Mixed tandem tricycle pair Ralph Dadswell (Antelope RT) and Tracy Jaquest (High Wycombe CC) made the long journey to Norfolk for the East District CA evening 15 on the fast Attleborough bypass course. Conditions were not ideal with a hard slog to the turn into a head/crosswind, but the pair flew back to finish in 35:33. Speculation was rife that, subject to confirmation, this would be a new mixed tandem trike Competition Record, it has subsequently been revealed that Colin Knapp and Ruth Crossley recorded 34:38 in the Yorkshire Cycling Federation event on 21st June.

Congratulations to Colin and Ruth, and commiserations to Ralph and Tracy.

Opportunities still exist with the East Dorset CA (confusing) and Pembrokeshire Velo on 31st August, or the East Bradford CC on 13th September.

It was far from an ideal afternoon with heavy showers around the course and a cool North West wind. Riding his first open 25 on trike, John Colman from the Yorkshire R.C. produced a very creditable 1.02.12. with Steve Brown, Scunthorpe R.C. taking first handicap with 1.16.37 (actual) 1.00.37 (handicap).

Held in conjunction with the East District Cycling Association event on a perfect day.
The weather was warm with the odd drizzle cooling the fevered brows, and hardly a breath of wind.
Of the four entries, Martin Badham managed to finish without keeping the timekeeper waiting too long, pleased with his 6:11:15.
Adrian Perkin, now on his own machine, showed that he could still ride a hundred like he used to forty years ago - finishing with a stunning 4:43:38 and best Vet on standard.
Another stunning ride from Ralph Dadswell earned him 1st trike and the Fliss Beard Trophy - his time 4:16:10.

The day was fine, the Belgians were here and much gossip on the campsite about who would take the Champion du Monde title. Predictably Hilde Verbeken smiled away to another victory. For the event she wore her arc-en-ciel jersey and justified its place on her elegant form.
The men's event was not quite so clear cut. It was between Carl Saint and Dave Keene - some reports having it a couple of seconds one way and another the same but in the other's favour. Alan Rogerson kept the suspense and the gossip going until the last moment. Dave's time went up at 35:55, then Carl 35:5.......2. Three seconds and the 'young' pretender showed he was not just a drag strip merchant. The two, who had both turned another year older during the week, celebrated in a sporting fashion by buying each other a birthday beer!
Quentin Aubage holding on to his fitness from Beijing won first handicap by a large margin. Kristof de Plecker World Trike Criterium Champion took third behind Carl and Dave. Ironically after borrowing a trike to win his title last year again he was on a borrowed machine after writing his own new one off earlier in the year. Even more ironically Geoff Booker who was involved in donating the last machine lent Kristof his own and came off six seconds the worse for that coveted third place.

From Adrian Hills

A gallery of photos from the Championships has been added at St Marsault 2009

The article has been deleted, as the machine involved had only two wheels.
Apologies for any excitement caused.

André Van Bosbeke has sent the attached invitation to the races to be held in Belgium during August.
August Races Invitation.doc

It is reported with sadness that Gerald Jameson-Green, the Tricycle Association’s only surviving Subscribed Life Member has died at his home near Wakefield aged 95.

We successfully held the SE '50' today on Q50/11 (Brenzett) although there were only 2 finishers from a field of 4. This is the provisional result:

1 Andrew Nye Ashford Whs 2-36-15 1st Hcp (12) 2-34-15
2 Richard Bailey Redhill CC 2-50-06 (puncture)
DNF Ian Finch CC Bexley (puncture)
DNS apols Roy Canning CC Bexley

There was rain during part of the event and it was also quite windy.

This event was the Stan Spelling Memorial Shield event, and the shield therefore goes to Andrew Nye, as winner.

Those present at Astley during Spring Bank Holiday weekend will have had a chance to view, and possibly purchase John Taylor's latest publication.

Having been involved with the 24 hour time trialling and record breaking scene for over 50 years, either as a rider, observer or helper, John felt a burning passion to preserve this unique history in his second book, which is now ready for sale, entitled 'The 24 Hour Story', a complete history of the 24 hour cycle race 1882-2008, including many long distance road record descriptions.

The 24hr Fellowship allowed John to plunder nearly 50 years worth of journals for many exciting reports and race data. So with approximately 500 pages, 200 photos, 60 championship result sheets since 1948, plus many riders own stories and comments, not forgetting cartoons from Johnny Helms, the book goes some way to redressing the lack of publicity our long distance sport has had of recent years.

The price of 'The 24 Hour Story' is £29.95 plus £7.00 p&p.

The 'End to End Story' is still available, price £19.95 plus £3.95 p&p.

If you should wish to purchase both books, then a special introductory price of £47.95 including p&p is offered.

