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Big congratulations to Ollie Rastall from the FCCC Road Race team who finished in 9th place at the hard-fought Farnham Town Centre E12 criterium last Sunday, 8 July, scoring some valuable National B points in the process.

You can read Ollie’s report on his website, at http://ollierastall.com/cycling/town-centre-crit-racing-2/

 

Many thanks to those of our social riders out today who indicated they can help out with marshalling at this event.  Please email organiser Donald Ashton on timetrials@fccc.org.uk with your preferred time slot i.e. early/late morning or afternoon.

We are still desperate for more volunteers so if anyone else can help please email Donald as above.

Marshalling merely involves standing on a roundabout directing the riders so no specific skills are required.  More details can be found here:

RTTC National 12 Hr Championships

RTTC NATIONAL 12 HOUR CHAMPIONSHIPS 2018 – 17^TH JUNE

FCCC have been given the honour of promoting this year’s national 12-hour time trial championship on behalf of the London West District Council.  Riders will be travelling from all over the UK to compete in this prestigious event, many as part of their attempt in the 2018 Best British All Rounder (BBAR) competition.

The event will be held on the H12H/8 course (A31 between Farnham and Chawton) and controlled from event HQ at the Alton Assembly Rooms.  Donald Ashton, our time trialling secretary, is the Event Secretary.

With the event running from 07.00 hours to 20.30 hours this is a huge undertaking and will also require the help of volunteers from fellow clubs in our district as no club can be expected to have the resources to do it alone.

The biggest requirement is for course marshalling and number checking, ideally for time slots of 2 or 3 hours each during the day.   For our part it falls on the committee once again to appeal to our members and ask you whether you can spare a few hours to support the event.

Vernon Schutte, whom I’m sure has kept you entertained with his time trialling chronicles in the club newsletters including his maiden 12 hour in 2017 (report link here), will be flying the flag for FCCC in the race and would be hugely appreciative of any support and encouragement you can give during the day.

If you can help please let us know as soon as possible together with your preferred time slot by emailing Donald at timetrials@fccc.org.uk so he can start drawing up the roster.

Thank you in advance for your support.

FCCC Committee

Gene Alexander 1916-2018

It’s with great sadness that we have to report the passing of the club’s oldest member – Gene Alexander at the age of 102. Gene was originally a member of the Camberley Wheelers (having joined in 1935 at the age of 19) which merged with the Farnborough C.C. to become the Farnborough & Camberley C.C. and has been a member for over 60 years. In the 1950’s she was a prolific rider in short distance road and track events and in 1951 with J.Budd broke the womens’ tandem 30 mile record in a time of 1.11.36, in 1955 as Gene Tiley she broke the womens 25 mile record in a time of 1.04.01. She was also a good track rider and at Reading track set a new hour record of over 22 miles, -considering that was done on a cinder track I don’t think there are many lady riders who could cover the same distance to-day in the same conditions.

Gene was always a staunch supporter of the club and would usually be present at Bentley issuing out the numbers at the club Open events until ill health prevented her getting out. Her birthday was in February close to the club’s AGM and I shall always remember the day the dates actually co-incided and she still turned up!

A lovely lady who will be greatly missed by all those that knew her.

Dick Poole – President

 

The photo is of Gene and husband Vince at the FCCC Open TT in March 2016

Gene’s funeral was held on Thursday 17 May 2018 at Easthampstead Crematorium.

It was a lovely service and very well attended, including several club legends from the past (see the upcoming June newsletter for more details) paying their respects to a fellow legend, Gene.

Donations, if desired, to Stroke Association, c/o Cooperative Funeral Directors, 68 Victoria Drive, Farnborough GU14 7PH

 

We have hired All Saints Hall, our usual club night venue, for a one-off  Thursday “Introduction to Time Trialling” presentation to see whether this proves a more popular evening for club nights than Friday.

The presentation is particularly aimed at anyone who’s new to time trialling and interested in giving it a try – getting started is easier than you might think.

Members of the club’s TT team will be on hand with their bikes and TT-specific kit for advice and questions after the presentation.

Venue: All Saints Church Hall, Chapel Lane, Farnborough GU14 9BW.

For those unable to attend our successful Club Dinner last night here is a full list of this year’s trophy winners.

