Post by: tippers_kiwi on 26 November, 2015, 12:39:59 pm
The idea of this thread is once again to free up the Mid Week Thread a little but as the title suggest the main idea is to get out early on weekends have some breakfast and get back home to limit impact on family life (obviously other weekend rides can also be incorporated into the thread).
My thinking is that a location be suggest and agreed up on and people join the ride at the start, along the route or meet at the breakfast location. Have some breakfast, some good banter then get back home (or ride on), all very simple.
If you are planning on heading out and want to open it up to the group can I suggest that the following criteria be made known?
1. Day/Date
2. Where you are planning to have breakfast
3. Approximate ETA to be at breakfast
Optionally you could add where and when people can meet to ride out and a route. (Personally I find my early morning rides more fun with no planned route)
Anyone know if there is an equivalent of the Good Beer Guide for Fry Ups?
Possible Locations include (will update as people add to the thread as much as possible)
Wally's Shed, Acton
Station Buffet, Manningtree
Mo's Cafe, Tiptree
D's Diner, Hatfield Peverel
Owl's hill Tearoom, Terling
The Braxted Bakery, Little Braxted
Various Weatherpsoons Houses
Red Lodge Cafe, Red Lodge
The Blue Egg, Bardfield
Maglia Rosso, Hawstead
Green Farm, Halstead
Spencer's, Wickham St Paul's
Round Bush, Mundon
Bungalow Cafe, Marks Tey
The Temeraire [Wetherspoons], Saffron Walden
Café Mocha, Saffron Walden
Bicicletta, Saffron Walden
Riverside Cafe, Sawbridge Worth
The Shed, Sawbridgeworth
Bretts Farm Bistro, White Roding
Hatfield Heath Café, Hatfield Heath
Cabin Dairy cafe, Burnham
Tall Green House café, Burnham-on-Crouch
The Gilt Rooms, West Mersea
The Company Shed, West Mersea
Feel free to add to the list, there must be a lot of knowledge of these kinds of places on this forum
I'm planning on being out this Saturday, I will post some details tonight or tomorrow morning unless someone beats me to it!
Post by: tedshred on 26 November, 2015, 12:44:29 pm
This Saturday is probably out but I am up for it generally.
Post by: TimC on 26 November, 2015, 02:58:29 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 26 November, 2015, 04:08:43 pm
I imagine that forward planning is allowed so I was wondering if anyone was planning on attending Mighty Oak's annual free beer tasting event on Saturday 6th December? Last year we had breakfast on a barge moored alongside Maldon's Hythe.
Post by: tedshred on 26 November, 2015, 04:38:47 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 26 November, 2015, 04:47:17 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 26 November, 2015, 06:15:04 pm
Sounds good but I will probably go on Saturday the 5th 8)
Yes, sorry, it is Saturday 5th - doh! Details HERE (http://www.mightyoakbrewing.co.uk/mightyoaknews.htm). Details of the barge cafe are HERE (http://www.top-sail.co.uk/food/barge-tea-rooms/).
Post by: JenM on 26 November, 2015, 06:47:28 pm
- Roundbush pub near Mundon
- Bungalow Cafe, Marks Tey
Post by: Tomsk on 26 November, 2015, 08:05:21 pm
...it is Saturday 5th - doh! Details HERE (http://www.mightyoakbrewing.co.uk/mightyoaknews.htm). Details of the barge cafe are HERE (http://www.top-sail.co.uk/food/barge-tea-rooms/).
Yes I'll be going to the Mighty Oak, but I have a commitment to a Flitch Saturday ride first, so will come on after elevenses. Soupy + co will be going by internal combustion powered armchairs. ::-)
Some more breakfast suggestions for the list:
The Temeraire [Wetherspoons] in Saffron Walden, Café Mocha, also in SW
Two in the Maltings, Sawbridgeworth: Riverside Café and The Shed
Bretts Farm Bistro, White Roding [once went there on New Year's day with Flitch Bikes - just about the only place I could find open for breakfast - it was very good, but quite up-market prices]
Hatfield Heath Café
Loads of likely ones in Burnham-on-Crouch - several pubs do breakfast, plus the Cabin Dairy cafe. I went to the Tall Green House café in the High Street recently
Post by: tedshred on 27 November, 2015, 09:10:04 am
Harwich is another good option.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2015, 07:24:58 pm
The plan thereafter is to ride around randomly following one's nose for two and a half hours and then meet my WAG at Witham 'spoons for a spot of breakfast at 10:30.
Wanna come too? WAGs and small people welcome too.
Post by: jiberjaber on 27 November, 2015, 08:06:36 pm
(On Sunday)
Post by: huggy on 27 November, 2015, 09:40:23 pm
Wanna come too?Probably :thumbsup:
Post by: Oscar's dad on 27 November, 2015, 09:50:13 pm
Wanna come too?Probably :thumbsup:
:thumbsup:
Will one's WAG be breakfasting?
Post by: huggy on 28 November, 2015, 04:34:49 pm
Will one's WAG be breakfasting?No, she has to go to work and breakfast would finish too late to leave after.
Post by: jiberjaber on 29 November, 2015, 08:18:48 am
Couple of breakfast places
- Roundbush pub near Mundon
- Bungalow Cafe, Marks Tey
Last time the Chelmo CTC tried Roundbush they were not very cycle group friendly so we abandoned in favour of Fig Tree in Maldon.
Greensted Green farm shop is good
I'll did through my CTC rides - as we know, they may go slow, but they know all the good lanes & coffee stops :)
Post by: JenM on 29 November, 2015, 08:53:24 am
Post by: jiberjaber on 29 November, 2015, 05:59:34 pm
The Roundbush has had a change of owner. I've been a couple of times and it has been fine.
This was in June this year, apparently it would be a 40 minute wait to serve us, but others were walking in and being served. I think on that basis its off the CTC ride list for a while... might be fine for single/couple of cyclists, but this was only 6 of us or so.
Anyhow, some places (first two are my fav's):
Greenstead Green, Farm Shop
High Easter, The Snug
Takeley, Café Park
White Roding, Bretts Garden Centre
Maldon, The Fig Tree
Coggershall, West Street Vineyard
Stansted Mountfitchet, Café Yoemans
Assington, Assington Farm Shop
Great Braxted, Lillys Nursery (Toms Farm Shop, Maldon Road)
Abridge, Bridge Deli
Post by: Tomsk on 30 November, 2015, 06:08:39 pm
I'll be lugging panniers in case I spot a bargain: there are usually books, clothing etc as well as bike bits and complete machines.
Post by: tedshred on 02 December, 2015, 06:01:57 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 December, 2015, 06:08:05 pm
Plan for Mighty Oak trip and breakfast on Saturday ?
The barge cafe opens at 10am, details HERE (http://www.top-sail.co.uk/food/barge-tea-rooms/) and the beer tasting commences at 11am, details HERE (http://www.mightyoakbrewing.co.uk/mightyoaknews.htm). So shall we meet at the barge?
I was thinking of setting off from Witham at about 9am for a circuitous pootle to Maldon if anyone fancies riding over with me.
Post by: JenM on 02 December, 2015, 06:15:25 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 December, 2015, 06:17:06 pm
Post by: tedshred on 02 December, 2015, 06:17:35 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 11:31:43 am
I was thinking of setting off from Witham at about 9am for a circuitous pootle to Maldon if anyone fancies riding over with me.
I hope to join your goodself and Ted for a pootle over to the barge and then beer tasting :thumbsup:
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 December, 2015, 11:33:04 am
I was thinking of setting off from Witham at about 9am for a circuitous pootle to Maldon if anyone fancies riding over with me.
I hope to join your goodself and Ted for a pootle over to the barge and then beer tasting :thumbsup:
Don't forget your ID to prove you're 18.
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 11:35:38 am
I was thinking of setting off from Witham at about 9am for a circuitous pootle to Maldon if anyone fancies riding over with me.
I hope to join your goodself and Ted for a pootle over to the barge and then beer tasting :thumbsup:
Don't forget your ID to prove you're 18.
I'll probably take the stabilisers off too :-*
Post by: tedshred on 03 December, 2015, 12:07:59 pm
Have you seen the forecast for Saturday morning ?
Breezy.
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 12:09:59 pm
You might want to leave those on.
Have you seen the forecast for Saturday morning ?
Breezy.
Aren't we slip-streaming
Post by: tedshred on 03 December, 2015, 12:14:39 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 December, 2015, 12:20:13 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 12:34:08 pm
Good point. That way we'll be able to ride two abreast and still stay out of the wind.
Yes good point!
I shall be wearing my festive hat.
With matching attire? Jiberjaber won't be impressed otherwise....
Post by: jiberjaber on 03 December, 2015, 12:43:45 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 December, 2015, 12:50:51 pm
I was so in awe of the jumper I failed to notice the arm coordination fail... :)
You're going to love my festive hat. It isn't Gore though - sorry about that.
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 12:52:45 pm
I was so in awe of the jumper I failed to notice the arm coordination fail... :)
That was an epic fail on the co-ordination front.....
You're going to love my festive hat. It isn't Gore though - sorry about that.
