fatbikephil wrote: ↑Wed Nov 03, 2021 9:46 pm There is a good food source at K132 on the 200, right on the trail

On that basis there's a good supply of mutton around the route. Bring yer stove.

I’m in Shropshire hills, just up road from L.Mynd. It’s -5 deg C out there at the moment and going down, anyone out in this area this weekend would do well to have warm kit.

Minus 5? Really?

I’ve already set off south. Packed my summer bag. Forecast is for it to warm up over the weekend, fingers crossed.

4c in my garage, don't envy anyone doing this weekend.

That said, should firm up the ground nicely beforehand. Not much rain this week either so should be plenty quick out there.

Oh...no....

Thinking back to the first few we did way back then, the nights were punishing for cold some years in mid October. We’re not getting as cold a weather as early in the season anymore. That’s global warming for you.

Wish I was joining this year, but I am still nursing some recurring foot problems which I am keen to resolve. I've been watching the thread and hoping everyone has great time on the Nov edition this weekend!

Just home from a month of world travels. What have i missed?

I’ve been watching the forecast and have convinced myself it’s going to be lovely and warm

Light rain, 7c - 12c. Moderate breeze.

Could be worse.

I read that as minus twelve. Seven to twelve degrees rich ?

Charliecres wrote: ↑Thu Nov 04, 2021 11:42 pm I’ve been watching the forecast and have convinced myself it’s going to be lovely and warm

....and not at all windy

My first BB ride so not sure what to expect.....what could possibly go wrong???

ChrisE wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 9:09 am

Charliecres wrote: ↑Thu Nov 04, 2021 11:42 pm I’ve been watching the forecast and have convinced myself it’s going to be lovely and warm

....and not at all windy

My first BB ride so not sure what to expect.....what could possibly go wrong???

The route is very similar (well it covers quite a bit of the same general area) as my first BB200 in 2016 and apart from the last 10km it was pretty straightforward. Think slightly muddier version of the Dales and you won't be far wrong. In fact this year's route is not too dissimilar to Stuart Rider's YD200 routes.

Well, I've avoided my usual cock up on these events, my cycling boots are in the car ready and not screaming at me from the porch as I drive away, as often happens.

Here in Shropshire cloud cover came over night and looks set to remain over weekend, no wind; so it’s cold but not freezing.

macinblack wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:01 am Well, I've avoided my usual cock up on these events, my cycling boots are in the car ready and not screaming at me from the porch as I drive away, as often happens.

I usually pull over after 10 minutes to see if they're still in the van...

tobasco wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:06 am Here in Shropshire cloud cover came over night and looks set to remain over weekend, no wind; so it’s cold but not freezing.

That's good to hear.

Any folk having a drink at Y Star this evening?

Escape Goat wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 8:12 am I read that as minus twelve. Seven to twelve degrees rich ?

Yes, hence the space.

Ian wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:49 am Any folk having a drink at Y Star this evening?

I thought it was just a b? No bar ?

Richard G wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:50 am

Escape Goat wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 8:12 am I read that as minus twelve. Seven to twelve degrees rich ?

Yes, hence the space.

But I am Allen.....

I’m out of touch, having lived away from Wales for 4 years.
Is anyone having a drink this evening anywhere, in the company, or not, of other bikepackers?

I contemplated going to the Wynnstay, but I'm going to be good and just park up in the van and relax for the night. I've not drank for two weeks. Not really something to boast about, more reason why I've decided against it. I wouldn't be able to control myself to not just have one and feel sick the next day.

Ian wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:49 am Any folk having a drink at Y Star this evening?

I'm stopping at the Wynnstay in Llanbrynmair. Whether it's OK, American Werewolf in Llan or Psycho we shall see tomorrow morning

Looking at getting there between 7 & 8pm this evening. Might be persuaded to have a pint

Ian wrote: ↑Fri Nov 05, 2021 11:57 am I’m out of touch, having lived away from Wales for 4 years.
Is anyone having a drink this evening anywhere, in the company, or not, of other bikepackers?

I'm at the Aleppo in Carno but if there's a hub/gaggle/conference/aroma of BBers anywhere, I'll pop over for a swift half.

Bah, thanks to work I'm no longer going to be able to pop up to say hello before everyone sets off tomorrow.

Have a great ride everyone!

Cheers Rich.