Cheques should be made out to John Taylor and sent to address below, or may be ordered on-line at www.btownbikes.com or by phone to Bridgetown Cycles on 01922 411180.

John Taylor,
7 Hillcrest Rise,
Burntwood,
Staffs.,
WS7 4SH

Tel 01543 671456

I would like to thank everyone in the TA who sent their sympathy after my father's death or attended his funeral. Dad would have been pleased that so many people attended especially all those that turned up on their bikes and trikes - a fitting final celebration of his passion for riding. His love of the sport was obvious - you couldn't get a word in once he started on the subject - but he never managed to persuade me of the finer things about 3 (or even 2) wheeled activity. I was dragged along to events and dinner dances, not quite screaming but under sufferance, as a small child but as I got older I saw the genuine passion that everyone who has anything to do with the sport displayed. He even got me to feed him in the one and only 12 hour he rode. A man not prone to displaying emotions, I got a full blast when my foot got in the way of his nearside back wheel and caused him to wobble. I soon learned how to hold the feed bottle out a bit further!

My collection of photos of dad on his trike is very limited to a few taken in the Isle of Man in 1972 so if anyone else out there has any that they would copy to me I would be forever in their debt.

Once again, thank you to everyone for all the kind words you all had to say about him.

Photo of Ted holding Bev back in 1955. Please send any photos to the webmaster, and I will pass them on to Bev.

The sun shone on Astley for most of the weekend. Edwin and Shiela Hargraves led a clubrun of two tandem trikes, seven trikes and two local bikes from Wem through tortous lanes around Wixhall to a charming café by the side of the Shropshire Union Canal. The owners being David Garside, son of George Garside who many may remember from earlier days, and his wife. They supplied us with tea, coffee and cakes on the pergolated patio. before we trundled back, some to another café, officials to the NEC meeting.

Sunday saw the Bruce Kingsford 50 contested with Dave Keene triumphing in 2:01:18, Malcolm Waters was fastest on handicap. The afternoon run went to a garden centre before we dined in the evening on Celia's gastronomic delights.
Photos from the event - courtesy Martin Purser

Of the three tricycle entrants for Monday's Anfield 100, two started on a perfect morning. A bright start with hardly a breath of wind, moving to cloudy when it might have proved rather hot. Peter Holland finished with 6:13:10 and Martin Badham, starting from the middle of the field found, when an hour off the back, a contest between finishing and getting to the tea and cakes before they ran out. Needless to say the tea and cakes won. The day was a showcase for a battle between Andy Wilkinson and last year's winner Andy Bason with Wilko coming out the fastest by a few seconds.

2009 Results

Geoff Booker has 3 entries for the T.V 50 on Sunday June 7th

To make it a T.A. event he needs 4 riders.

If you can make it please email Geoff or phone 01844339451 today (26th May) or asap.

The official closing date is today! Geoff will hold it untill Wednesday evening.

THIS IS A T.A TRICYCLE LEAGUE EVENT

Barry Adams, CC Bexley, took about 240 photos on the day of Bill's Memorial '25', and he has produced a set of CDs each containing a full set of these. Barry does not wish to receive payment for the CDs, but we have suggested offering these in exchange for a £5 donation to the fund for Bill's Memorial Seat, which is to be located in Trosley Country Park, near Wrotham, Kent, and which it is hoped will be unveiled in the near future.

Please let Mark Vowells know if you are interested in receiving a CD and making a donation. For CDs needing to be sent by post, he suggests an extra £1 for postage and packaging. Mark will arrange from there.

Not every one who rode or attended the event has the email or internet, so Mark would be grateful if this message can be passed on to any one else who you think might be interested. Barry has kindly agreed to produce additional copies if the ones Mark has at present run out.

Spring Bank Holiday brings the tricyclists out camping again, this time in Shropshire to ride and support the National Championship 50 (Bruce Kingsford) and the Anfield 100 the following day.
The Social side is not forgotten with club runs and plenty of opportunity to meet old friends and talk.

For full details see Activities.

Provisional result of the TA SE '10' held Sat 16th on Q10/22 (Harrietsham, Kent).

Fastest: Ian Finch - CC Bexley 27-06
Fastest on Handcap: Trevor Oliver - San Fairy Ann CC Net 38-33

Very respectable times done considering the conditions - wet and windy!

Full Result: 2009 Results

Photos available on www.flickr.com/photos/kent-guy/sets/72157618243150598/

North and West Home Counties Road Records Association.

The record books of the North and West Home Counties Road Records Association saw a new name added this week end when Carl Saint (Yorkshire R.C.) successfully completed attempts on the solo tricycle 10 and 25 miles Association records. Using CTT approved courses near Newark, Nottinghamshire, Carl, competition record holder at these distances, was close to his best. On the damp and blustery Saturday evening he recorded 22.09 to establish a time for the N&WHCRRA ‘10’. Then on Sunday morning Carl took advantage of the calm and cool, but bright conditions to record 55.52 for 25 miles. Previous Record Holder, Tom Morley, (1.04.09 - 1971) was quick to send his best wishes on Carl’s success. These times are subject to ratification.

