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by Philip Whiteman
06 Dec 2012 09:05
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: THURSDAY RIDES
Replies: 4
Views: 3034

THURSDAY RIDES

This thread is to replaces one that I accidentally deleted :oops: These rides are not formally organised by the Beacon RCC but they have a close association with the Club over the years. You can usually guarantee a good turn out of numbers even in poor weather. Time: 10am departure Rides: Usually 3...
by Philip Whiteman
05 Dec 2012 16:41
Forum: Club Runs
Topic: New Coffee Shop in Belbroughton
Replies: 2
Views: 2901

New Coffee Shop in Belbroughton

Ideal for D or intro runs or for riders seeking a boost on their return journey.

Open 7 days in the Post Office. A couple of doors beyond The Talbot, along Clent Road. They sell tea, coffee and cakes but nothing elaborate.
by Philip Whiteman
03 Dec 2012 21:23
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Cyclo Cross - National Trophy - Progress Report
Replies: 11
Views: 5487

Make sure you beat Kevin - I can then rib him the next time I see him.

It is great to see going well. Keep it up.
by Philip Whiteman
01 Dec 2012 12:27
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: A great read
Replies: 153
Views: 2972089

Cut and pasted from another thread: Just reading One man and his bike by Mike Carter. Mike was a journalist who cycled to work in London, and every day got to the north side of Blackfriars bridge and turned left. He then thought, if one day i turned right and just kept going, eventualy would arrive ...
by Philip Whiteman
23 Nov 2012 16:39
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday
Replies: 14
Views: 7563

If you have yet to watch this programme, you have two days left on I-Player
by Philip Whiteman
22 Nov 2012 10:02
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday
Replies: 14
Views: 7563

Pedlo Mudguardo wrote: really sums up the world of Audax.
....it even included some quite eccentric individuals that provide our cycling world with great and wonderful characters.
by Philip Whiteman
22 Nov 2012 08:54
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: mudguards and tyre widths
Replies: 9
Views: 5174

PatBoySlim wrote:
CakeStop wrote:...I changed to these after the Clee to heaven ....!
Funny you should mention this matter. I heard a rumour that bookings are already being taken for next year's Clee to Heaven.
by Philip Whiteman
21 Nov 2012 12:34
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: mudguards and tyre widths
Replies: 9
Views: 5174

When I owned Giants, I found their clearances to be too tight for fitted mudguards. However there are good alternatives: - SKS Raceblades (short or long). Downside: the short blades with rubber ties can shift their profile causing tyre rub, resulting in a stop to undertake minor adjustments. These w...
by Philip Whiteman
20 Nov 2012 09:10
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday
Replies: 14
Views: 7563

Just watched it and I take my hat off to him, I did Glenshee and The Lecht last year during my leJog and I feel his pain !!! Yes, and Dougie climbed up the hardest sides of The Lecht and Glenshee too! My legs hurt just thinking about them. However, at least most of the climbing is concentrated on f...
by Philip Whiteman
19 Nov 2012 20:42
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday
Replies: 14
Views: 7563

Dougie did brilliantly - the furthest he had ridden in a day before was 120 miles so bumping that up to 180 miles, with all that climbing thrown in for good measure, was quite an achievement for him. He did it in 18.5 hours and despite having problems with his chain, his derrailleur and his guts, he...
by Philip Whiteman
13 Nov 2012 08:16
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

And now the UCI are being sued.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/20203638





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by Philip Whiteman
06 Nov 2012 12:36
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday
Replies: 14
Views: 7563

Televised Audax to be shown on Sunday

Finally the Wait is over! The Snow Roads 300km Audax will be shown on 18 November at 1900 on BBC-2 Scotland. Plus SkyDigital 990; FreeSat & Virgin.
by Philip Whiteman
30 Oct 2012 10:39
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULT: Cyclo X West Midlands Round 6 - Misterton Hall
Replies: 9
Views: 4808

