https://thebunch.johnstone-wheelers.co.uk/index.php?/rss/2-johnstone-jets-latest.xml/Johnstone Jets LatestenWe like this. Lusia Steele: original 2008 Jet, Jet coach and daughter of Wheelr @KennyS off to Bulgaria this week. GB elite sprint squad, Euro champs. Nice.Sat, 07 Nov 2020 16:46:41 +0000Hi Jets I was getting ferry tickets in Dunoon and the lady handed me over a XS jets long sleeve winter jacket, said it was left there a while back. I brought back home with me, does anybody belong to it?Mon, 22 Apr 2019 16:09:53 +0000I have a set of Navigator Pista Tubular rims that are taking up space and I have no use for. (no tubs fitted) Happy to give them away - either to a Jet directly or if the club can make use.Thu, 21 Feb 2019 20:51:40 +0000-Mon, 03 Sep 2018 21:52:12 +0000just wondering if this might be of any interest to anyone... £39.99 for a full alloy road frame and forks http://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/FRPXGIOV/planet-x-giovanissimi-childrens-aluminum-race-frameset---external-headset IanThu, 07 Jan 2016 16:38:51 +0000We're delighted to announce that Tarmac, the UK's leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions company, will continue their sponsorship of Johnstone Jets Youth Cycling complete with their new Company branding Martin Mulholland of Johnstone Jets stated 'Tarmac is a leading company nationwide. Their continued support will allow the Johnstone Jets to further invest in Coach and Volunteer Development whilst providing quality, accessible cycle coaching for Youths in the Renfrewshire area' http://www.tarmac.com/about-us/Mon, 02 Nov 2015 22:42:27 +0000Johnstone Jets Youth Cycling is delighted to announce its new sponsor, Dooley's Cycles of Paisley. Dooley's will sponsor the Jets until the end of season 2018. Dooley's Cycles, established 1951, is Renfrewshire's longest established cycling shop and has a great history of supporting local, regional and national teams and events. Owner Ian Dooley said "I'm really looking forward to helping support the Johnstone Jets. The club is doing great work at the grass roots of cycling as well as identifying and developing talent to a national level. Our shop caters for beginners, amateur and professional cyclists, so I believe this is going to work well for Jets members and their parents." Johnstone Jets secretary James Simpson said "This is fantastic news for the Jets. Dooley's financial support is great, but it's also great for us to have a partnership with a local bike shop where members can go for help, specialist advice and member offers" http://www.dooleys-cycles.co.uk/ Note: Dooley's Cycles joins Tarmac as sponsors of Johnstone Jets Youth CyclingFri, 30 Oct 2015 22:36:15 +0000Well done to Jets Sarah Bradford and Greg Henderson, both selected for Scottish Cycling's iDevelop Track Cycling Project. This is a new programme, aimed at identifying and developing riders towards full membership of the Performance Development Programme. They've both got a very busy winter in front of them. Good luck both, and dig in!Thu, 30 Oct 2014 21:15:52 +0000Tue, 16 Sep 2014 21:43:06 +0000Congratulations to Sarah Bradford and Lusia Steele on their Gold medals at the Scottish Youth Track Championships today at Meadowbank Sarah took gold in the Under 16 Girls 500m Time Trial before following up with a Bronze in the Sprint Lusia took gold in the Under 14 Girls Omnium More medal opportunities tomorrow as the Jets go in the Under 12 Omnium, Youth A Pursuit and Points Race http://www.johnstone-wheelers.co.uk/club-information/records-and-titles/scottishSat, 30 Aug 2014 17:54:56 +0000Fri, 22 Aug 2014 18:29:30 +0000Four of our Jets gained entry to the International Youth Tour at the weekend, organised by Cycling Development North West Danny Mulholland - Youth A Boys Sarah Bradford - Youth A Girls Jess Millar - Youth A Girls Lusia Steele - Youth B Girls The event is part of the BC National Series and is five stages over three days at closed circuit venues in Preston, Blackpool and Lancaster. (The facilities at Preston and Lancaster would make any Scottish cyclist weep) Being part of the National Series, this event attracts the best from the UK and Ireland and our youngsters represented the yellow and blue of Johnstone extremely well with consistent, attacking riding at the front of the respective bunches with the Jets joining the breaks, driving the bunch and featuring in the final sprints. The aggressive, thoughtful type of riding that the youngsters are being encouraged to produce A summary of the Tour is on the BC website http://www.britishcycling.org.uk/road/article/roa20140525-road-Latest-news-from-the-2014-North-West-Youth-Tour-0 with further info and a host of pics on the Jets Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/JohnstoneJets?ref=tn_tnmn As coaches, we know that we have other riders who can compete at this level and we'll look to take a larger Johnstone representation next year Full results are now available on the CDNW site http://www.cdnw.org/NWYT_Stage_Results.htmlTue, 27 May 2014 22:52:30 +0000Thought we would do it again!! Last year we proposed a cycle for the Jets (and accompanying parents!) and proved to be a good outing. This year the weather is looking favourable for the 29th December 2013 and plan was to meet at 12 Taylor Avenue in Kilbarchan and embark on a trip along the cycle track to Lochwinnoch, those wishing to stretch their legs could go onto Kilbirnie and the fitter and more energetic could head for the Barrhill circuit. All returning to Kilbarchan for soup and cake! if interested let me know (RSVP) etc. Regards TonyThu, 26 Dec 2013 14:30:11 +0000The Johnstone Jets Lafarge Tarmac Youth CX will be held on Saturday 16th November 2013 at the On-X Leisure