Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas From Caferacing

Well Don to Richard Harrison for winning the Tea cake again.

Moody Tom

CafeRacing

PitBull has a Beard.......

Is PitBull a WereWolf or is he Santa
will Growing a beard catch on?

Hello Cafe Racing

Due too my hectic racing Schedule I have not been able to go CafeRacing for a while now,
And have not had any results from anyone for a few weeks now.

Are you CafeRacers still going out?

I cant update the Points unless you email/text me the results.

If anyone would like the login password for the Blog so they can update it please email me @
mail@jough.co.uk

or you can allways just add the results to the comments below.

Help

Can anyone update me on the results i have missed?

please comment below

Thanks

Result 29 August

1st Richard Harrison.
2nd Giles Pidcock.
3rd Mick Day.

We had a new Rider out today (pictured right)who made it to the Finish in the group we would like to welcome the Green Cross Code man from Otley.

Dont forget its Double points Bank Holiday Monday This Monday

Up the hill out of Skipton some one said to me "The tension builds as we climb the Col de Skipton in the block head wind but some wally will attack soon"

Up passed up the Pub Richard attacked going clear Matt did his usual stint on the front Keeping Richard at a safe distance a few guys tried to bridge the gap but didn't make contact Joel jumped at the right time catching Richard and they moved clear.

The group rode a steady tempo no one really keen to press on in to the head wind.

At the Duckpond Richard and Joel had moved clear but Joel dropped his purse on the climb up passed the Angel.
The biggest group ever came over the top of the Angel and settled for a sprint

Richard used all his timetriling skills to stayed away and take the win Giles took the sprint from Mick Day.

CafeRacing has a day off

With Gargrave Show spoiling the days racing a few CafeRacers decided to go for a longer ride to Wray Cafe.

Cafe Racing has a day off.

The 105th Gargrave Show 2009

This year's show will certainly be going ahead, whatever the weather. We have made cunning plans to avoid a a recurrence of last years postponement due to adverse weather conditions. You can rest assured that what ever happens - weatherwise - the show will take place on Saturday 22nd August 2009.

Result 15th August

SUPER SID SHOWS HIS CLASS

Yet again it was another huge field for this mornings café racing with the riders basking in the late summer drizzle.

It was left down to Chris Rhodes to kick of events with a stinging attack up the heifer climb, but alas his attempts came to nothing as the field recognised his class and brought him back into the fold. Next to try was last weeks victor Tim Baldwin, who was full of confidence after last weeks epic ride, but super café Richard (I’m not having that) Harrison jumped across to make what looked like a formidable duo in the lead. Not to be outdone Joel Davidson jumped across, closely followed by young Tom Moses & John Flanagan but with Matt Denby riding tempo on the front this select group found it difficult to break the elastic of the fast moving bunch. The field came together at the bottom of the infamous Angel climb & stayed this way for run into the finish. Shak decided to lead out affairs, closely followed by Jough, Jough went for an early one with the Wiley fox sid on his wheel, then Sid put in a unbeatable burst on the line with Murgy unable to pass in 2nd & Joel closely following in 3^rd

^{Thanks Mr Murgy for the write up.}

^{1st Sid Barras}

^{2nd Murgy}

^{3rd Joel Davidson}

Result 8th August

1st Camelback
2nd Sid Barras
3rd?

Result 1st August

Raining not many out as Shack Won

1st Shack
2nd Richard
3rd Joel

Result 25th July

Giles take the sprint from under some classy Noses

Yanto Barker Pictured below "I,m well happy with 2nd Today, Ive made it"

1st Giles Pidcock , Epic Cycles
2nd Yanto Barker, Lecol Colnago
3rd Darren Harker, VS cycles

A huge group rolled out from St Annes this fine bright Saturday morning you could feel the tension in the air

All together as they left Skipton but a nice tempo on the front and the peloton soon started to thin out.

