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- 02 Feb 2022 14:47
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 6th Feb - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
- Replies: 8
- Views: 2813
Re: Sunday 6th Feb - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
Can you put me down for this one? I’m riding to Newport on Sunday, so will join you too Brewood then push on from there. Cheers Chris
- 15 Dec 2021 13:55
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Christmas A ride to the Swan
- Replies: 21
- Views: 6458
Re: Christmas A ride to the Swan
I will make a ride over from Solihull for a bit of a catchup:-) Put me down for some Christmas Pork Pie!
- 27 Jul 2021 12:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Saturday 31st July - 6am - One-Day A-ride to Weston-Super-Mare and back
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5105
Re: Saturday 31st July - 6am - One-Day A-ride to Weston-Super-Mare and back
Yep, still planning on attending. Looking forward to it... I think.
Chris
Chris
- 15 Jun 2021 14:46
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: TUESDAY 15TH CLUB RUNS
- Replies: 33
- Views: 14317
Re: TUESDAY 15TH CLUB RUNS
Beers you say? Yes, please.
A ride if there is space, B+ if not.
Cheers, Chris Ashford
A ride if there is space, B+ if not.
Cheers, Chris Ashford
- 13 Jun 2021 15:39
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3459
Re: Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
Well, 08:45 didn't bring the 30c tarmac melting that we thought, but it had certainly warmed up by the late morning. A good route taking in Kinver and Clows Top climbs as well as a few lumps out over Stourport and a drag up Twatling back to the Black Horse. Only x2 on the ride, but we were joined by...
- 10 Jun 2021 11:41
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3459
Re: Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
Hi Michelle, average speed for A runs is usually 18mph (I think). I would have a check with Andy W and he can give you a better response for pace, but you are more than welcome along:-) Just let me know.
- 09 Jun 2021 13:33
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: SAT 12th June - non stop Beacon Burst.
- Replies: 10
- Views: 4695
Re: SAT 12th June - non stop Beacon Burst.
Hi Gemma, can you please add Annie Byrne to this list? She is a potential new member, currently riding with BRAT's (but don't hold that against her)
I will drop you a message with her details so you can link up pre-ride.
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- 09 Jun 2021 10:49
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
- Replies: 6
- Views: 3459
Sunday 13th June A Ride (Colliers, Clows Top) 08:45 Depart
Its been a while since I lead a ride so felt like I should step up. The plan is to follow the Mad Mare Hare route, with a stop at Colliers on the Top of Clows Top. I will have a fiddle with the route later today, but it should be roughly like this, with a 08:45 departure from the Black Horse: https:...
- 03 Jun 2021 17:21
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Kit Shop CLOSED - Including 75th Anniversary Jersey
- Replies: 39
- Views: 52760
Re: *Kit Shop OPEN - Including 75th Anniversary Jersey*
Very nice. 75th anniversary Medium jersey ordered.
Cheers,
Chris
Cheers,
Chris
- 28 May 2021 09:15
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: POSTPONED TILL SATURDAY 31ST JULY - Saturday 3rd July 2021 - Beacon RCC Diamond Anniversary Weston Run
- Replies: 42
- Views: 38053
Re: Saturday 3rd July 2021 - Beacon RCC Diamond Anniversary Weston Run
Yes please - If I can be put down for the A Run that would be great. If you can let us know the stops @Phil Richards for Audax DIY submissions it would be appreciated. I will be coming over from Solihull, so should make a nice 400k. What are the chances we will be giving the B runners a wave on the ...
- 26 May 2021 09:28
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 30th May - A-Ride stopping at Broad Acres. Depart at 09:15
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2984
Re: Sunday 30th May - A-Ride stopping at Broad Acres. Depart at 09:15
Yes please! Cheers, Chris.
- 24 May 2021 15:56
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 23rd May - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4422
Re: Sunday 23rd May - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
Thanks for leading Nick. Yes, just a few light droplets (meaning James and I had to put jackets on just before a St Kenelm's climb = #sweaty #boilinthebag) but back before the downpours!
