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Philip Whiteman

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

Philip Whiteman

I am afraid that Lisa and I are away again. Like Neil, we are in Dorset.

Philip Whiteman

Cambrian Series 2A- Permanent Audax - 200km - 3.25 (3,250m) Audax Altitute Award points £2 entry fee and the route can be started from any control Controls Monmouth Hay-on-Wye 48km Llandrindod Wells 80km Llanwrytd Wells 108km Brecon 143km Abergavenny 178km Monmouth 203km Upsides This is the most po...

Philip Whiteman

A blog on the KK has also been published:

http://machacasonwheels.blogspot.co.uk/ ... r-200.html

Philip Whiteman

Harry, you likened audaxes to orienteering. That is quite a good description on how they work. In reality, along with 12h and 24h time trials, audaxes are endurance cycling events. The minimum 'proper' audax for purists is 200km, but many shorter events are available and very popular with people set...

Philip Whiteman

Just to chuck in a spanner, any new version of the logo needs to be distinct in black and white as well as in colour. Not all publications are printed in colour.

Philip Whiteman

Personally speaking, I would tie these druggies by the feet to a rope linked to the back of milk float and then drive at full speed. That and people that take short cuts on club runs disgust me, along with people that eat with their mouths open, don't use apostrophes or smoke cigarettes on mountain ...

Philip Whiteman

A great blog report on the Clee audax, kindly posted by Lucy Buchanan-Parker.

http://machacasonwheels.blogspot.co.uk/ ... 100km.html

Philip Whiteman

Having heard you mention this event on various occasions, I have sent off an entry form. Better be good or else.

Philip Whiteman

Provisional Results of validated rides are now available from the Audax UK site. In total 61 riders that started on each of the two events. From Clee to Heaven http://www.aukweb.net/results/detail/this/listevent/?Ride=12-415 Kidderminster Killer http://www.aukweb.net/results/detail/this/listevent/?R...

Philip Whiteman

Having been the first entry to the Sunrise and Snowdrop Express for the past two years, Alan Weaver has lost the number one slot for 2013. The first entry was received yesterday! However, Alan will be relieved to learn that the revised route for next year will still incorporate a passage over Priest...

Philip Whiteman

Some pictures from Alberto Contreras, a KK rider from London. https://picasaweb.google.com/111524484414231101128/KidderminsterKiller200August12?authkey=Gv1sRgCLrH2prgpvXzBQ#5778849626864472594 And from the Derby Mercury gang: http://www.derbymercury.org.uk/forummenu/events/16375-audax-in-july-a-augu...

Philip Whiteman

Phil if you get chance to see any of the Beacon members in the morning let them know that any help would be useful and all the info is on the board. Thanks and good luck. I shouted 'Achtung' at some of the Beacon members last Saturday to provide assistance. A message has also been added to our Face...

Philip Whiteman

Dear All, I am overwhelmed with the response and would like to thank everyone for their feedback on the two events. However, it would be wrong to take the credit. It was fellow helpers and riders that allowed the event to happen. I would like to thank the following: - Michelle McGuirk, Debbie Deane,...

Philip Whiteman

We need pictures

It sounds like a fun event.

Philip Whiteman

If its helpful, there will be plenty of Beacon riders to collar between 7.30-9am at tomorrow's audax.

Philip Whiteman

Apologies, Lisa and I are away that weekend.

Philip Whiteman

WEATHER FORECAST A cloudy start to Saturday, possibility of the odd light shower earlier in the day. Brighter later. Feeling rather warm and humid. 294 Kelvin (290 Kelvin on summits). Light SW wind. NO EXCUSES THEN!!!!! FOOD FORECAST Fruit cake (courtesy of Lynne) Lemon Drizzle (courtesy of Clare) ...

Philip Whiteman

1. Three Leaf Clover 203km 2. Two Leaf Clover 110km Wickhamford, Evesham Ridden: 5th August 2012 by Lisa and Philip Ride times : 7-45 Three Leaf Clover; 5-10 Two Leaf Clover. Routes Three Leaf Clover: Wickhamford - Snowshill - Guiting Power - Greet - Wickhamford - Ilmington - Brailes - Chipping Cam...

Philip Whiteman

Lisa and I had hoped to help but are knocking off more munros that week.

Philip Whiteman

Audax Helpers: Clare Abiss - Cake Superintendent & cake donator. 14.00 - 18.00 George Barker - Car Park Marshal. 07.00ish - 09.00am Bob & Pat Green - Cake Superintendent. 18.00 - / John Hamilton (AUK Events Director) - Controller at Acton Scott. 10.12 - 12.37 Danny Mayho - Car Park Marshal. 07.00 - ...

Philip Whiteman

Five extra places now available on the Clee Audax.

First come, first served before I shut the system down again.

Philip Whiteman

Three Coasts / East then West 600km July 2012 Controls Sowerby Bridge GHQ Castleford greasy spoon Plocklington garage Bridlington greasy spoon Malton tea room Thirsk Tesco Castleford ATM Sowerby Bridge GHQ (1st loop at 375km) Whalley Bridge Glasson Dock (Three Coasts only and gains extra AAA points...

Philip Whiteman

A great account

Philip Whiteman

Pat's photo is probably the winner so far.

Grogz wrote:Quite bizarre seeing my photo traveling so widely. I'd like to change places with it, please.

I was wondering if that was you.

Philip Whiteman

and one for this weekend.....

http://www.gpsies.com/map.do?fileId=tftufdgbyswoadjz

Philip Whiteman

I do not place myself at the top of Lance's fan list, however I think that it is better to reserve judgement until all the evidence has been heard and the verdict has been given. We must remember that he is innocent until proven guilty beyond all reasonable doubt.

