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by petemarshall
11 Oct 2016 07:43
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Wheel speed shimmy advice
Replies: 6
Views: 8480

The usual reason for shimmy on a decent frame is the bars being set to high, particularly using a lot of spacers between headset and stem. If you have more than 15mm ( three standard spacers) this may be the cause. After that, shimmy may be caused by using a fork with two much or two little rake or ...
by petemarshall
08 Oct 2016 15:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 9th October
Replies: 15
Views: 9523

Which way you going Dave, Beacon Road to Shatterford?
by petemarshall
30 Sep 2016 12:28
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Velo Birmingham Closed Road Sportive
Replies: 52
Views: 102510

Got to admit that when a company can't be bothered to stress test a website before going live it makes me concerned about how well they can handle stuff in the real world. BCC has a very very poor record in regards to commissioning IT, a point made several times in the recent government reports on B...
by petemarshall
29 Sep 2016 07:54
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Velo Birmingham Closed Road Sportive
Replies: 52
Views: 102510

Moaning about the costs is rather missing the point. Even at £75 a head an event like this will struggle to meet the costs of closing roads and providing adequate marshalling for 15000 riders, a good percentage of them playing at racing with little idea about how to do it. Unlike real racing or even...
by petemarshall
16 Sep 2016 16:49
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Strava Police
Replies: 11
Views: 7397

The short lived KoM of Winwood and nearly every other Clent hill, all achieved on one ride by a guy who hardly rode before. Don't think I was the only person who reported it. Long gone now and the usual KoM is back in charge😎
by petemarshall
05 Sep 2016 19:51
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Closed Rd Sportive in Birmingham
Replies: 3
Views: 3924

Hope we get the date soon so I can book a holiday as far away as possible 😊
by petemarshall
02 Sep 2016 22:02
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 4th September
Replies: 14
Views: 9677

Tapster and Yew Tree, great roads on a C ride as a test of who pumps their tyres up properly :D
Three **flat**s last time I took the C ride there😊
by petemarshall
01 Sep 2016 17:59
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: 20isplenty?
Replies: 4
Views: 3049

We have had a 20 limit on the road near us for a couple of years now. It has reduced speeds between the speed bumps to 30 and slower over the actual bumps. Before the limits many managed 40 before hitting the speed bumps. I can cycle along here at just over 20 mph, but still get over taken then slow...
by petemarshall
22 Aug 2016 14:59
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Simon and others results
Replies: 15
Views: 8240

Hub Ub is automatically linked to Twitter and Facebook and when Laurence does a report on hub Ub it updates the Facebook page and the twitter feed I created for Hub Ub. I usually try and also update the main Facebook group with race reports from hub Ub but can't update the latest Facebook page. As I...
by petemarshall
08 Aug 2016 21:09
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 14th August
Replies: 22
Views: 12846

Which way you going to Warwick Andy?
by petemarshall
07 Aug 2016 13:23
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 7th August
Replies: 16
Views: 9815

Intro Ride 7 Aug

Hopefully a ride enjoyed by all.
Lead by myself with my glamorous assistant Colin Hall 8)

Victims as follows
  • Sahra Derkits

    Alina Krutikovaitė

    James Saunderson

    Andrew Colson

    Lee Saunderson

    Aibhenn Collins
Hope to see you all on future rides.
by petemarshall
03 Aug 2016 23:33
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: 2016 Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100
Replies: 29
Views: 24533

I'd be interested to know what the organisation was like. After watching the events on the tele I have the distinct impression that the whole thing was the biggest shambles since Lord Cardigan said "follow me chaps, we'll be alright" I think you may find that the BBC reporting was the shambolic thi...
by petemarshall
03 Aug 2016 18:20
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Simon and others results
Replies: 15
Views: 8240