- 18 May 2021 15:10
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 23rd May - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4422
Re: Sunday 23rd May - A Run to Brewood 8:45am Start
Yes please Nick. See you on Sunday.
- 10 May 2021 11:49
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sun 9th May - C ride - 68 miles to Chesterton Windmill - RIDE FULL
- Replies: 25
- Views: 7105
Re: Sun 9th May - C ride - 68 miles to Chesterton Windmill - RIDE FULL
Looks like a great route, and would work well for a club run with stops at Wellesbourne or Stratford. Just a quick note that the route around Lowsonsford (27k) attempts to take you off onto tracks via Mill Lane, as well as just after High Cross. Stick with the main roads and all will be fine! Same w...
- 02 May 2021 16:51
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 2nd May - A Run to Clives of Cropthorne - 8:30am departure
- Replies: 7
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Re: RIDE FULL - Sunday 2nd May - A Run to Clives of Cropthorne - 8:30am departure
Thanks for the ride today Nick! New destination for me - great views:-) Kurt - Just some of the stuff we chatted through: Bike Repairs: Paddy Allaway, Harborne (Home Mechanic) paddy@velomate.co.uk https://www.velomate.co.uk/ 07944 339263 Ben at Venture Bikes, Stirchley https://venturebikes.com/ http...
- 30 Apr 2021 11:46
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 2nd May - A Run to Clives of Cropthorne - 8:30am departure
- Replies: 7
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- 28 Feb 2021 16:24
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Riding the Tour de France?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 8367
Re: Riding the Tour de France?
Good luck on this adventure Ian! You are always more than welcome on the Beacon Audax adventures and I know the club will support you in this great endeavour. My friend / ex-BRAT training and racing team mate Steve Faulkner is part of your Tour21 team having being impacted by cancer at a young age. ...
- 24 Oct 2020 22:13
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL! Sunday 25th Oct A Run - Belgian Classics Tribute Ride (Approx 60 miles) Meet 8.35 for 8.45 am Departure
- Replies: 10
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Re: 2 SPACES FREE! Sunday 25th Oct A Run - Belgian Classics Tribute Ride (Approx 60 miles) Meet 8.35 for 8.45 am Departu
I will grab the last place after Matt if that’s ok? See you in the morning:-)
- 20 Apr 2020 11:44
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: New Wheels?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 6421
New Wheels?
Hi all, I'm just looking for some prices and advice for x2 wheel builds. For the Ribble CGR Titanium I am looking for a wheelset with a dynamo: My thoughts are: Aluminum - shallow depth / SON Dynamo / 28spoke / Centrelock / Tubeless / 32mm tyres / Shimano For summer club runs: My thoughts are: Carbo...
- 26 Mar 2020 09:07
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Run Database - Time for an update?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6259
Re: Club Run Database - Time for an update?
If anyone has Strava premium I would be interested as to how this would turn out new club runs:
https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/late ... ure-452517
https://www.cyclingweekly.com/news/late ... ure-452517
- 24 Mar 2020 10:00
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Run Database - Time for an update?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 6259
Club Run Database - Time for an update?
Ok, so now we all have a bit of free time on our hands and are looking forward to getting back out on the bike in a few weeks (hopefully) is there any chance that people could upload / copy their known routes to the Club Run Database? Just a brief description of: Direction / Terrain / Length It woul...
- 10 Jan 2020 15:01
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: LondonEdinburghLondon 8th - 13th August 2021
- Replies: 8
- Views: 10477
LondonEdinburghLondon 8th - 13th August 2021
Anyone thinking of entering this next year? Its going to be a big one, and the potential for lots of Beacon riders to enter: https://londonedinburghlondon.com/ 8th - 13th August 2021 Entries open on 7 January 2021 The entry fee for 2021 will be £350 and includes: hot meals (including vegetarian and ...
