Bearbonesnorm wrote:Where do we stand on floating across on a panda? Would it be okay if the panda were available to all riders, bit like furry black and white ferry?

I believe they are an endangered species so we shouldn't do that to them.

Chew wrote:mmmm......did Alan clarify the Fisherfield loch crossing?

Hey look! A panda, a nice distracting panda!






*I ain't touching this*

Yep, would be nice to hear what's being discussed.

Any one in particular?




PLease don't ban me.

Bearbonesnorm wrote:Would anyone be so kind as to give me a brief run-down as to where people are. I'm still suffering internet meltdown and although Greg's tweets are very informative, I must have more info

They are in Scotland.

Chew wrote: Update at Ledmore Jct
2014: Phil Simcock 1:22:34
2015: Tom Roundtree 2:00:42
2016: Stuart Cowperthwaite 2:00:32

Stunning considering the weather differences for Phils round.

But, if we took the extra time away that the start section added in this year....very, very close.

NewRetroTom wrote:Loving the excitement of dot-watching this year's race. Keeping me distracted from what's happening next week!

SImilar here in our house :)

I've been taking a break to occasionally panic mind you.

Dave Barter wrote:Big shout to Ian Fitz who is right up there and really motoring.

Its his birthday too :)

Chew wrote:Looks likely to be Mr Sheldon whos diverted with Mr Heading based on where Mr Goldsmith is.

Ahhhah! Alan G's SPOT updated, it's been quiet for the lsat 40mins!

GO go ye oldie HAB master.

This is going to be a GPX to prove you didn't moment I fear :/ One of the problems with the lack of fine data from the SPOT - so lets not jump to any conclusions.

Steve Heading has had a mechanical - one of the Al's is having gastric issues (assuming Goldsmith) and they've bailed to the road.

OK...that appers to explain what's going on with Matt then...he's going quite slow.

If anyone knows Fiona Massey - tell her to turn on her SPOT - or chirp it at least.

Chew wrote:It does look like we have a race on our hands. Those top 9 are all currently within 10 miles of each other.

Interesting to see how people cope with the upcomming hike a bike and the overnight strategy.

Yep, this is the key for the racers :)

Confirming Ian Wilmshurst as a scratch - injured back, is pootling back to Tyndrum.

We shall see. I suspect major nav error - we had two Canadians go uber wrong yesterday too - but this....well it also could be a F'this I'm going to the pub moment.

How does this compare with Phil Simcock's time? Times are out comparison wise for day 1 - different start section. Start figuring it out from today on would be my suggestion. But, I didn't suspect so many to get to Ft. Aug so fast yesterday, we're possibly seeing the best trail conditions for the H...

AlasdairMc wrote:What happened to Petr Sifta as it looks like he rode to Ballachulish and back before rejoining the course?

Not sure, probable he forgot something.

As to where he started from.... I'll leave that up to Al when he gets back.

Yesm they only chirp every 10 mins if there is signal

Very, very impressed at how fast people are riding.

Nice to see riders bouncing Ft.Aug as well - Race on.

A few people not started their SPOTs - possibly on, but not tracking - like IanFitz.

Also, there are probably some people who didn't make the start.

Summer Snow by Greg.May, on Flickr

*rubs thighs*

Thanks both - in my head the ideal bag has velcro round the bars and a pair of thin straps that loop under the forks (e.g. newer feedbags, wildcat lion etc.). This is all theoretical but should keep the bag off the headtube and cables... Maybe I'll try the ortieb or similar with some DIY straps at ...

heh...muff.

Don't suppose you've tried the front pouch thing attached to the bars on it's own? Says you can do that on the website but no pictures... Any thoughts on how it might work out? Edit: found some photos on bikepacking.com review, looks like simple velcro round the bars and headtube attachment :( yes ...

Finally got down to writing some words:

http://www.gregorymay.ie/?p=2898