Author Topic: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017  (Read 11022 times)

Tomsk

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #50 on: 01 November, 2017, 07:14:49 pm »
I'm now mulling over the idea of doing a 200 DIY to the pub, staying the night somewhere, then doing a 200 home on the Sunday, to save the A road dashes I usually end up doing when Essex bound. Not checked the Compasses availability yet, but I can't afford (got no work booked yet this term) £70 a night on my own, so has anyone already got a twin room there/elsewhere, and wanting to halve the cost? They can PM me or post here.

I think we can find accommodation for you on Saturday night...leave it with me  ;)

rob

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #51 on: 02 November, 2017, 05:23:37 pm »
When I went 2 years ago I stayed in the Travelodge on the edge of Great Dunmow - not sure how reasonable prices will be this close to the day.   Tomsk even picked me up from there and led me to the venue.

Haven't qualified for a couple of years, though.

Tomsk

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #52 on: 06 November, 2017, 03:47:55 pm »
So far 13 have let me know they're attending. On past form that'll be at least doubled. 30 is about the limit, standing room only, for the Green Room at the Compasses.

Carlosfandango

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #53 on: 06 November, 2017, 07:46:48 pm »
I`m coming along, there about about 8ish :)

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #54 on: 06 November, 2017, 07:58:24 pm »
Anyone else thinking of a DIY to the Compasses for Saturday?  I was looking into a 200K ending around 6:00pm so an early-ish start for a slowcoach like me.
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jiberjaber

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #55 on: 06 November, 2017, 08:03:25 pm »
I was pondering it, but I think I'll just loop a 100 together and spin round the countryside...  I need some recovery this week.
Regards,

Joergen

Carlosfandango

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #56 on: 06 November, 2017, 08:34:36 pm »
I rode a 200 DIY to the ACME awards last year, about 160km there, 40 and a bit back, started just after Midday.

It was good, only problem was getting home and riding by the submitted route. I can`t remember the ride back, somehow it was validated.

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #57 on: 06 November, 2017, 09:47:36 pm »
200km diy there, to arrive 6pm ish. 200km diy home on the Sunday after beer, food and sleep.
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Tomsk

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #58 on: 07 November, 2017, 06:55:52 am »
I`m coming along, there about about 8ish :)

Don't forget The ACME Points Trophy, to award to yourself  ;D

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« Reply #59 on: 10 November, 2017, 02:32:27 pm »
Hi Each,

I can't claim the original thought :facepalm: (that goes to one of my team at work) but it was suggested this could be:-

The BAFTAs

Bicycling Awards For Tenacious ACMEs?

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Oscar's dad

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #60 on: 10 November, 2017, 02:49:05 pm »
 ;D

OSCARS = Outrageously Silly Cycling Awards Recognition and Salutations

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #61 on: 10 November, 2017, 03:37:55 pm »
;D

OSCARS = Outrageously Silly Cycling Awards Recognition and Salutations


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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #62 on: 10 November, 2017, 08:21:05 pm »
BRITS - Beautiful Randonneurs In Tenacious Strip

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #63 on: 10 November, 2017, 09:12:55 pm »
Somehow I have persuaded the better half to come out for the evening. She's even met some of you before and still wants to come up. So Tom, +1 for dinner please,

Al

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #64 on: 10 November, 2017, 09:30:59 pm »
Have to be back Sunday morning now so the latest plan is: 186 km loop out joining Big Saxon for a bit, then on my own up to Fenstanton then down via Duxford and Thaxted, aiming for 7-7:30 arrival. Food and just one pint then 116 km ride home. All could change by the morning! If not, this will be my first leap up to a 300 DIY.
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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #65 on: 10 November, 2017, 09:36:41 pm »
Somehow I have persuaded the better half to come out for the evening. She's even met some of you before and still wants to come up. So Tom, +1 for dinner please,

Al

Great news - I'm looking forward to meeting up with another gluten free audaxer!
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wilkyboy

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #66 on: 10 November, 2017, 11:42:50 pm »
At the moment it's looking doubtful that I'll be able to make it.  Senior Junior-WB was 18 on Tuesday and the family's over this weekend to commiserate — I think Mrs WB would be not-best-pleased if I deserted her on the eve of a full trooping of the colour  ::-)

Then again, I'm still trying to make it happen, and possibly might even end up on Bikeabilityman's wheel (although more likely the reverse, as I'll be fresher) for a Girton/Cambridge/Duxford/Thaxted run to Littley Green, swift half, and sprint home again  :thumbsup:
Lockdown lethargy. RRTY: wot's that? Can't remember if I'm on #8 or #9 ...

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #67 on: 11 November, 2017, 12:23:07 am »
Absolute chaos at Orlando airport after people panicked following a lithium battery exploding. I’ll be amazed if I get back to the UK before Sunday.

Eddington: 133 miles    Max square: 43x43

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #68 on: 11 November, 2017, 04:40:15 am »
Absolute chaos at Orlando airport after people panicked following a lithium battery exploding. I’ll be amazed if I get back to the UK before Sunday.

My prophesy turned out correct. Instead of arriving at Heathrow on Saturday morning, the earliest flight gets me back on Sunday morning. All because an exploding lithium battery spooked some folk who ran through security, leading to the cops forcing an evacuation of the gate areas and everybody going through security again. That only took 6 hours!

So unfortunately I’m not going to be able to make the medal ceremony, which is rather gutting as I missed it last year too.

Eddington: 133 miles    Max square: 43x43

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #69 on: 11 November, 2017, 08:20:48 am »
I'm still trying to make it happen, and possibly might even end up on Bikeabilityman's wheel (although more likely the reverse, as I'll be fresher) for a Girton/Cambridge/Duxford/Thaxted run to Littley Green, swift half, and sprint home again  :thumbsup:
At least it's looking like a tailwind for the ride south!
Bikes are for riding, not cleaning!

Tomsk

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #70 on: 11 November, 2017, 09:50:12 am »
Absolute chaos at Orlando airport after people panicked following a lithium battery exploding. I’ll be amazed if I get back to the UK before Sunday.

My prophesy turned out correct. Instead of arriving at Heathrow on Saturday morning, the earliest flight gets me back on Sunday morning. All because an exploding lithium battery spooked some folk who ran through security, leading to the cops forcing an evacuation of the gate areas and everybody going through security again. That only took 6 hours!

So unfortunately I’m not going to be able to make the medal ceremony, which is rather gutting as I missed it last year too.

Commiserations!  :o

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #71 on: 11 November, 2017, 11:26:03 am »
Will be coming but need to leave sober at a sensible hour to do a DIY ride in the morning. Had scheduled DIY for today but, sadly,  had to attend a Nine Night last night and, well, the DIY had to be put back.
What time are the awards likely to happen?

Tomsk

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #72 on: 11 November, 2017, 12:29:29 pm »
Save The Date!

ACME's Super-Randonneur Medal Ceremony will be held at The Compasses, Littley Green, on Saturday 11th November.

All welcome, whether getting a medal or not, but please let me know.

We will have the use of the 'Green Room' from 18:00, so come early to eat - then we'll kick off presentations at 20:00.

Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #73 on: 11 November, 2017, 12:55:16 pm »
Looks like I will be able to make it after things looking unlikely during the week

Carlosfandango

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Re: ACME SR Medal Ceremony Saturday 11th November 2017
« Reply #74 on: 11 November, 2017, 05:05:21 pm »
Sorry guys, I don't think I'll be able to make it tonight. Have fun!