rockyroller
Guru
- Location
- 20 miles northwest of Boston, MA
haha, great record!
Your ride today....
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itboffin
Guru
- Location
- Marlborough, Windshire
Cool but that was very small, youngling perhaps?
Arjimlad
Tights of Cydonia
- Location
- South Glos
Quite possibly
Spiderweb
Not So Special One
- Location
- North Yorkshire
The roads have been pretty icy of late so I’ve been walking rather than cycling but a lovely day today for my first ride of 2021. Out on the Hewitt Chiltern at 1pm for a steady ride to Bishopthorpe on the outskirts of York. Two and a half weeks off the bike so really struggled for any pace. 28.5 miles with an average of 14.1 mph.
Archie_tect
De Skieven Architek... aka Penfold + Horace
- Location
- Northumberland
Been really icy the last week and too much work to get out and about so did the usual airport loop- 13 very cold miles today. A few patches of ice here and there by the kerbs but the roads have been well gritted.
Only saw two others out today- all well wrapped up- my old CC buff was useful!
Only saw two others out today- all well wrapped up- my old CC buff was useful!
Sunshine today and it called for a ride of sorts.
Not too far and not to fast but it was good to be out anyway. All local roads.
20.5 miles and 1100 ft.
View: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/61360200
Not too far and not to fast but it was good to be out anyway. All local roads.
20.5 miles and 1100 ft.
View: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/61360200
- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
I took the chance to get out this morning while I could. A local loop taking me up Lyth Hill to Great Lyth, down to Annscroft, round the base of the hill to Stapleton and Ryton then round the loop to Longnor, Acton Burnell, Cantlop, Condover and a return pass of Lyth Hill via Little Lyth.
Overnight rain hadn't long cleared out of the way so it was a bit grey and gloomy at the start with a chilly wind. Fortunately that was at my back, making the first few miles fairly easy. There were people out exercising on the hill but not as many as I've seen lately - not sure if that's the weather or people afraid of getting fined. While looking at the view the sound of a dog shrieking started behind me and I wondered what on earth the trouble was; it turned out to be a springer spaniel getting very overexcited at the prospect of her walk.
Dropping down to Annscroft the road was quieter than of late and few vehicles passed me on the way to Stapleton. The ones there were were mostly delivery vans of varying politeness. I had a clear crossing of the A49 and mostly empty lanes to Ryton and Longnor where I turned back towards the wind and found my progress slowed a little. It stayed fairly quiet to Acton Burnell, Pitchford and Cantlop. Pausing for a couple of tractor coming the other way there was also the first cyclist I'd seen this trip.
Climbing Lyth Hill for the second time a van came up behind but the misery of a driver wouldn't even look at me let alone thank me for pulling over to allow him past.
A couple more cyclists seen as I descended the hill and one more when I was practically home.
22.2 miles this trip at 12.6 mph average. Not surprised to see that the government still can't decide what local means, so I shall do similar rides to the first lockdown and not feel guilty about it.
Just the one snapshot this time from the top of Lyth Hill. Rather overcast as you see, it did brighten up a bit later on though.
Overnight rain hadn't long cleared out of the way so it was a bit grey and gloomy at the start with a chilly wind. Fortunately that was at my back, making the first few miles fairly easy. There were people out exercising on the hill but not as many as I've seen lately - not sure if that's the weather or people afraid of getting fined. While looking at the view the sound of a dog shrieking started behind me and I wondered what on earth the trouble was; it turned out to be a springer spaniel getting very overexcited at the prospect of her walk.
Dropping down to Annscroft the road was quieter than of late and few vehicles passed me on the way to Stapleton. The ones there were were mostly delivery vans of varying politeness. I had a clear crossing of the A49 and mostly empty lanes to Ryton and Longnor where I turned back towards the wind and found my progress slowed a little. It stayed fairly quiet to Acton Burnell, Pitchford and Cantlop. Pausing for a couple of tractor coming the other way there was also the first cyclist I'd seen this trip.
Climbing Lyth Hill for the second time a van came up behind but the misery of a driver wouldn't even look at me let alone thank me for pulling over to allow him past.
A couple more cyclists seen as I descended the hill and one more when I was practically home.
22.2 miles this trip at 12.6 mph average. Not surprised to see that the government still can't decide what local means, so I shall do similar rides to the first lockdown and not feel guilty about it.
Just the one snapshot this time from the top of Lyth Hill. Rather overcast as you see, it did brighten up a bit later on though.
gavgav
Legendary Member
Met up with Doug for a socially distanced ride, after finishing working. A very cold evening, but not much wind and dry at least.
