Calling Yorkshire folk of all persuasions

[Amanda P]

Yes, that's you if you're one of the York Posse, one of the East Yorkshire types or even a West Yorkshire person. (Or even if you're willing to associate with any of the above for a day).

We propose a ride out of York one weekend, probably a Sunday in March. The plan will be to meet at the Minster and head north out of York along the riverside cycleway to Easingwold, Coxwold and Byland Abbey, returning to York for further socialising.

Proposed route posted here.
You'll see there is a choice of routes. Which we do we can decide on the day, depending on weather, how fit we feel and so forth.

We've chosen York 'cos its central for a lot of you, and easy to get to by train for those who don't drive.

So, roll up and sign up.

Oh, and (by means of the conveniently placed poll) let me know which date you prefer. You can vote for more than one.

 

[marinyork]

Mmmm never been through Tholthorpe or Raskelf sounds interesting.

 

[HelenD123]

Looks good. 22nd is Mothering Sunday in case it makes a difference to anyone. Wouldn't want you getting into trouble.

EDIT: And I've just noticed that 29th is when the clocks go forward so we'd have an hour less in bed

 

[Bokonon]

What distance is the route? Just wondering if I could tack it onto a ride to/from York (about 50 miles) or cycle there and train back or train there and cycle back...

I've voted all 4 options, but my availability could change. I was going to point out that 1 March would be mid week but then remembered February only has 28 days !

 

[HelenD123]

What distance is the route? Just wondering if I could tack it onto a ride to/from York (about 50 miles) or cycle there and train back or train there and cycle back...

The route is about 50 miles if we go all the way to Byland Abbey.

 

[Danny]

Would like to go, though generally Sundays up until Easter could be difficult for me. However 1 March and 22 March look the most possible.

I definitely cannot do 29 March.

 

[Soltydog]

The first train from Hull on a Sunday is due into York at 9.54, so a start after 10 would be good
29th is best for me, but not sure about other dates without my diary

 

[Amanda P]

I was thinking of a ten o'clock-ish start anyway. We could make it 10.15 to give Solty and other East Yorkies time to get to the Minster.

The route would also take us very close to the Rawcliffe Bar Park and Ride car park, where you can park for free. We could collect you on our way out of the city.

 

[colly]

Looks good to me.

I have not voted for the weekend of the 15th only because I am going out on Saturday night to celebrate Mrs Colly's birthday. I could make it but I am just hedging my bets in case it turns into a late night.

Bokonon if you are contemplating riding to York back and making it a full century I would be happy to do the same.
Perhaps you would rather just do the ride out from York and if that's so maybe we could travel over together and share the cost of diesel.

Either way give me a shout.

 

[Amanda P]

...bump...

 

[Bokonon]

Bokonon if you are contemplating riding to York back and making it a full century I would be happy to do the same.
Perhaps you would rather just do the ride out from York and if that's so maybe we could travel over together and share the cost of diesel.

Either way give me a shout.

I am contemplating the full century, but it is dependent on getting a suitable bike working... Can I give you a more definitive answer nearer the time?

 

[Amanda P]

If anyone's going to be bombing along the M62 past Hebden Bridge to join us, would they like to consider calling in and giving a lift to a member who lives there?

 

[ColinJ]

If anyone's going to be bombing along the M62 past Hebden Bridge to join us, would they like to consider calling in and giving a lift to a member who lives there?

Er, that sounds like me...!

It's a big detour to come off the M62 to call in at Hebden Bridge, but if anyone was driving down the Calder valley on the way to the M62, it would nice to come along with you and split the fuel costs.

 

[Arch]

I'd be up for the 22nd or 29th - I'll be in France for the first, and possibly trying to work on the 15th

Darn, I guess this means I also have to get the FCR fettled, that means new tyres and possibly a new chain...

 

[colly]

Er, that sounds like me...!

It's a big detour to come off the M62 to call in at Hebden Bridge, but if anyone was driving down the Calder valley on the way to the M62, it would nice to come along with you and split the fuel costs.

Come on Colin, where is the spirit of adventure???

25 miles from HB to Leeds another 25 to York, a quick buzz round North Yorks and then back to HB via Leeds.
150 miles in all...........nowt for a chap such as your goodself..............just think how impressed we would all be !!!

It would do wonders for your back !!!