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- 28 Jun 2021 10:45
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 27842
Re: Slow Weston run 3-4 July
Here is a starter proposal for discussion and subject to modification depending upon George's routing plan. Many thanks for doing this, Si. As you suggested, I've taken a look at it. Broadly speaking, it looks great. The only suggestion I would make is for a minor tweak in the Thornbury area. If we...
- 26 Jun 2021 16:56
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6479
Re: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
Hi, Weather tomorrow (Sunday) is generally looking good, a cool start, warming up towards noon, some light rain possible in the afternoon. Sorry Ben, no one has dropped out. I hope to see you all tomorrow for a 07:30 departure from the BH and we'll meet George at Crowle Parish Hall. Be aware that so...
- 20 Jun 2021 17:08
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6479
Re: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
Si, my plan is to meet you at Crowle. That's 34.5km into your ride, which I estimate will take you 1h20m. I will therefore be in Crowle (at the junction where you turn left to Broughton Hackett) at 08:45. OK, George, can we make it Crowle Parish Hall? That might be better as we can pull into the si...
- 12 Jun 2021 23:33
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 27842
Re: Slow Weston run 3-4 July
Here is a starter proposal for discussion and subject to modification depending upon George's routing plan. Route from the Black Horse (outwards only) - https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36398488 113 miles to Weston Pier plus 1.5 miles to hotel via a cycle route If there is agreement this would be a su...
- 12 Jun 2021 21:11
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th June - RIDE FULL - 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.
- Replies: 23
- Views: 12145
Re: Sunday 13th June- 80 miles to Tewkesbury at 14 mph - 8:30 meet 8:40depart.
Having been out today (Saturday), may I suggest that you get well hydrated before you set off, put on and take some suncream, else you will suffer in the evening!
- 08 Jun 2021 17:33
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 27842
Re: Slow Weston run 3-4 July
Premier inn do a breakfast for about £9:00 (booked) including cooked and continental plus coffee and orange juice. I think it’s a available from 7:00 or 7:30 on Sunday. It’s very good and have just spent 5 days eating them during a cycle tour. Not booked evening meal, fish and chips or pub meal on a...
- 28 May 2021 17:43
- Forum: Club News & Events
- Topic: Kit Shop CLOSED - Including 75th Anniversary Jersey
- Replies: 39
- Views: 62181
Re: *Kit Shop OPEN - Including 75th Anniversary Jersey*
Thanks Stuart: 1 x L Classic anniversary jersey ordered.
- 27 May 2021 12:34
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Two-Day overnighter Weston run 3-4 July
- Replies: 42
- Views: 27842
Re: Slow Weston run 3-4 July
If anyone books a room at Premier Inn you can request a ground or low floor room (so you don't have to haul your bike up too many stairs to your room) by contacting @premierinn via Twitter. They will require your Name, Booking reference, email and hotel, the comms are secure and its very easy.
- 26 May 2021 21:53
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: A great read
- Replies: 153
- Views: 4143976
Re: A great read
I couldn’t possibly comment, it would be a spoiler!
- 26 May 2021 07:51
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: A great read
- Replies: 153
- Views: 4143976
Re: A great read
What type of farm did Beryl Burton work on and which type of confectionery did she offer to male cyclist on overtaking him? You find out in the book ‘Revolutions’ by Hannah Ross, published earlier this year. It is a delightful read, packed with interesting information and very well researched. The b...
- 24 May 2021 22:24
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: POSTPONED TILL SATURDAY 31ST JULY - Saturday 3rd July 2021 - Beacon RCC Diamond Anniversary Weston Run
- Replies: 42
- Views: 43489
Re: Saturday 3rd July 2021 - Beacon RCC Diamond Anniversary Weston Run
Accommodation Suggestion For those riders who are considering cycling down on Saturday 3rd and returning on Sunday 4th, the arrangements are suggested in consultation with George are as follows; Premier Inn, Weston Super Mare East on A370. For One night, Sat 3rd July, Twin room, two sharing, Cost i...
- 10 May 2021 17:33
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: Aldi cycling kit and accessories
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5683
Aldi cycling kit and accessories
As captioned at; https://www.aldi.co.uk/c/specialbuys/dates/2021-05-16?sort=popular&q=%3Apopular%3AtransactionalStatus%3Atransactional%3AtransactionalStatus%3Anontransactional%3AEvent%3ACycling&lowerBound=0&upperBound=300&text=&utm_source=Aldi&utm_medium=Email&utm_content=ShopAllCycling&utm_campaign...