Of course Gary saw sense and entered the Sunrise and Snowdrop Express so that he could recover from such a crash. He realised that this popular event organised by the Beacon would be sold out well in advance of 16th February and that entering too late would hinder any recovery or sense of life worth...
by Philip Whiteman
28 Oct 2012 17:55
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: ...doping now hits a UK event
Replies: 2
Views: 2200

...doping now hits a UK event

I was totally and utterly appalled with the latest revelation of a cycle event hit by riders consuming illicit substances to improve their performance. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGNEMjspf0g&feature=youtu.be Assuming that WADA starts to investigate then I would suggest that Steve Smith emigrates...
by Philip Whiteman
24 Oct 2012 12:08
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Breaking News: Audax United Kingdom Limited will be testing all participants at this year's Sunrise and Snowdrop Express for doping. For postal entrants, please include a jam-jar when sending your 2xSAEs. Any evidence of a rider without cake in their blood will receive a life time ban and will be ex...
by Philip Whiteman
23 Oct 2012 17:22
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Despite many of the anti-Armstrong views posted on this website, it is interesting to read the views of individuals that have come to his defence: Roger Hammond http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/19910165 Indurain http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/20048066 Jamie Staff http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport...
by Philip Whiteman
23 Oct 2012 09:32
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Well they are demanding that he pays back his tour winnings now http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/cycling/20038998 That will be interesting when taking into considering the tradition of the winner distributing his winnings to fellow riders. To be sure, his 'mates' will not be willing to refund Lance. So...
by Philip Whiteman
22 Oct 2012 15:43
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

A message from Lance posted in The New Yorker - to be believed or disbelieved.....
http://www.newyorker.com/online/blogs/s ... lance.html

I think it is called satire.
by Philip Whiteman
22 Oct 2012 13:43
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

"Unlike Lance Armstrong, Tommy Simpson was a product and victim of an era when a drug taking culture was accepted and commonplace amongst cycling professionals". Critically discuss.
by Philip Whiteman
22 Oct 2012 12:43
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

UCI are not going to drop the Kimmage case, citing that it is a straight foward deformation case against the UCI commissioners. On the one hand they have the right to defend their reputation; on the other hand, it will only continue to drag the UCI's reputation through the dirt. McQuade appears to h...
by Philip Whiteman
22 Oct 2012 12:29
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

UCI's defence to EPOGate appears to be 'lack of resources' to police cyclists and investigate cheating. That is an elastic defence.
by Philip Whiteman
15 Oct 2012 09:04
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Should be an awkward few days for the UCI as a lot of people think they were in on it as well http://www.cyclingnews.com/news/pound-uci-must-have-known-about-doping Roll on the UCI v Paul Kimmage in court. I've donated to his defence fund http://www.pressgazette.co.uk/paul-kimmage-defence-fund-reac...
by Philip Whiteman
12 Oct 2012 13:34
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Volley Number One.

David Millar has fired a salvo at the UCI for complicity.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/others ... esign.html
by Philip Whiteman
12 Oct 2012 10:42
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Just been on Radio4, Armstrong may go to jail as his testimonies are different, the US government are looking into it. If not the US, Lance better steer clear of visiting the EU should the French decide to issue a warrant or exercise extradition powers. The following article was noted by Laurence o...
by Philip Whiteman
11 Oct 2012 15:10
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

I used to take a very similar line to Neil's view on the public trial of Armstrong. I wished and would still prefer to see a criminal trial whereby evidence is presented for a jury's verdict. Any conviction within a court would be beyond all reasonable doubt in English legal parlence. Initially, I w...
by Philip Whiteman
11 Oct 2012 12:26
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

British cyclist Alex Dowsett believes Lance Armstrong remains "a legend of the sport" despite the doping accusations against the American, according to a BBC News article. Based upon this logic we could suggest that Savile is "a legend of philanthropy". Neither are acceptable and I suspect that Brai...
by Philip Whiteman
11 Oct 2012 10:04
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

