2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 A few of us have been talking about taking a trip up North to climb Bealach na Bà (UK's longest road climb) http://cyclinguphill.com/100-climbs/bealach-na-ba/ and decided to go on Saturday 30th of July. I have mentioned it to a few Wheelers while out on runs and there is alot of interest in coming along. Everyone is more than welcome to join us! 30 milers/Medium/Bunch as there are different routes we can take(but all would include at least one ascent of Bealach na Bà ) The climb is 9.1km Avg Grade 7% Elvation 626m.It is a stunning climb and a beautiful part of the world, a must ride before your time on this rock is complete. Our itinerary is as follow. Leave Saturday 30th of July 5-6am with 4-5 hour drive (car share) to Applecross campsite Applecross campsite £55-65 for 3-4 Adults sharing - Heated Cabin Book here - http://applecross.uk.com/campsite/ lots left book asap Quick Bite - i.e bacon rolls and get bikes ready. Start run in Applecross est 11am 4 routes (The routes suggested are open to change if anyone has a better or more interesting ideas). We can plan on Coffee stops one we have numbers and routes decided, not the best place once you leave Applecross to find a cake. Pretty barren/beautiful but the food in Applecross is excellent! I plan to do the Long Loop with the one Ascent, but the Triple Ascent is interesting as shorter similar climbing and you get to climb/descent West to East something I haven't done yet. 30 Milers suggested route Bealach na Bà One Ascent Distance - 68.5km Elevation Gain - 1,389m Est. Moving Time 3:30 https://www.strava.com/routes/4636312 Intermediates or Members wanting to Climb Bealach na Bà from both sides Bealach na Bà Two Ascents Distance 85.8km Elevation Gain 1,996m Est. Moving Time 4:30 https://www.strava.com/routes/4636321 Fast Bunch Long loop one Climb Bealach na Bà Bealach na Bà Two Ascents Distance 143.6km Elevation Gain 2,180m Est. Moving Time 5:30 https://www.strava.com/routes/4636810 There is also an option to do the climb three times at the end that way you get to experience the westerly and easterly climbs and descents. Triple Climb of Bealach na Bà https://www.strava.com/routes/4636944 Bealach na Bà Triple Ascent Distance 105.8km Elevation Gain 2,633m Est. Moving Time 5:00 Created on April 12, 2016 Dinner/Night out in Applecross Inn(5mins from campsite) or if weather is good Barbecue on Campsite Return home Sunday morning, home for late afternoon Hopefully you can make it for what I think is one of the finest road climbs in the world! Cheers Paul (book a cabin asap if staying they are heated and will fit 4 people) chung, GrahamF, DavidC and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions DavidC Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Sounds great, count me in. PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted April 12, 2016 Members Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 hi Paul count me in and let me know if you're booking a cabin and will bunk in if that is okay? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted April 12, 2016 Members Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 I'll also bring a massive carry oot......... DavidC and James Esus 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted April 12, 2016 Author 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Nps Iain Cabin - PaulL, David C, Alex B and yourself and a massive carry oot DavidC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted April 12, 2016 Life Members Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Paul, that is a great idea! With different options too, fantastic! I cannot confirm as yet since I might be on a family holiday at the time But I'll keep a close eye on this. I remembered fondly when we did the sportive way back in 2006 & 7, Darrly & the late Jim Daly was there too & did it as a club, it was a great with stunning scenery & roads! But what really put the fear in me wasn't so much the climbs but those pesky midgies ..................... aaaaah ........... I still have nightmares even today Like you said Paul - it's a must ride for cycling in Scotland Cheers Chung PaulL and DavidC 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions Gerard Deeley Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 I will watch this one, if many things slot into place I maybe able to come along. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2024 Subscriptions Darryl Gunson Posted April 12, 2016 2024 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Great idea. Would love to but will be away on a fanily holiday. The roads round there are amazing, and quiet too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James Esus Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Pencil me in! PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted April 12, 2016 Members Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Paul have sent onto John, as I know he was also keen to do it. Will let you know mate PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions XXX Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Sounds like fun, will check if working first Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richie Cross Posted April 12, 2016 Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Aargh....working Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions thejanullrichdietplan Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Sounds great however will be down doing the ride london that weekend Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions P McDonald Posted April 12, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted April 12, 2016 Sounds like a granD Adventure, sADly I will be otherwise engaged riding my bike in Espana ☀ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexb Posted May 5, 2016 Report Share Posted May 5, 2016 Looking forward to it Paul. This has been on my to do list for a while! DavidC 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions AlanT Posted May 5, 2016 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 5, 2016 A probable yes from me. Cycling barbecue and beer sounds brilliant. DavidC and alexb 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted May 10, 2016 Members Report Share Posted May 10, 2016 Hi Paul do we have confirmed numbers yet, as my mate wants to do this as well. Just want to know numbers then we can book cabins to match our nunbers. Let me know as happy to book a second cabin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Life Members chung Posted May 10, 2016 Life Members Report Share Posted May 10, 2016 Paul & All, Unfortunately I won't be able to make this now as I'll be on a family (long over due) holiday. Have a cracking one folks, but I'm sure you will for sure! Cheers Chung PaulL 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted May 10, 2016 Author 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted May 10, 2016 Hi Paul do we have confirmed numbers yet, as my mate wants to do this as well. Just want to know numbers then we can book cabins to match our nunbers. Let me know as happy to book a second cabin Hi Iain, best to book another cabin as We will have the numbers to fill 2. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted May 10, 2016 Members Report Share Posted May 10, 2016 okay will do Paul will book online tomorrow and let you know when confirmed Darryl Gunson 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Iain67 Posted May 11, 2016 Members Report Share Posted May 11, 2016 Hi Paul and all, second cabin booked fopr 4 people. let me know who is all going? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Michael Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 https://youtu.be/int8R77yQaw James and alexb 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Michael Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 Just to get you all in the mood 😆 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2023 Subscriptions PaulL Posted June 25, 2016 Author 2023 Subscriptions Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 Looks fun There's a spare bed for you! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alan Michael Posted June 25, 2016 Report Share Posted June 25, 2016 Would love to but chungs post about the midges sent shivers down my spine, memories of camping and climbing with a swollen face, Midges love me, I'm like an all you can eat buffet for the little f@#$!.. James Esus 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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