Season Wrap Up

So, with my final race of 2011 done and dusted it's time to say a few thank you's to all the people who have helped make this year happen and be successful. Not everything has gone to plan and that is mainly due to an unfortunate crash in Les Gets which resulted in a broken clavicle and a metal plate being screwed in to hold me together. In spite of this I have thoroughly enjoyed being back mountain bike racing and i'm looking forward to 2012 and the many challenges that will be thrown my way.

These are all the people I owe a huge amount of gratitude for there help and generosity, check out there websites where you will find some of the best cycling products on the market at the moment.

GT Racing UK - Bikes with character and heritage that go really fast.
Rock and Road Cycles - Bridge of Allen - Well stocked and knowledgeable shop kindly supplied me with Giro shoes, helmet and gloves.
Eyewear Outlet - Official Oakley Outlet Store.
Crank Brothers - Wheels, Bars, Seatposts and Pedals - Solid products that do there job extremely well.
muc-off - Kept my bike running smooth in 2011 with their extensive cleaning and maintenance products.
High-Five - Advanced Sports Nutrition for every occasion.

I have managed to get my hands in the air a few times this season and some of the highlights include.

1st place - SXC Series Rounds 1-4 + Overall
1st place - Scottish Cyclo Cross Championships and series
3rd place - Rd 4 UCI C2 NPS Margam Park
2nd - Frome Cobble Wobble
Climbing (with bikes) Ben Nevis at midnight and descending once the sun had risen

So thats it for 2011, see you on the other side of Hogmany.

Season of highs...

... and lows

Scottish CX -The Final Weekend

View from Glengorm Castle, Isle of Mull

To kick off my blog, here is a spot of light hearted action from the final round of the 2011 Scottish CX series which took place at the stunning venue of Glengorm Castle on the Isle of Mull. Second place on saturday saw me wrap up the overall series title with a round to spare. This opened the door to ride and win the Santa Claus CX World Championships on Sunday.

Ready for the off ...

Enjoy the video Dig In! Episode 6, part 2, Check out the rest of the seasons action over at the Dig In Mate!  youtube channel.