- 02 May 2021 20:03
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6479
Re: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
Looks like the fastest selling out ride ever ! I hope I'll be fine, but when I look at all the other names, I feel like the ugly little weakling. Published today's ride pictures as you requested in the message board entry for the ride, at the bottom. That way you can download them in full res if yo...
- 02 May 2021 19:20
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6479
Re: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30
Hi Si, I'll have the last place if you don't mind. 14mph is OK, but if you're all going to smash it at 15mph or more, then I'll leave this space to someone else. Cedric, it will be a steady pace over this distance, the average will be 14 ish, but will be faster on the way out to Tewksbury, and then...
- 02 May 2021 16:12
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
- Replies: 19
- Views: 6479
100 miles in ~8 hrs - Sun June 27th - 07:30-FULL
I plan to run a 100 miler club ride, weather permitting with stops at Tewksbury and Harvington. The route is as follows https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33568103 In order to keep this group tight the number will be limited to a maximum of 8 (should be OK post lockdown) Speed will be a steady slow B pa...
- 28 Apr 2021 19:25
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 2nd May - C run burst (NO café stop) 52 miles South to Bidford at 14mph
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2577
Re: Sunday 2nd May - C run burst (NO café stop) 52 miles South to Bidford at 14mph
Hi Cedric, can you add myself (Si Walker) and Si Turner please? Thanks
- 02 Apr 2021 19:29
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 4th April- Warwick 9-15
- Replies: 5
- Views: 2140
Re: Sunday 4th April- Warwick 9-15
Route will be something like this
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35579693
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35579693
- 24 Dec 2020 17:28
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: Replacement pad for bibs
- Replies: 1
- Views: 6762
Re: Replacement pad for bibs
Just an update on this. I had the pad stitched (£10) into the bib longs over the old pad which was no longer a pad. I've been out wearing the bibs and they are very comfortable, with a noticeable difference in padding support. So IMHO, a worthwhile renovation of the old bibs.
- 18 Dec 2020 15:22
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL- Sunday 20 December 08:45 Approx 52 miles 'non stop' at ~14-15 mph (B ish)
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4464
Re: Sunday 20 December 08:45 Approx 52 miles 'non stop' at ~14-15 mph (B ish)
Hi! I'm new here. Any chance I could join your run this Sunday? Curt von Keyserlingk Hi Curt, Yes you are most welcome, but please read the following; Just to state the obvious, as we sometimes have folk attending their first Beacon ride un-prepared for the distance, speed and weather conditions, p...
- 16 Dec 2020 11:32
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL- Sunday 20 December 08:45 Approx 52 miles 'non stop' at ~14-15 mph (B ish)
- Replies: 11
- Views: 4464
RIDE FULL- Sunday 20 December 08:45 Approx 52 miles 'non stop' at ~14-15 mph (B ish)
I will lead a 'non-stop' circular ride via Bishampton, Rous Lench & Tardebigge, which is 52 Miles from the BH return. I recommend taking some food and two bottles, there will be an opportunity to get a drink from a cafe or shop as we pass by to consume on the road. The route is as follows, out via D...
- 15 Dec 2020 10:49
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: Replacement pad for bibs
- Replies: 1
- Views: 6762
Replacement pad for bibs
I have recently purchased a replacement pad for my bib longs. Thought it might be useful to anyone looking for a replacement. It does have to be stitched in, so I'll be using a local tailoring shop to do that for me.
Here is the link if interested.
https://cutt.ly/PhFzhHa
Here is the link if interested.
https://cutt.ly/PhFzhHa
- 29 Oct 2020 19:15
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: C ride to Lavender Hall Sunday 1st November
- Replies: 15
- Views: 6566
Re: C ride to Lavender Hall Sunday 1st November
Hi Si can you add me to list please.
- 25 Oct 2020 14:07
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5972
Re: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
Riders that completed today were
Nigel Collins
Pete Norman
Lewis Singleton
Si Turner
Si Walker (Leading)
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Sterling decided to return home before the cafe
Nigel Collins
Pete Norman
Lewis Singleton
Si Turner
Si Walker (Leading)
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Sterling decided to return home before the cafe
- 24 Oct 2020 18:04
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5972
Re: Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
Colin, yes on the reserve list, I'll pm you if a space arises.
- 24 Oct 2020 18:03
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5972
Re: Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
Hi Sterling, yes and added to the list.
