiggle new forest spring sportive

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Lots of our members had an awesome ride on Saturday 9th throughout the forest. The 83 mile "Wiggle new forest spring sportive - EPIC" kindly run by our friends at uk cycling events was conquered by a large number of our black and white jerseys, we even had a fan club waiting for us as we spun across hilltop! An epic day was had by all, which saw all riders achieving 'gold' status. Excellent riding from all and great to see such a show of club colours. More pictures to come soon!

[Results] - P140/10 - 2 UP

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Several of our valiant crew went up to ride and had some fantastic results. You can see the score board here: