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Matt Hale

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

Matt Hale

I'm planning on going to either Arley Arboretum or the tea rooms next to the river. The route will be approx 50-55 miles from BH to BH, but reasonably hilly. Route will be similar/same as below. Speed will be about 15 mph. To avoid overcrowding, meet at the BH 09:15 for 09:30 start or meet en-route....

Matt Hale

Virtual quiz night no. 14...Thanks to Phil Richards for the quiz last week, Si Turner with another win...well done! Following my announcement about dropping the frequency of the quiz, the break will actually be after this week. Neil Orchard will be posing the questions this week, so looking forward ...

Matt Hale

Excellent ride today... everyone turned up that should have. We also saw a few of the 'C' in Drayton. Great to see everyone.

Matt Hale

Just spoke to Neil Orchard - he will be joining us too (top of Farley Lane), so that's 6 of us and capacity for the group. Neil - if you get a chance, could you confirm on here

Matt Hale

Sounds good Pete - see you there

Matt Hale

We'll be dropping the frequency of the quiz after this week, so dial in this week before a small summer break Virtual quiz night no. 13...Phil Richards will be the quiz master this week. Expecting the music round to be stand out having finally overcome a few technical issues Here are the details: Ti...

Matt Hale

Much as I'm tempted by the Bakers Dozen, I'm happy to stay a bit closer to home Destination - Den Cafe Distance - 60 miles (depending where you start) Pace - 15 mph Meet - Happy to meet at the Black Horse, but have plotted the route from home, so if anyone want to meet along the route, that's fine b...

Matt Hale

Really good quiz last week...anyone could have won going into the final round. What could be more exciting on a Thursday evening!! :) Virtual quiz night no. 12...Toby will be the quiz master again tomorrow. Here are the details: Time: Jul 9, 2020 08:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting https:...

Matt Hale

Late call for the quiz this week. An interesting quiz last week thanks to Si Woodward Virtual quiz night no. 11...Toby will be the quiz master tomorrow. Here are the details: Time: Jul 2, 2020 08:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78837174608?pwd=TWRNWEc4cGxjTjRQMz...

Matt Hale

Any suggestions on pubs in Winchcombe Phil?

Matt Hale

Returning from Kinver direction towards Clent today on a much used route via Caunsall and Churchfield...upon reaching the end of Stakenbridge Lane at the Junction with A456 (Kidderminster Rd S), the entrance to Thicknall Lane has been made a 'No Entry'. There were concrete barriers at the junction, ...

Matt Hale

I'm not sure if zoom has a BST option, but will check. It's 8:30pm regardless

Matt Hale

A good quiz last night...just goes to show, it pays to know your onions (or petit pois)! :) Virtual quiz night no. 10...Si Woodward will be the host next week. Here are the details: Time: Jun 25, 2020 08:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78837174608?pwd=TWRNWEc4cG...

Matt Hale

A close competition last week, all contestants within a handful of points. Thanks to Phil R for the questions last week. Virtual quiz night no. 9...The Hale household will again be posing the questions this week Here are the details: Time: Jun 18, 2020 08:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting ...

Matt Hale

Nothing's changed there then Phil

Matt Hale

New host, familiar winner! Thanks to Si Turner for posing the questions, Phil Richards scored highest and will be hosting the quiz next week Virtual quiz night no. 8...Slightly later start time (8:30/8:40 start) Here are the details Time: Jun 11, 2020 08:30 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting h...

Matt Hale

A close competition last week, with Si Turner claiming the victory. His prize, hosting the quiz this week :D Virtual quiz night no. 7...Si Turner will be posing the questions, will the Hale's team up or compete against each other?? Here are the details Time: Jun 4, 2020 08:20 PM Greenwich Mean Time ...

Matt Hale

Phil Richards knows his climbs...it proved the difference last week, but what will be the decisive round this week? Virtual quiz night no. 6...Toby will dreaming up another 5 rounds Here are the details: Time: May 28, 2020 08:20 PM Greenwich Mean Time Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/7883...

Matt Hale

Si Turner has proved that we have similar taste in music and films...and strong Belgian beers! :lol: Sign of a mis-spent youth...or a dedication to culture and the arts? Virtual quiz night no. 5...Toby will dreaming up another 5 rounds. Maybe some new rounds this week, maybe some from previous weeks...

Matt Hale

Si Turner has been de-throned! Phil Richards took the win last time out, taking an early lead and easing to victory :) Virtual quiz night no. 4...Toby will hopefully have time to put the quiz together this week (in between walking the dog, catching up with David Millar and learning a bit of painting...

Matt Hale

Roll up, roll up! Virtual quiz night no. 3... Simon Turner is proving difficult to beat! He scored joint highest with Phil Richards last time out, coming from behind to equalise in the final round :lol: Toby is busy locked in his room dreaming up the questions again Here are the details: Time: May 7...

Matt Hale

OK - the questions are ready and have been vetted. Another bumper quiz ready for tomorrow - similar format to last week...5 rounds x 10 questions.

