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Triathlon Results

The results of the All Ely Clubs Random Triathlon on Sunday 31 August 2008 can be downloaded here.

added:02/09/08

Open 10 Results

The results of the club's Open 10 mile time trial, held on Saturday 23 August 2008 are available here. The event was won by time trialling legend Ian Cammish, with club member Jason Nixon posting a very creditable fourth place.

added:01/09/08

All Ely Clubs Random Triathlon event information

The All Ely Clubs Random Triathlon takes place this Sunday 31 August 2008 from 10am to 1pm, starting at the King's School, Ely. This is a fun event where members of the Ely swimming, running and cycling clubs share each leg of a triathlon race. Please arrive at the Kings School in Barton Road by no later than 9.45. Please also note the slight change of format and course from last year. Cycle route: The start will be on Barton road, turn left onto Cambridge Road to the A10/A142 roundabout, take the 3rd exit and follow the A10 to the West Fen Road crossroads and turn left to Coveney. When in Coveney turn left at the top of the hill & continue to the A142 at Wentworth Toll, turn left & follow the A142 to the A10 roundabout. Take the 3rd exit to the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit and follow the A142 down Angel Drove. Turn into the Kings School Field (opposite Business Park entrance) this is your finish and the transition area to the runners. There will be a free bottle of water for you when you finish – thank you Tesco! For a Word version of the event information to print out, click here.

added:29/08/08

Cox Cup results and Open 10 start sheet

Dan Staite, Jason Nixon, Alan Newark and Tom Sykes all fought it out for the prestigious 10 mile Cox Cup race on 12 August. Staite powered to the win with a blistering 21.54, whilst a strong turn out of over 20 racers fought the strong winds on the Sutton leg. Thanks as ever go to Club Chairman Martin Holland for putting out the road signs and taking them in again every week! The start sheet for the Club's Open 10 mile time trial at Mepal on 23 August is now available here. 45 riders have entered up for the Club's traditional Summer event, held on the Bank Holiday weekend. Come and support the Ely riders, it's free to watch!

added:15/08/08

Ely CC Open 10 mile TT, Ely Triathlon and Peterborough Sportive

Don't forget that it's the Ely & District CC Open 10 mile time trial on Saturday 23 August. Entry is £8 on a CTT form (no entries on the line).  Entries to Martin Holland before 12 August.  Race HQ is the Mepal Sports Pavillion and the course number is B10/1r. The Ely Triathlon takes place on Sunday 31 August, a few places are still left and more helpers are also needed. The Ride for Ryder sportive starts at Peterborough on Sunday 14 September. Find out more here. The event is organised by Peterborogh CC and distances vary from 83 to 15 miles, catering for riders of all abilities.

added:04/08/08

Latest results posted

Results of the Tuesday 29 July time trial are HERE, together with an update on the 25 mile handicap results.

added:04/08/08

Kempton Cup duel

Fastmen Dan Staite and Alan Newark duelled for the honours in this year's 10 mile Kempton Cup on 22 July, with Staite just pipping Newark by two seconds. Regular front runners Tom Sykes and Jason Nixon finished just over a minute behind. Ely CC committee members Steve Presland, Roy Benstead and chairman Martin Holland and all made welcome returns to racing. All the results are HERE.

Latest results posted

Results of the 25 mile Handicap Cup on 15th July are HERE. A reminder that the 10 Mile Kempton Cup takes place on 22nd July at Mepal.

added:18/07/08

Latest results posted

Results of the two-lap circuit race at Sutton are now up on the results page HERE. Jason Nixon topped the leaderboard again, pipping rivals Tom Sykes and Philip Peacock to the win. The next race is on July 22nd for the 10 Mile Kempton Cup. Start time is 19:00 at Mepal (just off the A142). This is a chance to pick up some silverware, so see you there!

added:15/07/08

Green light! Traffic lights added another chance factor to the normal challenges facing a time triallist during Ely & District Cycling clubs latest event. Tuesday 24th June's race meeting went ahead with riders under threat of disqualification if road work lights in Haddenham were red. Marshalled by an ever vigilant Martin Holland, all riders respected the highway code and did their best to make up lost time when allowed through with a hill start to add to the pain! Results of this week's 25 and 10 mile races are now up on the results page HERE. The next event for the club will be July 8th for two laps of the Mepal-Witcham circuit. Meet at least 15 minutes before the start time of 7:30p.m. at the Elean Industrial Estate, Sutton. This event is designed specifically for those wanting to try out time trialling as one lap is just four miles in length. Riders of all abilities are very welcome to come along and enjoy the evening, just bring a bike and some determination.

added:01/07/08

Latest results posted

Latest results are now up on the results page HERE, including the 10 Mile Handicap Cup on 17th June. Congratulations to Steve Lightfoot! Ely CC's next Time Trial Event will be the 25 mile 'Vets on Standard' event on the Witchford-Chatteris-Witchford course. Riders should meet 15 minutes before the 19:30 start time at Witchford Pavillion, Bedwell Hey Lane just off Main Street. As always, there's a 10 mile option.

