What makes it different – Its a family event, not just dad off racing and mum and the kids left in a tent bored shitless.
Even people who have been there were no interest in cycling, have been leant a bike and encouraged to race, well I say race but most of the events arn’t overly competitive which is another good point.
When someone injuries themselves it’s off to the first aid tent (beer tent) and they have a beer.
The insurance was a one off.
Bombarding stw with forum posts may annoy some, BUT it’s a charity event and spending £££;s advertising takes money away from the charity so for a couple of months a year be patient and if you don’t want to look don’t open the thread.
Last year it rained but that didn’t dampen the spirts, people still had fun.
As said before there isn’t anything negative posted that i’ve seen about the event. In fact what other events if you have a query, question or problem do people go out of there way to help?
Come along have fun, ride bikes, drink beer listen to some good bands, it’s well worth it, you won’t regret it.
Even my wife enjoyed it last year and she’s one of the most miserable people I know, after the mother inlaw.