Wanted – XT Shifter 9speed

After my right hand XT shifter deciding to give up the ghost just prior to Wednesdays ride, I am now in need of a replacement. (The white plastic cable guide insode has broken). Does anyone have one lying about? Anyone swapped to singlespeed and no longer require the shifter?

Alan

Grand wee ride tonight

Well that was a classic Wednesday night ride out. 12 of us opted for a change from the norm and headed out on the urban loop in reverse. The muddy trails of Mugdock were left behind with the theme being one of mostly fast and flowy, hard packed singletrack. The odd bit of mud was the exception rather than the rule which made a very welcome change.

We may have gone a bit daft on the biscuit front when we got back though. I guess the lesson is don’t buy food when you’re hungry!

Sanny

Winter Plumbing reminder!

Hello,

Just a reminder that last year winter was a tad extreme…..this year who knows, so be prepared.

Only 5 working weeks left to christmas so don’t leave it till the last minute as the plumbers will be too busy.  Any cold radiators, dripping taps, damp patches, bare pipes, leaky drains, blocked drains, get them fixed now, before the cold weather rush starts and you are at the end of a long queue.

Remember it’s cheaper to get it fixed sooner, than wait till it’s an emergency and you’ll be charged a premium price.

Keep warm and dry….

Simon     07968 124706

Local tonight?

Weather looks good, the biscuits are bought, anyone up for a local spin – we could do the urban in reverse, Dumgoyne Loop, Dougalston, the Whangie – loads of options available.

So who is planning on coming out to play?

Cheers

Sanny

Killearn/Dumgoyne high loop – Sunday (20/11/11)

I’m planning to do the Killearn/Dumgoyne high loop this Sunday, leaving from the usual club car park at 9 a.m. Anyone fancy coming along?

Gerry’s brief description of the ride is:

Head out to Killearn via the Westie. Climb towards Dumgoyne from landrover track at Killearn and descend behind Dumgoyne to pipetrack. Return to car park, preferably via Bullands, allow ~4 1/2 hours for loop. Rocky/rooty etc. can be picked up at the start for those who are interested and we can regroup with others at Killearn ready for climb. Plenty of options and variety.

Weather forecast is looking reasonable at the moment, so might be some nice views over Loch Lomond.

Scottish Bike Show Sportive 2012 (Follow Up Post)

Hi all,

I posted a few weeks ago with regards to the above.  I received an email this weekend and the cost/dates have now been confirmed.  I think it’s crackin’ value for a fully supported event.  For further info including route, click here http://www.thescottishbikeshow.com/sportive.html

Entries open today and if we can put together a group of 6 or more riders, we gain a small discount individually.  It’s normally £25 per head, we’d get it for £23.50 and this also includes a ticket to the actual show.  It’s being held on Sunday 15th of April and there’s also a 65 mile Challenge ride for the wimps.

So far, I have a head count of four (myself, Robin, Alan Linstead & Stephen Malaney), but I’m sure there are more of you!!  Please let me know if you’re in.

Regards

Barry

p.s. Reuben, Ryszard & Gav – come on guys, don’t let the GMBC road train down!

Beinn Dearg and Carn a Chlamain – hitting the new trail jackpot!

“Do you have your bank card with you?” inquired Andy in a manner that gave me slight concern. With the fuel light on and halfway to Perth, I checked my pockets in a slightly concerned manner. “It’s just I left mine at home….” He tailed away. The thick end of eighty five quid later and we were back on the road heading northwards in the warm glow of the rising winter sun. The plan was simple. Pick a day that promised proper winter weather (minus 3 and blue skies with a hint of wispy cloud – check) and knock out two Munros off Glen Tilt that would be a tough walk in but a manageable bike ride. Continue reading