Does it keep to brand on the rest of the attire you will be wearing though?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 December, 2015, 12:55:43 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 12:59:29 pm
No-one is going to be disappointed.
Oh but
Post by: jiberjaber on 03 December, 2015, 01:10:11 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 01:22:33 pm
I received my Gore hat this Monday :)
See where we are coming from OD? ;D
Post by: tedshred on 03 December, 2015, 01:52:09 pm
Ba da boom
I'm here all week, try the liver.
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 01:57:43 pm
We can always see where you and Beau Brummell are coming from.
Ba da boom
I'm here all week, try the liver.
You will all be pleased to here that there is another lighting upgrade package awaiting the Pinnacle (sounds like i'm in F1) expecting it to look something like this next Weds (http://i1288.photobucket.com/albums/b495/James_Millard/download_zpstnjsf1hs.jpg)
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 December, 2015, 02:04:14 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 03 December, 2015, 02:07:09 pm
I'm off to see how much a welder's mask will cost on eBay. I value my retinas.
That shouldn't be required OD as the brightness level can be adapted via the smartphone app for group riding, maybe best not to do so whilst riding in the group however to avoid any potential mishaps >:(
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 03 December, 2015, 02:38:21 pm
Post by: tedshred on 05 December, 2015, 08:29:15 am
Post by: The Retiree on 05 December, 2015, 08:31:23 am
don't wait at Spa for me OD! I will try and catch you up or meet you at the barge 
Post by: tedshred on 05 December, 2015, 08:35:54 am
Post by: The Retiree on 05 December, 2015, 08:50:13 am
Post by: JenM on 05 December, 2015, 01:27:01 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 December, 2015, 02:15:49 pm
Nice breakfast and a natter with OD at The Barge........sorry I hadn't a clue where the brewery was!
I made it to the brewery and enjoyed the free beer! Good to see you.
Post by: bobb on 28 January, 2016, 04:21:05 pm
Post by: tedshred on 28 January, 2016, 04:23:59 pm
Subject to Real Life constraints but I need the miles.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 January, 2016, 04:24:04 pm
Post by: tedshred on 28 January, 2016, 04:28:43 pm
You could always meet us at Wetherspoons afterwards.
Post by: bobb on 28 January, 2016, 04:37:30 pm
Hmmm, worth a thought. I was hoping to get out at some point this weekend. What did you have in mind?
Just some sort of ride really. Starting some time in the morning. I figured if I agree to meet some people for a ride I'm more likely to actually get out and do some miles!
Post by: tedshred on 28 January, 2016, 04:51:04 pm
I assume OD has given up on us unless we go spinning instead.
Post by: jiberjaber on 28 January, 2016, 05:40:41 pm
Post by: Tomsk on 28 January, 2016, 07:30:41 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 January, 2016, 07:44:49 pm
Post by: tedshred on 28 January, 2016, 08:17:58 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 January, 2016, 09:06:43 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2016, 09:15:38 am
Thoughts? Wanna come? huggy says he might be setting forth awheel.
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 09:17:35 am
8am start works for me as I drop no 4 child off at 7am.
I will be partaking of an Essex Energy Drink at the High Street Dispensary. No doubt Huggy will as well if he comes. You can take being healthy too far. I have given up enough stuff already.
Anyone else coming ?
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 January, 2016, 09:30:50 am
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 09:37:38 am
Potentially.....depends if I can get this Friggin Tubeless bead to seat!!!!!
Probably a no then ;D
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2016, 09:46:11 am
Potentially.....depends if I can get this Friggin Tubeless bead to seat!!!!!
I'm resisting the temptation to rant yet again about the avant garde tyre choices you lot often torture yourselves with ::-)
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 January, 2016, 10:04:49 am
Rant away.....I am on the edge of a great thing and i have come to the conclusion that fixing the odd puncture for the extra enjoyment I get from riding 'better' tyres is well worth it. Comfort and return for effort are benefits worth having and I reckon with the Stans sealant and new rim tape I will be much better off.Potentially.....depends if I can get this Friggin Tubeless bead to seat!!!!!
I'm resisting the temptation to rant yet again about the avant garde tyre choices you lot often torture yourselves with ::-)
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2016, 10:10:21 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 January, 2016, 10:12:26 am
Fair enough. I'll be our merry group's thought leader when it comes to utility cycling and associated gear. You can be inspirational on the tyre front ;D;D Although the way it has been recently is to be fair taking the piss.....once in a while should not equal once a ride
Post by: bobb on 29 January, 2016, 10:13:10 am
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 04:57:50 pm
Post by: bobb on 29 January, 2016, 05:26:39 pm
Edit: It's not coming out until the weather is better. There are too many new, shiney bits on it to bring it out in this shit....
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 05:50:29 pm
Post by: bobb on 29 January, 2016, 05:54:16 pm
And it's Chorus rather than SR!
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 05:58:31 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 January, 2016, 08:46:04 pm
I sent an email about the day one and I had a very dangerous reply!
Gawd I wish Christophe's surly had been just right.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 January, 2016, 08:46:52 pm
Post by: bobb on 29 January, 2016, 09:34:24 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 January, 2016, 09:59:36 pm
Any thoughts on where to go? I assume TMNH will make an appearance...
Following our noses we are.
Post by: bobb on 29 January, 2016, 10:02:47 pm
Better go to bed if I'm to be in Witham by 8!
Post by: tedshred on 29 January, 2016, 11:48:33 pm
Post by: jiberjaber on 30 January, 2016, 02:57:01 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 30 January, 2016, 07:02:02 am
Post by: Christophe on 30 January, 2016, 10:41:52 am
I'm staying in bed. Just opened the door to the wind and really can't be arsed this morning.
Thought Kiwis were made of sterner stuff than that. Managed the commute on Tuesday and Wednesday in the wind. Did take me an extra 20 minutes on each journey though!
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 30 January, 2016, 12:28:04 pm
I'm having a Swiss day!I'm staying in bed. Just opened the door to the wind and really can't be arsed this morning.
Thought Kiwis were made of sterner stuff than that. Managed the commute on Tuesday and Wednesday in the wind. Did take me an extra 20 minutes on each journey though!
Post by: delthebike on 30 January, 2016, 01:02:59 pm
I'm having a Swiss day!Not sure what this is. Is it full of holes, triangular, going like clockwork, or having a Heidi and holiday? :P
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 30 January, 2016, 01:08:32 pm
Being Soft...that's allI'm having a Swiss day!Not sure what this is. Is it full of holes, triangular, going like clockwork, or having a Heidi and holiday? :P
Post by: tedshred on 30 January, 2016, 01:22:28 pm
When I eventually rolled up to Spa, almost 2 minutes late, the peloton of DL, Huggy, the BFC, Bobb, the Hustler and ( in a rare outdoor outing) OD were all raring to go.
Tippers had called in sick having developed a rare wind allergy. We wish him a speedy recovery.
With the wind it was probably colder than we had expected. Nevertheless, still great weather for January.
We had a trundle around familiar lanes whilst discussing our usual highbrow matters. In fact I was engrossed in an in depth discussion with OD about elephant bikes when I decided to treat everyone to one of my bike/swimming interfaces. This time it was a large pothole hidden in a large puddle that caught me. Before I knew it I was over the handlebars lying in a soaked heap. It seems that fixed bikes have an ejector seat function that I wasn't aware of :facepalm:
Sometimes one fall isn't enough to entertain a difficult crowd. I threw another in for good measure, this time while static just after getting back on. I blame being cold and wet.
Entertainment over, it was off to our usual MEWBS dispensary for breakfast and Essex Energy Drinks (except OD who is being healthy and had a tofu sausage and nettle tea or something).
Post by: bobb on 30 January, 2016, 02:02:29 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 30 January, 2016, 02:18:56 pm
Post by: delthebike on 30 January, 2016, 02:59:54 pm
Although the second time was a little OTT and uncalled forPerhaps he got confused about the rules of triathlons, have you gone for a run yet ted? ;D
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 January, 2016, 03:34:09 pm
I'm having a Swiss day!Not sure what this is. Is it full of holes, triangular, going like clockwork, or having a Heidi and holiday? :P
Peter the Goatherd!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 30 January, 2016, 05:33:59 pm
Here's Fred's front wheel in the hole ...
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpshlvuplhl.jpg)
I have the exact location marked on my GPS so will try to report it. Hopefully the repair will be done quickly.
Post by: The Retiree on 30 January, 2016, 07:32:09 pm
Post by: rr on 30 January, 2016, 07:42:05 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 February, 2016, 05:58:15 pm
I have opening the ride up to the Witham Cycling folks so those of you who are members of the FB group will have just got an invite. Therefore the start will be at in the Witham Leisure Centre carpark (Spinks Lane) not the Spa Road roundabout.
Post by: jiberjaber on 02 February, 2016, 07:40:16 pm
Post by: huggy on 03 February, 2016, 09:09:28 am
Post by: tedshred on 03 February, 2016, 10:19:07 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 03 February, 2016, 02:36:42 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 February, 2016, 02:43:38 pm
I am off to that London to see Billy Connolly and eat lunch and stuff.
We saw him a few weekends ago. I'll be interested to hear what you think.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 February, 2016, 02:44:21 pm
Forgot it is a Tiptree Velo weekend...might see you out on the road though!
