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by simplysimon
20 Jul 2023 18:23
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: CANCELLED A Run, 62 miles - Sunday 23rd July, the Cob House, at BH 8:45am
Replies: 4
Views: 4327

Re: A Run, 62 miles - Sunday 23rd July, the Cob House, at BH 8:45am

I will keep an eye on this post as I'm a "possible" for Sunday - looks like a fun route.
by simplysimon
11 Feb 2023 19:01
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: SATURDAY 11th Feb 9am 62mi/100km C ride to Charlecote/Stratford Farm Shop
Replies: 8
Views: 1797

Re: SATURDAY 11th Feb 9am 62mi/100km C ride to Charlecote/Stratford Farm Shop

Great to say a brief passing hello at Charlecote. I heard the orders going and decided you were settling in for a proper stop so headed off home on my own!
by simplysimon
20 Aug 2022 22:38
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst BH Sunday 20th (A/B pace) leaving 8:30 BH
Replies: 2
Views: 1433

Re: Beacon Burst BH Sunday 20th (A/B pace) leaving 8:30 BH

Prob see you there in the morning James!
by simplysimon
18 May 2022 15:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
Replies: 7
Views: 2272

Re: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream

Wasn't me! But looks like a nice route. I probably won't be able to commit much in advance, but will join you if I can.
by simplysimon
08 May 2022 14:05
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B+ & A Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start
Replies: 35
Views: 10535

Re: B+ & A Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start

Thanks for the company earlier team - and apologies if I seemed a bit churlish breaking off at Hartlebury. My endurance fitness has definitely taken a bit of a kicking since my accident, and peeling off early (and 25 miles shorter!) was definitely the right choice by the time I got home. Hope you al...
by simplysimon
05 May 2022 18:14
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B+ & A Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start
Replies: 35
Views: 10535

Re: B+ Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start

I would love to join you for a steady ride.
by simplysimon
09 Apr 2022 23:52
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday Burst 10th April 9am A/B pace
Replies: 3
Views: 1637

Re: Sunday Burst 10th April 9am A/B pace

Most likely see you at the BH James!
by simplysimon
26 Feb 2022 19:16
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run Sunday 27th Feb 09:15 BH
Replies: 4
Views: 1638

Re: A run Sunday 27th Feb 09:15 BH

I may well join you tomorrow - will see how well I sleep. I will be at the BH in good time if I can ride.
by simplysimon
10 Nov 2021 09:53
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN TO WORCESTER WOODS ON THURSDAY
Replies: 7
Views: 3172

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN TO WORCESTER WOODS ON THURSDAY

I have the day off tomorrow so may well see you at the BH.
by simplysimon
23 Aug 2021 17:22
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: TUESDAY 24TH CLUB RUNS
Replies: 27
Views: 10414

Re: TUESDAY 24TH CLUB RUNS

I'm in!
by simplysimon
20 Aug 2021 09:13
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A/B PACED RUN SATURDAY 21ST *CANCELLED*
Replies: 9
Views: 3379

Re: A/B PACED RUN SATURDAY 21ST

Hey Neil,

I am probably going to have an early start but might try and catch up with you enroute. Do you have a route you can share?
by simplysimon
09 Aug 2021 19:01
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: TUESDAY 10th CLUB RUNS
Replies: 21
Views: 7224

Re: TUESDAY 10th CLUB RUNS

Hoping to make it!
by simplysimon
17 Jul 2021 15:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp
Replies: 13
Views: 4614

Re: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp

Hi Phil - I have overdone it today so might not survive tomorrow. If someone else wants s confirmed space please bump me. If spaces remain we see how I feel AM.
by simplysimon
15 Jul 2021 12:11
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp
Replies: 13
Views: 4614

Re: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp

So far Nick and I appear to be in for the "ups", and Andy and Amarjit for the "downs". James is hedging his bets :-)
by simplysimon
14 Jul 2021 10:02
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp
Replies: 13
Views: 4614

Re: A Group Ride: Sunday 18th July - British Camp

I'm in! For the ups not the downs!
by simplysimon
12 Jul 2021 21:46
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: TUESDAY 13TH CLUB RUNS
Replies: 22
Views: 6922

Re: TUESDAY 13TH CLUB RUNS

Should be there for the A!
by simplysimon
11 Jul 2021 20:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 60m A (or A/B) run to Cobhouse Fisheries
Replies: 6
Views: 2353

Re: 60m A (or A/B) run to Cobhouse Fisheries

Thanks James for leading and others for company.

