Central Scotland Forum August ride

[Jane Smart]

Jane, I am going along (from Kinross) and am undecided if to meet everyone at Waverley or the proper start point at the moment

Either way I will take the car and can always stick the second bike carrier on for you if you want a lift

Thank you so much, may I take you up on your offer? I can drive to Kinross if you like, or you can come to my house, which is just off the M90

 

[Scoosh]

Well Done Ranger - what a star !


You see, Jane, there is no escaping the CC Scotland Forum Riders

 

[Jane Smart]

Well Done Ranger - what a star !


You see, Jane, there is no escaping the CC Scotland Forum Riders

A total star yes

David you are right, no escaping at all, I just hope I don't go too slow for you all

 

[Scoosh]

A total star yes

David you are right, no escaping at all, I just hope I don't go too slow for you all

There's no such thing on a CC Scotland Forum ride - we just leave the bill in the pub for the last one

Besides, you might not be able to usurp the lanterne rouge

 

[eldudino]

I've developed a case of tendinitis in my left ankle, doc's have advised ibuprofen and a bit of rest. He reckons my new route home via Stirling castle might be the cause! Should be ok for the 30th though.

 

[Scoosh]

Have you changed your riding position/pedal position/riding style at all ? Definitely worth checking it all so it does not become a long term thing.

 

[eldudino]

Have you changed your riding position/pedal position/riding style at all ? Definitely worth checking it all so it does not become a long term thing.

The only thing I've done is increased the amount of climbing I'm doing in an attempt to improve my technique and fitness. I've had a chat with a friend who's given me some stretches to do, once it's healed. Going to try and take it a bit steadier to avoid a lasting injury though.

 

[Halfmanhalfbike]

What time are you folks meeting at Longniddry. I'll be out that way next Sunday and would love to tag along

 

[MajorMantra]

I think 11.00 was being discussed, not sure if that's final.

By the way, I rode the route yesterday. Including the bit from Edinburgh and the bits where I got lost I covered just under 59 miles. I had a couple of comments:

- the route isn't clear from North Berwick to East Linton. I'm not sure if I took the intended one. By the way, this section has some short sharp climbs - nothing unmanageable but they aren't negligible.

- the cycle path part down to Longniddry was great fun and I didn't see a soul the whole time I was on it. I did most of it at 20-22mph which was probably a bit hard on the lacquer on my frame given the number of small rocks! This section might be problematic if it rains much on or before the ride. There were some slightly muddy parts which could get worse, so be warned. I had to do one fairly spectacular (to me) bunnyhop over a large puddle that spanned the path to avoid a soaking.

Overall it was nice and it did a good job of avoiding unpleasantly fast or busy roads.

Matthew

 

[MajorMantra]

I forgot to add: between North Berwick and East Linton there are lots blackberry hedges. Strangely, drivers didn't take the slightest notice of the guy in skintight clothing and a bulbous helmet rooting around in the bushes in the middle of nowhere.

Matthew

 

[goo_mason]

OK,thanks for keeping this one a secret from me for so long...

Just found out about this now from HJ's post in the PfS thread; I'm out on a p*ss-up in Glasgow the night before, so don't think I'll be in a fit state to do the ride (late night the night before, possiby feeling a little rough & dehydrated).

Of course, if the plans change - I'd be up for it. Is anyone still up for meeting at Fisherrow ? I could join people there if I can get along. Should know whether Sat night's still on in a few days.

 

[MajorMantra]

I think I'm meeting some people at Waverley and then we're heading for Fisherrow and then Longniddry. I expect we'll finalise times a few days before.

Matthew

 

[Jane Smart]

note to self - get some miles in this week

 

[scook94]

note to self - get some miles in this week

Don't worry, due to horrendous work commitments and the weather I've not been on my bike for 3 weeks! I'll be keeping anyone at the back company for sure!

 

[Jane Smart]

Don't worry, due to horrendous work commitments and the weather I've not been on my bike for 3 weeks! I'll be keeping anyone at the back company for sure!

Due to holidays I had three weeks off too, but managed a megre 50 in total last week ( not on the same day ) and I just got back from a 22 miler today