JUNE
 Last September was a bit hectic with 3 events close to one another demanding Club member support, so the Road Races were moved to June to avoid calendar saturation. Unfortunately, since the Road Race application (had to be made last Autumn), two other important June events have raised their heads. What follows is intended to keep you in the picture, to allow you to participate in worthwhile events, and to ask for your support at a busy time.

June 4th Many of you will know that this is the date for the City Centre evening race, which alone would have justified a visit to Peterborough that day. But so much more is happening that day, thanks to an enlightened and dynamic response by the Council and the Greater Peterborough Partnership. I don’t have space here to list all events, but the City Centre is dedicated to cycling activities from 1100 onwards, including the Cathedral Green and Cloisters. Keep an eye open on local publicity for full details. This Club will be fully involved, manning a stall all afternoon next to the Rollapaluza event, probably near Starbucks. I’d be grateful for help at the stall by anyone who can spare an hour or so between 1100 and 1800. At some stage, probably about 1530, the race circuit will be available for local Clubs to ride round for half an hour or so; it’s possible that Clarion will organise an event of some sort. At 1700 there will be a big parade around one circuit of the course, involving Clubs, vintage bikes, schools and many more. I’d be grateful for volunteers to join the parade on their bikes, in Club colours, to give the Club healthy representation. The race starts at 1900, and we may be asked to provide marshals – an opportunity to get a good view of the proceedings.
Because of this event, the Helpston 10 that evening is being cancelled. One of our members is looking at the possibility of organising a replacement competition on the Rollapaluza. No entry fee is involved and it’s great fun, so watch out for details if it proves a goer.

June 7th Our road races at Sawtry, once again generously sponsored by Baxter & King Construction. I am still looking for volunteers to marshal, and particularly for 2 or 3 to use their own cars to follow (with Commissaires) or lead the race. If you are a BC member, I can get you insurance cover for the event. Other helpers on the day would be welcome – there is much to do.

June 14th This is a National Bike Week event, once again receiving significant support from the Council. Although it’s the week of the East of England Show, the Showground’s MD has been particularly helpful and supportive in allowing us to use a brand new car park area for a Come and Try Time Trial. This starts at 1800 and will finish at 2100. We’ll have discrete access to the area, there will be a marquee, toilets and food stalls. Timekeepers have already volunteered, but we’ll need some marshals and recorders. If lots of you turn up (hopefully in Club colours) we can rotate marshals to give you a break. This is a splendid opportunity to attract younger potential members to time-trialling in a safe environment, so please support it. The Council is doing much to publicise it, but we could all help by spreading the word. I can send a poster or 2 if any of you want them. Prior to our event, Alison Lilley (BC Eastern Go-Ride Officer) will be running an event there, probably from 1600 onwards.