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[i]cynic-al - sorry I'm a bit thick but don't understand your question? [/i]
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Do I really need spare pads, is it that bad?
Still in the death grips of manflu. I am struggling on trying to keep going in the face of near hospitalisation.
My rear brake is still weeping fluid, and my bikes muddy . I havent ridden for a month and don't normally plan my hectic social life more than 3 days in advance, So Yes I will be there , might try to get some tips off Jedi on going round corners and pedalling and steering and everything.
[i]Do I really need spare pads, is it that bad? [/i]
truthfully no....just depends on how much of a mad rider you are 😆
Well, the November ride was extremely wet Karin, but I think about 30% of our group needed new pads after that one. Swinley is pretty sandy in places I guess. Will pack a couple of pairs, since I was on the backing plate both front and rear last time 😕
can i turn up and hang around at the back if i promise not to talk anything other than bikes and not about affairs of the heart?, as the scheduled NW ALps ride has disintigrated as most of the members seem to be stuck in Dusseldorf this weekend 🙄
bananaworld - well done! I'm such a good teacher 😉 You didn't tell the young lady about the ride then!
Ti29er - pic is Dita.
singletrackmind - oh it does sound as though you are suffering 😥 Do join us but keep your distance cos we don't want manflu as a souvenir 😉
Dez - thanks, pics would be great. Obviously if anyone doesn't want to be included in any, they will need to say at the start. True to form, I don't want to be snapped.
rOcKeTdOg - you are putting me in an awkward position aren't you? Bad luck about your ride being cancelled, what's the attraction of Dusseldorf then? I will be organising another Swinley ride in the Spring to which you and your partner will be more than welcome.
One of the people I was riding with was a girl, and she's single, but all ideas about inviting her along this Sunday evaporated after she proved to be all talk and no trousers
LOL, whilst that might have put you off, I can't see many of the guys off here being put off by the all talk no trousers approach, you should have invited her! 😉
rocketdog, you possibly got space for a littl'un on your way down? I'm only just off the M5 at Worcester, looking for a lift if possible as my car isn't in the rudest of health at the mo...
Brake pads wise, well... More than one person didn't even manage half a ride before their brake pads had worn through last time. I had to replace mine before the day ended, but several other people were riding around brakeless for some period of time! It was crazy!
I'll shove some in my camelbak - they don't weigh much
if its too wet for herts i will deffo come down 🙂
[i]can i turn up and hang around at the back[/i]
no......that's my job 😆
lol 🙂
LOL at Cynic-al - surely you don't have to drive hundreds of miles to get laid mate ? If you are who I think you are that is.
hels - Member
LOL at Cynic-al - surely you don't have to drive hundreds of miles to get laid mate ? If you are who I think you are that is.
Sounds like an offer 😉
Not 100% I can make it as we have some last minute visitors coming - they aren't exactly our visitors so I should be ok to say "see ya, I'm off ridin"
Aaaaagh, paranoia is pushing down on me with it's weighty foot!
What if I get a group lost? What if my route's really rubbish? What if the GPS decides it's all too much and packs in thus leaving me to rely on <gulp> [i]memory[/i]? What if I'm too slow? What if I talk bollocks incessantly and irritate the heck out of everyone?
The pressures of responsibility!!
I'm a slacker at heart and enjoy such pursuits as stopping to smell the roses, taking photos of interesting trees and 'racing' in the 'Fun' category. Having just picked up my dried frog pill prescription you'd think it would be ok but the burden is still all too much so I'm going to have to resort to sneaky tactics:
Look everyone, it's really not worth driving hundreds of miles to ride in Swinley, which has no hills, just on the off chance that you might meet someone who can see past your beard and your singlespeed. Get your HRM and racer out and go training instead. Honestly, it'll be much more fun. 😉
(You were right, MB!)
Well, hopefully the reality of Sunday will prove to be a jolly time for all now that this tirade has lowered everyone's expectations. See y'all there! (If I can muster the courage...)
What if I talk bollocks incessantly and irritate the heck out of everyone?
LOL
No danger of the "what if" factor mate... I take it as a given that you will! 😉
Anyway, now that I've given you some abuse... Can't find your phone number mate, if you still have mine, RING ME ASAP... Preferably whilst you're still at work... Could do with asking a favour off you if you're still there...
EDIT: Just found your phone number... Expect a call in a bit I should think...
I saw this and thought of you....
www.notonthehighstreet.com/coulsonmacleod/product/love-makes-the-ride-worthwhile-limited-edition-art
Enjoy the ride!
Bananaworld "...dried frog pills" - are you a Pratchett fan too?
Have road tested the Blackberry & Ginger Gin, and can confirm that the experiment has worked 😆 Not sure if the hip flask is allowed on a non niche bike tho...
blackberry and Ginger, that sounds wonderful!
