Event photos
All photos from the event can be found on this Sotonia CC photo album on Facebook. This is accessible to anyone, even if you don’t use Facebook.
A note from the organisers
When we got started with organising this event we had it our minds that about 50 riders would be a good target for the event and something to build on. We were bowled over when we saw the entries keep on coming through right until the last minute, finishing off with almost 90 riders!
It was great to see so many first time racers in amongst the entries and we hope those of you who hadn’t raced in a TT before the event will continue to do so.
The process of putting everything together has been pretty full on at times, especially as this was not only the first TT either of us had organised but it was also on a brand new course which adds additional complications. We definitely have a new found respect for those regular event organisers that keep us all occupied between March and September. That said we haven’t been put off and we will be running two events next season (watch this space) including the Leg Loosener again in September 2017.
We hope everyone has a good winter and look forward to seeing you all in March for the next event. If you haven’t done so already please like Sotonia CC on Facebook and be the first to know about it.
Dan and Phil
Rider interviews
We were able to interview a few of the prize winners after the event.
James Boyman neglected to mention below that his little trip to check out the course was as part of a 120 mile ride, completed at 21.5mph. Not bad.
James Boyman (TT category winner and course record holder)
I entered this race as I wanted to keep racing until the end of September and it was a course I had not ridden (in fact, I had no idea where it was). When I found out it was a sporting course I was pleasantly surprised, these courses tend to suit me. I rode down to and around the course the week before the event, it was tough with mostly drags and rolling sections before a fast descent and the final climb.
I arrived early at the HQ, which was very nice, and once warmed up rode to the start. I felt pretty decent during my warm up so was hopeful of a reasonable ride. Gary Chambers was the main competition and he had done some pretty rapid times recently so it was going to take a good ride to beat him.
The final climb apparently hits 15% in places but there was a small crowd cheering which made it seem easier. Once at the top it was a sprint to the finish line some two hundred metres further on. I returned to the HQ to find out I’d won by nearly a minute from Gary, I think the sporting and (for a British TT) technical nature of the course were in my favour. My time was just under 33 minutes and I’d set myself the target of breaking 33 minutes so was happy. On returning home I also found that I’d averaged 350 watts normalised which is the best I’ve done this year for a TT of that length and more than I did at the National 10.
The ultimate aim for this course, as I believe it will be used each year now, would be to break 30 minutes. That would take a very special ride, or someone better than me riding it.
Craig Wallington (road bike category winner)
I’m new the TT scene, this being my 5th one. The course was awesome a nice array of hills, flats and descents. Really well organised and marshalled.
Would also like to say it was really nice to see younger riders in the event and the young lad giving it some up the final climb was brilliant to watch. The support he got going up pipers climb was fantastic.
On a personal level course conditions were perfect for me that day and even surprised myself on getting a narrow victory. I look forward to doing a Sotonia TT again and other cycling friends are interested to.
HQ and facilities were best I’ve been to really well organised and executed event!
Gary Chambers (2nd place TT category)
After spending the last few months bashing up and down dual carriageways it was a refreshing change to ride the leg loosener TT. The course was mega scenic and with the rolling roads and turns it provided a chance to not be riding at one power all race and gave the riders something else to thing about especially with their pacing strategies.
My ride itself went OK, power wise it seems pretty good, after an off the week before at the inter-services TT champs I was very hesitant through the corners which cost be a bit of time. It’s no shame coming second to James but I was a bit disappointed with the margin.
Note for all you power fans: Gary did 353w AP, 366w NP
Kim Little (2nd place road bike category)
What a great event from Sotonia, a real testing course on some lovely scenic and quiet roads. I felt the rolling circuit and sharp climb at the finish really evened out the advantage the TT bikes had over road bikes which made it exciting. A large turnout of riders ensured a lively atmosphere and the group of supporters on Pipers Wait climb shouting and ringing cowbells really helped take my mind of the pain.
Excellent prizes and a lovely venue were the icing on the cake… oh yes, there was also LOTS of cake!
Sophie Herbert (2nd woman, road bike category)
Prize winners
Road Bike event
1st place – Craig Wallington – Andover Wheelers – 00:36:42
2nd place – Kim Little – Gillingham and District Wheelers – 00:36:46
3rd place – Bob Richardson – Bournemouth Jubilee Wheelers – 00:37:26
1st woman – Sarah Matthews – a3crg – 00:44:27
2nd woman – Sophie Herbert – Southampton University Road Club – 00:48:25
3rd woman – Gemma Wilks – Sotonia CC – 00:48:59
1st junior – Red Walters – Sotonia CC – 00:39:03
TT Bike event
1st place – James Boyman – Farnham RC – 00:32:49
2nd place – Gary Chambers – Fareham Wheelers CC – 00:33:46
3rd place – Stephen Whitewick – VeloRefined.com Aerosmiths – 00:35:50
1st woman – Faye Faber – IOW Cycling Club – 00:39:56
2nd woman – Caitlin Peters – i-Team CC – 00:40:38
3rd woman – Michelle Walter – Bournemouth Arrow CC – 00:42:03
1st junior – Vaughan Marris – Fareham Wheelers CC – 00:39:42
Unfortunately we made a mistake on the day and awarded the 1st junior prize to Jason Hayles who is in fact an espoir (aged 19-22) and not a junior. We’re very sorry for the mix up.
