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    George reacted to ginty001 in Arran - Again !   
    After 4 laps of Arran it would be a hospital I'd need rather than a hotel 🤕
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    George reacted to thejanullrichdietplan in Arran - Again !   
    Could do 68+56+50 (Figure 8 going over the String, a normal lap then a lap taking the Ross shortcut)
     
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    George reacted to stuart10ant in Arran - Again !   
    Book a hostel post post covid, see how many can do it, and if anyone stops short they can get the dinner on
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    George reacted to P McDonald in Arran - Again !   
    Update on this thread and the banter on the WhatsApp thread,
    Been time limited this week but investigating RGT it looks like you need to subscribe in order to upload a route. I thought I would suss out the free version first to see how it works.
    On the subject of a UA, basically the established 20mph challenge for the SA and DA is the exact same for a TA or QA, ie you need to average 20mph from when you get off the boat to get back on. I reckon 2 challenges might qualify for a UA,
    1) Just doing 4 laps in a day regardless of time, you would need to stay overnight as if you don't average 20mph for the 224 miles then you can't do the ferry thing in a day.
    2) Perhaps a better one would be a 50TA, this would be 3 laps of 50 miles over the Ross so 150 miles and the target speed to catch the ferry would be 18mph. I reckon this would work out harder than a DA.
    So there you go George, if you are looking for an Ultra Arran the scene is set ….
     
     
     
     
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    George reacted to AlanT in Virtual Reliability rides   
    Since we’re unlikely to get out for the February reliability runs, even if the weather is ok, I’ve put a bit of thought into how we could do these on Zwift.
    I’m thinking 4 runs on successive Sundays in February, 65, 80, 95 and 110km, 3 groups, cruising at 2, 2.5 and 3 W/kg, setting off 15 minutes apart. No cafe stops, bring your own post run refreshments.
    Happy to take on board adjustments to the format.
     
    Anyone interested?
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    George reacted to DavieB in Farewell   
    HI all, swithered over posting this at fear of being a bit ostentatious but lately find being open and honest having a cathartic effect and don't want to just disappear into the ether. I won't be rejoining or out on club runs anymore as I have been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. Still to start chemo but the future does not look too bright in terms of time left and quality of life and just really hoping for a year covid free in the camper van and have just ordered gravel e-bike so trying to meet it head on.
    Bit ironic to be hit with this as just really got mentally over having cancer when I was 8 following some counselling early this year - this kind of explains my somewhat distant nature and always being on the periphery of things. As George said recently if you need help get help just talking about things can really help.
    Anyways enjoy life, free yourself from power meters and just ride your bikes.
    A final request I have found looking at photos of happier times helps so if anybody has any photos of trips which feature me I would be grateful if you could send to [email protected] as I would like to create some photo books for when I am no longer around.
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    George reacted to EricL in Covid19 Update - January 2021   
    I expect that the majority of JWCC membership will already be fully aware of the latest Scottish Government lockdown guidance and restrictions associated with life at Tier 4. In simple terms - stay at home except for essential purposes, Police Scotland is legally enforcing the measures, for the weeks (months?) ahead.
    Exercise is permitted in certain circumstances and close to your local area. British Cycling and Scottish Cycling have confirmed their positions on this and I have below lifted extracts from their web pages to assist any of our membership who choose to venture outside on their bikes at this time.
    It remains the case that it is not possible for JWCC to safely run any events or organise group riding while there are such restrictions in place.
    Stay local, keep riding, and come back smiling
    While winter is often a trickier time to stay active due to the cold weather and short days, it’s a vital tool for safeguarding our physical and mental wellbeing during what is set to be another challenging few weeks ahead. Although the restrictions have been tightened, riders are still encouraged to get out and enjoy some fresh air – whether that’s for daily exercise or essential journeys.
    Mainland Scotland is at Level 4 and will now have to follow enhanced guidance including;
     
