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There are still 34 places available from the top limit of 75 for this local race. Unfortunately, I won’t be able to make it (son’s stag weekend) but I really think we should be seeing more FWCC representation to help keep local races viable. The standard isn’t going to be scarily high – elite riders will be doing the Sam Robinson race the same day. It’s an APR – a bit like the Monday night runs where the faster groups set off and chase the slower groups and each group works together to hold off the chasers, so if you’re comfortable in that environment, you’ll be fine here. It’s a 6 x 9 mile lap so if it all gets too much, you’re never too far from the finish. Younger riders especially should be thinking about this – David, Sean (yes, you just make it into the young category) but there is no reason why some of our newer members shouldn’t be doing this too. It’s not as full on as a road race and you’re not as isolated as in a TT, the standard is a bit like the road race at the Rothesay weekend but probably a bit slower and safer. If I wasn’t pre-booked, I’d be doing it.
I didn’t know much about the club pre pandemic, so I don’t know who the racers are but we seem to be fairly quiet on this front post pandemic. It’s time the competitive scene saw more FWCC colour so why not join Darren and Mikey and support a local club putting on a local event? If we don’t use them, we’ll lose them!
(if you have questions, need reassurance, aren’t sure – comment here. I’m sure the collective wisdom can provide the support you need)
