A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
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A, B and C club runs July, August and September 2016
It's summer in Olympic year, and what the London Olympics taught us was that there was a 385% increase in people volunteering to lead club runs in the few months before and afterwards, so I'm expecting the same from Rio. With the Tour de France and Olympic road races scheduled in this quarter, surely this will prick your interest and find yourself signing up to lead before you've even realised you've done it.
If you are able to lead a club run or two, please post the date and café destination below. Don't forget, first-time leaders are more than welcome.
Note: This purpose of this topic is compile the schedule of club runs. Discussion about individual rides, including rider lists, should be done in a separate thread - one for each Sunday.
03/07/2016 A: Draycote Water Reservoir - James Tate B: Worcester - Andy Terry C: Intro:
10/07/2016 A: B: 100 in 8 to Much Wenlock - Paul Johnson (08:16 start) C: Lavender Hall Fisheries - Huan Dong
17/07/2016 A: British Camp (Malvern) - Philip Whiteman (08:15 start) B: Upton - Nick Shenton C: Evesham - Dave Cox
24/07/2016 A: B: Draycote Water Park - James Tate (08:15 start) C: Destination tbc - Helen Jamieson
31/07/2016 A: Wyevale Garden Centre (Stratford) - Ian Simpson B: Cobhouse Fisheries - Paul Johnson C: Bewdley Dave Cole
07/08/2016 A: Toddington - Chris Ashford B: Alcester - George Barker C: Worcester Country Park - Pete Norman Intro: Earlswood - Pete Marshall
(Alternative B/C Club run to the Staffordshire and Cheshire Moorlands led by Nick Shenton)
14/08/2016 A: Great Comberton - Phil Richards B: Warwick - Andy Terry C: Alcester - Pete Norman)
21/08/2016 A: 100 faster than the B run - 'mystery tour' - Philip Whiteman (8.15 start) B: 100 in 8 to Market Bosworth - Paul Johnson (8:15 start) C: Charlecote - John Deeley
28/08/2016 A: Coalport YHA - Phil Richards. B: Albrighton - Nick Shenton C: Croome Park - Helen Jamieson
04/09/2016 A: Wyre Forest - Philip Whiteman B: Chipping Campden - Paul Johnson C: Akambas in Solihull - Carolyn Clegg Intro: Cutnall Green - Bob Green
11/09/2016 A: B: Alcester - Andy Deere. C: 100-in-whatever John Deeley
Also alternative Club Run in Staffordshire led by Nick Shenton (see separate post)
18/09/2016 Hill climb championships (Romsley)
25/09/2016 A: Chipping Campden - Philip Whiteman Dep 0815 B: Tewkesbury - Neil Orchard C: Destination TBC - Colin Groves
02/10/2016 A: B: C: Intro:
If you are able to lead a club run or two, please post the date and café destination below. Don't forget, first-time leaders are more than welcome.
Note: This purpose of this topic is compile the schedule of club runs. Discussion about individual rides, including rider lists, should be done in a separate thread - one for each Sunday.
03/07/2016 A: Draycote Water Reservoir - James Tate B: Worcester - Andy Terry C: Intro:
10/07/2016 A: B: 100 in 8 to Much Wenlock - Paul Johnson (08:16 start) C: Lavender Hall Fisheries - Huan Dong
17/07/2016 A: British Camp (Malvern) - Philip Whiteman (08:15 start) B: Upton - Nick Shenton C: Evesham - Dave Cox
24/07/2016 A: B: Draycote Water Park - James Tate (08:15 start) C: Destination tbc - Helen Jamieson
31/07/2016 A: Wyevale Garden Centre (Stratford) - Ian Simpson B: Cobhouse Fisheries - Paul Johnson C: Bewdley Dave Cole
07/08/2016 A: Toddington - Chris Ashford B: Alcester - George Barker C: Worcester Country Park - Pete Norman Intro: Earlswood - Pete Marshall
(Alternative B/C Club run to the Staffordshire and Cheshire Moorlands led by Nick Shenton)
14/08/2016 A: Great Comberton - Phil Richards B: Warwick - Andy Terry C: Alcester - Pete Norman)
21/08/2016 A: 100 faster than the B run - 'mystery tour' - Philip Whiteman (8.15 start) B: 100 in 8 to Market Bosworth - Paul Johnson (8:15 start) C: Charlecote - John Deeley
28/08/2016 A: Coalport YHA - Phil Richards. B: Albrighton - Nick Shenton C: Croome Park - Helen Jamieson
04/09/2016 A: Wyre Forest - Philip Whiteman B: Chipping Campden - Paul Johnson C: Akambas in Solihull - Carolyn Clegg Intro: Cutnall Green - Bob Green
11/09/2016 A: B: Alcester - Andy Deere. C: 100-in-whatever John Deeley
Also alternative Club Run in Staffordshire led by Nick Shenton (see separate post)
18/09/2016 Hill climb championships (Romsley)
25/09/2016 A: Chipping Campden - Philip Whiteman Dep 0815 B: Tewkesbury - Neil Orchard C: Destination TBC - Colin Groves
02/10/2016 A: B: C: Intro:
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- ballintrane
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Leading a Ride
I thought it might be worth explaining for potential new leaders what is involved in leading a ride.
