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Children’s bike clothing wanted

Colin Jaques, father of Samuel and Miles, has a request. Both Samuel and his younger brother Miles need winter cycling jackets (the windproof/splash proof ones) for the new season, and i would be grateful if any parents of children who have grown out of theirs could pass them on for a donation by the boys to the…
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Riding opportunities for older members [12 plus] this weekend

Two riding opportunities one on-road with PPYCC and one off-road with VCJ, both Sat 7th. PPYCC road ride From Preston Park at 10.00, usual arrangements, this is part of Anthony’s recovery from a knee operation so if you want a gentle ride stay near him. If you want more exercise then mention it on the…
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I can spy the new season

Andrew Ridgway-Brown is  taking Noah to the season’s first track events which reminds me that the new season cannot be that far away. Andrew has also made a great offer which you can see below. “Hi, Just to let you all know I’ve entered Noah for the ‘ Icebreaker’ track event in Wales on 28th…
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PPYCC and British Cycling membership renewal

If you intend to race next season now is the time to renew your British Cycling membership. Phone BC on 01612742010 and remember to say you are a member of PPYCC; the largest youth cycle club in the SE!

Watching the Olympic road race next July

Some of our members and their families have already booked their camping pitch for the Olympic road race next summer. We posted this item previously but if you think you will be disappointed by being left out then follow up the details below. Mention you are a member of PPYCC and they may then extend…
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A genuine ‘once in a life time opportunity’ at London 2012

We have an invite as a British Cycling Go Ride club to put forward a team to support the track events from track centre at the London Olympics. This opportunity involves taking part in 2 or three training days, including attendance at the February World Cup [which was fully sold out in less than 1…
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Dolan track bike for Sale

  Here is a great offer for a track bike from Lawrence Wintergold.   Terry Dolan 7003 HT track bike. Is also drilled for brakes (can be supplied) and has gear hanger so can be used for time trialling as geared or fixed Clincher wheels built by Baker St cycles 53cm top tube Seat tube 52cm…
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Calshot cancellation

Our Calshot session is cancelled for the10th December. Please pass this message on to anyone you feel it may affect.

Olympic road race camp site

Hello, Calling all cycling enthusiasts ! Come and take advantage of our unique position on the mens and women’s Olympic Road Race route. www.camping-olympics.com We are a small family run farm offering the opportunity to camp in our fields on the opening weekend of the 2012 London Olympics on the 27th – 28th July 2012.…
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Report dangerous places for cyclists with online mapping

You may be interested in reporting bad driving on the website below. Read further down for an explanation. The map is available here: http://www.confused.com/car-insurance/cycle-safety-map. Hey guys, As I’m sure you already know Road Safety Week is just over a week away, and we’re putting together a project we thought you and the Preston Park club…
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