Adventure Ride - Easter Fri 3rd April 2015 West Head 5:45am

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Postby Gowza » 26 Jul 2013, 10:40

Someone pack the emergency 'Old Spice' just in case!

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Postby mikesbytes » 26 Jul 2013, 11:42

Is that what JTB stands for... Looks like Saturday is wash day

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Postby Eleri » 26 Jul 2013, 12:14

A ride with men in clean lycra and wearing Old Spice. Hold me back!!

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Postby Dougie » 26 Jul 2013, 12:30

A ride with men in clean lycra and wearing Old Spice. Hold me back!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkd5dJIVjgM

smell like a man (or Monster)

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Postby anna_g » 26 Jul 2013, 13:32

1) Mike C (couldn't think of anything witty to put beside his name)
2) JTB (just happy it's not a road race)
3) Anthony K
4) Keith W
5) Stuart (no ferry for me)
6) Rajiv
7) Colin C
Nick G
9) Philip
10) Todd V (meet at Bestic Street)
11) Kerry V (meet at Bestic Street)
12) Adam (will decide on the ferry at the time)
13) Geoff M
14) Greg B
15) Greg B Groupie
16) Noel (RNP loop only)
17) Robert (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
18) Anna (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)

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Postby paul » 27 Jul 2013, 10:50

1) Mike C (couldn't think of anything witty to put beside his name)
2) JTB (just happy it's not a road race)
3) Anthony K
4) Keith W
5) Stuart (no ferry for me)
6) Rajiv
7) Colin C
Nick G
9) Philip
10) Todd V (meet at Bestic Street)
11) Kerry V (meet at Bestic Street)
12) Adam (will decide on the ferry at the time)
13) Geoff M
14) Greg B
15) Greg B Groupie
16) Noel (RNP loop only)
17) Robert (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
18) Anna (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
19) Paul (on my touring bike)

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Postby Derek » 27 Jul 2013, 17:22

1) Mike C (couldn't think of anything witty to put beside his name)
2) JTB (just happy it's not a road race)
3) Anthony K
4) Keith W
5) Stuart (no ferry for me)
6) Rajiv
7) Colin C
Nick G
9) Philip
10) Todd V (meet at Bestic Street)
11) Kerry V (meet at Bestic Street)
12) Adam (will decide on the ferry at the time)
13) Geoff M
14) Greg B
15) Greg B Groupie
16) Noel (RNP loop only)
17) Robert (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
18) Anna (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
19) Paul (on my touring bike)
20) Derek (RNP Loop only)

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Postby Johnj » 27 Jul 2013, 19:28

1) Mike C (couldn't think of anything witty to put beside his name)
2) JTB (just happy it's not a road race)
3) Anthony K
4) Keith W
5) Stuart (no ferry for me)
6) Rajiv
7) Colin C
Nick G
9) Philip
10) Todd V (meet at Bestic Street)
11) Kerry V (meet at Bestic Street)
12) Adam (will decide on the ferry at the time)
13) Geoff M
14) Greg B
15) Greg B Groupie
16) Noel (RNP loop only)
17) Robert (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
18) Anna (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
19) Paul (on my touring bike)
20) Derek (RNP Loop only)
21) Johnj

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Postby mikesbytes » 27 Jul 2013, 21:51

Forecast is sunny

See you at 6

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Postby Phil G » 27 Jul 2013, 22:17

1) Mike C (couldn't think of anything witty to put beside his name)
2) JTB (just happy it's not a road race)
3) Anthony K
4) Keith W
5) Stuart (no ferry for me)
6) Rajiv
7) Colin C
Nick G
9) Philip
10) Todd V (meet at Bestic Street)
11) Kerry V (meet at Bestic Street)
12) Adam (will decide on the ferry at the time)
13) Geoff M
14) Greg B
15) Greg B Groupie
16) Noel (RNP loop only)
17) Robert (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
18) Anna (meet at Bestic Street + No ferry)
19) Paul (on my touring bike)
20) Derek (RNP Loop only)
21) Johnj
22) Phil G (RNP Loop)

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Postby Gowza » 28 Jul 2013, 13:56

Thank you to the guys who guided the group of us through the RNP - you did a great job keeping the pace inclusive and the ride enjoyable. While I found it quite tough it was very satisfying!

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Postby Stuart » 28 Jul 2013, 14:17

So there was a crash at Waterfall. I was part of it but came off with only bruises, scrapes and sore hands. Need a new helmet. Nick (shoulder or collarbone) and Jason not so lucky as they were carted off in the ambulance. Wishing a speedy recovery to them both.

Stay safe people. Stay vigilant and watch the gap. Crashes happen very fast.