added:26/06/08

The sun was out and so were the Time Trialists

The Glorious evening sun turned out yet another good field this week with 26 riders. For Full Results click HERE. Ely CC's next Time Trial Event will be the 25 Mile 72" Gear Witchford-Chatteris-Witchford on April 29th at 6:45pm. Riders should meet 15 mins before the start time at Witchford Pavillion, Bedwell Hey Lane just off Main Street

added:23/04/08

Ever Popular Tuesday Evening TT's

What a great turn out this week with 27 riders. The cold evening with the return leg from Mepal proving the most challenging, did not deter Alan Newark from pipping Tom Sykes to the post by 6 seconds with a fantastic time of 23:21. (Anybody notice the slight ammendment there) For Full Results click HERE. Ely CC's next Time Trial Event will be the 13 Mile 2-Up Ely-Little Downham-Coveney Circuit on April 15th at 6:45pm. Riders should meet at least 15 mins before the start time at the Ely Rugby Club Car Park.

added:09/04/08

Tuesday Evening Time Trials

April 1st it may have been, but there were no fools racing in the first Tuesday Evening Time Trial event of 2008. A turnout of 19 enthusiastic riders made good time over a 2 lap circuit course through the picturesque villages of Witcham & Mepal with Alan Newark (Planet X) recording the fastest time of 19:14. For Full Results click HERE. The next TT will be the 10m Mepal - Witchford course on April 8th at 6:45pm. Riders should meet at least 15 mins before the start time at Sutton Rd just off A142 in Mepal.

added:03/04/08

Cambridge Duathlon

The 2008 Cambridge Duathlon takes place at Bottisham Village College on Sunday 20th April. The race comprises of a 7km run, 35km bike and then a final 7km run. The event is organised by Cambridge Triathlon Club and attracts both experienced multisport athletes and complete novices. We seek to welcome all abilities. If any Ely & District Cycling Club members are interested in racing then further details can be found at the following address www.howesplace.com

added:03/03/08

Triathlon Training

The Paradise Pool is trying to set up some swimming training for triathletes. It will be on a Tuesday evening 9-10pm. Anyone interested should call Chris or Michelle at the pool on 01353 665481.

added:16/02/08

Hardriders Results

In what everyone was calling perfect conditions, surprise winner Lee Bark (Stowmarket & District) stole the show from under race favorite and course record holder Sam Barker (Planet X) by a scant 4 seconds. Best Ely member was Steve Presland with 1:06:00 over the tricky and demanding 25 mile circuit of hell. Results for the Hardriders are now posted up HERE. If you click HERE you'll see a few photos of the Hardriders 2008 event.

2008 Winner Bark

added:13/02/08

Hardriders Sunday 10th Feb- entries due in NOW!

The 20th edition of the much coveted 25 mile Hardriders event is due to take place on Sunday 10th February with a 10am start in Little Downham. With the record for the gruelling course now set at 56:35 by Sam Barker last year who beat National Champion Michael Hutchinson's 57:02 , riders will need every ounce of early season determination to make their mark. The event is open to any member of a CTT affiliated cycling club so if you fancy a go contact Roy Benstead through the website for membership details. Alternatively if you are thinking of taking up the bike in 2008, or are just curious about the racing scene, Ely club members will be on hand at Little Downham Village Hall on the 10th to give advice. Spectators are always welcome !.

2007 Winner & Course Record holder, Sam Barker

added:28/01/08

2007 Trophy Awards

A wonderful night was had by the 21 members of Ely CC who joined Newmarket C&TC at the Rosery Hotel in Exning for the annual dinner, dance & prize giving. The evening provided the perfect opportunity to dress in something other than lycra and applaud the efforts of Club members for their exploits throughout 2007. A full compliment of club trophies were awarded, most poignant of which was the Junior 10 mile winner Ben Stephen who celebrated alongside his father, Andy who won the very same trophy 30 years ago! Ben made quite an impression with the club during last season and will almost certainly be breaking his own personal bests throughout 2008 as he emulates his father's road career. Click HERE to see the full list of trophy winners.

Father & Son dynamic duo, Andy & Ben Stephen

Speedstars Geoff Brewster and Steve Presland swept the board with their friendly rivalry producing 11 trophies between them and showing no sign of slowing they will be the main markers for everybody when the club's Tuesday evening races resume in April.

Steve P & Carbon Geoff argue who one the most trophies !!!

added:26/01/08

This website is the digital home of Ely & District Cycling Club. The club organises a calender of time trialling throughout the season which includes two open events and regular Tuesday evening racing. The club also promotes cycling as a sport in the Ely area and is open to anyone who wishes to take up cycling either as a leisure rider or more serious athlete.