On Sunday 10th May, Jim Pitt felt that he had enough ammunition to ask the club committee to permit the TA South West 50 to be run alongside in 2010. Six tricyclists entered,started and finished. The course was an interesting dual-carriageway based on a 20 mile circuit. The weather was warm with a gentle rising north-eastish wind. The night before Ferg and I camped alongside Jim behind "The Cedars" pub in Binstead. A pleasant hostelry serving good food and well kept beer. The afternoon before Mr Muir and I explored the Basingstoke Canal and King John's Castle at Odiham.
Photos available on http://www.davidcarlsson.co.uk/
See the 2009 Results page for trike times.
Pictures in SW Gallery

It is with great sadness that I have to report the death of Ted Shuttleworth on Saturday 9th May at Wythenshawe hospital.
Ted has suffered from ill heath over the last few years.
Our sympathy goes to his partner Marjorie, who is also a patient at Wythenshawe at the present time, daughter Beverley, brothers Jim and Alan, brother in law Tom Graystock and all their families.

Ted's funeral will be on Thursday 21st May at 2.30 pm at Altrincham Crematorium, White House Lane , Dunham Massey , Altrincham , Cheshire , WA14 5RH and afterwards at the "Axe & Cleaver", School Lane, Dunham Massey, Altrincham, Cheshire, WA14 5RN. Altrincham Crematorium Map

Early rain chilled a stiff S.W. crosswind on the V718, where the Tricycle Association (North East Region) promoted a tandem and a solo tricycle ‘10’ on the Holiday Monday morning.

Competition and Course record holder Carl Saint was in a class of his own to win the solo tricycle race with 21.55. Yorkshire R.C. club-mate John Colman, in his first competitive outing on three wheels was second with a 25 + mph ride. The ‘Mike Dixie’ Handicap Trophy went to Charlie Cromack of the Preston Gunners with a very creditable improvement of over a minute on the day.

Manchester Whs, pairing of Martin Harney and Jerry Cross broke the 30 mph barrier with 19.55. Local citruscycling.com pairings of Russell and Terry Beedham, and Steve Paley and Paul Holder’ filled second and third spots with 20 mins rides. Rebecca Rimmington and Scott Walker were the fastest mixed tandem bicycle pairing with 20.46; and Dave and Eileen Keene took the Tandem Tricycle Award with a Vets’ age record Plus of 8.17 recording 21.52

See the 2009 Results page for full details.

Dave Keene was the clear winner of the Eastern Region May Weekend '25' near Sleaford on Saturday. His frustrating 1:00:00 was 12:40 ahead of Adrian Perkin, Godric CC and 13:55 ahead of Andrew Nye in third place. Paul Willsher took the handicap award with an 8:07 improvement on his Bill Finch '25' time for a net 57:05 ahead of Adrian Perkin, 58:10 and Tim Wardlow 59:24. See the 2009 Results page for full details.

Thank you to the six riders who answered the call to make the Charlotteville Open 50 a viable trike event. Martin Badham, Richard Bailey, Geoff Booker, Dave Keene, Ferg Muir and Andrew Nye are all riding. No doubt Dave Keene will be seeking a ride inside two hours, especially after his 1:00:00 25 mile last weekend!

I am putting another order together. Orders with deposit please by 31st May. See attached documents.

Alison Purser
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In an event fitting to the memory of a stalwart of the Tricycle Association the Principle Honours were taken by his son Ian.
Not only did he cruise round against the strong Easterly wind and his native Kentish hills in the fastest time. He did it on one of Bill's machines which qualified him for the fastest on a pre-1980 specification machine and led the CC Bexley team win, supported by Roy Canning.
An extra award of fastest lady was claimed by Caroline Nye, who was also fastest on handicap.
Medals for 2nd and 3rd fastest will be awarded to organiser Mark Vowells and Geoff Booker. For 2nd and 3rd handicap to Paul Ansell and Paul Willsher.
A commemorative medal will be awarded to all finishers.
Provisional result has been added to 2009 Results

Acknowledgements:
TA Web Site.doc from Ian Finch;
TA25thanks20090420.doc from Mark Vowells

Latest news from the bottom right hand of the country is that Mark has received a grand entry of 31 riders. Event starts at 7:00 am to avoid getting involved with a road race.

Start sheet: TricycleAssociationSouthEast25ST20090419.doc

All eight tricycles finished the Circuit of the Dales. Geoff Booker finished with fastest tricycle, best trike on standard and fastest on handicap, earning himself the Ed Green Trophy for the latter.
Trike results transcribed on Results.