Trophy Name	Winners 2017	Comment
Senior Road Race Bowl	O. Rastall	Awarded to the senior male member scoring the greatest number of British Cycling points in road and circuit races, all eligible events to count, between 1st December and 30th November. The points awarded will be in accordance with the current BC rules for that particular year. To be considered for the trophy, riders must produce evidence of their positions in events throughout the season to the Road Race Secretary not later than 1st December in each year. If no senior member scores any points, the trophy will be awarded to the senior who has finished the greatest number of races.
The League of Veterans Road Race Trophy	Warren Vye 27 pts	Awarded to the veteran male member scoring the greatest number of series points in road and circuit races, all eligible events to count between 1st December and 30th November. The points awarded will be in accordance with the current LVRC (South East) series rules for that particular year. To be considered for the trophy, riders must enter a minimum of five races, one of which must be a road race (non circuit) and produce evidence of their positions in events throughout the season to the Road Race Secretary not later than 1st December in each year. If no veteran member scores any points, the trophy will be awarded to the veteran who has finished the greatest number of races within the series.
The Surrey League Road Race Trophy	Tony Clack 28 pts	Awarded to the senior male member scoring the greatest number of Surrey League points in road and circuit races, all eligible events to count between 1st December and 30th November. The points awarded will be in accordance with the current Surrey League rules for that particular year. To be considered for the trophy, riders must produce evidence of their positions in events throughout the season to the Road Race Secretary not later than 1st December in each year. If no senior member scores any points, the trophy will be awarded to the senior who has finished the greatest number of races.
The Surrey League Veteran Men’s Trophy	Warren Vye 42 pts	Awarded to the veteran male member scoring the greatest number of series points at Dunsfold aerodrome, all eligible events to count between the 1st December and 30th November. Points awarded will be in accordance with the series rules for that particular year. To be considered for the trophy, riders must enter a minimum of four races and produce evidence of their positions in events throughout the season to the Road Race Secretary not later than 1st December in each year. If no veteran member scores any points, the trophy will be awarded to the veteran who has finished the greatest number of races within the series.
Sportive Trophy	Paul Tippins	Awarded to the member with the greatest total distance ridden in Sportives and Audaxes. The time period to be 10 months from 1st February to 30th November.
Senior 10 mile Championship	M. Charlton	Awarded to the senior member recording the fastest actual time in the event nominated by the committee for the purpose of the club’s 10-mile championship.
Veterans’ 10 Mile Championship	T. Duncan-Booth +3.08	Awarded to the veteran member recording the fastest on standard in the event nominated by the committee for the purpose of the club’s 10-mile championship.
25 Mile Championship	T. Duncan-Booth 56.49	Awarded to the member recording the fastest actual time in the event nominated by the committee for the purpose of the club’s 25-mile championship.
Ladies’ 25 Mile Championship	M. McDowall 1:04:47	Awarded to the lady member recording the fastest actual time in the event nominated by the committee for the purpose of the club’s 25-mile championship.
Veterans’ 25 Mile Championship	T. Duncan-Booth +9.37	Awarded to the veteran member recording the fastest on standard in the event nominated by the committee for the purpose of the club’s 25-mile championship.
The John Bull Tyre Challenge Trophy (Open 25)	J. Dewey – Team Bottrill	Awarded to the rider recording the fastest actual time in the Farnborough and Camberley C.C. Open 25-mile time trial [ Note: this award is open to all riders in the event.]
The Consolation Cup (25)	G. Short	Awarded to the member, who has not been awarded any other club trophy for the season, recording the fastest actual time in the club’s 25-mile championship.
The Bispham Memorial Trophy (Open 25 team of 3)	Farnborough & Camberley CC  M. Charlton, T. Duncan-Booth, K. Miller	Awarded to the fastest team of three riders in the Farnborough and Camberley C.C. Open 25 mile time trial, who are members of a club affiliated to London West District of Cycling Time Trials. The winning club shall hold the trophy for one year and shall be responsible for its safe keeping during the year.
50 Mile Championship	V. Schutte 2.19.14	Awarded to the member recording the fastest actual time in any open 50 mile event
The BSA 100 Challenge Trophy	M. Charlton 3.32.00	Awarded to the member recording the fastest actual time in any open 100-mile event.
The Farnborough Traders 12 hr Trophy	V. Schutte 202.699 mls	Awarded to the member covering the greatest mileage in any open 12-hour time trial.
B.A.R. Championship	V. Schutte 19.95mph	a)    Awarded to the member with the fastest average speed at 25, 50, and 100 miles and over 12 hours.
		b)    The times achieved by a member shall be  in any CTT type “A” event
Veterans’ B.A.R. Championship	V. Schutte +6.22 std	Glider” Veterans’ Championship Trophy  (5)
		(Presented by A.J. Rumble Esq, and re-presented by P. Smith Esq (1952) as the B.A.R. Trophy)
		Awarded to the veteran member with the highest standard, calculated in accordance with the National VTTA formula, over 25, 50 and 100 miles and 12 hours, in CTT type “A” events.
Hill Climb Trophy	S. Hunt 4:30:04	Awarded to the member recording the fastest actual time in the event nominated by the committee as the championship event.
The Encouragement Cup	L. Stratford	Awarded to the member who has shown, as proved through calculation by the time trial secretary, the greatest improvement in club time-trials over the season.
The Club Championship Challenge Trophy	K. Miller 25 pts	Awarded to the member gaining the highest number of points from time trial events during the season. Points shall be awarded on the following basis to members riding in all club events. Riders starting and finishing an event  –   2 points ; Riders starting but not finishing –              1 point
The John Pickers Memorial Trophy	Steve Hammatt	Awarded to the member who, in the opinion of club members, has rendered the greatest service to the club in the past year, such opinion to be expressed by a ballot of members

