Audax National 400 - June 15 2013

[Spartak]

Anyone here riding this years National 400.
Starting in Tiverton with controls at Minehead, Bath, Chepstow, Wotton-under-edge and Frome.

My first 400km ride

http://www.aukweb.net/events/detail/13-401/#more

 

[Baggy]

Wanted to have a go at it, but have volunteered to help run a control...have ridden the Chepstow to Tiverton section though and it's a really good route.

 

[Spartak]

I'm riding Barrys Ball Buster in a couple of weeks, to try & get the legs going !

 

[PoweredByVeg]

Did the National 400 last year. With controls at regular intervals you'll have no problems getting fed and watered, and maybe a bit of shuteye too.

 

[Ron-da-Valli]

I'd like to try the National 400, maybe when it's a bit closer to home!

 

[PpPete]

We'll probably be there. Last year's was good, and this is closer to home.

 

[Spartak]

This years route passes within 200 metres of my house

Will give me a chance to wrap up for the evening / night section !

 

[Ian H]

More details about the route have been published: www.ukcyclist.co.uk/auknational400

 

[Spartak]

Train tickets booked

Now just have to get some miles in my legs !!!

 

[Ian H]

Full and final details are at http://www.ukcyclist.co.uk/auknational400
There's just under two weeks to go. Still time to get an entry in. Over 90 so far, so don't delay.

 

[Chutzpah]

You'll be going near my house too! Nearly responded to a shout to help at the control at Peasedown St John then realised that I've already got engagements that day. If they don't happen though I'll be there volunteering.

I go through the Two Tunnels route everyday as part of my commute, it's a great experience.

 

[Ian H]

Volunteers will all be welcomed with open arms. If you're in the area but not riding, please consider coming along to help. Best to tell us beforehand.

 

[Ian H]

Message as emailed to all riders:-

Hi,

Thanks for entering this year's National 400. Please find all details including routesheet and gps files at http://www.ukcyclist.co.uk/auknational400.

Note that the routesheet has been revised this week, so please ensure you have the latest version. Gps files are unchanged.

If you are staying overnight at the start, please note the following:-
* There is limited parking. Car-share or use other means of transport if possible.
* Bring your own bedding.
* Avoid noise and disturbance as there are houses closely adjacent.

On the route: There is a road closed sign a few kms after Somerton. You may go through as they're not working over the weekend, but beware that there may be trenches with temporary covering and other road workings. Take care.

We look forward to seeing you at the start.

Bonne route,

The National 400 team.

 

[Banjo]

Mrs Banjo and I available for Chepstow control if wanted?

 

[Spartak]

Will be ensuring I get VFM on this ride, may go for the Lanterne Rouge

Nervously looking forward to it !!!