Primavera 2024
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Primavera 2024

IT’S ALWAYS sweet when a well-laid plan comes to fruition, and that was certainly the case on amemorable day for the Okehampton Cycling Club on ‘home’ territory at the Primavera Road Race. Oke CC duo Jon Hobbs and Lloyd Copp and Exeter Wheelers training mate Tristan Kelsall-Spurr were all seeded in the first group away…

Action-packed weekend of racing MTB, Road and TT
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Action-packed weekend of racing MTB, Road and TT

Mid Devon cycling club riders had a busy weekend of racing, competing in the South West XC Series 2024 Round 1 at Grammarcombe woods in Ashcombe. The challenging course featured a mix of man-made and natural obstacles to test the riders’ skills, made even more difficult by heavy rain overnight and showers on race day….

South West Gravel Race.
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South West Gravel Race.

The Mid Devon Cycling Club experienced a triumphant day at the inaugural South West Gravel race, which was organized by Sportiva. This event took place at the sublime Escot Park in Ottery St Mary. Despite the harsh, cold, and wet conditions, the club’s performance was outstanding. The day’s activities began with a race for young…

Mid Devon CC Youth Season Opener
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Mid Devon CC Youth Season Opener

The Mid Devon CC Youth Season Opener marked the first road racing event of the year at Torbay velopark. This event aimed to prepare young riders for the upcoming 2024 seasons, and it certainly lived up to expectations. Notably, Edward Fraile-Whysall showcased exceptional talent by winning all three stages in the under 16’s Boy category….

Mid Devon Cycling Club Awards Night / AGM 2023
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Mid Devon Cycling Club Awards Night / AGM 2023

After a fantastic year for the club with 450 riders enjoying a great Social side and Racing, with many of the youth riders are trying to form path ways like the riders before them, with the rich history and a reputation for producing some of the country’s leading riders including Tour de France riders Colin Lewis and Jeremy…

Colin Lewis, looked back – and forward to his legacy.
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Colin Lewis, looked back – and forward to his legacy.

Mid Devon Cycling club got together to celebrate the contribution that Colin Lewis made to the Mid Devon CC and looked back – and forward to his legacy. We presented the local cycling cafe 360 in Bovey Tracy where Colin was a regular with a framed Milk Race leaders jersey which his family kindly donated,…

South West Cyclocross Regional Championships
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South West Cyclocross Regional Championships

Exeter Wheels recently played host to the final round of the South West Cyclocross Series, which also featured the South West Regional Championships. The event took place at the well-established Escot Park course, attracting a total of 175 riders from the South West region. It was a fierce competition, as participants battled for podium positions…

Cyclo-Cross National Trophy round 4 at Torbay velopark
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Cyclo-Cross National Trophy round 4 at Torbay velopark

The fourth round of the Cyclo-Cross National Trophy took place at Torbay velopark, which was hosted by the Mid Devon Cycling club. Approximately 1500 spectators gathered to witness 366 riders compete in this renowned series under ideal cyclocross conditions. The event boasted the presence of numerous British, European, and World champions, raising the competition’s standard…

SWCX ROUND 5
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SWCX ROUND 5

Mid Devon Cycling Club is playing host to the fifth round of the South West Cyclocross League at Torbay Velopark, following a week of inclement weather. This event marks the largest participation of the season thus far. Many seasoned riders are utilizing this opportunity to prepare for the forthcoming national trophy, which will also be…