Hope to see you tomorrow evening 8:20 for 8:30 start

Matt Hale

Slight update to the start time. We'll be joining at 8:20 and starting around 8:30. Hope that's ok...see you there

Matt Hale

For anyone that missed last weeks quiz... there'll be another one this week. Simon Turner scored highest demonstrating an excellent music knowledge and how pretty he thinks Fabian Cancellara is :shock: :lol: Toby will once again be the quizmaster - he'll be dreaming up a new set of questions this we...

Matt Hale

We'll be having another quiz this week - same day, same time. New set of questions for this week - I'll create a new post with the details

Matt Hale

Tonight's the night! We'll be joining at just after 8 and will be starting the quiz around 8:10-8:15 to allow people a chance to join Toby has finalised the quiz and it's looking really good. There's 5 round x 10 questions. We'll have a few breaks between rounds for drinks/comfort breaks etc See you...

Matt Hale

If anyone's not used 'zoom' before, you don't need to register. You can just click the link / enter the credentials if requested. Hope to see you on Thursday night

Matt Hale

Hi, Hope everyone is doing OK. Proposing to host a quiz on Thursday for anyone that would like to join (details below). Toby has been busy passing the time setting a quiz for us. There'll be some cycling themed rounds and some that are more general. I'll be assisting with the questions :D Topic: Bea...

Matt Hale

Me too - enough Beaconites for a free beer!

Matt Hale

The other rider was Mark McArdle

Matt Hale

Hiplok also make the Z-lock that I use.

Matt Hale

Andy,

This is the race/climb I mentioned with a super long climb:
http://www.taiwankom.org/en/index.asp

Looks a very long climb - how does it compare to the one you did in Colombia?

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Matt Hale

It was on BBC2 last night - very good

Matt Hale

Sounds good Si...was going to suggest the same

Matt Hale

Hi Stu,
I might be interested in some tights...do you know what spec these are - FRC or based on the standard bib shorts?

Matt Hale

FYI - the cafe at Waseley Hills is currently closed. I believe they are looking for a new tenant

Matt Hale

Phil...club hill climb on Sunday

Matt Hale

jbendle wrote: ↑
09 Sep 2019 11:52
Thanks to all on the A run, a pacy 148km with >1400m of climbing (including an early morning eye-opener up Ivy Lane).

James, I believe it was Rumbow Lane / Walton Hill Rd...maybe my favourite climb in Clent!

Matt Hale

Hi Matt,

Yes 9/9:15 normally unless stated otherwise

Matt Hale

Finbarr, There's a café at Wootton Wawen that's not too far...the Cow Shed

Matt Hale

The Larch Barn, Been Savage https://www.thelarchbarn.co.uk/ Been open about a year, was going to go to the Cleobury cafe, but this was a good alternative. Seemed to be plenty of room, including lots of outdoor picnic benches. Great views of Clee Hill and a decent menu (if slightly on the pricey side...

Matt Hale

On the B run (2) to the Larch Barn: Nathan Burton Cedric Gioan Matt Hale (L) Toby Hale Ewan Ross Some new roads for me between Cleobury Mortimer and Clows Top (via Bayton)...nice views for much of the route. One incident on the descent from Abberley towards Dunley...Nathan skidded off on a tight ben...

Matt Hale

At the risk of clogging up the club run options, I'm proposing a B ride to the 'Larch Barn' in Neen Savage, B run pace at the normal departure time...9/9:15 https://www.thelarchbarn.co.uk/ Sorry Nick - off to a BBQ tonight and could be a late one! :) Route: 61 miles BH to BH, out via Belbroughton, W...

Matt Hale

Espresso Barn, Long Marston

Decent venue, caters well for cyclists-a little pricey, but good quality

Matt Hale

On the B ride:

Neil Evanson
Matt Ford (New rider... well done and welcome to the Beacon)
Matt Hale (L)
Toby Hale
Alistair Hey
Noel O'Dwyer
Si Turner
Si Walker

Decent venue, caters well for cyclists-a little pricey, but good quality

Bonne chance to the PBP'ers!

Matt Hale

I can lead the B ride...will post more details later today.

Apologies for the late post...destination will be Espresso Barn, Long Marston. 59 miles BH to BH
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30874368

Matt Hale

Abdon 'Barf'

or Abdon 'Barf' up a lung!

Matt Hale

On the B ride today: Claire Fudge Matt Hale (L) Toby Hale Andy McGrath Noel O'Dwyer Ewan Ross Alex Rybinski Si Walker Ewan had a **flat** on the way to the cafe, unfortunately at the bottom of a steep climb just before Abberley after most had already started to ascend. Kudos to Alex who volunteered ...

Matt Hale

I'll lead the B run - Clows Top... about 60 miles BH to BH. Out via Stourport, back via Bewdley. Will be avoiding the Clee to Heaven route as much as possible so that anyone riding that won't be riding the same roads in quick succession. See you tomorrow

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