Dennis Posted May 10, 2010 Report Share Posted May 10, 2010 Morag has asked me to find out how many people will be coming on Sunday, for the purpose of gauging the right amount of goodies. She insists that you will have to do the run to qualify. So, for a latest headcount, can those who will be taking part in this run please post to confirm. The more the merrier! Richard, I'm very sorry that you are not able to come on this run since the date was changed. The weather forecast indicates that the wind will change to the west, and it will be a bit warmer, by the end of the week... Thanks for your help. Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Cowden Posted May 10, 2010 Report Share Posted May 10, 2010 Hi Dennis I'm in - wasn't able to last year so I'm looking forward to it. Lived out that way for about 12 years so it will be a trip down a few memory lanes for me! See you Sunday. Thanks Iain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny Christie Posted May 10, 2010 Report Share Posted May 10, 2010 Yep, Im in too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted May 10, 2010 Report Share Posted May 10, 2010 I'm in... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Richard Posted May 11, 2010 Members Report Share Posted May 11, 2010 No sweat, Dennis. Maybe next time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin H Posted May 11, 2010 Report Share Posted May 11, 2010 Dennis, I intend to be there however will only know for sure on Saturday afternoon (work always seems to get in the way ). Hopefully see you all on Sunday. Colin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnCarrigan Posted May 12, 2010 Report Share Posted May 12, 2010 I'm up for this! John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted May 12, 2010 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 12, 2010 I'll be along for ths one too Ian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2010 Hi guys, This year's social ride will again bring together seasoned cyclists from Royal Albert and Johnstone Wheelers. It will tour the Clyde and Tweed Valleys, and we'll see some very attractive countryside and views. This year, the route will be similar to the 2007 edition. Starting at Blackwood Hall at 9.30am, we'll make our way to Auchenheath, Kirkfieldbank, Byretown, Douglas Water, Crookboat, Carmichael, Tinto, Thankerton, Biggar, Broughton, Dreva, Stobo, Meldons, Eddleston, Peebles and will stop for lunch at The Hub Mountain Bike cafe at Glentress. On the return journey, we'll cross the Tweed and take in Cardrona, Peebles, Cademuir Hill, Manor Water, Lyne, Stobo, Rachan Mill, Broughton (Cafe stop), Kilbucho, Coulter, Symmington, Wiston, Rigside, Happendon and Lesmahagow, before arriving back at Blackwood. The significant climbs of the day will be at Kirkfieldbank, Dreva, Meldons, Kilbucho and Wiston, with one or two smaller ones in between. Tea, coffee, soup, cakes and biccies will afterwards be laid on, as usual, at Blackwood. There will be a few sections of tarmac which would be unrecognisable to the late Mr McAdam, so two spare tubes and at least 80% tyre pressures might be advisable... See you on Sunday! Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted May 14, 2010 Report Share Posted May 14, 2010 Anyone want a lift? I'm travelling to Blackwood with my brother John but have space for a third person in my car (plus a space for your bike on the roof-rack) if anyone's interested.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions martin Posted May 14, 2010 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 14, 2010 Hope the snow and hail eases up for everyone on this jaunt! I'll be driving some of the young team up to Dundee for a regional race school on the track this Sunday so can't join in. Have a good one, M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2764 Posted May 14, 2010 Report Share Posted May 14, 2010 I wouldn't mind coming along, but it would be longest ride in a while, so bit concerned about pace? What sort of average speed are we looking at? James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2010 James, The average speed is usually about 16/17mph, so you'll be fine. The whole aim of this annual run is to keep the group together, and for everyone to help each other to finish as freshly at the end as at the start. Martin, sorry you can't make as I can still hear you shout 'wow' as we suddenly looked down on the Clyde Valley from a great height! Bring the youngsters next year. By jove, when I was young, ...... Tony, thanks for offering to bring a rider over. Despite what Martin says, the hailstones will be warm. Actually, the weather is surely turning in our favour now. Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted May 15, 2010 Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 I hope to be along for this. Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 It'll be great to see you Frank. There will be a support vehicle, so if anyone wants to bring a picnic and tartan rug.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 15, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2010 Forgot to say, there will be about 20 riders in the bunch - plenty place for me to hide. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James2764 Posted May 16, 2010 Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 Dennis, Thanks for a well organised day out really enjoyed the ride and the company, hope to be back next year. Thanks also to Morag for her hospitality afterwards, much needed and much appreciated. James Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny Christie Posted May 16, 2010 Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 Yeah, likewise. Thanks alot to you and to Morag, Dennis. It was a good day out and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions martin Posted May 16, 2010 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 Well, how were the hailstones? We had warm weather further north. I managed a very fine (if lazy) 60 along the banks of the Tay today, while the youngsters did 5 hours on the Dundee track. (They certainly worked harder than me ). Maybe get some of them along next year, Martin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted May 16, 2010 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 Great day and not a a hailstone in sight, cracking route, cracking company and a lovely wee feast at the finish, thanks to Dennis and Morag..... Cheers Ian....... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Cowden Posted May 16, 2010 Report Share Posted May 16, 2010 As others have said - many thanks indeed Dennis and Morag for a great day out in fine company. One indeed to come back for! The farm by Auchenheath where I lived so many years ago is called Nethertown (Newkayes Road), the cottage (which has been extended since) is called (now) Netherwood. The day I drove nostagia down! Many thanks again. Iain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted May 17, 2010 Report Share Posted May 17, 2010 Just like to offer my thanks also to Morag and Dennis for an absolutely fantastic day. The route was superb and the company even better. Great to see a good sized bunch sweeping through gorgeous countryside on quiet roads. A classic ride. As usual, Morag did us proud with a superb feast upon our return and believe me, food never tasted so good! Thanks again guys. It was a wonderful day out. Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Posted May 19, 2010 Report Share Posted May 19, 2010 Brilliant day out Dennis and thank you very much to you and Morag for your hospitality. I am planning a social ride of my own on 13th June if you are interested: http://johnstone-wheelers.co.uk/phpBB2/ ... 3166#23166 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 20, 2010 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2010 Thanks for the great run, everyone, and Morag and I hope to see you next year too. Report and pics on: http://www.royal-albertcc.com/club-run-reports/ http://www.royal-albertcc.com/gallery/b ... -may-2010/ Please feel free to add your own memories at the bottom of the report... Ian ©, I passed Nethertown cottage today on a bike run - great view from there and lots of hills about! Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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