The First attack came from one of Chris Young's development riders but he was soon back in the group

Then came a surprise attack from JDs cycles team leader Reg this put the willies up Yanto Barker, Lecol Colnago who set off in pursuit of Reg, Yanto soon made contact with Reg but "didnt do many taps" said a disappointed Reg at the Finish, maybe the awesome power of Reg just overwhelmed the Visitor or may the perhaps prestige of the race he was in just got to him.

The main Group were riding well in pursuit of the escapees. Toms mate Gez Hunt ,Cervelo Test Team did a few turns but just spent most of the time moving up and trying to look cool.

Toms Mate Jeremy Hunt Culture Secretary

By the time we reached the duckpond both were back in the group the pace had slowed slightly but the peloton was down to roughly 15 riders all waiting to see who would make the next move.

They didn't have to wait long with Dave Mann attacking over the climb of the Angel (who had come over to the UK from New Zealand just to sample the delights of Caferacing) Tom Mosses (National Junior Cyclo Cross Champ) saw the danger and followed along with Toms mate Gez Hunt, Cervelo Test Team but once again the frantic speed of pursuing group brought them back.

So the 15 or so Rides Settled down for the Sprint Richard Harrison (caferacer world champ) opted to lead out. The sprint was won by Giles from Yanto and Darran.

Thanks Justin for the write up

Super Sids Succseful Saturday.

1st Sid
2nd Joel Davidson
3rd Tom Moses




Joel pictured right gets Second

Result 11th July 2009

1st Richard Harrison
2nd Mick Day
3rd Jough Watson (Lloyd Kellett) didn't do full ride.

Introducing Old Tom Garwell for get up there in the final quote of the day "I've not quite found my sprinting legs"

A bit of house keeping.
-10 points
Adi Walsh no helmet
-10 Adi Walsh going through a red light
-10 points camelback no helmet

Result 3rd July

1st Dave Mann

Colon video

Simons wedding

Sinbad

Pimp

Missing in action.

Result 27th June

Giles wins in the Sprint.

1st Giles Pidcock.
2nd Damion Sharp.
3rd Jason new improved Colon.

Stuart Take his First win.

Result 20th June 09

1st Stuart
2nd The New Improved Colon
3rd Jough

All together up out of Skipton even Walshy and boogie Bolton made it up.
and it stayed like to the climb bottom of the Angel due to some good tempo riding from Chris and Joel. On the climb the group was split down to a manageable size by some a strong turn By Jough.

Tom Moses had a few little attacks on the way in but was brought back in to the fold by Colon and Richard. This is where Stuart made his move going clear. with ever one looking at each other Stuarts gap grew and he stayed away to Take his First Caferacing win.

This left the rest to fight it out for the lower places. Flanny went first thinking he and second place in the bag. until Tom Mosses lead out followed by The New improved Colon,Jough Joel and Shack (was Shack out?) and Richard who didnt bseam up for it today and Mick I think.

Tom soon saw the back Of The New Improved Colon and Jough couldn't make his way round The New Improved Colon.

Did any of that make any sense?

Well Done Stuart.

Result 30th May

1st Joel
2nd Matt
3rd Old boy Jon Garwell

Matt went clear with Old Jon Garwell up past the Heifer. and got a massive gap very quickly. This was reduced by Rich and Murgy and looked like Matt move was coming back but Joel jumped across swelling the front escapees to three the efforts of Joel and some good team tactics by Zepnat and the trio were soon out of reach.

The same three made it to the finish with non Sprinter taking the win from Matt with Old Boy Jon Garwell taking the last point.

Result Bank Holiday 25th May

Monkey's Bank Holiday Bonanza

It was Mint ; Tom Moses and the Young ones were out, Big Rich, Teg's, Ben, Day, Go on Gary, Rock Racing's Dave and Fatty (sinbad), Ojo Pitbull

Gary threw in a couple of early ones which came to nothing, An elite group formed over the infamous Angel was caught and by the run in everyone was back together. Tom Moses threw in a long one which Rich chased down followed by Mick and I (monkey). I jumped with about 100 to go and got round Rich and Mick and just did Tom on the line.