Re: Cafe lock
I use this one: https://www.planetx.co.uk/i/q/BLJOIMREL ... -cafe-lock
£4.99 (plus 10% off at the moment).
Bargain
£4.99 (plus 10% off at the moment).
Bargain
- 07 Oct 2019 18:40
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Club Kit Order 2019
- Replies: 123
- Views: 479565
Re: Club Kit Order 2019
Payment completed @Stu White. Can you please bring along L/S (Medium) Jersey to dinner on Friday night? If not, I might be able to collect on Sunday afternoon, but no rush currently.
Cheers
Chris
Cheers
Chris
- 07 Oct 2019 17:50
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Beacon Night Out (Constitution Hill) - Friday 11th October 19:30
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3071
Re: Beacon Night Out (Constitution Hill) - Friday 11th October 19:30
Just a reminder that this event is on Friday and I will be looking to finalise numbers on Thursday. Please post here or on Facebook confirming you are attending and I look forward to seeing everyone Friday!
Cheers
Chris
Cheers
Chris
- 10 Sep 2019 11:28
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Beacon Night Out (Constitution Hill) - Friday 11th October 19:30
- Replies: 2
- Views: 3071
Beacon Night Out (Constitution Hill) - Friday 11th October 19:30
Beacon Night Out - Friday 11th October Syriana Restaurant, 1 Constitution Hill, B19 3LG (not far from City Centre) Probably our last get together before we run into the Christmas period. Syriana is a recommendation from Claire Fudge, so lets give it a go. Dinner booked for 19:30, meeting at the Wolf...
- 30 Aug 2019 11:57
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: New cafe suggestions
- Replies: 124
- Views: 344127
Re: New cafe suggestions
The Old Priest House, Address: 0AA, 2 Vicarage Ln, Audlem, Crewe CW3 0AB Hours: 10:00-17:00 Weds - Sun Cracking Cafe although slightly small. £4ish for double beans / cheese / egg on toast, and £7 for a 7 options english breakfast, £7 for a 10 option mega breakfast. Nice and warm inside with great b...
- 28 Aug 2019 10:20
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Paris Brest Paris
- Replies: 11
- Views: 17867
Re: Paris Brest Paris
A great write up Phil Richards! Almost like I was there... oh, i was...;-) Must just have blanked it out of my mind... Currently in the "never again" camp, but give me a few years and it will be LEL! Oh, and if you want to do complete another challenge on route, then one for next year: "Europe Chall...
- 28 Aug 2019 10:08
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Runs - 1st September
- Replies: 21
- Views: 14834
Re: Club Runs - 1st September
Thanks @Nick Shenton, much appreciated. What do you have the controls / coffee stops down for the route, just so I can submit for DIY?
I will probably be riding in from Newport so will be an early start for me, and just drop in and out as close as possible to complete the full loop.
Cheers
Chris
I will probably be riding in from Newport so will be an early start for me, and just drop in and out as close as possible to complete the full loop.
Cheers
Chris
- 22 Jul 2019 15:06
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Monday 22nd - post work cycle anyone?
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2842
Re: Monday 22nd - post work cycle anyone?
hi james, not about today, but if you are looking for regular mid week rides:
Tuesday 18:30 - BRAT (from Boo Boo Coffee - Harborne)
Wednesday 19:00? - Beacon (from Red Lion - Kings Heath)
Thursday - 18:30 Gorilla(from Gorilla Coffee - Kings Heath)
Cheers
Chris
Tuesday 18:30 - BRAT (from Boo Boo Coffee - Harborne)
Wednesday 19:00? - Beacon (from Red Lion - Kings Heath)
Thursday - 18:30 Gorilla(from Gorilla Coffee - Kings Heath)
Cheers
Chris
- 17 Jun 2019 13:18
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: New bike.... any thoughts?
- Replies: 13
- Views: 17559
Re: New bike.... any thoughts?
