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Si_Walker

All riders participated as planned. A great ride out and a bit faster than planned but all six riders out, came back together. Thanks chaps.

Si_Walker

I'll lead a ride to Warwick (56 miles), 09:00 start, which will be about 15 mph, taking a longer route out (31 miles) than back, via Snitterfield. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33423740 Probably stop at the Tilted Wig on the square, where they usually have outdoor seating, but other options are ava...

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As captioned, an interesting short (~20mins) documentary currently available on the BBC iPlayer.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000n990

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Hi Si, please add me Si Walker and Si Turner. (any one else can change their name to 'Si')

Si_Walker

Richard, I’m going to bale out (literally) of today’s ride. Don’t fancy an all day soaking, sorry.

Si_Walker

Hi Pete, I'd like to join you please.

Si_Walker

bikercolin wrote: ↑
19 Sep 2020 15:16
Can I come too please

Added to the list

Si_Walker

Si Turner aded by request.

Si_Walker

I'll lead a ride to Warwick, steady pace meet at the BH at 09:00 for 09;15. Weather forcecast is good Please bring a mask in case needed. The route is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33423740 Riders will be limited to SIX. Riders are: Si Walker Si Turner Colin Hall All riders participated as planned ...

Si_Walker

Here are just a few of Beacon riders on the hill climb to supplement George's photos

https://flic.kr/s/aHsmQJk1xk

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Simmo wrote: ↑
12 Sep 2020 12:44
Si I’m going to flip onto the C ride to Lavender Hall sorry but I’ve got so much on at the mo I need to get back as early as possible.

Ok, Si thanks for letting me know.

Si_Walker

PeteNorman wrote: ↑
12 Sep 2020 10:12
Sorry guys I am not able to ride on Sunday.

We need to go and see our grandchildren and children before Plague Village rulings set in on Tuesday.

Pete

Thanks for letting me know Pete.

Si_Walker

I'll lead a ride after the hill climb (probably starting about 11:00ish), it will be about 40 miles in total, with a cafe stop (Jinney Ring) after 14 miles. Then 26 miles back to the BH. Though it will probably be too late for breakfast by the time we arrive, you might want to bring a sandwich to ea...

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Riders today were as follows, a few changes pre-ride. Si Walker (leading) Fenella Brown Richard Chaplin Noel O'Dwyer (swopped across from the other Worcs ride) David Stephenson Philip Whiteman (at the cafe) Thanks for your patience when I had to stop to take a couple calls. (James and George Bendle ...

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I'll take a ride to Worcester Country Park, 47 miles, out via Droitwich, return via Barnt Grn. Possibly a chilly start to the day. Please sign up below, riders limited to SIX please and bring a mask (just in case). Meet at 09:00 'C' riders are welcome. The route will be https://ridewithgps.com/route...

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George wrote: ↑
30 Aug 2020 18:03
Thanks for a great ride, Si.

George, it was a pleasure, a very sociable ride, thanks to all who came along.

Si_Walker

Alcester riders were as follows and we stopped as the Parisienne Cafe in the courtyard on a sunny but cool day

George Barker
Phil Gameson
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Noel O'Dwyer
Si Walker - Leading

Si_Walker

I'll take a B/C ride to Alcester, 14-15 mph, 09:00 for 09:15 start. I've not booked a cafe, so we will take pot luck with this. Out via Barnt Green, & Bradley Green return via Tanworth & Danzey Green https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29104799 Riders limited to 6, please sign up below. Weather is likely...

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Phil, thanks, an enjoyable route, challenging in parts, but varied. I have to admit to feeling fatigued on the return after walking lots yesterday, however a good day outI

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Phil, I'll join you this morning at the Black Horse if you are going to Wyre Forest.

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Ive had a new tyre get damaged in a similar way by the tyre sliding into a crack in the road, tearing the side wall. IMHO - bin it. Not worth the risk. A boot is Ok at protecting the inside and further flats in the short term, but it will be subject to wear and abuse on the outside, which will only ...

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Euge wrote: ↑
15 Aug 2020 22:56
Si, I’ll see you at Quantry Lane just after Dayhouse Bank. I’ll be there at 8:15 waiting.

Ok, bring a coat!

Si_Walker

Si, I was supposed to be going on holiday this weekend... but suddenly I'm not. So I may pitch up at the café. Don't count me in the six though, because I won't be riding with the group (unless you catch me on the road -- my route will be the same as yours for the last few kilometres). If there are...

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Euge wrote: ↑
15 Aug 2020 08:19
I’m up for that ride Si. If it’s peeing down before leaving home I might not come.

Euge, I'll add you to the list.

Si_Walker

I'll lead a ride to Toddington, stopping at the railway cafe at 44 miles. Distance is 82 Miles return, out via Droitwich and return via Charlton and Bishampton, pace will be 14-15 mph. Weather looks like it will be quite wet before 8:00 but settling down to be damp until mid afternoon. Hopefully not...

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Andy Terry wrote: ↑
08 Aug 2020 20:06
I'll meet at the same place as George.

