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Post by windysurfer on Sept 25, 2016 14:12:12 GMT
Thinking of joining this and maybe just doing first loop as I haven't been out for quite a while due to work commitments so won't be in the 28 miler league. Perfect comeback ride this one, be good to see you again Mike
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Post by kirky72 on Sept 25, 2016 15:27:24 GMT
It would e good to see you Mike. I'm sure you'll get on just fine, if it's a large number than the pace will be good. Everybody likes to stop and take in the views around those parts anyway.
In my humble opinion the first part is okay but the second part is much better and you wouldn't what too miss it. The climbs are either very doable or not all, so most will be pushing on a couple (most likely all in the long cobble climb anyway).
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Post by Rlo80 on Sept 25, 2016 15:53:01 GMT
I believe a certain Spanish bloke has been a bit economical with the truth about making it to the top of these Gaz, you might actually find that i never claimed i cleared it...so don't try to make out as if i did or something else all together! I've only said, with these new tyres it would make it more doable. I don't need these type of things to prove anything to myself or others...im quite happy with the size of my penis!?
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Post by roundie1981 on Sept 25, 2016 16:20:12 GMT
The wife is suffering badly with morning sickness at the moment so will have to let you guys know later in the week if I can make this. Will be gutted if I can't but family comes first.
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Post by windysurfer on Sept 25, 2016 16:31:47 GMT
I believe a certain Spanish bloke has been a bit economical with the truth about making it to the top of these Gaz, you might actually find that i never claimed i cleared it...so don't try to make out as if i did or something else all together! I've only said, with these new tyres it would make it more doable. I don't need these type of things to prove anything to myself or others...im quite happy with the size of my penis!?
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Post by hodgy on Sept 25, 2016 16:37:55 GMT
The wife is suffering badly with morning sickness at the moment so will have to let you guys know later in the week if I can make this. Will be gutted if I can't but family comes first. 100% ..
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Post by hodgy on Sept 26, 2016 7:58:36 GMT
Just heard from Colin Barkin Mad this morning who unfortunately can't now make it .. Just to clear up a post from "Don"..a little earlier in the thread ...this is one of the many names for Paul Jaconelli..Jaco , The Italian Stallion..being others .. Don relates to us calling him "The Don" ..in direct relation to his genuine Scicilan connections.. Dont cross this bloke or you will find a horses head in the bed ..
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Post by hodgy on Sept 27, 2016 19:16:16 GMT
Graham has also confirmed..
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Post by windysurfer on Sept 27, 2016 19:46:09 GMT
looking forward to it
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Post by mike3342 on Sept 28, 2016 20:20:35 GMT
What time where?
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Post by hodgy on Sept 28, 2016 21:25:48 GMT
Hi Mike ..meet at 10.00 ...main car park in Hawkshead village opposite the Hawkshead outlet store ..where the loos are . Glad you can make it ..you will enjoy it .
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 5:17:49 GMT
Could we have a final head count before 10.00pm tonight ...just so we know who is coming and we are not left waiting on the car park for someone who is not .. As things stand ... Me Jaco Graham Dave Jean Gaz Manf Mike From what I have seen on another post Kirky is still in two minds and G is now out . Roundie is still to decide based on how well the missus is with morning sickness ( bloody awful condition ..which thank God us blokes never have to suffer ..saying that I had earache for nine months for making my missus suffer!) . Anyone else coming?
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 5:44:49 GMT
Not looking too bad ... If you have them please remember to bring (and wear!) Knee & Elbow pads ..there have been two nasty injuries on each of the last visits ..the trail is mainly rocky in nature and greasy in places if wet / damp..
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Post by Rlo80 on Sept 30, 2016 6:20:26 GMT
Looks like an even better turnout! Have fun lads...sorry i couldn't make it. Yes, in some places, those wet slabs are like butter, ready to throw you off.
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Post by kirky72 on Sept 30, 2016 13:05:48 GMT
I doubt I'll be there as I'm feeling really knackered just worn out with early mornings all week and bit of driving.
Plus my sister sprung a party invite on me for tonight which I must attend.
So looking forward to a degree of lie in tomorrow and a steady plod locally.
Have a great ride you all.
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 13:19:43 GMT
Sorry you can't make it John ..see you next time ..wherever that maybe ..
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Post by glynnsixo on Sept 30, 2016 13:39:32 GMT
enjoy the ride..............embrace the cobbles!
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Post by roundie1981 on Sept 30, 2016 13:55:19 GMT
Could we have a final head count before 10.00pm tonight ...just so we know who is coming and we are not left waiting on the car park for someone who is not .. As things stand ... Me Jaco Graham Dave Jean Gaz Manf Mike From what I have seen on another post Kirky is still in two minds and G is now out . Roundie is still to decide based on how well the missus is with morning sickness ( bloody awful condition ..which thank God us blokes never have to suffer ..saying that I had earache for nine months for making my missus suffer!) . Anyone else coming? I'm coming along, mrs is feeling a lot better 😀.
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 14:17:54 GMT
Great stuff ..on both counts ..
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Post by roundie1981 on Sept 30, 2016 16:44:43 GMT
Hodgy what's the parking charges?
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 16:53:48 GMT
Steep! It's pay on exit as your number plate is recorded on entry ..got away with it the last time as there was a fault ... You can choose to pay from home ..but don't expect too much change from a tenner ! Can't think of anywhere else to park ...
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Post by roundie1981 on Sept 30, 2016 17:13:27 GMT
I'll bring plenty of change 👍😀
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Post by windysurfer on Sept 30, 2016 17:20:45 GMT
£7 I think. It also takes cards!
Only other place to park would be Moor Top car park (still £4) but that would mean the delightful climb out of Hawkshead would be at the end rather than the beginning
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Post by hodgy on Sept 30, 2016 17:27:51 GMT
Stuff that ..it just about finishes me at the start!
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Post by Rlo80 on Sept 30, 2016 20:01:08 GMT
Just don't do what Glynn did when the machine told him they couldn't quite pick up his plate and asked him to input how many hours he was there...and he told the actual hours rather than just the minimum...lol...doh!?
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