Gala CC end of season report
Gala Cycling Club held their Sixty Fourth Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 5th October. Written is a brief summary of activities discussed.
President, Scot Purves, stated that there had been an increase in the popularity and membership of the club.
Gala CC is now represented at the Scottish Borders Cycling Development Group; the aim of this group is to develop youth cycling within the Borders.
Race Organiser, David Johnston, gave a brief round - up of events: he reported on the Gordon Arms Mountain Time Trial stating that 30 riders had taken part. It was won by Barry McGurk of Glasgow Couriers in 54.20.Gary Robson was the first Gala rider home in 54.49. Five Gala riders competed in this event. In the John Fairburn Memorial Time Trial 26 riders took part.The event was won by Silas Goldsworthy of Sandy Wallace Cycles in 55.34. Gary Robson had a time of 55.43 which secured the East of Scotland Championship. Jessica Wilson Young also set a new ESCA record of 59.42. In the Jimmy Rae Memorial 30 riders took part. The event was won by Gary Robson in 21.46.
The inaugural running of the Sportive was a huge success exceeding all expectations. There were 107 entries, fantastic weather and positive feedback from competitors. It is planned to run another Sportive on July 1st 2012.
The new club kit has been proved popular by riders as it takes its colours back to grass roots.
With regard to the history of the club a lot of information has been received, photographs, club cards etc. A big thank you to all who have contributed especially Vic Murray for his input. During the winter it is hoped to collate as much possible and put this on Gala CC web site.
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