We set off from the estate entrance and out onto the very busy A458, where we almost saw a big collision. 2 cars hurtled past us and the one in front then broke very late for the Betton turn, with the one behind almost slamming into the back of him, hand leaning on horn. Moron’s.
We then took the Betton road, ourselves, before branching off onto the lanes to Berrington and Cross Houses. Another short section on the heaving A458, before the nice descent to Atcham, more busy roads to Berwick Wharf and Upton Magna.
Thankfully the road to Uffington was finally a quiet one and we then joined the old canal path to Pimley, seeing 3 mountain bikers heading, presumably, to Haughmond Hill for a blast.
We then joined the estate roads, alongside Sundorne Rd, before using the cycle paths down to Reabrook and Meole Brace, where we parted ways. Still loads of traffic about on the town roads
15.73 miles and nice to escape the 4 walls, for a short while.
We set off from the estate entrance and out onto the very busy A458, where we almost saw a big collision. 2 cars hurtled past us and the one in front then broke very late for the Betton turn, with the one behind almost slamming into the back of him, hand leaning on horn. Moron’s.
We then took the Betton road, ourselves, before branching off onto the lanes to Berrington and Cross Houses. Another short section on the heaving A458, before the nice descent to Atcham, more busy roads to Berwick Wharf and Upton Magna.
Thankfully the road to Uffington was finally a quiet one and we then joined the old canal path to Pimley, seeing 3 mountain bikers heading, presumably, to Haughmond Hill for a blast.
We then joined the estate roads, alongside Sundorne Rd, before using the cycle paths down to Reabrook and Meole Brace, where we parted ways. Still loads of traffic about on the town roads
15.73 miles and nice to escape the 4 walls, for a short while.
Grant Fondo
Guru
- Location
- Cheshire
Lovely photos, is that the Great Mew Stone over in the distance?
twentysix by twentyfive
Clinging on tightly
- Location
- Over the Hill
Early rain seemed to be over by the time John B and I met up. Today's route was John's choice. We took to standard lanes through to Pendock then the lovely run by Hethelpit Cross to Blackwells End. We dodged across to Ashleworth for the run along the Hams. John jinked us differently by Welland Stone for the run back. I added a bit to Guarlford for some seeds from the nursery. All good and nice to see a friendly face this lockdown. 44 smiles
stoatsngroats
Legendary Member
- Location
- South East
I managed to get a short 30 minute cycle in in my lunch (half) hour, part way along the Promenade for 6and a half miles, which although minimal, was great for my mental health, despite the gentle rain shower.
For those of you with a fitness watch, like Apple means I’ve closed my rings today, making the 4th day in a row that I have done this. The last time I managed to close rings for 4 d ays (actually this was 5 days) was in July 2019.
Hopefully, this means a better start for me, and I can reflect back on an improving year of cycling as we get into the summer!
For those of you with a fitness watch, like Apple means I’ve closed my rings today, making the 4th day in a row that I have done this. The last time I managed to close rings for 4 d ays (actually this was 5 days) was in July 2019.
Hopefully, this means a better start for me, and I can reflect back on an improving year of cycling as we get into the summer!
rockyroller
Guru
- Location
- 20 miles northwest of Boston, MA
I don't mind riding in light rain, but the temperature can affect that. if it's cold enough, being wet makes it feel even colder. we have rain predicted for Saturday so I'm hoping there will be just the right combo of precip & temps
stoatsngroats
Legendary Member
- Location
- South East
@rockyroller yes, I agree, I knew it was going to happen, just got togged ready, and it was great. I would’ve gone a little farther or divert around the direct return route if I’d have had time, but working from home to me doesn’t mean taking advantage.
The afternoon work went really quickly, and being out on the bike is always better than being in!
I did consider buying a roller for using in the garage, but I wouldn’t enjoy it as much as moving.
The afternoon work went really quickly, and being out on the bike is always better than being in!
I did consider buying a roller for using in the garage, but I wouldn’t enjoy it as much as moving.
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- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Today's rain cleared out of the way earlier than anticipated so I grabbed the chance of a ride this afternoon. Another fairly local loop starting off the same as yesterday (Great Lyth, Annscroft, Exford's Green, Stapleton) then climbing up to Pulverbatch before turning back towards Wrentnall, Oaks, Plealey, Arscott, back to Exford's Green then over Lyth Hill again via Hunger Hill and Little Lyth.
