Sunday 3rd August This mornings club run attracted a handful of new riders, so a massive West Kent RC welcome goes to Sonya, Darren, Richard and Maurice It was decided early on to split the run into two with separate destinations, allowing us to see what the abilities of the “newbies” was – apologies to […]
This was my first run out with the new saturday ride, and it was very hard especially for me. We met at the normal place for 9am with the prospect of heavy rain, waiting was Alex, Austin and Lee.We waited until 9:15 when we were sure nobody else was joining we set out on what […]
Five West Kent members signed up for this event on the E2/10 near Newmarket. Basically it’s a blast up and down part of the A11 dual carriageway but we were given plenty of space by the vehicles. Rain threatened but apart from a few spots didn’t really materialise. The wind however was present, in your face […]
Haven’t been for a while due to flooding early Spring.
This was my first race back after a block of training, first race as a third cat and my first race on the Biddenden course, so I didn’t really know what to expect, my main aim for the race was to give 100%, to make sure that after the race had finished I had no […]
Hi – I met you at the Dartford Festival and asked if you could help recruit for the London to Brighton Cycle which is happening on 7th September 14. We have 8 places to fill and it would be great if you could encourage anyone to take part. Details on our website http://www.dvh.nhs.uk/about-us/fundraising/forthcoming-events/ Please reply […]
Saturday Lol and myself got down to Dartford park at 9:50 to set the stand up as the cars had to be gone at 10:30. As it was a bit short notice we had to improvise on what we had, we would like to think we did a good job. With one of our […]
This year’s hill climb championship will be incorporated in to the Wigmore / KCA hill climb to be held on Hollingbourne Hill on 5 October 2014.
The Catford CC 25 Mile Time Trial on 31 August 2014 has been nominated as this year’s Hewitt Cup Event. The trophy goes to the fastest WKRC rider on the day.
Nice. (again)
Cheeseburger, anyone? Go through the residential entrance, there is a fascist jobsworth on the gate to the marina. Or you could go down the gravelly footpath.
Many thanks to Trevor Benton and Tony Edwards of WKRC, Duncan Leith of 34 Nomads and Bob Ruskowski of The Dulwich Paragon for being part of the team running the cyling at Crystal Palace on the 5th. Unfortunately the rain/dampness meant that the TT’s were shortened to hill climbs due to a bend that is […]
Sky released this short film on what goes into the trucks. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmOObFewkdQ&feature=youtu.be
Dear Wife/Husband/Sweetheart/Girlfriend/Boyfriend/Partner/ whoever it may concern. 1. Between the 5th and 27th of July 2014, you should read the sports section of the newspaper so that you are aware of what is going on regarding the World of Cycling and that way, […]
From news reports one might think that only cyclists were killed on London’s streets but here are some nymbers, but don’t take into account the size of any of the relavent populations. For 2013 the total death toll from accidents was 132. and made up as follows: 14 cyclists, 65 pedestrians and the balance of […]
Let me start by saying you could not have had a nicer day for our first road race, perhaps if I’m being picky it was a bit too warm well for me anyway. We had use of cyclopark from 9am and by the time i arrived at 9:20 Eddie and John had already set up the […]
After the race sunday and a short relax, we would like to get some new photos for the website as we still have use of the track. It will only be a short session comprising a group photo with hopefully the new flags and a couple of track shots with a train shot and a […]
The new race calendar has gone live, anybody wishing to start using it to post race meeting they are doing will need to contact me and i will give you edit access the the google calendar we use. Click HERE to view the calendar.
Hopefully the sun will make an appearance!
Bryton rider 40 with speed,cadence and heart rate monitor for sale. £90 ONO Contact Steve.C
Hi all, A line to let you know that I have ordered the medals for the under 40’s Gold, Sliver and Bronze and the same for the Vets plus a Gold for the Ladies so lets ensure that all those who showed interest at club night take part. If your name didn’t appear on […]
The San Fairy Ann CC Sportive takes place on the 5th May, which is a 118km ride in aid of Kent Air Ambulance. One of our own has had to make use of this service in the past and I hope no one else has to. Support this worthwhile cause by entering here… https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/103841/San-Fairy-Ann-CC-Cyclosportive It’s […]
Graham tells me he has sold up the Vets practice and now runs the Snail at Stone St. He has invited the club to have a breakfast there sometime soon. Please respond to me if interested. Up to about 15 years ago the club had an annual dinner in The Bexley/ Dartford area and then […]
For those of you yet to pay your subs for 2014, you are now more than four months overdue. If you need a renewal form, please let me know. Subs remain at £20 for first claim membership and £8 for social membership.
We now have a video page with footage from members bikes. Located on the gallery page. Click here to go direct
Watch this video and be amazed. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HhabgvIIXik&sns=em
The club will be holding it’s road race championships – Men and Women -on Sunday June 8th at Cyclopark. Open to the club’s 1st claim members only. The race will be about an hour in length and will be a handicap. How will this work? Riders will be started off from least fast to fastest […]
I am happy to take a group on Sunday’s club run and if anyone fancies a social ride to the cafe, Ed is happy to take a group. Cheers Mike Holmes For route see below. http://www.strava.com/routes/93895
Come and join us for the first club night of 2014 from 8pm onwards.
Club nights are held in Wilmington from 7:30 pm at the hall in Albert Road corner of Martin Road.
Addidas Winter Overshoes – Will fit up to a size 8 shoe, never worn outside. Bought the begining of the year for £24. Will Accept £10 Otterbox Defender case For iphone4/4s, Very solid case with belt clip £10 Contact Steve.C
It will be about 21 miles to the café via Otford/Chipstead/Toys Hill courtesy of my Mio 505. We should arrive at the cafe @ 10:45
Colin Smith has sent us this from Road CC, on sale from Thursday in Aldi. http://road.cc/content/news/99249-aldi-performance-cycle-clothing-sale-thursday
I bought the 505 and so far I’m very pleased with it. Look out for a full review soon. Don’t forget we have an exclusive WKRC discount, e-mail me for the code. LoL
KCA Reliability Trial 27 October 2013 The drop outs started on Saturday – The early group should have consisted of five riders, and excuses came in thick and fast, from an “injured knee playing golf” to “something’s telling me I shouldn’t do it”. Okay it may well have also been that due to the forecast […]
Check out WKRC Hilden Golf Club Route on Strava. http://www.strava.com/routes/71949
30 seconds. Ooops better clip both feet in. 10 seconds. Concentrate. Everything in place. A few deep breaths (saw Chris Hoy do that. He seems to know what he’s doing.) 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Away. Little stand to get up the pace and then settle back down into the […]
Crown Point Inn has again been booked for this years celebration on the 1st December Cost is still £15.95 each Those interested should get in early, as space is limited . Menu/Invites will be out soon Kind Regards Steve R