George

ok Glen. Don’t think we have the bodies for a full Dunoon so meet you 09:30 at club rooms. Can sort a route on the day.

What’s the thinking for Sunday? Forecast looks like maybe a bit damp but mild with light winds. I’ve got a free pass and intend to make the most of it. Anyone fancy a long ride? Maybe Dunoon with lunch at Sheila’s or that extortionate cafe/shop we went to last time? I’m up for anything but would prefer just the one ferry. If it’s hosing it down we can stay closer to home. Thoughts?

Sorry, flying to Spain with Mr XXXX that day.

Nice wee autumnal spin today. Thoroughly enjoyable. Cheers guys!

Yes

Hasta la pasta

Hello, I’m hoping to make my long awaited comeback this weekend. Would there be any objection to a lumpy Largs? Fairlie Moor, Largs, Brisbane & Whinn. Thinking that when, rather than if, I get pumped out, I won’t be too far from a train station with a defribulator.

Ian, Glennifer Braes very busy. You should try Auchenlodement Rd. much quieter.

I’m sure mine is from the youth range. Only the sleeves fit.

It’ll be all stretched to XL by now

Richie, you can borrow mine-it’s a new style one.

If you don’t like it ride with your own club. All 2 of you. Does that constitute a chain “gang”?

I agree. Some of his previous Arran excursions have been mired in controversy. Allegations (made by me) of illegal pacing, taxis, e-bikes and bribing cal-mac employees have left him with little credibility (in my eyes) he’s pure shady.

Chung, are you any good with lawn mowers?

Unintentional class. I just ooze it x

This is how it should look.

Dunno about tracky bottoms but the hoodies were ordered from Canterbury by Greig Sandison. Love mine although not much left of the cuffs due to the dug. Would defo buy another.

I’m sure hallucinations aren’t part of my condition?

Hi people, the title of my post might have set alarm bells ringing. Sorry for that. So.... I’ve not been well for the past 3-4 years. Up & down. Making bad choices then punishing myself for it. Caught in a loop. Eventually went to get help. Basically l, I had a really bad experience when I was young that I hidaway from.Denied it happened. Beat myself up for it. Eventually, I sought help. I was referred to a councillor and a CBT therapist. I won’t lie, having to discuss my issues and experiences was brutal. Why am I telling you this? Because if I hadn’t I probably wouldn’t be here. Things got so bad that, what I thought was my salvation, “cycling” became toxic. Watching my weight, training, trying to keep up &, as life unravelled, being dropped was very crushing. I saw cycling as being my validation but it became a pressure & a stressor. Thanks to mental health professionals & some very good friends in the club who have given me council, I’m on the mend. Thanks, guys. I’m still cycling but for now I’m just going out when I feel like it. I’m also eating like a horse with no qualms or worries about “racing weight” I never raced much anyway! Why am I posting this? We live in a society that is so driven by aspiration and the need to “get on” and compete. I’ve come to the conclusion that after my experiences I’m just lucky to be here. I’m quite proud to be alive. So my message is- if you are struggling, don’t be ashamed to seek help and if you think a friend is struggling don’t shy away from asking if they are ok. you just might savesomeone’s life. If you are struggling and looking for help, message me. I might not have the answers but I can signpost you to people who can help you. It’s ok not to be ok!

On current form, everywhere.

Charlie, I’ve closed the Facebook messenger group for this now. Now that our secret is out you can post up on here. Good while it lasted.

The Jim Daly or Largs 30

Don’t let that put you off. He’s a good winch.

Yes subject to guarantees over getting a sleep

Well done indeed. Jan, please note that I had already paid my own tribute in the more appropriate road race section-just sayin. Without order there is chaos. I have informed the committee anonymously. As is the new norm.