Centre, Linwood. First things first. It's not on tarmac. It's on grass. Loads of it. Lafarge Tarmac are the new Sponsors of Johnstone Jets Youth Cycling and very pleased we are to have them onboard We had planned to run five separate races but, at the time of entries closing online, the number of Youth A (U16) riders entered means that they'll be riding with the Youth B's (U14) The race schedule is as follows 0800 Course Set up 0900 Sign-on opens 1000 Under 8 10mins + lap 1020 Under 10 10mins + lap 1040 Under 12 15mins + lap 1105 Under 14 30mins + lap 1105 Under 16 30mins + lap 1200 Presentation Venue A big thanks to Renfrewshire Leisure for their continued support in allowing us to use their facilities The On-X Leisure Centre opened earlier this year and has been a huge success. Shower facilities are available at the Centre but why not take advantage of the superb pool and other faciiities after the race ON-X Linwood Brediland Road Linwood Scotland PA3 3RA http://www.renfrewshireleisure.com/centre/linwoodsc.asp When arriving at the Leisure Centre please follow the directions of the Renfrewshire Staff who will be marshalling the car park. We will have use of the old access road and the overflow car park. Please consider other users of the Leisure Centre and please remember to remove heavily soiled over garments / footwear prior to entering facility. No cycling shoes in the Centre either pleae There is a Cafe in the Leisure Centre Sign On Sign on opens at 09:00 and there will be a Fast-Track Lane for those who have kindly pre-entered. Sign On for the U8 and U10 race closes at 09:30 and sign on for all ALL other races will close at 1000. Entry on day will be available at a cost of £6 per rider Electronic Timing Electronic timing will be used for all races so please ensure you collect your chip when signing on and please remember to return it at the end of your race or else Mark Young of MYEventtiming will be after you As with all events, any support in terms of marshalling, etc is gratefully appreciated. Please drop an email to Race Organiser Kenny Steele or ask for Kenny on the day Finally, bring your wellies and warm weather gear. The course is open with very little in the way of shelter Finally finally, a big thanks to the guys at Scottish Cyclocross. Although not part of the Series, Scottish Cyclocross have been very supportive in helping promote the event and lend their stakes for marking the course http://www.scottishcyclocross.org.uk We look forward to welcoming you to LinwoodFri, 15 Nov 2013 08:16:23 +0000Hi, Are any Jets planning on going to this event on 8th December, that might have room in a car for Hamish plus bike? Unfortunately neither myself or his mum are able to take him that day. We plan to enter the other races at Strathclyde Park and Irvine Beach and would be happy to give anyone a lift there that want one. Regards, JamesSun, 03 Nov 2013 18:06:51 +0000Tue, 25 Jun 2013 09:50:23 +0000Is anyone else going to Millport? Hamish wants to know. We are getting the 9.15 ferry from Largs. EmmaSat, 22 Jun 2013 08:22:12 +0000Hi See post in Bunch. AlanSun, 12 May 2013 21:47:48 +0000Hi, Is anyone going to this or the other events in this series? Regards, JamesSat, 20 Apr 2013 21:17:53 +0000any jets want to go to glentress today leaving about tenish wear warm clothes for it will be cold HamishSat, 16 Feb 2013 08:25:42 +0000The 2012 Scottish Cycling Cyclocross Championships have been rescheduled to 10th February 2013 at Strathclyde Park. Those who had entered for the original event will automatically have their entry carried forward, however if you cannot make that date please contact the organiser and your entry will be withdrawn and entry fee returned. Are you entered for this? Hope you are ready cos it's tomorrow!Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:31:43 +0000West Lothian Clarion Youth Cyclo-Cross 24th February West Lothian Clarion are holding a youth cyclo-cross race at Linlithgow Leisure Centre on 24th February - grass roots racing for under 16s which will also include the 2012 Mid-Scotland Championships.Sat, 09 Feb 2013 18:22:34 +0000http://www.tourseries.co.uk/relaunch.html A wee bird tells me that this will take place on the 14th May, if you fancy a trip to Kirkcaldy. Should be youth racing to support the main event. Keep you posted!Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:21:37 +0000See http://www.facebook....522882494411847 A series of 6 races over 3 days to get the season started. There will be races for Under 10, Under 12, Under 14 and Under 16 Youths and for Junior Women. The races will be held at the Ingliston Showground on Saturday 23 February, Saturday 2 March and Saturday 16 March. Get entered!Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:18:00 +0000Calling all youth A and B Jets: British Cycling National School of Racing Road-specific training, East Fortune, 29th March. Enter online at http://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/86386/National-School-of-Racing Closing date for entries: 12th March With NSRs BC aim to give younger riders the opportunity to have a taste of the discipline, skill, speed and endurance levels which will be required of them in the future. It is a lesson in racing. • Open to riders born in 1997, 1998, 1999 or 2000. (any female who is a junior rider in 2013 is also very welcome) • Regularly racing at a regional and/or national level. • Have evidence of participation in Go-Ride club or holiday scheme or BC or British Triathlon GROUP coaching sessions. For this event you will need road bikes only (no tri-bars please). BC can accommodate a maximum of three groups of 40 riders (Girls, Youth A Boys and Youth B boys) on each session. Get your entry in!Thu, 07 Feb 2013 17:06:18 +0000