- 22 Oct 2020 07:31
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5972
Re: Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
Hi Si, I’m new to the club but have been cycling for about a year. I’ve been riding similar speeds on solo rides, but not quite this distance (more around 30/40 mile). Would you mind if I come along? Very happy to locate the nearest train station if I drop! Have read the guidelines etc. Lewis Hi Le...
- 21 Oct 2020 19:42
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
- Replies: 13
- Views: 5972
RIDE FULL - Sunday 25th Oct - Harvington - 08:45 for 09:00 - 15 mph
I'll lead a ride to Harvington, 55 miles, at a steady ave of 14-15 mph, cafe stop at the Farm shop (outside). 25 miles out via Feckenham and 30 miles back via Danzey Grn. Weather is forecast at 10 deg C max dry, so wrap up. Clocks go back so don't forget your alarm setting and a mask. The route is a...
- 18 Oct 2020 13:41
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL -Sunday 18th Oct - B ride to Warwick - 56 miles- 08:45 for 09:00
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2720
Re: RIDE FULL -Sunday 18th Oct - B ride to Warwick - 56 miles- 08:45 for 09:00
All riders participated as planned. A great ride out and a bit faster than planned but all six riders out, came back together. Thanks chaps.
- 14 Oct 2020 16:32
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: RIDE FULL -Sunday 18th Oct - B ride to Warwick - 56 miles- 08:45 for 09:00
- Replies: 6
- Views: 2720
RIDE FULL -Sunday 18th Oct - B ride to Warwick - 56 miles- 08:45 for 09:00
I'll lead a ride to Warwick (56 miles), 09:00 start, which will be about 15 mph, taking a longer route out (31 miles) than back, via Snitterfield. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33423740 Probably stop at the Tilted Wig on the square, where they usually have outdoor seating, but other options are ava...
- 10 Oct 2020 16:59
- Forum: Cafe Stop
- Topic: TV Programme - Our World - Europe's Cycling Revolution
- Replies: 0
- Views: 5720
TV Programme - Our World - Europe's Cycling Revolution
As captioned, an interesting short (~20mins) documentary currently available on the BBC iPlayer.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000n990
https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000n990
- 08 Oct 2020 15:46
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Ride Full Sunday 11th B ride to Clive's of Cropthorne 9:00 for 09:15 start
- Replies: 9
- Views: 5106
Re: Sunday 11th B ride to Clive's of Cropthorne 9:00 for 09:15 start
Hi Si, please add me Si Walker and Si Turner. (any one else can change their name to 'Si')
- 04 Oct 2020 07:39
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: NOT FULL Sunday 4th October C Run Wootton Wawen 13/14 mph 50 miles - Meet 8.45 for 9.00am Depart
- Replies: 15
- Views: 5086
Re: Ride Full Sunday 4th October C Run Wootton Wawen 13/14 mph 50 miles - Meet 8.45 for 9.00am Depart
Richard, I’m going to bale out (literally) of today’s ride. Don’t fancy an all day soaking, sorry.
- 26 Sep 2020 15:50
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: NOT FULL - Sunday 27th September C Run 13/14mph Worcester Country Park 48 miles
- Replies: 7
- Views: 3236
Re: NOT FULL - Sunday 27th September C Run 13/14mph Worcester Country Park 48 miles
Hi Pete, I'd like to join you please.
- 19 Sep 2020 15:19
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1648
Re: Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
Added to the list
- 19 Sep 2020 15:14
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1648
Re: Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
Si Turner aded by request.
- 19 Sep 2020 13:03
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
- Replies: 3
- Views: 1648
Sunday 20th September; C/B Ride to Warwick 14-15 mph
I'll lead a ride to Warwick, steady pace meet at the BH at 09:00 for 09;15. Weather forcecast is good Please bring a mask in case needed. The route is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33423740 Riders will be limited to SIX. Riders are: Si Walker Si Turner Colin Hall All riders participated as planned ...
- 13 Sep 2020 15:18
- Forum: Time Trials
- Topic: Hill climb photos
- Replies: 3
- Views: 3878
Re: Hill climb photos
Here are just a few of Beacon riders on the hill climb to supplement George's photos
https://flic.kr/s/aHsmQJk1xk
https://flic.kr/s/aHsmQJk1xk
- 12 Sep 2020 14:48
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th September; C/B Jinney Ring (after the Hill Climb) 14-15 mph
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5016
- 12 Sep 2020 10:49
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th September; C/B Jinney Ring (after the Hill Climb) 14-15 mph
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5016
Re: Sunday 13th September; C/B Jinney Ring (after the Hill Climb) 14-15 mph - RIDE FULL
Thanks for letting me know Pete.PeteNorman wrote: ↑12 Sep 2020 10:12Sorry guys I am not able to ride on Sunday.
