On Wednesday 30th August, in glorious evening sunshine, 15 riders took on the challenge of the 1.4km hill course with an elevation of 110 meters. As the riders eagerly anticipated the start, going off at 1 minute intervals, the atmosphere on the infamous Clarach hair pin corner was building with claxons sounding, chanting and encouragement […]
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Final 10 mile TT of the season
As the 29 riders signed on for the last 10 mile time trial of the season in a spectacular late August sunset, this would be the final opportunity to seek a personal best or even club record until 2018. In a highly competitive men’s field, riders were competing for top spot. In the end Ieuan […]
Ystwyth CC – Track Taster Day
On Sunday 15th October, Ystwyth CC will be travelling down to Newport International Sports Village, to have a taster session on the track with guidance from the Newport coaches. This is a taster day and is suitable for everyone who wants to come along and have a go. There will be a coach taking us […]
Burgers and chippings
Bathed in glorious mid August sunshine with the prospect of coffee, cake and a barbecue provided by Paul and Kim Jones of Penparcau Butchers, 15 riders signed on to the Ystwyth CC Cwm Rheidol time trial. With newly laid chippings on a half mile section of the course, the prospect of fast times would be […]
Ieuan Andy Davies retains top podium place
In blustery conditions 18 riders signed on to tackle the Ystwyth CC 10 mile Llety Gwyn time trial course in the early August sunshine. With excitement and anticipation of two local pro riders, Stevie Williams (SEG Racing Academy) and Gruff Lewis (Madison Genesis) on the start sheet riding as a two up, the expectation and […]
Ten riders brave a windy Devil’s Bridge Hilly
On probably the most scenic and challenging TT courses in Wales, 10 riders signed on to take on the challenge of the Ystwyth CC 22 mile Devil’s Bridge course. With a strong south westerly wind, the riders would benefit from a tail/crosswind for the majority of the climbing sections but face a difficult descent from Nant Yr […]
Ystwyth MTB Social and Newbie Ride
Ever thought of riding MTB with Ystwyth but haven’t ventured out yet? On Friday, 4th August, Ystwyth MTB have the perfect opportunity for you to join us on the tracks at Nant yr Arian. With two ride length options, these will be easy-paced, relaxed rides to suit all level of riders – with talking on […]
24/7 Town Track Pump and Tools
Noticing very low tyre pressure before heading home on the bike, I thought this was a good excuse to find and try out some of the new cycle facilities in town. I headed to the end of the taxi rank in Aberystwyth, outside the railway station, to the new ‘Bike Tool Station’ , apparently the first […]
Llety Gwyn 10 19/7/17
With damp humid conditions, 24 riders signed on for the Ystwyth CC 10 mile time trial on the Llety Gwyn course. With an unfavourable south westerly wind, riders would find both outward and return sections challenging. However, this did not curtail a competitive evening. In the women’s event, the competition was hot, with 2nd cat rider […]
Ieuan Andy Davies takes top spot in the Ystwyth CC 10 mile time trial
With the sun setting majestically down the Rheidol valley, 27 riders, the highest number in 2017, took part in the latest Ystwyth CC 10 mile time trial. On the challenging course known as the Cwm Rheidol 10, riders tackle the technical corners and climbs out to the A44 roundabout and back. With a slight headwind on the outward leg, […]