Hampstead-Highgate Hijinks

[Becs]

Definitely interested if I don't do the 100 miler on Saturday - I'll keep u posted!

 

[Andrij]

*bump*

Just a reminder that I'll be doing this route on Sunday. Perhaps those who have expressed in interest in past will give it a try this week?

 

[Becs]

did part of it on my road bike this morning cycling to camden from Potters Bar - almost went for a run up Swains but I was already late for work!

I hope this becomes a regular thing!

 

[Andrij]

For those watching this thread but not the Sunday Ride one, we're meeting at 10:00 at Gloucester Gate (Regent's Park) tomorrow.

 

[Andrij]

*bump* I'll be riding this route on bank holiday Monday, 7 May. It's been ages since I've cycled around there and I have yet to do real climbing on the new bike. If anyone is interested in joining me, meet at 07:00 at Gloucester Gate (Regent's Park). Breakfast (following at least one climb of Swains Lane) will be at Forks & Corks at the bottom of Swains. This positions us perfectly for one more climb before heading home.

 

[Becs]

could maybe make breakfast at a push, not sure bout the rest of it!

 

[Mice]

*bump* I'll be riding this route on bank holiday Monday, 7 May. It's been ages since I've cycled around there and I have yet to do real climbing on the new bike. If anyone is interested in joining me, meet at 07:00 at Gloucester Gate (Regent's Park). Breakfast (following at least one climb of Swains Lane) will be at Forks & Corks at the bottom of Swains. This positions us perfectly for one more climb before heading home.

This was fab the last time I did it so would like to pencil my name down with a view to confirming on Sunday if that's ok. However, there is absolutely no way I am climbing Swaines Lane after the lovely Forks and Corks breakfast. My doctor and accountant (if I had one!) would advise that chucking up a breakfast is neither healthy nor economically sensible - I dont know what kind of a food processor you have in your tummy Andrij but it is certainly not working at the same rate as mine!

It might even be a case of breakfast only (if that's ok)!!

M

 

[caimg]

I'd be up for this if it wasn't 7am you loonies!

 

[Andrij]

could maybe make breakfast at a push, not sure bout the rest of it!

We can do another climb or three of Swains after breakfast, just so you don't feel left out.

 

[Andrij]

M, Come and do as little or as much as you like. Company is always appreciated. If we do a post-breakfast climb we can pick you up on the way down.
caimg, Yeah, it's a bit early (I have to leave home at 06:00 to ensure being at the meeting point for 07:00). But the early start means:
1) fewer drivers 'stuck' behind us
2) clearer (often empty) roads on the descents. I've gone over 60kph, but also been stuck behind a bus on the same hill doing only 30kph
3) getting home well before lunch (unless one detours) and still have all day long to do other stuff.
Looking at the forecast for Monday, I think being home by noon is a good idea.

 

[Sittingduck]

I might have to come along for this. Never done Swains Ln but willing to give it a go! All depending on it not being wet, come Monday morning, though.

 

[User10571]

Cross Londres before anyone else is up?
I should co-co!
Unless it's tipping it down tomorrow (forecast says not) you should expect to see me at Gloucester Gate at 07:00

 

[Mice]

Wont make this tomorrow - might be there later on but not at the required hour. Have fun!

Mice

 

[gbs]

I too would like to try this but have another sports commitment at 1100 sharp so grinding up les collines of N London tomorrow AM is not for me. However if a Saturday/Sunday ride were to be planned ....

 

[Andrij]

Sorry for the last minute cancellation, but I can't make it for this morning.