South Birmingham and Black Country Social Ride

[WorcesteRob]

Road riding. Be good to see a new face in 2012. Feeling off-colour at the moment, but see how plans and health go over the next few days.

excellent, hope you feeling better soon and look forward to meeting new like minded people ;-)

 

[Downward]

I have halved by biking the past year but 12mph average is achievable for most.

 

[Wobblers]

What kind of speeds/terrain do you usually ride as I'd love to join (if you don't mind) but worried I won't keep up.

We tend to go at about 12 mph-ish. The terrain is unavoidably hilly as Brum seems to be all hills to the south and west, unfortunately. But we wouldn't leave anyone behind, it wouldn't be right. Anyway, things are easier in a group - and we don't go up the hills at 12 mph. It's meant to be a fun ride, not a torture session!

 

[BrumJim]

Well, this Saturday is predicted rain, and Easter will soon be with us, so my offer for a first ride of the year is:

Saturday 24th March.

Anyone free?

 

[pepecat]

Possibly.....
I've only done 8 miles this year, so it depends on how far and how hilly!!

 

[WorcesteRob]

What time, how long and where. Sorry for all the questions but new to this

 

[pepecat]

Depends on how many say they can go - Brumjim usually sorts out distance / where etc. Watch this space!

 

[BrumJim]

OK:
Generally the form is:
"We meet at the A456 (Manor Way) just near Halesowen Cycle Club (but not joining them) just by Grange Hill road exit. Time of 8:30 sounds fine."
For those that like Google Maps:
We'll be here.
Other suggestions may be entertained.

I'm thinking of a more gentle 25 mile route, possibly Egg Hill, followed by St Kenelm's pass, and a bacon buttie at the top. Any advance?

 

[WorcesteRob]

OK:
Generally the form is:
"We meet at the A456 (Manor Way) just near Halesowen Cycle Club (but not joining them) just by Grange Hill road exit. Time of 8:30 sounds fine."
For those that like Google Maps:
We'll be here.
Other suggestions may be entertained.

I'm thinking of a more gentle 25 mile route, possibly Egg Hill, followed by St Kenelm's pass, and a bacon buttie at the top. Any advance?

sounds good, I'm in. Is there anywhere to park?

 

[BrumJim]

Sorry - a bit disjointed at the moment. Hope to be able to set a route later on this week. Still catching up.

First time I did it I parked on Woodman Close. Plenty of space and just nearby.

 

[Downward]

Hey I may be up for this but don't think I can get there so early - Hmm We shall see. Might meet you for the food though !

 

[BrumJim]

Might be tempted to delay the start. What time would be good for you, Downward?

 

[BrumJim]

Are peeps still up for this? Not had any messages recently.

 

[WorcesteRob]

Not looking promising :-( might go to the pub tonight instead being such a nice day ;-)

 

[Downward]

I'm ill again Virus now - Feel rough as
Been off work for a few days