Author: Aynsley Brown

Urgent appeal to find family of cyclist after a collision in Abingdon

 

This appeal from Thames Valley Police:

The force was called to the road traffic collision in Drayton Road at about 4.15pm today.

A cyclist, who was riding the pictured bicycle, had come off his bicycle.

It is not believed that any other vehicles were involved in the collision.

Thames Valley Police has been attempting to locate the man’s next of kin and is appealing for anyone who knows him to come forward.

Investigating officer, Police Sergeant Chris Ruff of the Roads Policing Unit, said: “The cyclist is a white man in his forties or fifties, about 5ft 8ins, of slim build with greying hair, a brown beard and blue eyes.

“He was wearing blue lycra shorts, a blue top and a grey and blue helmet.

“We are releasing a picture of his bicycle which is a dark green Moulton with a cream coloured seat.

“We have tried to locate the man’s next of kin but without success at this stage of the investigation, therefore we are publishing this appeal in the hope his family comes forward.

“The man is currently in the John Radcliffe Hospital with serious injuries.

“Anyone who thinks they might know the man please call police on 101 and quote reference number 1037 (3/6).

“We also want to hear from anyone who saw the cyclist in the vicinity of Drayton Road this afternoon.”

MOULTON PRESERVATION RETURNS !

 

“ We are happy to announce that, after our move from Chelsea, Moulton Preservation is up and running again.
Our new address is "LANDALLS”, 37 FERRING STREET, FERRING, WEST SUSSEX, BN12 5JN
We will be offering the same services, with one major change.
Series One rear forks may still be sent to us for immediate swap with a ready-repaired set but if you prefer your own pair worked on and returned,
please send them directly to our expert brazer, Gary Hall, 2 Alexandra Cottages, Hardings Lane, Penge, London SE 20 7JJ
Please enclose details of your return address and £65, payable to “Gary Hall”, which includes return postage.
 
Remember that both Gary and Moulton Preservation operate from private addresses, not workshops, so, please, no callers.
We can only welcome Moultoneers by prior arrangement.
 
With apologies for the break in our service. Looking forward to seeing you at Richmond Park in August
 
Zoe & Michael.

Alex Moulton Memorial Weekend ~ 7th & 8th April 2018

The 2018 Alex Moulton Memorial Weekend on Saturday 7th April at The Moulton Bicycle Company, Bradford–on-Avon was well attended despite a damp start. The rain cleared up during the morning and the sun decided to put in  a weak appearance a few times.

We had over 50 attending, with 2 new members joining the Club at the gate entry, 1 membership renewal and 2 takers for the Weekend Membership Pass.  Hopefully, the ambience of the event and the spirit of fellowship between Moultoneers will persuade the weekend members to join the Club for the full year.

Moulton Bicycle Company were selling a very wide range of parts from their Showroom. It was a weather-proof treasure trove!  There were also a few sellers who had Moultonalia for sale. A few more sellers would have been welcome. Maybe the poor weather forecast put them off.

Club Secretary Mark Taylor and his son, Tom, did a sterling job providing teas, coffees and delightful cakes decorated with the Club logo.

The escorted factory tour in the late morning was very popular. It was overbooked! Dan Farrell generously obliged with a second tour at noon.

There were 3 on the Saturday afternoon ride to the Cross Guns at Avoncliffe and 18 on the Sunday ride to Edington.

All in all, considering the threat of rain, it was a good BoA Weekend !