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Club 10

Dave Hull — Fri, 02 Aug 2019 11:07:17 +0000

Hi All. I know it's late in the season but I'm thinking seriously about making my first excursion into a time trial since I last turned a pedal in anger in 1985!

I cant find any details of the club 10. Start times, signing on, route etc. Could someone point me in the right direction?

Thanks

Ireland ride July 2017

Dave Wilkinson — Tue, 08 Nov 2016 10:34:11 +0000

All, Following my C2C ride earlier this year I am now planning to ride the length of Ireland, 500 miles, South to North next July. I am planning to go with ACT Cycling Tours. See their website for more info. I think it will cost about £1300 all in. Not cheap I know but its not every week that I do something like this. So, reason for post. Does anyone have any experience of either ACT Cycling, of the Ireland ride or any other useful comments. Also, if anyone is interested in joining me that would be welcome. The tour begins on Sat 8 July 17 when I fly from Liverpool to Cork. The ride is then from Sun 9th until Sat 15th. About 70 miles a day. I then fly back from Belfast on Sun 16 July. July may seem like a long way off to be thinking of this but I want to get my name down soon in case places get taken etc. I understand that a deposit of £150 reserves a place. PS I'll put this on the Facebook site as well. Any comments appreciated. Dave.

For Sale: Track bike

Adrian — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 08:05:43 +0000

For sale: Track bike: Dave Hinde Pista Track Bike, seat tube 470mm c/c, top tube 535mm c/c, shimano tiagra chain set, runs on large flange sprints and tubs, would like £325 but open to offers call Gail on 07833325773

C2C Report

Dave Wilkinson — Tue, 20 Sep 2016 12:37:29 +0000

Hi all, Well Dave Read and I completed the Coast to Coast C2C ride last weekend (17 and 18 Sept 16). I went up to Kirkoswald (KO to the locals) on Friday afternoon, arriving at about 3.00 pm. After settling in at Mains Farm (the base) I decided to ride up to Hartside Summit and back. This was about 9 miles away but almost all uphill. Dave R arrived at about 7.30 and we went for a pub meal. Day 1 Whitehaven to Hartside Summit. Saturday morning we were up at about 6.30, quick breakfast then taken to Whitehaven for the start of the ride. So at about 8.45 am it was time to dip the rear wheels of the bikes in the water at Whitehaven for the obligatory photo by the C2C sign. After that we were on our own. It was beautiful weather on both days. The C2C route was reasonably well signposted although the Sustrans map helped on occasion. Reasonably uneventful day, nice weather, beautiful scenery, nice cafes etc. Only one of us fell off, couldn't unclip quickly enough when riding up a narrow gravel path up to a closed gate. Dave R was at the gate while I tumbled into a pile of nettles. All for a good story! We arrived at Hartside Summit at about 4.15 pm. 66 miles, 12.3 mph average 6,600 ft elevation ascent on the ride. We then cycled back down to Kirkoswald, quick shower then out for a pub meal. Day 2. Hartside Summit to Tynemouth. After another early breakfast we were taken up to Hartside Summit in the van for the start. Quite a cool morning at 8.50 am especially when the first 5 miles to Alston was all downhill. No pedalling required at all. A bit cold though without the exertion. Another beautiful day. Route was well signed. We could choose different options at times, ie off road (no) or alternative on road routes. All ok. We met a few riders that we had met the day before. Stopped at Stanhope for a coffee. On heading out of Stanhope up to Crawleyside this was some serious hill. Not quite in Mow Cop category but not far off, still rideable though. Newcastle was good, some impressive bridges but a pity they couldn't decide on which style they wanted so they have one of almost all styles over the river. The final ride up to Tynemouth was a bit boring riding through the areas of the docks etc but all ok. On getting to Tynemouth, a really nice place, we again had to get to the beach and take the second photo, this time with the front wheel in the sea. 71 miles at 13.1 average and 4800 ft elevation ascent. We were then taken back to Kirkoswald in the van (about a 2 hour drive in traffic) then a shower. Dave R went home at this point but I opted to stay the extra night (bunkhouse) so I went down to the local pub for a meal. After an early start on the Monday I then packed up and headed home. Thanks to C2C Hasslefree for the accommodation and transport etc. The rides are on mine and Dave's Strava (18 and 19 Sept 16) along with a couple of photos. Would I do it again? Not sure, it is sort of one of those things that you do then tick off and look for another challenge. I'm glad I did it and I would recommend it to others. We had really good weather and met some really friendly people both on bikes and not. So do I try Lejog next?? Dave W.

