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​Rockingham Forest Wheelers

Founded 1950 to encourage cycling in all its forms
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​Welcome!  A little about ourselves

Based at our clubhouse in Middleton near Corby, we are a friendly cycling club serving the surrounding area of North Northamptonshire including the town of Corby, and parts of South Leicestershire and Rutland. To find out more you can meet us any Wednesday evening at the clubhouse or you could join one of our club rides or just send us a message.

There's so much you can enjoy and achieve in the  world of cycling.......

Latest News & Events


Club Time Trials Back

I'm very pleased to let you know that Club Time Trials return on 22nd July under revised Covid 19 rules.  The first TT rider is off at 18:45 from the clubhouse for 10 miles against the clock on our valley course. 

​More details on our Time Trial page here.
Report - Countryfile Ramble for BBC Children in Need (and cycle rides)
Sunday 6th October 2019

 
After over a week of rain, muddy fields, and waterlogged paths, the rain stopped and the clouds opened enough to reveal blue sky in time for the Countryfile Ramble, amended to two shorter rambles; to East Carlton and Eye Brook Reservoir. A very enjoyable, social time was had and over £100 raised for Children in Need, by our 23 participants and helpers. Thank you All.

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East Carlton 6 October 2019

Try a Club Ride

20 July 2020

9am Sunday, starting from our clubhouse, we will have a ride of about one hour to a coffee/tea stop and return, about ten miles or so each way. But we will amend this to suit interest.
Please message us if you have any questions. Quiet countryside roads.

Club Rides

The club arranges social rides on almost all Saturday and Sunday mornings throughout the year, with groups going at varying ride speeds.
DETAILS HERE
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The invigoration that comes from exercise and good company - chilling out on a cold morning - March 2019


​TWINNING 2020
Châtellerault - France

RFW, representing Corby, has been twinned since 1972 with cycling clubs in Velbert – Germany and Châtellerault – France.  The three clubs take it in turn to host an annual week-end of leisure and sporting cycling, and social events  - reacquainting with old friends and making new.
All RFW members, supported by the club, are given the opportunity to take part.
​​​Our next meeting, in 2020 (normally in May or June) will be in 
Châtellerault.
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In the Ruhr Vallery, May 2019


Youth Support


We have an active team supporting young people into the exciting world of cycle sport.  Through off-road (cyclo-cross and mountain bikes) and closed road circuit racing they can develop skills and confidence away from the danger of traffic.
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Young members, sharing with neighbouring club riders, building competitive spirit and lasting friendships - Mallory Park race circuit

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CORBY CX CAPERS
Free for all cycling sessions (from age 8) to learn bike handling, balance and braking safely off-road to British Cycling Standards with the potential to progress into cycle sport – cyclo-cross, mountain bike racing and more

Cyclo-cross

The club has an enthusiastic and unified group participating in the growing sport of cyclo-cross racing
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The special satisfaction of strong race finish - at the early season National Trophy - 21 September 2019

Mountain Bike Racing


The club supports the Market Harborough based Friday Night Summer Series.

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Racing at the FNSS Round 5 - 1 June 2019


Special Rides


Outings to challenging endurance events, sportives and fund raising rides are organised throughout the year. 
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Coast to Coast in a Day - 29 June 2019

Club Wednesdays

Every Wednesday evening we open the Clubhouse from 7 pm. Through the autumn and winter, weather permitting, there is a 20 miles ride (for experienced riders).  On Boxing Day we will be holding a (fun!) ten miles time trial circling though Medbourne and Ashley and back to the Clubhouse. While from 1st April 2020 we commence our programme of Wednesday evening club time trials.
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Post Time Trial Supper - 17 April 2019

Time Trials

Club time trials (usually 10 miles) are held from April to September. Starting solo, sometimes in teams, at one minute intervals, time trials, are a test of you against time, to complete the course.
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Son and father pushing for the finish line of the Club 'Ten' - 8 May 2019

Track


Friday evening sessions at Derby Velodrome are arranged on a monthly basis and provide an opportunity for club members to try out the track and, guided by expert coaches, progress to qualification for racing. Other sessions allow  more experienced riders to hone their skills through race-based exercises.
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Derby Velodrome - a great opportunity for junior riders and all ages!

Road Racing

Members (with the appropriate race licence) have the opportunity to take part in road racing. Handicap races provide an introduction for novice racers in road races and opportunity to progress through the handicap levels.
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Northants Cycle Racing Association Handicap - 24 March 2019
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  • Home
    • About Us
    • Interested in Joining?
    • Join Rocko 2021
  • Contact
  • Club Rides
    • Club Ride Blog
    • Club Ride Routes
  • Compete
    • Road Racing >
      • 2-day Stage Race 2018
      • 2-day Stage Race 2017
      • Road Race Reports
    • Time Trialling >
      • Time Trial Reports
    • Track >
      • Track Gallery
      • Track Blog
    • Off-Road Racing
  • Photos
    • Event Photos
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    • Useful Links
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