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by Yosser
10 Jul 2016 21:34
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Rough Diamond 300kms audax
Replies: 9
Views: 6224

Well done boys, takes a bit of doing. How long did it take you?
by Yosser
10 Jul 2016 21:25
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Almost a new Vet 10 record
Replies: 9
Views: 5642

I keep saying this but what a ride again Simon. We do need to have a forum for getting this news around without you having to broadcast it yourself. Also if we knew where each of us were racing, it would be nice to either join up as Beacon team, if people are racing fit, or cheer people on. I rememb...
by Yosser
10 Jul 2016 21:10
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 10th July
Replies: 11
Views: 7337

Congrats to those 5 on the 100 in 8 run. As the regular B runners went on the above, I took the B run to Worcs Country Park. On the B run today; Dave Hughes. We (that's me, singular, obviously), amalgamated with the A run, both of them. (That's both riders, not A runs, Obviously). We (that is me obv...
by Yosser
19 Jun 2016 22:40
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Retro Ronde
Replies: 4
Views: 3850

Sounds very similar to the Thurs Tardebigge bash to me Bob.
by Yosser
19 Jun 2016 22:39
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Retro Ronde
Replies: 4
Views: 3850

Sounds very similar to the Thurs Tardebigge bash to me Bob.
by Yosser
19 Jun 2016 06:54
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: 100 mile TT result
Replies: 8
Views: 5471

This is a bit late but only just noticed this performance. Blimey! That is serious speed Simon. Can't help thinking there must be a more systematic way of finding out what is happening in the racing fraternity.
Brilliant Simon.
by Yosser
10 Jun 2016 11:01
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Result 9 mile K36/4.5 Wed 8th June
Replies: 7
Views: 5016

How the mighty are fallen eh George. Got to say that I tried v hard but it was a sound beating on the night. Not using TT bike was a factor but neither were any others. What a ride by Jon Hunt, on a strictly non aero bike! Respect.
by Yosser
06 Jun 2016 19:03
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Club 50 Championships
Replies: 11
Views: 7047

Thanks for kind words everyone but seriously Mr President, I have only done three of these killers in my entire life, do you really think I am going to do three this year! Hi Rod, I had no idea what I had done in the past but Anne dug out my old results book. It turns out that I had completed 2 prev...
by Yosser
06 Jun 2016 18:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 5th June (plus Intro ride)
Replies: 21
Views: 13551

Sorry to have so hastily misjudged you Bob. More haste...
by Yosser
05 Jun 2016 22:29
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 5th June (plus Intro ride)
Replies: 21
Views: 13551

I'm very disappointed in you young Bob, letting Ruth catch you up. I think a strict training regime is called for. Now who do we know in the club who is a good coach? Hey Ruth...
by Yosser
05 Jun 2016 22:16
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Club 50 Championships
Replies: 11
Views: 7047

That is very kind of you Simon. However congratulations must go to you for retaining your 50 mile TT title. I had a good day. I thought that it was because I had paced it well but examination of my Garmin files showed that I had gone off too fast, I covered the first 10 m in 23:01! Not a smart move ...
by Yosser
26 May 2016 15:55
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Result 9 mile K36/4.5 Wed 25th May
Replies: 4
Views: 3556

I echo the thanks to helpers. First time assist Helen? Thanks for aiding the failing eyesight of the older generation. Good turnout and some good rides that might go under the radar. Amarjit improving over 2 mins in a week, (aero bike + desire for revenge over some of the older generation Amarjit?) ...
by Yosser
23 May 2016 09:50
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Result 9 mile K36/4.5 Wed 18th May
Replies: 9
Views: 5610

You need to be a bit more savvy Colin. Make sure that you turn in a below par ride for the first event then beat it incrementally over the coming weeks. It gives you a big boost in the H/C times. That is why I only did a 23:17 instead of the long 19 that I could obviously could have done. Look and l...
by Yosser
23 May 2016 09:42
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Anne Hughes National Triathlon Champion
Replies: 15
Views: 11022

Dave: “Look, all his praise for you and all I get is this derogatory comment about me from Martin, I'm not happy!”

Anne: (Appertaining to Snow White) “Which one are you then?”
by Yosser
11 May 2016 15:57
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: LVRC Result
Replies: 10
Views: 6067

Strangely enough Tim, I haven't entered any more. This was a bit of a litmus test as I wasn't sure if I would be making a fool of myself. Given that it went better than expected I will look to enter a few more now and see what happens.
by Yosser
11 May 2016 13:32
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: LMTT images
Replies: 0
Views: 1313

LMTT images

I didn't get much chance to take shots as officiating at start and end but here are a few that I grabbed. Any others can be added to the LMTT album on Flickr.


https://www.flickr.com/gp/beaconrcc/05j4pN
by Yosser
10 May 2016 21:45
Forum: Beacon Road / Track / CycloCross Racing
Topic: LVRC Result
Replies: 10
Views: 6067