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Postby Rajiv » 28 Jul 2013, 17:49

Thank you to the guys who guided the group of us through the RNP - you did a great job keeping the pace inclusive and the ride enjoyable. While I found it quite tough it was very satisfying!
Yep, ditto! It was an amazing ride! Thanks so much to the ride leaders for getting us to Waterfall and to those who led us through the RNP. Also, it was wonderful to see how the group rallied together to assist Jason and Nick after the crash. Wishing them a speedy recovery. Stuart - hope you are also ok.

Cheers,
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Postby marc2131 » 28 Jul 2013, 20:55

Sorry to hear about the crash.
Get well soon Jason and Nick.
(edit) ... and Stuart too.

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Postby GregPankhurst » 28 Jul 2013, 21:05

Any updates on the condition of the lads?

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Postby marc2131 » 30 Jul 2013, 07:52

Any updates on the condition of the lads?
Any news about Jason and Nick?

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Postby Eleri » 30 Jul 2013, 10:24

Nick is out of hospital now with a brand new Ti collarbone.

Jason still in hospital for a few days.

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Postby andrewm » 30 Jul 2013, 10:31

Nick is out of hospital now with a brand new Ti collarbone.
titanium upgrade!

seriously - sounds like a nasty pile up. hope all recover well.

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Postby mikesbytes » 30 Jul 2013, 12:15

Spot the difference;

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Black hole

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Bundeena Ferry

That makes 3 attempts to get there.

I'm available Sunday 18th August for another ride. Do we want to make a 4th attempt at Bundeena Ferry or do something different, like 'The Wall', or a suggestion of yours?

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Postby Nozzle » 30 Jul 2013, 12:40

+1 for The Wall

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Postby Phil D » 30 Jul 2013, 13:13

I'm in for The Wall

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Postby Anthony K » 30 Jul 2013, 13:15

The wall or the ferry. Either would be good.

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 30 Jul 2013, 13:42

The Wall for mine. Ferry appears to be jinxed...

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Postby Stuart » 30 Jul 2013, 16:36

For what it's worth .... Adventure rides used to be slow, meandering, inclusive events. They were at a genuine C25+ pace and could take all day (especially if ferries were missed). This ethos seems to have been replaced by a fast, large bunch training ride pace and mind set.

Time to reset? Maybe those wanting training rides could organise as such ....

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 30 Jul 2013, 17:20

They were at a genuine C25+ pace and could take all day (especially if ferries were missed).
Or when the Bridge to Bridge speedboat race is on on the Hawkesbury so we get to snooze on the bank for a couple of hours while watching it.

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Postby Rajiv » 30 Jul 2013, 17:21

For what it's worth .... Adventure rides used to be slow, meandering, inclusive events. They were at a genuine C25+ pace and could take all day (especially if ferries were missed). This ethos seems to have been replaced by a fast, large bunch training ride pace and mind set.

Time to reset? Maybe those wanting training rides could organise as such ....
As someone who is transitioning from c25s to c28s, I found the pace just manageable and certainly enjoyed the challenge to step up. Those who led us through the RNP also did a great job of waiting for us at the top of the hills and even riding back down to see where we were at.

However I think I would've struggled with the pace to Waterfall 6 to 12 months ago. I therefore tend to agree with Stuart that the adventure rides may need to run at a slightly more relaxed pace if the intention is to be inclusive of newer or less stronger riders.

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Postby Rajiv » 30 Jul 2013, 17:38

Despite what I just said, I'm keen to give the infamous "Wall" a go too!
Rajiv

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Postby Colin Campbell » 30 Jul 2013, 18:09

For what it's worth .... Adventure rides used to be slow, meandering, inclusive events. They were at a genuine C25+ pace and could take all day (especially if ferries were missed). This ethos seems to have been replaced by a fast, large bunch training ride pace and mind set.

Time to reset? Maybe those wanting training rides could organise as such ....
Agree.

Illness stopped my riding on Sunday but I must admit the presence of riders well beyond C25 gave me concern! The male ego has trouble coping with "slow" ... I am sure I would have suffered rather than enjoyed the ride.

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Postby mikesbytes » 30 Jul 2013, 20:26

I think there is a misunderstanding here. The pace is set by the slowest rider, so how fast it is, depends on who is riding. Usually myself or another quick rider will be at the rear and will advise the bunch to slow down if a rider is unable to keep up and/or assist the rider.

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Postby anna_g » 30 Jul 2013, 21:15

The wall sounds great! :D
Speedy recovery for Stuart,Nick, and Jason!