Arrangements are well in hand for the championships at the village of St Marsault, Deux Sèvres, France on Saturday 20th June 2009. The events will be time trials for riders of solo, tandem and recumbent tricycles and are a part of the village fête. The course will be different to previous years in order to centre the events more on St Marsault itself but the distance will be about the same as before ie approximately 15 miles or 24 kilometres.
Camping will again be available on the village sports field from Thursday 18th until Monday 22nd and a social programme of meals and a club run is organised. Download your Entry form and social programme here. World Championship 2009
Entries by May 17th please and also let me know which meals you would like to book for by June 7th. If you still need to book accommodation please do so as soon as possible and contact me if you have any difficulty.
Alison Purser

Results of the Thames Valley Hardriders event.

Weather wise a great day and short sleeve skin suits were the order of the day.
Dave Keene was clearly the fastest rider and also picked up the handicap by 3 seconds from Ralph Dadswell. So that's the first thing I got wrong then! He also managed to get a vets plus with the rest of us in deficit. ( I reckon he got a lift somewhere on the course)!
As if the course isn't hard enough, Paul Willshire decided to follow a rider who was warming up and added a bit more to the 30 miles of this hilly event. Steve Avery punctured just before the last evil hill and called it a day. John Thompson saw the course before the start, and made some excuse about forgetting his wheel bolts! As for me (Geoff Booker) I managed to complete the distance 11 minutes faster than last year and I'm happy enough with that.

Geoff Booker

Results

Disturbing news from our own David Heighway:

I don't know whether you think it worth posting on the site, but both my trikes were stolen over the weekend by toerags who broke into my garage (literally, the door is a real mess!) and removed all my machines, including a very grotty but serviceable mountain bike. They obviously knew what they were after as nothing else was touched.
Anyway, the missing trikes are a Bob Jackson,blue with flat bars and bar end gear shifts on bar ends which are fitted inboard of the grips, and a Higgins racing machine. It has oldish gears etc but is very lively. In need of a respray and has the remains of lugs for a rear carrier on the rear stays. Colour is burgundy.
I'm now on shanks pony for a few days until I can acquire another bike!
Cheers, David.

Please keep you eyes open, I know several members keep a watch on tricycles for sale on the web. Maybe David's machines will be spotted.

The event was held on a bright and windy day, which was a contrast to last year's arctic conditions.
The times were still on the long side, Peter Hopkins winning in 1:18:11 and Ian Mackenzie claiming the handicap with a net of 53:21.
Further details on East News, pictures on East Gallery.

Report lifted from the 3wielweb's site, I do hope André doesn't mind.

It was time-trial world champion Dave Keene who took the first win of the tricycling season in the Tricycle Association, South Western Region twenty-five miles (40km) race on March 1st, St David's day. In second place John Thompson performed well on his new stainless steel Trykit tricycle, made by Geoff Booker, but his time of 1.09.52 was no match for Keene's 1.04.51 (exactly 37 km/hour), a time which beat most of the riders in the cycle race which followed the tricycle event.

The morning was dry but quite cold until the sun broke through later. Andrew Nye travelled from Kent in search of points for the Tricyclists' League, and went home reasonably satisfied with third place, recording 1.21.55.

Wondering how Dave Keene and John Thompson went so fast on a challenging course, the remaining riders, Roger Alma 1.28.07, Ian Matthews, 1.29.13, and Malcolm Timmis, 1.35.02, went home thinking they should train a little harder before their next race.

Roger Alma

Results, Pictures in SW Gallery

Spring colours abounded as several members sported their TA vests on the run to Bildeston on the last day in February. East News

The following items were announced at the meeting in Alcester Market Hall, accompanied by rolls of heavenly thunder and snatches of music as the upstairs room was prepared for a wedding reception:

April 19th: The Thames Valley 25 has been cancelled in favour of the Bill Finch Memorial 25 - see South East activities. Any trike entries will get a ride in the Oxonian CC event.

May 10th: Charlotteville Open 50. Tricyclists welcome, camping is available in pub grounds a mile and a half from the start.

October 4th: Blenhiem Palace event to be held. We are planning on making this the International event for 2010 and hope for a good turnout this year.

The following day the TA was split, fairly evenly by all accounts between the Midland and Thames Valley Regional Lunches, clashing due to a quirk of the calendar. Photos, kindly provided by Gordon's friend Ron Peers, from Alcester on the newly launched Midland Gallery. If you have photos from either event, then please send to me. Martin Badham

A new page 'North East News' has been instigated branching off of the North East Regional page. Initial report is of their recent luncheon with guests of honour David Stone MBE and the new president Jim Hopper. Also featuring photos of the Tommy Thompson Memorial seat to be installed and dedicated in April. North East News