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Member Q+A

Inaugural USA Member Scott Loyet!

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Name and Hometown? Scott Loyet Moraga, California  USA

How Long have you been cycling and with Quick Release Cycling Club? I started riding 4 years ago with the intent of getting into triathlons, but injuries slowed my running and now I favor cycling over the other two sports.  

My first encounter with QRCC was in France during June of last year when I met team members while we were all climbing up Col du Glandon.  I would like to think my membership was cemented when we met (without planning) at the top of Ventoux a few days later.   I believe the cycling gods put us at the top of the mountain at the same time, in this every so small window, because I was meant for the QRCC.  That day concluded with my third climb up Ventoux, all three routes.  I am certain that I had inspiration from my new QRCC friends.  

In the course of a normal week, How often do you Cycle? Right now I am balancing cycling with swimming as well as running so I am only riding 2 or so days a week.  I like doing early morning rides before work during the week (5:30am departure) and weekend rides with friends.

What Bike(s) do you own? Cervelo R3

What are your Plans/Aims in 2016? I am dialing it back a bit this year after a busy 2015.  I do not race but enjoy organized rides.  The big one I will be riding this summer is called 'The Death Ride.'  I have ridden it twice and each time said I would not do it again.  I am riding it again this year only to introduce this pain and suffering to a group of my friends who have not ridden it before. 129 Miles of riding and 15000 feet of climbing.  https://deathride.com/

Favourite thing about Cycling? I love the enjoy the the feeling of being outdoors while pushing my body to the limit.  Equally, enjoy the camaraderie of cycling.  Cycling has become my 'social time' and am happy that many of my best friends are cyclists.  

Why ride for QRCC? I love to break new ground and being the initial representative in the USA is an incredible honor.

Favourite Climb/Road you have ridden? I think my favorite ride was Col du Glandon.  It was my first day riding in France and I was awestruck by the beauty.  It also helped that I met some new mates from QRCC on that climb and we had a chance to do a fun descent (with one fellow yelping like a madman...which was fantastic).

Favourite Pro Cyclist? Lance Armstrong (joking!!).  