Pipers Wait timed section
The fastest time recorded on the Pipers Wait section was a mountain-goat-like 1:53 by Kim Little. Kim was 2nd in the road bike category but managed to get up the hill and to the finish line 1s quicker than the overall winner on the day James Boyman.
According to the rules, Kim isn’t eligible for the t-shirt prize for the timed segment, as he won a cash prize on the day.
The fastest times by riders who didn’t get a cash prize are Ray Claridge (G A Cycles) and James Gill (DHCyclesport), who both did it in 2:01.
Big Ring Beast award
Nicholas Cooper (Andover Wheelers) completed the whole course on a fixed gear bike. Yep that’s right, a bike with one gear that you can’t freewheel on. Nicholas would have certainly been a strong contender for the award, but unfortunately he had to dismount on Pipers Wait due to the massive gear he was pushing.
The Big Ring Beast award went to Liam Somerville (IOW Cycling Club) who not only looked totally pro while pushing a big gear up the climb, but also did it on a lovely looking bike complete with quad-spoke Spinergy wheels. Nice.
Fastest Puncture
We heard that Matt Doherty (DHCyclesport) punctured on Roger Penny Way about 8 miles into the course, but he didn’t stick around to receive his prize (a spare inner tube).
Special thanks
VintVélo
Thank you to www.vintvelo.com for donating the t-shirts for the special prizes.
They design and create unique and stylish clothing for cyclists, plus other cycle inspired accessories, and they happen to have a September Sale on at the moment!
House of Sankey
The cake which formed the centrepiece of the post-ride refreshments and prize giving was very kindly donated by House of Sankey who are a small family business based in Salisbury.
Next time you need a custom made cake, you know where to go! You can find them as well as pictures of their other creations on Facebook.
We’re definitely going to make this a tradition for our future events.
Road bike results
| 1 | Craig | Wallington | Andover Wheelers | Male | Senior | 00:36:42 |
| 2 | Kim | Little | Gillingham and District Wheelers / Wheels Cycles | Male | Senior | 00:36:46 |
| 3 | Bob | Richardson | Bournemouth Jubilee Whs | Male | Veteran | 00:37:26 |
| 4 | Ed | Slot | Sotonia CC | Male | Senior | 00:37:29 |
| 5 | David | Dalton | Fareham Wheelers CC | Male | Veteran | 00:37:58 |
| 6 | Chris | Wolton | Southborough & Dist. Whs | Male | Senior | 00:38:14 |
| 7 | Red | Walters | Sotonia CC | Male | Junior | 00:39:03 |
| 8 | PAUL | MUSTOW | 100% ME | Male | Senior | 00:39:14 |
| 9 | PAUL | LOCKYER | DHCyclesport | Male | Senior | 00:39:20 |
| 10 | liam | somerville | IOW Cycling Club | Male | Senior | 00:39:58 |
| 11 | Ben | Coward | Southampton University Road Club | Male | Espoir | 00:40:15 |
| 12 | Rob | Sherrin | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:40:19 |
| 13 | Ray | Claridge | G A Cycles | Male | Veteran | 00:40:25 |
| 14 | Stewart | Ward | New Forest CC | Male | Senior | 00:40:46 |
| 15 | Chris | Mccombie | Velo Club Venta | Male | Senior | 00:40:50 |
| 15 | stuart | peckham | New Forest CC | Male | Veteran | 00:40:50 |
| 17 | Darryl | Strong | DHCyclesport | Male | Veteran | 00:41:02 |
| 18 | Drew | Hosie | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:41:22 |
| 19 | Tom | Butler | New Forest CC | Male | Senior | 00:41:42 |
