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by Nicks_77
01 Dec 2016 22:18
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 4th December
Replies: 21
Views: 13521

Sunday's sobering B Run to Alcester will be approx 60 miles in length heading out via Tardebigge and returning via Stoke Prior and Chaddesley Corbett. I'm expecting a few sore heads on Sunday morning but hoping the prospect of a greasy fry up at the cafe will draw a few out to play. Dare I ask the ...
by Nicks_77
01 Dec 2016 20:21
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 4th December
Replies: 21
Views: 13521

Sunday's sobering B Run to Alcester will be approx 60 miles in length heading out via Tardebigge and returning via Stoke Prior and Chaddesley Corbett.

I'm expecting a few sore heads on Sunday morning but hoping the prospect of a greasy fry up at the cafe will draw a few out to play.
by Nicks_77
28 Nov 2016 16:54
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 4th December
Replies: 21
Views: 13521

George wrote:Which café are you likely to use in Alcester, Nick?
Most likely it'll be the small cafe at the end of the High Street next to the Church George.
by Nicks_77
27 Nov 2016 20:43
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club run ideas for 2017
Replies: 5
Views: 4626

I shall certainly be extending my repertoire of Club run excursions next year beyond the "wastelands" of Staffordshire.

I was considering doing some rides starting from some of our regular club run destinations, I.e. Evesham or Warwick.

Watch this space in 2017!
by Nicks_77
18 Nov 2016 22:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

Re: 20/11/12 Club run C

You could always volunteer Laurence! I'm curently following a training plan that calls for a two-hour zone 2 ride on Sunday, so not really compatible with club runs - unless the C run would appreciate doing laps of the Earlswood triangle in the rain. :? You could make it a Beacon Burst. Just a thou...
by Nicks_77
18 Nov 2016 17:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

Re: 20/11/12 Club run C

laurence_cooley wrote:
Gemma_j1983 wrote:Hi Guys,

can someone let me know the distance of the C club run on Sunday?

coming back after an accident. Bit nervous.

:)
There's currently not a leader for the C run on Sunday, but keep an eye on this thread here for updates.
You could always volunteer Laurence!
by Nicks_77
17 Nov 2016 22:29
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

I'll take a B Run to Halfpenny Green for a fry up on the 18th December before heading for Mulled Wine and Carols at The Swan in Chaddesley Corbett.
by Nicks_77
17 Nov 2016 11:19
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 20th November
Replies: 21
Views: 13595

Same route as April, Neil? Out through Tardebigge? I'll probably meet you at Tardebigge as well, as I'm working in Southport again on Saturday evening till 10pm. :cry: At least if I meet you guys there I can have a bit more of a lie in. I could always lead another Beacon Burst around Redditch Al, w...
by Nicks_77
15 Nov 2016 22:56
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

Put me down for the B Run 4th December to Alcester
by Nicks_77
15 Nov 2016 22:50
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon Burst Revival
Replies: 14
Views: 9629

Thank you for all the positive comments about Sunday's Beacon Burst revival. I must admit I was a little worried about resurrecting the Beacon Burst on Sunday. My worries were mainly focused around not wanting to disenfranchise the other runs on the day. From the positive comments ive read so far I'...
by Nicks_77
13 Nov 2016 21:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 13th November
Replies: 15
Views: 10130

Thanks Paul & oh bugger sorry Neil!

I've added your names onto the list, now I'll go and hang my head in shame :-(
by Nicks_77
13 Nov 2016 13:24
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 13th November
Replies: 15
Views: 10130

A great turn out on this mornings Beacon Burst

On today's tour around Redditch were:-

Nick Shenton (Leading)
Alan (I'm only a few miles from my house) Weaver
Paul Johnson
Neil Lynch
Andy Wrightson
Ryan Evanson
Gavin Passmore
Andy Deere
Dave Hughes
Joe Warwood
Tim Jervis
Neil Orchard
by Nicks_77
09 Nov 2016 16:03
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club Runs - 13th November
Replies: 15
Views: 10130

Sunday's Beacon Burst will be around 50 miles non stop.

