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by Dave Cox
17 Apr 2022 06:14
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D run to the Vale Golf Club Sunday April 17th
Replies: 12
Views: 3114

Re: D run to the Vale Golf Club Sunday April 17th

Thanks Dave, glad I made the cut !!! Be good to see you all later
by Dave Cox
16 Apr 2022 16:12
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D run to the Vale Golf Club Sunday April 17th
Replies: 12
Views: 3114

Re: D run to the Vale Golf Club Sunday April 17th

Hi please can I join Dave to keep up the Dave quota
by Dave Cox
14 Apr 2022 18:49
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Bike Insurance
Replies: 7
Views: 6295

Re: Bike Insurance

Mine are on the M and S home insurance and it's good value. But they have a £3000 limit. I've never found separate insurance worthwhile even when promoted by CUK. The stipulations re locks etc when out riding mean that you'll only ever be covered for a commuter bike with at least one D lock.
by Dave Cox
08 Apr 2022 16:22
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Little Mountain Time Trial 2022
Replies: 5
Views: 6423

Re: Little Mountain Time Trial 2022

I'm planning to lead a D run out to watch some of the climbers do Ankerdine. Does anyone know at what time the first riders are going to reach the hill ???
by Dave Cox
04 Apr 2022 15:57
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 10th April
Replies: 1
Views: 844

Re: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 10th April

I thought it was David Jones who led the Intro ride??
by Dave Cox
03 Apr 2022 18:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN WEDS 6th APRIL
Replies: 3
Views: 1118

Re: D RUN WEDS 6th APRIL

That's great Paul sign me up
by Dave Cox
31 Mar 2022 14:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Thursday D Run to Umberslade Farm Park
Replies: 1
Views: 920

Re: Thursday D Run to Umberslade Farm Park

Well no one signed up but I went to Black Horse to make sure no one turned up and then led the ride solo. One Dave on a D Run is quorate - Right? Rear avenue entrance to Umberslade was locked and I didn't want to put my back out lifting the touring bike through the kissing gate so by-passed Umbersla...
by Dave Cox
29 Mar 2022 11:56
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Thursday D Run to Umberslade Farm Park
Replies: 1
Views: 920

Thursday D Run to Umberslade Farm Park

Hi, Just got to get more club run points so will lead D run Thursday leave 9.30 at Black Horse loop around a bit then stop at Umberslade on way home. Nice cafe with some outdoor seating !!
by Dave Cox
23 Mar 2022 10:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN THURSDAY 24TH MARCH
Replies: 15
Views: 3408

Re: D RUN THURSDAY 24TH MARCH

Hi, I'm also still testing positive so won't be out. So that's one Dave down !!
by Dave Cox
21 Mar 2022 16:19
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN THURSDAY 24TH MARCH
Replies: 15
Views: 3408

Re: D RUN THURSDAY 24TH MARCH

Hi Paul I'll be there if I get a negative test before then
by Dave Cox
14 Mar 2022 11:09
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: SUNDAY BEACON D RUNS RESTART
Replies: 3
Views: 1034

Re: SUNDAY BEACON D RUNS RESTART

Hi Paul many thanks for the heads up. Glad they are re-starting. We have COVID in the house at the moment - no idea why as we've been very careful so won't be out for a while. Perfect solo run yesterday but then scratchy throat this morning although still testing negative. Government would be happy ...
by Dave Cox
10 Mar 2022 21:36
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: An Evening with Adam Tranter Zoom 9th March
Replies: 1
Views: 3954

Re: An Evening with Adam Tranter Zoom 9th March

If any Beacon members are interested in how policies are going to be made and implemented for cycling and active travel across the West Midlands then this interview may be of interest. Over 40 local cycle campaigner attended and Shivaji Shiva's interview with Adam Tranter with questions from partici...
by Dave Cox
26 Feb 2022 21:53
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Sunrise and Snowdrop Express
Replies: 4
Views: 4856

Re: Sunrise and Snowdrop Express

Yes great day out and so good to see lots of riders and old friends. I've ridden this classic Beacon Brevet Populaire 15 times according to my collection of Brevet Cards and this was one of the best. I found the headwind tough on the way out to Upton but fruit cake, cappuccino, chat with the Preside...
by Dave Cox
25 Feb 2022 15:14
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: SUNRISE EXPRESS GROUP
Replies: 1
Views: 3547

