RideLondon-Surrey 100 (2014!!!) Anyone?

[Globalti]

Last time I did the Cape Argus I heard a massive crash happening right behind me in a huge group of nervous riders (wasn't my fault!) and the scream of horror mixed with anger from one woman rider as she realised what was happening followed by the crashing of bikes on tarmac and the thump of bones will stay with me for ever. People were helicoptered out of that one and I stopped doing the Argus after that as the consequences of a stay in hospital, when I was supposed to be in SA on a business trip, would not be good.

 

[freewheelwilly]

This fool will be on his bike at 5am.

As will I, see you out there

 

[livpoksoc]

Just collected my reg pack & one for papa livpoksoc. No talk of diversions or changes in light of the impending weather, just lots of 'enjoy it, hopefully you won't get too wet'.

Plenty of waterproof coats still on racks. Big presence from Wiggle. Most stalls selling gels more than they have jerseys. Looking forward to it now, hopefully the back will hold

 

[benb]

OK, if anyone wants to join me for an ale, I'll be in the fox at about 7:00
Say hello!

 

[stephenb]

Think I might leave the shiny new lightweight machine in the attic in favour of my old faithful (mud guard equipped) tourer.

 

[moid]

Hi All,
I’m cycling on sunday, and a friend of mine starts in a wave 20 mins behind. Does anyone know if it is possible to pull over immediately after the start line, but before the official timing begins to wait for him?
Thx

 

[w00hoo_kent]

From what I recall people saying there is a bit of cycling from the start point to the timing point so it seems likely you could find somewhere to pull over for 20 minutes. You could always fake a mechanical, shuffle your particulars for comfort or some such. I'm not sure how often the waves are heading off. Are you the same colour etc? If not you may need to make sure that everyone is together before you pause.

 

[livpoksoc]

OK, if anyone wants to join me for an ale, I'll be in the fox at about 7:00
Say hello!

Starting early?

 

[Deleted member 35268]

Meet the girlz, 5pm today at registration distraction event at Excel

 

[w00hoo_kent]

They'll never all fit on that one bike...

 

[Flyingfox]

Hi All,
I’m cycling on sunday, and a friend of mine starts in a wave 20 mins behind. Does anyone know if it is possible to pull over immediately after the start line, but before the official timing begins to wait for him?
Thx

In the blurb it says you can wait along The Highway.

I don't know if I can be bothered with rain jacket, I always overheat, might just take my gilet and wear a dustbin sack whilst waiting around for the start!

 

[Deleted member 35268]

Hi All,
I’m cycling on sunday, and a friend of mine starts in a wave 20 mins behind. Does anyone know if it is possible to pull over immediately after the start line, but before the official timing begins to wait for him?
Thx

Yes, there were loads of peeps waiting for others after the initial wave releases. Make sure he/she looks out for you, as you will go dizzy trying to spot your pal.

 

[benb]

Starting early?

Need to make sure I can get back to bed in time for a decent sleep!

 

[EltonFrog]

I'm currently parked up near Marble arch and am about to cycle to the hotel, tomorrow we will be having a day out in London, So We are sorted , Let's hope the weather improves!

 

[Deleted member 35268]

So, do I go and spend a load of cash on new overshoes (current ones have holes) plus some new waterproof tights / trousers - Or do I man up.

PS, I am putting my mudguards back on, you can't stop me