Heading out and through - Alvechurch, Feckenham, Elmbridge, Chaddesley Corbett.

Pace will be at no more than B Run speed.
by Nicks_77
01 Nov 2016 21:42
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

I'll lead a Beacon Burst on the 13th November

40-50 mile non stop route with the option of a hot mug of brown at the end or maybe even some pork scratchings and a pint.

Route to be decided but don't expect pan flat!

Pace will be B run
by Nicks_77
27 Oct 2016 20:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 'Cycling Weekly' Club run
Replies: 61
Views: 138082

I'm in!
by Nicks_77
24 Oct 2016 15:20
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: 'Cycling Weekly' Club run
Replies: 61
Views: 138082

I'd be happy to be in on this aswell with some notice.
by Nicks_77
23 Oct 2016 15:32
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 23rd October
Replies: 22
Views: 13570

Many thanks Alan for stepping in at the last minute.

Gutted I couldn't make it but it was the right decision given my condition at 7 this morning.
by Nicks_77
23 Oct 2016 07:08
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 23rd October
Replies: 22
Views: 13570

Apologies for the last minute post but I will be unable to lead today's B Run due to illness. I've been suffering with a heavy cold the last few days which has now gone onto my chest so I think it would be unwise for me to be out riding. Anyone wishing to take the B to Bewdley this was my proposed r...
by Nicks_77
20 Oct 2016 11:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 23rd October
Replies: 22
Views: 13570

Owing to illness, a lack of riding recently and not being able to pre-ride my route to Brewood.

This Sunday's B Club Run destination is to be changed to Bewdley SVR Cafe.

Heading out via Stourport and returning via Kinver. Approx 55 miles in length.
by Nicks_77
26 Sep 2016 18:08
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - Sort of!
Replies: 0
Views: 1610

Alternative Club Ride - Sort of!

Ok so I may be stretching the Alt club ride a bit thin on this one but its the annual Rourkie's Cat & Fiddle Challenge on the 16th October, a ride I've participated in for the last 10 years or so. Its not a commercialised & over priced Sportive but a huge club run with proceeds going to CF which is ...
by Nicks_77
20 Sep 2016 11:59
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs - October, November and December - 2016
Replies: 32
Views: 18218

Put me down for 23rd October to lead the B Run - Destination Brewood in Staffordshire.
by Nicks_77
11 Sep 2016 16:30
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 11th September
Replies: 13
Views: 9844

Another excellent turnout for my ride around the Peak District today. What started as a rather chilly morning ended up being a rather pleasant end of summer ride. On today's hilly expedition were:- Nick Shenton (Leading) James Tate Kyle Gatier Ryan (Birthday boy) Evanson Carolyn (Calamity) Clegg Phi...
by Nicks_77
09 Sep 2016 08:38
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - Peak District
Replies: 6
Views: 4326

Just a reminder about this Sunday's alternative club ride to the Peak District. It's a prompt 9am start from Cheadle in Staffs, full details above. The current weather forecast is cloudy with a max temp of 15oC. I would suggest bringing arm warmers and a Gilet/lighweight jacket as it can get cooler ...
by Nicks_77
05 Sep 2016 12:28
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - Peak District
Replies: 6
Views: 4326

Just under a week to go before the Peaks alternative ride on the 11th September. Setting off from the public car park just off Well Street, Cheadle, Staffs, ST10 1EY. As you turn off the roundabout on the A522 there is a large public car park to the right. This is the start point for the ride. Parki...
by Nicks_77
28 Aug 2016 15:35
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 28th August
Replies: 18
Views: 9718

On today's B Run to Spiders Web were:- Nick Shenton (L) Paul Johnson James Tate Vince (Rain man) Tenant Plus a warm welcome to 2 new riders & potential members who joined us. I hope you both enjoyed the ride and we look forward to seeing you again. Oli Pocock Tim Jarvis Also to note Black Horse Velo...
by Nicks_77
25 Aug 2016 10:05
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - Peak District
Replies: 6
Views: 4326

