V-Sprint Club

Committee Meeting
2023-12-06, 2023-11-08, 2023-10-04, 2023-09-06, 2023-08-08, 2023-07-05, 2023-06-07, 2023-05-03 and 2 more dates
Any requests for discussion please pass onto committee member.

Lee, Ian and Mike Tour of the TAP fundraiser
2023-09-13 - 2023-09-22
Across 10 inspiring days, Cure Leukaemia will be hosting the first Tour of the TAP cycle ride across Britain tackling over 1,000 miles as we raise funds for blood cancer patients across the country.
The team will be captained by Cure Leukaemia Patron and cycling veteran Geoff Thomas MBE, and he is appealing for 30 other cyclists to join him on the Tour, as you look to tackle all terrains that Britain has to offer as you pass through four countries.
Club riders are Lee Gardner, Ian Smith and Mike Hopkins.

Mad Summer Hare
2023-09-10

The Cotswold Classic
2023-08-19
All routes will take you through the Cotswolds AONB known for grassland harbour thatched medieval villages, churches and stately homes built of distinctive local yellow limestone – and not to mention its rolling hills!
All of our Cotswold Classic routes have some rather punchy climbs along the way, and some fast descents.
Entry includes:
Fully Marked and Marshalled routes
Chip times for all riders
Roaming Mechnical Assistance
Free event Photography
Finishers Medal, Beer and OTE Sport Nutrition goodies
On course emergency Medical cover
Fully stocked Feed Stations.

V-Sprint TLI Road Race
2023-07-12 | Throckmorton Village Hall, Broad Lane, Bishampton, Worcestershire, United Kingdom
V-Sprint will again be hosting a RR Part of the Worcester RR series at Pinvin.
32 miles, 12th July 2023, race starts at 7pm.
Event HQ – Throckmorton Village Hall , Broad Lane, Bishampton.
Entry available on the day at £15 if spaces remain. You must join TLI Cycling in advance.
There will be 3 separate age-related races. Riders may choose to enter an ‘older’ race, but will not be eligible for prizes.
There will be some cash prizes for this event on the night, and prizes for the overall series (based on best 4 results). To qualify for prizes for the overall series, riders must help at one event in the series, or provide a helper.
The races will be assisted by V-Sprint Marshals.

Mad Malvern Hare
2023-07-09

Cure Leukaemia fundraiser
2023-06-10 | Touchwood, Solihull, B91 3GJ
Turbo at Touchwood, Solihull

Ride London
2023-05-28
Ride London, V-Sprint Fund raisers

Andy Bates

Cure Leukaemia fundraiser
2023-04-29 | Touchwood, Solihull, B91 3GJ
Turbo session at Touchwood, Solihull

Beacon RCC Little Mountain TT
2023-04-23
The Beacon RCC’s flagship time trial event will be back for another year on 23 April 2023. It will be staged on the K22/39 course again, with the event headquarters at Great Witley Village Hall.
The Little Mountain Time Trial will again be part of the CTT Merlin Cycles Classic Series. It’s a sporting course of 39 miles featuring the climb of Stanford Bank, the rolling Bromyard Downs and the testing Ankerdine ascent, with the finish line just a few hundred yards away from the event HQ.
The Little Mountain Time Trial typically attracts a wide field, featuring everyone from novice club riders to fully fledged TT specialists, on a wide array of machines – everything from winter road bikes to full on TT rigs. Everyone is welcome and there is no better way of testing your early season form and fitness, against a backdrop of some of the finest countryside in the UK.
Entries close on 9 April!

Blossom Trail Bikeaway
2023-04-16
Join us for the 2023 return of the Blossom Trail Bikeaway!
We are excited to announce that Bikeaway Ventures are working in partnership with Cycle Evesham Vale to bring you a brilliant new Blossom Trail Bikeaway 2023 event. This event will be one of many celebrating 40 years of the Blossom Trail in the Vale of Evesham.
Date: 16th April 2023
Time: 9:00
Location: Reindeer Cafe, Smart Trees, Hill Furze Road, near Bishampton, WR10 2LZ
Route options: Choose on the day from 12.5 miles, 31 miles or 49 miles
All routes will be fully signposted, and there is a choice of routes to suit all abilities. We welcome under 16’s (with an adult) and those using adaptive bikes/trikes/handcycles. Under 16’s must be accompanied by a parent or guardian, and all under 18’s must have signed parental consent.
Catering for the event will be provided by TOAST. Finishers will receive a medal and drinks voucher.
All proceeds go to Vale of Evesham Community First Responders and to supporting cycling in the Vale of Evesham. Sign up online and save £2 per person on the on-the-day entry fee.

