Thinking of riding across to Saffron Walden to see the tour
They will not be hanging about at this point, but does make a ride of it.
Let me know if interested
Will check the weather before and post if on
Hi Kevin
Thanks for pointing this out. Still making my mind up.
I think the location posted will be busy as in the press as a good place to go.
May opt for a less we'll know place without the crowds.
The peloton will be fast wherever you are.
So keep an eye out. Will post if decide an alternative, if not may see you at 8am
Looks like tour leaves 12.25 Cambridge
Average speed expected 30 mph over the route
So saffron at about 13.00
The convoy leaves 2 hours before
So leave at 09.00 from Ashwell ? seems long enough standing around to me.
Still more work on best spot
Touch base with those who have expressed interest, just a heads up
Think there is a hill (incline) on the way into Saffron Walden. Think I will be coming with you. Location near food/drink/pub seems like a good move. Adam
probably doesnt make any difference but i think official timings from the race guide are a little earlier than you say neutralised start 11:50 leaves cambridge 12:00 eta saffron walden 12:25-12:27
of course anyone welcome
will be at 16 mph though ( pirate pace ) there and back
still there for 10.30 , 11am latest , so 1 and half hours before
yes time to find a pub , but do bring food and drink along as looking to be away from the crowds a bit
will be sorting and posting Saturday , keep watching
CP
Checking out littlebury
Queens head run by Simon is very friendly to cyclists
So table for 6 booked at 13.00
James, rupert, tony, Phil,Kevin and james D above.
Burger pre booked for james and rupert
01799 520365 to book yours
Of course more welcome, but you need to book your own and a table space.
All booked by rupert.
We will be leaving at 09.00 , make sure you are at 3 Tuns 5-10 mins before.
Bring a bag with shoes and a lock. Maybe able to leave at the pub.
Refreshments after, bring what you need before the tour.
Carb loading afterwards, return trip to work it off
Yes bring money.
Yeap does appear to be different times
But we will be there 10.45 ish so plenty of time either way
Table booked to allow for later time
Huge crowds today, hence the spot should be slightly away from this but near a carb load station
My last post before Monday
Do get there before 9am
Ahoy shipmates
Crew of12 set sail into the sunshine.
Great spot just north of littlebury, good view, good company.
Burger and carb loading followed
Burger bit slow coming so extra carb loading
Please post the videos & photos on the web, sure a techy will know how
Highlight was the chorus of "what shall we do with a drunken sailor" on the way back
Great day, thanks for your company and good humour
The intention is that we all stick together and nobody gets left behind or I'm a Dutchman...er, ....
.....there's nothing quite so dispiriting as seeing the rest of the group charge off into the distance, leaving you to fend on your own.....that's why we ride as a group.
Just spotted us all on ITV4
Break away in saffron, breaks to peloton with a green tractor on the left, we are on the right.
Mr Adams centre stage
We where there !
Thanks to everyone - great ride - great company, and the burger was not bad and good value for money, I have had more repeats than the BBC
Well worth the 180 mile round trip.
See you all mid -August
Thanks to all for yesterday - I had such a great day - lovely company - and remarkably found my children alive and fending quite well for themselves when I got back. Thanks so much James B for organising, leading the group so well, knowing the route thoroughly and for the sea shanty singing. Loved the sprint back.
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Thanks for pointing this out. Still making my mind up.
I think the location posted will be busy as in the press as a good place to go.
May opt for a less we'll know place without the crowds.
The peloton will be fast wherever you are.
So keep an eye out. Will post if decide an alternative, if not may see you at 8am
Cheers
James
Average speed expected 30 mph over the route
So saffron at about 13.00
The convoy leaves 2 hours before
So leave at 09.00 from Ashwell ? seems long enough standing around to me.
Still more work on best spot
Touch base with those who have expressed interest, just a heads up
Think I will be coming with you.
Location near food/drink/pub seems like a good move.
Adam
neutralised start 11:50
leaves cambridge 12:00
eta saffron walden 12:25-12:27
finish in london eta 15:17 - 15:36
will be at 16 mph though ( pirate pace ) there and back
still there for 10.30 , 11am latest , so 1 and half hours before
yes time to find a pub , but do bring food and drink along as looking to be away from the crowds a bit
will be sorting and posting Saturday , keep watching
CP
Queens head run by Simon is very friendly to cyclists
So table for 6 booked at 13.00
James, rupert, tony, Phil,Kevin and james D above.
Burger pre booked for james and rupert
01799 520365 to book yours
Of course more welcome, but you need to book your own and a table space.
All booked by rupert.
We will be leaving at 09.00 , make sure you are at 3 Tuns 5-10 mins before.
Bring a bag with shoes and a lock. Maybe able to leave at the pub.
Refreshments after, bring what you need before the tour.
Carb loading afterwards, return trip to work it off
Yes bring money.
Going to be great. Bring it on
James
Shaun, if you're booking a table please count me in too.
See you all Monday
FD
Shaun, please book a seat at your table
Anyone got a lock I can share?
See you Monday.
Adam
I have a lock you can share
Website says arrives Saffron Walden at 12.50pm, programme says 12.25pm!
Caravan to come through 2 hours before. Still plenty of time, given carbo loading session at 1pm!
FD
One place available folks!
But we will be there 10.45 ish so plenty of time either way
Table booked to allow for later time
Huge crowds today, hence the spot should be slightly away from this but near a carb load station
My last post before Monday
Do get there before 9am
Cheers
James
Crew of12 set sail into the sunshine.
Great spot just north of littlebury, good view, good company.
Burger and carb loading followed
Burger bit slow coming so extra carb loading
Please post the videos & photos on the web, sure a techy will know how
Highlight was the chorus of "what shall we do with a drunken sailor" on the way back
Great day, thanks for your company and good humour
James
The intention is that we all stick together and nobody gets left behind or I'm a Dutchman...er, ....
.....there's nothing quite so dispiriting as seeing the rest of the group charge off into the distance, leaving you to fend on your own.....that's why we ride as a group.
See you again soon.
John
Thanks for a great day everyone. Just looking at the highlights of today's stage on TV!
Rupert
Break away in saffron, breaks to peloton with a green tractor on the left, we are on the right.
Mr Adams centre stage
We where there !
James
hope it did not spoil it
Well worth the 180 mile round trip.
See you all mid -August
Still suffering from indigestion !!
Not spoilt by jammed rear derailleur and shipped chain on the newly sprayed tar and loose chippings road in Therfield.
The 5 mile chase off the Sandon escarpment will have no doubt done me some good!
FD