Dennis Posted March 24, 2015 Report Share Posted March 24, 2015 8th Edition of the popular Blackwood to Peebles and Back 100 miler - Sunday 14th June 2015 Hi All, Blackwood, Biggar, Meldons, Peebles (lunch at Scots Pine Café Eddleston or Glentress – any preferences?) Blackwood - Morag’s Café, Vere Road, Blackwood for grub afterwards, as usual. Starting at 9am sharp. The bits in between have yet to be decided. Big hills? Maybe ayes, maybe naws. In this run, the group traditionally keeps together (or tries to!) which allows a simple, enjoyable run for the ‘veterans of long runs’ and a safe haven for newbys who want to try riding a 100 miles. As usual, Johnstone Wheelers are being cordially invited to join with me along with the Royal Albert CC. More information nearer the time. Meantime, dig out the diary. Hope to see a large contingent of the Wheelers! Dennis chung 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iain Cowden Posted May 16, 2015 Report Share Posted May 16, 2015 Hi Dennis - hope things are well with you! Thanks as ever for this. I had delayed posting as I was unsure as to holiday plans ,but is now clear I will be away that week-end and unable to make it. Real shame, as it is always a highlight of my cycling year! Hope the weather smiles on you all and have a great day! Iain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al yuille Posted May 17, 2015 Report Share Posted May 17, 2015 Never yet made this one Dennis but all being well will see you this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted May 19, 2015 Author Report Share Posted May 19, 2015 Sunday 14th June – 8th Edition, Blackwood to Peebles & Back 100 mile run. Meet Blackwood School car park, Southfield Road, Blackwood from 8.30am Leaving at 9am sharp Route – Blackwood, Auchenheath, Kirkfieldbank, the Gilchrist, Sandielands, Crookboat, Carmichael, Tinto, Thankerton, Biggar, Broughton, Dreva, Stobo, Meldons, Eddleston, Rosetta, Peebles, Glentress, Cardrona, Peebles, Cademuir, Manor Water, Lynn Station, Stobo, Drumelzier, Rachan Mill, Broughton, Kilbucho, Symington, Wiston, Rigside, Happendon, the new-old A74, Blackwood. This route can be seen on http://gb.mapometer.com/ - login using my email [email protected] with password ‘peeblesrun’. Grub laid on at Mo’s Café, 4 Vere Road, Blackwood, as soon as we get back. Lunch – Peel Café, Glentress (50 miles into the run). I’ve never been there before, but Ian Broadhurst recommends it, so it must be good. Optional coffee stops – Biggar (23 miles) on the way out and Broughton on the way back (72 miles). Decide on the day. 5 main climbs – the Gilchrist, Dreva, Meldons, Kilbucho & Wiston/Rigside. In this run, the group traditionally keeps together which allows a simple, enjoyable run for the ‘veterans of long runs’ and a safe haven for newbys who want to try riding a 100 miles. The average speed will be 14/5mph. We always try to help each other to get back feeling as fresh as the day we started - and know wot, it usually works! As usual, Johnstone Wheelers are most welcome to join us. The only charge for the day will be for what you buy at the café stops. I have it on good authority that the weather will be good. It has to be, It’s June isn’t it? Post here if you’re coming, and please remember that this is a social run, not a fast bunch with tails up. On that basis, the more the merrier! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted May 20, 2015 Life Members Report Share Posted May 20, 2015 Hello Dennis, Thanks for posting/inviting us for the run, always a great ride no matter what the weather. The company, route, scenery & of course Morag's feast afterward are top notch! All being well, I'll be coming for this one! I'll confirm for sure near the time if that's ok, but highly likely to make it this year :-) Cheers Chung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions martin Posted May 21, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 21, 2015 Hi Dennis, unfortunately that's the same day as the Scottish crit champs and already committed (not to ride, mind!) here's hoping for good weather and enjoy your run. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted June 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 8, 2015 Hi Folks, For those who are able to come over on Sunday, it will be great to see you. Just to say, however, that there have been two changes that you should be aware of. 1. The departure time is now 8.30am, and you should aim to arrive at about 8am. 2. There has been a change to the route, which can be seen on http://gb.mapometer.com/cycling/route_4101431.html. The revised route involves fewer big climbs but is by no means flat! The more the merrier! Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted June 11, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 11, 2015 For info, big bunch so far of about 20 and a forecast of a wee bit of sun, no rain and a light wind. When did you last ride 100 miles in such a big bunch which will stay together with the aim of everyone getting round and back to Mo's cafe at the same time? It would be good to see some Johnstone jerseys floating through the Borders once more! :-) Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted June 12, 2015 Life Members Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Hi Dennis, Campbell Hutcheson & myself will be coming along to join in the fun. See you on Sunday! Cheers Chung Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions ginty001 Posted June 12, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Have fun all.... Sorry I can't make it Dennis, will be up in (hopefully) sunny Perthshire ........ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted June 12, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Hi Dennis, Looks like a great day on the bike, I will come along with Chung and Campbell Cheers Paul chung 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al yuille Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Will be there Dennis PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted June 12, 2015 Life Members Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Hi Dennis, Looks like a great day on the bike, I will come along with Chung and Campbell Cheers Paul Will be there Dennis Chaps, remember the earlier start 8.30am! See youse there on Sunday with sun-cream & all! :-) Cheers Chung PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted June 12, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Fantastic guys, looking forward to seeing you there. I mean here! :-) Dennis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted June 14, 2015 Life Members Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 A wee report on todays Blackwood-Pebble adventure. An early start today with 4 Wheelers - Al Yullie, Campbell, Paul Levy & myself joining 20 or so Royal Alberts & Lanarkshire riders venturing out on this 8th Edition of Dennis's now famous run. It was not a good start to the ride as rain & wind had came on by the time we set off, the only comfort was that we were in a big bunch which meant better shelter & more bodies making turns at the front :-) However, the weather got worst and by the time we got to Biggar (20ish miles into the ride) everyone was wet, cold & miserable. I never seem Al & Campbell looking so down right depressing before :-) At this point, almost every body decided it was enough and escaped into the café and called it a day (very understandable). But 7 of us (Dennis, 2 Alberts & us 4) decided to carry on (for me, reluctantly) after a wee café break. Still wet & cold with only less than a third distance covered, I was not really looking forward to it at all. But Dennis's positive attitude & the fact that I didn't know where I was gave me no option but to continue, but I'm glad I did because the sun eventually decided to come out & reward us for our persistence. After our lunch stop at Glentress's impressive new café, we made good progress with great company & scenery to make up for the early foul weather. By the time we got back to base, I was actually feeling warm for the first time on the day :-) Again, the standard of Café Morag at the finish was as high as ever, with constant flow of drinks, soup & bread, tea/coffee & cakes would give most Michelin star hotel a run for their money :-) Thanks again Morag & Dennis for making us West Coast boys welcome & feast like kings, and of course to the friendly company of the Royal Alberts & co (particularly Jim & John, who rode with us after the rest bailed out :-0) This was & has been in the past a great ride in some new & beautiful roads for us west siders, I would highly recommend this to everyone to go along in the future, it truly is a great riding experience! Now, I'm away to clean my bike now, which I find it un-acceptable in JUNE! Thanks for ready P.S Thumbs up to Campbell for giving me a lift :-) Cheers Chung ginty001, PaulL, Richard and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions thejanullrichdietplan Posted June 14, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Sounds good and well done the Wheelers for following rule 5 when others headed for home chung and PaulL 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted June 14, 2015 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Great Hospitably from Denis and Morag... I will be back next year for the company and the soup and hopefully better weather! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campbell Hutcheson Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Some photos from Dennis's Ride yesterday ☺ Thanks Morag and Dennis Chapeau..! Campbell Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Campbell Hutcheson Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Some photos from Dennis's Ride yesterday ☺ Thanks Morag and Dennis Chapeau..! Campbell Richard, PaulL and chung 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted June 15, 2015 Life Members Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Fabulous Campbell! Loving the photos :-) especially your "selfie" - fantastic! Cheers Chung Campbell Hutcheson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted June 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2015 Thanks guys for your nice comments and Morag says it was a real pleasure to serve you all! Yes, it was a day of underlying negatives with overlying positives! I really enjoyed your company again and I know Jim and John did too. Also, we were outnumbered by four good guys! Your report is an excellent summary of the day, Chung, and your pics, Campbell, serve as a nice record of a great day out. Chung, I'm glad I didn't know you felt depressed at the Biggar cafe stop, otherwise I might have become depressed myself. :-) I am going to keep an eye open for a good-going JWCC Sunday run with a view to coming over and joining you. So, here's to the next time! Dennis PaulL, Richard and chung 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dennis Posted June 16, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 16, 2015 This is the bunch that was. :-) chung, Richard, Campbell Hutcheson and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
al yuille Posted June 19, 2015 Report Share Posted June 19, 2015 Thanks Dennis. We're rechristening this one the JWCC Blackwood to Peebles. Nice to catch up with you and to finally make it to Morag's cafe. Fortune favours the brave ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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