It has been confirmed that Kirkcaldy will again stage the opening round of the Tour Series as 10 top British teams begin their five-week battle on May 14 to be crowned champions of the series, which sees teams go head to head for victory.
We should make an effort to go and watch this stage!
Reminder
This sunday is the Dundee Thistle reliability ride will be on the 24th February 2013 and will leave from the Millenium Hall, Birkhill. Three rides are offered, 36, 54 and 70 miles.
There are definately a few COG lads going.
Whilst the driving theory test has some optional cycling awareness questions, not everyone is tested with these and the practical driving test does not have any particular focus on cyclists. If drivers are not trained to be aware of cyclists and how to drive around them they will retain the lack of awareness after they pass their test. British Cycling supports the motoring organisations which are calling for harder tests and the inclusion of cycle awareness in the test.
Have you started planning your 2013 season? The King of the Mountains Sportive from Alford is in its third year and will take you over some of Scotland’s highest passes with spectacular views. The 100km and 100 miles are not for the faint hearted but the routes will be well signed with food stops along the way.
You are being contacted in the hope that you will distribute the information to other club members, friends and colleagues. Numbers are limited so the sooner entries come in the better. Places can be secured by going here
The event is run in conjunction with Grampian Transport Museum, Alford, offering three distances, 25 miles, 100kms and 100 miles. With beautiful scenery and challenging routes what better way to spend your Saturday?
100 miles
Starting and finishing in Alford, in the foothills of the Cairngorms, the 100 mile route will take riders over the Suie, Cabrach, Lecht and Gairnsheil before returning via Queen’s View and Cushnie
100 kms
The 100 km route also starts and finishes in Alford with riders experiencing the second half of the 100 mile route
25 miles
The 25 mile event misses out the highest roads but is equally scenic and also starts and finishes in Alford.
Billed as one of the toughest sportives (100 mile distance) in the country it is worth doing if only for the breath-taking views
Carse of Gowrie Velo is now a British Cycling federation affiliated club. For more info & to join click link below.
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/club/subscriptions?&club_id=6413
We are hoping most people will sign up in the next week or 2 to allow us to order the nice new kit from Endura.
If you have any trouble please let us know. Contact COG
Many thanks
COG Velo
The Dundee Thistle reliability ride will be on the 24th February 2013 and will leave from the Millenium Hall, Birkhill. Three rides are offered, 36, 54 and 70 miles.
Meet at 9 am. For more information.
Club runs, Sportives and some Races have been added to the events calendar.
Please let me know if you want others added.
Chris
Communication Officer
Anyone interested in taking part in the Dundee Thistle 10 mile TT?
For more information: https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/84640/Dundee-Thistle-10-mile-TT
We are now affiliated with British Cycling!
You can find us on British cycling website: http://www.britishcycling.org.uk/club/profile?club_id=6413
We are looking to introduce a membership annual fee of £20. This will give you membership to COG Velo and in turn all benefits for British cycling memebrs. More information will be posted shortly.
We look forward to your support.
COG Velo
Great turn out yesterday I think the total was 11 – impressive. We all enjoyed a good ride and muddy splattering.
Can’t forget our special rider of the day – SANTA (aka Ben) with his pimped out rider with chirstmas lights and music, brilliant!
Well done to All!
(Should have more photos soon)
