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- 24 Jul 2022 10:22
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
WELL DONE TO THOSE THAT COMPLETED AND COMMISSERATIONS TO THOSE THAT DID NOT FINISH UPCOMING AUDAXES • 1st October. THE SOUTH SALOPIAN. 210km. Not as hard as the KK and on better but roads. Belbroughton – Tenbury – nr Presteigne – Bishop’s Castle – over the Long Mynd the easiest way – Ironbridge – B...
- 20 Jul 2022 11:33
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
Audaxes are 'not-for-profit' events but may produce a surplus. In the event of a surplus from the Kidderminster Killer, a donation will be made to The Basement Project, an independent local charity that helps young people under 25 with any issues or problems they are experiencing. https://bromsgrove...
- 20 Jul 2022 10:55
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
Audaxes are fairly organic and I am sure he will find plenty of people to tag along with, even if they are not Beacon riders. It's unusual not to find somebody to ride with unless you are riding hell for leather.
- 19 Jul 2022 18:35
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
Saturday the 23rd of July is nearly upon and several brave souls will be riding The Kidderminster Killer. With temperatures set to max at 25C it will be a warm day but perceptively cold compared with early this week. They will join 120 other entrants on this arduous event. COLSON Helen LOWE Ben MCGO...
- 12 Jul 2022 16:47
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11286
Re: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
Hello All. I would like to thank everybody that has volunteered for the Kidderminster Killer on 23rd July. Here is a reminder of your slots. Helpers are required at Belbroughton Recreation Centre for: Morning 0645-0800 Noel & Andy McGrath Mariana Sorrill Registrations x 1 Evening 1730 - 2115 or what...
- 11 Jul 2022 19:13
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Road works in Berry Lane
- Replies: 2
- Views: 4852
Re: Road works in Berry Lane
I suspect that you spotted that on Google Maps which has mysteriously shown roadworks for several years despite there being none. It was open today.
The following is a more reliable source https://one.network/
The following is a more reliable source https://one.network/
- 10 Jul 2022 08:17
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: The Birds!
- Replies: 3
- Views: 8197
Re: The Birds!
A month ago I had a chunk taken out of my backside during an MTB ride at Hopton Castle by an angry Reeves Pheasant. It hurt.
- 08 Jul 2022 21:01
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Former Member
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6849
Re: Former Member
I met the Nancy Lamb a few years ago. She was a prolific racer in her youth but not with the Beacon. Her son, who was as an associate with my university department, was an enthusiastic time trial rider on the local scene until relatively recently. Nancy was one of the founders behind the Feckenham V...
- 06 Jul 2022 09:06
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
Entries to the Kidderminster Killer will be closing in a week's time. Once the system is closed down, no further entries will be accepted.
- 22 Jun 2022 16:39
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
Re: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
THE BEACON RCC'S KIDDERMINSTER KILLER 215KM AUDAX - 23rd JULY It is one month until the spectacularly challenging 215km audax romp over the every hill between Belbroughton and The Welsh Marches. But fear not, the WI will be providing some wonderful refreshments part way at the local WI. Showers and...
- 21 Jun 2022 17:49
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11286
Re: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
Hello Simon
Many thanks. I will send you a message via FB Messenger.
Regards
Philip
Many thanks. I will send you a message via FB Messenger.
Regards
Philip
- 20 Jun 2022 12:14
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: SUNDAY 19th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13248
Re: SUNDAY 19th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
Just need to enter The Kidderminster Killer now, as a recovery ride. I'll get my coat. https://audax.uk/event-details?eventId=9313
- 20 Jun 2022 08:57
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: SUNDAY 19th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13248
Re: SUNDAY 19th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
Excellent effort all.
The nice ambient weather yesterday hopefully made this more comfortable.
The nice ambient weather yesterday hopefully made this more comfortable.
- 12 Jun 2022 16:49
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: SUNDAY 19th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
- Replies: 22
- Views: 13248
Re: SATURDAY 18th. 300k / 190 miles ride to Tintern abbey (and back) - 6:00am departure
I can recommend the Old Filling Station Cafe in the village centre. It is run by cyclists for cyclists.
- 11 Jun 2022 15:52
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: ROOM FOR ONE MORE ONLY - A-Ride to British Camp, Malvern - Sunday 12th June leaving BH at 08:45
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5439
Re: ROOM FOR ONE MORE ONLY - A-Ride to British Camp, Malvern - Sunday 12th June leaving BH at 08:45
Phil, Sally's Tea Bar at British Camp do accept cards but only for purchases over £5.
- 01 Jun 2022 17:13
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: The Elenydd 307kms Audax to hell
- Replies: 5
- Views: 5886
Re: The Elenydd 307kms Audax to hell
Thanks for the write up, Phil. It is a good sell for what is a spectacular journey. The event's original creator, Dave Pountney, told me, "if you can ride The Kidderminster Killer then you can ride The Elenith". The classic Kidderminster Killer takes places on 23rd July as a calendar event and incor...