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Postby Gowza » 31 Jul 2013, 14:36

Any ride involving a so called 'Wall' does not... in my opinion... sound "good".

I am however feeling adventurous and will also partake 8)

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Postby marc2131 » 04 Aug 2013, 05:56

Any updates on the condition of the lads?
Anyone know if Jason is out of hospital?

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Postby mikesbytes » 04 Aug 2013, 13:49

Anyone know if Jason is out of hospital?
Jason is out of hospital

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Postby mikesbytes » 10 Aug 2013, 10:50

The Wall - 6am Sunday 19th August

Last year was the first time we ventured up this one. Its got some bite in it at 20% but then it levels out to 10%.

The route is Marrickville -> RNP Audley in -> Otford pie shop (probably grab a coffee) -> helensburgh -> Waterfall -> Marrickville

Pace is that of the slowest rider and the quicker riders will challenge themselves on the hills.

****The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]

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Postby GregPankhurst » 10 Aug 2013, 11:18

then it levels out to 10%.
Levels out to 10%?? Surely that's an oxymoron

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Postby Strawburger » 10 Aug 2013, 11:42

He's been doing way too many hills to be talking like that.

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Postby humanbeing » 10 Aug 2013, 15:46

Sunday the 18th August I believe :D
****The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]

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Postby Eleri » 10 Aug 2013, 15:54

Jason is out of hospital
Jason would like to thank everyone for their concern and support. He has fractured his neck and arm in a few places and will be in a neck brace for a couple of months. He is home now and "in good spirits (as always)."

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Postby Anthony K » 10 Aug 2013, 22:18

Sunday the 18th August I believe :D
****The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)

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Postby Phil D » 12 Aug 2013, 09:43

****The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)

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Postby Philip » 12 Aug 2013, 10:01

****The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)
Philip

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Postby mikesbytes » 13 Aug 2013, 17:32

Sunday forecast is Sunny :) :)

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Postby Andrew_Harvey » 13 Aug 2013, 20:15

***The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)
Andrew H (have heard the legends of doing RNP in from Audley!)

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Postby Philip » 13 Aug 2013, 20:25

***The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Peter Bownes [love the wall]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)
Andrew H (have heard the legends of doing RNP in from Audley!)
Philip (dropped before I even started, that's a record, even for me)

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Postby mikesbytes » 17 Aug 2013, 09:36

Pace is that of the slowest rider and the fastest riders will challenge themselves on the main hills.

Weather looking good, see you in the morning

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Postby humanbeing » 17 Aug 2013, 10:04

Sorry I'm a late scratching, sick as a dog!Adventure rides and I aren't getting on :?
***The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)
Andrew H (have heard the legends of doing RNP in from Audley!)
Philip (dropped before I even started, that's a record, even for me)

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Postby Philip » 17 Aug 2013, 18:43

I may or may not turn left after the wall, head down to stanwell park then turn around and head back to waterfall through the park. It's only a slight maybe but a maybe none the less.

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Postby Phil D » 17 Aug 2013, 19:46

I'm open to the idea of stanwell park and back to waterfall through the park if others are...

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Postby anna_g » 18 Aug 2013, 00:42

The list of awesomeness (except the first one)****
Mike C [considering his gearing]
Anthony K (Does not feel very awesome but needs hill training)
Phil D (sucker for punishment)
Andrew H (have heard the legends of doing RNP in from Audley!)
Philip (dropped before I even started, that's a record, even for me)
Anna (might drop off to sleep though) - Bestic @ 6:10am
Robert (ditto)

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Postby anna_g » 18 Aug 2013, 19:14

Thanks for the ride today everyone! Especially for pacing me through RNP.
Really enjoyed the ride today :D

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Postby Andrew_Harvey » 18 Aug 2013, 21:01

The legends are true! Treat Audley Hill south and the Wall with respect! Great ride guys. Thanks to everyone and especially ride leader Mike who dragged us home from Waterfall.

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Postby Philip » 19 Aug 2013, 16:18

The only two that worked, next time we'll have to take a professional photographer along

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Postby Philip » 19 Aug 2013, 17:03

Oh, and a thank you from me to. I love the adventure rides.

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Postby mikesbytes » 01 Sep 2013, 14:41

From lasts months Adventure ride - Wall
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Postby Andrew_Harvey » 07 Sep 2013, 20:55

Hi Mike. I liked your idea of an adventure ride that left early, headed a long way out, then caught a train home. Much safer than coming back into Sydney during mid morning peak hour. In that vein i really like the thought of heading north - via the gorges and then beyond? Is there a route that could make that work? All best. Andrew

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Postby mikesbytes » 07 Sep 2013, 21:08

Hi Andrew, agree its good to ride out of Sydney early and not so great to ride into Sydney later

I'm thinking of a ride to Wisemans ferry, grab a feed then onto Wyong and train home. Need to investigate the feasibility of it.

