Gerard Deeley

Really wasn't keen on that at all tonight, but at least it wasn't cold. Thanks to Iain and Graham for officiating, and well done to Billy on the PB

In for the full version....

Would be interested in the train and island version. Carol & Dave

I am planning on being there. I have some demons on Arran to deal with, though no where near as nasty as Darryl's.

Down the straight, turn left, repeat until your legs fall off, was about as much of a plan as I had.

I'm planning ahead a bit, but am keen to go and enjoy the delights of Arran before the end of the season.
 
It will be a full day out, getting the 09:45 ferry out and the 16:40 back.  Both these link to trains for anyone who doesn't want to cycle both ways and it gives us 6 hrs on the island which should be enough to do the 55 miles and have a lunch stop.  If we were to miss the 16:40 return ferry there is a contingency 19:40 ferry which is also met by a train so there's not much chance of being stranded!
 
Miller Street to the ferry is 26 miles, so that makes 107 miles in total for anyone choosing to do the whole route.
 
Meeting at Miller St. at 07:30 should give us time to get the ferry, with an expected return time about 19:30 if cycling back.
 
The ferry train leaves Johnstone at 08:54, returning at 18:28, so a bit more time in bed for anyone looking to save their energy for the island.
 
Anyone like to join in, either for the full version or just the island?
 
Note:- This trip should not be confused with any DA trips, it will not be a Team Time Trial, but there will be time to enjoy the views and the hospitality on offer on the island, as well as stopping for a few minor mechanicals should they occur!

It was nice to pop in towards the end and see you all. Especially nice to meet Sandra, maybe next time on bikes.

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Another Jerkyll & Hyde ride weather wise today, dry for the first part of the ride but pretty wet for the remainder
 
Six of us meet at the bridge early this morning - Campbell, Eric, Iain C, James, PaulL & myself set off heading toward Helensburgh, but a last minute route changed meant Campbell & Iain headed for Dunoon, but instead the 4 of us went round to Kilcreggan clockwise via the coast to climb the hill after Coulport for a fast descend back down to Farslane. The new revised route took us up Glen Fruinn to drop back down to Balloch via the loch side for a welcome café stop in Balloch.
The day had been dry with a bit of sun peaking through up to that point, but as soon as we sat down for our café feast, the rain started to fall as forecast. A long café stop due to the place being busy, but eventually we had to face the prospect of a wet ride home. So, we reluctantly donned our waterproof & made the return leg to the bridge, where upon I parted company with the guys. Hope everyone got home ok & Paul managed to catch the Ireland v France game, please don't tell me the score as I want to watch my recording proper!
 
Thanks for the wheels & company today, guys - hope Campbell & Iain didn't get caught out with the rain before the ferry!
 
155 km for me by the time I returned home - please let the weather be better next Sunday, fingers crossed!
 
Cheers
 
Chung

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Just the ticket for me today. Meeting at the clubrooms were Bill, the Cowans, myself and then the Findlays on a proper bike. On to the track where Jane and Graham were only going as far as Howwood. Chris then made good effort to catch up and then on to Lochwinnoch before leaving the track to make our way through the quieter roads to Dunlop Dairy. A return in the rain is always better with good company which was supplied in bucketloads. Home with 86km on the clock and without making my busted knee worse making another excellent outing with the Wheelers.

Sounds good to me dave if its dry in the morning il be at the clubrooms

Weather looking dry until about 1pm so how about heading to Dunlop Dairy just outside Stewarton. Can leave clubrooms and head along track to Kilbirnie, through industrial estate and cross over to MOD road to Highfield. Stewarton Road to Bloak Road to Dairy for coffee stop. Can return via Dunlop - Lugton.
Who's coming out.
Dave.

I have groped and fondled my bike back to its verdant glory but my plinking knee has forced me to be sensible* and go with the thirty milers tomorrow. Have a good run and I will be out to play another day.
 
*A new word for me I had to look up a dictionary!

I have groped and fondled my bike back to its verdant glory but my plinking knee has forced me to be sensible* and go with the thirty milers tomorrow. Have a good run and I will be out to play another day.
 
*A new word for me I had to look up a dictionary!

I have groped and fondled my bike back to its verdant glory but my plinking knee has forced me to be sensible* and go with the thirty milers tomorrow. Have a good run and I will be out to play another day.
 
*A new word for me I had to look up a dictionary!

Sorry to read of your crash Gerard. Hope all ok and you're on the mend.

It was nice to pop in towards the end and see you all. Especially nice to meet Sandra, maybe next time on bikes.

It was nice to pop in towards the end and see you all. Especially nice to meet Sandra, maybe next time on bikes.

Gerard, that's a bummer Take it easy & see you out again very soon! Cheers Chung

Hi All,
 
Spoke to Paul Levy earlier & we're both keen to get out this sunday despite mix weather report, chances of rain later on in the afternoon but hay ....... at least it'll be warm rain :-)
 
Anyway, destination Dunoon
 
Bridge - Dumbarton - Helensborough - Whistlefield - Arrachor - Rest - Hell's Glen (optional) - Struchar - Loch Erk - Dunoon - Ferry - West Ferry - Home.
 
100 miles no less I guess :-)
 
All company welcome - how about an early start say 8.30am meet at the bridge!
 
​Cheers
 
Chung

A massive well done and congratulations to Katie Archibald, daughter of Ian Archibald, on her being named in a 26-strong Team GB cycling team for the Rio Olympics.
 
Nice one Katie, and the best of luck for Rio.