Knottingley Velo Newsletter

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KNOTTINGLEY VELO MEMBERS ONLY NEWSLETTER
Issue #7
KVelo
Newsletter
July 2015
Issue 7
#ORANGEARMY
IN THIS ISSUE
Knottingley Velo Newsletter
by Jo Jarvis
Summer looks to finally be here! There are
plenty of club rides to keep you going
throughout July…! And don’t forget to enter
this month’s Guess Who competition!
#orangearmy
Upcoming Rides
There are various upcoming rides throughout
July – check the Members Only Facebook
page for the latest update.
Saturday Club Rides:
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► Saturday 4 July – Route A; also My First
Holme Moss Ride (9am)
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► Saturday 11 July – Route B (Welcome
Ride)
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► Saturday 18 July – Route C
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► Saturday 25 July – Route A
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► Saturday 1 August – Route B
KVelo support Dave’s Charity Ride
KVelo members supported Dave Newton’s epic
FireFighter’s Charity Ride
On our club rides, no one gets dropped, but
before turning up to an event, please make
sure that you are able to cycle the stated
distance. Planned café stops will also be
included.
All routes are detailed on the Knottingley
Velo routes page – where possible, please
upload these to your Garmin computers / any
other device.
MTB Events
MTB events vary in terrain and technical
ability to cater for all rider levels. Check
details on the Facebook event page for such
details and upcoming events. For more
information, contact Lee Glover.
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Pontefract Road Race
We saw some orange KV jerseys flying around
Pontefract’s closed road race circuit
Note: All Saturday club rides meet at 9.15am
at J’s Cycle Shack
Sunday Club Rides:
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► Sunday 12 July – Naburn Marina Ride
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► Sunday 19 July – My First 100 Miles
Average speeds, distances and meeting
places are all posted on the KVelo
Members Only Facebook page. Please
double-check details before each event
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Dave’s Firefighter’s Charity Ride
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Sunday 14 June saw a handful of KVelo
members take a tour of the Fire Stations
in South Yorkshire in the pouring rain to
support Dave Newton on his charity ride.
Dave, along with a handful of his
colleagues + KV riders set off at 7am
from Edlington Fire Station, visiting
every fire station in South Yorkshire,
covering a total of 160 miles.
The purpose of the ride was to raise
money for two charities - The Fire
Fighters charity who support injured fire
fighters and their families; and Men Utd,
a prostate cancer charity in memory of
Dave’s colleague who passed away last
year after suffering from prostate
cancer. The funds raised will be evenly
split between the two charities.
#orangearmy
You can still sponsor Dave by visiting his Just
Giving page at:
www.JustGiving.com/David-Newton1736
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Terry’s Sunday Mystery Tour Ride
#OrangeArmy on tour
As the name suggests it’s a mystery ride, and
to be fair until I roll up at the shop most times
I don’t have a clue where I am going to take
the group - it really depends who turns up
and what the weather is like.
I was torn between doing a ride over to the
West but didn’t fancy the headwind, so went
for North with a bit of East thrown in for
good measure - it’s also easier to control a
group of mixed abilities when it’s a flatter
ride (and there are no Pea Royd Lane hills to
tackle going West!)
It was a fairly decent turn out for the ride
with a group of 12. The pace was managed
well to suit the group, finishing with an
overall average of 17mph. There was a
mixture of A roads and B roads and a jaunt
on the cycle path, not to mention a closed
road - every cyclists dream! The route
worked pretty well, besides the unexpected
dash to the café being undertaken by some
of the sheltered riders, some would also say
shadier riders! 
The Route went through Fairburn, over
towards Taddy, then towards Cawood,
drawing people to assume I was going to
head to either York or Naburn; that’s when I
decided to turn do the cycle path to totally
throw them all off the scent (a little off road
work to get to the cycle path). We then
dropped into Selby through Riccal, headed to
Carlton, following the old familiar road all the
way back into the head wind to Birkin (which
you can’t go wrong with), stopping at Birkin
for a well-deserved bite to eat and a brew!
The Mystery routes are open to all club
members and the pace and route is
determined by who turns up and there is
always a café stop so why not come along to
the next one, see if we can find some decent
new roads (other words just try to get lost)
and have a good laugh.
Words by Terry Harrison
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Wednesday Night Club Rides
#EveningClubRides
The steady midweek club ride over the last
few weeks has become very popular with
many members of varying abilities getting
out. The most impressive of these had to be
split into two groups as over 25 turned up.