You youngsters take note, a half pint of 'The Pope of Dope', (an excellent rose coloured ale courtesy of The Fixed Wheel Brewery) and a mustard lathered slab of pork pie are the training secrets boys. You heard it here. Would I lie to you? Seriously not going that well and got shot off twice. BUT, t...
by Yosser
28 Apr 2016 11:46
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Beacon Social Get Together (aka Open 10tt)
Replies: 1
Views: 2077

Well Rod, it seems that this age related enthusiasm is catching. I have also entered and look fwd to chatting on the day, if not during the actual ride!
by Yosser
26 Apr 2016 18:40
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon Little Mountain Time Trial
Replies: 15
Views: 9316

Superb event but somewhat surreal to see that huge team bus in the car park and a rainbow jersey warming up on the rollers. (It would have looked less surreal if there had been someone wearing it).
Congrats to John and the rest of the team. Makes you proud to be Beacon, innit!
by Yosser
09 Jan 2016 15:48
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 10th January
Replies: 20
Views: 12326

Congrats Andy on taking a club run. You will have to go a little easier on people than you were to me on Thursday!

Keith and Neil, do you have the routes Garmin available?
by Yosser
03 Jan 2016 22:35
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Return Of the Beacon Balti 30/01/2016
Replies: 28
Views: 16191

Sadly, Gary, Dave and I will be unable to come as we are away that weekend.
Sorry,
Anne
by Yosser
24 Dec 2015 05:37
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Return Of the Beacon Balti 30/01/2016
Replies: 28
Views: 16191

Dave and I will be there.
Thanks
Anne
by Yosser
16 Dec 2015 18:08
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 20th December
Replies: 11
Views: 6870

Can I come even if I can't sing!!
Anne
by Yosser
11 Dec 2015 22:06
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Mallorca 2016
Replies: 1
Views: 1489

MAJORCA

Hi Andy, hope the following may be of some use. Anne & I are going this year as well. We have already booked 2wks for the Pollensa Park Hotel, 5 – 19 April. We picked these dates as the best compromise between the better weather at that time of year and getting back in time to help with the Beacon L...
by Yosser
11 Dec 2015 14:02
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Christmas (NOT) at the Dodford
Replies: 2
Views: 2605

Don't worry Barry, I will have one (or 2) for you, just so you don't feel left out. Must be hell for you in that land of non drinkers.
by Yosser
09 Dec 2015 09:41
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon Dinner 2015 Photographs
Replies: 1
Views: 1636

Good job there Chris, there are some that should be deleted and never see the light of day again though!
by Yosser
03 Dec 2015 16:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Intro Ride 6th December
Replies: 2
Views: 2472

The day after the Dinner? I will be up for that as long as it is a 2.00 pm start. Then again...
by Yosser
03 Dec 2015 16:41
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Do I need new cups?
Replies: 5
Views: 4610

Hi Barry, how's it going? Headset eh. Hmmmmmm. There could be trouble at mill (race). Headsets are notoriously difficult to fit if the frame is an old one. Not the technical aspect but the sizing. So many variations and the differences are subtle. Most of your gear was up to date (as I recall), so i...
by Yosser
30 Oct 2015 21:13
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: 2015 BEACON AWARDS DINNER; TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE
Replies: 10
Views: 5964

That's a pity George, which member of the family is that then?
by Yosser
30 Oct 2015 21:07
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Training talk with Ruth Eyles 29 October, Rednal Social Club
Replies: 17
Views: 10497

An informative and elegant presentation with a light touch. Pity I arrived a shade late for these gems...by about 48 yrs! Good to see some of the younger members there and hopefully to benefit from someone who really knows what it takes. On behalf of myself and all those present, thank you v much Ru...
by Yosser
27 Oct 2015 04:51
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs 25th October
Replies: 17
Views: 9330

C run

First of all thanks to Pete, Helen and Pete C For leading the rides today. Amelia had a slow **flat** today and when we got to Earlswood , there were no trains running. I thought about about just leaving a new club member stranded there- not a good idea so off to Wythall where I spotted trains to wh...
by Yosser
11 Oct 2015 21:31
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Clubs Runs - Sunday 11th October
Replies: 11
Views: 6581

Thanks John for a great ride.
Anne
by Yosser
20 Sep 2015 22:10
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Training talk with Ruth Eyles 29 October, Rednal Social Club
Replies: 17
Views: 10497

Anne and I would like to go but since we are on holiday at the moment we will need to check our diary when we return.
by Yosser
21 Aug 2015 18:09
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Knighton 2015
Replies: 25
Views: 12099

And us - the Hughes's
by Yosser
14 May 2015 16:24
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Result K36/4.5C 13th May
Replies: 5
Views: 3310

Went to the pub! Highly trained athletes look up to you Patch. I am shocked by your example. You know how easily some of us youngsters can be led astray. I am ok as I am made of stronger will than most.

