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A large and high‑quality field made the journey from all four corners of the UK to Blackmore, Essex, to take on the infamous Vipers - the iconic home circuit of the Shaftesbury Cycling Club. With riders aged from 13 to 82, the event showcased the full breadth of British time trialling talent on a beautiful, sunny spring day.

A fast start and a fluid leaderboard

Shaftesbury CC’s own Mark Billyard, wearing number 1, set the early benchmark and led the field for the first hour. As the pre‑race favourites began to roll through, the leaderboard became a constant carousel of changing positions.

Thanks to CTT|Live, results streamed into HQ in real time, drawing crowds of riders and spectators who gathered around screens to watch the drama unfold.

Outstanding performances across all categories

With strong rides on both TT bikes and road bikes, the event delivered worthy winners in every category. Performances were competitive, spirited, and reflective of the high calibre of the field.

Category Winners

• Female Road Bike: Lucy Harris

• Female Time Trial Bike: Laura Davies

• Open Hand Cycle: Geoff Pickin

• Open Road Bike: Colin Ward

• Open Time Trial Bike: Matt Rossiter

• Female Junior: Eloise Ward

• Open Junior: Leon Atkins

• Open TT Bike Team: George Fox Cycling Solutions

• Open Road Bike Team: Redbridge CC

Each winner delivered a performance worthy of the Vipers’ reputation - fast, focused, and fiercely competitive.

A huge congratulations to all category winners and a big thank‑you to every rider who took part. The Vipers once again proved why it remains one of the most respected and eagerly anticipated circuits on the calendar.