UK Cycle Show moves to Earls Court New date 11-14th October 2007

Bike Biz have announced the change of location and date for the 2007 Cycle Show. "

Cycle Show moves to Earls Court13:30, Jan 29th by Carlton Reid

The UK bike industry supports the show move. And as well as moving from ExCel there's a date change, too. The Cycle Show will now be staged 11-14th October 2007 .

More information on the Bike Biz website

An Email from CTC Kevin Mayne

A note of thanks from CTC

Dear fellow CTC member

There are some days when being a CTC member adds an extra spring into every pedal stroke. Friday was one of those days. Bringing cyclists together as a passionate, supportive community is at the very heart of what we do, and the acquittal of Daniel Cadden on charges of 'inconsiderate cycling' reflects the best of CTC.

When Daniel Cadden approached CTC because he was facing prosecution for inconsiderate cycling, it was immediately clear that here was a young man who needed support and advice. Without hesitation we arranged for our expert legal team to look at the case, and on their advice referred it to the Cyclists' Defence Fund, the charity founded by CTC for just such circumstances.

Neither we nor Daniel ever expected the perverse judgement from the first case, which saw him convicted for simply choosing to riding his bicycle on the road rather than a nearby cycle path.

Daniel was particularly brave and determined to see the right thing done for cyclists despite the very stressful circumstances, and I know how much he has valued the personal support from the group of CTC friends that have formed to support this case. The fact that many of them had never met except online, but felt they should travel to Telford from all over the country on Friday says a great deal about how this case has been adopted by our family of cyclists.

As Daniel said outside court: "The recognition in this case must go to the real heroes, all those people who have supported it either financially by giving to the Cyclists' Defence Fund, by joining CTC or by sending messages of support to myself and my family. Without the support of these people this fight would not have been possible. The overwhelming sum donated to the Cyclists' Defence Fund has been testament to the solidarity shown by the cycling community on this issue."

So I'd like to say thank you on behalf of CTC: To Daniel for his determination;to the Trustees of the Cyclists' Defence Fund who are building up the fund to a level where it can take on the most challenging of cases, there is a long way to go but the sum donated during this case (in excess of £25,000) is a real step forward; to CTC's Accident Line legal team for their support for our members, often at a time when they face the most challenging of circumstances, and finally to you for your ongoing support for CTC. It is our shared passion for cycling and cyclists that makes CTC what it is. It can't happen without you.

Thank you, and enjoy your cycling.

Kevin Mayne
Director

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January Sunday Origami Ride

12 Cyclists enjoyed the good weather today cycling though the Warwickshire lanes. Meeting at Berkswell Station, there was a draw between the 3 Moulton owners and the 3 Dahon riders. The other bikes were 2 Airnimals, 1 Brompton, 1 Birdy red and 2 large wheelers.

Riders outside the Temple Balsall Church,

From here we headed to Packwood House where we saw many walkers basking in the sun.
Next stop the Lapwoth canal junction where we were able to listen to the history of the canal through "wind up speakers".

A short ride along the Stratford canal found us in the Tom o The Wood Pub for lunch.

On the way back to Berkswell we passed the moated house at Baddersly Clinton which has been noted for a visit on a future ride.


3 new members, who joined us today, have offered to arrange the next Sunday Origami ride, which will be on the 18th March 2007. We will post the details on the website as soon as it has been finalised.

Next Origami ride will start from Hagley on the Saturday10th Feb 2007.

Invite to Triennial Daffodil Rides

Ross-on-Wye & District Cycle Club, (assisted by Ledbury CTC and Royal Forest of Dean Cycling Club), are inviting all comers to join them for their Triennial Daffodil Rides. on 24th & 25th March 2007.

Camping is available at the HQ at Walford Village Hall, where caravans, motor homes and tents can be accommodated. Meals provided except for breakfast.

Other accommodation is available at the youth hostel in Welsh Bicknor which will be open. Info re B&Bs can be supplied.

John Bedford is selling cycle goodies, and there are lots of places of interest in the area.

For booking forms and further info contact
Audrey Hall (Secretary RoW C C)
The Old Manse
Sussex Avenue
Ross-on-Wye
Herefordshire
HR9 5AJ
Tel 01989 567736

Origami First Sunday Ride 28th Jan 2006 Click Title for more info

Sunday Origami Ride Balsall Common 28th Jan 2007
We have been approached by some folding bike enthusiasts who, due work commitments, have been unable to join us on our Saturday Origami rides. In order to give them the opportunity to ride with us we are running a ride on Sunday the 28th Jan 2007. The event is designed to complement the Saturday programme and all riders on any bike are welcome to join us.
We will be starting from Berkswell Railway Station (which, confusingly, is actually in Balsall Common, South of Birmingham) at 11.00 on Sunday 28th Jan 2007 with a ride length of 20 miles approx, passing through Packwood House Gardens. More details to follow once we have finalised the event details.
Remember all riders with an interest in folding, separable and small wheel bikes are welcome to join us.

Origami Ride Rugby Saturday 13th Jan 07 Click on Title for more info

Saturday January 13th - Rugby
Location: Rugby Station, Warwickshire United Kingdom
Grid ref: SP511760 Postcode district: CV21 3LA
Multimap Link
Departure Point: 11.00am Cycle racks on Platform 1 of Rugby Railway Station.
Breakfast Café - Platform 1

We plan to follow Sustrans Route 41 from Rugby to Draycote. A short section of the route is prone to mud in wet weather but we have identified an alternative route. The ride length can be varied to suit the weather and riders by adding extra laps of the scenic reservoir. The minimum length will 15 miles.
Lunch will be at the new visitors centre at Draycote Water. The restaurant offers a good choice of food from sandwiches and soup to hot meals http://www.stwater.co.uk/server.php?show=nav.5772
On our return to Rugby all are welcome at Weatherspoons for refreshments hot drinks and ales. The Rupert Brooke, 8-10 Castle Street, Rugby, Warwickshire.

Trains -Mike has kindly researched trains on the day: "Just been checking trains to Rugby for the Origami Ride. It seems that some (not all) trains out of New Street are being replaced with buses that day, so as well to check if anyone is planning to travel by rail."
Parking -There is a British Rail Car Park in front of the station in Railway Terrace. £6.00 for 24 hours. The local roads near the station all appear to be short stay and / or permit holders only. There is a retail park north of the station, please check the regulations prior to parking. Rugby Council controlled parking can be found here http://www.rugby.gov.uk/site/scripts/documents_info.php?categoryID=1337&documentID=174 Please note there is also a car park at Draycote Water with fixed daily charge of £1.50 should you want to join us for lunch and ride around the reservoir.