Philip Whiteman

lc1981 wrote:On a more important note, any chance that the recipe that Steve identified as similar to the elusive Spetchley ginger cake could make the cake list? Recipe here: http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1462 ... emon-icing.

I'm on the case!

Philip Whiteman

or it was just the wind? Wind and cold make a huge difference to riding long distances. I recently rode the Droitwich-Towcester audax into the the teeth of a strong east wind. The journey took 4.5 hours outbound and 3.5 hours on the way back! The only times I have managed a sub-8 hour 200km audaxes...

Philip Whiteman

......AND NOW IT IS TIME TO ENTER YOUR NEXT BEACON EVENT WITH ADDED CAKE FROM CLEE TO HEAVEN IS NOW FULL WITH ONLY A FEW SPACES LEFT ON THE KIDDER KILLER Just as you thought it was all over, just after George's Cotswold events, now it is time to sign up for the next new, cool, trendy and sexy Beaco...

Philip Whiteman

I don't think Chris Smith quite touched upon your part of India but you may be interested to read his book. http://www.cycleuktochina.com/route.htm Incidentally, Trevor Richards rode the Himilaya last year, albeit from the Tibetan side - he could have been another candidate for the Touring Trophy la...

Philip Whiteman

Never used them but I did investigate and decided against on the basis that:

- having heard of instances of dangerous gear jumps on a compact gear arrangements (ok on a normal race gear set up).
- if you convert one bike, then it becomes necessary to convert the rest.
- the cost

Philip Whiteman

It was an 8.30am departure from Belbroughton and a 10.45pm arrival back. :shock: That's quite a reasonable time for the KK. I would expect most arrivals to be back between 8 and 11pm. I have never completed the ride in less than 10 hours and I'm a fast audaxer. To my knowledge, the fastest ever tim...

Philip Whiteman

Glad you liked it. How long did it take to ride and where did you stop?

For everyone else:

ENTER HERE:

http://www.beaconrcc.org.uk/audax/kille ... iller.html

Philip Whiteman

I have terrible problems with my £19.95 hardware. Sometimes the map does not fit easily between the plastic and I have terrible difficulties when charging the battery. http://cdn.mos.bikeradar.com/images/bikes-and-gear/accessories/map-holder/1234191853313-1u34jxp132tza-399-75.jpg Says he feeling ver...

Philip Whiteman

National 24 hour next, Phil? It has crossed my mind as it would provide essential resiliance training for the LEL but not until next year. In order to enter, I would need to convince, bribe or blackmail Lisa into providing a support vehicle and catering. Sadly, there is no club prize for such a fea...

Philip Whiteman

In contrast to what I'd expect in the UK , everybody, including the police, seemed perfectly easy about people camping where there was no officially sanctioned camp site. Correction: In contrast to what I'd expect in the England, Wales and Northern Ireland This sort of thing is perfectly okay in Sc...

Philip Whiteman

I am far from decided or even confident that I will have the staminer for riding the London-Edinburgh-London next year but have chosen this year as a tester. This weekend I upped the ante by riding two DIY randonees back to back: - Droitwich - Weymouth - Droitwich plus the dog leg home. - 307 miles ...

Philip Whiteman

Brilliant! You're doing well very rapidly. It looks as though the coaching and your training is paying off.

Philip Whiteman

James, I have not used this people personally but several Beacon members have spoken glowingly about the following specialist based in Leamington:

http://www.bikedynamics.co.uk/

Philip Whiteman

George's 200km route is absolutely dashing and deserves commendation. The half-way control is located in a chocolate box of the village, plus I note that he has revised the route on the second stage to include the road overlooking the Winchcombe escarpment.

Philip Whiteman

It was pretty grim this morning and the cold easterly mixed with light rain was far from pleasant. So you would not have missed anything.

Philip Whiteman

I am not riding the Meriden 160 but our paths may cross. I am route checking the Cotswold Expedition for George and will passing near Edge Hill during the afternoon. As I pass, you will be able to tell that I am a randonneur as opposed to a plebiscite Brevet Populaire peasant by my advanced bike han...

Philip Whiteman

Too short and not long enough to induce painful saddle sores or hallucinations, plus there are not urine sodden bus shelters to sleep in

Philip Whiteman

This Saturday I will be riding George's audax in order to double check the route card and directions.

If any wishes to join me, leave me a message.

Philip Whiteman

A brilliant account of the rough and tumble, Mike. Poor old Gary, he is not having much luck this season.

Philip Whiteman

[quote="AlanW" Each to their own I guess, but I would rather stay at home and squeeze my fingers in a vice. [/quote] Some lateral thinking is required here. Alan, you have complained that the long sleeve jersey arms are too long. So, whilst your fingers are held by the vice, try to stretch as hard a...

Philip Whiteman

Gospel Pass 200. 3AAA. 13th May 2012 Ride Time: 8h05m. Ridden by Mark Carter, Trevor Richards and myself. Organised by Stephen Poulton of Cheltenham CTC Controls GHQ Apperley nr Tewkesbury Monmouth Open Control Pandy Pub Control Hay-on-Wye Open Control Pandy Pub Control How Caple + info controls in...

Philip Whiteman

I have received a couple on enquiries. Here are the details: 13.13 train to Plymouth on 3/6/12 at £40 single. (plenty of tickets available as of today). Evening meal in hotel or nearby Millstones Hotel at £58ppn Route on Jubilee Bank Holiday: PLYMOUTH (NORTH). leave at 9am Dartmoor EXETER CHEDDAR Me...

Philip Whiteman

Only 25c but if you require 23C, try Parker International at £28.

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