Only two weeks away now so a gentle reminder about the Peak District Alternative Club ride. Scheduled to take place on Sunday 11th September. My friends at Black Horse Velo have also expressed an interest in joining us on this ride so it should turn out to be a nice social day again. Usual rules app...
by Nicks_77
25 Aug 2016 09:57
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 28th August
Replies: 18
Views: 9718

Errrr thanks Phillip... I think! :wink:

Hi Tim - You will be more than welcome to join the B Run this Sunday and I look forward to meeting you at the Black Horse.

It's a 9:15 start so try and arrive a little earlier so we can have a chat and do introductions.
by Nicks_77
24 Aug 2016 12:24
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 28th August
Replies: 18
Views: 9718

This Sunday's B Run heads out to the home of Doorstep sized bread at Spiders Web Cafe Nr RAF Cosford. The route will be approx 76 Miles Black Horse to Black Horse heading out via Kinver, Wombourne and Pattingham and returning via Claverley and Enville. This is a lumpy route but nothing major in the ...
by Nicks_77
09 Aug 2016 21:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - Peak District
Replies: 6
Views: 4326

Alternative Club Ride - Peak District

Following on from a popular excursion to Staffs & Cheshire last Sunday, I'm proposing to do another ride. This time we'll head out from the Staffordshire Moorlands to The Peak District. Heading off from my home town of Cheadle in Staffordshire we'll head out towards Alton, riding up past the famous ...
by Nicks_77
08 Aug 2016 08:56
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21390

Put me down to lead the B on 28th August - Destination is Spiders Web, Albrighton
by Nicks_77
07 Aug 2016 17:28
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 7th August
Replies: 16
Views: 9804

A truly overwhelming turnout for today's Alternative Club ride to North Staffs. Thank you to all who made the trip up North and for making it a really enjoyable ride. I hope everyone enjoyed the route as much as I did showing you around my home County and surrounding areas. On today's epic ride were...
by Nicks_77
27 Jul 2016 14:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21390

Phil R - Could you add my alternative ride to the 7th August line up?
by Nicks_77
25 Jul 2016 11:07
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - North Staffs & Cheshire
Replies: 1
Views: 2120

UPDATE..... I've now decided on the route which will be approx 65-70 miles. Starting from Abbey Hulton the route ascends up to Biddulph Moor taking in views of the Staffs Moorland and Cheshire. We shall then descend into the Cheshire lanes which are generally flat and head out to Jodrell Bank. After...
by Nicks_77
17 Jul 2016 17:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 17th July
Replies: 19
Views: 11154

A brilliant turn out this morning for an earlier start time on the B Run to Upton on Severn. On today's Pan Flat route (Said with tongue in cheek) were - Nick Shenton (L) Alistair Hey Alan Weaver Carolyn Clegg Helen Jamieson Neil Orchard Paul Johnson Andy Terry Andy Wrightson Phil Gameson Phil Elwel...
by Nicks_77
15 Jul 2016 12:39
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 17th July
Replies: 19
Views: 11154

GavPass wrote:What time will the A/B routes be back in Brum? not been out on a club run before so trying to plan for the rest of sunday. cheers
Aiming to get you back to the BH for around 2pm.
by Nicks_77
13 Jul 2016 15:14
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 17th July
Replies: 19
Views: 11154

B Run to Upton - 8:30 start time!

This Sunday's B Run to Upton on Severn will be approx 80 Miles on a pan flat route to the Marina just outside the town.