- 23 May 2022 08:32
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May, B/B+ to Apple tree kitchen (Clifton. Upon Teme) - 65 miles
- Replies: 20
- Views: 10393
Re: Sunday 22nd May, B/B+ to Apple tree kitchen (Clifton. Upon Teme) - 65 miles
What was the cafe like? It looks rather splendid on the internet. Very pleasant, Phil. Nice setting, easy bike parking, friendly staff and reasonably quick service. Food not quite up there with the very best cafés in my view, and the portions were not overly generous, but I would certainly rate thi...
- 22 May 2022 18:57
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May, B/B+ to Apple tree kitchen (Clifton. Upon Teme) - 65 miles
- Replies: 20
- Views: 10393
Re: Sunday 22nd May, B/B+ to Apple tree kitchen (Clifton. Upon Teme) - 65 miles
What was the cafe like? It looks rather splendid on the internet.
- 22 May 2022 11:32
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2802
Re: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
Yep but I made it to British Camp.
Hope I still get a club point
Hope I still get a club point
- 21 May 2022 14:12
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2802
Re: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
I will head for Sally's under my own steam and will see you there
- 19 May 2022 11:23
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2802
- 18 May 2022 14:18
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2802
Re: Sunday 22nd May A Run: 8:30am start - You scream, I scream, Everybody wants ice cream
I can heartily recommend the Rachaels ice cream sold there. It is almost 100 cream
- 14 May 2022 18:59
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11286
Re: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
Okay, thanks for letting me know
- 14 May 2022 17:41
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11286
- 14 May 2022 15:26
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
- Replies: 12
- Views: 11286
Helpers Required for the Kidderminster Killer 2022
Hello All The next Beacon audax takes place on Saturday 23rd July are we are looking for volunteers please, assuming that you are not riding. Remember, if you have ridden 6 or more audaxes over the past year and have not supported Phil's event in February or said you will help in October, please ta...
- 05 May 2022 14:42
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Good luck to The Elenydd'ers.
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4719
Good luck to The Elenydd'ers.
Today, Phil Richards, Nick Shenton, Andy Wrightson and John Williams are attempting the 300km Elenydd Permanent Audax to deepest Wales and back This is an epic route and I hope they have an epic day.
http://beaconrcc.org.uk/audaxes/montgomery-madness/
http://beaconrcc.org.uk/audaxes/montgomery-madness/
- 03 May 2022 10:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B+ & A Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start
- Replies: 35
- Views: 13619
Re: B+ Ride - Sunday 8th May @ 8:45am
I hope to join this Sunday too and will join the group in Drayton on its outward journey.
EDIT. Now developed C19, so will have to pull out.
EDIT. Now developed C19, so will have to pull out.
- 03 May 2022 10:16
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
- Replies: 9
- Views: 6076
The Big Bad Beacon Kidderminster Killer is Back for 2022
SATURDAY 23 JULY The Kidderminster Killer Audax is one heck of a ride, crossing the massifs of Shropshire over 215km. Climbs, scenery, exhaustion and reward come in equal measure for all of the 120 riders. It is not a route to be taken lightly but you won't regret it. There may even be WI cake on t...
- 01 May 2022 21:00
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B+ & A Ride - Sunday 8th May 8:45am start
- Replies: 35
- Views: 13619
Re: B+ Ride - Sunday 8th May @ 8:45am
I once planned an audax up that, along with 'The Incline' up to the top of Abdon Burf on Brown Clee. Unfortunately, the lockdown chose otherwise.
Wasn't Clee Hill filmed in a 1970s Dr Who?
Wasn't Clee Hill filmed in a 1970s Dr Who?
- 20 Apr 2022 19:41
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Skiving Cyclists
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5334
Re: Skiving Cyclists
It is now a month to go until the Skivers!
Hay Skivers is filling nicely but plenty of places remain available on Part Time Skivers.
Hay Skivers is filling nicely but plenty of places remain available on Part Time Skivers.
- 04 Apr 2022 10:37
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: RIDE IN THE WHEEL TRACKS OF THE GREATS!
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3676
Re: IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT THE LMTT
I will have to send my apologies for that weekend due to leave. I hope it goes well.
- 29 Mar 2022 20:08
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: A-Ride to Clows Top (Sunday April 3rd, leaving at 09:15)...the Stourport Stingers ride!
- Replies: 10
- Views: 2929
Re: A-Ride to Clows Top (Sunday April 3rd, leaving at 09:15)...the Stourport Stingers ride!
Ribbesford Ford, that will hurt!
- 21 Mar 2022 20:43
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: LEL Call for volunteers
- Replies: 8
- Views: 6680
Re: LEL Call for volunteers
I have volunteered twice for the other LEL production, the Windsor Chester Windsor, running the controls. I am not sure what was harder, volunteering or riding the damn thing. I suspect it was the former as it was almost impossible to find time to sleep properly with the preparation of the hall and ...
- 10 Mar 2022 19:28
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: KK = WI
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4858
KK = WI
Great news on the Kidderminster Killer. Chapel Lawn Women's Institute have offered to host a control again. Such a challenging route requires some rest and recuperation, so at 123km this will be more than welcomed. Cake will give everyone a boost to get home. http://beaconrcc.org.uk/audaxes/kiddermi...
