This has already gone-up on the FB topic.
Over the course of the last week I have received queries about the suitability of the M48 Severn Bridge crossing and the effect storm Gareth might have. I can only iterate here what I have answered to those queries.
Over the course of a year, a relatively high proportion of BlackSheepCC events use the M48 Severn bridge crossing.
Participant safety is always of paramount consideration and importance on all events.
At this time of year, with events frequently using the crossing, regular contact is maintained with various relevant agencies both sides of tbe border. The last communication being with Highways England this morning at 11.23am.
There have been recent temporary closure to all road traffic. These are automatically triggered by sensing equipment. The latest automatic closure was lifted at 10.04 this morning.
I contacted the Met Office recently, and their predictions are that Storm Gareth will have moved through the UK and into Scandinavia by the week end. And more seasonal weather will prevail.
Armed with all available information there is no intention to change the route. Naturally, if Storm Hannah makes an impromptu visit and conditions dictate, appropriate action will be taken, and advice given.
This event is not designated with a compulsory route. And as such, riders at liberty to follow any route they choose at any time. The only compulsory parts are the controls.
If any rider does not wish to use the Severn Bridge crossing, the practical alternative is to divert from Talybont-on-Usk to Shepherd's Patch via Gloucester.