Road Racing: The adult racers had a fantastic weekend! At RNAS Merryfield in the 3,4 road race, George Watch took a well-deserved win after a successful breakaway. In the E123 road race Nick Makin placed a strong 3rd, with Ian Cullen (18th) and Shaun Davey (20th) also putting in great performances. We wish a speedy…
He must have been looking down on us as over 100 MDCC members road the 3 routes of the Dartmoor Classic Sportive in honour of their former stalwart. With the HQ at Newton Abbot Rugby Club and ages ranging from 9 to 80 the members from top racers to club social riders took on either a…
The Mid Devon cycling club made a triumphant showing at the UCI Gralloch Gravel World Series race in the breath-taking Galloway Forest Park, Scotland. This gruelling one-day event is known for its stunning scenery and challenging terrain. Many Mid Devon riders braved the long journey to compete, and their efforts were rewarded. The top 25%…
Cyclists pushed their limits at the first Mid Devon open Time Trial of the year on the thrilling S4/10 route. The event saw a fantastic turnout of riders battling for personal bests and podium finishes from riders across the region. Cornish rider Steve Lampier stole the show with a blazing time of 19 minutes and…
In the past week, Mid Devon Cycling Club has been busy with several trips and races. Notably, two groups enjoyed long weekend cycling adventures in Brittany, France. These trips were organized by top club member Paul Martin and offered participants a chance to experience both challenging rides and beautiful sights. First club group in Brittany…
Local rider Nick Makin has kicked off his racing block in Europe with a win at the Evergem Kermesse in Belgium. Makin will compete in a few more races before linking up with the Mid Devon Cycling Club team in France to participate in the prestigious Vire race. Mid Devon Team Heads to Vire This…
Mid Devon cycling club riders had a busy weekend of racing, competing in the South West XC Series 2024 Round 1 at Grammarcombe woods in Ashcombe. The challenging course featured a mix of man-made and natural obstacles to test the riders’ skills, made even more difficult by heavy rain overnight and showers on race day….
The Mid Devon CC Youth Season Opener marked the first road racing event of the year at Torbay velopark. This event aimed to prepare young riders for the upcoming 2024 seasons, and it certainly lived up to expectations. Notably, Edward Fraile-Whysall showcased exceptional talent by winning all three stages in the under 16’s Boy category….
After a fantastic year for the club with 450 riders enjoying a great Social side and Racing, with many of the youth riders are trying to form path ways like the riders before them, with the rich history and a reputation for producing some of the country’s leading riders including Tour de France riders Colin Lewis and Jeremy…
The Southwest Cyclocross league awards for the 2023 season were held over the weekend, following eight rounds held across Devon, Cornwall, and Somerset. Despite the challenging wet and muddy conditions, the Mid Devon cycling club had a successful season. In the under 10 category, Fredrik Simcock dominated the series standings by winning six out of…