Any idea of your route?
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 05 February, 2016, 12:17:54 pm
unfortunately not, I could ask but then we don't leave Tiptree until 10am so we'd probably only ever see you on the way home!Forgot it is a Tiptree Velo weekend...might see you out on the road though!
Any idea of your route?
Now, comes some
FORWARD PLANNING
I have to get my Hubs up to The Cycle Clinic in Glemsford and I am intending to ride up there next Saturday morning. I will probably leave Tiptree around 8am head up via Coggeshall and the Belchamps then head back via Sudbury (late Breakfast at a Café).
There are train options back to Marks Tey from Sudbury for those that prefer that kind of thing ;D
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 February, 2016, 12:30:10 pm
Post by: tedshred on 05 February, 2016, 12:40:11 pm
I am starting to get more than a little worried about the BCM now that it is February all of a sudden :o
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 05 February, 2016, 12:51:54 pm
Tippers. I might join you on the Glemsford outing. It would be a good opportunity to pick Malcolm's brains and get a ride in.;D ah yes....I was like that last year.....and a little bit this year but once again the Arrow is my first worry. I hate letting a team down!
I am starting to get more than a little worried about the BCM now that it is February all of a sudden :o
So we want he hilly route out and back then?, I'll put something together and post it up.
Post by: tedshred on 05 February, 2016, 01:03:45 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 05 February, 2016, 01:11:05 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 05 February, 2016, 01:12:24 pm
and c. Ted loves a dip if it can be incorporated :thumbsup:easy to build in the Arger Fen on the way home, we know he likes that one!
Post by: The Retiree on 05 February, 2016, 01:13:49 pm
;D :thumbsup:and c. Ted loves a dip if it can be incorporated :thumbsup:
easy to build in the Arger Fen on the way home, we know he likes that one!
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 09 February, 2016, 04:11:56 pm
Looks like about 4 from Tiptree Velo joining us as well (weather dependant)
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12121308 (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12121308)
Post by: tedshred on 09 February, 2016, 04:33:41 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 09 February, 2016, 04:43:39 pm
Is this a Tiptree Velo chain gang I will be chasing, or will it be moderately paced :oit will be moderately paced. I have sold it as a Randonneur paced ride....if some want to race they can...but they will be waiting.
You coming on gears or fix?
Post by: tedshred on 09 February, 2016, 09:14:53 pm
That said, if I can find the time to give the Domane some love (ie new cables, new headset bearings, new bartape etc) then I will probably give it a spin on the Brazier if it's dry.
Post by: Carlosfandango on 10 February, 2016, 08:07:25 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 February, 2016, 09:31:14 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 February, 2016, 03:18:44 pm
The amended route gets us in at bang on 100km.
I will be departing from Tiptree, picking up Carlos in Pebmarsh if anyone else wants to meet along the way let me know and we can estimate times.
UPDATED ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12124379)
Post by: TimC on 11 February, 2016, 12:58:28 pm
Kedington Hill is fun either up or down, but I normally turn first left off the B1508 (another fast road with poor sightlines) up Chapel Hill. Not as steep as Spout Lane, but more pleasant.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 11 February, 2016, 01:17:59 pm
Noted on the piece around Sudbury, I will take that advice for sure!
Route now updated https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12124379 (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12124379)
Post by: TimC on 11 February, 2016, 01:23:39 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 11 February, 2016, 01:27:24 pm
Post by: tedshred on 12 February, 2016, 11:00:19 am
Half of me is thinking like Tomsk and ready to brave the elements.
The other half is remembering what the great man that is Bobb said recently "I'm not going out in that shit, you carry on".
I could have a day of fettling in my man cave and go on the club run Sunday morning.
Final decision this evening...
DL, don't even think of quoting rules at me when you aren't even coming :o
Post by: The Retiree on 12 February, 2016, 11:04:23 am
DL, don't even think of quoting rules at me when you aren't even coming :o
I'm afraid them's the rules and you know as well as me what Rule #1 is! I shall be out tomorrow O:-)
Post by: bobb on 12 February, 2016, 11:04:30 am
Likewise, I shall make a decision later...
Post by: tedshred on 12 February, 2016, 12:05:16 pm
I'm afraid them's the rules and you know as well as me what Rule #1 is! I shall be out tomorrow O:-)
That's good news DL. So you are coming out to meet Tippers and the Tiptree Velo lot then cycling up to Glemsford with us and back via Wally's for brunch following Tippers' 100km route ?
Post by: The Retiree on 12 February, 2016, 12:10:07 pm
That's good news DL. So you are coming out to meet Tippers and the Tiptree Velo lot then cycling up to Glemsford with us and back via Wally's for brunch following Tippers' 100km route ?
Er no Ted, mainly North Hill repeats penciled in for tomorrow, you're most welcome to join me if 100k is a little too far in the rain for you ;D
Post by: tedshred on 12 February, 2016, 12:16:37 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 12 February, 2016, 12:17:55 pm
Ah, an armchair critic.
That won't be possible as to the best of my knowledge my efforts won't be published/streamed live so you won't be able to watch me from the armchair ::-)
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 12 February, 2016, 01:22:32 pm
Factory Shop from Tiptree at 8 remains my intention.
Post by: bobb on 12 February, 2016, 02:40:58 pm
Post by: bobb on 12 February, 2016, 09:56:40 pm
Post by: tedshred on 13 February, 2016, 02:14:59 pm
Looking out the window, I can't say I feel I am missing out ;D
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 13 February, 2016, 02:37:42 pm
A good ride. Joined by The Jambuster (from Tiptree Velo) and The Beer Fueled Commuter for a nice dry and slightly cold ride up to Glemsford as planned.
Spotted Tomsk in the opposite direction with an eager young chap on his wheel between Wickham St Paul and Gestingthorpe.
A nice climb up to Glemsford followed by about 30 minutes with Malcolm in the shop for some coffee and some cake. Had a good chat about a few things and the BFC helped go through the gearing discussions I have been having with Tomsk and him over this week.
We left for Wallys and shortly after I hit a flint which again gashed my tubeless tyre resulting int he now familiar spray of sealant over everything. I tried my plug kit but the failed to work, I suspect the hole was too big and I had just lost too much sealant by the time I tired to use it so I put the tube in and blasted a CO2 cartridge in there to get back on the road.
Breakfast at Wally's and we discussed heading back the most direct route due to the worsening conditions but after a few KM we felt pretty good about things so took the slightly lumpier diversions i had planned up spout lane then along the back road from Bures to Wormingford. The BFC had a spectacular blowout at the top of the steep part of spout lane, I know it was good because he was some way in front and I heard it and saw the air/powder shoot out the side. The bead was separated from the tyre so he took charge of my spare Durano Plus to get him home.
I quick ride back from Fordham saw us back in Tiptree shortly after 13:30, mildly damp but happy I got out there.
Post by: The Retiree on 13 February, 2016, 02:42:29 pm
I went with the Bobb option and have spent the day fettling in my man cave instead.
Looking out the window, I can't say I feel I am missing out ;D
I won't ask what you were fettling with
being down Sarf has really softened you up.... we were under the impression you were a hard as nails Glaswegian but obviously not 
you should have joined me for the NH repeats 
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 February, 2016, 04:21:48 pm
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
Post by: The Retiree on 13 February, 2016, 04:31:18 pm
Train home.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 13 February, 2016, 05:05:26 pm
Tubeless is shit!Think the problem might actually be that I am a fat bastard! Tempting to just resign it until summer and get some durano pluses at this point.
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
I am riding the Braziers run next Saturday.
Post by: tedshred on 13 February, 2016, 05:15:27 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 13 February, 2016, 05:57:05 pm
Post by: Tomsk on 13 February, 2016, 07:31:05 pm
Spotted Tomsk in the opposite direction with an eager young chap on his wheel between Wickham St Paul and Gestingthorpe.
:thumbsup: Young Josh [Engineering student at Colchester Institute] has been out a few times on the Saturday social rides. We parted company with the club run at Sible Hedingham café and carried on for a 'Horses for Courses' perm. His longest previous ride was 50 miles [off road] :o 133 miles today, but at least a light headwind out and good tailwind back. Also no rain on the way back until Newmarket. He has the makings of a good randonneur - steady pace, impervious to weather, puts away food like it's going out of fashion etc...
Snetterton Park café was still shut and the model shop has closed for good, but fortunately there was a track day on the circuit [free entry for us] so the slightly more up-market restaurant there was open. I will have to re-think arrangements for the perm and calendar rides if the café remains closed.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 14 February, 2016, 05:34:29 pm
Post by: Tomsk on 14 February, 2016, 05:58:05 pm
100km with a tailwind makes any weather bearable! We actually saw the sun too [off and on, through thinner cloud...]!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 February, 2016, 07:03:13 pm
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
So, next Saturday (FORWARD PLANNING ;D ), my intention is to set off from Witham at about 8am and follow THIS ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12184416) to Clacton, grab a pint in The Old Lifeboat House (an unvisited Good Beer Guide pub), perhaps finding a spot of lunch and then getting the train home. There are trains every hour at 13 minutes past. Breakfast en route may or may not happen depending on what we find.
