Matt, yes all fine with me.
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- 13 Aug 2022 22:19
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B ride - Hillier's 60 miles - 08:00 start - Sunday 14th
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12243
- 12 Aug 2022 18:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B ride - Hillier's 60 miles - 08:00 start - Sunday 14th
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12243
- 11 Aug 2022 14:43
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B ride - Hillier's 60 miles - 08:00 start - Sunday 14th
- Replies: 15
- Views: 12243
B ride - Hillier's 60 miles - 08:00 start - Sunday 14th
As the 100 miler is cancelled, this is the substitute ride. As captioned, 60 miles from the Black Horse, starting at 08:00. In view of the temperatures, speed will be a steady B pace of about 14 -15 mph average. I am limiting this ride to 8 Riders. In view of the predicted temperatures, please ensur...
- 10 Aug 2022 19:50
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: THE NEXT BEACON AUDAX: The South Salopian. 1st October 2022
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5321
Re: THE NEXT BEACON AUDAX: The South Salopian. 1st October 2022
Philip; happy to help out at Belbroughton on the morning as appropriate.
- 05 Aug 2022 14:27
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: CANCELLED - 100 miles in ~7 hrs - Sun Aug 14th - 08:00 start
- Replies: 2
- Views: 1829
CANCELLED - 100 miles in ~7 hrs - Sun Aug 14th - 08:00 start
In view of the high temperatures the 100 miler is cancelled, however there will be shorter ride of 60 miles to Hillier's - see separate thread. ----------------------------------------------- I plan to run a 100 miler club ride, weather permitting with stops at Tewkesbury (Wetherspoons) and Harvingt...
- 28 Jul 2022 13:33
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B run to Long Marston Sunday 31 July
- Replies: 5
- Views: 3378
Re: B run to Long Marston Sunday 31 July
Noel, i’d like to join this ride please.
- 24 Jul 2022 22:12
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: A great read
- Replies: 153
- Views: 4723917
Re: An interesting watch
Not some much a read but a view. A couple of videos about the EF Womens tour team which you might find interesting. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIQ80iY7AQo; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8a5lhfiKww; Also for those of you interested in the Transcontinental Race, which commenced tonight, you ca...
- 17 Jul 2022 20:01
- Forum: Wanted
- Topic: Shimano Sora 3 x 9 speed shifter(s) required
- Replies: 1
- Views: 4343
Shimano Sora 3 x 9 speed shifter(s) required
I need to obtain a used and working right side (rear derailleur) Shimano Sora 3(triple) x 9 speed shifter or a set of two (left and right side).
Thanks
Thanks
- 28 Jun 2022 15:00
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
PHOTOS - Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June-
Here are some photos of the Wye Valley Touring weekend (most courtesy of Dave Cole). If anyone who took photos wishes to add then either PM or email me.
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AtuCGY3SozJwnFnRBLM ... i?e=UOHxqD
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AtuCGY3SozJwnFnRBLM ... i?e=UOHxqD
- 27 Jun 2022 10:20
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
Helen, thanks again for organising the tour; all very enjoyable. Ive paid via Paypal.
- 24 Jun 2022 15:17
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
For information: The distance to the pub for the evening meal is 2.2 miles each way (unless you fancy a swim!) which will take about 45 minutes to walk. If you are thinking of cycling there, it may be prudent to take a cable lock and if it's dusk / dark, I guess lights or torch will be required. htt...
- 21 Jun 2022 10:09
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: Garmin batteries
- Replies: 8
- Views: 24883
Re: Garmin batteries
Dave, i've replaced the battery on my 800 twice, if you need your doing just ask.
- 13 Jun 2022 17:15
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
Sorry, forgot to add the Pate, starter, thanks.
- 13 Jun 2022 09:13
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
Fission chips for me too please
- 12 Jun 2022 17:06
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - C/C+ Ride to Snitterfield - Sun 12th June leaving BH at 09:00
- Replies: 23
- Views: 8353
Re: RIDE FULL - C/C+ Ride to Snitterfield - Sun 12th June leaving BH at 09:00
Group 2 riders were as follows;
Neil Evanson
Pete Norman
Vince Tennant
Simon Turner
Si Walker (leading)
Neil Evanson
Pete Norman
Vince Tennant
Simon Turner
Si Walker (leading)
- 19 May 2022 13:31
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Bike lanes and traffic
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4756
Re: Bike lanes and traffic
Paul, thanks, now corrected.
- 19 May 2022 13:14
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Bike lanes and traffic
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4756
Bike lanes and traffic
An interesting article in The Guardian on bike lanes and traffic management. (there are also several links below the video to follow through) https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/video/2022/may/17/why-new-bike-lanes-dont-cause-traffic-jams-video And an obituary on Richard Moore https://www.thegu...
