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NEWS
SUMMER
2008
Updated 28th Sept 2008
| SEP 2008 |
Devon
Car Free Day Check
http://www.devon.gov.uk
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| SEP 2008 |
Fifty riders took part in the South Hams Audax and Grunters Audax\ events on 7th September. It was a glorious sunny day as riders enjoyed popular route dow to Newton Ferrers, and looped backed through South Brent and on to Torcross for the afternoon section.
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| SEP 2008 |
Ian Hibell from Brixham has been killed by a hit & run driver near Athens. Ian was probably one of the worlds most reknowned long distance globetrotting cyclists, and spent the last 40 years of his life rding around various parts of the world. His most famous exploits were from Cape Horn to Alaska, and during his life he claimed many firsts, such as crossing the Darrian gap. In past years local CTC rides visited Ian's home in Brixham to hear about some of his trips over a cup of tea. He was also involved locally with training youngsters in cycling proficiency and road safety campaigns, and considering his many close shaves with death during his adventures it's ironic that his life should end in this fashion. Memories of his adventures live on in books like "Into the remote places". |
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| AUG 2008 |
End
to End - success. http://lejogcycle.weebly.com/daily-diary.html |
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| SEP 2008 |
Tour of Newton Abbot Cycle Lanes. CTC
is supporting a local tour of the cycle routes around Newton Abbot.
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| AUG 2008 |
South
Hams Audax rides. Both
events cover some very scenic parts of Devon and riders are encouraged
to enter in advance to avoid disappointment. |
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| AUG 2008 |
On Saturday 30th August Arthur Civill from CTC Exeter will be leading a ride from Exeter's Quay to Woodbury for a Cream Tea in support of the Devon Church Bell Restoration Fund. The cost of the tea will be £3 but the ride is free. Participants will have the chance to see bell-ringers in action. The ride will follow the canal-side path to Countess Wear, then the off-road route to Topsham. From Topsham we will ride on-road past Dart's Farm to Ebford and then along the back lanes to Woodbury for tea. The return journey will pass through Woodbury Salterton and Clyst St Mary. The distance each way is 8 miles and takes about 1 hour. Interested riders should assemble outside Saddles and Paddles on the Quay for a 2:30 pm start. If you wish to join the ride please let Cathy Civill know by email or phone 01395 266836 so that we have an idea of numbers. .......details on the WIKI |
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| AUG 2008 |
£20m
Sports Centre plan to include Velodrome. Devon County Council has earmarked £10m towards a new centre of Sporting Achievement in Kingsteignton, and this would include a Velodrome, plus BMX and racing circuit. The project based on Watts Blake & Bearne land by the clay pits requires £10m matched funding from other sources. If successful the project will provide a great opportunity for youngsters getting into cycling as a sport, and the facilities would also link in with Teign School which has no sports hall at present. |
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| AUG 2008 |
Wray
Valley Trail |
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| AUG 2008 |
This weekend sees the TAMAR 100Km RELIABILITY TRIAL. Taking in some fine scenery around the Devon and Cornwall borders, and also as a part of the CTC Devon Touring Competition. Start is at Saltash Services Car Park at 9.30am. Organiser Bryan Richardson -01752-330007 |
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| AUG 2008 |
End
to End They
are riding for a disabled centre in South Africa and aim to raise £10,000 |
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| JULY 2008 |
Twenty
five search lanes for clues.
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| JULY 2008 |
CTC Devon's next competitive event is this weekend (20th July). The event has been organised by Andy Endicott of CTC South Hams. The Vernon Deith Memorial Treasure Hunt starts at Follaton Hall, TOTNES. GR: 785608. Check in by 10 am. You'll need OS Map 202 ( 1:50000) Car Parking available at the hall. Contact Andy for more details: 01803-865350 |
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| JULY 2008 |
Bike
theft scuppers 600Km weekend.
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| JULY 2008 |
Memorial
ride for Exmouth rider. There will be a memorial ride for who was killed tragically on the A379 near Exminster on 6th July. The
ride will take place from Exmouth at 6pm on Saturday 19th July. |
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| JULY 2008 |
Torbay Summer socials. CTC
Torbay have two events next week as part of the summer social season. On
Friday 18th July an evening of Kayaking/Canoeing starts at 5PM at Grenville
House by Brixham Marina. |
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| JULY 2008 |
Media frenzy follows
fining of cyclist who killed a pedestrian. Much more information and discussion about this on these links.
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/7497432.stm |
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| JULY 2008 |
Cyclist
dies in tragic accident near Exminster. |
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| JULY 2008 |
Debbie
arrives in Paris.
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| JULY 2008 |
The fifteenth annual Devon Delight Audax randonne eventually pulled in 85 riders. A rush of on-the-line entries boosted the numbers. It was a fine day for most of the event, with a cool breeze. The new control at Thorverton was stocked with cakes made by Lynda Swayne of CTC Torbay. The events form part of the CTC Devon Touring Competition, and you see the results for that by clicking <HERE>
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| JULY 2008 |
Debbie
on her way to Paris.
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| JUNE 2008 |
After a slow start entries are now rolling in for this weekends events. There are still around 30 places available on the Devon Delight, and these will be open to entries on the line on Sunday. The events form part of the CTC Devon Touring Competition, and you see the results for that by clicking <HERE> |
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| JUNE 2008 |
Beaky the Buzzard was back in action in North Devon this month. A couple of riders on the SW 600 were attacked by the bird which has now made this an annual habit. On had his hat pulled off and rapidly returned.