It was the first time I have actually had someone clinging onto my jersey pocket on a climb - not sure I am in a rush to repeat it mind ;-)
by simplysimon
08 Jul 2021 16:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 60m A (or A/B) run to Cobhouse Fisheries
Replies: 6
Views: 2353

Re: 60m A (or A/B) run to Cobhouse Fisheries

Sounds fab! Count me in please.
by simplysimon
22 Jun 2021 08:27
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: TUESDAY 22ND CLUB RUNS
Replies: 23
Views: 7919

Re: TUESDAY 22ND CLUB RUNS

I'm hoping to join you at 6! With a bit of work-luck.
by simplysimon
13 Jun 2021 06:08
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: ‪Sunday 13th June - RIDE FULL - 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.‬
Replies: 23
Views: 10378

Re: ‪Sunday 13th June- 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.‬

Not for me, but a friend and potential Beacon member would like to join this ride. Her name is Lizzie and she'll be at the BH at 0830! Assuming that 8 is great! Hi Simon, sorry, only saw you post now. Was not expecting more people. Your friend Lizzie is welcome to join. I trust she's OK with the le...
by simplysimon
12 Jun 2021 21:28
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: ‪Sunday 13th June - RIDE FULL - 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.‬
Replies: 23
Views: 10378

Re: ‪Sunday 13th June- 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.‬

Not for me, but a friend and potential Beacon member would like to join this ride. Her name is Lizzie and she'll be at the BH at 0830!

Assuming that 8 is great!
by simplysimon
11 Jun 2021 21:42
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: SAT 12th June - non stop Beacon Burst.
Replies: 10
Views: 4590

Re: SAT 12th June - non stop Beacon Burst.

I would love to join you Gemma - if you are happy with one more. I think 8 is the new 6?

Simon
by simplysimon
01 May 2021 15:49
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*
Replies: 7
Views: 2637

Re: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*

Great ride guys!
by simplysimon
29 Apr 2021 11:56
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*
Replies: 7
Views: 2637

Re: A run this SATURDAY!

Sounds like fun - I'm in!

There's a chance I might split off at Tewkesbury if that's OK and not depriving someone who might do the full ride of space.
by simplysimon
18 Apr 2021 15:02
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run 18th April
Replies: 12
Views: 3888

Re: A run 18th April

Thanks for the company chaps - good fun. I am looking forward to that close pass video James - as long as my bum doesn't look big in it ;-)
by simplysimon
16 Apr 2021 14:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run 18th April
Replies: 12
Views: 3888

Re: A run 18th April

Excellent. Just checking. I've been hanging out with triathletes recently and they don't understand the importance of some of these things.
by simplysimon
16 Apr 2021 07:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run 18th April
Replies: 12
Views: 3888

Re: A run 18th April

Are we getting a stop? If so any plans yet for where?
by simplysimon
15 Apr 2021 15:38
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run 18th April
Replies: 12
Views: 3888

Re: A run 18th April

I'll join you please!
by simplysimon
15 Aug 2020 14:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 16th August C ride 9am Worcester Country Park
Replies: 4
Views: 2281

Re: Sunday 16th August C ride 9am Worcester Country Park

Ash Turner is also interested via Facebook. He can't access this site.
by simplysimon
02 Feb 2020 15:30
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 2nd February
Replies: 21
Views: 10900

Re: Club Runs - 2nd February

Was all a bit eventful wasn't it.
by simplysimon
20 Oct 2019 23:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 20th October
Replies: 12
Views: 7860

Re: Club Runs - 20th October

B Run ended as a lovely run to Charlecote and a slightly truncated route home. Shouts out to IronMargaret for demonstrating that endurance athletes may be steadier at the start, but they just keep on going; and Kamran for showing how getting a bit carried away at the start of a ride can cost you lat...
by simplysimon
19 Oct 2019 18:26
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 20th October
Replies: 12
Views: 7860

Re: Club Runs - 20th October

B Ride Tomorrow

I might be a few minutes late tomorrow as I am shepherding a cyclist from New Street to join us, but will definitely get there as soon as I can.
by simplysimon
16 Oct 2019 17:29
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 20th October
Replies: 12
Views: 7860

Re: Club Runs - 20th October

Edited with route - I'll take a B ride, published speeds, on an approximation of this 101km/63mi route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31329831 Cafe will either be Charlecote at 48km/30mi or The Pantry in Stratford at 57km/35mi depending on numbers and preferences. Depending on group/weather there a...
by simplysimon
21 Jul 2019 18:53
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 21st July
Replies: 12
Views: 8755

