I’ve heard the same. Two started, one got close but ran out of time, the other is cranking on to gloryBearbonesnorm wrote:I won't say too much just yet but it looks like the first completion is on the cards for later this evening
Something Welsh for summer - Big Bear.
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Yes Ian - weary but happy I believe.
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There were a few texts last night where 2nd thoughts were happening. Hopefully glory is but a pedal stroke away!
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Still speaking to you stuart?Bearbonesnorm wrote:Yes Ian - weary but happy I believe.
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4 days 16hrs. I'm totally battered right now so will put something together in a few days. The route is really good, even all the hard pushing is worth it. I feel like if I never rode in Wales again iv seen some of the best parts from the brecon mtns to the snowdonia range. It was truly stunning. Right now to get a huge plate of food and a coffee somewhere.
To be continued......
To be continued......
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Congrats Mike - great achievement and you must have some ace stories! You just gotta design a nice badge now ;.
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Nice one Mike
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Tired mistake there... 4 days 16hrs
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Losing a full day ... that's a special kind of tired
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It took me 3 attempts last night fella to work out my time and I still got it wrong.
I must say having doubted the Brooks saddle I can now confirm that it is possibly the best saddle iv had to date. No aches or soreness, and I can definitely say I put it to test...Best now speak to brooks I'm sure they won't want this back now
I must say having doubted the Brooks saddle I can now confirm that it is possibly the best saddle iv had to date. No aches or soreness, and I can definitely say I put it to test...Best now speak to brooks I'm sure they won't want this back now
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Epic Mike - well done... very variable conditions this week
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Yes we definitely did, started off wet then we had hot sunshine. Then we got very cold and very wet, and then we both got snowed on for 1hr 1/2 and then the sunshine came back out to see me home. Lets say it was interesting weather we had!
I will be interested and watching to see what the fast elite of us can now achieve on this route.
I will be interested and watching to see what the fast elite of us can now achieve on this route.
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Well done Mike, a top effort in a great route. I’m still gutted I couldn’t finish it with you, although on the plus side I’ve been sat in the sun all afternoon! The diwnside is that an unexpected nap on a lounger has left me with a very red face!!
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Nice one Mike, look forward to the tales. Were the bits I modified any good?
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Good man yeself mike
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I reckon you're up there with 'em after this adventure palMike wrote:I will be interested and watching to see what the fast elite of us can now achieve on this route.
Well done, hope the sense of acheivement makes all the aches more bearable
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@jase haha I came home with trench foot ( 4 days in wet soaks is nasty..Take talc ) a sore knee and a swollen wrist fella but yes definitely worth the discomfort
@Steve spot on pal more enjoyable to ride that section and made a refreshing change to a push after that monster yomp across that plateau above Llandovery, that took us best part of 4hrs I'd say in the dark over the night and in the morning!
@Steve spot on pal more enjoyable to ride that section and made a refreshing change to a push after that monster yomp across that plateau above Llandovery, that took us best part of 4hrs I'd say in the dark over the night and in the morning!
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Can i have a copy of the Gpx please Stu?
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GPX please.
Is this feasible in January/February?
I can already guess the answer to: Is this sensible in J/F?
Is this feasible in January/February?
I can already guess the answer to: Is this sensible in J/F?
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If they're dry / cold then no reason why not.Is this feasible in January/February?
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Could I have a copy of the gpx too please? Considering a summer ITT. Is there any plan for a group start?
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As much as I think it'd be great., trying to find a slot that doesn't clash with other stuff and that interested parties could agree on would be an epic exercise in cat herding, so doubtful.Is there any plan for a group start?
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What would be the best bike for the route?
Will a gravel bike with 650b 47s be ok? Or will my rigid 29er be better?
Ian
Will a gravel bike with 650b 47s be ok? Or will my rigid 29er be better?
Ian