Notsototalnewbie
Veteran
And yes, freezing to death before the start is a very real concern of mine...it will mean a bad start for me, because once I get cold I find it hard to warm up again.
RideLondon-Surrey 100 (2014!!!) Anyone?
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laurence
Veteran
- Location
- in the aeroplane over the sea
latest is that it will clear in the afternoon!
i hate cold, or wet or wondy weather - i really like the heat. i'm in trouble tomorrow
i hate cold, or wet or wondy weather - i really like the heat. i'm in trouble tomorrow
marcusjb
Senior Member
- Location
- Twickenham
Black bin bag - cut two arm holes and a head hole - nice and warm whilst you wait in the pens and easy to dispose of.
laurence
Veteran
- Location
- in the aeroplane over the sea
i have found a HUGE seatpack that was on one of my MTBs and has the same fitting as the road one, now i have loads of room for energy bars, 'phone, keys, etc. it was a bit cramped before. it will also give me some protection from spray!
think i'm sorted now. off to see the women's GP later.
think i'm sorted now. off to see the women's GP later.
Notsototalnewbie
Veteran
The bin bag tip reminds me, I once saw a couple climbing Snowdon with no other protection than bin bags and parcel tape! Thanks...I'd really like a big snuggly jacket though, but that's not practical to carry around obviously.
I alreayd own a huge post pack, see below:
http://www.evanscycles.com/products...ng-post-pack-ec028040?country=GB¤cy=GBP
but in an effort to be as light as possible was going to try to do without it (it doesn't weigh masses but obviously more than a regular saddle pack) and have just a small saddle pack with a tiny bag on my top tube, as I've managed for my last two long rides (which were dry admittedly). Not sure what to do now. It does also make a nice mudguard.
I alreayd own a huge post pack, see below:
http://www.evanscycles.com/products...ng-post-pack-ec028040?country=GB¤cy=GBP
but in an effort to be as light as possible was going to try to do without it (it doesn't weigh masses but obviously more than a regular saddle pack) and have just a small saddle pack with a tiny bag on my top tube, as I've managed for my last two long rides (which were dry admittedly). Not sure what to do now. It does also make a nice mudguard.
Beebo
Firm and Fruity
- Location
- Hexleybeef
I agree, if fnrttc tells us anything, it is that you only get cold below 10 degrees, and thats is when you stop. Keep moving and you will be fine.
I will probably just tough it out with short sleeve top and gillet, there is no light weight water proof top that will keep you dry for 5 hours of rain and my nightvision evo will be far too warm.
useful info, thanks
Notsototalnewbie
Veteran
I dunno, while I overheat easily and sweat like a horse, at the same time I have poor circulation so extremities can get very cold. I remember a wet summer FNRttC about six years ago when my soaked hands were so cold that Jane (saoirse) had to give me her spare pair of gloves.
laurence
Veteran
- Location
- in the aeroplane over the sea
coming off the hills may be bad... i did box bacl in march/april (ok, it was chilly) and it rained then and my hands froze with the wind and rain. then again, full finger gloves may make braking harder.
i'm going for base layer, s/s jersey, arm warmers (at least for the start0 and the rain jacket i bought on thursday. the latter packs down small enough so i can attach it to my seatpack if i take it off.
the weather is now a mix and looking a bit warmer than first mentioned. i figure with arm warmers i can roll them down to cover my wrists will will keep some heat in.
haven't decided on knee warmers yet as i really find them hard to keep on when riding.
good luck all.
sleaver
Veteran
At the hotel and I can just about see what I assume is one of the entry points
In the hope of getting a bit of extra sleep, I've got everything laid out. You can't say I'm not prepared.
I only had two bottles when I did 83 miles so I'm planning on stopping at the water stations around miles 40 and 80. As people have said the queues can be bad, I don't want to stop at the hubs unless I have to.
Only secession is full length gloves or mitts and arm/leg warmers as I do get cold quite easily.
Now that I've made the trek to Stratford, it's now back to Central London to watch the Women's GP and some late lunch. At least I won't have a bike this time.
In the hope of getting a bit of extra sleep, I've got everything laid out. You can't say I'm not prepared.
I only had two bottles when I did 83 miles so I'm planning on stopping at the water stations around miles 40 and 80. As people have said the queues can be bad, I don't want to stop at the hubs unless I have to.
Only secession is full length gloves or mitts and arm/leg warmers as I do get cold quite easily.
Now that I've made the trek to Stratford, it's now back to Central London to watch the Women's GP and some late lunch. At least I won't have a bike this time.
Just had a email saying they may shorten the route if weather is bad and remove Leith and Box hill.
Dear Participant,
As I am sure you are aware, accurate weather information is hard to come by ahead of tomorrow’s Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100, so do please read the following information carefully to ensure you’re well prepared for Ride Day.
In wet or windy conditions, please ride appropriately – leave more space between you and your fellow riders and moderate your speed.
Bring extra inner tubes with you as the chance of punctures is much higher when the roads are wet.
Please be aware that one of our contingencies is to shorten the route through one of the diversion points. If the weather is particularly poor, we may use a diversion that removes both Leith Hill and Box Hill from the route for rider safety. It is very important, therefore, that you follow all instructions given to you by our stewards and marshals.
Do ensure that you dress for inclement weather. As you will be in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for 60 minutes or more before you start the sportive, please wear warm and waterproof layers. A plastic poncho – or even a bin liner – will keep you dry prior to your departure.
Reduce your tyre pressures by 10-15psi from the summer norm to improve traction.
Try not to ride over manhole covers or white lines as they are more slippery than tarmac when wet.
Finally, take care when riding over Hammersmith Flyover as there is an uneven surface at one point in the road due to on-going maintenance work. Do ride this small section of the route with extra caution.
Dear Participant,
As I am sure you are aware, accurate weather information is hard to come by ahead of tomorrow’s Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100, so do please read the following information carefully to ensure you’re well prepared for Ride Day.
In wet or windy conditions, please ride appropriately – leave more space between you and your fellow riders and moderate your speed.
Bring extra inner tubes with you as the chance of punctures is much higher when the roads are wet.
Please be aware that one of our contingencies is to shorten the route through one of the diversion points. If the weather is particularly poor, we may use a diversion that removes both Leith Hill and Box Hill from the route for rider safety. It is very important, therefore, that you follow all instructions given to you by our stewards and marshals.
Do ensure that you dress for inclement weather. As you will be in Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park for 60 minutes or more before you start the sportive, please wear warm and waterproof layers. A plastic poncho – or even a bin liner – will keep you dry prior to your departure.
Reduce your tyre pressures by 10-15psi from the summer norm to improve traction.
Try not to ride over manhole covers or white lines as they are more slippery than tarmac when wet.
Finally, take care when riding over Hammersmith Flyover as there is an uneven surface at one point in the road due to on-going maintenance work. Do ride this small section of the route with extra caution.
U
User33236
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Arrived at ExCel and they can find me and Mrs SG's number We are on the system, just numbers have gone awol. Waiting (im)patiently whilst they try sort it out.