Favourite Pro Race? Tour de France

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LVRC Omnium Report

LVRC Omnium - Newport Velodrome 14/15 February 2016 On Sunday 14 and Monday 15 February I competed at Newport Velodrome in the LVRC Track Omnium. This is a national level event and this year drew in a strong field of riders from across the UK and Ireland. There were national champions, ex-world champions and various other title holders all riding at the event. I had been following a track specific 8 week training program that I had completed twice ahead of the event with the aim to improve on times set at the same event in 2015. Fortunately I was in a pit pen with some familiar faces, including Rob Kennison (Medway Velo) and Antony Wallis (Ciclos Uno). Myself, Rob and Antony have ridden track together previously and share the same level of wit and banter, this certainly helped relaxing into the weekend and also to pass the time between each event. Between us we also had those odd bits of kit and equipment to lend around to get through the weekend. The Omnium was going to take what is known as the Olympic Format so on day one we had a 40 lap scratch race, a 3k pursuit and an elimination and then on day two we had a 750 metre TT, a 250 metre flying lap and finished with a 60 lap points race where we were sprinting for points every 10 laps. Certainly a lot of effort and intensity over two days. As I mentioned my aim was to improve on my timed events. I had decided that I was initially going to run 48 x 14 gearing on the bike as I know that I can turn that gear over for long periods without too much fatigue. First up was the scratch race and after the nervous anticipation that goes with any race meeting we were under way. It was a lively race and lively pace but good and safe with a safe finish in the bunch. So that was it, event 1 done and nerves now under control and I suspect I wasnt the only one feeling that way. Next up was the 3k pursuit (12 laps). For the pursuit and the TT each rider is required to have a holder to hold them up at the start line as starting gates were not being used. Rob Kennison kindly offered to be my holder for the weekend and I was very grateful to have someone well known to me doing this, I certainly felt that I was in safe hands and it was nice to be able to return the favour when it came to Rob's TT on the second day. So back to the pursuit, I had been drawn against Paul Cundy who is not only a quality track rider and racer but races for PMR@Toachim House based in Kent so there was a bit of a local derby going on in my heat. I was still on my 48 x 14 and the first 3 laps were good and I made a good deal of time on my splits, by half way I was tiring and I was starting to lose time on my splits but was still on target for a PB. Paul won the pursuit but I had set a PB by 8 seconds, so the first PB of the weekend was on the board for me. Next was the elimination race. Normally an elimination race is one rider out every other lap but due to time pressure in the schedule they announced it would be one out every lap. With only 14 riders in my group it was basically going to be a 14 lap sprint to the finish so no time for tactics or thoughts. No change to gearing - just stick with it and go. I was the second rider to be out. So that was day one done. 3 events and one PB, I was walking away at the end of the first day happy. We decided that evening to go out and dine together which was absolutely the right thing to do, a great relaxing evening demolishing much needed food. On to day two and first up was the 750 metre Time Trial. I had decided to change to a larger gear for the TT and flying lap so I opted initially for a 50 tooth chainring on the front and retaining the 14 at the back. Fortunately I had a warm up on the rollers first and from that my legs told me that they were not happy with a 50 on the front so it was a quick change down to a 49 and back on the rollers, that was better and certainly felt OK. Rob did the honours again to hold me at the start and the countdown started, beeeeep and I was away. Big effort to get away with an out the saddle sprint until just over half way through the first lap to get me up to speed. I felt good and the speed was there and I felt I could hold it. I did until about 60 metres to go, by which time the legs were burning but it was only 60 metres to go so press on, head down and lunge to the line. Look up at the lap time on the cool down lap, and there it was - PB number 2 of the weekend by 3 seconds. This is going the right way for me and I was more than happy with that. Back onto the rollers for a full warm down. Next up was the flying lap, 1 1/2 laps to get high on the track and then a full on sprint starting as you come out of turn 4 dropping down the track into turn 1 and then fly for the single 250 metre lap. Sounds easy!! I decided to stick with 49 x 14 as this had felt OK for the TT and I knew that the 50 x 14 at this stage could put a PB at risk knowing how tired I was starting to feel. So there I was dropping down into corner 1, cross the line for the bell lap and the sprint was on. All was feeling fast and the air was whoosing past my ears, would this be the 3rd and final PB of the weekend? Over the line, look up at the timing and there it was - PB by 1.5 seconds. So I had achieved my objective for the weekend, I almost thought about packing up and not doing the last points race but then why would you?? So gearing was back down to 48 x 14 and I was ready. Antony Wallis was leading our group overall and with a points race win he would win the title. The start of the final 60 lap points race proved that was his intention. It was fast from the start and just got faster and faster, I held on until the first sprint which came after 10 laps but the pace was relentless and the pace I was going I was going to get lapped before the race was over. I took the conscious decision to DNF the race as I didnt want to get in the way of the lead riders and put their race at risk. It was totally the right thing to do as I wasnt racing for anything position wise and Antony was. He went on and took every available point and won every sprint in the race as well as the overall title in our age group. A job well done by him. Overall an excellent weekend of racing, lots learnt both on and off track and now back to thinking, training and looking forward to the next one!!!!! Words - Keith Johnson

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New Year’s Day 10 TT

The Southborough & District Wheelers New Year Day 10 mile TT is an annual event, the first of the year to blow away the cobwebs and set a marker for the rest of the season.

A change in year was met with a change in weather, as the curtains were drawn back to frost and a predicted temperature of 6 degrees at race time. It seems I shaved my legs for nothing as the leg warmers were going to have to be deployed! Arriving at the Bethersden Village Hall (Some may remember it from the KCA Reliability Trial earlier in 2015), it was already busy with a few big guns prepping for their seeded starts later on. All signed on, QRCC’s sole representative for the day grabbed a quick cuppa and got to setting up with a purpose, making it look like I knew what I was doing. A little bit of swearing and tearing later, I was ready to warm up with two things on my mind: “f*** it’s cold!”, and please don’t puncture. The last time I used tubs were for a hill climb for all of two and a half minutes and the start line was a ten minute ride from HQ. Thankfully, they survived and start time came after a little warm up, which only served to stave off frostbite. At 11:27, I was pushed out to a quick sprint up to 39kmph straight into an incline, my eyes were streaming from my decision not to wear glasses. Already, I thought this was too much and I could have happily been nursing a hangover from the comfort of my own bed. I soldiered on, some would say bravely, however on to the A28 and a slight off-headwind. This was good news as, although the longer “out” leg, once I done and round that roundabout, I’d have a tailwind to carry me home. The course was a little lumpy, with my speed dropping to 32kmph, fighting both the wind and some cold, heavy legs. By mile 5, things were getting blurry, so I just concentrated on what my legs were doing, hoping not to hit any potholes. I’d caught two of the Vets that had started before me, which gave me a little boost... I won’t be last! Taking the roundabout without trouble, I soon caught number 83 on the uphill drag on the return leg and could see (through the tears) the blinking light of the rider who started before me. With this impetus, I powered through to catch him at about 8 miles; the first senior I caught, however the only riding a fixie today. This feeling of superiority as number 90, aka. 2nd place finisher, sailed passed me, almost gracefully as I was starting to blow out of my exhaust. He disappeared and timed his effort perfectly as I was overtaken by a Land Rover and subsequently held up as it refused to overtake a cyclist waiting to turn right. A bit of smart negotiation with the gutter and I was away again, shaking my head and having lost all that momentum that had been building up on the return leg. I couldn’t sprint for the finish and rolled over at 25:03, which I’m not too disappointed with, given the time of year and set up. HQ served up a lovely cup of coffee and various sweet cakey, biscuit treats… I still couldn’t see at this point so I grabbed whatever and scoffed it down. My result confirmed, 19th in the scratch, also finishing as 4th in the L3S category, narrowly missing out on some pear cider, I packed up and set off pretty pleased that I kicked off 2016 flying the flag (lol) at another popular local event.

