Vive Le Velo 10

Thomas Lee (Team Bottrill) and Vanessa Barker (Hull Thursday RC) claimed victory at the Vive Le Velo 10-Mile Time Trial on 10 August 2025, delivering standout performances on the V718 course in Yorkshire. Lee posted an unmatched 18:03 for the open win, while Barker topped the women’s category with 22:58, in a race that honoured the "Super V" course's legacy and saw a fixed-gear course record nod to organizer Steve Burrows (Vive Le Velo).

Powering Through the V718

The V718, a 10-mile fast course, saw riders battling drags in lovely morning conditions. Lee continued his strong form—runner-up at the National 25, fourth at the National 100, and third at the National 50—finishing 12 seconds ahead of Adam Duggleby (ADDFORM Vive Le Velo ) (18:15) and Simon Wilson (HUUB WattShop) (18:16). Casper Von Folsach (HUUB WattShop) led the road bike category with 19:28 (7th overall), Jymmy Trevor (City RC (Hull)) topped tricycles with 23:44, and the tandem duo Joshua Dunham (Velo Club St Raphael) and Kirstie Drakeford (Jadan Vive Le Velo) clocked 19:56.

Barker enjoyed her return to the course, finishing ahead of Samantha Bissell (City RC (Hull)) (23:14) and Angela Hannon-Flaherty (Seacroft Whs) (23:46). “It was a lovely morning for it,” Barker said. “There were a couple of drags which I felt in the legs after racing Wednesday night. Great to be back racing on the course—we had the wind at us on the way out.” Burrows blasted a fixed-gear course record.

Road Bike Category Highlights

The road bike category delivered exciting racing, with Casper Von Folsach (HUUB WattShop) setting a strong benchmark at 19:28 for the win, placing seventh overall. George Fox (George Fox Cycling Solutions ) followed closely in second with 20:14, showcasing the category's competitiveness. William Turley (Clifton CC York) (22:29) added depth, highlighting how road bikes held their own against TT setups on the fast V718. This segment underscored the growing appeal of road bike time trialling, with participants praising the even conditions that allowed for personal bests.

Age Group Highlights

The event highlighted depth across age groups, with Veteran categories (40+ in 5-year bands) showcasing experience. In the open field Stuart Wells (Lindsey Roads Cycling Club) (AG 50-54) shone with a 20:09. Alan Gay (Vive Le Velo) (AG 75-79) clocked in at 32:47 with Mike Cole (Huddersfield RC) (AG 80-84) riding a 29:37.

Future Ambitions

Lee's victory caps a stellar run, with eyes on more nationals. Barker, noting the tough drags, looks forward to future races. Their wins celebrate the V718's return, with Burrows' fixed-gear effort adding a unique touch.

Event and Course Details

The Vive Le Velo 10-Mile TT, organized under CTT rules by Vive Le Velo, unfolded on the V718 course, a 10-mile fast route in Yorkshire, attracting riders to its speedy layout and drawing praise for the "Super V" revival.

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