Anyone wanna come?
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 February, 2016, 09:54:25 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 February, 2016, 10:43:39 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 February, 2016, 11:07:08 am
I'm switching to the Schwalbe S-One tyres this week. Still tubeless but they are only half a square off the Durano Plus on the Protection rating on Schwalbes website. They have the V Guard belt so hopefully that makes the difference.....
If these don't work I think I'll be admitting defeat, for now, on the tubeless front.
Looking back over the time since I have been on tubeless, every ride that I have planned for over 100km I have ended up with a tube in the tyre or having to stop to get a hole sealed and pumping the tyre. Comfort and less rolling resistance can come at a cost but that is just stupid!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 February, 2016, 11:16:58 am
Like how many spare tyres you should carry for me? ;D
You're a funny man ;D
The contents of the Magic Bag Midi TMwill be at your disposal are they are for all my riding companions. I'm like the Fourth Emergency Service O:-) :smug:
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 February, 2016, 11:33:42 am
To be fair, I had a folded up Durano Plus in my Caradice this weekend and it came in Hand when the Beer Fuelled Commuter's Gator Hardshell decided it did not like being connected to it's bead any longer.
I still find the Durano the best 'spare' to carry as you just know it will get you home if you need it.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 February, 2016, 11:48:07 am
You could sell a rescue policy!
If I charged to rescue folks I probably wouldn't be able to take the piss as well - and that would be no fun!
Mind you, I fancy I shall be on the receiving end of some stick soon as the wheels on order from Malcolm of Glemsford will be shod with Conti GrandPrix 4 Seasons (28mm). We all know what's going to happen don't we? ??? ::-) :-\
Post by: The Retiree on 15 February, 2016, 11:51:29 am
If I charged to rescue folks I probably wouldn't be able to take the piss as well - and that would be no fun!
With those
Mind you, I fancy I shall be on the receiving end of some stick soon as the wheels on order from Malcolm of Glemsford will be shod with Conti GrandPrix 4 Seasons (28mm). We all know what's going to happen don't we? ??? ::-) :-\
I read yesterday that Malcolm had been involved in a traffic accident on Saturday whilst out on his bike (not sure how bad) but enough for him to be in hospital, have you heard anymore Tippers?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 15 February, 2016, 12:06:38 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 February, 2016, 12:43:12 pm
Oh dear, just been reading about Malcolm on FB. Sounds nasty. Hope he recovers soon.yeah, just seen that as well....bugger! He was looking forward to that TT as well!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 February, 2016, 06:42:30 pm
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
So, next Saturday (FORWARD PLANNING ;D ), my intention is to set off from Witham at about 8am and follow THIS ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12184416) to Clacton, grab a pint in The Old Lifeboat House (an unvisited Good Beer Guide pub), perhaps finding a spot of lunch and then getting the train home. There are trains every hour at 13 minutes past. Breakfast en route may or may not happen depending on what we find.
Anyone wanna come?
So thus far me and tippers are doing this ^^^
He's coming round to my house for 8am, will get fed a bacon butty after which we'll be off. Anyone else fancy it? You'll get a bacon butty, I could probably manage a veggie alternative if you're that way inclined.
Post by: The Retiree on 17 February, 2016, 06:44:37 pm
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
So, next Saturday (FORWARD PLANNING ;D ), my intention is to set off from Witham at about 8am and follow THIS ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12184416) to Clacton, grab a pint in The Old Lifeboat House (an unvisited Good Beer Guide pub), perhaps finding a spot of lunch and then getting the train home. There are trains every hour at 13 minutes past. Breakfast en route may or may not happen depending on what we find.
Anyone wanna come?
So thus far me and tippers are doing this ^^^
He's coming round to my house for 8am, will get fed a bacon butty after which we'll be off. Anyone else fancy it? You'll get a bacon butty, I could probably manage a veggie alternative if you're that way inclined.
Are you still getting the train back?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 February, 2016, 06:48:15 pm
I'm sure there are some unvisited GBG pubs in Clacton which is where I plan to go next Saturday. Wanna come? Train home.
So, next Saturday (FORWARD PLANNING ;D ), my intention is to set off from Witham at about 8am and follow THIS ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12184416) to Clacton, grab a pint in The Old Lifeboat House (an unvisited Good Beer Guide pub), perhaps finding a spot of lunch and then getting the train home. There are trains every hour at 13 minutes past. Breakfast en route may or may not happen depending on what we find.
Anyone wanna come?
So thus far me and tippers are doing this ^^^
He's coming round to my house for 8am, will get fed a bacon butty after which we'll be off. Anyone else fancy it? You'll get a bacon butty, I could probably manage a veggie alternative if you're that way inclined.
Are you still getting the train back?
Yup. Partly cos I've never been on the line to Clacton and partly cos I don't want to be late back as me and TCMR are off to see Dillie Keane (the lady who sung that DOGGING SONG (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXzaVOk_Ydk)) :thumbsup:
Post by: Carlosfandango on 17 February, 2016, 07:33:11 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 February, 2016, 07:37:54 pm
Saturday morning is free at the moment so I might see you in Clacton for a second breakfast. If that's ok?
That'll be terrific; except we'll be there about lunchtime. Would you like to meet us en route instead?
Post by: Carlosfandango on 17 February, 2016, 07:55:13 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 February, 2016, 08:44:55 pm
Post by: Carlosfandango on 17 February, 2016, 09:00:33 pm
Post by: Carlosfandango on 17 February, 2016, 09:01:03 pm
Post by: The Retiree on 17 February, 2016, 09:22:28 pm
What's a glimpse?
I wouldn't ask OD questions like that..... you are a Sister after all
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2016, 08:42:16 am
What's a glimpse?
Bloody clever and very useful is WHAT IT IS! (https://www.glympse.com/) We used it to great effect on the Country Bumpkins weekend. Its better if you download the app before hand but you don't have to.
Post by: Carlosfandango on 18 February, 2016, 10:13:51 am
Post by: The Retiree on 18 February, 2016, 10:16:09 am
Bloody hell, it's a stalkers dream!
I think they use it as a means of knowing when to visit Hurrells Lane and try and then deflect the attention on to me and the Danbury Dogger :o
Post by: Oscar's dad on 18 February, 2016, 10:17:33 am
Bloody hell, it's a stalkers dream!
Both parties need to give their consent! So no, it isn't.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 20 February, 2016, 05:42:16 pm
I left home a bit late after deciding I didn't need to find my keys only realising I did once I got to my bike and saw the military grade chain and lock around it. I ended up about 10 minutes behind schedule but that made for perfect timing for the bacon rolls and tea generously prepared by OD.
We headed out of Witham via the Notleys then took the turn down to the mill below Black Notley heading for Stisted towards the Colnes. The first piece of the kind of road that OD is famous for came soon after as we descended down the road that has been closed for years and ends up around the back of the Earls Colne Airfield.
We rod on through Earls Colne and White Colne where we took the left up towards Pebmarsh before turning off to Bures. Lots of small lanes and not too far out of Bures OD through a Straight Ahead at me which made little sense (to me) until I remembered who I was riding with. It was a fresh approach to Bures and it actually cut out a bit of uphill
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1603.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1603.JPG)
From Bures we took the back road on the Suffolk side of the Stour up Clicket Hill until the left back towards Wormingford. Shortly after we crossed back over the Stour into Essex. Where the usual route would take you up the hill into Wormingford today we took the track along the bottom of the valley until the climb up to Little Horkesley where we found Carlos waiting for us just over the road from the Beehive Pub.
We carried on down reasonably familiar roads until again we were given a "Right Turn" instruction that was a little dubious. This took us down Hundred lane which although Narrow was actually perfectly rideable. A small dip down and a quick climb up the other side and we were back on the road near Langham.
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1605.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1605.JPG)
Crossing over the A12 by Birchwood and on through Ardleigh it was all lovely. Coming close to Lawford we had another Straight on in a lefthand bend. This time it looks a little more 'challenging' but it had been a good day and it wouldn't be an OD route with out some proper COR.
This one was called Barn Lane and it was adorned with a burnt out Series One Discovery. There was a bit of walking and lots of feet down to rebalance due to some reasonably bat rutting. My new Durano pluses were struggling for grip but I managed OK. OD was in his element!
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1608.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1608.JPG)
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1607.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1607.JPG)
Not long after this we ended up on a Track that we may or may not have been allowed to ride on, we made it through without bullets flying so I suspect we were ok. We pushed on with a quick eyes closed 'holy shit' crossing of the A120 through Little Bentley, Tendring and Thorpe-le-Soken along the B Road. We spotted a Hunt along this bit of road, 3 riders and all the hounds, it was a pretty impressive sight.
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1610.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1610.JPG)
Just as the B Road was getting a bit boring another "LEFT" had us back on a Bridleway. This one had concrete tracks where a vehicle wheels might be and as OD found out they were quite difficult to negotiate if you came off them.
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1611.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1611.JPG)
The track was a real tooth rattler and it would have rattled anything slightly loose off the bike but the concrete under wheel actually made for OK going.