Some of Tyler Hamilton's autobiography is in the Times today. I managed to read a short excerpt, which suggested that it was (is?) Easy to beat drug testing. I'm tempted to buy the book. No, Greg, don't do it! I appreciate that there is a very strong temptation to find out how to beat the drug test...
by Philip Whiteman
11 Oct 2012 09:40
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

I am not going to read the 1,000 word report, but once can ascertain from media reports that UCI the do not come out of the saga smelling of roses. In fact pungent manure would be a better description. It appears the officials were tipping off the riders before inspections. Furthermore, the UCI were...
by Philip Whiteman
11 Oct 2012 08:58
Forum: Pro Racing
Topic: Lance comeback
Replies: 327
Views: 3269421

...and now for the UCI's complicity.

http://cyclinginvestigation.usada.org/
by Philip Whiteman
08 Oct 2012 14:38
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Winchcombe Falling Leaves 100 - Sunday 7th October 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9307

I would certainly ride this route again, possibly at eye-balls out pace. Why....whats the point? As a Audax man thats really in the spirit of Audaxing is it, why not just enter a road race? Just as leg stretch and nothing more. I still get my points whether it is a 25kph or 14.3kph. As you will be ...
by Philip Whiteman
08 Oct 2012 13:05
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Winchcombe Falling Leaves 100 - Sunday 7th October 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9307

Did you ride the last section through the woods? I think that there must have been a sponsored dog emptying event on as it was full of dog walkers and ignorant ramblers. :x Everyone we met made an about turn and rejoined the main Guiting to Winchcombe Road. There comments when looking at 'road thro...
by Philip Whiteman
08 Oct 2012 10:44
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Winchcombe Falling Leaves 100 - Sunday 7th October 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9307

Alan Weaver, Lisa and I rode this yesterday along with fellow message board member, Clive Ansell. Great route although some of the lunatics were let out of the asylum and handed car keys for the day. The Belas Knapp climb was far easier than I remember it although I would say that some of the follow...
by Philip Whiteman
04 Oct 2012 13:40
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: RIP one Garmin 605?
Replies: 16
Views: 7028

£1.99 for a cut up Road Atlas. A lot cheaper. :wink:
by Philip Whiteman
03 Oct 2012 09:29
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Winchcombe Falling Leaves 100 - Sunday 7th October 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9307

Lightly overcast. Gentle SE breeze. 12 Celsius. Should be pleasant. :) On this occasion, I will be riding at 'Lisa-pace' and enjoying the view. Any suggestions on cake stops? Aside from the expensive and twee Bibury and Boughton-on-the-Water, I cannot find any sensible alternatives en-route. .
by Philip Whiteman
30 Sep 2012 19:41
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULT: Big Hand for Gary Mac. Three Peaks CX
Replies: 28
Views: 12998

RESULT: Big Hand for Gary Mac. Three Peaks CX

Gary Macintosh completed the notorious and epic Three Peaks Cyclocross in weather conditions that can best be described as atrocious. Even completing this event has got to be an achievement. Time 4:46:13. 191st It is interesting to note that Gary was way ahead of former Midland's League champ, Kevin...
by Philip Whiteman
29 Sep 2012 20:51
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Audax Digest
Replies: 105
Views: 891208

Re: Two Battles Audax

Droitwich - Lechlade. 200km calendar Audax Date ridden: 13th October 2012. Ride time: 7-45. Entry Fee: £4 Open Controls Cheltenham Lechlade Tewkesbury + 3 information controls Upsides Easy audax without AAA points. It is suitable for October in that riders can return to GHQ before dark providing th...
by Philip Whiteman
23 Sep 2012 17:22
Forum: Other Rides & Touring
Topic: END TO ENDERS
Replies: 22
Views: 21677

Well done, Chris.

