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by AlanW
20 Jul 2023 20:43
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye
Replies: 12
Views: 14491

Re: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye

What is not helping the situation in me/us planning ahead is all the train strikes and services being cancelled at the last-minute thus leaving travellers stranded. My son is currently at Bath Uni and travels home occasionally, on more than one occasion he has been stranded at Cheltenham as they hav...
by AlanW
20 Jul 2023 20:40
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye
Replies: 12
Views: 14491

Re: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye

In principle, Alan, it sounds like the sort of thing I might want to link up with. However, finding a free weekends before the end of the summer will be difficult, and I can't do midweeks, so I fear it's not going to be practical for me. From what I can see on Trainline, the only possible weekend d...
by AlanW
20 Jul 2023 00:49
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye
Replies: 12
Views: 14491

Re: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye

Return trains are at:-
16:40
17:39
18:48
by AlanW
19 Jul 2023 20:39
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye
Replies: 12
Views: 14491

Beacon away day to Abergavenny and Hay on Wye

We last did this ride a few years ago so I thought it would be good to see if there was any interest in doing it again? Catching the 08:22 train from Bromsgrove to arrive in Hereford at 09:32, or if travelling from Birmingham 08:00 from New Street, 08:06 from University of Birmingham or 08:17 from B...
by AlanW
14 Jul 2023 09:23
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Garmin Varia RTL510 rear radar/light - SOLD
Replies: 1
Views: 4151

Re: Garmin Varia RTL510 rear radar/light

Still for sale, make me a sensible offer?
by AlanW
14 Jul 2023 09:22
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - mid week two day excursion - August
Replies: 2
Views: 4331

Re: YHA - mid week two day excursion - August

The six-person private room is now full, but if others want to join us, there are still two person and four-person private rooms available. The down side, they are quite expensive. 😟
by AlanW
11 Jul 2023 19:20
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - mid week two day excursion - August
Replies: 2
Views: 4331

YHA - mid week two day excursion - August

This time to YHA Youlgreave, Bakewell, leaving on Tuesday 15th August and returning the next day. They have private rooms available that sleep six, four or two people per room. If you are interested then please let me know so that I can get the room or rooms booked ASAP. https://www.yha.org.uk/hoste...
by AlanW
01 Jul 2023 20:19
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Garmin Varia RTL510 rear radar/light - SOLD
Replies: 1
Views: 4151

Garmin Varia RTL510 rear radar/light - SOLD

This is the first version of the increasingly popular device. l've had it from new, which l think is around three years. It works 100% as it should and has zero marks or damage to it. It will also come with an aero seat mount insert, not pictured. This is the review from 2018 when it was first launc...
by AlanW
19 Jun 2023 14:52
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 24th and 25th of June
Replies: 4
Views: 3127

Re: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 24th and 25th of June

PLus, two spaces are still available for Wednesday 5th July for the two day YHA trip to St Briavels in Lydney, Gloucestershire.
by AlanW
12 Jun 2023 16:06
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July
Replies: 5
Views: 8056

Re: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July

Popping this back on the top of the list, there are spaces still available. Ideally another two would be perfect, but we have space for four more.
by AlanW
05 Jun 2023 10:40
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July
Replies: 5
Views: 8056

Re: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July

We are now up to five people but Ive just checked and the private room for six has gone so Ive booked and paid for the private room for eight for Wednesday 5th July.

Which means we now have extra capacity for three more people, please shout up if you would like to join the merry band. :D
by AlanW
04 Jun 2023 17:39
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July
Replies: 5
Views: 8056

Re: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July

We have just two more places available in order to fill the private 6 bed room, or four more places if we go for a private 8 bed room.
If you want to join us, then please shout up as soon as!
by AlanW
02 Jun 2023 21:06
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July
Replies: 5
Views: 8056

YHA - Mid Week Excursion - July

Just planning the next mid week two day mini tour, this time to St Briavels YHA, Lydney, Gloucestershire, GL15 6RG Not sure of the exact date as yet, but it will be two days of the week commencing Monday 3rd July. There are private rooms available for 6 or 8 people, so if you are interested, then pl...
by AlanW
02 Jun 2023 07:46
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

A huge thank you to those on the mini excursion that made for a great couple of days. Overall, l think it all went according to plan, once we got out of Birmingham on the canal network. You only have to look at my Strava page to see the right royal mess we got ourselves in! But once we got clear of ...
by AlanW
29 May 2023 18:27
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

Just a few days remain, and then away we go
by AlanW
27 May 2023 14:06
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Mini Tours
Replies: 13
Views: 7288

Re: Mini Tours

Having recently sold my Brompton, personally l wouldn't even contemplate doing light touring on it. Yes l know people do, lm saying it's not for me.