(http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1612.JPG) (http://www.thebrunners.com/yacf/MEWBS/IMG_1612.JPG)
Shortly afterwards we ended up in Clacton at The Old Lifeboat House Pub which I have to say is a Cracker. They do £2.70 pints on Wednesday as well so combined with a train back to Witham/Chelmsford I think it would make a great MEMWNS location.
Thanks again to OD for sorting the route, I really enjoyed it and the train home in the rain and wind was a treat! Carlos went hard and rode home on his Tod, Legend ;D
Post by: jiberjaber on 20 February, 2016, 06:09:32 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 February, 2016, 07:21:37 am
I was quite pleased to manage 4 hours on the bike and 50+ miles non-stop. I was getting a bit knackered as we approached Clacton but was OK again after a rest.
Where shall we go next? I'm busy next weekend but we'll have to do another breakfast ride again soon.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 21 February, 2016, 08:27:21 pm
Any unvisited pubs in Harwich? Also, I have never been to Burnham on the bike?
Post by: huggy on 22 February, 2016, 09:13:14 am
... I have never been to Burnham on the bike?There will be some opportunities to ride to Burnham this year with Tomsk's and my new Audax rides :)
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 February, 2016, 10:25:39 am
Costal with a train station was Quality ;D
Any unvisited pubs in Harwich? Also, I have never been to Burnham on the bike?
I think I did the Harwich GBG pubs last year, that's not to say they can't be don again. I think there are some Burnham pubs GBG pubs, I'll check.
Post by: tedshred on 22 February, 2016, 01:16:29 pm
Harwich, Clacton, Walton, Frinton, Wivenhoe, Fambridge, Burnham, Southend, Shoeburyness, Benfleet, Leigh on Sea, Manningtree, Wrabness, Mistley (Shotleigh is an interesting place and isn't too far from Manningtree or Ipswich), Ipswich, Felixstowe and, just for Oaky, Lowestoft.
There are some ferry possibilities in there as well.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 22 February, 2016, 03:47:50 pm
Post by: huggy on 22 February, 2016, 03:53:43 pm
Flippin' heck! All of a sudden everyone's buying Durano Plus tyres and thinking getting the train home is a good "concept". Do all these developments make me a legendary thought leader?No, you're just wearing everyone down with your wit and boyish charm, or something like that anyway
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 February, 2016, 08:37:20 am
Costal with a train station was Quality ;D
Any unvisited pubs in Harwich? Also, I have never been to Burnham on the bike?
I think I did the Harwich GBG pubs last year, that's not to say they can't be don again. I think there are some Burnham pubs GBG pubs, I'll check.
I like this as a concept.
Harwich, Clacton, Walton, Frinton, Wivenhoe, Fambridge, Burnham, Southend, Shoeburyness, Benfleet, Leigh on Sea, Manningtree, Wrabness, Mistley (Shotleigh is an interesting place and isn't too far from Manningtree or Ipswich), Ipswich, Felixstowe and, just for Oaky, Lowestoft.
There are some ferry possibilities in there as well.
So, I have just had a thumb through my now well thumbed copy of the 2013 Good Beer Guide. Here are the unvisited GBG pub opportunities which fit the above criteria (at the seaside, could involve a ferry and / or train) ...
- Brightlingsea, combined with ...
- Wivenhoe
- Burnham-on-Crouch
- Grays :o , combined with ...
- Little Thurrock, combined with ...
- Stanford-le-Hope
- Kirby-le-Soken (could be a day long trip revisiting Clacton and also The Haywain GBG pub at Little Bromley, passed on Saturday) and ...
- Walton-on-the Naze
- Leigh-on-Sea, combined with ...
- Southend-on-Sea, combined with ...
- Westcliff-on-Sea
- Rowhedge
Gosh! I hadn't realised the possibilities until I'd typed it all up. And you lot still want to go audaxing? There's your summer riding programme right there ^^^ ;D Whole weekends could be lost ;D
Post by: Tomsk on 23 February, 2016, 07:24:27 pm
So, I have just had a thumb through my now well thumbed copy of the 2013 Good Beer Guide. Here are the unvisited GBG pub opportunities which fit the above criteria (at the seaside, could involve a ferry and / or train) ...
- Brightlingsea, combined with ...
- Wivenhoe
- Burnham-on-Crouch
- Grays :o , combined with ...
- Little Thurrock, combined with ...
- Stanford-le-Hope
- Kirby-le-Soken (could be a day long trip revisiting Clacton and also The Haywain GBG pub at Little Bromley, passed on Saturday) and ...
- Walton-on-the Naze
- Leigh-on-Sea, combined with ...
- Southend-on-Sea, combined with ...
- Westcliff-on-Sea
- Rowhedge
Gosh! I hadn't realised the possibilities until I'd typed it all up. And you lot still want to go audaxing? There's your summer riding programme right there ^^^ ;D Whole weekends could be lost ;D
:thumbsup: Quite a few of those places feature on my 'Kingdom of the East Saxons' 400km route, or are quite near to it - I like the idea of a touring version of Audax ['a good ride spoiled'] - I last did an extended multi-day route-check [of 'Hereward' 300km] in about 2011.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 February, 2016, 08:10:49 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 23 February, 2016, 08:27:22 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 February, 2016, 08:28:54 pm
Kingdom of the East Saxons tour on my Fixie later in the summer....long weekend. ...hmmmm
That sounds interesting. Want some company?
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 February, 2016, 04:51:28 pm
No, Fuck off ;DKingdom of the East Saxons tour on my Fixie later in the summer....long weekend. ...hmmmm
That sounds interesting. Want some company?
Just kidding, company would be great
BTW, is the Bristol Arms in Shotley in the 2013 Good Beer Guide and if so is it still on the to do list? (I know it's in Suffolk) but when the summer comes a ride to Shotley, a pint and then the Ferry to Harwich might be fun?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 February, 2016, 05:08:15 pm
I don't know, I'm not home right now but will check later. Is there a GPX of the route somewhere? I could cross reference it against the 2013 GBG and see if a unvisited pub crawl could be contrived. Hic.
Post by: tedshred on 29 February, 2016, 05:13:50 pm
The food and beer are actually pretty decent but it is just so huge.
If you go there on a Sunday I should imagine it's full. If you go there the rest of the time it is just very big. I have been there when berthed at Shotley Marina and I used to go down to Shotley on the bike on a Saturday quite often last year.
That part of Shotley is a cool place anyway. On one side you have the liners and ferries at Harwich and on the other the mega container ships at Felixstowe. There is also a little museum from HMS Ganges and the buildings are still there.
Also worthy of note on the Shotley peninsula are the Butt & Oyster at Pinmill and the café at Woolverstone Marina. There is also a café/bar/restaurant at Shotley Marina if you like watching people trying to get in and out of a tidal lock.
There is Manningtree or Ipswich as a train option as well. If it isn't too heretic, I am often up that way in the car on Saturdays on school collection duty as another option. There are all sorts of parts of the Suffolk cycle routes around there and on the other side of the A12.
Is there a MEWBS ride on Saturday by the way ? I am ready for my new OD inspired approach to cycling...
Perhaps young master Tokyo Sexpest could be persuaded to come out some time as well.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 February, 2016, 05:14:15 pm
Part A (https://ridewithgps.com/events/Kingdom-of-the-Saxons-400km-Audax)
Part B (https://ridewithgps.com/events/Kingdom-of-the-Saxons-400km-Audax)
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 February, 2016, 05:20:34 pm
Mrs Tippers and the biggest of the little tippers are heading to the X-Factor concert ( :sick:) on Saturday. I might be able to sneak out early but I have my doubts!
I am likely missing something very clear but I can't work out the identity of our new friend...the Sex Pest as you put it.
Post by: tedshred on 29 February, 2016, 05:23:58 pm
He reveals his true identity elsewhere on this forum and it is no surprise. If I knew how to do fancy clicky links then I might do one now but I am sure you can track it down.
Anyone else for MEWBS on Saturday ?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 February, 2016, 05:26:48 pm
It took me a while to work out who he was.
Like you say ted, no surprise CLICKY (https://yacf.co.uk/forum/index.php?topic=96177.0).
Post by: Oscar's dad on 29 February, 2016, 05:28:27 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 29 February, 2016, 05:40:07 pm
it might later lead to a loss of several of your possessions but the initial result would seem good ;-)
Post by: bobb on 14 April, 2016, 05:21:07 pm
Post by: tedshred on 15 April, 2016, 09:21:13 am
I should be sorting out my boat but I need some miles this week.
Forecast is not too bad.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 April, 2016, 10:28:48 am
Tall Green House café, Burnham-on-Crouch (http://tallgreenhouse.co.uk/coffee-shop/)?
edit: Ted, to add miles I could swing over to Mersea to meet up before heading towards Burnham?
Post by: bobb on 15 April, 2016, 10:48:10 am
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5337/8987920624_7ce1d6edd3_b.jpg)
:)
Post by: tedshred on 15 April, 2016, 10:49:10 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 April, 2016, 10:57:25 am
I'll put a route together that should get us to Burnham around 10:30 or 11?
Post by: tedshred on 15 April, 2016, 12:25:13 pm
I need to persuade number 2 son to sort out the boat tomorrow morning but, subject to that and catching up a bit of sleep after last night, I should be there.