Words - Steven Melia-Chamberlain

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Rapha Festive 500 Report

Festive 500: Report by Dan Motterham

24th December - 31st December 2015

Now lets not be disillusioned - The challenge this year was made a lot more enjoyable due to the strangely warm December weather proving to be a great motivation at 7am. but lets get this straight, 500km in a week isn’t a hard task when you have 7 days available to you to get out and ride. The hard task is balancing your time between the last of the christmas shopping on christmas eve (most of us blokes still do that), the important annual family gatherings on almost every day throughout the week and the recovery period required in the immediate 24 hours after each day spent drinking copious amounts of alcohol and eating untold numbers of chocolate coins and quality streets. And for some of us having to actually work in the interim. But despite all of these commitments we find a way to squeeze in the miles required to earn that Rapha roundel we so desire.

24th December - This was supposed to be a half day at work for me but am i going to miss out on a club ride? am i ‘ek! i booked it off and met the guys at the JW at 8am sharp for a trip to headcorn. As soon as we hit the flats on the other side of the downs we were drilling into a block headwind in search of those bacon sandwiches. NOT TO BE - cafe not open for another hour. Onto pluckley village where there must be a cafe, NOT TO BE - theres nothing in pluckiey. Wigmore rep Luke anderson claims there is one in Charing. NOT TO BE - its a butchers. lets go to Rodmersham green. Winner! cafe stop is awesome, shame its so close to home. turns out work need me and i receive a call about a major c@ck up so i miss out on half the laughs inside before we head out into the anticipated rain and split up before heading home Distance covered - 97.4km

26th December - Feeling bloated from the day before and desperate to start the recovery process i left the temporary residence in sheerness and met Luke and Gary in Iwade before heading back to the island, when i realised i had left my car blocking the parents drive, better go back. Arrive out the front to the mother telling me i have forgotten my toothbrush - MUM, MY FRIENDS ARE HERE - GOD YOURE SO EMBARRASSING - ‘its ok i have spares’. onto Leysdown. 

What a surprise, the cafes are closed, better head back with empty stomach’s, being blown from pillar to post we had to take turns absorbing the wind, giving us opportune time to practice our echelon riding which was working very well, Luke wasn’t blown into any nearby fields, this meant we made it to McDonalds for a terrible coffee and an acceptable breakfast wrap - even if Luke did give the cashier an ear bashing for ripping him off for trying to charge £2 for a single hash brown. Distance covered 74.7km Total Distance covered now 172.1km

27th December - A club run to Reculver was on the cards knowing that the cafe at the mid point would likely be closed. Nonetheless we set off with two visitors among us, Matt and Victoria from PMR Toachim House had joined us after a brief conversation with them the day before on our return from Maccas.

The wind was once more ever present and we were working really well as a group to make the efforts bearable, but this was with a slight tailwind, when we knew for sure the cafe was closed and we had to turn around to head back to Tankerton the effort requirement had somewhat increased. the sweat was soon dripping from all as we arrived at the Seaview cafe (known fondly as the happy cafe), we all ordered our fuel for the return ride, all knowing that the effort would be draining once more. Jordan did get a little carried away and ordered enough food for everyone, but it wasn’t for everyone, it was just for him. Mate you will go pop! and he did. too much fuel! 