- 28 Feb 2022 11:41
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: Skiving Cyclists
- Replies: 3
- Views: 5334
Skiving Cyclists
Hello. In addition to the two Beacon Audaxes in the summer, I am also running a pair of Friday 20th May for Droitwich CC. You will be than welcome to enter. Both events are x-rated (cheap and cheerful) and cost just a few pound to enter for a day that is priceless. PART TIME SKIVERS - 112km Bewdley ...
- 26 Feb 2022 19:28
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Sunrise and Snowdrop Express
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5273
Re: Sunrise and Snowdrop Express
Many thanks for a great day out. The weather was gorgeous and Phil Richards did not look half bad either. The headwind only bit for the last few km into Upton. Thanks to the various people for company on the way around. Also, thanks to all the volunteers supporting the event including: Woody, Helen,...
- 25 Feb 2022 14:51
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Sunrise and Snowdrop Express
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5273
Sunrise and Snowdrop Express
Whilst Phil is degenerates into a quivering wreck over the day, the wind will also be getting stronger but to everyone's advantage. The southerly blast will give us all a push home.
Have a good day everyone. Phil will have double single malt.
Have a good day everyone. Phil will have double single malt.
- 07 Feb 2022 19:51
- Forum: Audaxes & Cyclosportives
- Topic: New Perm: 112km South Shropshire Hills
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4858
New Perm: 112km South Shropshire Hills
NEW 112km SOUTH SHROPSHIRE HILLS PERM AVAILABLE TO ALL GOOD AUDAX RIDERS..... Fancy something slightly shorter and a little more sedate for speed? But don't think that I will relent by establishing a flat route. Start from Bewdley, Ludlow or Church Stretton. Climbs include Clee Hill, Wenlock Edge t...
- 30 Jan 2022 16:07
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: A run The Larch Barn 70miles. 9am BH start
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5268
Re: A run The Larch Barn 70miles. 9am BH start
Many thanks for adding me to the list as possibly a late arrival but I was in fact DNS today
- 27 Jan 2022 09:35
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: A run The Larch Barn 70miles. 9am BH start
- Replies: 14
- Views: 5268
Re: A run kinlet cabin 100k. 9am BH start
I may join you at the cafe depending on my 'housemaid's knee' recovery.
- 16 Jan 2022 18:26
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5062
Re: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
Enjoyable day out. Thanks Stu.
- 16 Jan 2022 07:32
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5062
Re: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
No frost out here in the sticks
- 13 Jan 2022 11:20
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
- Replies: 16
- Views: 5062
Re: B Ride to Ombersley, Sunday 16th Jan, 9:00am
Add me too please but if it's icy I shall stay at home.
- 02 Jan 2022 10:33
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Make an audax your New Year's Resolution
- Replies: 0
- Views: 2381
Make an audax your New Year's Resolution
Hello All Not ridden anything of length before? Fancy stretching yourself? We have three audaxes this year that may tickle your fancy and provide a target to work towards: 26th February - The Sunrise and Snowdrop Express. A 123km adventure around the Vale of Evesham starting from Whitlenge Cafe. Or...
- 28 Dec 2021 14:57
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C run SATURDAY 1 Jan BURST Willow and Boar Shenstone way leave 9.15
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2058
Re: C run SATURDAY 1 Jan BURST Willow and Boar Shenstone leave 9.15
Hello
The Willow and Boar is closed fully until 2nd February for a winter break.
The Willow and Boar is closed fully until 2nd February for a winter break.
- 20 Dec 2021 11:36
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Emergency Blankets when cycling.
- Replies: 6
- Views: 8322
Emergency Blankets when cycling.
Yesterday I was involved in a crash. Whilst cut up and bruised, I was able to remain mobile and relatively warm unlike a fellow rider. She was laid out on the ground with a suspected pelvic injury. Conditions were cold and foggy. The risk of hypothermia was considerable. That morning I had fortunate...
- 19 Dec 2021 19:31
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C RUN - Sunday 19th Dec Willow and Boar Shenstone leave 9.15
- Replies: 23
- Views: 6917
Re: C RUN - Sunday 19th Dec Willow and Boar Shenstone leave 9.15
Just a quick note for anyone seeking to use the Willow and Boar during January - they are closed.
- 17 Dec 2021 18:26
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Cafes with Outdoor Seating: Covid Plan B
- Replies: 2
- Views: 5244
Cafes with Outdoor Seating: Covid Plan B
As per Phil's recent advice on aiming for cafes with outdoor seating, here is a start with comments on the amount of seating. Key: - Some seating = a few seats. - Extensive = seating for more than 12 people outdoors. - Very extensive = seating for 24 and above. - Arley Aboretum - very extensive seat...
- 17 Dec 2021 16:21
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Christmas A ride to the Swan
- Replies: 21
- Views: 7261
Re: Christmas A ride to the Swan
If you arrive early at The Swan, this will be open.
- 16 Dec 2021 19:21
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED - see below
- Replies: 8
- Views: 4308
Re: Christmas ride to the Swan; 09:15 - Sunday 19th - RIDE CANCELLED - see below
Totally understandable. I had already decided that it was too risky and would keep away.