Ride Across Britain 2013

[Crankarm]

In a bad mood today? They are riding the length of the British mainland so the event name seems appropriate to me.

6 days? Seriously? Just coz they aren't carrying their own gear doesn't mean they can all average 163 miles a day, 6 days in a row. These riders aren't professionals and the country isn't all as flat as Cambridgeshire you know.

Not especially. No more than any other .

So the efforts of those that ride LeJog unsupported in 9 days are even more impressive.

 

[Rickshaw Phil]

Not especially. No more than any other .

So the efforts of those that ride LeJog unsupported in 9 days are even more impressive.

Ahh, so just causing mischief then.

 

[Crankarm]

Ahh, so just causing mischief then.

Nope. Across means across imho, not the length of Britain. Just a small but significant point.

You've not cycled in hilly Cambridgeshire or against a Fen gale then?

 

[Rickshaw Phil]

Nope. Across means across imho, not the length of Britain. Just a small but significant point.

If you say so. I think you're being overly pedantic.

You've not cycled in hilly Cambridgeshire or against a Fen gale then?

I admit I haven't. What notable climbs have you got? Anything over 480 feet?

 

[Jigwar]

Hi all,

So the trip is complete. Indeed I crossed the Lands End finishing line a little over 24 hours ago and am now having a few days recovery and relaxation down in this part of the country.

Hopefully people can check out the blog and ask questions on here, but just to say it was an awesome 9 days of cycling. Some real highs in terms of sights, sounds, scenery, sunshine, support, and some real moments of digging deep on certain climbs and in some typically British weather, including rain and 30mph gusting headwinds.

I can understand the supported and organised nature of RAB is not for everyone, and the cost is high, but for anyone who is looking for such a challenge then I'd say go for it. South to North next year, and in September.

Steve

 

[billy1561]

Great effort Steve. Tremendous work.

 

[EltonFrog]

I have read your blog with great interest, as I was seriously considering do this event this year. Your blog has put me right off it, the RAB sounds like hell!

 

[Jigwar]

I have read your blog with great interest, as I was seriously considering do this event this year. Your blog has put me right off it, the RAB sounds like hell!

Might sound like hell, but a hell you want to experience to really appreciate the triumph at the end!!

Check out London Revolution for a 2 day taster of what a 9 day RAB would be like - its organised by the same Threshold team.

Steve

 

[Gingerbloke]

As a Chaperone on both the LR and the RAB, I can honestly say I have never seen so much grit and determination from so many "varied" abilities. I think Steve's blog sums up the whole event, I think the main thing that is missed is, this is supposed to be a challenge, it could easily be done Travelodge to Travelodge, but the camping and sleep deprivation all add to the "experience".
I myself was on the start line at the opening time, crossing the line close to last everyday (earliest 5pm, latest 7.30pm) and usually hitting the tent at around 11pm, but was always in breakfast by 5.30am at the latest.
Having done LEJOG solo 2 years ago, I can certainly recommend RAB, the levels of camaraderie along the way are just something to behold.

All fingers crossed, I'll be there again next year.

Simon.

 

[EltonFrog]

As a Chaperone on both the LR and the RAB, I can honestly say I have never seen so much grit and determination from so many "varied" abilities. I think Steve's blog sums up the whole event, I think the main thing that is missed is, this is supposed to be a challenge, it could easily be done Travelodge to Travelodge, but the camping and sleep deprivation all add to the "experience".
I myself was on the start line at the opening time, crossing the line close to last everyday (earliest 5pm, latest 7.30pm) and usually hitting the tent at around 11pm, but was always in breakfast by 5.30am at the latest.
Having done LEJOG solo 2 years ago, I can certainly recommend RAB, the levels of camaraderie along the way are just something to behold.

All fingers crossed, I'll be there again next year.

Simon.

Do you work in Mallory's in Bath by any chance?

 

[Gingerbloke]

Do you work in Mallory's in Bath by any chance?

I don't, but I'm friends with who you are talking about.

 

[EltonFrog]

I don't, but I'm friends with who you are talking about.

The guy, who was fastest going up a big hill in Kent?

 

[Gingerbloke]

He's the fastest going up a lot of hills, but yes one in Kent is a particular favourite of his...!!!

 

[EltonFrog]

He's the fastest going up a lot of hills, but yes one in Kent is a particular favourite of his...!!!

Was he also a chaperone on the RAB? I met him in November in Mallorys, my wife and I turned up wet and dishevelled to look at watches and he told me he might be riding the RAB.

 

[Gingerbloke]

Was he also a chaperone on the RAB? I met him in November in Mallorys, my wife and I turned up wet and dishevelled to look at watches and he told me he might be riding the RAB.

Yes he was, I think he enjoyed it as much as me - both said we would do it again..!!