    Household rules now apply to all activity (no sports bubble at Level 4) i.e. 2 people from a maximum of 2 households only. Sport can continue but it will be for a maximum of 2 people together unless under 12 years as they do not count towards the total (so more can take part).  Travel is restricted (as previously) but with ‘stay at home’ the key message and this has been put into law from midnight on 4 January 2020. There are however exemptions for sport, exercise and recreation and participants can still travel up to 5 miles from the boundary of a LA to take part in informal exercise such as walking, running, golf or cycling as long they abide by the rules on meeting other households noted above e.g. 2 adults from maximum of 2 households. Please ensure that you have reviewed the latest Scottish Government guidance if planning to take part in informal rides during this period.
    Do your bit to minimise the risk of Coronavirus spreading by abiding with this guidance, the restrictions will not last forever.
    With thanks,
    Eric (Covid coordinator for JWCC) 
      
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    George reacted to EricL in Covid Update 04/12/2020 - Ride restrictions   
    Another update has been published by Scottish Cycling today, well spotted George, I've lifted the extract below directly from the SC website and invite all members and social cycling friends to take the latest information on board. There is also a handy note on what differentiates an informal ride to a formal one.  Another update will no doubt be along soon enough! With thanks, Eric.
    What has changed in the most recent update?
    The latest update to the Protection Levels Framework was made on Friday 4th December 2020. This update included the following:
    For informal cycling, at Level 3 and 4, the Travel guidance was updated to: 'travel is permitted up to 5 miles outwith a Level 3/4 area to start your ride, as long as your ride starts and finishes in the same place. At Level 3 and 4 for organised (formal) cycling for Adults (18+), an additional statement was added to the Travel section to provide the following clarity: 'club activity (such as group rides) must remain within the boundaries of the Local Authority'. In the Coaching and Leading section, changes to what is permissible with regards to the delivery of British Cycling Education courses across all Levels. Detail of what is permissible at each level is outlined within the Protection Levels Framework. What is the difference between informal cycling and organised (formal) cycling activity?
    Informal cycling is defined as cycling where there is NOT a Covid-19 Coordinator involved in the planning or delivery of the ride. Activities falling under this category, must comply with the restrictions which exist within wider society for outdoor socialising.
    Organised (formal) cycling is defined by the involvement of a Covid-19 Coordinator in the planning or delivery of the ride. Activities falling under this category, are able to take place with bigger group sizes as outlined in the Protection Levels Framework.
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    George got a reaction from martin in Covid Update 01/12/2020 - Travel   
    Thanks, Eric. I hope the fact they will now be breaking the law resonates with those who until now have chosen not to comply with a reasonable request to tweak their cycling activities. 
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    George got a reaction from XXX in Covid Update 01/12/2020 - Travel   
    Thanks, Eric. I hope the fact they will now be breaking the law resonates with those who until now have chosen not to comply with a reasonable request to tweak their cycling activities. 
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    George reacted to EricL in Covid Update 01/12/2020 - Travel   
    Important
    Within the last hour I have received the following update on travel, i.e. ride, restrictions from Scottish Cycling and SportScotland, the same is posted by Scottish Cycling on their Facebook page. The guidance on travel has now passed into law and will have a significant impact on many potential club rides at all levels. The legislation on travel restrictions also applies to informal social rides (non-club activity) of up to two households. Group sizes remain as before i.e. up to seven on a club organised bunch ride. With thanks, Eric
    Dear Covid-19 Coordinator,    I hope that this email finds you well.  I have less positive news today I am afraid. Following the introduction and subsequent passage of the legislation on Travel in the Scottish Parliament, sportscotland has now provided an update to all SGBs on what this legislation means for sport.   In essence: For Adults, living in Level 3 or 4 areas, you cannot travel outside of your Local Authority area for club activity. This includes club rides, which must stay within the boundary of the LA. For Children and Young People (U18) at Level 4 areas, you cannot travel outside of your Local Authority area for club activity. The 5 mile rule only now applies to recreational/informal activity which must adhere to the 6 from 2 households rule. Coaches/MTB/Ride Leaders continue to remain exempt from the travel legislation and can move freely across all levels. Full Protection Levels Framework document including these updates can be found here.    
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    George reacted to EricL in Covid19 update 03/11/2020   
    We have now received the latest guidance for cycling activities.  
    There are significant changes, and much to absorb, in the attached documents.
    The documents contain all of the information relating to the SG publicised Tier Level structure per local authority. For now, we should focus on Tier 3 guidance. One interesting development appears to be the ability to cross local authority boundaries. That said, the restriction for club rides at Tier Level 3 looks like max 6 riders, from unlimited households (up to 6). Social i.e. non-club rides are permitted at up to 6 riders from 2 households.
    Please click on the links at the foot of this message for full details.
         