[url= http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/swinley-3 ]so SS or gears then ?[/url]
bananaworld - I don't recognise that description! During last Sunday's wee drama, you were as a cool as a cucumber and took charge of a situation.
Blame everything on me, I've got a thick skin from having hung around on the Forum for too many years 🙄
Apologies for being unable to supply an updated report on Swinley conditions. It has been a little moist recently but today was sunny 🙂 Expect many puddles, mudguards if you dare and waterproof shorts would be a good choice. Full-on mud tyres not necessary.
I would also say that single speed is definitely the way to go 8) Solamanda - will we see you on Sunday? If so, would you be happy to demonstrate some jumpy stuff?
So, [b]permits[/b] - do you have yours?
One last thing that you need to bring - [b]a sense of humour[/b]
singletrackmind, no worries. i wont be "at work" but i never could help helping riders who ask 🙂
Ah, super the date seemed to change without me noticing....
I'll be there on the 14th as originally planned, oops!
Well much as I was looking forward to placing faces to the names on the thread I can't make it. The joy of work means that I can't fit in a whole day cycling.
Enjoy and I look forward to seeing the gossip.....
i've heard that the ride may be biased to the male sex so in order to redress the balance and make sure no ones a gooseberry, i've informed my works gay cycling club, much interest was shown. a sweep of the rear anyone? 😯
what time is it tomorrow and can how do i get there again 🙁
if its too damp for herts i'll deffo be there
Can anyone tell me if my question has been answered?
cynic-al - Member
Seriously, if I pitch up (no pun intended) will I get my hole?
Bring your own spade.
Tony - meet at 10.00 ready to pedal at 10.30 am. M4 junction 10 (A329M) or M3 junction 3.
Meet at 10.00 am, ready to pedal 10.30 am. I have a banner that I will endeavour to hang either between trees or on a car/van. Nearest station is Martin's Heron and it's just a few miles pedal away. Link:
There are NO parking charges BUT the car park gets very busy so allow plenty of time.
Permit - you need to purchase a day permit, price £2, to ride here. This can either be purchased from the Visitor Centre or online. Save time and purchase online beforehand! Link:
http://www.gorrick.com/swinley/permits.php
The Visitor Centre and award-winning toilets open at 10.00 am. The Cafe also opens at 10.00 am where hot and cold food, together with drinks, can be purchased.
Terrain - mixture of fire road and single track on a sandy soil, some exposed roots. Swinley can eat brake pads so you have been warned! Single speed friendly, niche bike friendly too.
Will report nearer the time on trail conditions but full-on mud tyres are not really necessary.
Depending on numbers, we may need to split into groups, each with a leader and sweeper. Nobody will be forced to ride anything they don't want to and I'm always happy to talk through each section so as you know what to expect. Please ask me!
Aiming to be back at the Cafe for around 1.00 pm for lunch, then more riding in the afternoon for those that want it. If you just want to join the morning session, that's fine.
Thanks Rob 8)
Looking forward to meeting everyone tomorrow. Look out for the banner.
This is going to be such fun 😆
Gosh - award-winning toilets? That settles it, I'll definitely be there!
What exactly is award-winning about the toilets?
And, now I think about this, which is not something I've thought about before, wha awards even exist for toilets...?
EDIT: and Karin, oh yes, I am an appreciator of Mr Pratchett's work. It makes me chuckle, much to the annoyance of otters on trains.
So we're at the visitor centre linked on that map - which is also the place to buy a permit? I'm intending to buy on the day just in case I don't make it by a) sleeping in b) having a mechanical before I even get there c) have hassle from train conductors.
Should be on the train arriving at Martins Heron for 9.38 if all goes to plan!
It would of been better to make it next Sunday 😡
tsk would [i]have[/i] been better
I reckon that 09:38 arrival at Martins Heron could be quite full of sheepish singletons! 😉
If anyone needs guiding from the station to the woods at that time I reckon I can [i]just[/i] about manage not getting us lost.
Right, er, better do some route planning for the off-road bit then...
forecast looks damp here so may be there for sure then.
baggsy in chilled group ride
Sorry all, due to flight delays I've not long got home from my ski trip and feel totally knackered, unless i wake up early without the aid of the alarm, which I doubt, I shan't be along tomorrow 😥 I hope I can meet more of you some time soon. Have fun.
Neil
Well peeps, this is it. See you on the other side... 😀
Sorry to hear you can't make it, Neil, hope to meet you on another ride.
baggsy in chilled group ride
Me too!! Oh wait... drat and dang it!
see u there
woke a little after 9, too late to get there, feel really disappointed now 😥 Oh well, sometime I WILL get to a Swinley ride.
photos here (maybe the wrong forum)
[url] http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/stw-swinley-ride-pics?replies=6#post-1110870 [/url]
For some reason the links to the photos have found themselves on the chat forum - [url= http://www.singletrackworld.com/forum/topic/stw-swinley-ride-pics ]Here[/url] for those who may be looking over this side.