Racing

A significant part of racing within our club life is participating in Club and Open time trial events. We also have a number of our members who are involved in the local road racing scene and several who also race on track round the historic Preston Park.

This section tells you everything you’ll need to know to take part in these races, when and where they are held and how to enter.

Road Racing

Newcomers to cycling sometimes have a misconception that road racing is beyond them. Actually, most people with a basic level of riding fitness can have a try at racing once they’ve learned a few important race-riding rules.

We are lucky in the south east to have a good range of entry level races available within a short distance. Click here to find out how to get started in road racing.

Time Trial

Time trials are the simplest, cheapest and most accessible way to get started in bike racing. As the name suggests, a time trial is simply a race against the clock over a set distance. Riders are started at one minute intervals and the one with the fastest time at the finish wins! You’ll find much more information on our dedicated time trialling page.

Track

Track racing on fixed gear bikes is a great way to start out in bike racing. It’s generally much cheaper to buy the kit you’ll need. Then, once you’re on the track, it’s all about speed, stamina, technique, tactics and nerve. Find out more here.

Hill Climb

Hill-climbing is simple – cycle as fast as you can up a hill! As hill climbs are actually just uphill time trials, you’ll find more information on our time trialling page.

Cyclo-cross

In the autumn and winter months, a growing number of road racers turn their attention to the muddy thrills of cyclo-cross: off-road races on tight, muddy circuits riddled with obstacles and steep hills and slippery roots.