Archive | April, 2011

Technician is going the distance for Maggie’s – Press and Journal

30. April 2011

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Technician is going the distance for Maggie's Press and Journal A car technician from the north-east is on course to raise £1000 for the Monty's Maggie's Appeal at this weekend's Monster Bike and Hike through the Highlands. Graham Auld aims to cycle 30 miles then walk another 43 in under 24 hours ..

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Guernsey Police name cyclist who died avoiding collision – BBC News

29. April 2011

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Guernsey Police name cyclist who died avoiding collision – BBC News

BBC News Guernsey Police name cyclist who died avoiding collision BBC News "He had lights, the bike was in good condition, but tragically he wasn't wearing a cycle helmet." Sgt Tostevin said: "We are asking for anybody who saw the gentleman on his bike , which is quite a distinctive green and white mountain bike . ...

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TRIATHLON: Mark’s target – This is Wiltshire.co.uk

29. April 2011

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TRIATHLON: Mark's target This is Wiltshire.co.uk A member of Melksham Swordfish Swimming Club since the age of three, he will tackle a 1500m open water swim, followed by a 20k mountain bike ride and a six-mile off-road run, going up against a host of Olympic triathletes and world champions. ... and more

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Gould first Matlock man to go under 20 minutes for 10 miles – Derby Evening Telegraph

29. April 2011

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Gould first Matlock man to go under 20 minutes for 10 miles Derby Evening Telegraph IT was a familiar story for Annie Last in the second round of the British Mountain Bike Championship series. The British champion from Great Longstone made a lot of the running in the second round race at Dalby Forest in Yorkshire – before losing a ...

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Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal – Moorabbin Kingston Leader

28. April 2011

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Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal – Moorabbin Kingston Leader

Moorabbin Kingston Leader Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal Moorabbin Kingston Leader Mr Rysdale, who took up mountain bike riding six years ago, trained for the ride every day after work for months, even spending time in Jayco's high-altitude gym in Dandenong. Omara Cycles in Cheltenham provided most of Mr Rysdale's equipment .

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Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal – Moorabbin Glen Eira Leader

28. April 2011

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Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal – Moorabbin Glen Eira Leader

Moorabbin Glen Eira Leader Cheltenham man completes extreme bike race through Nepal Moorabbin Glen Eira Leader Mr Rysdale, who took up mountain bike riding six years ago, trained for the ride every day after work for months, even spending time in Jayco's high-altitude gym in Dandenong.

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Professional breaks his leg and arm in accident while filming video at Cowling – Bradford Telegraph and Argus

28. April 2011

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Professional breaks his leg and arm in accident while filming video at Cowling Bradford Telegraph and Argus The 33-year-old, a six-times National Bike Trial Champion, was filming his latest video at the time of the accident. He has previously shot films of himself taking on some of the world's toughest mountain -biking terrain. and more

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Three burglaries being investigated by police in Norwich area – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

28. April 2011

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Three burglaries being investigated by police in Norwich area – Norfolk Eastern Daily Press

Norfolk Eastern Daily Press Three burglaries being investigated by police in Norwich area Norfolk Eastern Daily Press Firstly, a Siemens laptop and black and silver Raleigh mountain bike were stolen from a property in Wellesley Avenue North, off Plumstead Road. It happened between 2pm and midnight on Saturday, April 23 when access was gained via an insecure front ..

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Mark Beaumont: Cycling the Americas, rowing to the Pole – BikeRadar.com

28. April 2011

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Mark Beaumont: Cycling the Americas, rowing to the Pole BikeRadar.com For the first time, he'll be ditching his bike – as well as his own company – to join a five-man crew attempting to row to the Magnetic North Pole. Row to the Pole is being led by experienced Scottish adventurer Jock Wishart, with the aim of ...

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Man’s leg broken in Leicester robbery attack – BBC News

28. April 2011

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Man's leg broken in Leicester robbery attack BBC News It is believed he made his escape on a black mountain bike in the direction of Melton Road. Det Con Sophie Stevens said: "There were a number of people in the area and we are in the process of speaking to everyone who has come forward." Man's leg broken during robbery in Leicester Leicester Mercury all 2 news articles

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