by Dave George | Jan 1, 2020 | Fun Adventures, Special Reports
Last August, Slipstreamers descended, with their families in tow, upon the town of Cognac in South West France. This was to take part in the 81st edition of the Semaine Federale organised by the French Cycling Federation. The Semaine Federale is an annual event that...
by Web Admin | May 29, 2018 | Fun Adventures, Special Reports, Volunteer Features, Slipstreamers in Action, Chatter Box Corner, Fun Corner, Volunteering, General Cycling Fun
For many of us, when we enter our 70th year on earth, we are well into our retirement and looking to enjoy a bit of undoubtedly much needed r&r after a busy life or work, raising families, travel etc. However, for Volunteer Coach extraordinaire,...
by Web Admin | Dec 5, 2015 | Fun Adventures, Young Volunteering, Special Reports, Chatter Box Corner, Volunteering
Not only did Brian Wright leave a lasting legacy in the cycling world with his commitment to bringing the pure joy and passion of cycling to the local communities in which he volunteered; he also touched and inspired the lives of many Slipstreamers who knew him from...
by Web Admin | Oct 27, 2015 | Fun Adventures, Rider Reports, Event Features, Special Reports, Volunteer Features, Slipstreamers in Action, MTB Cross-Country, Fun Corner, Club Social Rides
“What if we facilitated an off-site WEEKEND away?” the MTB Coaches mused. “The Roadies do this every year when they travel to Assen – why not the Mudslingers?” exclaimed the children! “What if we explore the opportunity for our...
by Web Admin | Jul 7, 2015 | Fun Adventures, Rider Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Saturday Sessions, Chatter Box Corner, General Cycling Fun
Every now and then we get visitors to the Club during a session – we’ve had our local MP visit, the Police have stopped by, and even famous cyclists including Jenny Copnall and Bradley Wiggins have popped in to say hello. But then we get guests that...
by Web Admin | Jun 5, 2015 | Fun Adventures, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Circuit/ Road
On paper it looked so simple: a bike race, starts at 14:30, different start points for different age groups, all finishing in the famous Roubaix Velodrome. What could possibly go wrong? Well, first the weather, it was awful, I mean proper awful. It was raining, windy...
by Web Admin | Feb 27, 2015 | Fun Adventures, Rider Reports, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, MTB Cross-Country, Club Social Rides
A bright Sunday morning, the normally 3rd Sunday of the month social ride took place on the 22nd February 2015 (the next one is on the 15th March so do save the date!). As usual, the group consisted of an enthusiastic bunch of “Lookout” regulars plus a few...
by Web Admin | Sep 19, 2014 | Fun Adventures, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Saturday Sessions, MTB Cross-Country
A record number of enthusiastic mountain bikers arrived for sign-on at the Dews Farm Quarry last Saturday, 13th September, ready to get down and dirty, and have some fun. A few spills and bruises notwithstanding, the session turned out to be one of the best yet, with...
by Web Admin | Sep 18, 2014 | Fun Adventures, Event Features, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Circuit/ Road
A Few Words from Coaches Steve Cochrane & Ralph Passey: What a fantastic turnout on such a beautiful day. Some of us arrived early on the 14th September and had a chance to soak up all the atmosphere. Everyone was keen and there was a great buzz of parents and...
by Web Admin | Aug 15, 2014 | Fun Adventures, Event Features, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Circuit/ Road
Rays of Orange & Yellow Shine at Assen – Special Feature Assen 2014 has come and gone, and what an incredible set of results and photos to celebrate the achievements of our wonderful Slipstreamers. Assen In a Few Snaps… As ever, we like to ensure...
by Web Admin | Jun 30, 2014 | Fun Adventures, Special Reports, Slipstreamers in Action, Track
Olympic Velodrome Visit – Report & Photos The long awaited Slipstreamer visit to the velodrome on Sunday was a truly thrilling experience for all involved. For those of us that were non-riding participants we can only begin to imagine what it must have felt...