Re: SUNRISE EXPRESS GROUP

I'll just wave at you from the Snowdrop contingent somewhere between Upton and Eckington Have a great ride
by Dave Cox
21 Feb 2022 18:36
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: An Evening with Adam Tranter Zoom 9th March
Replies: 1
Views: 3954

An Evening with Adam Tranter Zoom 9th March

I hope this event will be off interest to members as we all ride around the West Midlands and beyond ? On 9th March at 7.30 Push Bikes have organised a Zoom session with Adam Tranter recently appointed as Cycling and Walking Commissioner for the West Midlands. This will be an informal discussion led...
by Dave Cox
21 Feb 2022 18:11
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 27th February
Replies: 2
Views: 1128

Re: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 27th February

Thanks Phil, I rode across the Eckerton Bridge 2 years ago ? when it was flooded and open/closed status not clear at Upton but closed later I think. Got through OK but dangerous because of impatient drivers kicking up bow waves. Do hope it's clear on Sat because that's the best route BUT !!
by Dave Cox
18 Feb 2022 05:22
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: W-B-L Greenway
Replies: 1
Views: 3917

Re: W-B-L Greenway

Done great idea
by Dave Cox
01 Feb 2022 09:23
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN THURSDAY 3RD FEB
Replies: 3
Views: 1307

Re: D RUN THURSDAY 3RD FEB

Thanks for re starting the D runs Paul. Cant make Thursday this week but will get back into it. Enjoy the baby sitting lucky fella
by Dave Cox
21 Dec 2021 14:42
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Emergency Blankets when cycling.
Replies: 6
Views: 6916

Re: Emergency Blankets when cycling.

Good advice Phil. Sorry to hear about the crash best wishes for a speedy recovery over Xmas
by Dave Cox
13 Dec 2021 17:27
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: THURSDAY D RIDE TO DAVIDS NURSERY- 16th DEC
Replies: 5
Views: 1800

Re: THURSDAY D RIDE TO DAVIDS NURSERY- 16th DEC

Please sign me up Paul !!
by Dave Cox
10 Dec 2021 18:58
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN SUNDAY 12th TO BOTANY BAY
Replies: 8
Views: 2477

Re: D RUN SUNDAY 12th TO BOTANY BAY

Hi Paul, I'd like to come on this one
by Dave Cox
29 Nov 2021 18:16
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN WEDS 1st DEC
Replies: 9
Views: 4056

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN WEDS 1st DEC

Hi Paul I hope to come part way with you but won't stop. I need to be back for a 2.00 meeting
by Dave Cox
22 Nov 2021 13:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN WEDS 24th NOV - ASTWOOD BANK
Replies: 5
Views: 2500

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN WEDS 24th NOV - ASTWOOD BANK

Thanks Paul I'l be there
by Dave Cox
07 Nov 2021 22:47
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN TO WORCESTER WOODS ON THURSDAY
Replies: 7
Views: 3213

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN TO WORCESTER WOODS ON THURSDAY

I'm up for this Paul
by Dave Cox
01 Nov 2021 15:54
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN MIDWEEK - WEDS 3RD NOV TO LAVENDER HALL
Replies: 7
Views: 2963

Re: D RUN MIDWEEK - WEDS 3RD NOV TO LAVENDER HALL

Hi Paul, I'd like to join you Dave
by Dave Cox
25 Oct 2021 17:31
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Bike Stolen Giant Road e+2 ebike Sunday 24th Oct.
Replies: 2
Views: 5982

Re: Bike Stolen Giant Road e+2 ebike Sunday 24th Oct.

Sorry to hear about this Richard really upsetting. Good to see you coming out of Hockley Heath on Sunday. It quite an unusual bike so might be spotted?
by Dave Cox
23 Oct 2021 23:19
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Overshoe recommendation
Replies: 7
Views: 8863

Re: Overshoe recommendation

Another vote for North Wave winter boots
by Dave Cox
20 Oct 2021 16:03
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Dave Sinar - Sad news
Replies: 3
Views: 2826

Re: Dave Sinar - Sad news

This is very sad news, I remember Dave very well from my early days riding with the Beacon
by Dave Cox
18 Oct 2021 15:54
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Donation of Audax Surplus
Replies: 2
Views: 5023

Re: Donation of Audax Surplus

Good call Phil
by Dave Cox
18 Oct 2021 15:18
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN - THURS 21ST OCT
Replies: 13
Views: 3930

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN - WEDS 20TH OCT

Ok Paul I'm hoping to be out
by Dave Cox
26 Sep 2021 17:27
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN - SUNDAY 26th SEPT TO NICOLA'S
Replies: 14
Views: 4147