The ride in general is going very well lasting
around 2 hours with different people offering
routes that cater for the group depending on
who turns up. The average speeds are also
dependent on who comes along with a ‘don’t
drop anyone policy’ usually between 15mph
and 17mph. This year we have been rotating
round now that members have a better idea
of speed control so it has become a ‘chatty’
ride with a new rider beside you every few
minutes.
Now the weather has finally got here I hope
to see this ride continue and be well
attended, we could even put in a quick pub
stop if anyone fancies it while we have the
good conditions in the evenings, so not to
put a damper on things get yourselves out
over the next few weeks as we will be
wrapped up and fitting the lights back on our
bikes before you know it 
Words by Doug Akeroyd
If you want to put forward a particular route
for Wednesdays then shout up, post in the
Facebook group or mention to one of the
regular riders, bearing in mind to avoid main
roads as much as possible, big hills, and that
riders want to be home not too late for tea.
Chain Gang for All
The ‘Chain Gang 4 All’ seemed a success with
well over 30 members turning out to a fine
summer evening. Everyone was split into 3
groups all working at about the same pace to
give everyone the chance to experience a
chain gang. I think and hope that most got
something out of it. I think everyone averaged
20+ mph. This is the sort of back-marker pace
on our gang so nobody has any excuse on
pace.
I’m not sure what puts people off doing the
regular chain because everyone that was out is
good enough. Must admit the weather was
good to us. We are now past the middle of
summer so let’s make most of what’s left 
Words by Wayne Lancaster
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Knottingley Velo Road Race
We have the upcoming Knottingley Velo Road Race on
13th September at Pollington – why not come and show
your support to the racers and cheer on the Orange
Army?
For anyone who is able to help out on the morning of
the race, it would be greatly appreciated. Wayne has a
list of duties that need filling on the day and will provide
more details shortly.
If you are able to help our, or would like more
information, please contact Wayne Lancaster
Tour De France BBQ
Don’t forget the last day of the Tour can be
watched with fellow club members with a
few drinks and a BBQ.
The event will take place at Knottingley
Rugby Club £5 adults and £3 kids. Please
contact Wayne Lancaster for more
information.
Pontefract Road Race
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Sunday 7 June saw the Pontefract
Grand Prix cycling event, racing through
Pontefract town centre on a closed road
circuit.
The event saw various caterogies race
throughout the day including:
 Under 12s
 Under 14s
 Under 16s
 Mens 234
 Mens Elite
Peter Williams of One Pro Cycling won
the Mens Elite race whilst Tom Piddock
of Polypipe Cycling Team won both the
U16s and 234 category events.
There were plenty of spectators from
the club to support our boys in orange
on the racing circuit, and certainly great
weather for it!
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London to Amsterdam Challenge
Knottingley Velo member Andy Mason cycled from
London to Amsterdam to raise money for Prostate Cancer,
clocking up 142.7miles and 3,500ft of climbing over 2 days.
Well done, Andy!
If you would like to sponsor Andy for his epic ride, then
please use the below link to his Just Giving page:
https://www.justgiving.com/andrew-mason8
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Members’ Corner
Out on the Bike with….
Darren Wan
Occupation: Programmer
Currently riding? Planet X Pro Carbon
If you could have any bike what would it be?
It may be modest to some, but I like the Canyon Aeroad, I've yet to read a bad review and
unlike some bikes, it might be within my reach without my partner leaving me.
Toughest Cycle:
I did a 200km Audax from Tamworth to Grantham in torrential rain and 40mph driving
wind a few months ago. The first half was great with a strong tailwind, but the return leg
was like cycling 60miles in a wind tunnel.
Longest Ride:
I've done a few 200km rides now and I think the longest was from the Eureka Cafe over
near Chester. I think in all I managed 130miles that day.
Favourite cycle ride?
My first Audax, the Red Rose ride. Starting at Halifax, over the Trough of Bowland to
Morcambe and back. Tough and hilly, but great sense of achievement! You're welcome to
join me next year when I hope to do it again.
How many years cycling?
I've always cycled but like many just pootling about. I used to occasionally cycle to Leeds,
but that was all, it's only in the last year that I've got a road bike and started putting in the
miles.
Favourite pro rider?
Peter Sagan, I think he's got so much potential, maybe one day he'll get the grand tour
win he deserves.
Best achievement on the bike to date?
Being first riders back on the Lincolnshire Cross Audax.
Best achievement off the bike to date?
My other love is climbing and topping out on my first E1 (Padder at Eastby) was great.
Maybe one day I'll be brave enough to lead it.
Any cycling goals?
Right now, just get lighter and quicker. Hopefully one day enter a Time Trial if I'm quick
enough.