I will be on fixed until such time as there is a resolution on my other bike.
Post by: jiberjaber on 15 April, 2016, 08:57:48 pm
Its such a shame there aren't more lanes in the South of Essex like there is elsewhere.
Post by: bobb on 15 April, 2016, 10:04:25 pm
Post by: huggy on 15 April, 2016, 10:20:38 pm
Also how cycle friendly the Tall Green House Cafe is to be promoted as a control in Burnham.
Appreciate any feedback :)
BTW, my 200 & 100k routes are now live on AUK and both have received their first entry!
p.s. I'm not able to join you so don't expect to see me
Post by: jiberjaber on 15 April, 2016, 10:47:20 pm
I think I struggled to find a cafe stop in Burnham at the time, the one I did stop at was OK, but not great, there is another one on the high street which is very popular with motorbikers which I had forgotten on about at the time. Queens Head is popular with the Chelmsford CTC from what I remember.
Latchingdon is only second to Cold Norton for aggressive vehicular hassle and the 'TT' route out of Lachingdon towards 'glow in the dark' Bradwell was not that pleasant with traffic. As I mentioned, the lack of lanes means it is similar to some of the riding in Yorkshire where every B road is more busy that you might expect... That was a weekday (Monday) so might be different on a Saturday (certainly earlier in the day).
https://www.strava.com/activities/340354031
Hope you have a good ride out chaps which ever route you decide to get there...
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 April, 2016, 10:50:16 pm
Post by: bobb on 15 April, 2016, 10:57:19 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 15 April, 2016, 11:22:12 pm
I know this is a little late in the day to post about tomorrow morning but if you do see this before you depart then it would be interesting to see how much of my proposed Essex R&R route to Burnham you can follow: https://goo.gl/maps/pyA1P9mf5KB2:thumbsup:
Also how cycle friendly the Tall Green House Cafe is to be promoted as a control in Burnham.
Appreciate any feedback :)
BTW, my 200 & 100k routes are now live on AUK and both have received their first entry!
p.s. I'm not able to join you so don't expect to see me
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 16 April, 2016, 02:01:14 pm
Bobb and I found a cafe on that B road as we tracked back, Sherlock Cafe and although it was small we got there before the rush and had a breakfast which I thought was excellent both quality and quantity wise.
Huggy, I tried to ride the route but due to not being able to figure out how to get a GPX from the google track (is it even possible?) and not making the time to put a GPX together I ended up trying to wing it a bit....not good with my sense of direction and even worse when you try to get help from a garmin! I did follow a bit of it though and I'll send over some thoughts/observations. I think it will be a lovely route in the summer with some excellent views of the Reservoirs and Rivers (funny that ;D)
I must say though, for a country bumpkin it all starts getting a bit uncomfortable and stressful for me around Stock. Lots of big 4WD passing nice and close but it soons improves once you head away from there.
My internal compass very nearly had me heading for South End instead of Burnham. I decided to use the Garmin to find my way as I was in a bit of a muddle. It told me Burnham was 6.75km away I thought, Great and hit go. I then came up with the route @ 26.75 and I had an hour to get there! A TT along the A132 (I don't recommend it for enjoyable cycling) got me to South Woodham pretty quickly and then I thought it was a flat to downhill run to Burnham....not quite but I did make it in about 10 minutes late to find Bobb pondering the cafe options.
Good day out, the rain stayed away other than a few small drops and although cold it was OK for me in my shorts on the bottom but the Gore jacket on the top had me just right.
Post by: bobb on 16 April, 2016, 02:22:09 pm
Post by: jiberjaber on 16 April, 2016, 03:12:28 pm
A good ride out this morning. Other that the targeted cafe was closed and the other 2 cafe's in Burnham High Street were closed, we were quite clearly told so in one of them.
Bobb and I found a cafe on that B road as we tracked back, Sherlock Cafe and although it was small we got there before the rush and had a breakfast which I thought was excellent both quality and quantity wise.
Huggy, I tried to ride the route but due to not being able to figure out how to get a GPX from the google track (is it even possible?) and not making the time to put a GPX together I ended up trying to wing it a bit....not good with my sense of direction and even worse when you try to get help from a garmin! I did follow a bit of it though and I'll send over some thoughts/observations. I think it will be a lovely route in the summer with some excellent views of the Reservoirs and Rivers (funny that ;D)
I must say though, for a country bumpkin it all starts getting a bit uncomfortable and stressful for me around Stock. Lots of big 4WD passing nice and close but it soons improves once you head away from there.
My internal compass very nearly had me heading for South End instead of Burnham. I decided to use the Garmin to find my way as I was in a bit of a muddle. It told me Burnham was 6.75km away I thought, Great and hit go. I then came up with the route @ 26.75 and I had an hour to get there! A TT along the A132 (I don't recommend it for enjoyable cycling) got me to South Woodham pretty quickly and then I thought it was a flat to downhill run to Burnham....not quite but I did make it in about 10 minutes late to find Bobb pondering the cafe options.
Good day out, the rain stayed away other than a few small drops and although cold it was OK for me in my shorts on the bottom but the Gore jacket on the top had me just right.
Sounds like you had a good ride of it. That B1007 is not nice to ride on as you head South from the A12, on Saturday mornings I have had too many near passes on that little climb out, so much so I detour via London Hill/Swan Lane to get to Stock usually. Probably left on to Downham and then Right on to Mill Lane (which is my usual from that direction) would have served you better plus you would have had the windmill as well :)
Did you ride past the house of scrap on your way out to the Jungle? I didn't get a picture last time time but must try and pluck up the courage to head out that way to get one...
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 April, 2016, 04:56:20 pm
So, my fine fellows I invite you to gird your loins, throw caution to the wind, bring a hefty lock and ride with me to the Theobald Arms in Grays and Traitor's Gate in Little Thurrock!
We can decide on which 'spoons will serve us with brekkie, or perhaps another cafe, depending on who wants to come along. In the meantime I will start plotting a route.
What say you?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 23 April, 2016, 05:31:14 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 23 April, 2016, 07:40:32 pm
I am thinking of doings a bit of North Hill related activity tomorrow followed by breakfast at the greasy spoon in Maldon. Home by about 10:30 I reckon.
Post by: Oaky on 28 April, 2016, 03:35:27 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 April, 2016, 03:37:10 pm
I currently have the 7th earmarked for a 200 DIY. Possibly round huggy's R&R route.
Ah ok, can I come with you?
Post by: huggy on 28 April, 2016, 03:40:30 pm
I must get a rationalised GPX track put together for it soon then ::-)I currently have the 7th earmarked for a 200 DIY. Possibly round huggy's R&R route.
Ah ok, can I come with you?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 April, 2016, 03:46:20 pm
Post by: Oaky on 28 April, 2016, 04:23:31 pm
I currently have the 7th earmarked for a 200 DIY. Possibly round huggy's R&R route.
Ah ok, can I come with you?
Of course! (tempting though it was just to post a flat "No" ;D)
Post by: Oscar's dad on 28 April, 2016, 04:28:45 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 04 May, 2016, 10:21:48 am
You might get to laugh at me on my first attempt at TMNH on Fixed and it might possibly be the end of my ride ;D
Post by: Oaky on 04 May, 2016, 10:52:08 am
I'll be departing from home and hoovering OD up either there or at the Maltings lane/ Maldon road mini-roundabout.
Post by: huggy on 04 May, 2016, 11:21:44 am
Post by: jiberjaber on 04 May, 2016, 11:28:02 am
I must get a rationalised GPX track put together for it soon then ::-)I currently have the 7th earmarked for a 200 DIY. Possibly round huggy's R&R route.
Ah ok, can I come with you?
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13509067
I ran your google maps route through http://www.gpsvisualizer.com/ - not checked it, but might be a good starter for 10..
ETA: Oppps x-posted in the either!...
Post by: Oaky on 04 May, 2016, 12:08:44 pm
This the final Essex R&R route (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13507579) subject to route check ride. Please feel free to ride as much/little of it as you like and provide copious amounts of feedback :thumbsup:
I'm going to be riding essentially the above, although I'm not planning to head North of Witham at the start, but will instead ride more directly to Hat. Pev and pick up Huggy's route there. I'm also using my house as my start/finish control point for DIY porpoises.
My DIY by GPS form looks essentially like:-
Start: Witham CM8 1**
CHECKPOINTS:
Please list your checkpoint locations and distances
Location OS Grid Ref Distance (kms)
01. Danbury, Essex 11.4
02. Stock, Essex 25.5
03. Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex 57.1
04. Tillingham, Essex 68.5
05. Essex Wildlife Trust Abberton Reservoir 109.4
06. Sudbury, Suffolk 139.7
07. Finchingfield, Essex 164.5
08. The Compasses, Littley Green, Essex 184.8
09. Witham, Essex, CM8 1** 202.1
Distances from Google walking mode as per DIY audax validation guidelines.