    Scottish Cycling
    Following the introduction of Scotland’s Strategic Framework, Scottish Cycling have updated our guidance for cycling activity to reflect the level of activity which can take place within each protection level. Protection levels for local authorities are reviewed on a weekly basis and the level applicable to your local authority can be found here   
    The Scottish Government has recognised the importance of Sport and Physical Activity to supporting the nation’s health, and, while this is extremely welcome, we must all play our part in ensuring that we adhere to the guidance laid out in this document – all of which has been approved by sportscotland, the national agency for sport, on behalf of the Scottish Government.  
     
    Overview Document https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/zuvvi/media/Scottish_Cycling_Protection_Levels_.pdf   Clubs and Activities https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/zuvvi/media/SCCANov.pdf
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    George got a reaction from XXX in Saturday 31st Oct Zwift ride   
    It follows you everywhere 😂
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    George reacted to Jannza in £8 MILLION CYCLING FACILITIES FUND ANNOUNCED FOR SCOTLAND   
    https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/scotland/article/20201019-£8-Million-Cycling-Facilities-Fund-Announced-for-Scotland-0
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    George got a reaction from XXX in Saturday 3rd October 10am Zwift ride   
    Doesn’t get points as not a member!
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    George got a reaction from Gerard Deeley in Friday 2 October   
    Post your rides up, Gerrard. Quite a few folk may be up for a midweek spin 
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    George reacted to Gerard Deeley in Friday 2 October   
    This is a bit back to front but we ended up with an impromptu run with four of us today going over the Crow Road in glorious autumnal sunshine.  Details sent to our COVID-19 official, Eric to keep everything in order.  Hope to start getting some more runs on here and we can get more of us cycling as the great club we are (all within whatever grab bag of rules are in play).  George and others are doing really well keeping the main bunch running, but there must be others in the club who want to get out, but feel that the main bunch is a bit much and a more sociable pace is more their kind of thing, like we did today.
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    George got a reaction from EricL in Aberfoyle 27/09/20   
    For those not on club WhatsApp we are headed to Aberfoyle via Croftamie. Meet at Erskine Bridge 09:30hrs.
    bring your mask and stay away if you have symptoms 
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    George got a reaction from Darryl Gunson in Sunday 20th   
    See youse in morning 
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    George reacted to EricL in NHS Scotland - Protect Scotland App   
    Help reduce the spread of coronavirus, the NHS Scotland free App to download from your App Store is at the foot of the link below;
     
    https://www.nhsinform.scot/campaigns/test-and-protect 
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    George reacted to EricL in 06/09/2020 Glen Fruin   
    Hi Iain, weather turned out well for you, looked like a good brisk ride.
    I read above that George didn't join the bunch but asked for someone to stand in as the Wheelers ride coordinator, primarily to take the track & trace register and maintain Covid protocols, who was this as I've not received a list of attendees and contact details yet?
    Looking at Strava numbers it was probably the largest bunch out in a long time, a good mix of Wheelers and guests - for the purposes of Covid track & trace that doesn't matter its the details of everyone involved is all I need.    
    Cheers,
    Eric
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    George reacted to Codg1e in 06/09/2020 Glen Fruin   
    Currently pished... never going to manage it.  Probably do 30 milers if I can get out of bed.  Luv ye’s x
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    George reacted to Richie P in 06/09/2020 Glen Fruin   
    Yip will be there 👍🏻
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    George reacted to Colin McPhee in 06/09/2020 Glen Fruin   
    Hope to make it this week 👍
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    George reacted to ginty001 in 06/09/2020 Glen Fruin   
    Hoping to be out this week.. 
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