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by Matt Hale
15 May 2021 22:09
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 16th May - RIDE FULL - C run burst (NO CAFE STOP) 50 miles South loop - 9:10 depart.
Replies: 19
Views: 4994

Re: Sunday 16th May - C run burst (NO CAFE STOP) 50 miles South loop - 9:10 depart.

Simon, you can take my place if the ride is full/ or Gavin doesn't join the A/B ride
by Matt Hale
15 May 2021 21:29
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 16th May - RIDE FULL - C run burst (NO CAFE STOP) 50 miles South loop - 9:10 depart.
Replies: 19
Views: 4994

Re: Sunday 16th May - C run burst (NO CAFE STOP) 50 miles South loop - 9:10 depart.

Hi Ced, Could I join you tomorrow too? My plan is to turn off towards Long Marston after 20 miles or so, so happy to do my own thing and make way for someone else if they plan to ride with you for the whole route.
by Matt Hale
09 May 2021 17:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 9th May; 09:00 BH; B Run to Wellesbourne (RIDE FULL)
Replies: 5
Views: 2175

Re: Sunday 9th May; 09:00 BH; B Run to Wellesbourne (RIDE FULL)

All present on the B run express. A minor route diversion via Hatton on the outward leg (ride with gps tried to send us across a field/farm track) ensured we arrived right on time for our table at 11am. Nice outdoor seating and recommend booking ahead as it was very busy. A wind assisted return ensu...
by Matt Hale
06 May 2021 10:58
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 9th May; 09:00 BH; B Run to Wellesbourne (RIDE FULL)
Replies: 5
Views: 2175

Sunday 9th May; 09:00 BH; B Run to Wellesbourne (RIDE FULL)

I'll lead a B run to Wellesbourne, 65 miles with a stop at The Garden Shed cafe https://www.thegardenshedcafe.co.uk/ Here's the route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35941209 08:45 meet, 09:00 start Max 6 riders, RIDE FULL: Matt Hale (L) Anthony Featherstone Phil Gameson Andy McGrath Jon Sadler Karl...
by Matt Hale
02 May 2021 16:35
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
Replies: 19
Views: 6202

Re: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30

Sounds good Si - me and Toby would like to join you
by Matt Hale
02 May 2021 15:32
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*
Replies: 7
Views: 2667

Re: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*

Thanks for a cracking ride Neil
by Matt Hale
29 Apr 2021 13:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A run this SATURDAY! *RIDE FULL*
Replies: 7
Views: 2667

Re: A run this SATURDAY!

Could you add me and Toby please
by Matt Hale
18 Apr 2021 14:40
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 18th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester, 57 miles (16mph)
Replies: 5
Views: 1930

Re: Sunday 18th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester, 57 miles (16mph)

Really good ride out today. Nice to meet Chris and Michelle and hope to see you on many more rides with the Beacon :D Everyone present and correct. Si Walker started with us at the BH too, but turned off around Bell Heath. We also went past Jane & Tony near Dodford...Hi :) St Peters Garden centre wa...
by Matt Hale
15 Apr 2021 19:55
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 18th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester, 57 miles (16mph)
Replies: 5
Views: 1930

Sunday 18th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester, 57 miles (16mph)

I'll lead a B ride to Worcester, possible takeaway/stop at St Peters Garden Centre.

Route as follows: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35711142

9:00-9:15 at the Black Horse

Riders:
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Michelle Thompson
Chris Thompson
Phil Gameson
by Matt Hale
11 Apr 2021 14:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 11th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Harvington, 53 miles (16mph)
Replies: 9
Views: 3159

Re: Sunday 11th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Harvington, 53 miles (16mph)

A thoroughly miserable ride... snow for the first 2 hrs, too cold for a café stop, trying to fix a **flat** with numb fingers, then a brutal headwind for the journey home... just the type of ride Dr Whiteman might approve of 😂 On the ride: Matt Hale (L) Toby Hale Phil Gameson Stuart Jones Omar K-S G...
by Matt Hale
06 Apr 2021 22:57
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 11th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Harvington, 53 miles (16mph)
Replies: 9
Views: 3159

Sunday 11th Apr; 09:15 BH; B Run to Harvington, 53 miles (16mph)

I'll lead a B ride to Harvington, possible takeaway/stop at Ellenden Farm shop.

Route as follows: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35624535

9:00-9:15 at the Black Horse

Riders:
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Stuart Jones
Phil Gameson
Jacob
Omar
by Matt Hale
28 Mar 2021 19:21
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Closed Road Time Trial, 28th May, the NEC
Replies: 16
Views: 15802

Re: Closed Road Time Trial, 28th May, the NEC

Hi Ian - looks great.

What % goes to the charity/your fundraising? I've been meaning/waiting to make a donation and be good to know what the split is. This looks like a good way to enter an event and make a donation in one.