Post by: Oaky on 04 May, 2016, 12:10:33 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 04 May, 2016, 01:31:06 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 May, 2016, 02:32:48 pm
Post by: Oaky on 05 May, 2016, 07:41:30 am
I'll ping you (and tippers) a tweaked version of the route once I've made sure it passes close enough to the actual control points that I put on my DIY form. That way we can both sit in tippers' slipstream ;-)
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 05 May, 2016, 11:00:31 am
Though I am happy to keep quiet if I do end up on the front.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 May, 2016, 04:56:04 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 May, 2016, 09:49:27 am
I have a day free on Saturday (21st) so am planning to resurrect the plan below which was shelved in preference to accompanying Oaky on his route test of huggy's 200 ...
Hello folks, I have earmarkedSaturday 7th Mayfor a day long ride which could easily start with breakfast at a 'spoons hence my posting here. I fancy bagging a few more unvisited Essex Good Beer Guide pubs and for some time have been looking warily at those located in the badlands of Essex, places like Grays and Little Thurrock.
So, my fine fellows I invite you to gird your loins, throw caution to the wind, bring a hefty lock and ride with me to the Theobald Arms in Grays and Traitor's Gate in Little Thurrock!
We can decide on which 'spoons will serve us with brekkie, or perhaps another cafe, depending on who wants to come along. In the meantime I will start plotting a route.
Re the above idea ^^^, a route SOMETHING LIKE THIS (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13289451) perhaps?
I'm not entire sure of the exact logistics (start time and breakfast venue etc) as it will depend if anyone wants to come with me.
Who fancies a ride with a difference?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 03 June, 2016, 05:23:10 pm
And now for something a little different ...!
I have been inspired by this smashing little film LOVELY LITTLE FILM! (https://vimeo.com/84343669)
So cordially invite you to meet me by the benches at Hoemill Lock where we can brew up coffee or tea or any other drink on whatever outdoor cooking device you have to hand. Or indeed you could just bring a flask. If I remember I will bring the Surly hip flask and I also hope to be packing some cake.
I was thinking of Saturday 11th June, at about 9:30am. I reckon to be leaving Witham at about 8am so feel free to tag along.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 04 June, 2016, 08:29:53 am
Great idea....unless the boss says different I will be there
Post by: Oscar's dad on 04 June, 2016, 09:14:20 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 June, 2016, 09:11:54 am
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsc1dawbrx.jpg)
There's a picnic table and bench which I shall supplement with my own furniture ;D
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zps7ji4eqwq.jpg)
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l160/stevenr_01/Mobile%20Uploads/FullSizeRender_zpsgf7yullf.jpg)
It looks a bit muddy but it wasn't, just some bare earth.
If you are thinking of bringing small people be aware there is deep water on either side on the grassy area - and a lock!
Should anyone want to come but not have a stove please let me know, I can bring extra kit.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 07 June, 2016, 09:15:36 am
I don't have a stove but I might be slack and just bring a thermos with coffee from the machine ;D
Post by: Oscar's dad on 07 June, 2016, 09:21:12 am
:thumbsup:
I don't have a stove but I might be slack and just bring a thermos with coffee from the machine ;D
That's perfect! Just be there!
Post by: Tomsk on 07 June, 2016, 07:23:35 pm
The deal is: turn up with a cake, and sample as many as you can, at St Mary's Vicarage, Churchend, Dunmow, 3-6pm. Fancy dress optional. Two cake-based events in one day :thumbsup:
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 11 June, 2016, 05:11:12 pm
Post by: jiberjaber on 11 June, 2016, 10:11:00 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 12 June, 2016, 08:13:02 am
Thanks for coming up with the idea OD. That was a cracking morning of riding and drinking coffee with mates.
No worries, I really enjoyed it too!
After you left 'fandango and family turned up plus some Witham Cycling riders.
Next time we could try cooking something. I also found a tap on the other side of the canal. It was behind a couple of gates marked "Private" but I'm sure no-one will mind.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 08 July, 2016, 03:43:35 pm
My plan is to follow national cycle paths on THIS ROUTE (https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14954680) so expecting some COR but nothing brutal. I am intending to leave Tiptree between 07:30 and 08:00
Breakfast along the way or possibly in Wivenhoe followed by a likely train trip home (but it will depend on the energy levels)
Happy if anyone wants to join us, it will be a pretty low speed affair but beware....the girl can put the hammer down if you offer a race!
Post by: jiberjaber on 08 July, 2016, 04:01:39 pm
Captain Slow and I are probably venturing to Terling Owl at some point on Saturday and then on to Compasses and home via the beer festival (again)...
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 08 July, 2016, 04:15:13 pm
Wind....what wind...I am going to be on the Gravel Bike....looking forward to giving it a test on COR which is not basically an effluent pond!
Post by: bobb on 08 July, 2016, 09:24:49 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2016, 02:45:39 pm
Post by: delthebike on 10 November, 2016, 04:43:01 pm
Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?Is that the little cafe just before the double mini roundabouts on the A414/The Ridge junction?
If it is I've been told they don't like sweaty cyclists sitting on their seats and none of the clubs I've ridden with have ever gone there.
Not too far from there to Bringey Pine or the Glasshouse at Gt. Baddow.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2016, 04:46:35 pm
Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?Is that the little cafe just before the double mini roundabouts on the A414/The Ridge junction?
If it is I've been told they don't like sweaty cyclists sitting on their seats and none of the clubs I've ridden with have ever gone there.
Not too far from there to Bringey Pine or the Glasshouse at Gt. Baddow.
Correct. huggy used it as a control last Saturday (with their consent) so they must have had a change of heart. Mind you I don't mind going somewhere else that's close by.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 November, 2016, 04:47:20 pm
Post by: huggy on 10 November, 2016, 05:37:48 pm
They were very accommodating as a control and happy even to just stamp cards for anyone not stopping for refreshments. However, I did call in there late morning last Saturday just to make sure everything was okay with the audax going through - they were quite busy and had reserved tables, they were even turning normal civilians away. Later in the day several audaxers stopped there for coffee & caik, made to feel welcome.Correct. huggy used it as a control last Saturday (with their consent) so they must have had a change of heart. Mind you I don't mind going somewhere else that's close by.Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?Is that the little cafe just before the double mini roundabouts on the A414/The Ridge junction?
If it is I've been told they don't like sweaty cyclists sitting on their seats and none of the clubs I've ridden with have ever gone there.
Not too far from there to Bringey Pine or the Glasshouse at Gt. Baddow.
Post by: delthebike on 10 November, 2016, 05:40:14 pm
Post by: BFC on 11 November, 2016, 03:14:46 pm
Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?
When and where do you expect to set off from - I'll see if I'm awake early enough after a week of late shifts.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 November, 2016, 03:43:22 pm
Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?
When and where do you expect to set off from - I'll see if I'm awake early enough after a week of late shifts.
Spa Road roundabout. What time suits you?
Post by: BFC on 11 November, 2016, 08:45:08 pm
9:00 or later, I'll moderate the Essex Energy Drink intake tonight.Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?
When and where do you expect to set off from - I'll see if I'm awake early enough after a week of late shifts.
Spa Road roundabout. What time suits you?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 11 November, 2016, 09:25:05 pm
9:00 or later, I'll moderate the Essex Energy Drink intake tonight.Does anyone fancy a spin on Saturday morning? Yes I know it'll probably be raining. I won't be up for breakfast but a coffee might work. Dakota has yet to go up TMNH so perhaps Tea on the Green, Danbury?
When and where do you expect to set off from - I'll see if I'm awake early enough after a week of late shifts.
Spa Road roundabout. What time suits you?
9am at the roundabout.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 13 November, 2016, 11:45:58 am
Me and The BFC got wet but we had fun. We also had coffee and cake at Tea on the Green. The end.
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 14 November, 2016, 10:01:17 am
I forgot about this thread.....too much focus on Audax....I think the winter is a good time to get back into the breakfast rides actually.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2016, 10:16:25 am
:thumbsup:
I forgot about this thread.....too much focus on Audax....I think the winter is a good time to get back into the breakfast rides actually.
Indeed!
Post by: tedshred on 14 November, 2016, 10:22:31 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 14 November, 2016, 11:20:40 am
it might all be cleared up by then but on Thursday I found the far side of the Alcohol - Bike riding limit. Several excursions into the verges resulting in a very relaxed roll into shrubbery led to me walking the majority of the 7.5 miles home. I decided to ride the last bit as the walking would have sobered me up and managed another verge excursion which ended with me deep into a Bramble bush. I got home and as I opened the door I noticed quite a lot of blood on my face from several scratches from said brambles :facepalm:
Oh, and when I said I am off the booze last week, free beer seems to have been an exception to the rule.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2016, 11:35:55 am
Yep, I am going to aim to make it on Sunday and I won't even try and DIY or DIY ECE it......imagine that!
it might all be cleared up by then but on Thursday I found the far side of the Alcohol - Bike riding limit. Several excursions into the verges resulting in a very relaxed roll into shrubbery led to me walking the majority of the 7.5 miles home. I decided to ride the last bit as the walking would have sobered me up and managed another verge excursion which ended with me deep into a Bramble bush. I got home and as I opened the door I noticed quite a lot of blood on my face from several scratches from said brambles :facepalm:
Oh, and when I said I am off the booze last week, free beer seems to have been an exception to the rule.
