Cycling Ulster Seminar. The response to the recent Cycling Ulster Seminar, held in Craigavon, has been very positive. North Down was represented by Terry Nicolletti, Noel Boyce, Flo and Keith Millar. In addition one of the chief speakers was our own Ian Blayney, a Chief Inspector in the PSNI, who highlighted the positive aspects of the co-operation between Cycling Ulster… Read more »
Cycling’s ‘Pace-Maker’ Challenge In an effort to attract more North Down Cycling Club members to compete in the Wednesday events, new race secretary Eric Blayney has come up with a novel and unique competition. As Eric explained earlier this week, ‘We have many members who seem to shy away from the racing nature of these nights but will never miss… Read more »
Henry-Most Promising Rider! The superb achievements of the young North Down cyclist, Stuart Henry, were recognized at the Northern Ireland Cycling Federation Awards Night on Saturday last when he was presented with the most Promising Cyclist of the 2007 season. In addition to winning All Ireland and Northern Ireland Championships, Henry won numerous under-age events and was selected to ride… Read more »
Cycling Ulster Seminar Cycling Ulster will be holding a seminar on Saturday 9th February in the Discovery Centre, Oxford Island, Craigavon from 10.00 am to 4pm approx. The seminar will deal with issues of event promotion (including leisure events), safety, time trials, championships, child protection and the role of marshals. Chief Inspector Ian Blayney will be in attendance to explain… Read more »
Youth Cycling Coaching Camp A one day youth training and coaching camp for Under 15/16 boys and girls will take place on 10th February 2008 at Craigavon Golf and Ski Centre. This is a great opportunity for all prospective young cyclists to get a grounding in race craft before the up-coming season. The camp will consist of a two and… Read more »
Community Centred Cycling The vitally important role which North Down Cycling Club plays in the local community as a charity fund raiser, was recognised last week at the launch of the Emmerdale Extravaganza, in the Culloden. In the month of June this year, when the club will already be involved in promoting one of the largest cycling charity events in… Read more »