San Fairy Ann Cycle Club

We had a good day out at Preston Park on Saturday, and the SFA colours were on show for the first time for ages. The low turnout was a bit disappointing, especially as Jodie's intention to ride never materialised. You can't say I hadn't tried to rally our troops, though! By the time the main event arrived - the 26-lap scratch race - Eric and Anthony had mastered the peculiarities of the track. Anthony, in true Bristow fashion - stirred things up from the start until a two-man break became seven. Vying to get the most-laps prize, Anthony was just edged out of that competition but worked hard to gain a lap on the field with his breakaway companions. In the meantime Eric made his presence felt at the head of the main bunch to assist his clubmate. Anthony just missed out on the medals, but gave a good account of himself. Both will have gained valuable experience from the meeting, and I had a good time making my voice heard from the trackside!

Regards
Pete

Uh-oh
I didn't realise it was this weekend and was actualli in Canterbury on my DofE expedition.
I was getting ready to ride it next week and purposely didn't enter the hill climb
I really need to think about getting a calendar to keep a record of everything
I'll put that on the Christmas list for next season.
But I was quite confused as to why the deadline for pre-entry was already gone - but it makes sense now
Glad you enjoyed it anyway and will definately sign up for next year and a LOT more practice in the mean time.
If I ask my mummy nicely see may even take me down to Newport.

Just to round off a good day out, have just logged on to website for results and found some excellent photos. Go to www.scrl.co.uk and follow link to Rupert Rivett's gallery. In addition to the rostrum photos are some good shots of the racing, in which Anthony and Eric feature, and, amazingly one of me doing what I'm good at - telling others how to do it!
Regards
Pete