Also looking at the feasibility of putting on a ride for the C25ers

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Postby Juliet » 08 Sep 2013, 12:50

An adventure ride for C25ers?! Excellent idea. Thanks Mike.

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Postby andrewm » 08 Sep 2013, 13:35

Suggest feed at spencer rather than wisemans much nicer

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Postby Colin Campbell » 08 Sep 2013, 14:07

An adventure ride for C25ers?! Excellent idea. Thanks Mike.
Excellent indeed!

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Postby Anthony K » 08 Sep 2013, 16:44

Wyong via Wiseman's sounds grand. :) :)

http://app.strava.com/routes/20275 I think Strava's elevation data for some of this is kaput but the rest of it looks good.

Has anyone ridden the Wiseman's Ferry Rd?

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Postby andrewm » 08 Sep 2013, 17:01

Mike has led two adventure rides through wisemans ferry (I've been on both). It's fine. Not awesome riding but good.

I have done all of that except central mangrove to wyong.
http://www.strava.com/activities/67947586

It's fine.

Actually, better than fine. The section from wisemans to mangrove mountain is fantastic!

And I'm sure yarramalong valley would be awesome.

I was tempted to do that rather than ride back to sydney.

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Postby andrewm » 08 Sep 2013, 17:05

Oh. The elevation might be right. Mangrove mt./bumble hill is a large hill for sydney.

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Postby Stuart » 05 Apr 2014, 14:54

Come adventuring at a C28's pace. Easter Friday. 3 Gorges. 6:00am at the cafe. Here's the link.

http://dhbc.org.au/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=4338

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Postby Camilla » 24 Oct 2014, 21:53

Whose up for an Adventure Ride this Spring?

It's been a while. I'd like to revisit Mike's Windsor ride (minus my fixie). But there are lots of other possibilities. Maybe a 3 gorges for those who've not done it before?

In essence, I'd like to see this endeavour re-invigorated. It's lots of fun & a great way to meet people/challenge yourself. I'm proposing November Sunday 23 as a date (because I'm away before that).

Thoughts?

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Postby jonboy » 25 Oct 2014, 09:55

Tahiti looks nice. (That will mean nothing to anyone under 40...)

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Postby humanbeing » 25 Oct 2014, 11:27

"Simon, Tahiti!"
I'm keen, Nov 23 sounds good.
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Postby mikesbytes » 25 Oct 2014, 14:07

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike

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Postby Anthony K » 25 Oct 2014, 20:39

Windsor sounds Fab.
Other places in my mind:
- Macquarie Pass, train home
- Headlands, all of them, Bundeena, ferry, Cronulla, Kurnell, la per, south head, water taxi, north head, Barrenjoey, ferry, Box Head , train home
Might need to do that one in two separate days.

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Postby Anthony K » 25 Oct 2014, 20:41

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K

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Postby Camilla » 26 Oct 2014, 07:16

I like your thinking Anthony! We've got all summer...

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Postby mikesbytes » 26 Oct 2014, 12:16

If we take the route to wiseman then follow the hawkesbury (spelling) to Windsor, then we have done a century

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Postby Camilla » 27 Oct 2014, 09:16

Sounds good to me. Let's just make sure it's not boat day that day.

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Postby Stuart » 27 Oct 2014, 10:37

Is that 100k or 160k? IMO 160k is too far for an inclusive Adventure Ride i.e. too far for me 8)

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Postby mikesbytes » 27 Oct 2014, 11:55

Is that 100k or 160k? IMO 160k is too far for an inclusive Adventure Ride i.e. too far for me.
There's 2 Windsor routes;

1. the long one that goes via Wisemans and is more than 160k off memory. The early part of the ride is hard, going over north side hills. From Wisemans its fairly easy following the Hawkesbury, only one big hill of note.

2. the direct one where we ride direct to Windsor have a quick breakie then that the road to Springwood, stopping for a photo op on the great view. That's the one you did before Stuart. What was the total distance? 90 - 100k ???

I'm happy to do either

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 27 Oct 2014, 13:21

I have a 70.3 the following weekend so an adventure ride might be an easy way to get the k's in.

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K
5. JTB

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Postby Stuart » 27 Oct 2014, 13:41

which route then?

