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The Club Blog...
Track is Open - 09/04/2013
by iancrt @ 09th April 2013

Yes, we are back open again this evening. Remember we don't have many bikes at the moment so bring your own to avoid being disappointed.

There will also be a coaching session on the grass by one of our trainee coaches so all younger riders are welcome (and encouraged) to get involved with that.

Brown Snow Investigation - 02/04/2013
by iancrt @ 02nd April 2013
No! NOT THAT! Yesterday the Browns went down to the track to check on its condition. Unfortunately they found there is still a lot of the white stuff about - and its still the cold frozen type - and now it is very crispy and not really safe for riding on.

This does mean we must again cancel the session this evening.

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Club Session cancelled 26th March 2013
by iancrt @ 26th March 2013

Following an extensive track inspection by Billy, it has been determined that the snow on the track is definitely the cold frozen type and not the warm sunny type we had hoped for.
Because of this, we have had to cancel todays sessions due to it being the wrong kind of snow on the track.

Sorry

Race Report for the Final race of the Club's Winter series
by Jeremy Brown @ 21st March 2013
Sorry for the delay in getting this report up here and thanks to Mr Grice for writing it up.

I'd just like to add that Miss Shannon Field won a copy of the book on BMX written by Club photograhper and reporter Mr Tom Jeffries for being the 1000 rider to take part in a Bradford Club race.

Winter is over and Spring is on its way. Well, not sure about either but one thing I am sure about is the Bradford BMX Winter Series is definitely over . Thirty six riders turned up at Peel Park last Tuesday for the fifth and final round to be greeted with sub zero temperatures and the odd flutter of snow.
As usual the night started with the TROHMS (they really ought to have more sense) class. Despite the freezing conditions they set down a marker for the rest of night in regards to the intensity of the racing. Each of the three races were fierce and very close but in the end Richard Bowkett was just too good and took the points.
Second up came Formula 5 . If we thought the weather would slow them down we were mistaken.
Despite the age of some of the riders (as young as 5)the racing was very competitive . Pocket Dynamo Jacob Archer took the honour storming to victory in all three rounds. Special mention has to go out to Harvey Davidson who on his debut at the track came a very impressive fifth in the final.

In Formula 4 we once again had one clear winner In Bobby Kristovic who kept his recent good form in claiming clear wins in all three rounds.

In Formula 3 Ben Huskisson gained victory once more in all three rounds, but was pushed all the way with strong showings from Jed Philip and George Lucas.

In Formula 2 David Biancardo showed why he will be going up to formula 1 next time with three straight victories.

In formula 1 three riders took wins but Ellis Burgess gained that final victory to claim the points and the plaudits.

In the Super class a rare Martin Ogden error allowed Josh Thewlis in to take first place in the final.

So , to the final Winter Series Race Results....

Formula 5 ...Alfie Neilds

Formula 4...Jacob Archer

Formula 3...George Lucas

Formula 2..Kirk Melhuish

Formula 1..Alexander Grice

TROHMS..Richard Bowkett

Super Class..Martin Ogden


Despite the atrocious weather this winter, over 80 riders have taken part in this series and it's a credit to the above riders who have maintained a high level of consistency and a good set of thermals to achieve series victories.

The Summer series kicks off in April, let's hope the weather is a bit kinder and we can shelve the thermals for another year.
Til next time..


Bike Replacement Fund
by iancrt @ 20th March 2013

As you have probably seen, thanks to a number of people in the twitterverse we have unexpectedly begun receiving some donations from people and business local and far - with one donation coming in from Toga, which is apparently next to Ghana on the Ivory coast of Africa. Geography not being my strong point I still don't know where it is...but it sounds very exotic!

There are two main ways to donate:

send the Club a cheque payable to:- ‘Bradford Bandits BMX Racing Club’
and send it to:- The Treasurer,
Bradford Bandits BMX Racing Club,
c/o 11 Wendron Way,
Idle, Bradford
West Yorks
BD10 8TW


OR you can donate by PAYPAL by sending a gift to bikes@bradfordbmxbandits.org.uk

Whatever way you choose let us know who you are so we can tell the world of your generosity (privacy will be maintained for donations from individuals)

If you want to donate a bike or have something else you think we may have a use for then again get in touch. If you just want say hi and vent your anger at the people that put us in this situation, get in touch.