Now it is recovery time
by Philip Whiteman
13 Sep 2012 11:22
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Gavin Greenhow Droitwich -Lechlade audax. 13th Oct
Replies: 1
Views: 1899

Gavin Greenhow Droitwich -Lechlade audax. 13th Oct

Gavin runs various no-thrills but pleasant audaxes from Droitwich. I will be entering his 13th October randonee before the winter blues set in. Controls are at Cheltenham, Lechlade and Tewkesbury. Overall the route should not be too bad but I suspect that he may route the event via some vicious clim...
by Philip Whiteman
10 Sep 2012 15:08
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULTS Hill Climb Championships 9th Semptember
Replies: 22
Views: 11521

Scratch wrote:T

So do I bow out gracefully,
...certainly not. You'll be back for sure.
by Philip Whiteman
09 Sep 2012 18:53
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULT: Southam Triathlon 09/09/2012
Replies: 9
Views: 4095

Triathlon - completely mad. Well done, Andy for even attempting them.
by Philip Whiteman
09 Sep 2012 18:50
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULTS Hill Climb Championships 9th Semptember
Replies: 22
Views: 11521

Congratulations to all, especially Paddy and Carl. Condolences to John Hitchcock who came third after dominating this event for 17(?) years - an astonishing record that may never be repeated
by Philip Whiteman
06 Sep 2012 07:37
Forum: Cafe Stop
Topic: Beacon bottles on tour
Replies: 58
Views: 67945

I think Diggers must be the

WINNER
by Philip Whiteman
05 Sep 2012 08:19
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Audax Digest
Replies: 105
Views: 891208

So I think it must be the Devil's Staircase, which is on the Elenith 300 route. Have you ridden it, Phil? Apparently it's 1 in 4 at some points, which would explain the smell of burning clutch that I remember. Several times and if the road is ridden for its entire length, there are two more climbs ...
by Philip Whiteman
04 Sep 2012 19:29
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Cutting Titanium
Replies: 11
Views: 6362

Re: Cutting Titanium

slogfester wrote:? Any tips?
Yes, diamond ones.
by Philip Whiteman
02 Sep 2012 20:49
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: RESULTS KH10 Hill Climb 2nd September
Replies: 8
Views: 4166

Re: RESULTS KH10 Hill Climb 2nd September

David Cole wrote:RESULTS KH10 Hill Climb 2nd September


Carl Williams Beacon RCC 00:03:30 .3

Next week, watch this space for the 2012 Hill Climb Champion :wink:
by Philip Whiteman
31 Aug 2012 10:53
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Latimer wins Bicicielo Pinarello GP
Replies: 5
Views: 3325

You have my sympathies. Large patches of road rash are hideous. If you are finding it difficult to source big enough bandages, try the web. After my last argument with a road surface I bulk purchased large melolin dressings and iodine gauze patches. Many companies a provide 24 hour delivery service ...
by Philip Whiteman
30 Aug 2012 11:34
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Discovering Shropshire - Saturday 29th September 2012
Replies: 1
Views: 1720

In reciprocation for John's assistance on the Kidderminster Killer, Lisa will be representing the Beacon as the Rays Farm controller, the first stop along along the 120. The second stop at Acton Scott Farm tea room is commended as a centre of cake excellence. John Hamilton's events are well regarded...
by Philip Whiteman
30 Aug 2012 09:40
Forum: Time Trials
Topic: Ray Booty
Replies: 5
Views: 3174

As Alan indicates, he was a legend of his time and is still well known today. Considering his connection to our Club's events of the past, perhaps a card of condolence would be in order?
by Philip Whiteman
30 Aug 2012 08:44
Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
Topic: Winchcombe Falling Leaves 100 - Sunday 7th October 2012
Replies: 21
Views: 9307

Both Lisa and I have entered. Any tips on where the controls are and whether they are cake friendly?

For once, I shall ride this event at a dawdle though I may top and tail it as an Extended Calendar Event.
by Philip Whiteman
29 Aug 2012 14:54
Forum: Technical Talk
Topic: Beacon logo V1.0
Replies: 13
Views: 6929

Looks interesting. Not too sure about the italics though. Can the yellow be softened?