Author: Anthony Rogers

PPYCC AGM Chair Kim’s report [notes for those that missed the meeting]

AGM/Chair’s report 14.11.2015 Welcome, thank you all for coming and an especial thanks to our members who are here. Thank you to volunteers and coaches and also notably to Graeme Wicks who is leaving Inner Ring sign on as Matilda moves up to the Outer Ring. Welcome to Stephen Golliker and Kristin Magnusson who have…
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Don’t forget the jumble and second hand sale at the AGM

There is an informal sale of bike kit during the AGM, if you have something you wish to sell why not bring it and a sign with how much you want. If you want any of the club jumble then we just ask for a donation of what you think is suitable. If you think…
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PPYCC receive a much appreciated letter from member Josh Fanner

At the end of September I moved to the University of Essex, in Colchester, and I just wanted to write to you all to thank you for all the support I have received from every member of the committee and the coaching team at PPYCC. I have always been amazed at the sheer dedication that…
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Winter road cycling shoes for sale to club members and family

We have some children’s or women’s waterproof, winter cycling shoes for sale to club members and their families. The Diadora Chilli Zero Winter shoes are retailed at £79.99 but we have a few pairs in limited sizes for £30. If interested please read the detail below and contact Anthony at info@truewheels.co.uk for further information. I…
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There are still places for Calshot velodrome this and future weekends

There are still places for Calshot velodrome sessions this and future weekends. Please book via our website, if you experience any difficulties in booking then please contact Anthony Rogers by email on anthony@ppycc.org.uk      

Photos from the Ditchling Beacon hill climb championships from Sussex Nomads

The message below was forwarded by club members Georgina Burnett’s father, Richard.   Hi All During the Hill Climb last Sunday two of our Nomad members Steve Noake and James Healy were on the hill to photograph the event, please find the links below to view, I am sure you will all join me in…
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Chapeau to our hill climbers

Hats off [chapeau] to Preston Park YCC’s hill climbers who took on the Sussex Nomad’s Hill Climb open time trial event. There were some great times from our member’s, for whom Ditchling Beacon is effectively our home climb. A special chapeau to Etienne Vesey Holt [13 years old] who after completing the hill climb rode…
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Sunday road rides continue this Sunday for riders 12 and older (with parental permission) . Parents are encouraged to come along. Meet at the track ready to leave at 10.00am for a two hour ride though note that we commonly return by 12.30. There will be no charge  but the nature of these rides is that a higher level of self-sufficiency…
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Coaching opportunities for supporters of PPYCC

Preston Park YCC is keen to expand its coaching staff and to offer support to those who wish to qualify as a coach. This applies to both parents and to members who are 16 years or older. If as a parent you are keen to take a closer role in your child’s cycling activity then…
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Some Calshot velodrome winter sessions nearly sold out

The novice and intermediate sessions we have booked at Calshot this winter are selling well with just two places left for our November session. To book visit our Calshot page.