What do you actually want it for? Road summer / road winter / touring / audax / racing / time-trialing... So many options you might need to narrow it down a bit? Always use the C2W if you can (why not, decent saving). Cycle Republic in brum have always been good to me, and the Boardmans (Endurance /...
- 17 Jun 2019 13:13
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Beacon Night Out (China Town) - Friday 21st June 19:30
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2519
Re: Beacon Night Out (China Town) - Friday 21st June 19:30
Just a reminder that this is coming up on Friday 21st June and would be great to see as many Beacon's out as possible. Please post either here or on Facebook as I look to finalise numbers by Thursday.
Cheers
Chris
Cheers
Chris
- 05 Jun 2019 22:37
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Beacon Night Out (China Town) - Friday 21st June 19:30
- Replies: 1
- Views: 2519
Beacon Night Out (China Town) - Friday 21st June 19:30
Beacon Night Out! China Town🍚🥠🍜 Time to mix it up a bit and try something different? I have booked 20 seats for Chung Ying in Brum City Centre for Friday 21st June 19:30, with pre-drinks at The Old Fox in the Arcadian from 18:30. Post below if you are in or out? Track Championships the following day...
- 30 May 2019 09:31
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Riding a 600kms Audax
- Replies: 10
- Views: 13832
Re: Riding a 600kms Audax
Well said Phil! It was a great event, and I would agree with all your comments, particularly regarding the emotional highs and lows. Although I wasn't tired at the 400k mark, I think just breaking the ride into 1x400 and 1x200 the following day makes a significant difference. I would also say that f...
- 16 May 2019 11:59
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Club Kit Order 2019
- Replies: 123
- Views: 479565
Re: Club Kit Order 2019
I CAN order a gilet if you are still after increasing orders. I have plenty but happy to add to the numbers if it will support pushing over the minimum order requirements.
- 11 Apr 2019 11:54
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Beacon Academy Grass Track. Mayday 6th May 2-3
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4333
Re: Beacon Academy Grass Track. Mayday 6th May 2-3
Could my nephew (6 year's old non-Beacon member) take part in this or does he need to be British Cycling / Club member?
Cheers
Chris
Cheers
Chris
- 11 Apr 2019 11:47
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: BEACON ROADS CYCLE CLUB TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019
- Replies: 9
- Views: 9569
Re: BEACON ROADS CYCLE CLUB TRACK CHAMPIONSHIPS 2019
I really enjoyed watching last year, but thinking about racing this year. What do I need to do in advance to get track acredited? Can I just hire a bike on the day?
- 24 Mar 2019 22:10
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: BCC Curry Night - Friday 29th March (Mela Harborne 19:30)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4774
Re: BCC Curry Night - Friday 29th March (Mela Harborne 19:30)
Hi all, just a reminder that this event is on Friday, so just need to firm up numbers. If you can mark yourself as "going" if you are planning on attending, and removing yourself if not. If you are bringing a +1 / +2 then please make sure you have noted in the comments below! I will be finalising on...
- 24 Mar 2019 22:00
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Runs - 24th March
- Replies: 16
- Views: 12062
Re: Club Runs - 24th March
Well, it was always likely to be a hard sell for a 200k ride so early in the season, and the participants turned out to be thin on the ground. Probably a bit too long route for a 08:15 start, but still a good run that would work well with an earlier start and greater numbers! Riders were: Chris Ashf...
- 14 Mar 2019 16:18
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: BCC Curry Night - Friday 29th March (Mela Harborne 19:30)
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4774
BCC Curry Night - Friday 29th March (Mela Harborne 19:30)
BCC Beer and Curry Night! Friday 29th March - Aloo and Alcohol, Bhaji's and Beers, Chapatis and Cobras... you get the point... ;-) Does anyone fancy heading out for curry in a couple of weeks time? Friday 29th March in Harborne, with a meet up at The Junction, and then over to Mela Restaurant 19:30 ...