What made you join KVelo?
I was tired of long rides on my own and a few people on long rides had recommended I
join a club as I could learn a lot from riding with a club.
Anita Marner
Occupation: School Business Administrator
Currently riding? Planet X Nanolight
If you could have any bike what would it be?
Top of the range Specialized S-Works whichever that one is!
Toughest Cycle:
Honister Pass-Lake District
Longest Ride:
105 miles - Humber Bridge with a few detours
Favourite cycle ride?
Anywhere in the North Lakes! Though I really do enjoy the Humber Bridge route
How many years cycling?
About 20 years! Started Mountain biking about 20 years ago and then got a road bike
about 8 years ago.
Favourite pro rider?
Mark Cavendish
Best achievement on the bike to date?
Getting over Honister Pass without a stop or gaining 1st place (Novice) in Hatfield
Triathlon 10 years ago!
Best achievement off the bike to date?
Gaining diploma in Piano or climbing Scafel Pike!
Any cycling goals?
To just carry on enjoying the bike and maybe pluck up courage to do the chain gang
again, or maybe enter another duathlon.
What made you join KVelo?
Have the opportunity the ride with a group sometimes and meet nice people with the
same interest!
We may randomly select you to take part in our ‘Out on the Bike with….’ Member’s corner to help you get to know our members better!
Thanks to Darren & Anita for taking part this month!
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Upcoming KVelo Adventures
Mountain Biking in Wales:
18th, 19th + 20th September
Mountain Biking Weekend in Wales
18th, 19th & 20th September 2015
KVelo are going Mountain Biking to Snowdonia, Wales in September. Here is
your chance to sign-up for a great weekend with the club.
Details of the trip are still being finalised, but for more information contact
Wayne Lancaster
4 Countries in 4 Days: 1st – 4th October
4 Countries in 4 Days
1st – 4th October 2015
KVelo are riding 4 counties in 4 days – England, Belgium,
France and Holland – and you can ride with us! Key dates
and information are outlined below. For more information
and the opportunity to book, please contact Chris Strutt.
Day 1:
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Day 2:
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Day 3:
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Day 4:
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60 Miles
Depart J’s Cycle Shack and head for Hull via the
Humber Bridge
Overnight ferry crossing from Hull at 6.30pm,
arriving in Zeebrugge at 08.45am
100 Miles
Zeebrugge – Dunkirk – Bruges
Overnight B+B stay in Bruges
85 Miles
Bruges – Rotterdam
Depart Rotterdam at 8.30pm – arrive in Hull at
8.00am
60 Miles
Hull – Home
For more information, contact Chris Strutt
KVelo Ladies Cycling Mini Break: 26th September 2015
26th September 2015
The KVelo ladies are planning a mini break to Castley Camp near Otley & Harrogate.
The plan is to cycle the 30 miles to the camp and stay for one night in the main
house, at approximately a cost of £30pp per night.
There is a gym, sauna, beautician and personal trainer on site and secure bike
storage is available.
For more information, contact Michala Heald.
www.castleycamp.co.uk
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Knottingley Velo Statistics: June 2015
Top of the KVelo Charts
Most Miles
Hill Monsters
1.
1.
Steve Cunliffe
KV Leaderboard: 2015
January
Vince Turner
Back at the top with an
amazing 1,383 miles is
Steve Cunliffe
Back at the top of the
charts is the one and
only Vince Turner,
climbing 54,931ft
throughout June
Miles: Steve Cunliffe
Elevation: Vince Turner
February
Miles: Mark Vause
2.
2.
Mark Vause
Steve Cunliffe
Demoted to second
place this month is
Vausey with an
impressive 1,179.6
miles
From third to second
place this month is
Steve Cunliffe with
50,053ft of climbing
March
Miles: Mark Vause
April
3.
3.
Jonathan Hindle
Back in the top three
this month is Jonathan
Hindle, totalling
1,056.5 miles in June
3. Jonathan Hindle
Demoted from first
position this month is
Jonathan Hindle, with a
still impressive 50,009ft
of climbing for June
May
Miles: Mark Vause
Elevation: Jonathan Hindle
June
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KV 100 Mile Club
Many of the club members have done a ton+
during June, with Vince Turner doing the
longest ride at 201.4 miles!
