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2008

January

4th place at Nationals for Alex
With the form gained in Belgium, Alex stormed to 4th place in the under 23's category in the national cyclo cross champs this weekend. On a freezing cold day Alex showed that his Belgian experience is paying off with a confident ride that should pave the way for great results in the last few weeks of the season.

2007

November

26th place for Alex in Belgium
Continuing his Belgian campaign, Alex finished 26th in the GP Stad Hasselt against the top Espoirs in Belgium. In a race that included several professional riders, Alex performed strongly and is looking forward to receiving further invites from promotors keen to encourage emerging international talent.

New Signing Alex Atkins performs on the world stage
New Signing, Alex Atkins is currently racing on the ultra-tough cyclo-cross courses of Belgium. in only his fourth race of the cyclo-cross season, Alex raced the koppenberg cross at Oudenaarde and finished 26th in the espoir category. From this result, Alex has been offered a ride in this weekends Super Prestige race in Belgium against the worlds best riders.

October

Thanks to all our sponsors for supporting us in 2007
After a fantastic road season that has seen the team take some great wins, the riders and management from the Pacific Flanders RT would to take this opportunity to thank all the sponsors and supporters who have supported us in 2007. We look forward to representing you all in 2008!!

September

Dan finishes season with a bang
A great ride in the final SE seriec race of the year saw Dan take 10th place on the day, but unfortunatley high scoring by his competitors saw him drop to 7th overall. Still a fantastic result for a young rider who started this season off as a second cat!

Support 'Ibbo's Cake Quest'!
On the 14th October there will be a sportif to raise money for the John Ibbotson memorial Fund. John rode for both the Flanders team as a professional, and subsequently rode for the Pacific Team in the early days of the team. Find more details online at www.fit-for.com

SE Series 7 - another top 10 for Dan
10th place on the Benenden circuit saw Dan consolidate his overall position in the SE series. Supported by Mark Daly who eventually finished 23rd, Dan is now looking for a great ride in the final race of the series to achieve a lucrative podium position

August

Busy Bank Holiday for Dan
9th Place at the tough Cycle Kingdom Classic sees Dan jump into 4th place overall in the South East Series. With 2 races still to go in the series, Dan is now a serious challenger for the overall title, especially given the hilly nature of the final 2 rounds... watch this space!

The next day, August Bank Holiday, Dan finished a whisker away from the podium in 4th place at the Dunton curcuit races beating several elite riders in the process.

Dan takes Pacific Flanders RT biggest ever win
Overcoming tough elite opposition Dan sprinted to victory in the prestigious SE series race promoted by London Dynamo. With the series points gained, Dan will also now be heading for a top 10 placing in the series

July

Another win means a first cat licence for Dan
Riding to his second win of the season, Dan also scored the vital points he needed for his first cat licence, beating 2 professional riders in the process!

Dan in the money in Belgium
In a flying visit to Belgium, Dan scored 19th in the Izegem De Bosmolens, and 21st in another local event. Great results for a first attempt at Kermesse racing!

Dan wins in Kent
On the Chilham circuit, Dan proved to be the strongest rider in a break that went from the gun. Dans first win of 2007 will be a huge boost to the team morale and comes on the back of an impressive ride in the recent BUSA champs.

June

Dan - So close in BUSA champs
In the BUSA (British Universities Sports Association) championships, Daniel scored a fantastic second place against strong opposition, taking him ever closer to his first category licence, and scoring a confidence boosting podium finish for the team.

Central Region Championships - top ten placing for Scott
Following on from his recent run of form, Scott raced to an impressive 7th place in the Central Region Championships. Won by seasoned professional, Gordon Macauley, the race was run in searing temperatures and Scott showed his class to finish in 7th place as the placed first second cat rider.

Top 20 for Daniel in Eastern Region Championships
Against strong opposition, Dan secured an excellent 13th place in the Eastern Region Championship and was the second placed under 23 rider.

May

Scott 3rd at Hillingdon!

Against some of the best crit riders in the South, Scott achieved his first podium placing of 2007 beating several noted elite riders in the process.

Top 20 for Daniel in South East Series
Daniel kept the teams South East Series hopes alive in a rain soaked running of the Bec CC road, finishing an excellent 16th and first placed under 23 rider.

April

SERRL

On a hilly Brenchly circuit that suited him down to the ground, Daniel showed the off his good form, finishing an excellent 5th behind some very experienced riders.

Surrey League 3 day
Daniel and Scott were in the thick of the action all weekend, with Scott taking a fine 9th place on stage one, and Daniel making the selection on stage 3 to score a fantastic 5th place, securing an excellent 13th place overall.

March

Lewis Wins at hillingdon!

No stranger to winning at Hillingdon, Lewis sprinted to victory at the final round of the Beyond Mountain Bikes Spring Series to give the new look Pacific Flanders team it first victory of 2007.

Wally Gimber Road Race
Riding amongst the professionals and the top amateur riders in the South of England, Lewis Atkins proved his strength and experience to place 10th in the opening round of the South East series.


Pacific Flanders Cycle Racing Team, based in Surrey UK