If anyone is entering a race letting the Tudor Grange coaching group on Facebook would be a good start both to encourage other riders and to share resources. I try and inform those who come to session of forthcoming races and encourage entrants, if we knew in advance of who intended riding it may en...
by petemarshall
02 Aug 2016 18:13
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Simon and others results
Replies: 15
Views: 8240

For BC races all the results are on line. This page shows Beacon results for 2016
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/clubp ... perpage=20
by petemarshall
02 Aug 2016 15:36
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Simon and others results
Replies: 15
Views: 8240

You may find that most of the regular racers use Facebook rather than this board, that has certainly been my experience as far as the coaching goes Most seem to post were they are racing on Facebook and of course Laurence provides a regular report using Hub Ub.
by petemarshall
02 Aug 2016 12:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 7th August
Replies: 16
Views: 9815

Re: A Ride to Toddington 08:15 (130k ~1100m climbing)

Andy Terry wrote:
caashford wrote: I haven't ridden this route before but hopefully it should be ok if used previously.
Just keep a close eye on the Garmin navigating through Redditch :)
Following a Garmin through Redditch, best of luck with that :roll:
by petemarshall
02 Aug 2016 10:14
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Help please on GPX and Garmin
Replies: 3
Views: 6613

To put a gpx file and create a route (or course as Garmin call them ) on a Garmin Edge unit place the gpx file in the New Files folder on the Garmin. When you restart the unit a course will be created. To view a gpx file on you computer you would need mapping software and a map. Garmins Basecamp is ...
by petemarshall
01 Aug 2016 23:30
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: 2016 Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100
Replies: 29
Views: 24533

Not reflected in ranking based on actual racing though

https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/ranki ... perpage=40

Beacon presently 22nd in West Midlands.
by petemarshall
01 Aug 2016 22:24
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 7th August
Replies: 16
Views: 9815

Colin Hall will be assisting on intro.
by petemarshall
01 Aug 2016 09:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Introductory Rides 2016
Replies: 21
Views: 13234

Happy to do this coming Sundays intro ride, assisted by Colin Hall
The Stables at Earlswood.
http://www.gpsies.com/map.do?fileId=wvexgtubpypgzfcs
by petemarshall
01 Aug 2016 07:06
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: 2016 Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100
Replies: 29
Views: 24533

Whilst not wishing to take anything from rider's achievement, comparing times on what is in effect a road race with a TT is very unfair on the time trialist. Hopefully Matt and the rest were drafting and sharing the wind. I don't think Ruth's record is at threat 😊
by petemarshall
31 Jul 2016 18:46
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 31st July
Replies: 9
Views: 6840

David Cole wrote:Sorry Pete

You probably could do with a better bike - that one you're riding looks the type of bike a man in his late 50s would ride.
Dave
I'm thinking of getting a Pinerwhatsit or something else trendy but it may be too late for a mid life crisis :lol:
by petemarshall
31 Jul 2016 17:52
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 31st July
Replies: 9
Views: 6840

Have I been removed for not having a smart enough bike Dave? :shock: :twisted:
by petemarshall
28 Jun 2016 22:19
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Strava
Replies: 1
Views: 2127

Check Strava status here
http://status.strava.com/
It's up as far as I know and I can't see how the age of the computer would affect it
:D
by petemarshall
11 Jun 2016 08:13
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 12th June
Replies: 21
Views: 11894

If there is any body left who is not in Tewkesbury, away in Snowdonia or following Pete up the Waltonberg I'll be taking a B run to the Wyre Forest Cafe. Pace will be 15.5 or so. Lumpy on the way out via kinver & Arely Return via Heightington and Chaddesley. 56 miles BH to BH depart at 09.15 . I'll...
by petemarshall
08 Jun 2016 08:10
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 12th June
Replies: 21
Views: 11894

Anyone fancy a ride out starting at 9:15 then I shall pop over the BH before heading Clent way for a few hills and interesting roads. Back to BH by 13:30 or earlier. Not a C or B ride, taking hills at whatever pace you fancy but coming together at an agreed café. Beacon Hill, Winwood Heath Road and ...
by petemarshall
07 Jun 2016 15:16
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Rough Diamond 300kms audax
Replies: 9
Views: 6231