Don't get me wrong, the Brompton is a great bike for commuting and riding along the sea front etc, but anything else, l will pass thanks.
by AlanW
06 May 2023 17:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B Ride - CANCELLED The Cob House - BH 9:15am Sunday 7th May
Replies: 7
Views: 3289

Re: B Ride - The Cob House - BH 9:15am Sunday 7th May

No worries Stu, better to find damage in the comfort of your garage than out in the middle of no where!
by AlanW
06 May 2023 13:57
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B Ride - CANCELLED The Cob House - BH 9:15am Sunday 7th May
Replies: 7
Views: 3289

Re: B Ride - The Cob House - BH 9:15am Sunday 7th May

Hi Stu,

Can you put my name down as well please.
by AlanW
03 May 2023 20:09
Forum: For Sale
Topic: TorTec Expedition Rear Pannier Rack - SOLD
Replies: 0
Views: 5886

TorTec Expedition Rear Pannier Rack - SOLD

The Expedition is the rack of choice for touring cyclists needing to carry serious loads with maximum confidence. Built to last from 10mm alloy tubing, the design incorporates an additional, lower pannier rail, permitting the fitting of a rack pack without interfering with pannier hooks and includes...
by AlanW
03 May 2023 19:58
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: Mini Tours
Replies: 13
Views: 7288

Re: Mini Tours

As I will be retiring at the end of this month, this thread will also be of interest to me 8-]
by AlanW
23 Mar 2023 15:03
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

There are still places available for 2, 4 or 8 people in private rooms, please let me know if you are interested.
by AlanW
17 Mar 2023 16:14
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 19th March @ 9:15 - B Ride to Kenilworth
Replies: 13
Views: 12068

Re: Sunday 19th March @ 9:15 - B Ride to Kenilworth

Me to please, thanks
by AlanW
04 Mar 2023 18:17
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B Ride - Sunday 5th March 9:15am start @ BH
Replies: 13
Views: 4126

Re: B Ride - Sunday 5th March 9:15am start @ BH

Sorry Stu, slight change of plan for me as l need to be home earlier than l first thought. Which means it's highly unlikely l will join you guys now.

Have a safe ride everyone.
by AlanW
03 Mar 2023 20:30
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B Ride - Sunday 5th March 9:15am start @ BH
Replies: 13
Views: 4126

Re: B Ride - Sunday 5th March 9:15am start @ BH

Count me in please, thanks
by AlanW
19 Feb 2023 07:37
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B Ride - Hillers Cafe - Sunday 19th Feb, 9:15am
Replies: 17
Views: 10031

Re: B Ride - Hillers Cafe - Sunday 19th Feb, 9:15am

Late request from me to, but can you also add me please?
by AlanW
16 Feb 2023 19:11
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

Just popping this back on peoples radar, still room if anyone wants to join us?
by AlanW
11 Feb 2023 17:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B ride to Upton Snodsbury, Sunday 12th Feb, 9:15am
Replies: 14
Views: 6994

Re: B ride to Upton Snodsbury, Sunday 12th Feb, 9:15am

michelle wrote:
11 Feb 2023 09:51
I'll try not to spill the sugar and burn the toast this time - best behaviour (if that's possible!) - thanks
This I will have to see!
by AlanW
11 Feb 2023 17:18
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: B ride to Upton Snodsbury, Sunday 12th Feb, 9:15am
Replies: 14
Views: 6994

Re: B ride to Upton Snodsbury, Sunday 12th Feb, 9:15am

Please add me Matt, thanks
by AlanW
24 Jan 2023 18:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sun 29th Jan B - ride to Warwick
Replies: 12
Views: 5892

Re: Sun 29th B- ride to Warwick

Im in Si
by AlanW
23 Jan 2023 15:20
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

We have eight riders in total now, but there is still room to accommodate others, but be quick as the private rooms are being booked up
by AlanW
16 Jan 2023 17:31
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 21st and 22nd of January
Replies: 5
Views: 1402

Re: Weekly Club Update and Club runs for the weekend of 21st and 22nd of January

And not forgetting the midweek YHA trip in May of course, capacity is still available.
by AlanW
16 Jan 2023 15:08
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

There is still capacity at the YHA if anyone is interested in joining us?