| 20 | david | mainstone | 100% ME | Male | Veteran | 00:41:42 |
| 21 | Andrew | Rushmer | Velo Club Venta | Male | Senior | 00:41:53 |
| 22 | Darryl | Barr | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:42:04 |
| 23 | Stephen | Wood | Antelope Racing Team | Male | Veteran | 00:42:05 |
| 24 | James | Gill | DHCyclesport | Male | Senior | 00:42:33 |
| 25 | Sean | Holehouse | Sotonia CC | Male | Veteran | 00:43:30 |
| 25 | Warren | Peters | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:43:30 |
| 27 | Justin | Priest | DHCyclesport | Male | Senior | 00:43:47 |
| 28 | Mrs Sarah | Matthews | a3crg | Female | Veteran | 00:44:27 |
| 29 | Jonathan | Ashby | 34 Nomads CC | Male | Veteran | 00:45:17 |
| 30 | Jacob | Enness | 100% ME | Male | Juvenile | 00:45:42 |
| 31 | Oliver | Townsend | Sotonia CC | Male | Senior | 00:46:02 |
| 32 | Tom | Smith | 100% ME | Male | Juvenile | 00:47:19 |
| 33 | Dave | Ellis | Devizes Town Cycling Club | Male | Veteran | 00:47:53 |
| 34 | Chris | Wood | Sotonia CC | Male | Senior | 00:48:03 |
| 35 | Tim | Mason-Hambidge | DHCyclesport | Male | Senior | 00:48:06 |
| 36 | Sophie | Herbert | Southampton University Road Club | Female | Senior | 00:48:25 |
| 37 | Gemma | Wilks | Sotonia CC | Female | Senior | 00:48:59 |
| 38 | Steve | Wilks | Sotonia CC | Male | Veteran | 00:51:11 |
| 39 | luke | dear | 100% ME | Male | Juvenile | 00:51:27 |
| 40 | Roelie | Hempel | Southampton Tri Club | Female | Senior | 00:54:46 |
| 41 | kyle | dear | 100% ME | Male | Juvenile | 00:59:00 |
| Matt | Doherty | DHCyclesport | Male | Senior |
TT bike results
| 1 | James | Boyman | Farnham RC | Male | Senior | 00:32:49 |
| 2 | Gary | Chambers | Fareham Wheelers CC | Male | Senior | 00:33:46 |
| 3 | Stephen | Whitewick | VeloRefined.com Aerosmiths | Male | Veteran | 00:35:50 |
| 4 | Simon | Healey | Andover Wheelers | Male | Veteran | 00:36:00 |
| 5 | Rich | Heath | Oxted Cycle Club | Male | Senior | 00:36:30 |
| 6 | Simon | Berogna | Velo Club St Raphael | Male | Veteran | 00:36:34 |
| 7 | Andy | Smith | Velo Club St Raphael | Male | Veteran | 00:36:35 |
| 8 | Jamie | Franklin | Velo Club Venta | Male | Senior | 00:36:39 |
| 9 | Craig | Haslam | Tri UK | Male | Veteran | 00:36:42 |
| 10 | James | Peckham | Sotonia CC | Male | Senior | 00:37:23 |
| 11 | Paul | Morris | Fareham Wheelers CC | Male | Senior | 00:37:32 |
| 12 | William | Fleming | Velo Club Venta | Male | Veteran | 00:37:52 |
| 13 | Andrew | Rivett | Velo Club St Raphael | Male | Veteran | 00:37:53 |
| 14 | Patrick | Brennan | a3crg | Male | Senior | 00:38:13 |
| 15 | Jason | Hayles | IOW Cycling Club | Male | Espoir | 00:38:23 |
| 16 | Nick | Jones | Bournemouth Jubilee Whs | Male | Veteran | 00:38:43 |
| 17 | Vaughan | Marris | Fareham Wheelers CC | Male | Juvenile | 00:39:42 |
| 17 | Richard | Moore | Wyndymilla | Male | Veteran | 00:39:42 |
| 19 | Faye | Faber | IOW Cycling Club | Female | Senior | 00:39:56 |
| 20 | Mike | Anderson | Velo Club St Raphael | Male | Veteran | 00:40:08 |
| 21 | martin | beale | Velo Club St Raphael | Male | Veteran | 00:40:15 |
| 22 | Jonathan | Wren | Sotonia CC | Male | Senior | 00:40:18 |
| 23 | Stuart | Thompson | Andover Wheelers | Male | Veteran | 00:40:26 |
| 24 | Caitlin | Peters | i-Team CC | Female | Juvenile | 00:40:38 |
| 25 | Michelle | Walter | Bournemouth Arrow CC | Female | Veteran | 00:42:03 |