Are you seeking sympathy, counseling or treatment?
I can recommend an excellent behavioural therapist who will have you both back to sanity in no time.
by petemarshall
06 Jun 2016 23:21
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21433

Re: Leading a Ride

2) notify the chosen cafe a few days before the ride that a group will be arriving and tell them the approx number of rider (guess) and estimated time of arrival. There is a list of cafes on the resources page). Thanks. Just to add that it isn't always necessary or even possible to book cafes in ad...
by petemarshall
06 Jun 2016 20:40
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Club 50 Championships
Replies: 11
Views: 7049

I have been using the 40 kmh for one hour as a standard bench mark for the youngsters wanting to ride Crits, hiding in the bunch. Pretty sure that Dave just did that, in the wind for two hours!!!! 8) I think it's time Dave and Anne came down to one of the Tudor Grange sessions and showed all the you...
by petemarshall
05 Jun 2016 21:39
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 5th June (plus Intro ride)
Replies: 21
Views: 13569

Re: Club run

. On the way home I was thinking about the number of riders, I would guess about 75% that totally ignored me even though I always wave or speak. Then a few miles from Tardebigge Ruth Eyles caught me and it was nice to have a little chat before going our separate ways. A proper club cyclist. Being a...
by petemarshall
05 Jun 2016 15:18
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 5th June (plus Intro ride)
Replies: 21
Views: 13569

On the smallest C ride I have ever led .Which was great as no waiting around on climbs and no mechanicals.
Pete Marshall (L)
Ash Turner
Giovanni Del Vecchio
Mark McConkey

Mark acted as sweeper and led back from Stourbridge so I could get my Sunday lunch 8)
by petemarshall
31 May 2016 14:32
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 5th June (plus Intro ride)
Replies: 21
Views: 13569

I will do the C ride.
SVR cafe in Bewdley. Lumpy.
http://www.gpsies.com/map.do?fileId=wpppplqnmaddyduz
It will be at the lowest end of the pace, if not slower as it is reasonably lumpy.
Shortened if poor weather.
And if you download and use the gps file, remember I often change on a whim :twisted:
by petemarshall
28 May 2016 18:22
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 29th May
Replies: 20
Views: 12481

Weather forecast looks good and this week's C run will be a nice steady Bank Holiday weekend style 75km to Arley Arboretum. Quite hilly though - going out via Romsley, Clent, Kinver, and the other Romsley, returning through Shatterford and Wolverley. You don't really expect me to look back a whole ...
by petemarshall
28 May 2016 18:10
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 29th May
Replies: 20
Views: 12481

Andy, you going to the Arboretum or Post Office café in Arley?
I hope to see you there.
by petemarshall
18 May 2016 12:31
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: the 'water in the hole' problem
Replies: 11
Views: 11195

Silicone covers can also interfere with attaching the unit to some types of mount. I'm slightly surprised to read the above, because I've now been using a Garmin in all weathers for some years and I've never experienced a problem. Am I simply very lucky? Does everyone who has experienced a problem ...
by petemarshall
16 May 2016 19:03
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: the 'water in the hole' problem
Replies: 11
Views: 11195

The cases don't work. It usually only gets blocked in a real downpour not "normal " rain. As far as Strava goes it uses the data uploaded to it this includes how it was recorded as all this is contained in the file, makes no difference if it's a fit or gpx format or how it's uploaded. Strava will ov...
by petemarshall
16 May 2016 16:37
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 57063

I agree with that, John, but some of the complaints received have been that slower riders have been dropped on some club runs (I think I recall that last year, there was even one where the leader was dropped due to other riders pushing the pace). There is also a bit of a risk of self-selection, in ...
by petemarshall
15 May 2016 13:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 57063