Re: D RUN - SUNDAY 26th SEPT TO NICOLA'S

Much as I'd like to snatch Dave Cole's club run points I think you got the wrong Dave today - easily done !!!!
by Dave Cox
26 Sep 2021 17:26
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN - WEDS 29th Sept
Replies: 6
Views: 2338

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN - WEDS 26th Sept

Have a good one Paul I cant join you this week 'cos of a hospital appointment
by Dave Cox
20 Sep 2021 14:11
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN
Replies: 6
Views: 2379

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN

Hi Paul, I'll join you and it will be good to go back to the Vale. They've always been very welcoming as long as you don't sit in the Captain's chair !! It's the one that looks like an antique.
by Dave Cox
15 Sep 2021 15:31
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN SROURPORT ON SEVERN
Replies: 9
Views: 2987

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN SROURPORT ON SEVERN

Good ride today Paul many thanks for leading.
by Dave Cox
13 Sep 2021 14:28
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: MIDWEEK D RUN SROURPORT ON SEVERN
Replies: 9
Views: 2987

Re: MIDWEEK D RUN SROURPORT ON SEVERN

Thanks Paul I'll be there good cafe and route Dave
by Dave Cox
08 Sep 2021 20:24
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN WEDNESDAY 8TH SEPT
Replies: 7
Views: 2368

Re: D RUN WEDNESDAY 8TH SEPT

Good ride thanks Paul. Hope it's a "proof of concept" for a regular Wednesday D run
by Dave Cox
08 Sep 2021 20:21
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: VTTA National 25 championships
Replies: 4
Views: 7642

Re: VTTA National 25 championships

Well done Ed
by Dave Cox
05 Sep 2021 15:12
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Mission accomplished Beacon Wreath delivered on time and in reasonable condition !

Dave Cox (leading)
Pete Norman
Rob Parker
Paul Balfe
Dave Stephenson.

John and Hilary Porter met us at Meriden

Berryfields Farm Shop went down well. HS2 works pedestrian diversion near Lavender Hall.
by Dave Cox
05 Sep 2021 06:31
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

OK thanks for letting us know
by Dave Cox
04 Sep 2021 20:18
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Yes Robert Peacock would be fine
by Dave Cox
04 Sep 2021 14:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Thanks Robert see you tomorrow
by Dave Cox
03 Sep 2021 23:05
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: D RUN WEDNESDAY 8TH SEPT
Replies: 7
Views: 2368

Re: D RUN WEDNESDAY 8TH SEPT

Thanks Paul, I'll join you
by Dave Cox
03 Sep 2021 23:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Richard thanks for letting me know

Marie-Lucie that's great
by Dave Cox
03 Sep 2021 17:16
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Hi Marie-Lucie - round trip is just under 50 miles and fairly flat. I'm probably bringing the wreath on a touring bike so it won't be a fast ride.

You would be very welcome to come along, hope to see you Sunday
by Dave Cox
31 Aug 2021 10:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Re: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

Thanks Rich and Pete be good to see you. Yes Rich we can pick you up outside the Red Lion Earlswood at about 8.35? Pete I think I'm going to fit the touring carrier on my Bike Friday and see if I can get it on there with some protection. There's no cakes this year at Meriden because of COVID so I'm ...
by Dave Cox
30 Aug 2021 16:42
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED
Replies: 49
Views: 129030

Re: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED

Very enjoyable ride. Many thanks to George for organising and Dave and Si for leading. Sorry to hear about your cold George. We must do it again next year. The old bike is surprisingly enjoyable to ride I might be using it all week !!
by Dave Cox
20 Aug 2021 14:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September
Replies: 21
Views: 5766

Meriden Memorial Service D Run 5th September

We've had confirmation that the 100th Meriden Cyclists' Memorial Service postponed from May will go ahead on Sunday 5th September. As in previous years I'll be riding there at D run pace starting at 8.00. We should have time for a quick coffee/breakfast at Lavender Hall before riding down to Meriden...
by Dave Cox
17 Aug 2021 22:19
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Unofficial Club Run
Replies: 6
Views: 2274

Re: Unofficial Club Run

Paul for many years there was a "steady pace" ride (old style C probably closer to D now) starting at the same time and place under the Saracen's auspices. Prior to COVID it was often down to me and Derek Reynolds so av 12-13 and 50 miles or so. There was also a "social ride" which was gentle but no...