Reivers Awards
Each year the club celebrates those who embody the Reivers spirit the most. Nominations are invited from across the club with every member able to vote.
Road Captain of the Year
This Cup is awarded to the Ride Leader who, in the opinion of the Club Members, has contributed most to ensuring that well led Club Rides take place on a regular period. The winner will have shown an outstanding empathy for other riders, guiding them diligently and safely throughout the Year.
2023: Mally Armstrong
As well as being a ride leader on official club rides, Mally organises & runs unofficial Tuesday rides throughout the year. He’s a superb ride leader, welcoming & taking care of newcomers & supporting those lacking in confidence. He’s creative with his routes & works hard to ensure his rides are well organised, enjoyable & suitable for everyone taking part. “All those pensioner rides must take some thought & organising!”
Outstanding Achievement
This Cup is awarded to the Reiver who has demonstrated the highest level of determination and greatest achievement throughout the year. The winner will have shown true Reiver Spirit by riding further, higher whilst still maintaining a sense of humour.
2023: Julie Simpson
Julie is a regular on club rides & very supportive of club events. She’s never put off by the weather - if only a couple of riders go out, Julie will be one of them! She’s always willing to ride on the front & pull everyone else along. Julie has already cycled over 10,500 miles this year. Does she never stop?!
Palace Cycles Shield for Reiver of the Year
This Shield is awarded to the Club Member who has demonstrated throughout the year a selfless commitment to ensure that the Club's interests and reputation are maintained to the highest standard. The winner of this award, will be considered by their peers, to have given the most time and energy to the Club.
2023 : Mally Armstrong
Mally has been ever present throughout the year. The true strength of a cycling club is in how active it is and Mally’s consistent organisation and leadership of rides, and his encouragement and support of riders, ensures that Carlisle Reivers are by far the most active & supportive cycling club around. Riders have noted that by going out on Tuesday rides they have grown in confidence and improved their bike fitness, which wouldn’t have happened without Mally’s input. Mally relentlessly and selflessly gives his time & energy to the club, demonstrating the best spirit of the club. He is well liked and highly respected well deserving of this award.
The club is grateful for the continued support given by Palace Cycles
Previous Award Winners