- 14 Mar 2019 16:12
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Club Kit Order 2019
- Replies: 123
- Views: 479565
Re: Club Kit Order 2019
Men's L/S TENAX PRO Jersey, Thermal - Medium
Thanks Stu.
Thanks Stu.
- 12 Mar 2019 17:59
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: A, B and C Club runs January, February and March 2019
- Replies: 18
- Views: 13907
A/B Run - 24th March - 200km's Saracen's #2 - Permanent Audax 08:00 for 08:15
Sunday 24th March - 200km's Saracen's Number 2 - Permanent Audax 08:00 for 08:15 start from Black Horse. An early 200k ride to cover off a missed audax during March so I am going to lead the "Saracen's Number 2" permanent audax route. Route will head out to BOURNVILLE then MORTON IN MARSH then TOWCE...
- 06 Jan 2019 16:35
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Runs - 6th January
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10047
Re: Club Runs - 6th January (A Run Riders)
Well, I don't know if it was: a) the offer of bread pudding at Raphael's b) the great weather c) new year's resolutions d) the opportunity to buy the birthday boy / old man a coffee but there was a great turn out for the A ride to Evesham today with familiar faces not seen in a while. Participants w...
- 03 Jan 2019 09:34
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Club Runs - 6th January
- Replies: 12
- Views: 10047
A Ride - 6th January - Evesham (Raphael's) 09:15 depart
Chris Ashford's "It's my birthday and I will ride where I want too.. birthday ride" heading to Raphael's in Evesham because, I want some bread pudding;-)
09:00 for 09:15 roll out as long as its not snow / ice / acts of god...
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29093013
09:00 for 09:15 roll out as long as its not snow / ice / acts of god...
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29093013
- 27 Dec 2018 17:50
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: A, B and C Club runs January, February and March 2019
- Replies: 18
- Views: 13907
06/01/19 - A Ride - 09:15 Evesham (Raphael's) - Chris Ashford
06/01/2019 A: Chris Ashford's "It's my birthday and I will ride where I want too.. birthday ride" heading to Raphael's in Evesham. Because, well, I want some bread pudding;-) 09:00 for 09:15 roll out as long as not p*ssing it down / snow / ice / acts of god... https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29093013
- 20 Dec 2018 12:18
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Curry Night Friday 11th Jan 2019
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9058
Re: Curry Night Friday 11th Jan 2019
Can you clarify "this side of town" Phil Whiteman? I don't know the curry houses of Drayton. https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restaurant_Review-g2717761-d3700272-Reviews-Five_Spice-Belbroughton_Worcestershire_England.html Found this in Belbroughton, but maybe something in Bromsgrove? We might have to c...
- 16 Dec 2018 15:20
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Curry Night Friday 11th Jan 2019
- Replies: 8
- Views: 9058
Re: Curry Night Friday 11th Jan 2019
Thanks for organising Carolyn! It will be good to catchup in the New Year and see you back out on the Beacon rides. Are you doing the Christmas Club Run on Sunday 23rd December? Suggestions for other curry houses: Harborne - Bangla Lounge / Mela / Cardamom Balti Triangle - Asha's / Shabab's / Al Fra...
- 25 Nov 2018 22:06
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: New Beacon RCC Kit Order
- Replies: 84
- Views: 475895
Re: New Beacon RCC Kit Order
hi stu, is there any plans to get beacon cycling caps?
- 26 Oct 2018 11:31
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Paris - Brest - Paris 2019?
- Replies: 6
- Views: 10666
Re: Paris - Brest - Paris 2019?
Thanks for the head's up Phil. I'm just checking some details with Phil Richards. I only have Mark Rigby's A Rough Diamond as my 300k for pre-registration, where as a few have the irish mail 4005, and others have various rides for 2018. The 2019 rides look like they are all RM events. We just need t...
- 15 Oct 2018 12:10
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Strava question
- Replies: 20
- Views: 18114