To see more on this story visit
http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/10299745.Companies_and_groups_in_Bradford_make_cash_pledges_after_thieves_stole_club_s_bikes/

CLUB THEFT!
by iancrt @ 19th March 2013

Overnight 17th-18th March 2013 the clubs storage container in the council yard was cut open and all our bikes were stolen.
http://www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/10297157.Despair_as_raiders_steal_50_bikes_from_Bradford_Bandits_club/

This means we have no bikes to loan out at club sessions for the time being. We will still run sessions as normal, but you will need to bring your own bikes unfortunately.

If you are offered a bike and you suspect it may be one of ours please get in touch with the police

WAR OF THE ROSES 2013
by iancrt @ 14th March 2013
Are you racing this sunday? You should be for your club and your region!
Whats it all about? see here http://www.bradfordbmxbandits.org.uk/RESULTS/WOTR_WEB.jpg

Get Pre-registered and pay just £10 on the day http://www.eventbrite.com/event/5028556548 (will be £12 to register at the event). Its not pre-payment, and its fine if you don't make it, so get registered just in case!

Want to see whos racing? Want to check your details? The lasted Rider list can be found here:
http://www.bradfordbmxbandits.org.uk/RESULTS/WOTR2013_PREREG.htm

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Club Race -Tuesday 12th March 2013- Final Round of the RACIN' in the RAIN VIII race series
by Jeremy Brown @ 07th March 2013
Club Race Tuesday 12th March 2013-The Final round of the RACIN' in the RAIN VIII race series
The gate up to the track will be open from 6.30pm.
Registration from 6.45pm
Racing from 7.30pm.
Medals for Formuls 5 riders and Rider of the Night trophy.
All welcome!
Equipment available to borrow free of charge for anyone wanting to race.

Remember to pre-register for this race(if possible) to ensure it only costs £3. (£4 if you register on race night)
Pre-registering can be done by emailing Jeremy or Ian.This is more important if you are wanting to use a Club bike.

We are adapting the race night to ensure any technical glitches can be dealt with quicker:
• If you are borrowing helmet /and gloves queue at the container and collect these as normal along with your race form.
• If you are registering on the night, complete a form, get it checked and pay. You will then be given the form back.
• If you are borrowing a bike and already have your helmet and gloves, queue at the trailer. Give your name and you will be given the bike size you booked, and your race number will be added to the race form.

EVERYBODY must go to the van, give your race form entry form BEFORE 7PM.

UNLESS YOU HAVE GIVEN YOUR FORM AT THE VAN YOU ARE NOT SIGNED IN!!

• IF YOU BOOK A BIKE AND DO NOT COLLECT IT BEFORE 7PM THEN IT MAY BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ANOTHER RIDER.
• IF YOU HAVE NOT PRE_BOOKED AND NEED TO BORROW A BIKE WE WILL NOT ISSUE ANY SPARE BIKES UNTIL 7PM WHEN WE WILL ASSUME ANYBODY NOT PRESENT IS A NO-SHOW.



Coaching Thursdays
by Jeremy Brown @ 27th February 2013
We realise that the ending of Thursday Coaching is a blow to some people, so I thought I would take this opportunity to explain the plans further.
From now until the end of March Thursdays will be run as open practice sessions, sometimes with the gate running. Coaches will still run the sessions so are there to offer advice and guidance but will not be planning sessions. This is because it is impossible to progress riders when different people turn up each week, and half of them just want to ride.
At the end of March Thursdays finish!
From April we are looking to then formalise coaching sessions, which may be on a Thursday, and target the riders that can get most from them. Depending on the number of Coaches available we will be running groups within the following definitions:
• Riding for FUN – riders will concentrate on basic bike skills
• Learning to Race – riders are taught BMX track specific skills to practice themselves on a Tuesday
• Learning to Train – riders are taught both BMX specific Skills and also further training activities to complete.
Within a couple of months we then want to expand these groups to include:
• Training to Compete – riders will be given training activities but are fully expected to manage their own training which will start to involve simple testing and more than just attending the track twice a week
The final group, which may not get established this year, is:
• Training to Win – This will involve more detailed training plans, annual planning and regular testing.
Those of you with any background in education or coaching will recognise these groups as fitting into the LTAD model, Long Term Athletic Development, which is the core of all coaching programs.
Within the coaching team we have a wealth of knowledge and experience ranging from leading simple cycling activities to performance coaching in both Cycling and Strength and Conditioning. By re-structuring and formalising our coaching we hope to provide a better service to our members.
More information will be released in a couple of weeks, but if you have any questions in the meantime please speak to Ian.


