The Imperial Century A Month Challenge Chatzone

[sittingbull]

2 out of the 3 of us didn't get out.

I'm not surprised, although I thought conditions would be a little more favourable for you than the rest of the UK.

The roads here are clear but the grit can be slippy (like gravel) and I've no doubt there'll be snow/ice in sheltered areas away from the main roads. I'm still hoping for a suitable opportunity but don't fancy getting chilled to the bone

 

[Rohloff_Brompton_Rider]

It is impossible at the moment, all the areas around me are snowed in with drifts upto 14ft. For example...

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-21918390

The forecast says it will either stay the same or get worse....in the interest of safety will a double century in April be acceptable?

Unless there's a major thaw of course.

 

[sittingbull]

It is impossible at the moment, all the areas around me are snowed in with drifts upto 14ft.

That's really bad!

At least I could find clear roads but think the ride itself would be pretty unbearable (based on shorter rides I've been doing).

 

[Norry1]

Gulp.... I'm giving it a go today. Its -1 at the moment and forecast to be a max of 1. Plenty of snow around but roads look generally clear.

 

[rb58]

Gulp.... I'm giving it a go today. Its -1 at the moment and forecast to be a max of 1. Plenty of snow around but roads look generally clear.

Good luck!

2 out of the 3 of us didn't get out.
Both myself and rb58 have the FNRttC to Felpham next week which is one of the longest.

I already did my March century at the beginning of the month. So glad I did as well. Looking forward to the first FNRttC of the season though.

 

[HLaB]

Gulp.... I'm giving it a go today. Its -1 at the moment and forecast to be a max of 1. Plenty of snow around but roads look generally clear.

I went out at -2 in the knowledge the sun would come out. The melt is on again in Peterborough hopefuly it is for you too, good luck!

 

[HLaB]

Good luck!

I already did my March century at the beginning of the month. So glad I did as well. Looking forward to the first FNRttC of the season though.

Ditto, I've off to Flanders on Saturday to do another but I'm glad I'm not relying on it

 

[Norry1]

Well, we managed the ride. It was very cold (obviously) and "interesting" in parts. There was also a very strong wind which seemed to be in our face most of the way around.

Me

Johnny

Still, pleased to get that one under my belt. Johnny also needed it as he's doing the Amstel next month.

Martin

 

[Trickedem]

I did the Man of Kent 200km Audax yesterday as mentioned by Ian. It was touch and go, as when I woke up to the snow was settling on the ground. However, this was my last chance to do my 100 this month and I am also trying to do an Audax RRTY (200km a month). I drove out to the start anyway and the roads were slightly damp but not icy and like the other 31 starters I decided to give it a go.
Headwinds for the first 50 miles to Sandwich were brutal, particularly when you were directly exposed to them. Worst time was when I got a puncture and had to fix it with the full force of the wind on my back. Ian, you will be glad to know that I am completely converted to CO2 inflation now. I was shivering badly when I got back on the bike. The next 70 miles were much better with the wind mainly on the shoulder or to the size. It was so cold my water bottles froze, but I am really glad I made the effort, as I am sure this will be the toughest 200km I have to do this year (famous last words)

 

[ianrauk]

Well done Tim. A fantastic effort. Really fantastic.

 

[Rohloff_Brompton_Rider]

Either Saturday or Sunday at the seaside planned, forecast 5 degrees which will feel like summer compared to home.

 

[Rohloff_Brompton_Rider]

That's really bad!

At least I could find clear roads but think the ride itself would be pretty unbearable (based on shorter rides I've been doing).

Poor young lad was only 700m from home, sad very sad.

 

[sittingbull]

Well, we managed the ride.

I did the Man of Kent 200km Audax yesterday....

Great riding guys!

Either Saturday or Sunday at the seaside planned, forecast 5 degrees which will feel like summer compared to home.

Good luck.... I'm still watching and waiting, hopefully the wind will drop a little too.

 

[ianrauk]

Either Saturday or Sunday at the seaside planned, forecast 5 degrees which will feel like summer compared to home.

Yup, good luck bfb.
Am doing the FNRttC to Felpham thursday night - now that is going to be cold.

 

[middleagecyclist]

So glad I did my March century at the start of the month. What with the current weather and my 'orrible head cold I don't think I could even manage 1 mile on my bike at present.

Good luck to all those needing to complete for this month.