RR Ballyleagry 2\6\10
26 riders tackling the hilly course ending in a bunch sprint up the final hill. Result
RVCC SHANVEY 10TT 26\5\10
29 riders lined up on a windy evening. RESULT
RVCC SHANVEY 10TT 19\5\10
27 riders and plenty of PB Times. RESULT
RVCC Club APR
26 Riders in 4 groups over 4 laps of the Burnfoot course. James Mullan was the club winner. Blaine Cole won the school boy\girl race. Result
RVCC Sporting 10TT
Another horrible night weatherwise. 26 riders lined up on road bikes with no aero aids being permitted. Brian Mills was the Trophy winner. RESULT PICS
North West Inter Club Road Race League
52 Riders in the senior event & 8 in the school boy\girl race. Fantastic evenings racing and the handicap was virtually spot on. RESULTS
RVCC 10tt 21\04\10
23 riders lined up on a very cold night. Winner on handicap Adrian Deighan RESULTS PICS
Gort Na Drum Sperrin Sportif
Over 100 riders covered the 65 & 30 mile distances. REPORT PICS
Season Opener Club 5TT
31 Riders took to the Coast Rd. for a fantastic first event of the new season. Results
*RVCC Sportive*
Gort na Drum Sperrin Sportif & BBQ
Sun 18th April 100 scenic kms, (50 km option)
Minimum Donation £10 seniors £5 Under 18
Sign on opens 09.00 - Departing 10.00
For details contact George Boyd
02877763514 – mg.boyd@tiscali.co.ukGerald Long Memorial Road Race
Roe Valley had 7 riders competing at Kildress near Cookstown PICS REPORT
Time Trial Introduction
With the 5 mile TT virtually upon us we are running a mornings introduction to time trialling. This is highly advised for members who have never raced before. Covering how an event runs, starting off, how to negotiate the turn, race rules and a look at the courses used. Hopefully this will remove most of the stress for beginers on their first even and add to their enjoyment. Meeting at Bellshill carpark @ 10:00am Saturday 10\4\10 (carpark beside bypass near Limavady United Football Club) Contact Keith 77722854 for more info.
Tour of the North
Thank you to all club members who turned out and helped on stage 3 the feedback has been very positive.
Stage 3 -Limavady 4/4/10 Stage start Roe Valley Recreation Centre @ 10:00 Stage now Drumsurn Rd, Legavallon pot, Ringsend , Broad Rd. 4 Laps of this 20 mile course. Stage changed due to road conditions in the Sperins. LINK
Aghagallon Cup Bartins Bay
10 Roe Valley riders took to the start line across all age groups at the picturesque Bartins Bay on the shores of Lough Neagh. In a great day of fast action packed racing Roe Valley riders made their mark. More Pics Report
Photo of Roe Valley CC 1989 @ The Nissan Classic Dublin
Ciclisport Grand Prix
Roe Valley Schoolboys Blaine and Kyle Cole were in action in the underage races. Blaine rode strongly showing great potential for the season ahead. Kyle put in a stylish performance just being edged out in a two up sprint for the win. Alistair Bratten again showed good early season form riding strongly over a very testing 9 mile loop. Report
P.J. Logan Cup
Roe Valley were in action at the P.J. Logan Cup at Coalisland. Lisa Mann, Nicky McBride and Alistair Bratten were in the thick of the action. Lisa rode very strongly finishing 2nd in a very close finish. Report Pics
Phoenix GP
Roe Valley were well represented on Sunday with Mary Boyd finishing 2nd in the ladies race. George Boyd finished 6th in the B race. Lisa Mann and Alistair Bratten also rode strongly. Report Video Pics
Roe Valley CC Race Calendar - Link - Download
A Sporting 10 is to be run early in the new race season. No Aero equipment will be permitted with riders taking part on standard road bikes. No aero bars, aero helmets or disc wheels to be used.
North West Inter Club League
The Inter Club League will now involve Four Masters CC, Foyle CC, North Pole CC & Roe Valley CC. Being held over five Road Races it looks like being a fun & competitive series. Designed around a four group handicap system riders of all abilities get the chance to race with riders of a similar standard. Why not sign up and give it a go. Details
BANGOR COASTAL CHALLENGE Sunday 20th June 2010 - IS NOW OPEN FOR ENTRIES Details
Omagh Wheelers Reliability Sunday 21th Feb Details
Saturday Club Run
Sunny but very cold the weekend runs are starting to bring more and more riders out. We had 2 groups going out on Saturday - with the pace\distance set to suit all abilities. The GIRLS were out in force. Anyone interested in joining a Roe Valley group ride is very welcome follow the link to make CONTACT
RVCC members on the road
Declan McCartney & Paul McCready attended the Island Wheelers Reliability Trial. There are events nearly every weekend in preparation for the racing season and sportive challenges ahead. Keep an eye on Cycling Ulster for future events.
Wrap up against the chilly weather and get the miles in.
Club Runs Saturday Mornings @ 9:30am from the carpark beside the Bypass near Limavady United Football Club. This is a mid paced run with distance to suit who turns out. Sunday Mornings @ 9:00am from Roe Valley Recreation Centre (swimming pool) car park. Splitting into 2 groups for a 40-50 mile mid paced run and a 60-70 mile run suitable for experienced racing cyclists.
Inter Club League 2010
The 2010 North West Inter Club League is going to be very Competitive this year with Four Masters C.C. joining Roe Valley C.C., Foyle C.C. and last years winners North Pole C.C. .The League is designed to encourage club cyclists of all levels to have a go using a four group handicaped road race format.
Keep an eye out for the Event Details comming soon
RVCC Membership form & Cycling Ireland form available to Download
Contact Brian Help or more info
