We are now towards the end of the Summer Series with only one round to go; positions to date are attached.  This years’ series has been popular again with 30 plus riders at each round.  Thanks must go to Nick Wilford for laying out the sections for 3 of the trials and Craig Wilford and the Nunn brothers for stepping in when Nick was unavailable.  Congratulations to Laura and Nick on the birth of their daughter Connie, who is now doing well.
Thanks also to Andy Lee for allowing us the use of the Moto Parc.  This is an ideal venue for the Friday night wobble and great that we can store all the markers on site, making it much easier for the organisers.

So to the fifth and last round - to be held on Saturday 21st August at Abington Park Farm.
The trial will start at 3.00pm and to mark the 60th Anniversary of the clubs’ formation it will be followed by a barbeque (roll, sausages and burgers) which will be free.  All members and their family welcome. 
It would be particularly nice to see our associate members who help observe during the year also any former members who are still in contact.  You do not need to enter the trial before the day but I would like to know how many will be at the barbeque for catering purposes.  Please bring your own drinks, alcoholic or otherwise and if you wish to cook something more exotic you can use the BBQ.

If there is a demand there will also be a practice trial from 12.00md – 2.00pm for beginners, youths and raw novices.  This will be conducted, Nick and Simon will be on hand to give advice.  All riders in the practice trial must enter the trial proper.  Please let me know if you would like to ride in the practice trial.  So to summarise the day will run as follows:-

Final round Summer Series at Abington Park Farm (off A11 follow signs nurseries)
            12.00 – 2.00pm    Practice Trial (for beginners, youths and raw novices) numbers required
            3.00 – 5.00pm      Fifth Summer Series Trial (enter on day)
            5.30pm                 Barbeque (numbers please)

The next open trial is the Harvest Trial on 12th September at the Sand Pit, Widdington near Newport, Essex.  This event incorporates a round of the South Midland Centre Intermediate, 50/50 and Novice Championship.  John Byford will be in charge as Clerk of the Course and Secretary of the Meeting.  Regs. and entry form are on the club website and will be published in the August TSM.  If possible please enter before the day as it makes it so much easier for the secretary and please send to John NOT Margaret as we will be away at this time.

At our recent committee meeting the question of awards was discussed.  It was agreed to keep the same arrangement i.e. BP plus 10% first class 10% second class in each class subject to entries in each class.  However, it appears that some riders although keen to be in the awards are not bothered about actually receiving a trophy.  It was agreed that in future award winners could opt not to receive a trophy and the equivalent cost would be donated to the ACU Benevolent Fund.  We are in no way encouraging riders to take this option as we know that some riders , particularly the younger members, are very proud of the shields and glasses and of course the perpetual  cups will be presented as usual.  If you have any thoughts on this matter please let me know.

Please email:  margaretnunn@btinternet.com or Tel: 01223 860829 for a ride in practice trial and numbers for the barbeque

Colin & Margaret