First round of the Linc’s Cyclo-Cross League was promoted by Sleaford Whs at the Ancaster Kart Track venue. An interesting course with a mix of fast grass sections interspersed with technical climbs of the surrounding raised bank and a sand pit thrown to provide some spectator excitement. Conditions were relatively warm ensuring a fast pace throughout.

Ofthe club riders taking part Isla Kolbert was 2nd girl and 14th overall in the Under 14s. Max Kolbert 7th in the under 12s. Older sister Amy has moved upto the Junuior category and rode well in the longer 40 minute race with the senor ladies to finish 4th overall (2nd Junior) with Julie Clark 6th (2nd vet).

Ex-wheeler Johus Hemmings,. now at college in North London and riding for Verulam CC was 4th in the male juniors. Of the veterans Simon Cocker riding his first race since pre-covid was 45th (5th Vet 60) and Paul Conneely riding for VC Veldrijden 33rd (12th Vet 50).

Next week its onto South Elkington promoted by Louth Cycle Centre