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Postby humanbeing » 27 Oct 2014, 14:23

I have a 70.3 the following weekend so an adventure ride might be an easy way to get the k's in.
70.3?
Is that something that involves a bike ride followed and/or preceded by a swim and a run? :lol:
Have a great ride,
Peter

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 27 Oct 2014, 14:29

Perhaps Peter... Perhaps. :cool:

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Postby canthes » 27 Oct 2014, 19:23

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K
5. JTB
6. Cam

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Postby Jdubs » 03 Nov 2014, 16:47

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K
5. JTB
6. Cam
7. Jonathan (Tentative)

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Postby mikesbytes » 13 Nov 2014, 16:08

So what's the decision?
1. Blue Mountains 3rd route (100k ???) Which Stu is keen on. Marrickville -> Windsor (coffee at the bakery) -> Springwood (beer) and a train
2. The Century, actually a little more (180k ???) Not Stu's cup of tea. Marrickville -> Wisman's (coffee and brunch) -> Hawkesbury river -> Windsor and a train

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Postby Stuart » 13 Nov 2014, 16:45

I'll be in if the final destination is here
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Postby Anthony K » 13 Nov 2014, 17:24

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K ( Becoming quite doubtful )
5. JTB
6. Cam
7. Jonathan (Tentative)

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Postby mikesbytes » 13 Nov 2014, 20:08

Who rode back last year? (while the rest of us enjoyed beer and caught a train)

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Postby Anthony K » 13 Nov 2014, 23:01

Philip, Keith, Nick and I rode back from Springwood.
A hoot getting down to Penrith.
Bloody awful from there back along the M4 and the M5. I won't do that again.

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Postby Philip » 14 Nov 2014, 21:27

The M5 is still a write off due to road works. Definitely recommend a beer and a train trip for the return run.

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Postby Timich » 16 Nov 2014, 16:28

Windsor November Sunday 23
1. Camillia
2. Peter
3. Mike
4. Anthony K ( Becoming quite doubtful )
5. JTB
6. Cam
7. Jonathan (Tentative)
8. Tim

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Postby Stuart » 17 Nov 2014, 13:56

I'm on-call for work. Can't make it.

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Postby mikesbytes » 17 Nov 2014, 19:33

I'm on-call for work. Can't make it.
laptop in the back pack 8)

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Postby Camilla » 18 Nov 2014, 16:31

The newsletter reminded me that we've got an adventure ride happening on Sunday!

We need to decide which route we're doing. Mike, are you able to be ride leader either way (i.e. be in charge of directions)?

Stuart, did you want to come? In which case we could do the shorter route if you preferred.

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Postby Camilla » 18 Nov 2014, 16:32

Oh, hang on - I just saw that Stuart can't make it. What does everyone else think?

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Postby mikesbytes » 18 Nov 2014, 19:25

Ride leader? does that mean I get to drink the most beer?

Lets put the route to a vote

Marrickville -> Wisemans -> Windsor 180k?
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Marrickville -> Windsor -> Springwood 100k?
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3. Mike (but OK with either)

Yet to vote
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1. Camillia
2. Peter
4. Anthony K ( Becoming quite doubtful )
5. JTB
6. Cam
7. Jonathan (Tentative)
8. Tim

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Postby humanbeing » 19 Nov 2014, 08:55

Sorry folks, I have to withdraw :( Still haven't managed to get on an Adventure Ride.
Maybe next time?

Mike says-

Ride leader? does that mean I get to drink the most beer?

Lets put the route to a vote

Marrickville -> Wisemans -> Windsor 180k?
============================

Marrickville -> Windsor -> Springwood 100k?
============================
2. Mike (but OK with either)

Yet to vote
============================
1. Camillia
3. Anthony K ( Becoming quite doubtful )
4. JTB
5. Cam
6. Jonathan (Tentative)
7. Tim

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Postby Anthony K » 19 Nov 2014, 10:09

I hate it when work gets in the way of play. I am out

1. Camillia
4. JTB
5. Cam
6. Jonathan (Tentative)
7. Tim

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Postby Stuart » 19 Nov 2014, 16:21

laptop in the back pack 8)
I have to shut down a mail / apps server at 8:00 and then confirm the server restarted correctly following the usual 852 Windows patches at approx. 8:30am

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 20 Nov 2014, 08:13

Has anyone noticed the weather forecast?

Starting to think RNP might be a good option.

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Postby James Rogers » 20 Nov 2014, 11:16

You mean the one that says Windsor will be 41C on Sunday?

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Postby JoTheBuilder » 20 Nov 2014, 14:24

You mean the one that says Windsor will be 41C on Sunday?
That would be the one.

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Postby mikesbytes » 20 Nov 2014, 16:16

And what is the temperature 6am thru 10am? Same time frame as RNP, will only be slightly different

And... the beer will be the same temperature regardless


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