A little windier but less cold than yesterday and the roads were every bit as wet. Still not as many cars up at Lyth Hill as there have been lately but there seemed to be more people arriving on foot than I'd usually see which I think is good. I saw my first cyclist of the trip here too.
Dropping down to Annscroft the roads are still nice and quiet - I only got passed by a couple of vehicles this time on the way to Exford's Green. The lane to Stapleton has had the hedges cut today and was completely strewn with cuttings (something to note @gavgav). Checking the tyres at the end of it I found a thorn slap bang in the middle of the tread on the rear.
I decided not to disturb it in the hope I'd get all the way round without losing too much air.
The lane to Pulverbatch was into the wind which made it a plod. There were more people walking along here than I expectedand all seemed quite friendly until the couple I met just after Church Pulverbatch. The lady gave me The Look followed by a slow head shake. Not really happy with that but it is the first time so far in the whole pandemic that I have met with disapproval for being out so I can live with that.
Reaching Pulverbatch and turning onto the main road I had a good tailwind which made for an enjoyable run to Wrentnall and an easy climb to Oaks where I encountered the second cyclist of the trip. I had the descent to Plealey to myself, except for a couple of walkers near the bottom of the hill, then decided to take the lane that cuts across to Arscott Hall and didn't see a soul along it.
Back on track heading for Exford's Green again the tailwind had picked up and I enjoyed a faster second run through, taking a left this time to head towards Hunger Hill. Although I turned back towards the wind on the way to Little Lyth the climb seemed a little less of a strain compared to yesterday. I didn't get bothered by traffic but it sounded like there was a drone buzzing somewhere round my head as I tackled the steepest bit. Watch out for the news report making an example of me soon.
20.6 miles today at 12mph average. I had the (very muddy ) back tyre off at the end of the ride and luckily the thorn hadn't got through. Worth checking I hadn't picked up any others while I was at it.
It doesn't feel right stopping for frivolous things like photos on these lockdown rides (especially after Pulverbatch) so I just grabbed a couple of snaps from Lyth Hill on the way there and the way back.
View from the top - still overcast but a nicer day than yesterday.
At the top of the climb from Little Lyth - ooh, look: sunshine!
A little windier but less cold than yesterday and the roads were every bit as wet. Still not as many cars up at Lyth Hill as there have been lately but there seemed to be more people arriving on foot than I'd usually see which I think is good. I saw my first cyclist of the trip here too.
Dropping down to Annscroft the roads are still nice and quiet - I only got passed by a couple of vehicles this time on the way to Exford's Green. The lane to Stapleton has had the hedges cut today and was completely strewn with cuttings (something to note @gavgav). Checking the tyres at the end of it I found a thorn slap bang in the middle of the tread on the rear.
I decided not to disturb it in the hope I'd get all the way round without losing too much air.The lane to Pulverbatch was into the wind which made it a plod. There were more people walking along here than I expectedand all seemed quite friendly until the couple I met just after Church Pulverbatch. The lady gave me The Look followed by a slow head shake. Not really happy with that but it is the first time so far in the whole pandemic that I have met with disapproval for being out so I can live with that.
Reaching Pulverbatch and turning onto the main road I had a good tailwind which made for an enjoyable run to Wrentnall and an easy climb to Oaks where I encountered the second cyclist of the trip. I had the descent to Plealey to myself, except for a couple of walkers near the bottom of the hill, then decided to take the lane that cuts across to Arscott Hall and didn't see a soul along it.
Back on track heading for Exford's Green again the tailwind had picked up and I enjoyed a faster second run through, taking a left this time to head towards Hunger Hill. Although I turned back towards the wind on the way to Little Lyth the climb seemed a little less of a strain compared to yesterday. I didn't get bothered by traffic but it sounded like there was a drone buzzing somewhere round my head as I tackled the steepest bit. Watch out for the news report making an example of me soon.
20.6 miles today at 12mph average. I had the (very muddy ) back tyre off at the end of the ride and luckily the thorn hadn't got through. Worth checking I hadn't picked up any others while I was at it.
It doesn't feel right stopping for frivolous things like photos on these lockdown rides (especially after Pulverbatch) so I just grabbed a couple of snaps from Lyth Hill on the way there and the way back.
View from the top - still overcast but a nicer day than yesterday.
At the top of the climb from Little Lyth - ooh, look: sunshine!
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Dave 123
Legendary Member
- Location
- Cambridgeshire alps
Yes. Round here they drop the Great.
