Riding this as part of a larger route from my house in south manchester to my sister's house in Berwick-upon-tweed at the end of this month. I'll be taking the pbw to kirkby stephen then heading over to hexham to start the sandstone way. I'll report back after. P.s its a training ride for the htr550...

Think there just the hotel in kylesku (which does fantastic seafood).

I'll be riding from home tomorrow as I wouldn't get back in time from work.

With the threat of entries filling up....me and the misses are in.

She was sold on tea and cakes! Now I know how to barter in the future

You could always use your emergency whistle that you carry and a fibre flare..... That's what I'll be raving with

I'm glad you asked the question Dave as I'm been wondering for a few weeks. I ride rigid on my bikes (except by full sus) but Alan recommended a front fork. I rode rigid on the BB200 and it seemed to work well but multiday event is probably a completely different situation. Be nice to know other peo...

Where did you head to in the end?

Think I will bail as I'm still not 100%.

Have fun!

I should be up for this as long as I can shift me cold in time (looks like it's going).

Hi Rich.

Wish Tom the best of look from all the Marple riders. He's our little champ!

I'd be interested if all things line up (date, cost, location etc).

Keep me updated. Might go and have a gander at some likely locations now

Cheers

Karl

Ho ho ho merry Christmas to one and all.

I've got my Christmas cheer today, hope you get yours.

All the best for next year!

Get well soon Dave as I need me a training partner. Let's us know if you need anything.

Yeah as Stu says. Pinnicle Ramin 1 is great value. I had to buy it because all our bikes got stolen a few weeks before the bb200 and needed something to ride. I'm planning on now using it on the htr550. Its a really efficient bike. Lightweight for the money and most importantly as a bikepacking bike...

FLV, depending which vehicle we take I may be able to help with the journey up. Not sure if we're making it a two week holiday yet so not sure about the return journey. I'll keep you posted.

Hi Dave,

What's the plan for tomorrow? I won't be able to bivy tomorrow night but will do in the coming weeks.

Cheers

Karl

I'm in

Me and cat are snuggled in front of the TV after stuffing our faces Great ride yesterday and really good food in the pub. Was heavy rain in the middle of the night but we survived

Thanks very much to chew for a great ride, pub and bivy spot.

See everyone soon.

Thanks Alan. I'm definitely happy and excited. Ace

Can I ask a question Alan? When will the complete list be confirmed? Can't stand the waiting/not knowing

Thanks

Karl

Think I might be a bit keen....set my alarm for midnight and sent the email by 00:03
Fingers crossed!

I will be entering if I'm accepted as mentally insane.

Me and cat are still in.

See you there,

Karl

Unfortunately Dave I'm going to have to bail now, work has just got in the way

I'm up for it.