Heading out via Hanbury and heading back via Droitwich.
by Nicks_77
09 Jul 2016 15:02
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Alternative Club Ride - North Staffs & Cheshire
Replies: 1
Views: 2120

Alternative Club Ride - North Staffs & Cheshire

I'll be organising an alternative ride around the Staffordshire Moorlands and Cheshire on the 7th August. Usual rules apply, it'll be a relaxed social affair with the emphasis on enjoying the route and company. The pace will be aimed at the lower end of a B Run to encourage some of the C Riders to j...
by Nicks_77
09 Jul 2016 11:45
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21390

The B Ride on the 17th of July will be to Upton On Severn
by Nicks_77
09 Jul 2016 11:44
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21390

Alternative Club Ride - North Staffs & Cheshire I've not arranged one of these for a while so thought it's about time. Looking at early August to do the ride with a preliminary date of the 7th. No firm route decided as yet but expect climbs such as the Col Du Cat & Fiddle, Col Du Gunn Hill and possi...
by Nicks_77
07 Jun 2016 08:55
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
Replies: 35
Views: 21390

Put me down for the B Run on the 17th July - Destination TBA
by Nicks_77
02 Jun 2016 12:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon's Brecons 300km Club Run. 29th May
Replies: 71
Views: 70995

I'd love to do that route again Phil, maybe with some minor tweaks as already mentioned.

I must admit I was worried about such a long ride but can honestly say I've never felt better on a bike ride.

Here's to some more epic rides

:D
by Nicks_77
30 May 2016 23:04
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Beacon's Brecons 300km Club Run. 29th May
Replies: 71
Views: 70995

What an absolute belter of a day out it was yesterday. Perfect route, perfect weather and perfect company. Thanks to Phil "The Routemaster" Whiteman for devising a fantastic route which took in some spectacular Welsh scenery. Paul J - A worthy leader for such an undertaking, I don't think I've laugh...
by Nicks_77
22 May 2016 20:13
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 22nd May
Replies: 32
Views: 17389

Thanks to Paul for another disappointingly led B Run in which riders were advised of a "Pan Flat" ride out to Honeybourne. This was certainly not the case as we seemed to climb many rather stiff hills along the way. This I must say was not cricket, as riders were not advised of route changes before ...
by Nicks_77
16 May 2016 07:54
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

Firstly a sincere apology to Keith if you felt upset by a totally innocent comment I made regarding "samey" club rides. Keith this wasn't a dig at you personally but I appreciate it wasn't the best comment to make considering you had lead quite a number of rides at that time. What I was trying to sa...
by Nicks_77
15 May 2016 17:00
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

As Phil has already commented the feedback I have received has only ever been positive.

If anyone has a particular issue with one of my club runs then I'd be happy to hear their opinion/comments.
by Nicks_77
15 May 2016 14:02
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

Laurence- With all due respect, why is it such an issue to have 2 long rides on the same day. It is afterall, British summertime so why not make use of the early mornings and good weather? As I have also already pointed out, someone could have quite easily led another shorter ride at 9:15 could they...
by Nicks_77
15 May 2016 13:37
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

On a lighter note.... Today's B Run to Madeley was most enjoyable and thank you to all who attended: Nick Shenton (Leading) Paul Johnson Neil Orchard Alistair Hey Phil Gameson Paul (Apologies I couldn't remember your surname) Simon Dighton (Rode with us to the cafe then headed off) Christopher Ashford
by Nicks_77
15 May 2016 13:30
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

Philip Whiteman has already said what I was already thinking, however to add. There is nothing stopping other members from volunteering to lead an alternative A or B run which a) starts at 9:15 or b) is within the club run distance guidelines. I hasten to add these are exactly that... Guidelines and...
by Nicks_77
14 May 2016 23:46
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

If people are dissatisfied by current club runs then I have a suggestion. Stop complaining and start volunteering to lead runs instead of leaving it to the minority of usual individuals. Philip - My thoughts entirely! The B Run will be around 79 Miles BH to BH which is not that excessive a distance...
by Nicks_77
09 May 2016 23:36
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: Club runs - 15th May
Replies: 65
Views: 56885

I Shall be taking the B Run at the earlier start time of 8:15 this coming Sunday to Madeley.