Re: Club Runs - 21st July

There has been some interest in a longer ride next Sunday There's a C ride 100 planned for next Sunday, similar pace and route to last year. At 15 mph, yours can be the B ride. Ah! Fantastic! Geoff mentioned there is normally a C-100 but thought it was later in the year. Will see how things pan out...
by simplysimon
21 Jul 2019 17:06
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 21st July
Replies: 12
Views: 8755

Re: Club Runs - 21st July

Fabulous morning for a delightful post-KK B/C leg stretcher to Yew Tree Farm via Great Alne and Aston Cantlow. Great working together by the team up the one hill (and few 'elevation corrections'). Cafe was packed with cyclists, which meant poor Dave had to rather scoff his scone (or is that scone?) ...
by simplysimon
16 Jun 2019 15:30
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 16th June
Replies: 12
Views: 9162

Re: Club runs - 16th June

Great job in the small put perfectly formed A-ish A/B (so the guys told me!) visit to the Edgehill vintage motorcycle convention. Team pulled together really well, especially when the lunatic who had done 20+ miles before the Club Ride started to get a bit fatigued. Simon White (leading) John Soady ...
by simplysimon
15 Jun 2019 21:19
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 16th June
Replies: 12
Views: 9162

Re: Club runs - 16th June

Matt Hale wrote:
15 Jun 2019 20:06
Happy to take a B ride to Arley Arboretum if Simon (White) doesn't make it.
Thanks Matt - much appreciated. I won't panic now.
by simplysimon
15 Jun 2019 14:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 16th June
Replies: 12
Views: 9162

Re: Club runs - 16th June

Sorry people - family emergency means it is unlikely I will be cycling tomorrow. If I do get back to Brum I will be there, but it feels unlikely at the moment.
by simplysimon
10 Jun 2019 19:51
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 16th June
Replies: 12
Views: 9162

Re: Club runs - 16th June

I was planning 80 miles at around (certainly not much in excess of) 16mph on Sunday to Edgehill and back, probably stopping either in Kineton, Wellesbourne or Charlecote tbc. I am very happy to start from the Black Horse (0900 for 0915) and call it a club ride if that suits. Might also grab a couple...
by simplysimon
02 Jun 2019 15:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 2nd June
Replies: 16
Views: 12223

Re: Club runs - 2nd June

On the LVRC Tommy Godwin Memorial RR C (yes, we were genuinely mistaken by photographers and marshals for a road race bunch) were: Simon White (leading) Simon Woodward Cedric Gioan Noel O'Dwyer Andy Terry Dave Little Mel Kavanagh Adrian McHugh Huan Dong Geoff Mann Finbarr Costigan Pete Norman Tom Ja...
by simplysimon
31 May 2019 21:22
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 2nd June
Replies: 16
Views: 12223

Re: Club runs - 2nd June

I'm happy to take a 50mile not-A following familiar roads towards Lowsonford with a stop at Wootton Wawen. 0900 for 0915 as usual.

I don't mind whether it's a B or C pace, just be happy for steady company.
by simplysimon
18 Feb 2019 08:06
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Club Kit Order 2019
Replies: 123
Views: 437661

Re: Club Kit Order 2019

Morning!

If possible can I get a Men's S/S FRC PRO Jersey in Large please?

Cheers

Simon
by simplysimon
17 Feb 2019 18:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 17th February
Replies: 19
Views: 15292

Re: Club Runs - 17th February

Dave Cox wrote:
17 Feb 2019 16:43
You would think these A stream intellectuals would get its right ????
I assumed that was a translation problem from the original Norwegian?
by simplysimon
28 Dec 2018 16:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 30th December
Replies: 8
Views: 7002

Re: Club Runs - 30th December

ballintrane wrote:
28 Dec 2018 16:20
The A ride should be about 60miles hopefully back by 2.00pm if that helps.
Cheers! Might be cutting it a bit fine this time.
by simplysimon
28 Dec 2018 16:13
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 30th December
Replies: 8
Views: 7002

Re: Club Runs - 30th December

Hi guys, Directed here from FriendFace - can any of the ride leaders give me an idea of the rough eta back to Northfield for A or B rides, accounting for speed and stop. I realise there's a bit of 'how long is a piece of strong' but I'm thinking of joining you if the times work. If not, there will b...