williecosh Posted January 24, 2011 Report Share Posted January 24, 2011 The '30 milers' are going to Argyll on Sunday; probably Strachur and back (about 36 easy miles; nae hills). The game plan is to meet at McInroy Point, Gourock for 10 am. So far the cast is: Jonathan, Mary, Iain MacAuley, Stevie, Kenny Mac and James (both possibles) et moi. You newbies who are looking to do your first run are more than welcome, that's what this group is for, and anybody else. We hope we can get about 12 riders in this bunch, at least. Johnny and I are going to try and arrange transport for riders and bikes from the clubhouse to the ferry (and back) for those who need it, so let me know in plenty of time if you're going from Johnstone with us, or meeting us at the ferry. We would need to leave at 9 am from the club in the vehicles. We think we can arrange transport for 12 riders, so first come first served. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain M Posted January 24, 2011 Report Share Posted January 24, 2011 Nice one I am at a Burns supper the night before but i will try to keep the whisky only for the haggis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted January 25, 2011 Life Members Report Share Posted January 25, 2011 Hi Willy, I hope you don't mind, I just posted on the "long run Sunday" to suggest heading over to Dunoon for a run to hopefully meet up with the 30milers at Struchar for tea and cake, then joining you guys for the return leg back to the ferry. Then again, they might just do something completely different, like going to Largs. Cheers Chung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williecosh Posted January 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 25, 2011 Sounds great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.yeoman Posted January 26, 2011 Report Share Posted January 26, 2011 as an aging unfit slightly overweight returner can I join you? I can fit 4/5 in the car if need be - 2 or maybe 3 bikes on the rear carrier - probably best if you dont mind a scratch or 2 and another 1 or 2 in the boot of you take the front wheel off. I am offering the car as that way someone will have to wait for me to get a lift home? I will be coming from Erskine if anyone wants picked up on the way to clubrooms. if it doesnt hurt too much I may even pay club fees Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Cowden Posted January 26, 2011 Report Share Posted January 26, 2011 Looks like it is shaping up to be a good day! See you Sunday - looking forward to it. M Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaveP Posted January 26, 2011 Report Share Posted January 26, 2011 Willie, I will be out for this, aiming to cycle down to the ferry, will be leaving Houston at 8.30 Dave Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Posted January 26, 2011 Report Share Posted January 26, 2011 Hi guys, I will be back home for the weekend and would like to tag along for the run - as long as it's an easy pace - if that's okay. Frank Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted January 26, 2011 Life Members Report Share Posted January 26, 2011 Greetings Frankie boy, How's are you? Good to see you making a return to the Joansin! Even just for the weekend. Hope to catch up with you at Strachor for a wee chat over tea and bacon roll! Cheers Chung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pedalpusher Posted January 27, 2011 Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 would like to have joined in but came of the bike on tuesday .broke my wrist and a few stitches in the face so please put a few miles in for me i know im going to miss out on a good run brian k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted January 27, 2011 Life Members Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Sorry to hear about your injury, Brian! Hope you have a speedy recovery and be back on the bike again very soon. All the best. Regards Chung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2024 Subscriptions Darryl Gunson Posted January 27, 2011 2024 Subscriptions Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 would like to have joined in but came of the bike on tuesday .broke my wrist and a few stitches in the face so please put a few miles in for me i know im going to miss out on a good run brian k Sorry to hear about that Brian. Get well soon. Darryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul C Posted January 27, 2011 Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Brian, Sorry to hear about your crash. Hope you heal quickly and are back with us soon. Paul C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kenny Christie Posted January 27, 2011 Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 I don't believe I've met you Brian but sorry to hear about your spill. Hope your back on your bike soon, all the best for a speedy recovery. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Richard Posted January 27, 2011 Members Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Hard lines, Brian. Hope you heal up quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
a.yeoman Posted January 27, 2011 Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Brian - dont think I've met you either but hope the pain isn't too bad. Cant believe no one has asked how your bike is - how rude hope you are both ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions charlie p Posted January 27, 2011 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Brian Hope you have a speedy recovery. You should be alright on the turbo so hope to see you next Tuesday Cheers Charlie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williecosh Posted January 27, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 27, 2011 Unlucky Brian. Get well soon and get to the turbo session next week if you feel up to it. We missed you this week, big man. This is the perfect run for returners and beginners to bunch riding. Kenny Mac, James, Johnny, Greg, Iain Cowden, Charlie, Bill and Kenny Christie took me on this one last January, for my first bunch run in 30 years - if I can do it, anyone can! I think everybody loves the run down Loch Eck, so get along. The fact that the bunches should converge at Strachur is a bonus too. Young Josh is joining the 30 milers and it is Johnny's intention to bring the school minibus down to the clubhouse; it can take 7 riders and their bikes. I will do a final check on numbers on Friday night/Saturday night. Kenny and James will need to make a last minute decision whether they're going or not, by necessity, so we hope they can make it. I'll take my car too if needed; another three riders and their bikes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul C Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 I am not sure reading the posts exactly where we are going. I am looking for 60 - 70 miles and like Chung wil drive to Bishopton. Chung - I parked on the main street oppsoite the Coop last time. I assume it would be about 09:10 departure if the bridge group is meeting at 9. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hickey Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 I am not sure reading the posts exactly where we are going.I am looking for 60 - 70 miles and like Chung wil drive to Bishopton. Chung - I parked on the main street oppsoite the Coop last time. I assume it would be about 09:10 departure if the bridge group is meeting at 9. Paul - the Bishopton, Strachur loop via Rest and Be Thankful is c90 miles. I won't manage that distance and am thinking Plan B may be club rooms (or Lochwinnoch ?) to Gourock for Ferry over to Hunters Quay and then Lock Eck to Strachur. Returning same way gives a failry flat mileage of about 75. I think there are a few posters on the other thread who may be happier with a shorter distance too. Joining up with the Bunch at Strachur would be ideal. Maybe ? Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l80own Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 That sounds like a good idea to me 2. Not sure If I would manage the full 90 but around 75 would just about be max for me at the moment. Let me know if your leaving from the clubroom or lochwinnoch and what time and I'll join you Lindsay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williecosh Posted January 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 Ok team, pay attention! Who would like a lift to the ferry from the clubhouse, leaving at 9am sharp? I think the list so far is: Mary, Josh, Iain & Claire, Stevie, Johnny and me. Who would like to meet us at the ferry (10 am) for the Strachur and back run (36 miles approx)? I'll compile the final list (sort of) tomorrow evening. Cheers, W. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
l80own Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 Willie ill be cycling down to the ferry and join you from the run Lindsay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williecosh Posted January 28, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 Hi Lindsey, I think that means: Mary, Josh, Iain & Claire, Stevie, Johnny and me from the clubhouse. And, I think: Lindsey and Davy P at the ferry. Keep those entries coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Hickey Posted January 28, 2011 Report Share Posted January 28, 2011 That sounds like a good idea to me 2. Not sure If I would manage the full 90 but around 75 would just about be max for me at the moment. Let me know if your leaving from the clubroom or lochwinnoch and what time and I'll join you Lindsay Either suits me - maybe see who else pitches in for this option and their preferred set-off point (would be slightly shorter if we went from Lochwinnoch). I didn't particularly want an early start (had one of those every day this week..) so 0915 or 0930 at set-off point would be ideal but I'll work around others. Would mean we wouldn't make the 1000 Ferry with Willie and team but we'd hook up at the cafe and could ride back to the Ferry together. Close off arrangements tomorrow ? Brian Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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