- 25 Mar 2022 21:29
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Majorca trip
- Replies: 2
- Views: 6173
Re: Majorca trip
Trevor, Ive just got back from Mallorca, had a Monday to Friday stay at the Pollensa Park and Spa Hotel in Porto de Pollensa. I can recommend this place as the food and accommodation was excellent, I used a Jet2 package which was very reasonable. They have a bike garage and there are plenty of place...
- 24 Mar 2022 19:27
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B run Saturday 26th Mar 09:30
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2251
Re: B run Saturday 26th Mar 09:30
Yes please Matt, will confirm Sat.
- 09 Mar 2022 15:17
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Snake pass closed to cars for 4 weeks
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5200
Re: Snake pass closed to cars for 4 weeks
That’s a shame! But better than going down an actual ‘pot hole’
- 07 Mar 2022 22:47
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Snake pass closed to cars for 4 weeks
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5200
Snake pass closed to cars for 4 weeks
Due to storm damage road is closed to cars giving cyclists a great opportunity to ride the road.
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk ... e-23269144
https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk ... e-23269144
- 06 Mar 2022 20:29
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th March B ride to Cobhouse Fisheries 08:30
- Replies: 17
- Views: 5451
Re: Sunday 13th March B ride to Cobhouse Fisheries 08:30
Yes please Si, add me to the ride.
- 03 Mar 2022 21:48
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Interesting article re Social media comments and cycling
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4852
Majorca?
Just wondered if anyone is going out to Majorca this year for some early spring cycling?
- 09 Jan 2022 15:18
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: A great read
- Replies: 153
- Views: 4723917
Re: A great read- The Midlife Cyclist by Phil Cavell (2021)
Ive just finished reading The Midlife Cyclist by Phil Cavell (2021, Bloomsbury Sport Press). This is a well researched and interesting book which covers many aspects of cycling life including the usual stuff on injuries, training, nutrition, bike fitting and advice on how to train and adjust as a cy...
- 06 Jan 2022 17:27
- Forum: Other Rides & Touring
- Topic: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
- Replies: 47
- Views: 34247
Re: Summer touring weekend 25th & 26th June
Thanks, I’m in for a dorm space please.
- 16 Dec 2021 10:20
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED - see below
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4295
Re: Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED
Hello, Unfortunately but not unexpectedly, the Christmas ride to The Swan has been cancelled by the Club due to the 'escalating seriousness' of the COVID situation (https://www.facebook.com/beaconrcc/). Therefore there seems little point in the ride going ahead, however you are welcome to use the ro...
- 13 Dec 2021 20:58
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED - see below
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4295
Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED - see below
I'll lead a ride to the Swan at Chaddersley for the riders Christmas gathering, with a stop at the Ginney Ring for coffee, on the way. Those wishing not to enter the pub are welcome to come along and find their own way home from that point using the route. Speed will be approx 14 mph, weather is for...
- 10 Dec 2021 18:37
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 12th December, B ride to Holt Heath
- Replies: 10
- Views: 3281
Re: Saturday 12th December, B ride to Holt Heath
Matt, could you add me on please?
- 27 Nov 2021 16:22
- Forum: Wanted
- Topic: Boneshaker Magazine
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7158
Re: Boneshaker Magazine
Hello Si, It looks like you can read the old issues here: https://issuu.com/boneshakermag Also, although the magazine is defunct it looks like their web shop is still online and you can buy downloads of the magazine https://boneshakermag.bigcartel.com/ cheers Graham Graham, thanks for that, I have ...
- 23 Nov 2021 15:21
- Forum: Wanted
- Topic: Boneshaker Magazine
- Replies: 2
- Views: 7158
Boneshaker Magazine
Does anyone have any Boneshaker magazines they would like to get rid of. I’ve recently obtained a couple of copies and enjoy the articles and would like to read more of them. Unfortunately publication has now stopped.
- 28 Sep 2021 14:22
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Touring blog
- Replies: 1
- Views: 5235
Touring blog
I recently did the Horseshoe Pass ride from Shrewsbury, at the top of the pass arriving at the cafe were a couple on heavily laden touring bikes which we took a look at and commented on the large packs and Thorn bikes. I've come across them in a cycle touring blog, their tour started in June 2021 an...
- 30 Aug 2021 15:19
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED
- Replies: 49
- Views: 190357
Re: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED
Beacon Vintage Bike Ride photos.
See the link below, feel free to copy, an acknowledgement would be appreciated.
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AtuCGY3SozJwmyVVTRe ... j?e=Wkew6t
See the link below, feel free to copy, an acknowledgement would be appreciated.
https://1drv.ms/u/s!AtuCGY3SozJwmyVVTRe ... j?e=Wkew6t
- 30 Aug 2021 07:23
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED
- Replies: 49
- Views: 190357
Re: Vintage club run 30/8/21 - DETAILS ADDED
Just to note: Card or contactless payments only at the Cafe i.e. NO Cash
- 27 Aug 2021 17:30
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 8:45 Sunday 29th August B Run to Warwick @ 15mph
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3380
Re: 8:45 Sunday 29th August B Run to Warwick @ 15mph
Hi Phil, may I join you please? (the route out via Snitterfield is good it has a variety of hills and good descents)
- 21 Aug 2021 16:31
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C Run Sunday 22 August Arley Arboretum
- Replies: 11
- Views: 6470
Re: C Run Sunday 22 August Arley Arboretum
Hi Pete, I'd like to join you please.