If you need any more info, then please contact me direct
by AlanW
13 Jan 2023 06:49
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

Private room for six c/w ensuite booked and paid for, we have space for definitely one more, possibly two more.

But other private rooms of two, three and four people are currently available, but these are being booked up.
by AlanW
12 Jan 2023 14:34
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

I've just spoken to YHA and while there is availability at the moment, private rooms are getting booked up.
I propose booking a private room for six with ensuite, which l think is £109
But that cost does not include my YHA discount.
by AlanW
12 Jan 2023 14:34
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

David Cole wrote:
12 Jan 2023 13:42
I'll go for the dorm this time Alan
Even better.
by AlanW
12 Jan 2023 11:32
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

David Cole wrote:
12 Jan 2023 11:03
I would be interested in this Alan
Dave
Great stuff Dave, do you want a dorm or camping?
by AlanW
11 Jan 2023 18:33
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

Si_Walker wrote:
11 Jan 2023 18:18
I’ll only just be back from Portugal on Sunday, so will have to give this a miss, but great idea.
Thats a real shame, but I intend to do more in the year
by AlanW
11 Jan 2023 17:17
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

Re: YHA - Midweek Excursion

Simmo wrote:
11 Jan 2023 17:13
I’d like to join you on this Al.
Great stuff Si
by AlanW
10 Jan 2023 17:16
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA - Midweek Excursion
Replies: 18
Views: 13019

YHA - Midweek Excursion

Same YHA destination as before, Ilam Hall in Ashbourne https://www.yha.org.uk/hostel/yha-ilam-hall?gclid=CjwKCAiAqt-dBhBcEiwATw-ggDTakZyL_kGe9PvscPvdkvF_dWs-t58jfbSLh6jZH49uuY_hQUzD4hoCh-0QA Stopping Wednesday 31st May and returning Thursday 1st June. I have pencilled it in with the YHA but they wil...
by AlanW
09 Jan 2023 16:47
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

The Shenstone audaxes go out that way - they are still in the calendar so you might get route ideas from them. You can get to Shenstone (or Aldridge for that matter) by skirting the east of Brum via Meriden and Kingsbury. I rode the Castleton Classic a few years back that started from Shenstone, I'...
by AlanW
09 Jan 2023 16:46
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

hi having a good think about it and this Bank Holiday weekend is putting me off, very busy roads, i didnt even drive anywhere on a bank holiday weekend. If it was mid week or any other weekend yeah, you would have me & Rob Parker joining up, can you look at alternative midweek or weekends Sorry to ...
by AlanW
09 Jan 2023 10:15
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

I don't know where you live Jim, but the route has to start from the Black Horse, which the shortest route is around 65 miles. So l take it you would meet us en route somewhere? As for the 'youngest ginger randonneur" joining us, it's a decision to be made by the group. But my own thoughts are that ...
by AlanW
08 Jan 2023 20:47
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

This is a route that it suggested, based on all paved:-

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41742087

Cafe stops at either 20 or 28 miles and then lunch at 50 miles, arrive at YHA at 65 miles just in time for tea :mrgreen:
by AlanW
08 Jan 2023 20:40
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

Thanks for reminding me about using cycle.travel Paul

Ive logged in and the last time I used it was 2014!!
by AlanW
08 Jan 2023 18:04
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

This is the first draft l did, still working on it to be honest. I'm struggling with the best way to get out of Brum, hence why lve opted for the towpath. But it's tarmaced, so it should be okay. I also need to factor in cafe stops and a lunch stop, so it is still work in progress. I havent looked a...
by AlanW
08 Jan 2023 17:30
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

I'm interested but the bank holiday weekend makes it harder for me so I can't commit at the moment. Not sure on plans for hols next year yet but likely to try and use as many as the BH weekends as I can to spread my leave further. I'll be quite honest I didn't realise it fell on a Bank Holiday week...
by AlanW
06 Jan 2023 17:28
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May POSTPONED
Replies: 22
Views: 9584

Re: YHA Weekend - Saturday 27th May

Paul,

Please be assured that the pace will be to suit the group, it's all about the experience than the pace.
by AlanW
06 Jan 2023 17:00
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Danny Mason Highlands Challenge - June 2023
Replies: 0
Views: 3542

Danny Mason Highlands Challenge - June 2023

Entries are now open for the Danny Mason Highlands Challenge, Sunday 11th June
If you have not ridden this event before, I urge you to give it go.

http://www.shropshirehighlandchallenge.co.uk/