Thanks for the suggestions Roffa. Below is a link to the routes that jiberjaber has so kindly put together (you can see each one by selecting the route on the left hand panel). These are not final and can be tweaked before we fix the route ... the 200km route on the Saturday will need to be fixed as I will need to submit it as a group DIY mandatory route audax. Roffa's route is also included, but only for information as it doesn't take the overnight stop into consideration.
https://ridewithgps.com/events/41102-acme-goes-dutch#routes/25025549/previewThe routes are as follows (in jiberjaber's words):
D1 two versions, 1 day riders (189km) and 2 day riders (200km Audax)
D2 two versions, 1 with ferry and 1 without ferry (I prefer the one without as it enters towards Hoek in a less industrial area, but could flex the ferry version to do similar?)
We are due to dock at 8am, so assuming we get away by 8:30am (ie no faffing with bikes) there will be 12.5 hours for OD and Oaky to complete the 190km back to the ferry. Check-in for the return ferry is 45 minutes before it sails, so I would suggest aiming for 9pm at the latest (for a 10pm sailing). Assuming a pedestrian 20km/h, the riding will take 9.5 hours, so 3 hours of stops. Given that I'm not aware of much undulation on the route, and at least half of it will be with a tailwind, I would expect the speed to be a bit higher, but we don't need to be on a mission. Be good to build a buffer.
The split of the groups will occur at 167km, in Scheveningen. Looks like a good place for some food/beer before we head our separate ways.
OD/Oaky, how does that feel? Is the distance alright?
For day 2, I'm happy to go with whichever option people prefer. I'm bowing to those who know the area better. If anybody has suggestions do shout.
Roffa, I presume you will be joining us, and will wait for us somewhere on the route?