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The “Sprocket” Page October 2004

Late “SPROCKET” News

Kate Takes Club Record

                        sor               Kate Alexander. New Rye Wheeler Record Holder

In only her second time trial, Rye Wheeler Kate Alexander beat Roma Page’s 10 mile record that has stood since 1957.

Storming round the Thornton Road Club’s Newchurch course on Saturday 11 September in 30 minutes and 2 seconds she knocked almost a minute off the Rye Wheelers Women’s record. Kate plans to get one more ten mile event in before the close of season in an attempt to reduce the record to under 30 minutes (20mph.)

Next year Kate plans to take Roma’s 25 mile record which has also stood since 1957.

Jon Races in France

Rye Wheeler Jon Beasley travelled to Abbeville in France on 11 September to compete in one of France’s biggest Sportive rides of 2004. The course was 130km. (80 miles) with lots of demanding hills. He completed the distance in 4-22-53 and was placed 152nd., out of over 1,000 starters, with an average speed of over 31 km per hour. Jon was also placed 18th. English rider in his age group of 18-29 years and won a silver medal.

Well done Jon.

Adventures of the Rye & District Wheelers Past and Present.

The Tuesday Run. All ages and any bike. Short runs to Pett, Appledore etcspr

Three Races in Three Days

The racing members of the club were busy over the first weekend in September with some riders competing in threee time trials. The final Tenterden Evening “10” 0f the year was won by the Wheeler’s man of the moment Barry Goodsell. He has been the fastest rider in no less than nine of the Tenterden events this season against riders from all the prominent local clubs. The following morning, Saturday 4, the club’s new lady member Katy Alexander, took part in her first time trial in the Thornton Road Club “10” on Romney Marsh, her time of 31-24 was just 31 seconds outside Roma Page’s 1957 record. The next day was “25” Mile Championship day, the event being incorporated in the V.T.T.A race on the Marsh, Brookland – Ashford, New Romney course. Six riders competed on a bright, calm morning more than any other club save for the famous San Fairy Ann club from Maidstone who had seven starters. The Wheeler’s Champion was Barry Goodsell who recorded a brilliant One Hour, Three Minutes and Forty-four Seconds, just 46 seconds outside the club record. Second was Jon Beasley with 1-8-14 and third Gary Booth in 1-18-55.

                Champion for the second year. Barry Goodsell.re

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Gary Booth was third

Full Result

1. Barry Goodsall 1 Hour 3 Minutes 40 Seconds

2. Jon Beasley 1 Hour 8 Minutes 14 Seconds

3. Gary Booth 1 Hour 18 Minutes 55 Seconds

4. Jim Hollands 1 Hour 19 Minutes 37 Seconds

5. Granville Bantick 1 Hour 28 Minutes 11 Seconds

6. Kevin Hall 1 Hour 30 Minutes 42 Seconds

“Rye’s New” October 2004

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Three Races in Three Days

The racing members of the club were busy over the first weekend in September with some riders competing in threee time trials. The final Tenterden Evening “10” 0f the year was won by the Wheeler’s man of the moment Barry Goodsell. He has been the fastest rider in no less than nine of the Tenterden events this season against riders from all the prominent local clubs. Continue reading Sprocket Page Oct 2004

“Triples” Competition won by Peasmarsh Squad

The Mermaid sponsored “Triples” Bowls competition held at Rye on Sat 31 July was won by Peasmarsh Bowls Club. Husband and wife couple Alf and Wendy Boorman together with Pete Maylam made up the team. They played their three games without losing a match. Their high aggregate of shots won ensured a fine result over Hollington B.C. and Westfield B. C. who were second and third respectively. Continue reading “Triples” Competition won by Peasmarsh Squad

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Stories and Adventures of the Rye & District Wheelers Past and Present

The Wheelers have retained only one of their original prewar trophies, the others were lost in the period 1950-54. That is why the 25 Mile Championship Shield is so highly coveted by the Club and is so fiercely fought over each year. Continue reading The “Sprocket” Page

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Barry Knocks 15 Minutes Off Record

History was made by three riders from the Rye Wheelers in the East Sussex Cycling Association 100 Mile Time Trial on 11 July. This was the first occasion in the club’s 120 year history that a team has competed in a “100”. Continue reading The “Sprocket” Page

The Ringo Trophy

Rye Bowls “Ringo” Cup

Report & Pictures by Jo’ Vincent

On Sunday 20 June members of Rye Bowls Club took part in the Annual Ringo Cup competition which resulted in a win for Liz Bracey. Liz became the overall winner with the best “shot difference”, after a tight tussle with runner up Vic Woolveridge, Reg Niall was third. Continue reading The Ringo Trophy

Mum’s Dad’s Babies Swim at Rye Pool

 

On Friday’s at the Rye Swimming Pool there is more than splashing going on, there is singing, gurgling, cooing and yes, you guessed it, some yelling but mostly smiling babies and parents as they support their little ones in the pool under the watchful eye of instructor Ruth Heyes. The parent baby group was formed by Community Nursery Nurse Linda Brown with the help of Simon Richardson who works at the centre. Continue reading Mum’s Dad’s Babies Swim at Rye Pool

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Wheelers New Tuesday Runs are a Success

Up to eight riders have been getting out regularly every Tuesday to enjoy a sociable run with Rye’s Cycling Club. Places visited have included Pett, Appledore, Lydd, Stone and Brenzett, all short rides at speeds within anyone’s capabilities. More riders can be accommodated. Anyone who wants to join the group, old or young alike, can just turn up at the Riverhaven Hotel Car Park any Tuesday at 1 pm. There are no formalities and the group will ride at the speed of the slowest rider. Continue reading Sprocket Page

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Adventures of the Rye & District Wheelers – Past and Present

                                 The A.G.M.

The Annual General Meeting of the Rye & District Wheelers took place at the Riverhaven Hotel on Thursday 12 February. The majority of the club’s members attended and elected officials for the coming year. Chairman Jim Hollands, Secretary Gemma Glover, Treasurer Granville Bantick, Racing Secretay Gary Booth and Club Captain Roy Fritchley.

The Chairman reported that the club had lost a valuable member in Harry Walker, who died recently. He had held the post of treasurer since the club was re-activated in 2000.

Richard Mwangi, who was a member during his six months stay in Rye has written to thank the members for the £750 raised in a 24 hour indoor cycle marathon. This had paid for his first two terms of further education and with help from friends at St. Mary’s Church he has negotiated his first year.

The members thought it might be a good idea to repeat the money raising event, with some modifications, and help Rye St. John Ambulance towards getting their new vehicle. Various ideas were discussed and eventually it was decided that a 12 hour 3-up relay on rollers, continuous live music and a 1000 balloon race would be a fun way of raising a good sum of money. Various sites will be investigated with a provisional date for the Whitsun Bank Holliday Saturday.

The Racing Secretary told of great events to come and took orders for more Rye Wheeler Racing Vests. There are up to eight racing members for the 2004 season, so team victories could be possible.

The Sunday and Tuesday runs from the Riverhaven at 9am. and 1pm. respectively are attracting more riders and prospective new members are invited to turn up for these, or phone Jim Holllands on 222420 or Gary Booth on 222701 for further details.

2003 was a good year all round for the Wheelers and with many Runs, Races and Social Events planned,2004 should even better.

From “Rye’s Own” March 2004

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