Silly Commuter Sportives
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@BJ are you suggesting I might have been slightly worse for wear?
Look at these recently discovered very poor quality iphone snaps
Keep still god damn you and take your award like a man
Old skool, passing on the baton to the younger (much younger) generation
Look at them.... sick with envy, especially the one on the far left I'm sure i've seen his mug on crime watch.
Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
Oi !
I look sick because I'm still recovering from your tonsil rape earlier that evening."Impressive break"
"Thanks...
...I can taste blood"0 -
Holy cow batman have you HOTA nutters seen the forecast for this weekend
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/7da ... gin%20hill
Looks like snow on Sat. and seriously fecked up cold stuff on Sun. brrrrrr!Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
:shock:
Oh wait, I'm not doing it, so
FCN 2-4.
"What happens when the hammer goes down, kids?"
"It stays down, Daddy."
"Exactly."0 -
itboffin wrote:Holy cow batman have you HOTA nutters seen the forecast for this weekend
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/7da ... gin%20hill
Looks like snow on Sat. and seriously fecked up cold stuff on Sun. brrrrrr!
0.2mm? pah!
That said, I will be carefully checking the forecast beforehand. By Saturday it'll be way more accurate."Impressive break"
"Thanks...
...I can taste blood"0 -
Attica wrote:itboffin wrote:Holy cow batman have you HOTA nutters seen the forecast for this weekend
http://www.metcheck.com/V40/UK/FREE/7da ... gin%20hill
Looks like snow on Sat. and seriously fecked up cold stuff on Sun. brrrrrr!
0.2mm? pah!
That said, I will be carefully checking the forecast beforehand. By Saturday it'll be way more accurate.
I will be drinking beer and stoking the fire (no pun intended) and laughing at your personal torture HA HA HA HA HA!
Nutters!!!!Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
Back in the game for Highclere. The visa came through this evening. FCN 2-4.
"What happens when the hammer goes down, kids?"
"It stays down, Daddy."
"Exactly."0 -
I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?0 -
Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?
I'd go with the 10 miles warm up you're all gonna need it
Here's a reminder of last years "light" snow forecast
Rule #5 // Harden The Feck Up.
Rule #9 // If you are out riding in bad weather, it means you are a badass. Period.
Rule #12 // The correct number of bikes to own is n+1.
Rule #42 // A bike race shall never be preceded with a swim and/or followed by a run.0 -
londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?
It's about 12 miles for me, I did it last weekend and the last few miles are uphill almost all the way. I think I'm going to get the train from Ladywell to Hayes, and from there I think it is about 6 miles. Get yourself to Hayes or Bromley South, it's 5-6 miles from either of those. There is no station in Biggin Hill and I think that's as close as you can get by rail.
I did the first two and last two climbs of the HOTA in as part of a 65 mile loop from home. It's nasty!0 -
The weather will be a great leveller, as will the fact that most people will have been on the christmas pies and out of the saddle in the run up. Should be a good event, with plenty of groups at varying speeds to join up with. Last time I did it the hill at the end almost killed me, but it was a super fast run in from there to the finish that made up for it. The Wall (hill before the first food stop) also tough, and there's one really steep hill about three quarters of the way in where a lot of people were pushing. All good fun though!0
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londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
You are not the only one... If I evade the attention of the sweep up wagon I will be doing ok. Anything sub five hours for me will be a reason for a few ales in the evening.0 -
fidbod wrote:londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
You are not the only one... If I evade the attention of the sweep up wagon I will be doing ok. Anything sub five hours for me will be a reason for a few ales in the evening.
Anything under 5 hours and I'll be well pleased. On the plus side, it's probably too cold to
stop, which should shave 5-10mins off my time.
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londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?
Streetcar!0 -
Coriander wrote:londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?
Streetcar!
Streetvan!
Actually i might be driving down in a van. Not sure how big it is yet but i may be able to offer a lift to someone.
I will also be a bit sh1t but as far as i'm concerned it'll be a social ride with cake.0 -
I am basically pooing my pants about Sunday.
Any great sportive tips and tricks chaps!?0 -
Calm down.Sewinman wrote:I am basically pooing my pants about Sunday.
Any great sportive tips and tricks chaps!?
Have a good breakfast a couple of hours before the start.
Take the first few miles very steady. Don't go too deep on the first hill.
Drink something every 10-15mins. There were loads of bananas at the first feed zone last year. Have a couple but don't stop for too long. Repeat at the next stop.
Take a couple of bars with you, maybe a gel if you really run out of energy.
Morgan, you've done some decent rides lately so you'll be fine.0 -
londonlivvy wrote:I don't know about anyone else who's doing HOTA this Sunday, but I have the fear. It turns out that I have all the kit but am still a bit sh1t...
