- Location
- London
Yes, it is happening - the fourth Lewisham Cyclists trip with the veteran
cars from London to Brighton.
Train works mean we'll peel off from the field at Clayton, just before the
South Downs, returning via a scenic route to Haywards Heath to pick up the
train back to town. Or, if the group are up for it, we may head back up the
route to see the mighty puffing beasts approach us.
This year, as an added bonus, both cars from the original Genevieve film
will be taking part, along with 500 plus other old (none post 1905) cars
ranging from the surprisingly powerful to ones which have been described as
mobile coal scuttles.
Always a great atmosphere. Lots of spectators to cheer everyone on.
Start planning your butties for our Crawley stop where we'll pause with the
cars. Maybe another pause at Ansty where beer and snacks are usually
available. But do bring food.
Food/snacks also needed for the ride back to Haywards Heath. Best to bring a
lock in case we encounter a pub on the way back and folks want to stop.
Bring lights of course.
EARLY START to ensure that we hit the field/have a chance of chasing it.
1: Cutty Sark Gardens Greenwich for a PROMPT departure at 7:15. WE WILL NOT
WAIT.
riding FAST to
2: Forest Hill rail and Overground station forecourt for a PROMPT departure
at 7:45 riding
FAST to the final pick up:
3: Outside East Croydon railway station at 8:15
Then it's off to join the cars. Let the fun begin.
Please note - this will be pretty fast ride. Not a ride for beginners.
Total distance estimated at around 64 miles due to extra loop back to
Haywards Heath.
If you fancy a slower ride, feel free to join:
www.britishschoolofcycling.com/rides/extreme/cars.htm
Last year, along with William gamely leading the faster ride, they made it
to Brighton in pouring rain.
Start puckering your lips for the inimitable mouth organ theme.
Original rather wonderful theme to practice on, though not the most exciting
video accompaniment:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qOCB57OMGg&feature=related
Rather better video, including the caption "Ambrose shows Rosalind Alan's
headgasket:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrGWsX3Rxe8&feature=related
This is of course the unofficial race back to town - we will be endeavouring
to navigate south:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wgiv_I2TkNc&feature=related
Warning - features cyclists in yellow capes:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=alI2zi887NE
Official site of the event: for more details, including the 500 plus cars
you'll be sharing the road with:
http://www.lbvcr.com/
Mouth organs optional, but do check your brakes.
PREVIOUS THREAD ON LAST EVENT AT:
http://www.cyclechat...lly-bike-chase/
Contact: Paul, 07957 209322
cars from London to Brighton.
Train works mean we'll peel off from the field at Clayton, just before the
South Downs, returning via a scenic route to Haywards Heath to pick up the
train back to town. Or, if the group are up for it, we may head back up the
route to see the mighty puffing beasts approach us.
This year, as an added bonus, both cars from the original Genevieve film
will be taking part, along with 500 plus other old (none post 1905) cars
ranging from the surprisingly powerful to ones which have been described as
mobile coal scuttles.
Always a great atmosphere. Lots of spectators to cheer everyone on.
Start planning your butties for our Crawley stop where we'll pause with the
cars. Maybe another pause at Ansty where beer and snacks are usually
available. But do bring food.
Food/snacks also needed for the ride back to Haywards Heath. Best to bring a
lock in case we encounter a pub on the way back and folks want to stop.
Bring lights of course.
EARLY START to ensure that we hit the field/have a chance of chasing it.
1: Cutty Sark Gardens Greenwich for a PROMPT departure at 7:15. WE WILL NOT
WAIT.
riding FAST to
2: Forest Hill rail and Overground station forecourt for a PROMPT departure
at 7:45 riding
FAST to the final pick up:
3: Outside East Croydon railway station at 8:15
Then it's off to join the cars. Let the fun begin.
Please note - this will be pretty fast ride. Not a ride for beginners.
Total distance estimated at around 64 miles due to extra loop back to
Haywards Heath.
If you fancy a slower ride, feel free to join:
www.britishschoolofcycling.com/rides/extreme/cars.htm
Last year, along with William gamely leading the faster ride, they made it
to Brighton in pouring rain.
Start puckering your lips for the inimitable mouth organ theme.
Original rather wonderful theme to practice on, though not the most exciting
video accompaniment:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qOCB57OMGg&feature=related
Rather better video, including the caption "Ambrose shows Rosalind Alan's
headgasket:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrGWsX3Rxe8&feature=related
This is of course the unofficial race back to town - we will be endeavouring
to navigate south:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=Wgiv_I2TkNc&feature=related
Warning - features cyclists in yellow capes:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=alI2zi887NE
Official site of the event: for more details, including the 500 plus cars
you'll be sharing the road with:
http://www.lbvcr.com/
Mouth organs optional, but do check your brakes.
PREVIOUS THREAD ON LAST EVENT AT:
http://www.cyclechat...lly-bike-chase/
Contact: Paul, 07957 209322