Distance Covered 109.8km Total Distance covered now 281.9km

28th December - work, BOOO why do i have to work. seeing as I’m in the warehouse this week it doesn’t matter if i sweat a little. Luke met me at costa for a warm up brew but the theme of the week was continued and it was closed so we were soon drinking cheap, nasty coffee from the nearby service station - not advised. After turning into Newington and removing ourselves from the busy A road we climbed to the top of the fields and were treated by a sunrise that many would not have had the pleasure of viewing at 7am. The pastel colours and silhouette of the distant trees without their summer leaves resembled the familiar painting of the south african plains at sunset. We couldn’t resist the compulsory photo to accompany the Strava data. A relaxed pace toward Sheppey with talk of what we should achieve in the coming year ensued before parting in Queenborough for me to work and for Luke to rack up some further miles. The ride home after work was a far sweatier and heart pounding affair, trying to beat the darkness of course. getting onto the A2 and drilling the big gear was welcomed before spinning the last mile or 2 to clear the built up of lactic in the legs. Distance covered 38.9km Total Distance covered now 319.8km

29th December - Work AGAIN. oh well, lets get this over with. pretty boring commuting on your own, yesterday i was spoilt by company and coffee. I’ll listen to my music on the way and let the miles tick by while i sing along to the sounds of the random playlist on my iPod. The ride home was once again fast and furious. Distance covered 38.9km Total Distance covered now 358.7km

31st December - i have left myself somewhat of a task, of which i knew when arriving home from work two days earlier. i just hoped the weather would be kind to allow me to enjoyably cram in more miles than i have done on a Sunday for quite a few months. Once again we were heading to Headcorn Aerodrome, the size of the group was quite impressive, with Wigmore CC, Medway Velo CC and Aberdeen Wheelers members joining forces with the 9 QRCC members we were in a great position to share the duties on the front. 

The later start than that of christmas eve, meant the cafe was indeed open on arrival and Gary quickly demolished a huge bakewell tart while others tucked into sandwiches and coffees, some even opting for two coffees. the return journey saw the first puncture for Tony (i haven’t had a puncture in 6 years) Hayre. This was strange after i had said just minutes before that we had done the same ride the year before and Jordan had a puncture but it was maybe 12 degrees colder - today is just a delight. Puncture - MY FAULT. Once repaired we soon all got a little competitive and Ulcombe Hill gave as ideal opportunity to attack one another. The visitors went on the early break but the mountain goats soon reeled them in and escaped on the last gradients. Regrouping at the top we moved onto the next challenge of Hollingbourne - oops i still have 50 miles to go i better take it easy up here, I’m out of the race - Luke rapping for QRCC led the charge and was soon being chased by another Luke - the Wigmore one - WE WON! :) 

The dash back to Bredgar was soon over and the Rain moved in to try and dampen spirits - yeah right, we were having way to much fun. lets do some laps of the island. So with Luke and Jayson Weale leading the way we were soon a further 10 miles in, OK i changed my mind, one is enough - oh look a cake shop can we stop again. DOUBLE CAFE STOP - CHECK! Heading back towards Sittingbourne chat turned to upcoming adventures once more and some epic miles we plan to cover in 2016 - “Sh1t, i need a gel - mate can i borrow a gel?” (shame Jordan wasn’t around, he normally has a box in his pocket). after parting ways and ticking off the final miles the Ettix gel kicked in and i was soon hitting 30mph down the A2 before reaching home and hitting the stop button on the Garmin. RIDE UPLOADED the screen said, quick open the Strava App, have i done it. Distance covered 149km Total Distance covered now IVE DONE IT - 509km BOSH.

Thanks to everyone for such an enjoyable week, cycling has given me the best times in 2015 and some of the best memories i have EVER.

I AWAIT MY ROUNDEL

Words - Dan Motterham

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QRCC Q&A Name and Hometown?

My full name is Tony Ranjit Singh Hayre (but for the record, you guys just call me Tony).  Despite being mistaken for Turkish, Italian & Cuban over the years I am actually half Indian but I am born & bread in Milton, a Sittingbourne lad and proud of it.

How Long have you been cycling and with Quick Release Cycling Club?