MENU UPDATE 24 January 2018

We’ve just had some additional special diet menu options added to the menu choices.

If you’ve already ordered but want to change either go to the email confirmation you received or email your revised choices to: chairman@fccc.org.uk  and social@fccc.org.uk

Thanks

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Everyone should have received this email today (10 Jan):

Hi All,

The annual FCCC dinner on 10th February is fast approaching. We’re looking forward to catching up with as many of you as possible.

The menu choices are attached in this google forms link. MENU CHOICES

Please can you complete the form ASAP for each member of your party so we can pass on the information to Frimley Hall Hotel. For those who haven’t seen the event details yet please go to http://fccc.org.uk//2017/10/31/annual-dinner-at-frimley-hall-rsvp/

As ever, word of mouth will be the best way for us to get as many bums on seats as possible so any help with prompting your fellow FCCC members would be much appreciated.

You’re welcome to request to sit together in your peer groups, just let us know and we’ll do our best to accommodate.

Any plugs on WhatsApp groups within the club would be helpful too.

Please make sure to transfer the money to the club’s account by 26th January at £28 per person: HSBC, Sort Code 40-38-04, Account no. 42626659, Account Name: Farnborough & Camberley CC

If you wish to pay using PayPal, this is ok but please select the friends/family/gift option so FCCC do not incur fees, or alternatively add the fees to your total (20p+3.4%). The address for PayPal payments is payments@fccc.org.uk

Thanks,

Ollie – Social Secretary

NOTICE TO MEMBERS:

Notice is hereby given to all members of the Farnborough and Camberley Cycling Club that our Annual General Meeting will be held on Friday 2nd February 2018 at 20.30 at Club Room, All Saints’ Church Hall, Chapel Lane, Hawley GU14 9EW.

Nominations for election, and any specific proposals you wish to be discussed, should be sent to the General Secretary, Bob Vineer, to arrive no later than Friday 12 January 2018.

Contact details are: E-mail: bobvineer@gmail.com or by post to: 60 Hawkesworth Drive, Bagshot GU19 5QZ.

Below is a list of current committee positions which shows those posts currently vacant or to be vacated at the AGM.

A number of new members have joined the club during the year who may be able to contribute on the committee or as a club official and I would ask everyone to look at the vacant posts and ask themselves if they feel able to support the running of the club. If so, please let other members know or contact a member of the committee so that they may nominate you. Alternatively, you may know a member who you think would be a suitable candidate. Each nomination requires a proposer and seconder.

I very much look forward to receiving your nominations which must reach me by Friday 12 January 2018.

Following the hugely successful 2016/17 annual dinner at the Frimley Hall Hotel we will be returning there again on 10 February 2018 for the 2017/18 celebration.

As was the case last year the committee has decided to subsidise the dinner in order to keep the cost the same at £28 per person.

Please follow the link here to register your intention to attend (or not) so that we can gauge numbers.

Annual Dinner Registration Form – RSVP

A separate form will be circulated with menu choices and payment options closer to the event – for now, we just need to know how many will attend this great evening. We hope you can join us!

Thanks and best regards,

The Farnborough and Camberley CC Committee.