We need to go and see our grandchildren and children before Plague Village rulings set in on Tuesday.
Pete
- 07 Sep 2020 20:10
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 13th September; C/B Jinney Ring (after the Hill Climb) 14-15 mph
- Replies: 10
- Views: 5016
Sunday 13th September; C/B Jinney Ring (after the Hill Climb) 14-15 mph
I'll lead a ride after the hill climb (probably starting about 11:00ish), it will be about 40 miles in total, with a cafe stop (Jinney Ring) after 14 miles. Then 26 miles back to the BH. Though it will probably be too late for breakfast by the time we arrive, you might want to bring a sandwich to ea...
- 06 Sep 2020 14:12
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; C/B Run to WORC COUNTRY PARK (14-15 mph) - RIDE FULL
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3217
Re: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; C/B Run to WORC COUNTRY PARK (14-15 mph) - RIDE FULL
Riders today were as follows, a few changes pre-ride. Si Walker (leading) Fenella Brown Richard Chaplin Noel O'Dwyer (swopped across from the other Worcs ride) David Stephenson Philip Whiteman (at the cafe) Thanks for your patience when I had to stop to take a couple calls. (James and George Bendle ...
- 04 Sep 2020 19:33
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; C/B Run to WORC COUNTRY PARK (14-15 mph) - RIDE FULL
- Replies: 8
- Views: 3217
Sunday 6th Sep; 09:15 BH; C/B Run to WORC COUNTRY PARK (14-15 mph) - RIDE FULL
I'll take a ride to Worcester Country Park, 47 miles, out via Droitwich, return via Barnt Grn. Possibly a chilly start to the day. Please sign up below, riders limited to SIX please and bring a mask (just in case). Meet at 09:00 'C' riders are welcome. The route will be https://ridewithgps.com/route...
- 30 Aug 2020 18:38
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2924
- 30 Aug 2020 13:40
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2924
Re: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
Alcester riders were as follows and we stopped as the Parisienne Cafe in the courtyard on a sunny but cool day
George Barker
Phil Gameson
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Noel O'Dwyer
Si Walker - Leading
George Barker
Phil Gameson
Matt Hale
Toby Hale
Noel O'Dwyer
Si Walker - Leading
- 28 Aug 2020 17:14
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: 30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2924
30th August B/C ride to Alcester - 45 miles
I'll take a B/C ride to Alcester, 14-15 mph, 09:00 for 09:15 start. I've not booked a cafe, so we will take pot luck with this. Out via Barnt Green, & Bradley Green return via Tanworth & Danzey Green https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29104799 Riders limited to 6, please sign up below. Weather is likely...
- 23 Aug 2020 18:21
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3438
Re: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)
Phil, thanks, an enjoyable route, challenging in parts, but varied. I have to admit to feeling fatigued on the return after walking lots yesterday, however a good day outI
- 23 Aug 2020 08:13
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)
- Replies: 9
- Views: 3438
Re: Sunday 23rd August; 9:15 BH: B Run to Wyre Forest Visitor Centre (55 miles 15mph)
Phil, I'll join you this morning at the Black Horse if you are going to Wyre Forest.
- 20 Aug 2020 12:35
- Forum: Technical Talk
- Topic: Tyre sidewall
- Replies: 3
- Views: 6245
Re: Tyre sidewall
Ive had a new tyre get damaged in a similar way by the tyre sliding into a crack in the road, tearing the side wall. IMHO - bin it. Not worth the risk. A boot is Ok at protecting the inside and further flats in the short term, but it will be subject to wear and abuse on the outside, which will only ...
- 16 Aug 2020 06:22
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 16th August 8:00 BH; Toddington 82 miles; B (14-15mph)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4883
- 15 Aug 2020 15:01
- Forum: Club Runs
- Topic: Sunday 16th August 8:00 BH; Toddington 82 miles; B (14-15mph)
- Replies: 13
- Views: 4883
Re: Sunday 16th August 8:00 BH; Toddington 82 miles; B (14-15mph)
Si, I was supposed to be going on holiday this weekend... but suddenly I'm not. So I may pitch up at the café. Don't count me in the six though, because I won't be riding with the group (unless you catch me on the road -- my route will be the same as yours for the last few kilometres). If there are...