Well funny! How much did you drink?
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 14 November, 2016, 11:41:51 am
Post by: Oscar's dad on 14 November, 2016, 11:46:04 am
A couple ;D
You need lessons from Oaky, he can still ride a bike even if he is too wasted to walk!
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 March, 2017, 09:53:19 am
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 March, 2017, 10:51:09 am
Post by: jiberjaber on 10 March, 2017, 01:13:32 pm
Post by: tedshred on 10 March, 2017, 01:15:04 pm
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Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 March, 2017, 01:30:05 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 10 March, 2017, 01:49:46 pm
Come ride the Copdock with Ted and I OD!
Nah, I prefer rides which start and finish at my back gate.
Post by: Carlosfandango on 10 March, 2017, 06:49:10 pm
Post by: jiberjaber on 10 March, 2017, 08:58:21 pm
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 March, 2017, 10:23:43 pm
Is anyone else riding Braziers Run tomorrow?Tomsk and I will be there
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 March, 2017, 10:24:42 pm
I was going to but couldn't be bothered with the ece to get a 200... as I wanted to get back for the Calcutta Cup so I'll just be doing a local 100 with a huffer stop - though I have planned a ECE 100km out to the 'uts during the week... There is a 4km detour if the rail bridge/tunnel is closed btw.Kieron sent a mail shortly after 7 to say all clear!
Post by: jiberjaber on 10 March, 2017, 10:28:06 pm
I was going to but couldn't be bothered with the ece to get a 200... as I wanted to get back for the Calcutta Cup so I'll just be doing a local 100 with a huffer stop - though I have planned a ECE 100km out to the 'uts during the week... There is a 4km detour if the rail bridge/tunnel is closed btw.Kieron sent a mail shortly after 7 to say all clear!
Thats good news... but bad news is its full, so no EOL.... quite looking forward to a Huffer though :)
Post by: tippers_kiwi on 10 March, 2017, 10:38:46 pm
Sensible! Hence I ride to the start of the rides then I still start at my gate ;DCome ride the Copdock with Ted and I OD!
Nah, I prefer rides which start and finish at my back gate.
Post by: bobb on 16 March, 2017, 04:54:49 pm
Next Saturday (week tomorrow) I'm planning to ride huggy's Stansted Express route. I would like to make a 7am start from Witham but if anyone would like to join me or meet along the way please do so.
Are you still doing this?
Post by: huggy on 16 March, 2017, 05:00:40 pm
Yes, we're planning to leave Witham at 7. Wanna meet en route?Next Saturday (week tomorrow) I'm planning to ride huggy's Stansted Express route. I would like to make a 7am start from Witham but if anyone would like to join me or meet along the way please do so.
Are you still doing this?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 March, 2017, 05:13:51 pm
Yes, we're planning to leave Witham at 7. Wanna meet en route?Next Saturday (week tomorrow) I'm planning to ride huggy's Stansted Express route. I would like to make a 7am start from Witham but if anyone would like to join me or meet along the way please do so.
Are you still doing this?
Wear your ACME gear for photos.
Post by: bobb on 16 March, 2017, 06:04:54 pm
Wanna meet en route?
Yeah, does the route cross a north/south line with Chelmsford?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 March, 2017, 06:08:57 pm
Wanna meet en route?
Yeah, does the route cross a north/south line with Chelmsford?
We could meet at St Anne's Castle.
Post by: bobb on 16 March, 2017, 06:36:34 pm
We could meet at St Anne's Castle.
Ok, I just found the route, I see it goes right past there. Just under 8 miles from Witham, so if I get there for 07:30, that should be about right. Unless you absolutely smash it :P
Post by: Oscar's dad on 16 March, 2017, 06:53:46 pm
Post by: The Family Cyclist on 07 April, 2017, 02:42:44 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 April, 2017, 08:11:29 am
Anyhow, who'd like to come and what time do we want to set off? Oaky said he needed to be back by early afternoon.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 21 April, 2017, 08:20:50 am
Post by: bobb on 09 September, 2021, 01:49:49 pm
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 September, 2021, 01:57:14 pm
Over 4 years since we last did this! Anyone fancy a resurrection soon?
Oddly I was thinking about this just the other day! Although the first Saturday I could do would be 9th October which is the day after a proposed 1 night bivvy trip so in actual fact could tie in nicely.
Post by: tedshred on 09 September, 2021, 02:58:10 pm
I need some mojo and this could be part of the solution. October looks like a good start date.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 September, 2021, 03:00:29 pm
I was also thinking about MEWBS.
I need some mojo and this could be part of the solution. October looks like a good start date.
Are you going to come on our bivvy?
Post by: tedshred on 09 September, 2021, 03:19:40 pm
I am hoping to squeeze as much time out on the water as I can before the weather gives up for another year.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 09 September, 2021, 03:23:52 pm
Probably not.
I am hoping to squeeze as much time out on the water as I can before the weather gives up for another year.
It'll be an after work on Friday affair. So meet up, ride a bit, eats and drinks, bivvy in the Marks Tey / Chappel area, ride home on Saturday morning which could be a MEWBS ride. You could be afloat by Saturday lunchtime at the latest!
We have a prospective host, I'm just checking what sort of numbers said host can accommodate.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 September, 2021, 07:38:40 am
In theory what follows would warrant a separate thread but I'm keeping this low key as I don't want a massive response.
Some of you will know chief, a good mate of Oaky's, who has been around for years. chief has a house with in the Aldham area (a bit north of Marks Tey) which has sufficient land (plus outside loo!) for us to have a bivvy / little tent session. The plan is that we meet chief on the evening of Friday 8th October at The Chequers, Great Tey and after suitable refreshment and a bit to eat (I need to check The Chequers does food) chief escorts us to his liar. Then, the following morning, after a breakfast cook off and perhaps Epiphany stylee early morning brew competition we will depart and go about our lives.
We are treating this inaugural event as a trial so want to restrict numbers to 10. If you'd like to take part please PM me, 3 places have already gone.
Who's in? :thumbsup:
Post by: jiberjaber on 17 September, 2021, 03:59:06 pm
Hello peeps,
In theory what follows would warrant a separate thread but I'm keeping this low key as I don't want a massive response.
Some of you will know chief, a good mate of Oaky's, who has been around for years. chief has a house with in the Aldham area (a bit north of Marks Tey) which has sufficient land (plus outside loo!) for us to have a bivvy / little tent session. The plan is that we meet chief on the evening of Friday 8th October at The Chequers, Great Tey and after suitable refreshment and a bit to eat (I need to check The Chequers does food) chief escorts us to his liar. Then, the following morning, after a breakfast cook off and perhaps Epiphany stylee early morning brew competition we will depart and go about our lives.
We are treating this inaugural event as a trial so want to restrict numbers to 10. If you'd like to take part please PM me, 3 places have already gone.
Who's in? :thumbsup:
Yes please! (not sure Chequeres is as was, new owner etc I think!)... but it's snot far from the original destination of The Swan ?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 September, 2021, 04:16:58 pm
Yes please! (not sure Chequeres is as was, new owner etc I think!)... but it's snot far from the original destination of The Swan ?
Jibers is on the list
We are now full although I'll ask chief whether he's willing to go beyond 10 as some local folks like ted for example haven't surfaced yet.
We can hammer out details details like routes and pubs nearer the time. I only mentioned The Compasses at GT as chief mentioned it, I think its his nearest boozer and I think recovering from his back op is preventing him going too far. If necessary we can meet him there for last orders.
Post by: bobb on 17 September, 2021, 04:25:36 pm
...some local folks like ted for example haven't surfaced yet.
Probably busy playing Captain fucking Birdseye somewhere....
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 September, 2021, 04:45:57 pm
...some local folks like ted for example haven't surfaced yet.
Probably busy playing Captain fucking Birdseye somewhere....
Repelling boarders and such like :thumbsup:
Post by: tedshred on 17 September, 2021, 04:47:31 pm
Probably busy playing Captain fucking Birdseye somewhere....
ARRRR
Post by: Oscar's dad on 17 September, 2021, 04:50:18 pm
Probably busy playing Captain fucking Birdseye somewhere....
ARRRR
So do you wanna come on a bivvy / small tent thing?
Post by: psyclist on 01 October, 2021, 07:12:29 pm
We can hammer out details details like routes and pubs nearer the time.
Is it nearer the time yet?
Post by: Oscar's dad on 02 October, 2021, 01:15:10 pm
We can hammer out details details like routes and pubs nearer the time.
Is it nearer the time yet?
Nearly, I need to touch base with chief and I'll then drop a PM out to everyone who has expressed an interest. Expect something on Monday.
Post by: Oscar's dad on 05 October, 2021, 11:41:51 am
We can hammer out details details like routes and pubs nearer the time.
Is it nearer the time yet?
Nearly, I need to touch base with chief and I'll then drop a PM out to everyone who has expressed an interest. Expect something on Monday.
As promised above I have just dropped a PM out to everyone who has expressed an interest in the bivvy / camping mini adventure at chief's this Friday night. If you haven't received a PM please let me know.
It should be a smashing affair, we've had a drop out so could fit one or two latecomers in, contact me in you fancy it.