Mallorca Training Camp
2023-04-14 - 2023-04-21
Runs from 14th 21st April, contact Andy Hurst for details

Mad March Hare
2023-03-26
The original madhare sportive, The Mad March Hare returns for a 15th edition in 2023!
The 100km/66mile route meanders through quiet rolling country lanes with a few climbs to test those spring legs.
New Venue
We are very happy to have found a new home for the Mad March Hare in 2023 at the Transport Museum Wythall – a local attraction and charity that brings the history of transport to life for families and enthusiasts to enjoy.
The venue has plenty of space for us to add our Madhare flair; as well as all the seating and toilets we could wish for! The museum will be closed to the public during the event (so we have the place to ourselves) but that doesn’t mean there won’t be some classic buses and vehicles on show and even a miniature railway!
Car Parking
There will be exclusive off-site car parking available no more than 500m away from the venue. Tickets for parking are available through the entry form.
New Pricing Structure
The base price includes:
Well signposted 100km route with new route sections, hill marshals (with Jelly Babies!) and downloadable GPS route
Race number with timings chip
Registration pack pick-up party (Gorilla Coffee Cafes)
Hot drinks and bananas at the start line
Great food on route including lunch, snacks, energy gels and water
Mechanical support provided by Gorilla Cycling Cafe
Medical support provided by Transmed
Broom wagon @ avg 12mph
​Twenty6 Events – the new owners of Madhare – are committed to creating sustainable events and reducing waste. To help achieve this and with the current cost of living crisis, Twenty6 has decided to give you the option to pay for what you want out of the ride, by offering optional extras.
Optional extras:
Registration pack, with rider number, posted £4 (There will be no collection on the day, but you can collect prior to the event for free as per above)
Finisher medal £5
Post-ride burger (meat/vegetarian/vegan) £6 (On day = £9)
Post-ride pint of Beavertown £4.50 (On day = £5.50)
Triple Crown Offer
New for 2023, we are offering the option to purchase the Triple Crown for £75 + booking fee(*excludes optional extras), which gives you access to the below three Madhare events for 2023.
Please note this offer is extremely limited!

Glorious Gravel
2023-03-25
The beautiful Cannock Chase is the backdrop for this glorious 80km & 50km gravel sportive.
Taking in a mix of smooth gravel trails through the forest and quiet backroads, this early season ride is suitable for riders of all abilities and is a perfect way to kick off the season and discover the glorious Staffordshire countryside.

V-Sprint Road Race
2022-07-27 19:00 - 21:00 UTC | Throckmorton Village Hall, Broad Lane, Bishampton, Worcestershire, United Kingdom
V-Sprint will again be hosting a RR Part of the Worcester RR series at Pinvin.
32 miles, Wednesday 27th July 2022, race starts at 7pm.
Event HQ – Throckmorton Village Hall , Broad Lane, Bishampton.

V-Sprint Longest Day Challenge
2022-06-19 | Ewe & Lamb, 68 Hanbury Road, Bromsgrove, B60 4DN, United Kingdom
A cycling event with a difference, with all profits going to Cure Leukaemia, How far can you ride in 8 hours

Bike around Bromsgrove for Cure Leukaemia
2022-06-05 | Ewe & Lamb, 68 Hanbury Road, Bromsgrove, B60 4DN, United Kingdom
On Sunday 5th June, we’re excited to be hosting a mini sportive on the scenic lanes around Bromsgrove with two routes so whether you’re new to cycling, or a ‘seasoned pro’ there’s a route to suit everyone.

Stourport Circuit Sessions
2021-10-31 12:00 - 14:00
The Club has decided to put on some ride sessions at the Stourport Criterium Circuit on the last Sunday of every month from April 25th until 31st Oct. (12-2pm). This is a closed road 1Km circuit and excellent for riders to learn some cornering & racing skills, but above all just have some fun.
April 25th is the first session, If you are interested in attending this event then please book your place with Lee Gardner to ensure any current COVID guidelines are met.
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Winter kit order window
2021-10-04 - 2021-10-17

Women on Wheels Sportive
2021-10-03 | Norton Parish Hall, Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 2QB
A warm welcome from Women on Wheels (WoW), a Worcestershire based all-female cycling club.
We hope you can join us for a challenge and a great day out on your bike on the WOW Sportive, the first all-female sportive to be held in glorious Worcestershire. So, we’ve been studying the maps and have three beautiful safe routes to choose from, all starting from Norton Parish Hall, four miles south east of Worcester – plonk in the middle of lovely lanes.
If this is your first time, or you are a sportive regular, we have something to suit you. There are three distances on offer
Wadborough Wanderer – 16 miles (26 km) of local country lanes that surround the Sportive HQ. This is the perfect ride for anyone thinking of trying a sportive for the first time.
Overbury Outing – 32 miles (51 km) of riding which take you little further afield, with some hills and fabulous views as a reward. Great for those wanting a little more of a challenge.
Worcestershire Weaver – 66 miles (106 km) in which to explore the glorious Worcestershire countryside. Undulating. This is suited to the more experienced rider.
The two longer routes will have a feed station and the shorter route has Croome Court café at half way. We hope to see you there!

Beyond the Dyke Audax
2021-10-02
211km cycling event starting from Belbroughton, Worcesteshire. Controls at Craven Arms, Presteigne and Belboughton.
Dwell with the Marcher Lords in the border bad lands of England and Wales. Offa may be dead but this part of the country remains remote and sometimes wild. Good for the autumn too!
I am sure you will be asking, is this another Beacon RCC Kidderminster Killer type event. No it is not. Whilst hilly in parts, there are plenty of good easy bits in between but suffice to say you will feel pleasantly tired and rewarded at the end of the day. Across the Dyke was conceived years ago by the late Alan Mason. The event was resurrected in 2018 and received good reviews for the route but not for the wet weather. We cannot guarantee dry weather for 2021 but hopefully the weather will be better! Covid depending, the GHQ will be laying on food yet again as we return to providing proper Audax calendar events again.