Mint.
Thanks James for the write up.

1st James Rushton
2nd Tom Moses
3rd Rich Harrison

To celebrated this massive achievement By Monkey we at caferacing have launched a limited edition Cycling Jersey pictured to the above/right.

Gargoyle Cycles.com

Result 23rd May

Wonderful Watson Takes the Win

Lloyd Kellett Kicked it all off today with a epic Attack on the Skipton climb. The chase was lead by a strong Zepnat Rider Matt Denby. Lloyd was soon back in the bunch but clipped away again with Glendeans Joel but They didn't commit to the break and were court by the top of the angel.

A small group of seven riders made the selection and fomed at the head these were Mick Day, Paul Young, Tom Moses, Lloyd, Joel,Matt, Jough,and pitbull. a few move moves saw riders go clear but they were all brought back by a Matt who looked mint.

It all came down to these riders contesting the Sprint Finish Which was won by Zepnats Jon Watson taking the sprint from Joel and Tom

1st Jough Watson
2nd Joel Davidson
3rd Tom Moses


inset Picture Jon Watson new bike (Charge Skewer) first time out today on it.

Result 16th May

1st Richard Harrison
2nd Sid Barras
3rd Joel Davidson.

Spot the Difference Competition

Spot the Difference Competition

Answers on an email please best answer gets a Caferacing point.

Result 9th May 2009

Today we witnessed two mile stones in British cycling, Mark Cavendish taking the first Pink Jersey in the 92nd Giro d'Italia, Ita and Joel Davidson taking the win in today's Cafe racing well done to both rider for firmly establishing themselves in Cycling's roll of honour.

1st Joel
2nd Rich
3rd Shack

Bank Holiday 4th May Results

1st Shack.
2nd Ben Cook.
3rd Mick Day.
4th Gary Shaw.
5th Jon Flanagan. last

Only Five out today

Thanks Garry Shaw for the report

Cyclo Cross heroes

Superprestige overzicht 2008-2009 from jef cleemput on Vimeo.

2nd May result new bloke gets a point

1st Richard Harrison
2nd PitBull
3rd Tom Garwell (Johns lad)

Don't forget double points bank holiday Monday.

have a look at Super Sid interview

May 2nd

Another Saturday in keighley

Charlie and the magical amulet.

Result 25th April

1st Richard Harrison
2nd Darren Harker
3rd Sid Barras

Wired to Win Surviving the Tour De France

Wired to Win Surviving the Tour De France

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Aprill 18th Result Dan's Back.

Dan's Back

1st Richard Harrison
2nd Chris Wade
3rd Dan Fox..

when where and how Caferacing

Ive had a few emails asking where the ride starts etc. so here's a brief summary

We meet just before 9.30am Saturdays outside St Annes School which is on North Street.

The route is a steady ride up Skipton Road to Skipton. Through Skipton up Grassington Road to Rylstone duck pond we turn left then left at Hetton.

Most of the riders end up at Airton Cafe. which is on the Malham side of Airton.

Hope this helps

Bradly Wiggins Legs

Bradly Wiggins After finishing Pairs Roubaix 2010 in 25th place.

Mad Easter Monday Result

Murgy makes history by doing the triple! Friday Saturday and Monday.

1st. Richard Murgatroyd
2nd. Mark Harrison
3rd. Mick Day

Result Saturday 11th

Murgy does the double. Will he make it 3 in a row? by taking the double points on Bank Holiday Monday

1st Murgy
2nd Richard Harrison
3rd Andy Mitchell.

Result Good Friday

1st. Murgy
2nd. Richard H
3rd Mick Day.

Walshy

Walshy as he used to be

Easter Weekend double points.

Don't forget Good Friday is Double points.

and Bank Holiday Monday is also Double points.

We could see big changes in the cafe racing points with a maxim of 15 up for grabs this weekend.

The Rules

The Rules

1/. Riders must be in the group before the railway crossing.

2/. Double points bank hollidays 6. 4. 2.