Coast to Coast Ride (C2C)

Dave Wilkinson — Sun, 31 Jul 2016 16:35:41 +0000

Hi, I'm planning on riding C2C from Whitehaven to Tynemouth on 17 and 18 Sept. There is a company called C2CHasslefree that sort most of it. I intend to drive to Kirkoswald, where they are based, on Friday 16 Sept. They then take riders and bikes to Whitehaven. We then ride about 75 miles back to Kirkoswald where we stay the night. On the Sunday we ride to Tynemouth about another 75 miles where they pick us up and take us back to Kirkoswald. You can either then drive home or stop the night and come back the following day. It is £165 for2 nights B and B or £185 if you stay the 3rd night. At the moment Dave Read and I are planning on doing it. I think it might be better with a group of say 6 -8 or more. Anyone interested let me know. I'm not on Facebook though. Dave Wilkinson 01606 79171

Thanks to julian Perrett

Jim@HindeRacing — Fri, 03 Jun 2016 15:33:09 +0000

Afetr a very pleasant chat with Mr Williams this afternoon on his visit for his FL760 bike I suddenly realised a debt of gratitude was owed to mr Perrett that I had not voiced. Thanks Jules for your recommendation to Paul Connor re his recent purchase of one of our Carbone SR road bikes. Paul seems a thoroughly nice guy and has visited us a few times at the shop since to let us know how he is going on his new bike. He did mention before and when ordering that you Jules were his voice of advice - himself being very new to the sport. So thanks again and as usual we have put you down on our credit list. Whenevr you next pop in you have a £25 credit on file to spend on whatever you wish or put towards anything you may wish to buy. Jim

Bike shop pricing within 2-30 mile radius - HOW MUCH?????

Jim@HindeRacing — Wed, 23 Mar 2016 16:04:45 +0000

Having just waved off a customer who could not believe that we only charged them £37.95 for a cassette it has casued me to have a brief look around at pricing within the area. The customer came in wanting a Shimano XT 10 speed cassette and was astonished when I told them the price. They had just been quoted £49.95 by the North West Mountain Bike Centre. 1 item locally about 24% cheaper here! I had a look around at most of the local bike shops and across many ranges from pedals, chains, tyres etc and we are miles better on price across the board. The lady was so pleased she has even booked in to have a new set of Shimano XT M8000 hydraulic brakes fitted after Easter weekend as we had come in almost £40 cheaper than the next nearest bike shop inc fitting! I have worked here for almost 20 years and seen bike shops come and go - and doubtless a lot more will come and go before my time is up but this afternoon has been a real eye opener - club members beware - new shop = high prices it seems. Some of the prices are even higher than RRP!

Llanberis 2016

JimW — Sat, 12 Dec 2015 21:56:47 +0000

Due to cancellations, 2 places have come available, let me know if you want to go,, 1st come 1st served.

What makes a good local bike shop?

Jim@HindeRacing — Thu, 15 Oct 2015 15:41:54 +0000

Discuss...................................

Jim

Rollers

JimDuffy — Sun, 11 Oct 2015 16:06:16 +0000

Andy Boyle kindly gave me the attached set of rollers, unfortunately, I can't get on with them, I spoke to him today to see if he wanted them back, or if he was happy for me to put them on offer to the wider Wvcc community, which he has agreed to.
Therefore if you are a current WVCC member, and would like to pick them up, let me know and you can have them. ImageUploadedByTapatalk1444579572.202526.jpg