I been cycling since the age of three and made regular daily trips for the front door to the end of the drive away. I was never a big cyclist by passed my CTB first time with only one minor (I forgot the 5th rule) but it kept my family happy and help me get a paper round which saw me cycling in all weathers.

I did own a racer when younger but hated it as my mates had BMX’s or mountain bike.   I only considered road cycling during the Olympics in 2012 when I brought one on offer from Halfords.  Surprisingly I quite enjoyed it and that’s where it began.

The short rides with my friends were not enough for me and realised I could do more when I completed the London to Canterbury charity ride (children trust) with no hassle in the summer of 2012.

I started looking for clubs and that’s when I stumbled across the QRCC website. I made contact with Luke via phone and got invited to join a Sunday ride to Leysdown bakery. I must admit I was expecting Luke to be much older and when I first saw the fresh well moisturised (non-hairy) face I thought this guy has only just had his stabilisers removed.  

However as I got to know Luke his passion for cycling showed and I thought ‘this guy really knows his stuff’

After a few weeks I confirmed my membership with the club and have been hassled by Gary every year to rejoin

I joined QRCC early 2013 (I Think) when club numbers were on the increase. Although members have come and gone, the club has a great bunch of young lads and ageing men. Proud to be a member of the club.

In the course of a normal week, How often do you Cycle?

I would like to cycle everywhere and everyday.  But work and family would not allow.   Therefore twice a week is the norm.

What Bike(s) do you own?

I have my beloved Whistle Crow. No one else has one (or wants one) but it does me and love her so much and can’t bring myself to upgrade.

Terri (my wife) has gave me the green light to upgrade.  Therefore I am on the look out for a younger blond that’s not a vegetarian

I also owned B-twin (my winter bike).  Second hand, don’t love as much and will only be washed when I can be bothered.

What are your Plans/Aims in 2016?

Ride, ride, ride.  Got the lake district booked in the summer with some of the lads.  Main aim is to improve my annual mileage but more importantly enjoy. Resist the temptation to save my legs.

Favourite thing about Cycling?

Being outside and getting to experience the countryside without being trapped in the car. Also found you can get to most places just as quick as driving.  

Why ride for QRCC?

Em let me see, They let me join (and stun me for £25) I got to purchase a skin tight lyrca outfit (and wear it) (also stun me for ££££) Resulted in Terri telling me to get a better bike (hello Mr Whistle Crow – more ££££) The club Committee were nice, friendly people who I quickly nicknamed after Star Wars Characters after it came to light that Luke had spent his entire childhood watching Button Moon and Thunderbirds and never seen a Star Wars movie Luke (Skywalker – Andy’s apprentice) Dave (Darth Vader – Part man part machine) Andy (Obi One – the master) Gary (Yoda – round head with pointy ears (okay not true about the ears)) Keith (C3PO – Shiny Bike (not quite gold) and unlimited database of knowledge in regards to cycling) Jake (Chew Bacca) former committee member I have made new friends xxx Members allow me to nickname them and pretend they don’t mind Members laugh at my jokes (so not to offend me) I get to sit next to Dave at the AGM, and distract him I get to annoy Dave on every climb ride I get to cycle routes I would never plan or do if not member I now eat more cake than ever before I feel like a local in the Jenny Wren We get to have two xmas parties (with the second one being free) They have their own language Downhill means uphill Flat means uphill Uphill means Mountain 50 means 60 1pm means 3pm Not far now means 15 miles Nearly there means 15 miles Just round the corner means 15 miles That’s the hardest part done = Mountain coming up A few minutes rest break means 1 minute then crack on Night out means early evening gathering Going to Life means everyone home by 10pm A few beers means shandy and cokes

I really love the club but on a more serious note,  the main reason I ride for the QRCC is because I make the club kit look good.

Favourite Climb/Road you have ridden?

Easy.  Love climbing Col de La Sarenne.  Thanks to the club for allowing me to experience it. You can see how much I enjoyed the climb from my strava statistics below:

Rank Name Date Speed HR Power VAM Time 1. Tony Hayre QRCC 16 Jun 2015 6.0mi/h 152bpm 150W 679.7 1:19:52 2. Luke Coleman QRCC 15 Jun 2014 5.1mi/h 159bpm 182W 570.8   1:35:07

Oh look (I’m first)  Only just noticed.  

Favourite Descent - la nesque gorge (100%) loved the views

My favourite solo ride however was around the ardeche gorge.

