Category: Events

Annual General Meeting
The NECCL Annual General Meeting will be held on Sunday 29^th, following the final race at Hetton. NECCL was constituted with the support of regional cyclocross riders and depends on the support of cross riders for its continued existence. While we operate under the rules and regulations of The League International and use TLI’s insurance cover for our races, remember that we remain independent, run under a mandate from the cyclists who compete in our races. Our races may not attract as strong a field as other CX race series, but they still provide challenging and enjoyable racing with top value entry fees. Unfortunately, our core of race organisers has now dwindled and there was a minimal attendance at least year’s AGM. We hope to run a series of 10 or 11 races next Winter and also hope to arrange electronic timing for the events; however, we would find this difficult with the current level of support for the organisation of NECCL events. If this continues, NECCL may fold. If you compete in our races and want them to continue, please come along to the AGM and give your support. We’d love to hear any ideas how NECCL should operate in the future, whether that’s to change or continue with more of the same.

If any riders are interested in organising a race for the league, we’d be delighted to have your help and our grizzled old organisers will be happy to give you help and advice. You may have a venue in mind that you think would be good for cyclocross. Please get in touch if you are interested or see a committee member at the last race.

Remember that every Senior riders who completes the requisite number of races to qualify as a league-finisher will receive a cash prize at the end of the season and this will probably be sufficient to cover a season’s race entry fees. Arrangements for the presentaion of prizes will be announced in the days following the AGM so league finishers should keep an eye on the website then.

The Grand Final RD 8 @ Hetton Lyons Country Park, Sun 29th Jan 2012 followed by the AGM. Dave Mc will be planning a challenging course as ever around the Park mixed terrain. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR TLI 2011 MEMBERSHIP IS STILL VALID FOR THE GRAND FINAL. Also riders must complete a min of one round from Rd 7 & 8 and also complete the min 5 from 8 to qualify for final league position. You can do both Rd 7 & 8 even if you have more than 5 rounds, your lowest points will be deducted. Full event info in the EVENTS INFO section inc directions etc.

Yes Hardwick Park has been used for the first time ever for a CX event and just what a fantastic days racing. First off was the U12’s in glourious sunshine and perfect course conditions to test their strength on a shorter course with a couple of climbs and gentle descent. Then the U14/16’s tackled the full adult course around the West Park area with a set of hurdles to contend and some technical 180 degree turns. Onto the main race the sun died away sharply with over cast cloud but the course still held up very well indeed for the time of year. All the kids were prestented with a goodie bag full of goodies and the all the adults got a goodie when they signed on and 20% off in the cafe. No one went away with nothing thanks to Durham County Council for sponsoring the event and for the use of the land and facilities. Also a big thanks must go to Ian Dunn – Ferryhill Wheelers CC and all his helpers on the day – photos of the days action here http://picasaweb.google.com/neccl247 Results are also in the results section & league tables updated.

RD 7 @ Hardwick Park, Sedgefield Sun 8th Jan 2012. A new and exciting venue for CX and has full facilities inc Cafe (entrants will also recieve a 20% off voucher), free carpark, toilets, indoor signing on, kids outdoor activity play area etc-  fantastic day out for all the family, full details are in the EVENTS Section, all riders of all ages and abilities welcome, entry on the day but allow plenty time before your race start time. The event is also sponsored by Durham County Council and there will be loads of prizes for everyone and goodie bags for the kids. Here is a map of the proposed courses http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=5203919

NECCL are looking for new Race Organisers to roll out a revamped Winter 2012/13 Winter Series.

Rd 6 took us back to Dalton Park on a different course to last season.  The weather held out on the day with very little wind (compaired to normal @ Dalton Park) but alittle chilly. Many thanks to Deryk Nolan and all the helpers on the day for organising the event. Next up in the NECCL WINTER SERIES 2011-12 RD 7 @ Hardwick Park, Sedgefield Sun 8th Jan 2012. A new and exciting venue for CX and has full facilities inc Caf etc, fantastic day out for all the family, full details are in the EVENTS Section. The event is also sponsored by Durham County Council and there will be loads of prizes for everyone. Here is a map of the proposed courses http://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=5203919

NECCL are looking for new Race Organiser to roll out a revamped Winter 2012/13 Winter Series.

NECCL WINTER SERIES 11-12 Rd 6 @ Dalton Park on Sun 11th Dec. We return to this fantastic venue again this year thanks to Deryk Nolan Gosforth RC. Last year was a tester as this venue has never been used for CX before but the 2ft of melted snow made it tough going in some places but no such problems this year (fingers crossed). Gallery of last year https://picasaweb.google.com/scotbrown1/NECCLRD6DALTONPARK# full details are in the events info section. Full facilities avaiable at venue inc free carparking, toilets and loads of cafes / shops etc for all, check them out here http://www.dalton-park.co.uk/

The Champs are open to all ages and abilities with entry on the day as well. The ground conditions are looking good and the Newcastle Cheviot CC lads have a great testing course planned. There are three races on the day starting from 10.00am. Full details are in the TLI CHAMPS Section. Nat Champs jerseys for age cat winners and there are medals as well. It will be a fantastic day out for all.

Rd 5 @ Meadowfield. Fantastic turnout of nearly 100 riders to take on the challenge of the spiral! Race report, Results & Photos are all done and in the relevant sections. Many thanks to Ringland Scaffolding, Thompsons Builders Merchants, Westbrook Cycles & City Fabrications. Next up is the TLI NAT CX CHAMPS @ Gateshead Stadium on Sun 27th Nov. Full details are in the TLI CHAMP Section. Entries will be taken on the day. Next up in the NECCL WINTER SERIES 11-12 is Rd 6 @ Dalton Park on Sun 11th Dec.

NECCL WINTER SERIES Rd 5 @ Meadowfield Sun 20th Nov – Flyer is in the Events Section with Prize List – its a whopper £620+ 🙂 Everyone who enters will get a prize in all three races and big cash prizes for cat winners. Many thanks to Ringland Scaffolding, Thompsons Builders Merchants, Westbrook Cycles & City Fabrications. Might try one of these out as well http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VNRcfmbfzLg&feature=related course maps are also in the EVENTS INFO Section now . UPDATE 1  – FREE Cake, Pre Xmas Sweets and Refreshments for everyone after main race. Update 2 – Course conditions are excellent and solid under tyre, no mud and will be very fast going. Come along and support your NE Grass roots CX.  TLI NAT CX CHAMPS – Willy will be taking entries on Sunday so take along some spare cash or your cheque book.

Many thanks to Derek G & Co from Cleveland Wheelers CC for organising a cracking days racing on a very sunny & pleasant Eston Hills. The Course had a few tweaks from the previous year and was a real test a riders fitness. Video clip here – http://vimeo.com/31951732 photos etc are all in the relevant sections.