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Well done guys, quite fancy having a go at this one at some point. Jody

Not sure if I'll fit it in before the track closes for the games due to work etc. if I get the chance as soon as possible.

Just a wee update, I had to cancel my accred 1 in April due to illness but went to the SCHV this morning and did the session. I think it would be fair to say it was one of the best bits of fun I've had on the bike. Can't wait to book the second session and get back out on the track. For anyone that's not tried it. Do it now ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘

Good luck tomo, hope it's not too windy up there.

Well that was another very enjoyable day out on the bike (well the morning anyway). Felt quite strong and think i put in a bit much effort in the morning as I was thinking of throwing in the towel and not going back out for the afternoon. I had registered for the full route so wouldn't have sat well with me to chuck it so went back out. Really enjoyed the afternoon (even the Mennock pass) until the slog next to the motorway, the headwind just about killed my legs. After all that made it to the finish with 103 miles on the Garmin so happy with that. Quick drive up the road and then out to a 40th. Managed to stay awake and found another type of Peroni that's 6.6% (not just my legs that are sore today). Glad everyone seemed to enjoy it and thanks for all the words of encouragement each time you all passed (it does seem to help on those hills) Jody

Hello everyone, Thanks for one of the best days I have had on the bike. A friend from work (Michael) joined us for the ride today and from his experience and the friendly atmosphere, not to mention Chungs sales pitch I think we could have a new member. With Drumlanrig fast approaching I have been trying to get the miles in but with other distractions lengthy runs were few and far between. Maximum of 58 before today. Set out this morning with the intention of meeting the rest at the bottom of the Clune but we were making good time and got to the Ferry in time for the 930 one. Didn't have to wait long to be met by an impressively large bunch. Once on Dunoon I, and 5 others opted for the middle route, there was a climb before splitting from the main bunch that I think just about killed me. As I reached the top and everyone patiently waiting Daryll was taking a pic or video of me approaching. If you can PM me this (just to see the look on my face either happy to have made it to the top or happy to be alive. The long slow drag towards Strachur was pretty brutal but rewarded by a high speed decent which we all thoroughly enjoyed. A wee cafe stop and then back down the side of Loch Eck. Thanks to Paul and Andrew for their long spells at the front and helping with the run back in to Dunoon. Once back in Gourock it was a quick run along the A8 until we left the other 4 at the foot of the Clune. Michael and I headed back to Renfrew via Bishopton. Ended up with 93.7 miles on the Garmin. Made me feel a lot better about Drumlanrig next week. Greg, great idea about the run and hope as a club we can do this type of thing more often, also a thanks to everyone for making my friend feel so welcome, he's been raving about it since. Jody

Chung, I think that would be great idea to keep the group together as much as possible. From memory a large group round those roads was quite something and it certainly took the average of the 30 milers and intermediates within it up quite a bit the last time (didn't seem like a lot more effort). Jody

Jann that would be great thanks Craig, a friend from work is also planning on coming along so we will be leaving Renfrew and just heading for the Westferry. No doubt catch you on route. Jody

Thanks for the reply guys, was just seeing if there was any route that I could see on Google before hand. If anyone knows and doesn't mind posting up that would be great. If not I'll enjoy the magical mystery tour (without the LSD). Chung I'll aim to be at bottom of the Clune for about 9 and just keep going, pretty confident you guys will catch us. Anyone heading from Renfrew through Bishy ? Last question I promise, can anyone post the location of the shop with cheap Ferry tickets. Thinking nearest street reference (or name of the shop). I was late the last time and just about had to throw my bike on and jump on myself and pay top dollar for my fare. Oh that was a long post Jody

Not too sure of roads etc over that side of the water so if someone could post up options so I can have a look at the map that would help a great deal. I seem to remember a route we did a couple of years ago, some of the Paisley Velo boys came along and we climbed a few hills with a nice decent in to Otter Bay(???) and then a nice roll along the waterside before a cafe stop. After this it was the run back in to Dunoon along the loch side on some crackin road surface. Again not sure what the options are but this was certainly a good route. Also if it's the 10am ferry, what time is everyone looking at being at the bottom of the Clune ? Thanks Jody

Excellent idea Greg, Any other 30 milers or Intermediates going for this ? Fancy getting a long run in especially with Drumlanrig only 6 days after this. In anticipation Jody

Alan, Billy, Boyd, Thanks for all the tips. I'll get myself along nice and sharp on the night. As per Boyds update, if anyone else has any tips about do's or don'ts then I'm happy to listen. I'd rather not be the one that everyone is laughing at. Jody

Hope you are doing ok Chung, all the best in your recovery. I bet you're back out in no time ðŸ‘ðŸ‘ðŸ‘

Hello, I am just looking for a wee bit of advice. Finally managed to book a place on the accreditation 1 session in April after a few 5am alarm calls with no joy. Can anyone tell me what if anything I need to do before hand. Planning on using one of the hire bikes. Do I need to organise shoes, pedals etc. do I need to let them know before hand of my intention to hire ? Also how early do I need to go before the start of the session for bike fit etc or is that part of the session. Sorry for all the questions but I have absolutely no idea about the track but can't wait to have a blast at it. Jody

First outing on the bike for a while and really enjoyed it bar my snapped spoke and 2 punctures within about 3 miles of each other. Forgive me if I've got any names wrong but thanks to Mike for staying back with me and the expert knowledge from the two Ian's, Al and Kenny (who past at the second puncture stop) to get my bike going again so I could finish the last 20 miles or so. I'll get the pints in if I see you out and about. As for Kenny I should have asked at the time but what kind of pump is it you had today, think mine is getting lobbed in favour of that one ðŸ‘ðŸ‘👠Jody Ps thanks to all for organising, it was first shot at the Don Smith but won't be my last.