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Pub run

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Hi all,
Despite the wet start to the day a few hardy souls turned out for the second pub run of the year.
Graham, Tim, Dave and “no mudguards” (or water proof shorts) Nigel; were in the mood and ready to go.
This of course was in customary GMBC style. 25 minutes past 10.  Tim discovered a puncture at the steel girders on the westy and also discovered a tyre that was reluctant to come off.  He had to use all his mechanical prowess and three tyre levers to solve the problem.  When we got to the Carbeth we all felt in need of a bacon roll which went down well with the beer and coffee.  Sam joined us at this point but declined on the bacon roll. 
Next up, the Blanfield Inn; quite uneventfull trip over, apart from my backflip, bike an all, at the wee steep climb at the old railway line. We sampled some of the Blanefield Inn’s exotic bottled beer. Lovely
We then cruised on to the the Swan Inn in Lennoxtown.  We had lunch here and tried some of West Brewery’s tasty ale. Stuart, Jaqui and Lorna joined us for lunch.  The Swan Inn opened the gates at the beer garden to secure the bikes inside for us.  We, despite the mud, were made very welcome. 
Next up a quick stop at the Kincaid House Hotel, which still had the big fire burning.  Again, as with all the pubs so far, we were made to feel very welcome.  The manager/owner remembered us from the last visit and he made us a great offer on food for our next visit.  Heading to The Stables, through Kirkie, Jaqui headed home at this point and Stuart, Nigel and Sam headed home when we got to the Stables.  The weather had improved greatly and we sat outside and enjoyed our refreshment.  Just as we were about to leave Barry turned up.  No bike though, he was driving. Dave and Lorna headed off and we arranged to meet Barry at the Wheatsheaf Inn.  At some stage while we where at the Stables, things were a bit fuzzy by this time, Simon appeared expecting Jaqui to be with us.  When we told him Jaqui went home he did a quick turn about and set off home.
We had a nice wee stop at the Weatsheaf where I remember solving some of the worlds problems.  Things should be ok now!!!
The three remaining souls took the back roads to Milngavie.  Barry drove home. 
Graham declined a visit to Cyan but Tim and I decided as it was on the calendar we should go.  Again we sat outside and had our wind down drink and reflected on the day.
We both felt that, despite the muggy wet start, it was another sucess.  So thanks to all who participated in making the day so enjoyable.
I got home about 8.45.  Tim was riding home so I guess he would have got back about 9.15.
All the best.
Groundskeeper John

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Saturday pub run

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Hi All Just a wee reminder about the second social “Saturday pub run” of the year. Tomorrow (10th sept).  The weather from the BBC is white cloud and some drizzle.  The route is as follows.  Carbeth Inn, Blane Valley Inn, Glazert Hotel,(or Swan Inn) Kinkaid House Hotel, The Stables, Weatsheaf Inn and finally finishing off in Milngavie at Cyan. Bear in mind the usual stuff about Pubs sell more than just beer.  You can have soft drinks, tea, coffee etc.  (On the last trip we did find it hard to get a scone for Phil so scones are off unless you bring your own.)  We will set off at 10 am. You are welcome to join for as little, or as much, of the trip as you wish depending on the time you have available. Times wise we will be in the Carbeth for just after 11am and if we say roughly an hour between pubs we will not be far wrong.  The only exceptions being the long run from Blanefield to Lennoxtown and when we stop for lunch it will probably be a longer stop.  Times will always be approximate as there may be drink involved!! This social event is about having fun, a lot of laughs, good food, camaraderie and a bit of cycling thrown in for good measure. Make sure, if you are doing the whole thing, that you have planned to be out most of the day as time flies when you are having fun. All the best. Groundskeeper John  (My mobile is 07999 525 959 Keep in touch)
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For Sale: Singlespeed Road Bike – upgraded Specialized Langster

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I have a Specialized Langster singlespeed road bike that I hardly ever use that I’m selling.  I had bought it for commuting but I only used it infrequently and since we moved offices in March I don’t have a nice secure basement to lock it in anymore and it’s too bling to lock outside my new office.  I’m also moving house so it will be one less thing to move!

It’s a 2007 56cm but a lot of the parts have been upgraded (lovely set of wheels, quality transmission, Ultegra brakes, seatpin etc.).  Full spec is:

  • Specialized A1 Premium Aluminium frame, fully manipulated tubing, compact design, integrated headset;
  • Specialized carbon fork, carbon fibre legs, aluminium steerer;
  • Specialized Mindset, 1 1/8″ integrated threadless, sealed bearings, alloy 20mm cone w/ one 10mm and two 5mm alloy spacers;
  • Specialized Sport, 3D forged alloy stem, 31.8mm split clamp, 7 degree;
  • Specialized Comp, 6061 alloy, short-reach drop handlebars, 31.8mm;
  • Cinelli Carbon Fibre effect ribbon w/ 2.5mm gel padding
  • Shimano 6500 Ultegra 175mm cranks and Octalink BB;
  • TA Specialities 48T Track chainring;
  • White Industries Eno (the best) 18T freewheel;
  • Izumi 1/8″ track chain;
  • Ft wheel: Hope Ti Fatso 32H QR hub with DRC ST17 rim, stainless DB spokes and X-Lite skewer;
  • Rr wheel: Goldtec 36H allen bolt mounted hub with DRC ST17 rim and stainless spokes;
  • Specialized Mondo, 700x23C, wire bead tyres;
  • Carbon Seat post (not the aluminium sleeved original);
  • SpecializedComp Roadsaddle;
  • Specialized CNC, alloy seat binder;
  • Shimano BR-R600 (Ultegra standard) brakes;
  • Cane Creek SCR-5 Silver brake levers;
  • Specialized alloy bottle cage.

Geometry is of the sloping top-tube compact style and is as follows:

Size

56
Seat Tube Length, Centre to Top

520mm
Seat Tube Length, Centre to Centre

470mm
Top Tube Length (Horizontal)

565mm
Bottom Bracket Drop

69mm
Chainstay Length

405mm
Seat Tube Angle

73.25°
Head Tube Angle

73°
Rake

43mm
Trail

59mm
Front Centre

595mm
Wheel Base

991mm
Standover Height

786mm
Head Tube Length

180mm
Handlebar Width

400mm
Stem Length

100mm
Crank Length

175mm

Would probably suit someone a few inches either side of 6ft in height.

Other than a couple of stone chips, the bike is in absolute mint condition.  Would make an excellent training or winter bike.

Looking for £350 for it.  If anyone’s interested let me know before it goes on the classifieds…

Pete

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Ay Up – wanna try some lights?

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I’ve not heard from Andy since Wednesday, so I’m assuming that the demo is still going ahead. I’d previously suggested that folks should be skulking about the car park from 6:30pm in order to grab a set of lights, ask questions, etc., in order to avoid delaying the ride. I’ll try to be on hand to ensure that paid-up members get priority :~) Last forecast I saw was that it was going to be pretty filthy during the aftenoon, but the deluge should abate by the time that we set off. So far, all that have expressed an interest should be OK.