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| JUNE 2008 |
During the fuel strike earlier in the week, fuel at Foxhayes Garage in Exeter was being sold at £1.99 per litre As the City of Exeter is gearing up for National Bike Week, and it's "Cycle Sunday" event this weekend, there has probably not been a better excuse for riding a bike for a long time. CTC Devon will have a stand at this years event, promoting it's Sunday rides and general events. 
## Devon CTC are not responsible for other external sites that we may link to. |
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| JUNE 2008 |
FINE
NIGHT FOR THE MASS EXODUS
# Devon CTC are not responsible for other external sites that we may link to. |
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| JUNE 2008 |
THE DARKNESS BECKONS - 125 signed up for Exodus III - 48 hrs. to go
The third Exmouth Exodus is this weekend. If you like riding at night then this is an event for you. The ride starts around 10pm from Bristol and takes you straight over the Mendips and the Blackdowns through the night to a nice greasy breakfast at Exmouth. Good fun, lot's of camaradarie, and even a brew on the way round. Click the banner above for the website. ( You'll need lights!!) - and if you're using rail to get there - Good Luck!
# Devon CTC are not responsible for other external sites that we may link to. |
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| JUNE 2008 |
Camapgnolo will be introducing 11 speed cassettes in 2009. The extra cog will be squeezed into the same space as the current 10-speed setups. While this means likely backwards compatibility with existing hubs and wheelsets, it does signal narrower cog spacing and chain widths, and probably a subtle adjustment in chainring spacing, as well as yet another shifter and derailleur 'standard' that will surely create some headaches on the retail level. The new chain is also supposedly just 5.5mm wide which raises the obvious concerns regarding drivetrain wear. Shimano are also expected to go eleven speed in the near future. |
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| JUNE 2008 |
Yealm
Estuary Shared Use Pathway NEWS: ( thanks to Ken Middlemiss.) Sustrans have been in discussions with the Kitley Estate over the last year about the nature of the proposed route for a shared use pathway along the old railway track alongside the Yealm Estuary. The proposal is to make pathway to link up to Brixton and to Plymouth, and to provide access to a wide variety of potential users. Michael Bastard is anxious to gauge local opinion. Sustrans have shown the plans to the Parish Council, and made them available on the internet. The Parish Council have asked Sustrans to collate any comments and to arrange a suitable presentation to give more details later in the summer. In the meantime, the plans can be found at http://www.sustrans.org.uk/default.asp?sID=1092667909983 –there is a facility to send them comments, and that is absolutely vital in the next round of influencing the outcome. The link will also be made available in The Yealmpton Press in the summarised in the minutes for the June meeting of the Parish Council It’s very important that we get as much varied support for the Shared Use Pathway as possible I’d ask you to write in yourself, and to arrange for at least one other person, preferably representing a type of user to write in too I’ll be contacting the Bike User Groups in Plymouth, Plymouth City Council., Yealmpton Youth Group, Paddy Healy on behalf of the disabled. If you can think of people or groups who would add weight to the case, do ask them to write to Sustrans |
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| JUNE 2008 |
CTC
Devon Clothing is available On-Line.
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| JUNE 2008 |
Roger
injured after crash on the "Wellython"
There is some sad news regarding Roger Hicks's ride to New Zealand nicknamed the Wellython. He was knocked of his bike after 4000miles whilst riding through Iran. He has received treatment in hospital for serious head injuries, and although he should recover, he will not be able to continue his ride, and is obviously deeply disappointed. Details and updates are at: http://www.wellython.blogspot.com/
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| JUN 2008 |
This summer’s Five miles to Fabulous bike rides are an easy first step towards getting healthy, having fun and meeting new friends. If it’s been a while since you last used a bike, don’t worry – lots of other people on the day will be in the same boat. All you need to bring is a bike that works, a drink and a snack, and yourself. Meet at Village shop Kentisbeare at 14.30 or Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme at 15.15. From Kentisbeare along quiet lanes to Coldharbour Mill, Uffculme, where we hope to meet a second group of riders; refreshments available for purchase at Coldharbour Mill; then leave at 15.15ish returning to Kentisbeare with all riders. Then Uffculme riders will be accompanied back to their start point. Contact Jenny Ingram by email or tel 01392 841520 |
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| JUN 2008 |
The City of Exeter is getting prepared for lots of cycle events during National Bike Week and also the Cycle Sunday events on 22nd June. CTC will have a display stand there manned by CTC Exeter, who will be giving out leflets and guides about our rides and events, and also publicising the CTC's "Cyclehero" initiative to highlight climate change issues. Sunday 22nd June, 10am - 5pm Cycle Sunday! A celebration of cycling for everyone at Flowerpot Playing Fields near Millers Crossing in Exeter. Join our six or twelve mile charity rides for Force Cancer Charity or watch mountain bike, BMX & unicycle displays, try out wacky bikes with the Cycling Circus or enjoy fun nature rides with Exeter Wildlife Watch. Plus free Dr Bike Clinics & security marking! Go to www.forcecancercharity.co.uk/events to register online or telephone (01392) 402875. |
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| JUN 2008 |
Cyclists are to be allowed to ride the wrong way down one-way streets in a pilot scheme that could see motorists prosecuted if a collision occurs. The only warning given to motorists will be a blue sign telling them that cyclists can ride in either direction. Other councils are likely to follow if the experiment, which is being carried out by Kensington and Chelsea council in west London, is successful. |
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| JUN 2008 |
Less than a month to go to the annual Devon Delight and Torplex Audax rides which start on 29th June. This year the routes have changed slightly. Thorverton is now the halfway control point for the Delight, and the first food control for the Torplex. The Devon Delight now avoids the old A38, and takes some quiet lanes through Brampford Speke to Thorverton. Start and finish are at the normal venue - the Recreational Trust in Marsh Road, Newton Abbot. |
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