Favourite Pro Cyclist? Andy Weale – not bad for an islander

Favourite Pro Race? Don’t really follow pro racing – but enjoyed watching parts of the Tour de France when it comes to the sections I have experience. Alps QRCC 2017 – Lets make it happen

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Q&A With Darren Elliott

Name and Hometown?

Darren Elliott

I was born in Rainham (Kent) and a few years later I moved to Sheppey where I still live today with my wife and three kids.

How Long have you been cycling and with Quick Release Cycling Club?

I started cycling when I was 15 and the moved on to other things. I got back into the cycling when I was challenged by my brother in law to do Demelza Sittingbourne to Paris(2014). At a meeting for the ride I met Luke and Baz i.e. Gary from QRCC and after doing a couple of club rides with them I joined the club and haven't looked back since.

In the course of a normal week, How often do you Cycle?

In the summer months I try to get out at least three time a week if not more. In the winter months I try to do all Tuesday night club rides and as many Sunday rides as possible.

What Bike(s) do you own?

I currently have two bikes, one winter and one summer bike which are a Boardman road comp and a Cannondale synapse.

What are your Plans/Aims in 2016? My plans for 2016 are cycling from Sittingbourne to Amsterdam for Demelza. Try and do some more races.

Why ride for QRCC?

I ride for QRCC because it is a friendly, supportive and a group of like-minded cyclists.

Favourite Climb/Road you have ridden?

Personally it’s a climb LE MONT VENTOUX which I had the pleasure to ride up this year with some amazing people from this club. What a climb 1912m high with some stunning views at the summit .It was a very emotional experience for me as I have seen some of the world’s best cyclist on TV climb the Same Mountain.

Favourite Pro Cyclist?

For me there are two. The first being Greg Lemond because he inspired me to get into cycling .The other is Christopher Froome as he is just a phenomenal athlete.

Favourite Pro Race?

In my eyes there is only one and that is LE TOUR DE FRANCE, three weeks of hell.

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Cycling Cap's

It’s the season of the cycling cap…. Autumn/Fall is upon us and you won’t see me on a bike without a “Casquette” until the Mercury rises in the Spring. My reason for this aside from it keeping rain out of your eyes and retaining heat otherwise lost from your head is, a Cycling Cap is a traditional and respected item of clothing dating back to the black and white photo days of cycling.

Back in the early days caps were worn instead of helmets and seen as a badge of honour, they were hard to come by and quite expensive, A racing cap was a privilege and seen as a professional item in the Peloton. Over the years it became more popular and cheaper to manufacturer… Sean Kelly ripping up the Pave in Paris-Roubaix with his cap doffed backwards, Roger de Vlaeminck with his flipped up peak and countless other greats of the sport pedalling Europe’s great roads doffing the famed Cycling cap. 70, 80’s and 90’s were its heyday. Nowadays the cap is not as popular with newcomers to the sport, in 2003 helmets became compulsory in professional cycling and the cap was reserved for wet/cold races and shunned by riders not wanting to add the cap under a helmet. However it is still respected and its mainly worn by those that wish to preserve the integrity and tradition of the sport, Mark Cavendish is a big fan and is always seen wearing a cap where possible, he even got involved in desiging a cap for Etixx-Quickstep a few years ago. There is a great video about this here http://www.bicycling.com/video/mark-cavendish-capsnothats

People debate how to wear it when to wear it and whether or not you should wear one. But for me I collect cycling caps, I enjoy the different colours and aspects of each cap and I also enjoy the traditions of our great sport and wish to see the cap shine. (see here Gianni Bugno offers Etixx-Quickstep’s Brian Holm some fantastic advice on how to wear the cycling cap correctly here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6IjFa_aszjQ) Sadly in the last couple of seasons Baseball hats have become a part of the off the bike wear in the Pro Peloton which in my opinion should quite frankly be banned… There is a movement of #CapsnotHats and I hope everyone can support this! Ride your bike, enjoy the beautiful countryside and wear a Cap Words - Luke Coleman

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The QRCC Race Team took part in there first ever race on Bank Holiday Monday 31st August in the SERRL event at the Cyclopark in Kent. A great learning experience in tough conditions for all 8 QRCC riders. Pleased to say Luke Coleman scored the first British Cycling points in the clubs history with a 6th place finish in the first race! Chapeau to all who rode in horrific conditions and all 8 finished the race. This would not have been possible without DS Keith Johnson ... On to the next race in a few weeks :)