The weather's picking up at last! Snainton's TT was blessed with sunshine and (relative) warmth. It was still windy, however, with a stiff south-westerly breeze that meant for a hard slog out to Allerston. It was probably a slightly harder night overall than last Thursday – but much more pleasant to cycle in.
Suzzanne Thompson was the runaway winner in the handicap competition, with Dave Schubert close to his PB in second. Jasmine Townend was third, having gone a bit quicker last week. (It's worth noting that strong winds disproportionately affect smaller riders who aren't putting out as many Watts.) Paul Lane, emerging from winter hibernation, was fourth, with a power average (Strava says) that eclipsed mine. Jim Johnson was fifth, perhaps being punished for not having tri-bars to hide behind in the headwind.
On actual time, Paragon's Steve Dodds was a clear winner, with Vive Le Velo's Mel Blackford second and the in-form Rich Cullen of YCC third.
Thanks to Mark Williams, Paul Marr, and Chris Harper for running the event, and to Chris for picking up the signs and saving me from another five miles of riding.
The next TT is due to be a 5-mile handicap at Snainton next Thursday. However, this will almost certainly be cancelled due to the fact that Penniston Lane is now being covered with loose chippings. (Like we don't have enough loose chippings scattered everywhere already!) I'll update nearer the time but it's likely that the event won't take place next week and will instead be slotted in later in the year. Anyone who wants to scratch their TT itch next week: Paragon have a 10-mile TT on the Brompton course on the Tuesday.
RESULTS ON HANDICAP
1. Suzzanne Thompson (HC 17:02) 22:07 = 5pts
2. Dave Schubert (HC 01:08) 25:06 = 4pts
3. Jasmine Townend (HC 12:17) 25:21 = 3pts
4. Paul Lane (HC 00:08) 25:31 = 2pts
5. Jim Johnson (HC 04:12) 26:01 = 1pt
HANDICAP POINTS SO FAR
8 Jasmine Townend
5 Suzzanne Thompson
5 Dave Schubert
4 Katy Cawthorn
3 Simon Walker
3 Jim Johnson
2 Paul Lane
RESULTS ON ACTUAL TIME
1. Steve Dodds (SPCC) 22:21 (26.85mph)
2. Mel Blackford (VLV) 23:17 (25.77mph)
3. Rich Cullen (YCC) 23:31 (25.51mph)
4. Matt Purnell (SPCC) 24:09 (24.84mph)
5. Dan Joyce (RCC) 24:36 (24.39mph)
6. Paul Lane (RCC) 25:39 (23.39mph)
7. Barrie Cappleman (SPCC) 25:47 (23.27mph)
8. Dave Schubert (RCC) 26:14 (22.87mph)
9. Mike Potter (SPCC) 26:30 (22.64mph)
10. Jim Morrison (SPCC) 29:40 (20.22mph)
11. Jim Johnson (RCC) 30:13 (19.86mph)
12. Jasmine Townend (RCC, WJ) 37:38 (15.94mph)
13. Suzzanne Thompson (RCC, W) 39:09 (15.33mph) PB
Here's a complete list of events, with who has helped out so far, and the volunteer gaps remaining.
THURS 18 APRIL 18:45 SNAINTON 5
Timekeeper: Dan Joyce. Helpers: Mark Williams and Dave Leaming
THURS 25 APRIL 19:00 SNAINTON 10
CANCELLED
THURS 02 MAY 19:15 BURTON FLEMING 10
Timekeeper: Dan Joyce. Helpers (2+): Paul Griffiths, Dan Joyce, Dave Myers
THURS 09 MAY 19:15 HACKNESS HILLY 10
Timekeeper: Simon Walker. Helpers (1+): Jay & Jas Townend, Jim Johnson
THURS 16 MAY - INTERCLUB 10, MOVED TO SNAINTON
Interclub event, RCC host.
Timekeeper: Paul Marr. Helpers (2+): Matt Hough, Trish Dunn
THURS 23 MAY 19:15 SNAINTON 10
Timekeeper: Mark Williams. Helpers (2+): Paul Marr, Chris Harper
THURS 30 MAY 19:15 SNAINTON 5 - TBC
Come & Try It event. Open to anyone aged 12+.
Timekeeper: Dan Joyce. Helpers (2+): Paul Lane
THURS 06 JUNE 19:15 BURTON FLEMING 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
THURS 13 JUNE 19:15 SNAINTON 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
SUN 16 JUNE 08:00 IRTON 25
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
Weds 12 June 19:30 Castle Howard 10
Interclub event. Malton Wheelers host.
THURS 20 June 19:15 SNAINTON 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
Tue 25 June 19:15 Snainton 10
Interclub event. Yorkshire Coast Clarion host.
THURS 27 JUNE 19:15 HACKNESS HILLY 10 & BBQ
Timekeeper: ?????. Helpers (1+):
THURS 04 JULY 19:30 MALTON 10
Timekeeper: ?????. Helpers (1+):
Tue 9 July 19:15 Snainton 10
Interclub event. Scarborough Paragon host.
THURS 11 JULY 19:15 IRTON 25
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
THURS 18 JULY 19:15 BURTON FLEMING 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
THURS 25 JULY 19:15 SNAINTON 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
THURS 01 AUGUST 19:30 MALTON 10
Timekeeper: ?????. Helpers: (1+): ????
THURS 08 AUGUST 19:00 SNAINTON 10
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
SUN 11 AUGUST 08:00 IRTON 25
Timekeeper: ????. Helpers (2+): ????