Yorkshire BMX 2013 Race Series -Round3-Peel Park-Sunday 3rd March
by Jeremy Brown @ 27th February 2013
The third and final round of the Yorkshire BMX 2013 race series will be hosted by the Bradford Bandits BMX Racing Club at the Peel Park BMX race track on Sunday 3rd March.

Open wheel racing (any bike).
Novice and Expert Age group racing from Under6 to 18+
Entry £6

Pre-reg available see British Cycling website (pay on the day)
Event timetable: Registration 8.30-9.30am
Pre Reg sign in 9-10am
Racing to start at 11am
Event Medals for all novices and riders under 12. End of series trophies for those competing in 2 or more rounds.

IF YOU WANT TO TAKE PART AND NEED TO BORROW A CLUB BIKE, HELMET AND GLOVES PLEASE LET US KNOW BEFORE SUNDAY.
BECAUSE OF THE RACE SCHEDULE WE WILL ONLY BE ABLE TO BRING BIKES UP TO THE TRACK WHICH HAVE BEEN PRE-BOOKED. AS USUAL THERE WILL BE NO CHARGE FOR BORROWING CLUB EQUIPMENT.


Race Report for Club race on Tuesday 12th February
by Jeremy Brown @ 22nd February 2013
People say that kids are getting soft these day. I guess none of them have been going up to Peel Park on a Tuesday night .This Tuesday, after what felt like forever, the Bradford Bandits finally got their Racing in the Rain race series up and running. Sub zero temperatures greeted the 29 riders but the snow had gone and it was time to race.
As usual first off were the TROHMS ('They Really Ought To Know Better) with ages ranging from in their twenties to in their sixties, racing is important but getting out there and having fun is the priority. Saying that, after three rounds the clear winner on the night was Simon Perry with Richard Bowkett in second and Billy Fieldhouse coming in a very strong third.
Second up came formula 5 where Jacob Archer took the lead from the start only for him to lose his pedal on the first straight and let a strong Devin Rhodes to take over and take control of the race. Jacob tried to get back on terms but devin was too strong and took the win, with Alfie Neild coming a respectable third.
In formula 3 the top three riders all took a win a piece but it was Kirk Melhuish who grabbed the all important final round race with Alfie Ainge and Ben Huskisson taking the other podium spots.
The formula 2 group of young riders was probably the most competative set of races but after three rounds the clear winner was a very strong looking Ellis Burgess followed very closely by Francis Rhodes And Zac Dalby.
Formula one had one clear winner in Alexander Grice who took three wins out of three with Sophie Thewlis pushing him very hard especially in round two.
Finally, in super class where the best the club has to offer come head to head, Martin Ogden once agin held off Michael Cummins who kept him honest in all three rounds closely followed by Josh Thewlis.
Considering the enforced break due to the weather and the freezing condtions the racing had been very strong and will only get better as the weather improves and more riders get more track time. Till the next round..
Written By Dino Grice

DONCASTER POSTPONED
by iancrt @ 25th January 2013

Because of the weather, this Sundays race at Doncaster has been postponed until 17th February

Race Cancelled
by iancrt @ 22nd January 2013

in case you haven't realised, the race tonight is off! We will not try to re-run this round now, instead just keep out fingers crossed for the next round. At the moment Sundays race at Doncaster is still on but the situation is being closely monitored by DBMX

DONCASTER 27th January 2013
by iancrt @ 15th January 2013
If you are wanting to enter this event please let me know so I can pre-register you. We will lend members bikes for this event so if you have only ever raced at club races this is your chance to experience a larger event at a different track.

Email me on ian.thewlis@bradfordbmxbandits.org.uk or ring 07716497300



TRACK CLOSED DUE TO COLD WEATHER
by iancrt @ 14th January 2013
The track will be closed this week - both Tuesday and Thursday.

The scheduled race is postponed until 22nd January - subject to conditions next week.