Seriously, thanks for timekeeping and thanks to all the others who helped.
by Yosser
01 May 2015 18:34
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon LMTT review
Replies: 6
Views: 4938

Beacon LMTT review

Not sure that there can be anyone not aware of this prestigious event but just a little bit of feedback. Event was a roaring success with riders, spectators and organisers in agreement on how well it went. Eg this link; http://cyclinguphill.com/beacon-r-c-mountain-time-trial-2015/ Also had invaluabl...
by Yosser
05 Apr 2015 18:29
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 100 Mile C Run - 12th July 2015
Replies: 22
Views: 13210

I'd like to come but will I be able to keep up!
I will let you know nearer the time.
Thanks for organising this.

Anne
by Yosser
16 Feb 2015 12:00
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Wern Watkin Bunkhouse, Llangattock, 13 -15 February 2015
Replies: 40
Views: 23649

That is what a cycling club is all about. Dedicated athletes being coached in a disciplined and controlled environment. I particularly liked the no alcohol ruling and the punishing yet rewarding Saturday ride. Thanks to the coaching staff particularly Tony, Jane and especially the Cordon Bleu traine...
by Yosser
07 Feb 2015 09:14
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Barry in New Zealand
Replies: 4
Views: 4250

Ah, the man has a good life. No envy here. Mutter mutter.knash knash!
by Yosser
24 Dec 2014 10:49
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon Boots Walk Saturday 27th December
Replies: 9
Views: 5206

I was going, but now fear that the pace will be too high for me now that the Prize winning Mr Smiley is going. Is there a D run?
by Yosser
21 Nov 2014 22:33
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: C run pace
Replies: 27
Views: 13965

C runs

First of all, thank you to all the people that run the c runs, I started riding with the "C" runs 2 years ago and found it difficult to start with but have found I can keep up on most rides. I always thought these were club rides and not training bashes and, like Bob, thought they were designed for ...
by Yosser
13 Sep 2014 18:20
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Knighton Weekend 2014
Replies: 22
Views: 11326

Knighton

Sorry John,
Me and Dave are in Andalucia.
Anne
by Yosser
08 Sep 2014 13:22
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Old cycling shorts
Replies: 2
Views: 6193

Not a new incident Dave, happened in Majorca at start of season but brand new shorts that MAY be repairable for training etc.

Dave
by Yosser
01 Sep 2014 16:54
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Old cycling shorts
Replies: 2
Views: 6193

Old cycling shorts

I need some old shorts (black please) that I can cut up to repair a pair of brand new shorts. Yosser has fallen off again!!
Anne
by Yosser
08 May 2014 07:31
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Tommy Godwin tribute
Replies: 2
Views: 1974

Sounds awfully like you are being let out of some institution;

your lunch is in the plastic box and I've packed a plastic knife to cut your pork pie with. Don't want to take a chance with one of those sharp steel ones dad![/i]
by Yosser
06 May 2014 07:04
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Tommy Godwin tribute
Replies: 2
Views: 1974

Tommy Godwin tribute

Tommy's daughter Kay has sent me the following email. Hi Dave Hope all is well with you and the family I just wanted to let you know that Tommy is being inducted into the Kings Heath Walk of Fame on Sunday 18th May 12-5pm ceremony at 4pm We would love to see you there and wondered whether you could ...
by Yosser
17 Feb 2014 17:50
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Springhill Farm Bunkhouse, Selattyn, 14 - 16 February 2014
Replies: 44
Views: 27953

Bunkhouse

Hi All,
Forgot to mention that I have a "posh" Tupperware box with some goodies in it that was left. Please let me know if it is yours and I will return it.
Anne
by Yosser
17 Feb 2014 17:40
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Springhill Farm Bunkhouse, Selattyn, 14 - 16 February 2014
Replies: 44
Views: 27953

Bunkhouse

Hi,
Many thanks to Jane for organising the weekend- brilliant. Also thanks to Dave etc for fetching the fish and chips on Friday and to all the people that made the spaghetti Bol. On sat ie Jane, debs, Ann, and Andrenne - very nice.
Thank you.
Anne and Dave
by Yosser
14 Feb 2014 07:13
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Springhill Farm Bunkhouse, Selattyn, 14 - 16 February 2014
Replies: 44
Views: 27953

The Ride Out

Hi George (et al). the ranks are depleted! I am bottling it in the light of a) not riding bike for some time and b) the forecast. Following wind good, Stormy weather v. bad! Even worse JH is having to empty the river Severn out of his front room today and wont make the ride or possibly the w.e. at a...
by Yosser
13 Feb 2014 14:43
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Springhill Farm Bunkhouse, Selattyn, 14 - 16 February 2014
Replies: 44
Views: 27953

Bunkhouse

Is anyone bringing running kit as I fancy some company.
Anne