On a sunny warm evening down the scenic Rheidol Valley, the riders battled a light headwind on the way out to Lovesgrove roundabout, with a slight tailwind on the return leg. With the promise of marzipan cake, brownies and Heather’s famous flapjacks there were some great times posted on this rolling course. One of our youngest …
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Cycling Weekly joining Ystwyth CC – Sunday 18th June
On Sunday 18th June we are very lucky to have Cycling Weekly joining us for our Sunday Rides. Each week in the magazine there is a feature article called ‘Ride with…’ and a different club is featured each week. All riders are to be in club kit where possible and to bring along any spare …
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Very wet Llety Gwyn 10 mile time trial
With the forecasted heavy rain falling, eleven brave riders made the start line for the Llety Gwyn 10 mile time trial. With a breezy southerly wind making the first five miles tough going to the turn around point, but riders then being rewarded with some wind assistance on the return leg. There were some great times posted tonight with …
How do I safely approach a horse when riding? Club guidelines updated
The chances of meeting a horse out on the road or trails is fairly high, so we have written the below guidance and updated our Club Ride webpage to provide some simple steps to ensure that both yourself and horse riders can stay safe and both have an enjoyable ride. Communicate – make the horse …
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Gruff Lewis takes the Ystwyth CC hilly 22 mile time trial win
18 riders took on the challenge of the Ystwyth CC hilly 22 mile time trial. Bathed in glorious early evening sunshine with a southerly wind, the riders made the ascent to Devils Bridge before heading across to Ponterwyd and a short ascent up to Nant Yr Arian. With a fast 7 mile descent back to the finish …
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Working hard at the Aber Cycle Fest and Ystwyth TT
The fourth day of Aber Cycle Fest ’17 saw the action move to Cwm Rheidol, where the 10-mile TT with Ystwyth CC brought out the season’s biggest field yet. Ieuan Andy took the win but we again saw fast, close times being recorded and others putting in great performances on their first attempts this season. …
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High turnout again in week 7 as TT competition intensifies
Ystwyth TT coordinator Andy Hunt had predicted a night of PBs on the Llety Gwyn course on Wednesday, 17th May, and with a high turnout and plenty of fast times recorded, this week’s TT was another successful event this season. Next week the Ystwyth TT will feature as part of the Aber Cycle Fest 10-day …
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Volunteer marshalls needed for Aber Cycle Fest’s big final weekend
Aberystwyth cyclists, family, friends – we need your help to marshall during Aber Cycle Fest’s big final weekend, particularly during the Friday criteriums in the town centre. It’s a great opportunity to be close to the action and feel part of the team of volunteers who work so hard to bring this amazing festival to Aber …
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Limited Edition 65th Anniversary Cycle Jersey – available to order now
The orders for the 65th limited edition jersey have been extended for a few extra days. All orders have to be with Anita Saycell by Sunday 21st May. The order will be sent on Monday 22nd May. All club members should have received an order form via the club email, if you haven’t received an …
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Saturday Social Ride to Cwm Elan
As we’re cancelling all rides on Sunday 21st May to be able to offer marshalling support for Ystwyth Juniors’ hosting of a round of the WMTB XC series, on Saturday 20 May we’ll hold a social ride to Cwm Elan, leaving Plascrug Leisure Centre at 9.30. This is a 72-mile hilly ride with the route …