Is the entry the same price for juniors/juveniles?
by Matt Hale
18 Mar 2021 00:16
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Handicap competition 2021
Replies: 19
Views: 16229

Re: Handicap competition 2021

Hi Simon,

Minor correction req'd to my surname...no 's' at the end. I'm currently at the bottom of the list...is that a sign? :lol:

Thanks
by Matt Hale
20 Dec 2020 23:00
Forum: Club News & Events
Topic: Beacon virtual Christmas quiz! Wednesday 23rd December
Replies: 0
Views: 1402

Beacon virtual Christmas quiz! Wednesday 23rd December

Back for a festive edition, Toby will be the quiz master with a round up of the years events. If there's significant interest for another day, please post below (it's not like we're going anywhere!) Will post the details to Facebook as well. Here are the details: Time: Dec 23rd, 2020 08:30 PM Greenw...
by Matt Hale
20 Dec 2020 22:26
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: RIDE FULL Sunday 20 December 09:15 Approx 45miles B pace burst 14-15mph
Replies: 6
Views: 3165

Re: RIDE FULL Sunday 20 December 09:15 Approx 45miles B pace burst 14-15mph

All present on the later B run. A little lumpier than Si Woodward was hoping for on his fixie!! 😁
Rich Chaplin made his own way back from Alcester

Merry Christmas everyone
by Matt Hale
15 Dec 2020 11:43
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: RIDE FULL Sunday 20 December 09:15 Approx 45miles B pace burst 14-15mph
Replies: 6
Views: 3165

RIDE FULL Sunday 20 December 09:15 Approx 45miles B pace burst 14-15mph

I will lead a B run burst - approx 45 miles. Possible shop stop at Astwood Bank

9:00 at the Black Horse, for a 9:15 departure

Here's the route:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34802271

RIDE FULL

Riders:
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Pete Norman
Rich Chaplin
Si Woodward
Rich Leaper
by Matt Hale
22 Oct 2020 12:01
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Ride Full - Sunday 25th Oct - Alternative B Ride - Alcester - 15mph - 8.45 for 9.00 departure
Replies: 11
Views: 3857

Re: Sunday 25th Oct - Alternative B Ride - Alcester - 15mph - 8.45 for 9.00 departure

Hi Ewan, Not sure if I'll be able to join you, but I did have a look at the route. Have you ridden it before? Looks like you might need to go 'off-road' or use bridle paths on Franklin's Lane leading to Cock Bevington. Good luck if you do...will be interesting to know if it's passable as there's a v...
by Matt Hale
14 Oct 2020 11:03
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: CLUB RUN ADVICE FROM 14TH OCTOBER...PLEASE READ
Replies: 3
Views: 3931

Re: CLUB RUN ADVICE FROM 14TH OCTOBER...PLEASE READ

Thanks Phil...that's how I see it. Playing devils advocate, if we rode to a café as a group of 6 and sat on 6 separate tables, would that be a way of still complying with the guidelines, but being able to sit inside. The only place that I can think of that might be large enough to do this is Cob Hou...
by Matt Hale
14 Oct 2020 10:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: New Normal Club Runs - Sunday 18th October
Replies: 4
Views: 2015

Re: New Normal Club Runs - Sunday 18th October

Thanks George...that was inline with my interpretation of the latest guidelines.

Lets hope some for good weather for these outdoor café stops!
by Matt Hale
13 Oct 2020 12:28
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: New Normal Club Runs - Sunday 18th October
Replies: 4
Views: 2015

Re: New Normal Club Runs - Sunday 18th October

Hi Phil,

Is there a likely change to cafe stops on a group ride following the announcement by Boris yesterday?

thanks
by Matt Hale
24 Sep 2020 14:14
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 27 September B/C ride to Harvington - RIDE FULL
Replies: 11
Views: 4157

Re: Sunday 27 September B/C ride to Harvington

Count me in please George
by Matt Hale
20 Sep 2020 20:09
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL
Replies: 12
Views: 4371

Re: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL

Nice ride, especially when the sun came out - thanks all. One incident to note...Noel was stung by a wasp on the inside of his lip on the way back - able to ride on, but grimacing at times. Hope you're OK
by Matt Hale
18 Sep 2020 12:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL
Replies: 12
Views: 4371

Re: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph)

Hi George, It's a nice stop at Ellenden - would be a good route to look forward to :D We'll see if the ride fills up, otherwise we can pick you up en-route (Portway or Bransons Cross would be fine) - if you could confirm by Sat evening. Yes - the section along A46 is a 'square' :shock: Did you have ...
by Matt Hale
17 Sep 2020 22:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL
Replies: 12
Views: 4371

Re: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph)

Hi George,

Route above now - I've not been to 'The Farm' before, so thought it could be worth a try. Out of interest - where were you thinking of for a stop?
by Matt Hale
17 Sep 2020 10:54
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL
Replies: 12
Views: 4371

Sunday 20th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Snitterfield (16mph) - FULL