- 09 Aug 2021 19:10
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: Seat Post Seizure and Removal
- Replies: 0
- Views: 6795
Seat Post Seizure and Removal
I’ve had a bike with a seized seat post, which would not budge at all despite dripping oil in around the seat post and light tapping to try to get it out. Rather than having a hack at it, I sourced a chap that removes these on a regular basis ‘The Seat Post Man’ based on Chorley, Lancs. I took the b...
- 31 Jul 2021 13:58
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C ride Warwick
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2034
Re: C ride Warwick
Si, can you add me too please?
- 25 Jul 2021 05:05
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B ride to Warwick, Sunday 25th Jul, 9am
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1627
Re: B ride to Warwick, Sunday 25th Jul, 9am
Matt, I might join you please but don’t wait if I’m not there. Also the road past the Rezzer is closed off completely so you may need to divert through Tanners Green, Foreshaw Heath and Wood End.
- 18 Jul 2021 17:20
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4948
Re: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
All riders attended, a bit of an incident with a startled horse 🐎 in a country lane resulted in a minor delay. Superb horse rider control prevented an ejection from the saddle. Cafe was very pleasant with a rider getting f**t before setting off. Stopped for ice lollies and cold drinks at Bishampton ...
- 16 Jul 2021 18:11
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4948
Re: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
OK Andy, will do.+AndyMcGrath wrote: ↑16 Jul 2021 12:24Hello Si
I’ll meet you at the bottom of DH Bank at about 8:45
Cheers
Andy McG
- 14 Jul 2021 17:05
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4948
Re: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
Hmmm ok then don't matter iv put my name on the A instead Andy W, really sorry, not an intentional omission. (You could have PM'd me for my oversight!). Ive had busy days at work and with glances at the MB didn't see yours after Alan's request, AlanW and AndyW look the same with a brief glance!. If...
- 13 Jul 2021 22:10
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
- Replies: 14
- Views: 4948
Sunday 18th July- Upton - 08:30 start - 14-15 mph
I'll take a ride to Upton, ~72 miles return, ave 14-15 mph social speed, mostly flat i.e. slow B. The route is out via Droitwich, Crowle, Drakes Broughton, return via Defford, Inkberrow, Tardebigge. Cafe stop at the Marina (WheelHouse) or in the town. Forecast is good; sunny and hot, light wind, so ...
- 10 Jul 2021 08:16
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C Run Sunday 11 July Charlecote 53 mile
- Replies: 4
- Views: 1895
Re: C Run Sunday 11 July Charlecote 53 mile
Pete, may I also ride with you please?
- 05 Jul 2021 06:34
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
Just thought I’d write few lines about the two Weston rides having woken at 04:00 hrs with stiff legs. It has been an epic weekend. Day 1 We started off on time at 06:30 hrs meeting Si, Ben, Lewis and Euge at the Black Horse only to have a couple of minor issues by the time we reached Longbridge. My...
- 28 Jun 2021 17:10
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
I was really looking forward to this ride and to that adventure with the group... ... yet fate has decided otherwise. Please take me off Cedric, I’m sorry that you are not riding with us. Will you be liaising with Ben for the hotel? also Lewis may take up your booking- please see his earlier posting.
- 28 Jun 2021 16:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
Arrangements: Routes These are the latest route updates (updated today Mon 28th for minor tweaks), please ensure you check again on Friday in case there are any last minute changes, and download a copy for your device. Outward. (115 miles): https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36583690 Return: (114 miles...
- 28 Jun 2021 14:36
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
I was very late to look at room bookings, and now they’ve gone up to £140! Unless there are any last minute joiners who I can split with, I’ll book an Airbnb down the road instead. Let me know please :) Lewis: I am not aware of anyone else who is intending to ride. I am going to post a message abou...
- 28 Jun 2021 12:28
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
Btw, I had an e-mail from Premier Inns the other day asking whether we wanted to book an evening meal there. I haven't yet done so. I'm assuming that most of us would rather eat at a pub or similar. Let me know if I've got that wrong. George, re evening meal, yes preferably eat at a pub or somewher...
- 28 Jun 2021 10:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 29101
Re: Slow Weston run 3-4 July
Here is a starter proposal for discussion and subject to modification depending upon George's routing plan. Many thanks for doing this, Si. As you suggested, I've taken a look at it. Broadly speaking, it looks great. The only suggestion I would make is for a minor tweak in the Thornbury area. If we...