We apologise for this, but we think it is best to decide these things as early as possible to avoid people wasted journeys



Club Race Tuesday 15th January 2013-The Third round of the RACIN' in the RAIN VIII race series
by Jeremy Brown @ 11th January 2013
Club Race Tuesday 15th January 2013-The Third round of the RACIN' in the RAIN VIII race series
The gate up to the track will be open from 6.30pm.
Registration from 6.45pm
Racing from 7.30pm.
Medals for Formuls 5 riders and Rider of the Night trophy.
All welcome!
Equipment available to borrow free of charge for anyone wanting to race.

Remember to pre-register for this race(if possible) to ensure it only costs £3. (£4 if you register on race night)
Pre-registering can be done by emailing Jeremy or Ian.This is more important if you are wanting to use a Club bike.

We are adapting the race night to ensure any technical glitches can be dealt with quicker:
• If you are borrowing helmet /and gloves queue at the container and collect these as normal along with your race form.
• If you are registering on the night, complete a form, get it checked and pay. You will then be given the form back.
• If you are borrowing a bike and already have your helmet and gloves, queue at the trailer. Give your name and you will be given the bike size you booked, and your race number will be added to the race form.

EVERYBODY must go to the van, give your race form entry form BEFORE 7PM.

UNLESS YOU HAVE GIVEN YOUR FORM AT THE VAN YOU ARE NOT SIGNED IN!!

• IF YOU BOOK A BIKE AND DO NOT COLLECT IT BEFORE 7PM THEN IT MAY BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ANOTHER RIDER.
• IF YOU HAVE NOT PRE_BOOKED AND NEED TO BORROW A BIKE WE WILL NOT ISSUE ANY SPARE BIKES UNTIL 7PM WHEN WE WILL ASSUME ANYBODY NOT PRESENT IS A NO-SHOW.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF THE WEATHER CAUSES THE RACE TO BE CANCELLED IT WILL BE ON THE FOLLOWING TUESDAY 22nd January

Training Cancelled 13/12/2012
by iancrt @ 13th December 2012
There is no coaching tonight, 13th December. Temperature is sub-zero all day so the berms will be treacherous. Sorry

Training Cancelled tonight 06/12/2012!
by iancrt @ 06th December 2012
Forecast is heavy rain at near freezing temperatures. Brrrrrrr! No thanks!

Club Race Tuesday 11th December 2012-THE FINAL CLUB RACE OF 2012
by Jeremy Brown @ 05th December 2012
Club Race Tuesday 11th December 2012-The Second round of the RACIN' in the RAIN VIII race series
The gate up to the track will be open from 6.30pm.
Registration from 6.45pm
Racing from 7.30pm.
Medals for Formuls 5 riders and Rider of the Night trophy.
All welcome!
Equipment available to borrow free of charge for anyone wanting to race.

Remember to pre-register for this race(if possible) to ensure it only costs £3. (£4 if you register on race night)
Pre-registering can be done by emailing Jeremy or Ian.This is more important if you are wanting to use a Club bike.

We are adapting the race night to ensure any technical glitches can be dealt with quicker:
• If you are borrowing helmet /and gloves queue at the container and collect these as normal along with your race form.
• If you are registering on the night, complete a form, get it checked and pay. You will then be given the form back.
• If you are borrowing a bike and already have your helmet and gloves, queue at the trailer. Give your name and you will be given the bike size you booked, and your race number will be added to the race form.

EVERYBODY must go to the van, give your race form entry form BEFORE 7PM.

UNLESS YOU HAVE GIVEN YOUR FORM AT THE VAN YOU ARE NOT SIGNED IN!!

• IF YOU BOOK A BIKE AND DO NOT COLLECT IT BEFORE 7PM THEN IT MAY BE MADE AVAILABLE TO ANOTHER RIDER.
• IF YOU HAVE NOT PRE_BOOKED AND NEED TO BORROW A BIKE WE WILL NOT ISSUE ANY SPARE BIKES UNTIL 7PM WHEN WE WILL ASSUME ANYBODY NOT PRESENT IS A NO-SHOW.

PLEASE NOTE THAT IF THE WEATHER CAUSES THE RACE TO BE CANCELLED IT WILL BE ON THE FOLLOWING TUESDAY 18th DECEMBER


LAST CALL FOR THE CLUB AGM TONIGHT!!!!
by Jeremy Brown @ 28th November 2012
This year’s Annual General Meeting will be held at Eccleshill Swimming Pool, Harrogate Road, Bradford, BD10 0QE starting at 7pm on Wednesday 28th November.
Fully paid up members welcome.
Come and join in the democratic process of running your Club!