3/. Please wear a helmet 10 point fine.

4/. All traffic lights must be adhered to 5 point fine.

5/. Points to top 3 ie 3 2 1

6/. If you want your points please make sure you tell me the results

7/. Mudgaurds from November 1st

8/. This is Caferacing so if you dont go to the cafe then don't expect point.

Aire Valley Cycles Road Race inc Nick Denby Memorial Trophy

04 April 09 Result

1st Tom Mosses
2nd Joel Daivdson
3rd Mark Shack

Tom and Joel clipped off

Local Heros

Just few Results from the Local Heroes this weekend.

Mick Day had a good day on Sunday in the Seacroft wheelers promotion at Selby
Finishing 2nd in a Bunch Sprint. Top Ride old fella

Tom Moses got beat by 8 Juniors to finish 9th at the Candence Junior RR and Paul Young was behind 21 Juniors in the same race

Tim Bladwin finished 14th in the Bill Jinks Road race. Jough and Monkey rode round sat on the back all day and finished in the same position.(on the back)

Bruce Rollinson What about us muddy buggers?
Me 1st Vet 50, 16th overall and Ben 22nd overall over 450 starters at Winlatter Challenge!

Oh yes and Giles won some obscure Vet's Race somewhere beating a few Old Blokes... :-)

Conans Back.

It was nice to see Conan back in the cafe today.

He does'nt look any different (see picture)

He told me that he has been working in a special club as a dancer in Keighley. He also said he finds the job very demanding but is more in touch with his feminine side these day. and hope to come out again very soon.

28th March Results

1st Richard Harrison
2nd Sid Barras
3rd Mark Shackelton

In a sprint..

Stuart's Enquiry. 14th March result.

Stew Coates has pointed out an Issue with the 14th March result. I have changed the points In Stews favor if you know any an different please email me.

Stew Coates Sir, I must take issue with your cafe racing results. While went swanning off to Majorca on the 14th it was I who outsprinted Mick Day to take 3rd place. ps. Where is my rider profile?

Stew Coates Yea it's those results I'm on about - Not sure how Dudley got in there cos he wasn't between us & Tom Moses when it came down to the sprint. I want a stewards enquiry.

Soller Climb from a Taxi

RALLY CLÁSICO ISLA MALLORCA - COLL DE SOLLER from voltereta76 on Vimeo.

Marjorca Tour 09

Richard Extends His Lead

21st March 2009
1st Richard Harrison
2nd Mick Day
3rd Shack

Tom Mosses takes the Win

14th March 2009
Tom Mosses takes his first Caferacing win of the year

1st Tom Moses
2nd Joel Davidson
3rd Stuart Coates.... Dudley Hayton.

Road Rash and Cycling Crash Kit

There is a category added called Road Rash/Crashes. This category is dedicated to road rash, cycling crashes, or anything that goes wrong when it is just you and the bike.

Email us your best pictures and stories of asphalt pounding failure on two wheels. If we use your story on Ride-Strong.com, for your pain we will send you a FREE t-shirt.

Email us at: info @ ride-strong dot com.

Pictured above is the basic road rash kit to heal your wounds.

1. Beer to slam before washing out your wounds
2. Vemma to drink to fight free radicals and inflammation
3. Wound Wash Saline to remove bacteria and debris
4. Gauze pads to clean up the mess
5. Neosporin + pain relief to stop infection
6. Dressing sponges to cover up the mess
7. Ibuprofen to stop the pain
8. M&M’s to eat as you lick your wounds on the couch while watching TV

The story below needed more than a road rash kit.

www.ride-strong.com/freak-bike-accident-view-with-caution

Mick Day Fell Off

Just found out Old timer Mick Day fell off last week......... :-(

Hope your ok Mick?

heres half a piont to cheers you up..

Richard takes the Season opener

Richard Harrison is already dominating this year Cafe Racing after only one weekend.
taking the win from Shack and Paul Young.