Kev
Marner
Jake Snell
David
Wass
121.8 miles
106.6 miles
121.1 miles
Rich Carter
Steve
Wood
127.1miles
100.8 miles
Steve
Cunliffe
Wayne
Lancaster
127.8 miles
122.9miles
Dave Glew
Dave
Straw
160.9 miles
112.8miles
Sam
Dockray
Tosh
Woodhouse
110.1 miles
111.2 miles
Neil Willis
Lee Glover
Nick
Howdle
102 miles
101.7 miles
128.8 miles
Sam
Bagley
103.9 miles
Jonathan
Hindle
Dave
Newton
146.6 miles
150.6 miles
Pete
Clements
130.9miles
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#STAT ATTACK
#STAT ATTACK
June Stats
So who’s been putting those miles in
throughout June? Let’s see…
34,176
The amount of miles the orange army clocked up in June
2015
1,096,610 ft
The amount of climbing clocked up in June!
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The number of members contributing to these figures
Source : Strava, 1st June – 5th July 2015
2015 Stats
140,707
The amount of miles the orange army have clocked up so
far in 2015
4,804,981 ft
The amount of climbing clocked up to date in 2015
Source : Strava, 2015
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June Guess Who Competition…
and the winner is…
Well done, Ella!
KVelo Rider 1
Jo Jarvis
KVelo Rider 2
Daniel Williams
Well done to everyone who entered this month. Thank you to Claire Williams for sending in the pic
of Dan, unbeknown to him…. hope you spotted yourself Dan! 
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Competition Time
#Guess Who
KVelo competition
Here’s another chance for you to win a KV water bottle and for a bit of fun, guess who the featured KVelo riders are.
The winner will correctly name both KV riders. All correct entries will be drawn at random.
Entries must be sent to: [email protected] with the header: ‘July KV Competition’
KVelo Rider 1
Who am I?
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I am male
Here, I am 16 years old
This was taken during GHS national 10 in 1988
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I was the 5 fastest
I am part of the Ackworth branch
KVelo Rider 2
Who am I?
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I am male
You can see my artwork on Holme
Moss, written twice
I own a cape
E-mail your entries to [email protected]
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Closing date: Friday 31 July
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Upcoming Events
Get Involved
July
My First Holme Moss Ride
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4 July, 9am at J’s Cycle Shack
If you have always wanted to challenge
yourself of riding up the Moss but never
gotten round to it – this is your chance!
KVelo Open Meeting
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Club open meeting to discuss all club related
matters
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Friday 17 July at 7.30pm – Pontefract Squash
& Leisure Club
September
Selby Three Swans
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KVelo Road Race
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19 July, 8.30am from J’s Cycle Shack
Opportunity for you to cycle your first 100
miles (also for those who already have!)
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21 July, 6pm from J’s Cycle Shack
Event to go through group riding skills – open
to new and existing members alike
MTB Welcome Ride
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26 September
30 mile bike ride & overnight stay at Castley
Camp
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27 September
October
Spadger’s Ride
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25 July, 9.10am from J’s Cycle Shack
Taking in the local off road trails
Tour De France BBQ +
Finale
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Upton CC/KVelo Hill Climb
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Group Riding Hints & Tips
Session
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18 , 19 & 20 September
MTB weekend in Snowdonia
Ladies Mini Break
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11 July, 9.15am
My First 100 Miles – Part 2
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13 September, 10am - Pollington
Entries are now open to enter our own and
first road race
MTB Weekend in Wales
Welcome Ride
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Local sportive
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6 September
Local sportive
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11 October
4 Countries in 4 Days
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26 July, 3pm at Knottingley Rugby Club
Why not join us to celebrate the Tour De
France finale with a pint and a BBQ
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26 July, 3pm at Knottingley Rugby Club
Why not join us to celebrate the Tour De
France finale with a pint and a BBQ
November
Presentation Evening
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21 November, Pontefract Squash Leisure
Club
Our second annual presentation evening
Club Kit
The summer kit order has now been placed
and is now expected in August due to a surge
in demand at Pro Vision.
For information regarding the club kit, please
contact Jake Snell.
Welcome to our newest members :
We look forward to seeing you on our rides
soon !
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Knottingley Velo Committee
#OrangeArmy
For the benefit of the new members in
the club, here is your 2015 club
committee. So if you have any queries,
you know who to contact
Wayne Lancaster
Club Captain
Jo Jarvis
Communication Rep
Doug Akeroyd
Chairman
Adrian Allison
Road Race Rep
Lee Glover
MTB Rep
Michaela Heald
Secretary
Terry Harrison
Ride Rep
Sarah Snell
Membership Secretary
Jake Snell
Kit Manager
Phil Afford
Welfare Officer
Martin Wright
Treasurer
KVelo
Committee
2015
KVelo in Pictures June 2015
www.kvelo.co.uk
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