| 26 | Nicholas | Cooper | Andover Wheelers | Male | Veteran | 00:44:00 |
| 27 | colin | crocker | Sotonia CC | Male | Veteran | 00:44:19 |
| 28 | Mike | Boyce | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:44:47 |
| 29 | Martin | Jones | Fareham Wheelers CC | Male | Veteran | 00:45:29 |
| 30 | Caroline | Light | Sarum Velo | Female | Veteran | 00:46:50 |
| 31 | Simon | Craig-McFeely | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:47:14 |
| 32 | ken | rayson | a3crg | Male | Veteran | 00:50:18 |
| 33 | John | Burrows | Poole Whs | Male | Veteran | 00:51:28 |
Pipers Wait timed segment
| 1 | Kim | Little | 00:01:53 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kim | Little | 00:01:53 |
| 2 | James | Boyman | 00:01:54 |
| 3 | Gary | Chambers | 00:01:59 |
| 4 | Bob | Richardson | 00:02:01 |
| 4 | Ray | Claridge | 00:02:01 |
| 4 | James | Gill | 00:02:01 |
| 7 | Simon | Healey | 00:02:05 |
| 8 | PAUL | MUSTOW | 00:02:06 |
| 9 | Red | Walters | 00:02:08 |
| 9 | Paul | Morris | 00:02:08 |
| 9 | Rich | Heath | 00:02:08 |
| 9 | Craig | Haslam | 00:02:08 |
| 13 | Craig | Wallington | 00:02:10 |
| 13 | Chris | Wolton | 00:02:10 |
| 13 | Ed | Slot | 00:02:10 |
| 16 | liam | somerville | 00:02:11 |
| 16 | PAUL | LOCKYER | 00:02:11 |
| 18 | Jason | Hayles | 00:02:12 |
| 19 | Darryl | Strong | 00:02:14 |
| 19 | Jonathan | Wren | 00:02:14 |
| 19 | Stephen | Whitewick | 00:02:14 |
| 19 | James | Peckham | 00:02:14 |
| 23 | Stewart | Ward | 00:02:15 |
| 24 | David | Dalton | 00:02:16 |
| 25 | Andy | Smith | 00:02:17 |
| 26 | david | mainstone | 00:02:21 |
| 26 | William | Fleming | 00:02:21 |
| 28 | Andrew | Rushmer | 00:02:22 |
| 29 | Tom | Butler | 00:02:23 |
| 29 | stuart | peckham | 00:02:23 |
| 31 | Stephen | Wood | 00:02:24 |
| 32 | Rob | Sherrin | 00:02:25 |
| 32 | Andrew | Rivett | 00:02:25 |
| 32 | Sophie | Herbert | 00:02:25 |
| 35 | Simon | Berogna | 00:02:26 |
| 36 | Chris | Mccombie | 00:02:27 |
| 36 | Mike | Anderson | 00:02:27 |
| 38 | Jamie | Franklin | 00:02:28 |
| 39 | Vaughan | Marris | 00:02:31 |
| 39 | Michelle | Walter | 00:02:31 |
| 41 | Darryl | Barr | 00:02:32 |
| 42 | Patrick | Brennan | 00:02:33 |
| 43 | Drew | Hosie | 00:02:34 |
| 43 | Richard | Moore | 00:02:34 |
| 45 | Faye | Faber | 00:02:35 |
| 46 | Caitlin | Peters | 00:02:36 |
| 47 | Sean | Holehouse | 00:02:37 |
| 48 | Tom | Smith | 00:02:38 |
| 48 | Sarah | Matthews | 00:02:38 |
| 48 | Nick | Jones | 00:02:38 |
| 51 | Stuart | Thompson | 00:02:41 |
| 52 | Warren | Peters | 00:02:42 |
| 52 | martin | beale | 00:02:42 |
| 54 | Justin | Priest | 00:02:44 |
| 55 | Dave | Ellis | 00:02:56 |
| 55 | colin | crocker | 00:02:56 |
| 55 | Oliver | Townsend | 00:02:56 |
| 58 | Chris | Wood | 00:02:59 |
| 59 | Tim | Mason-Hambidge | 00:03:00 |
| 60 | Jonathan | Ashby | 00:03:02 |
| 61 | Gemma | Wilks | 00:03:05 |
| 62 | luke | dear | 00:03:07 |
| 63 | Mike | Boyce | 00:03:11 |
| 64 | Ben | Coward | 00:03:12 |
| 65 | eva | nyirenda | 00:03:19 |
| 66 | Jacob | Enness | 00:03:21 |
| 67 | kyle | dear | 00:03:24 |
| 67 | ken | rayson | 00:03:24 |
| 69 | Martin | Jones | 00:03:27 |
| 70 | Simon | Craig-McFeely | 00:03:29 |
| 71 | Steve | Wilks | 00:03:37 |
| 72 | Nicholas | Cooper | 00:03:40 |
| 73 | Caroline | Light | 00:03:52 |
| 74 | John | Burrows | 00:04:02 |
| 75 | Roelie | Hempel | 00:04:41 |