Today saw the second round of the Soggy Bottom mountain bike cross-country series. I arrived to a bright and sunny Newnham park to be greeted by two young army cadets marshaling the road crossing at the bottom of cottage return, a couple of riders passed not looking too muddy, Today was going to be fast!…
Plans are well underway for what will surely be one of the best Totnes Vire Race’s in many years. The event takes place on the weekend of the 28th/29th March 2015. Now in its 43rd year, the 3 stage, 2 day race has been promoted to National A status for 2015 making it the most…
Massive congratulations from all at MDCC to Ricky Parsons on being selected to receive funding from the Dave Rayner Fund for 2015. Ricky goes to Belgium to ride for Handi-Ness Team and is the latest in a long line of MDCC riders destined for greater things http://www.daveraynerfund.co.uk/2015-rider-selection/ November 2014 marked 20 years since Dave Rayner…
Saturday 24th January saw the first youth racing of the year at Torbay Velopark. A hardy bunch of youths across the age ranges turned out for the racing on a chilly but sunny morning. The morning’s racing was split in to two, with the under 12’s going off first. There were some good examples of…
The final instalment of the South West Cyclo-Cross League took place last weekend at Central Park, Plymouth. With final league standings in many of the age categories still to be decided, there were many battles being fought in the muddy but dry conditions. During the week the points amassed from the races were put into…
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This year instead of the Springtime Pursuits that have been the traditional “opener” to the South West road race calendar the MDCC are promoting one day of early season races on Sunday 22nd February. With the headquarters at Hatherleigh, the heart of Devon’s Red Ruby Cattle Country there are races available for all categories. In the morning…
After the Christmas break the MDCC cross riders took to the national stage on Saturday, competing in the National Championships held in Abergavenny. At this time of year, with the number of riders taking part, muddy conditions were guaranteed. So equipped with spare bikes, mud tyres and lots of extra clothing, the team made an…
Money from the Dartmoor Classic has enabled the club to invest in an exhibition trailer which will be located at the Torbay Velopark. The trailer will provide a focal point for club activities at the purpose built cycling facility and will be used as a sign on area for events and coaching. It is equipped…
Free racing licences for Mid Devon CC members ! In an effort to encourage greater participation in events, Mid Devon CC will be supplying free racing licences to all members who take part in five races during 2015. Club members will still need to take out Silver British Cycling membership at £40 but the additional…