tommers
It was... Rebekah Vardy's account
Hmmm, not heard of them before. They might sort it, have you used them before?
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Hmmm, not heard of them before. They might sort it, have you used them before?
Winot
I wholeheartedley agree with your viewpoint
braindancer
not for long
Any other Urbanz planning on doing the Dunwich Dynamo this year? http://www.londonschoolofcycling.co.uk/content.php?id=18
Thoroughly recommended - I did my first last year and loved every moment (apart from the four moments when my chain snapped - but time has healed and I can now look back on these incidents with fondness).
Just booked coach tickets for the return journey for this year...
Thoroughly recommended - I did my first last year and loved every moment (apart from the four moments when my chain snapped - but time has healed and I can now look back on these incidents with fondness).
Just booked coach tickets for the return journey for this year...
sleaterkinney
Well-Known Member
I really fancy the dynamo but 200k?
tommers
It was... Rebekah Vardy's account
It's a long way. Especially if you get lost.
But it's definitely doable. I found it got a lot better once I'd got to the food stop, which is after about 85 miles. It's an experience.
ChrisFilter
Like a boss.
60 miles in the rain tomorrow. And an hour less in bed. Booooo.
han
love is the answer
I'm going to sign up.
Can always drop out at the last minute in case I don't feel fit enough...
Boycey
juvenile rave slut
No need to sign up for the DD if youre getting the train back. Do check to make sure they're running though. 
So, i rode 55ish miles before my knees gave in. Thank fuck we had a broom wagon. I'm guessing it's pedal/shoe issues? Tempted to try speedplays though clips and straps would definitely work...
So, i rode 55ish miles before my knees gave in. Thank fuck we had a broom wagon. I'm guessing it's pedal/shoe issues? Tempted to try speedplays though clips and straps would definitely work...
braindancer
not for long
Nice one Han. I'm looking forward to it again. Need to get in some long rides beforehand though. Was gonna go out today but a) it's pissing it down and b) I don't feel remotely like doing so. Next weekend!
Ted Striker
Foot's on the other hand
Batshit winds in Gent - Wevelthingy at the mo...
han
love is the answer
Ah, you've done it before! [emoji4]
I've a few friends who've done it before, and are encouraging me. Likewise, I need to do some distance practice. London to Brighton, some longer ones, that sort of thing.
Yeah, not a day for cycling unless you absolutely have to!
a_chap
When the world came apart, where were you?
Batshit winds and rain for yesterday's 214km ride. Finished it - eventually - but an hour out of time!
I had plenty of time to reflect that a Pashley Roadster isn't best suited to really windy, really hilly conditions - I don't think the bike's full coat guard helped.
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a_chap
When the world came apart, where were you?
Awful news
Steve's been steadily racking up the miles day-in, day-out and had reached over 17,000 miles since Jan 1st and was over 2,000 miles ahead of schedule.
But yesterday, whilst riding from Exeter to Milton Keynes, he was hit by a moped rider, breaking his ankle which now needs surgery.
Sigmund Fraud
893 all the way.
But yesterday, whilst riding from Exeter to Milton Keynes, he was hit by a moped rider, breaking his ankle which now needs surgery.
that is terrible news for Steve, like mos following his progress and being wowed by the commitment this is gutting.
braindancer
not for long
What a bummer - I too have been following his adventures from Milton Keynes. Here's hoping for a swift(ish) recovery - is there any chance he could still hit the record? Surely a broken ankle means a good few weeks out of the saddle at the very least - although this chap obviously has considerably more determination than most.
rubbershoes
not the only raver in the village
And he'd just got a PR on the Willand to Diggerland sprint!
a_chap
When the world came apart, where were you?
Steve's determination (not to say tolerance to pain) is legendary, but I don't think it's realistic for him to continue. Although those closest to him in his team say they have yet to make a decision.
Although I'd love it if he was to make a "Boy's own" return within a few weeks and heroically still beat the record I'm more concerned that he allows his ankle to heal properly.
Although I'd love it if he was to make a "Boy's own" return within a few weeks and heroically still beat the record I'm more concerned that he allows his ankle to heal properly.
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han
love is the answer
braindancer :
Searching for London to Brighton bike routes, I found this post of yours from 2010:
"http://www.freewebs.com/cycleroutes/
I’ve cycled to Brighton many times but by far the best route I have done is this one – it’s a little bit of a drag getting out of London but once you do it’s exceptionally quiet country lanes the whole way. I did it a couple of times last summer, once with mates and once by myself and on the second time I honestly didn’t see a soul for mile after mile. Absolutely lush – fantastic scenery the whole way. You do have the option this way of missing that hill but that would be cheating.I think it took about 5 hours – there are hills along the way but nothing too arduous. "
Sounds perfect, but sadly the link no longer works. I don't suppose you have a copy of the route or a gpx file or anything?
Basically I'm looking for a quiet, not too complicated route, with no offroad bits as am using a roadbike. Ta!
Searching for London to Brighton bike routes, I found this post of yours from 2010:
"http://www.freewebs.com/cycleroutes/
I’ve cycled to Brighton many times but by far the best route I have done is this one – it’s a little bit of a drag getting out of London but once you do it’s exceptionally quiet country lanes the whole way. I did it a couple of times last summer, once with mates and once by myself and on the second time I honestly didn’t see a soul for mile after mile. Absolutely lush – fantastic scenery the whole way. You do have the option this way of missing that hill but that would be cheating.I think it took about 5 hours – there are hills along the way but nothing too arduous. "
Sounds perfect, but sadly the link no longer works. I don't suppose you have a copy of the route or a gpx file or anything?
Basically I'm looking for a quiet, not too complicated route, with no offroad bits as am using a roadbike. Ta!
Ted Striker
Foot's on the other hand
^I'd like it too!
steeeve
Well-Known Member
This site is great:
https://sites.google.com/site/cyclingroutes/London-to-Brighton-bike-ride/
I've done that route several times in both directions and always enjoy it.
braindancer
not for long
https://www.strava.com/routes/2040428 - this route is extremely similar to the one I had posted about. I did this route last summer - and very nice it was too....
steeeve
Well-Known Member
braindancer
not for long
No Beacon? That's cheating
Agreed - although still a pretty steep finish - and the route can easily be amended to head over the Beacon should you wish
.Ditchling is definitely the more satisfying finish!
steeeve
Well-Known Member
Agreed - although still a pretty steep finish - and the route can easily be amended to head over the Beacon should you wish
Ditchling is definitely the more satisfying finish!
The descent from there down to Brighton is ace. I once clocked 47mph before bottling it and slowing down
