Hi all,
Due to commitments throughout the week, the earliest I can get on the bike is this Friday night. I know it’s not a conventional night as you’d probably be down the pub or watching X Factor repeats, but does anyone fancy joining me for a night ride round Mugdock. The weather looks good!
I’m also heading out on Sunday morning at 10am around Mugdock if anyone cares to join me?
Cheers
Barry
Hi all,
My apologies for the delay. Behind the scenes I have been trying to contact the owner of the company creating our tops. After several emails and one strongly worded complaints email, we are back on track with the order.
I have spoken with the owner today and been assured that I will have the tops in hand by the 22nd/23rd of November….just in time to hand out at the AGM on Wednesday 30th.
So, if you’re coming, please remember to bring your money and membership fee. If you can’t make it, I’ll keep them handy and give them out on Tues nite rides.
Regards
Barry
Hi all,
After the success of the first Scottish Bike show that took place this April, they have decided to host another. But this time, they’re introducing a Sportive that runs alongside the show.
I signed up to be kept informed of any updates and received the following info below:
TSBS Sportive News…….. |
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Dear all The inaugural Scottish Bike Show Sportive 2012 will take place on Sunday 15th April around the beautiful scenery of Loch Lomond and Loch Katrine to kick off the start of the sportive season! We are happy to announce both routes for the sportive have been signed off by the local Loch Lomond authorities. The 65 mile challenge ride and the 100 mile sportive will be available for entry within the next couple of weeks and we promise you will be the first to know when the entry is live. Your entry to the sportive will also gain you access to one day of The Scottish Bike Show of your choice.
*Group booking rates will also be available for 6 or more riders. Full entry details to follow shortly. With Balloch Castle proposed as the start and finish point, the routes will include timed rides, steep climbs, feed stations, bike maintenance points and plenty more to ensure a great ride. Fun for the family or the serious sportive rider, why not let your friends and family know about the first ever sportive ride around Loch Lomond and kick off the season with a bang. |
At £21/25, it’s crackin value compared to the Trossachs Ton & other high profile Sportives. It’s even better value considering they also charge £10 to gain entry to the actual Bike Show and that’ll be included in the price!
I think a show of hands at this stage, in preparation for the entry day would be a wise idea along with the fact that we’ll gain a group booking if we’ve 6 or more riders. I’m assuming due to the value, route and that it’s a supported event, the places will fill up very quickly.
I’m in, please let me know if you’ll join me!
Cheers
Barry
I saw this today trawling the tinternet and thought it might make a nice Christmas present for someone you know or you might fancy one for yourself….
http://www.turbospoke.com/Default.aspx
I’m hoping this thread might stick with people adding naff presents/ideas or even “if I only patented that sooner!” ideas like Neil’s milk carton crud catcher 😉
Cheers
Barry
Hello peeps,
Believe it or not, it’s been two months since our last lycra free social night.
Venue is slightly different this time but has proved popular in the past. We’re meeting at The Curlers Rest on Byres Road (beside Hillhead underground station).
Time: 7.30 for 8pm
They have German Beer-Hall style tables in the upstairs which I can reserve if I can get a show of hands please. The grub is very good, the menu changes on a daily basis and they serve food till 10pm. They have a vast selection of speciality beers inc fruity ones, lager, ales, wines and spirits.
http://www.thecurlersrestglasgow.co.uk/
There’s always the option of Oran Mor for the after party! It’s the last social before the Christmas night out. I hope to see you there.
Cheers
Barry
Hi all,
Firstly, to all YOGA participants, I’ll not make the Tues night ride due to a groupon deal, but I’m gonna head out earlier on the Wed night (honestly, it’s not cos of the poor weather forecast:-). I’ll be heading off from the club car park at 5.30pm and returning around 7.30pm before the start of the class around 8pm. I know you did that last time Euan, does anybody fancy joining me?
Secondly, I’ve been emailing the owner of Cyclejersey to find out what’s happening with our Club Clothing Order which I placed at the beginning of Sept. I’ve sent a few emails over the last fortnight looking for an update, but I’ve had no replies. I was given a lead time of around 4 weeks before I placed the order and emphasized the need for the tops before the Cyclocross race this weekend. I have no contact number and I suppose it’s a case of “let’s just wait and see!”
With our anniversary top order looking to be a big one, you’d think a little more attention to detail would’ve been implemented. But hey……maybe that’s just me!
Over and out
Barry
If anyone is interested in attending both shows, I have a promotional code that can be used to discount the entry ticket. They are running simultaneously in the SECC in Glasgow on the 15th & 16th October.
http://www.scottishoutdoorsshow.co.uk/
Click on the link or phone 0844 395 400 to book tickets and quote “outdoors11cycle”.
You’ll get the ticket for only £9, as well as the following: A free ski pass to one of the Scottish Ski resorts – Cairngorm, Glencoe or Nevis Range (worth £30). A free ski & outdoors goody bag (worth £10).
I might see you there – depending on the weekend weather;-)
Cheers
Barry
Hi all,
Anyone planning on a Sunday morning ride round Mugdock?
If so, what time? 9am or 10am.
Cheers
Barry
Hi all,
My apologies to everyone who’s received a spam email from me within the last 24hrs. Some wan**er, has accessed my personal hotmail account. If I have your email address you’ve probably received one. I know for certain that there’s been a few sent through the club email.
The bonus is that I can see what’s been sent and all of them are prompting you to click on a link. Please ignore this!!! and just delete the shit!!!
I have changed my password, but if anyone has had experience of this and has a fix, please let me know as the Microsoft hotmail account is very vague when it comes to dealing with this.
Cheers & sorry for the inconvenience.
Barry
Is anyone keen for a 10am ride round Mugdock tomorrow?
I’m coming from Ayrshire so 9am is tight for me. Is there a 9am ride planned anyway?
The weather looks good, it’s perfect riding weather.
Cheers
Barry