7th March 2009

1st Richard
2nd Shack
3rd Paul Young

Richard Harrison 6th at Bolton by Bowland

Richard Harrison went 2 better than

Giles to Finish 6th in the 11mile spoco time trail held over in Lancashire on the (L112) Bolton by Bowland/Wigglesworth course.

heres a picture of Richard with his time trial head on looks a bit wonky to me....

Giles 8th at clayton Velo

The ever so likable Giles Pidcock finished 8th in the local road season opener Clayton Velo Spring Classic Which was won by National Road race Champion some guy called Rob.

Giles sporting his new team kit and Vinner bike 9which he has blagged of some poor gullible southern cycle shop) is now set to beat last year result in this weekend Eddie Soens race at Anitree Race coarse Liverpool.
Well at least he wont be out caferacing this weekend.

Cafe Racing starts next Saturday.

In one week time it all starts again.

But who will lift the CafeRacing trophy.

Richard Harrison? hes shown his Early season form with a 6th place in the Bolton By Bowland Time trail.

Murgy? Has been put in the miles in and has been dishing it out on the Buckden runs

Shack? outside must have an outside chance he been going well on the Buckden runs.

Giles? He still has his sprint and has shown his form we a 8th place at Clayton Velo Spring Classic.

Mick Day? Hasn't missed a beat this winter and is a canny rider.

Sid? Who knows what Sid is thinking he could win it hands down if he put his mind to it

Dan Fox? the dark horse

Ever year the competition moves up a notch . and this years going to be a tough one good luck to all.

Sorry if I have missed you off the list, i just cant be bothered to write any More.

If you would like to add a post to the blog please drop me an email to mail@jough.co.uk.

In search of Eric

It all started with a text Friday "Morecambe & back Sunday , up 4 it" there's only one guy could of sent it. I ignored it then another one "Theres a nice caf @ the end of the stone jetti , fish n chips if its shut ! A pic with ERIC then home ."


So Sunday morning comes around St Anne's 9.00am on a warm overcast day well warmer than it has been.


Not a bad turn out Monkey, Chris Wade, Ben Cook, Keith, Sid and Lloyd, but who would make it?

Bradford to Morecambe is about 64miles which makes it 128miles round trip.

The first casualties were Keith & Sid who just "disappeared in Rathmal"

Then Monkey, Chris ,Lloyd and Ben stopped at Wray Cafe (20miles from Eric) the lure of coffee and cake got the better of them.

This just left Richard Harrison!...... any normal person would of just join them under protest.........................but no not Richard he pressed on making Morecambe in good time having his picture taken With Eric grabbing a bite to eat then set off back on his own.

but upon reaching Skipton he caught Monkey, Chris and Lloyd.


Well Done Richard on a true epic ride.

Dave signs for Rock Racing

Wonderful cycling world Tour de France 2003 Höllentour

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Eddy Merckx Sprinter......... :-)

Andy plews

Name- Andy Plews

Nick Name- Malc

Age- 22

Height- 5foot 9 inch

Weight- 11 1/2

Qualities- Good with Lamposts

Info-

Phill Baird

Name- Phill Baird

Nick Name- DVD

Age- 42

Height- 4 foot 9 inch

Weight- 10 stone

Qualities- Lead out Man

Info-

James Rushton

Name- James Ruston

Nick Name- Monkey

Age- 18

Height- 4 foot 9 inch

Weight- ?

Qualities- small with long arms

Info-

Adrain Walsh

Name- Adrain Walsh

Nick Name- Walshy

Age- ?

Height- 3 foot 9 inch

Weight- ?

Qualities- answers on a post card please

Info-

Mick Day

Name- Mick Day

Nick Name-

Age- 72

Height- 4 foot 9 inch

Weight- ?

Qualities- strong/cheeky bloke

Info- Dillon's Mate

come on Mick send me a picture..

Richard Harrison

Name- Richard Harrison

Nick Name-

Age- ?

Height- 5 foot 9 inch

Weight- ?

Qualities- The Lone break/ Last years overall winner

Info- Broke his ankle jumping out of a Plane the other Year.