1) decide on a destination then plan / use a previous route (from the resources page, Strava or ask other club member) for the ride
2) notify the chosen cafe a few days before the ride that a group will be arriving and tell them the approx number of rider (guess) and estimated time of arrival. There is a list of cafes on the resources page).
3) take a note of the names of riders, preferably at the start, but certainly at the cafe and then post the names on the Message Board at the end of the ride. This is important for insurance purposes.
Leading the ride is not much different from participating in a normal ride, just maintain a steady pace, try to keep the group together and don't leave anyone behind. If you are unsure, ask an experienced rider to support you.
If you are a regular Beacon rider and haven't lead for a while or never before, please step up to do your share of leading rather than leaving it to the regular volunteers.
Thanks.
1) decide on a destination then plan / use a previous route (from the resources page, Strava or ask other club member) for the ride
2) notify the chosen cafe a few days before the ride that a group will be arriving and tell them the approx number of rider (guess) and estimated time of arrival. There is a list of cafes on the resources page).
3) take a note of the names of riders, preferably at the start, but certainly at the cafe and then post the names on the Message Board at the end of the ride. This is important for insurance purposes.
Leading the ride is not much different from participating in a normal ride, just maintain a steady pace, try to keep the group together and don't leave anyone behind. If you are unsure, ask an experienced rider to support you.
If you are a regular Beacon rider and haven't lead for a while or never before, please step up to do your share of leading rather than leaving it to the regular volunteers.
Thanks.
Si Walker
Beacon Roads Cycling Club
Beacon Roads Cycling Club
- jdtate101
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3rd July..I'll take the A run to Draycote Water Reservoir. 131km 1200m
http://www.strava.com/routes/5285109
http://www.strava.com/routes/5285109
- petemarshall
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Re: Leading a Ride
Just to add that it isn't always necessary or even possible to book cafes in advance. This can be particular useful when you can't be sure of numbers, weather etc. But don't just turn up at a cafe on spec, book in advance unless you know there isn't a problem.Si_Walker wrote: 2) notify the chosen cafe a few days before the ride that a group will be arriving and tell them the approx number of rider (guess) and estimated time of arrival. There is a list of cafes on the resources page).
Thanks.
These are a couple cafes I know and use where there is no need to book in advance.
The SVR cafe Bewdley. (you need to check that trains are running on website as its closed when they aren't)
Halfpenny Green Airport Cafe.
My other regular cafes, Arley arboretum, Kinver Edge etc. like a phone call or text on the morning with approximate numbers, although I can't say it makes much difference to the speed of service.
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- Philip Whiteman
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In addition to Pete's comment:
Advance notice is not necessary for Evesham, Croome Park, Worcester Country Park, Coffee#1, Churchfields, Toddington GWSR Station, Wyre Forest, Burford (Tenbury), British Camp, Broadway Tower, Cobhouse, Bridgnorth SVR Station and Wellesbourne Airfield.
Advance notice is useful for Rays Farm, Cleobury Cafe, Bromyard, Alcester, Upton Secret Mess and Comberton Golf Course. There are probably others too that require advance warning.
Advance notice is not necessary for Evesham, Croome Park, Worcester Country Park, Coffee#1, Churchfields, Toddington GWSR Station, Wyre Forest, Burford (Tenbury), British Camp, Broadway Tower, Cobhouse, Bridgnorth SVR Station and Wellesbourne Airfield.
Advance notice is useful for Rays Farm, Cleobury Cafe, Bromyard, Alcester, Upton Secret Mess and Comberton Golf Course. There are probably others too that require advance warning.
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I'll do a B run on 14th August to Warwick.