I have remarked on this before, but the idea of "stepping up " to faster longer club rides seems entirely wrong to me. Club rides are social events and people should go on rides they feel well within their capacity to enjoy as a social event not feel that the C ride is somehow a training event for t...
by petemarshall
15 May 2016 07:06
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Minimum passing distance law petition
Replies: 6
Views: 4181

Tim wrote:
I last read the highway code in 1998. No-one knows what's in it.
You will make a fine cycle campaigner then Tim. :D
by petemarshall
14 May 2016 18:38
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Minimum passing distance law petition
Replies: 6
Views: 4181

Presently the Highway Code is clear that you give the same space to cyclists as any other vehicle and you pass at a safe distance, that some fail to do this isn't going to change because a specific distance is enshrined in law and as Steve points out, may have the opposited effect on fast roads. I s...
by petemarshall
10 May 2016 13:09
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Strava
Replies: 17
Views: 9156

Pawel Scierka did a C run some time ago.
I remember because I had trouble with the name :oops:
by petemarshall
27 Apr 2016 20:48
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Rear Derailleur advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5897

Never ever use a worn chain on a new cassette. If you look after the chain a cassette will see you through two chains. If you put an old chain on a new cassette it won't see you through one chain. Chains usually come in standard sizes which are big enough to fit a 53 x 27 so big enough for anything ...
by petemarshall
27 Apr 2016 17:56
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Rear Derailleur advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5897

Chain length should be set at big ring to big ring plus a link, without going through the derailleur. Any change in the sizes of rings will require you to change chain length. To short and it won't shift smoothly to long and you will drop the chain when changing down at the front. If your cadence ev...
by petemarshall
27 Apr 2016 15:37
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Rear Derailleur advice
Replies: 9
Views: 5897

The crucial thing is to ensure that the top jockey wheel doesn't end up so close to the largest cog that it is trapping the chain. The b screw on Shimano derailleurs can only be screwed in enough to usually avoid the largest cog they guarantee. On road derailleurs this was 27 on 9 speeds, 28 on 10 a...
by petemarshall
22 Apr 2016 10:33
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: C ride Tour of the Black Country
Replies: 0
Views: 2195

C ride Tour of the Black Country

Any C regulars fancy the Tour of the Black Country ? https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/events/details/138761/The-Lapierre-Tour-of-the-Black-Country-2016 Myself and Simon Turner are signed up. I find most sportives are on boring roads ,not this one. Sharing the wind on the tarmaced bits and the **fla...
by petemarshall
10 Apr 2016 20:48
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 10th April
Replies: 6
Views: 4849

C Roubaix tribute.
Pete Marshall (l)
Nathan Burton
Andy Wrightson
Simon Turner (unnecessary sweeper )
Huan Dong
John Deeley

Great group, stayed together on the hills and off road sections, lots of fun in the sun.
by petemarshall
07 Apr 2016 07:26
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 10th April
Replies: 6
Views: 4849

I'll take the C ride.
Halfpenny Green airport. More Flanders than Roubaix, bumpy and lumpy.
by petemarshall
04 Apr 2016 00:04
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: New tyres
Replies: 7
Views: 5203

Vittoria Open Pave tyres, my number one tyre of choice for the winter months, great hard wearing tyre that offers a huge amount of grip. Nothing wrong with using them all year round I guess, but why? . I would say the reason to use them all year round is that the sidewalls are seriously more resist...
by petemarshall
03 Apr 2016 19:27
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: New tyres
Replies: 7
Views: 5203

Vittoria Pave. Even UK roads can't defeat'em.
by petemarshall
24 Mar 2016 15:53
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Let's behave ourselves, eh?
Replies: 10
Views: 7213

Colin G wrote:Thankfully C runners generally don't form echelons or chase breakaways. There's usually a happy apathy that settles over the group if someone rides away on a hill.
Where's the like button?
:D