"Well there's an interesting point, John...
Very fortunate to have two chaps, in your good self and Barry, who have been there, done that, had the t-shirt, then cut it up for bike-cleaning cloths
I hope you can attend the AGM on the 9th"
All the latest cyclocross news, forum, photos and events across the UK scene
Alan Cook's Discussions
Thanks to all involved in the NWCCA
2 Replies
Last race of the season today, at a cold & snowy Beacon Park gives me the chance to thank all organisers, marshalls, commissaires, lap-counters etc. for all their hard work which has enabled us…Continue
Tags: nwcca
Started this discussion. Last reply by Ian Clarke Jan 29.
Luckiest fan?
4 Replies
At Loenhout yesterday, Sven Nys had beer thrown over him each lap. After a nightmare of a race, on lap 7 he stopped and had a chat with the errant "fan"Lucky Sven showed such immense self…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by barry davies Dec 30, 2012.
Victory for Wyman in Gieten!
3 Replies
Another superb result…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by The Goats Dec 1, 2012.
Gifts Received
Alan Cook has not received any gifts yet
Alan Cook's Page
Latest Activity
Alan Cook replied to barry davies's discussion Splitting large race numbers..."NWCCA AGM on Tuesday 9th April at the Manchester Velodrome were tabled at the the last committee meeting. Please submit any further agenda items to the Secretary by the 5th April."
Alan Cook replied to barry davies's discussion Splitting large race numbers..."Barry, it's a great problem to have! Thanks for your comments. I'd rather that we were struggling in the NW from having too many riders than too few. Personally, I am against splitting the races, but can see no other way of making the…"
Alan Cook replied to Benjamin Hall's discussion BC needs to Rethink 'Go Cross' for the summer races."Give us a clue, Benjamin...
What is the current situation, what is your suggested situation and how does the way BC currently organise things fall short, please?
Your simple statement provides no insight
Thanks
"
Alan Cook replied to jon davies's discussion Lucky boy - £2k to spend :)"Sorry, I meant to say that the name if the firm, "Bike to Work" implies commuting. Cyclesolutions are another firm which administers Cyclescheme. My comments re Cyclescheme still hold good"
Alan Cook replied to jon davies's discussion Lucky boy - £2k to spend :)"Where do you get the idea that your purchase need be a, "commuter"?
Bike to Work are one of the firms which administer the government's Cyclescheme - an initiative to encourage cycling
There is no onus on the individual to use their…"
Alan Cook replied to craig sefton's discussion need some new shoes (any recommendations)?"For the Peaks, Specialized Rime. A little bit more than your budget @ £130, but a brilliant shoe with boa closure and a Vibram sole. Not too stiff - sometimes carbon soled shoes can be too stiff and pull off your heel as you run / push.
In…"
Alan Cook replied to Richard Gaskill's discussion Help!"Mr John Cooke
Pm me and I'll pass on his contact details"
Ian Clarke replied to Alan Cook's discussion Thanks to all involved in the NWCCA"This was my first season of cyclocross though my kids have been doing for 3 years. The most fun I have had racing on a bike. Thanks to everyone who helped put on events. I look forward to more bike washing and maintenance next year
Ian"
Giles Perkins replied to Alan Cook's discussion Thanks to all involved in the NWCCA"Agreed 100% - today was a great end to a great first season for me. Thanks to all those who make all this happen and especially to all those who've been so encouraging!
Giles PerkinsNorth Cheshire Clarionhttp://cxingtheline.wordpress.com"
Alan Cook posted a discussionThanks to all involved in the NWCCA
Last race of the season today, at a cold & snowy Beacon Park gives me the chance to thank all organisers, marshalls, commissaires, lap-counters etc. for all their hard work which has enabled us to enjoy ourselves over the season in the North West LeagueMy promises to you:-1) train more2) crash less!Alan CookWill's Wheels CCSee More
Alan Cook commented on mark turner's blog post CSP CX Event 2013"That's great news, Mark! Very pleased to hear the venue were pleased with how you & Cycle Sport Pendle ran the event. As I've said to you before, this has all the makings of a classic. Thank you"
Alan Cook replied to John McDowall's discussion So, what do you do during the summer to get better for cross?"How about riding the Polka Dot Challenge / "Spud" Riley memorial Gran Fondo on the 26th May? Starting from Woodford, c. 10 miles south of Manchester, there is a choice of 3 routes, covering 30, 60 & 95 miles. Each ride is on…"
Alan Cook replied to Ian Tunnicliffe's discussion Top pull front mech?"I believe it is better suited to the smaller radius of a cyclocross chainring (46-ish) than the std Ultegra (which is designed for a 52-ish chainring)
I've broken two as they failed to shift to the smaller ring and the cage bulged, rendering it…"
barry davies replied to Alan Cook's discussion Luckiest fan?"Saw Eric De Vlaeminck ride down a sheet ice long decent in Switzerland, flat out, waving a broken handlebar in one hand and laughing his head off !!!!"
Alan Cook replied to Alan Cook's discussion Luckiest fan?"Barry - did you ever see a move like Bart Wellens @ 1min 10sec?
http://youtu.be/salfFYuinwY"
Comment Wall
- No comments yet!
© 2013 Created by Dave Haygarth.