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- jdtate101
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Another new location...4th Sept I'll lead the B run to Brewood. Route Here:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14869059
Cafe is:
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restauran ... gland.html
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14869059
Cafe is:
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restauran ... gland.html
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Alternative Club Ride - North Staffs & Cheshire
I've not arranged one of these for a while so thought it's about time.
Looking at early August to do the ride with a preliminary date of the 7th.
No firm route decided as yet but expect climbs such as the Col Du Cat & Fiddle, Col Du Gunn Hill and possibly Col Du Mow Cop to be included.
Distance will be approx 60-80 miles
The ride will be expected to be at the lower end B Run pace to enable some of the recent C runners who have moved up to a B, to enjoy the ride. No one will be dropped and it is intended to be a social ride.
Further details to follow
I've not arranged one of these for a while so thought it's about time.
Looking at early August to do the ride with a preliminary date of the 7th.
No firm route decided as yet but expect climbs such as the Col Du Cat & Fiddle, Col Du Gunn Hill and possibly Col Du Mow Cop to be included.
Distance will be approx 60-80 miles
The ride will be expected to be at the lower end B Run pace to enable some of the recent C runners who have moved up to a B, to enjoy the ride. No one will be dropped and it is intended to be a social ride.
Further details to follow
- Philip Whiteman
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Phil, put me down for an A run on 31st July, not led a ride so thought it was about time. New destination, Wyevale Garden Centre, Black Hill near Stratford Upon Avon, 60 miles BH to BH. Checked out today looks okay. Couple of short stints on main roads but has potential for alternatives routes in the future. Bike locks will be required.
We've not had the pleasure of Steve Smiths company as much this year meaning that his popular c run/century in as long as it takes ride has not been on the calendar.
So if I'm not treading on Steves shoes, I'd be happy to lead a ride on the 11th September very much in the spirit of Steves previous runs (probably using a similar if not the same route) which is perfect for anyone who has not ridden a century before.
As ever, if anyone wishes to lead a "within usual guidelines" c run on that date, feel free.
In time honoured tradition, we shall have an early start, 8-15, but more importantly, finish off with a celebratory beverage at the Coach and Horses, Weatheroak Hill.
Hope to have a good turnout
JD
So if I'm not treading on Steves shoes, I'd be happy to lead a ride on the 11th September very much in the spirit of Steves previous runs (probably using a similar if not the same route) which is perfect for anyone who has not ridden a century before.
As ever, if anyone wishes to lead a "within usual guidelines" c run on that date, feel free.
In time honoured tradition, we shall have an early start, 8-15, but more importantly, finish off with a celebratory beverage at the Coach and Horses, Weatheroak Hill.
Hope to have a good turnout
JD
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C Ride 7 August
Hi Phil
I will lead to Worcester Country Park on Sunday
I will lead to Worcester Country Park on Sunday
- jdtate101
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I'm going to have to bail on the B run for the 4th Sept....Just realised I've double booked myself for this B run and the Club 25 TT Champs...so obviously I can't do both. I'd like to do the TT, so if anyone can volunteer to take the B that day, that would be great. You can either choose you own destination or go to Brewood via this route I had planned:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14869059
Cafe is the Lazy Days Cafe:
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restauran ... gland.html
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14869059
Cafe is the Lazy Days Cafe:
https://www.tripadvisor.co.uk/Restauran ... gland.html
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Philip Whiteman wrote:I can do the A run on 21st August. Destination tbc.
"100 in a Quicker Time Than the B Run Magical Mystery A Run". Please pardon the snappy title.
This magical mystery tour will take riders along roads never previously used on a club run. Self inquiry should lead you to ask, "why is it magical"? The answer is obvious, all hills on this route exist as an illusion to the eyes and don't exist in reality.
What I can reveal....
There is only one single horrible climb as we take a 'cut through the chase' , the meaning of which will become apparent. Generally speaking the route is a roller coaster. Some of the lanes are potholed and require some care. The return portion will be flatter and familiar to riders. The estimated climb is 1543m overall, so not excessive.
Overall estimated time: 7h15m - 7h45m
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C ride 4th September
I'll be taking the C gang to Akambas 4th Sept http://www.akamba.co.uk/
50 miles and a little on the lumpy side but with a nice flat bit in the middle
I'll post the route when I've worked out how to link it on here
50 miles and a little on the lumpy side but with a nice flat bit in the middle
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I'll post the route when I've worked out how to link it on here
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