The Basics: It’s been noted that on club rides some riders have been sailing a bit close to the wind with respect to their attire. It is appreciated that the club has grown exponentially in recent years and not all the members have spent most of their life chasing two wheeled excellence. We must respect that many of you have… Read more »
2012 – the Year of the Comeback? Back in 2008 the cycling world was rocked with the revelation that Lance Armstrong was to come out of retirement at the age of 37 to attempt an eight Tour de France title. What Lance hadn’t counted on however was that during his sabbatical the new breed of Tour specialists were coming into… Read more »
The Killermeter: Wed night was the last event of the season for the North Down “athletes” and it was closed with a bang. The 1 kilometre test of man’s ability to ignore intense pain and dizziness with total disregard for tactics, endurance or any sense of self preservation. An event so savage that it has been dropped by the Olympic… Read more »
Cycling industry gives economy £3bn boost There are now estimated to be about 13m people who cycle in the UK Cycling generates nearly £3bn a year for the UK economy, a report by the London School of Economics has found. The figure takes into account factors such as bicycle manufacturing, retail and cycle-related employment. The report says £51m was… Read more »
The Prince Needs You! Traditionally racing in Ulster has peaked early in the season with most riders having called an end to their season after spending their Easter holidays chasing pros round back roads during the Tour of the North. In recent years however there has been a shift in priorities with many riders targeting the Paris – Katesbridge as… Read more »
RECORD MEMBERSHIP AT NORTH DOWN North Down Cycling Club has reached a landmark in club membership. There are now 200 members, making North Down one of the biggest clubs in Ireland and probably the biggest in Northern Ireland.