OK, thanks

Si_Walker

Sorry to mess you about Si but I'm going to have to pull out of the ride. My Mom and Dad's dog's kennels have had to cancel on them and at late notice can't get him in anywhere so I'm going to have to stay with him and leaving him throughout the day for that long may not be a clever idea. If it was...

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Noel wrote: ↑
03 Aug 2020 17:13
Si,

I will not be able to make it on Sunday. My bottom bracket needs to be fixed and I will not have my bike back in time.

Noel

Sorry to hear that Noel, thanks for letting me know. Was that the clicking noises i could hear on Sunday?

Si_Walker

A cracking ride out to Charlecote on a lovely warm sunny day.
All riders as planned at the onset.

Si_Walker

Mariana278 wrote: ↑
01 Aug 2020 16:09
Hi Si, it’s a no from me, booo

Sorry to hear that Mariana, hard luck! thanks for letting me know.

Si_Walker

CyclingLeedsFan wrote: ↑
31 Jul 2020 21:22
Can I join this ride next week?

Andrew, you are first reserve.

Si_Walker

I am willing to lead a 100 miler in 8 hours, meet at 07:45 for leaving at 08:00. Speed overall will be about 14 mph when riding. The first stop will be Tewkesbury (The Hop Pole for cooked breakfast), then round Breedon Hill to Elmley Castle, pass around and through Evesham, 2nd stop at Harvington ca...

Si_Walker

I guess there will be room for another ride, so I'll take one to Charlecote garden centre, an anticlockwise route passing through Barnt Green, Tamworth, Wilmcote and returning via Lowsonford and Dorridge. 62 miles, cafe stop after 34, not too lumpy overall, speed will be 14-15 mph and don't forget y...

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Ride went as planned with all participants.

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PhilG wrote: ↑
22 Jul 2020 20:08
Si,

Assuming there is now/still a place please count me in too.

OK, Phil, you're in.

Si_Walker

I'm going to have to pull out for the moment. My rear wheel is currently been worked on by the Mechanic and he couldn't promise I'd get it back in time for Sunday. (He's 90% sure it will be done) If the spot is still available later in the week and I've got my bike back I'll sign back up again or a...

Si_Walker

Thanks chaps, ride is now full.
Si Walker
Simon Turner
Andy Terry - see you at Timberhonger
Neil Evanson
Colin Hall.
Phil Gameson

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I'll lead a ride to Evesham, 63 miles from and to the BH. The route is as follows, passing through Bournheath and Dodford on an anti-clockwise direction, Stopping at The New Hampton Farm Shop just this side of Evesham. Speed will be about 15 mph, i.e. not fast. Meet at the BH 09:00 for 09;15 start o...

Si_Walker

On behalf of Si Turner, the route will be something like this for you to download; https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33423740 31 miles to Warwick, with a shorter return distance. Plenty of choice of cafes in the town. Weather looks to be a cool 12 deg and possibly damp to start with a North Westerly br...

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Yep I'm up for this ride.

Si_Walker

I’ve now got another appointment for Tuesday!

Si_Walker

Has anybody here provided a platelet donation as I am wondering if there any after effects? With blood I usually feel rough for two days and lethargic for a week but I guess that platelets might not have the same effect. Not platelets, but white cells, the only effect was being chilly as was put on...

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Keep Looking, I managed to get a slot on Saturday morning, someone must have cancelled.

Si_Walker

If you are fit, healthy, able and willing, which is probably most of you, please consider donating an armful of your blood (it does fill up again!) to help out in the current crisis. Many regular donors will not be able to get to the donation centres and those that are ill / injured in hospital will...

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There is a Finnish research study report in the press today (26th Feb; The Times in the UK, amongst others) reporting a relationship between owners of high value cars and their attitudes to driving. https://www.helsinki.fi/en/news/nordic-welfare-news/the-fast-and-the-furious-research-shows-that-owne...

Si_Walker

On the 'C' ride to Warwick were as follows;

Neil Evanson
Simon Turner
Si Walker (Leading)

I was expecting Andrew O'Connor to join us but see he went on the b ride.

Si_Walker

I'll lead a C ride to Warwick, 53 miles BHorse return, out via Ullenhall and Morton Baggot, return via Beausale and Earlswood. Coffee at the Tilted Wig or other as preferred. Bring a cafe lock
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31984783

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StuartWhite wrote: ↑
06 Feb 2020 00:03
Looks like that email address might need correcting...

Thanks, now corrected

Si_Walker

Ludlow CC's Danny Mason Highland Challenge, 14th June, starts from Ludlow, 65 miles, 1800 m of climbing. I did it last year with a few chaps and it was enjoyable. Its not an audax, just a ride with refreshment points en-route. The club is offering a round of beers (or non alcoholic drink) for any gr...

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I see that Phil Gameson may have forgotten to post the riders names for the C ride.
They are as far as I can remember they are.

Phil Gameson (Leading)
Claire Fudge
André Gardner (abandoned at the Cafe)
Matt Hale
Noel O'Dwyer
Simon Turner
Si Walker

Plus a new chap, but can't remember his name.

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