But on a practical note, I just worked out it's a 10 mile ride to the start from my house in SE London. Does anyone know of a more cunning public transport solution to get me somewhat closer so I don't use up all my mojo before even starting the damn thing?
What time are you starting?
I am starting at 10.00. I have been feeling a bit crap the last couple of days but hopefully I will be feeling better by then.x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x
Commuting / Winter rides - Jamis Renegade Expert
Pootling / Offroad - All-City Macho Man Disc
Fast rides Cannondale SuperSix Ultegra0 -
I'm starting at 9am - so I'll see you whizz past me at some stage no doubt! Be nice to the girl on the Orca who's looking shattered please...0
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JonGinge wrote:
Calm down.Sewinman wrote:I am basically pooing my pants about Sunday.
Any great sportive tips and tricks chaps!?
Have a good breakfast a couple of hours before the start.
Take the first few miles very steady. Don't go too deep on the first hill.
Drink something every 10-15mins. There were loads of bananas at the first feed zone last year. Have a couple but don't stop for too long. Repeat at the next stop.
Take a couple of bars with you, maybe a gel if you really run out of energy.
Morgan, you've done some decent rides lately so you'll be fine.
Wise words indeed. I'll add my tuppence:
+1 to taking the first few miles steady. People will practically sprint out of the blocks - do not be tempted to follow them (I fall for this every damn time :oops: ).
Make sure you keep topped up on food, it you start to feel hungry then chances are the damage is already done!
If you can, find a group that are going your pace, or a pace you feel comfy with. Remember it's far easier in a bunch, but do take your turn at the front, not doing so is bad form! If the pace is too higgh/low then drop out.
It's your first Sportive so take it easy and you'll have a blast.
Have fun kids. I have the missus moving in this weekend so will be carting boxes around. Thank god the new gaff has a lift!- 2023 Vielo V+1
- 2022 Canyon Aeroad CFR
- 2020 Canyon Ultimate CF SLX
- Strava
- On the Strand
- Crown Stables
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I'm off at 9:20 - still waiting on the weather/road conditions before I decide which bike to ride - any signs of frost/ice I'll be riding my winter hybrid hack as I have already had 1 tumble off my best bike this winter and don't fancy another one! I have done imperial centuries on the hybrid before (albeit slowly!), so it'll be fine either way!
Look forward to seeing everyone out there - forecast looks cold, but clear, so I am off to try and find some extra layers for my fingers and toes!0 -
Il Principe wrote:JonGinge wrote:
Calm down.Sewinman wrote:I am basically pooing my pants about Sunday.
Any great sportive tips and tricks chaps!?
Have a good breakfast a couple of hours before the start.
Take the first few miles very steady. Don't go too deep on the first hill.
Drink something every 10-15mins. There were loads of bananas at the first feed zone last year. Have a couple but don't stop for too long. Repeat at the next stop.
Take a couple of bars with you, maybe a gel if you really run out of energy.
Morgan, you've done some decent rides lately so you'll be fine.
Wise words indeed. I'll add my tuppence:
+1 to taking the first few miles steady. People will practically sprint out of the blocks - do not be tempted to follow them (I fall for this every damn time :oops: ).
Make sure you keep topped up on food, it you start to feel hungry then chances are the damage is already done!
If you can, find a group that are going your pace, or a pace you feel comfy with. Remember it's far easier in a bunch, but do take your turn at the front, not doing so is bad form! If the pace is too higgh/low then drop out.
It's your first Sportive so take it easy and you'll have a blast.
Have fun kids. I have the missus moving in this weekend so will be carting boxes around. Thank god the new gaff has a lift!
+1
partically out of the start, pick a spinny gear and smell the roses for a mile or two.0 -
No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted:0
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Optionally fitting your bike with a rear-facing smoke/oil/tacks dispenser.MatHammond wrote:No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted: 0 -
JonGinge wrote:
Optionally fitting your bike with a rear-facing smoke/oil/tacks dispenser.MatHammond wrote:No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted:
That's reserved for Etape Caledonia
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JonGinge wrote:
Optionally fitting your bike with a rear-facing smoke/oil/tacks dispenser.MatHammond wrote:No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted:
I like the way you're thinking!0 -
MatHammond wrote:No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted:
You go for it. I'll be taking my time, with the hope of having enough left to finish.
Worth getting a group after the 2nd climb, but other than that it's up or down, so will be
keeping to my own pace.
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Ca ... hdown-20100 -
Wasn't me. I was nowhere near. In fact I was not in the country at the time. What day was it?markshaw77 wrote:JonGinge wrote:
Optionally fitting your bike with a rear-facing smoke/oil/tacks dispenser.MatHammond wrote:No no no, from the start attack your friends, especially if there is a nice big hill - push them as far into the red as possible then cruise off into the distance leaving them broken. Its the "Hell" of the Ashdown after all! :twisted:
That's reserved for Etape Caledonia0