I'll take a B Run to Snitterfield, approx 55 miles - Planning to stop at 'The Farm' - www.thefarmstratfordshop.com Route will be something like this: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34051842 (out via Ullenhall and Little Alne, return via Lowsonford and Earlswood) 9:00-09:15 at the BH Matt Hale (Leadi...
by Matt Hale
06 Sep 2020 18:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL
Replies: 7
Views: 2952

Re: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL

There must be something about the R. Severn. We've stopped for food, sitting outside overlooking the river on the last three rides I've led (Arley, Bridgnorth & Worcester). Where could be next? 😉
by Matt Hale
06 Sep 2020 16:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL
Replies: 7
Views: 2952

Re: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL

After Noel had switched to Si Walkers ride, we set off as 5 and decided to stop in the centre of Worcester. Takeaway from Viaduct cafe whilst sat overlooking the Severn.
Thanks all,

Matthew Hale (L)
Toby Hale
Gemma Johnson
Mark MacArdle
Andy McGrath
by Matt Hale
03 Sep 2020 19:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL
Replies: 7
Views: 2952

Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; B Run to Worcester (16mph) FULL

I'll take an B Run to Worcester, approx 55 miles - Planning to stop at Blooms/Worcester Garden Centre. Route will be something like this: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34003626 9:00-09:15 at the BH. Bring a café lock if you have one Matt Hale (Leading) Toby Hale Mark MacArdle Noel O'Dwyer Gemma Joh...
by Matt Hale
30 Aug 2020 21:39
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
Replies: 7
Views: 2779

Re: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles

Thanks Si... have a good time in Wales
by Matt Hale
28 Aug 2020 23:46
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
Replies: 7
Views: 2779

Re: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles

Hello Si, could you add me and Toby. See you Sunday
by Matt Hale
23 Aug 2020 16:13
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)
Replies: 11
Views: 4573

Re: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)

Ride as planned. Can recommend the café in Bridgnorth...v nice, steeped in history, good menu, views over the river from the terrace. George met us shortly after we arrived and rode with us part of the way back. One shower on the way back,which coincided with a small road covered in detritus, but ot...
by Matt Hale
22 Aug 2020 23:00
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)
Replies: 11
Views: 4573

Re: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)

Be good to see you Keith...see you at the BH 😁
by Matt Hale
22 Aug 2020 17:33
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)
Replies: 11
Views: 4573

Re: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)

The café is Bishop Percy's House/Tearoom - they have a terrace, so hopefully we can sit out (weather permitting)

https://www.bishoppercyshouse.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/bishoppercyshouse/

I've contacted them and said we'd aim to be there by 11:15
by Matt Hale
21 Aug 2020 20:19
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)
Replies: 11
Views: 4573

Re: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)

Sounds a good plan Phil - lets see who responds to the posts/turns up at the BH on Sunday
by Matt Hale
21 Aug 2020 18:48
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)
Replies: 9
Views: 3302

Re: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)

Hi Phil, Sheepwash or Sheepalks...quite different - think your route goes via Sheepwash - few holes and gravel in places, but otherwise OK. Sheepwalks is v. steep, but you miss it by taking Beacon Lane. Did you not fancy my ride to Bridgnorth? :) ...or did you not see it? Don't mind if you'd prefer ...
by Matt Hale
20 Aug 2020 13:50
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Tyre sidewall
Replies: 3
Views: 5412

Re: Tyre sidewall

Thanks Si - I think that would be my mindset :wink:
by Matt Hale
20 Aug 2020 11:39
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)
Replies: 11
Views: 4573

Sunday 23 August; 09:15 BH; B Run to Bridgnorth (16mph)

I'll take an B Run to Bridgnorth - Planning to stop at Bishop Percy's house.

Route will be something like this: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33714252

9:00-09:15 at the BH

Matt Hale (Leading)
Toby Hale
Omar Khaled-Smith
Keith Adcock

George (meeting at cafe)

Sign up below
by Matt Hale
09 Aug 2020 20:27
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: RIDE FULL Sunday August 9th 09:15 BH; Warwick 56 miles; B run.
Replies: 11
Views: 4376

Re: RIDE FULL Sunday August 9th 09:15 BH; Warwick 56 miles; B run.

Thanks for leading today Neil... good to see everyone 👍
by Matt Hale
09 Aug 2020 20:22
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Tyre sidewall
Replies: 3
Views: 5412

Tyre sidewall

**flat**d on the way home - cut to the sidewall. Shall I throw the tyre out now?? Expecting that the answer is yes, but tyre is pretty new and otherwise good condition.

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by Matt Hale
26 Jul 2020 19:06
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Sun 26th July 9:30 BH; Upper Arley, 50 miles; B (15 mph)
Replies: 5
Views: 2484

Re: Sun 26th July 9:30 BH; Upper Arley, 50 miles; B (15 mph)

We started off with 4, but Noel turned off after not feeling 100%. Probably a wise decision as quite a bit of climbing and Sheepwalks was evil!

Ended up at the tearooms. I'd booked ahead, outdoor seating or takeaway only (cash only).

Matthew Hale
Toby Hale
Jon Sadler