[Other Sport] Cycling geeks

[Fignon's Ponytail]

Enjoyed a peaceful ride round Newhaven - Lewes - Ditchling last night while the footie was on. Deserted roads, nice and warm still, and just the sound of the wheels humming along. It was like I was on my own little Moreno Argentin TDF style breakaway.

Even managed to ride the Beacon for the first time in over 20 years which I was chuffed with. Time of 8m 52s which I didn't think was too shabby for someone who is 43, 6ft, & the wrong side of 14.5st.

 

[1066familyman]

Enjoyed a peaceful ride round Newhaven - Lewes - Ditchling last night while the footie was on. Deserted roads, nice and warm still, and just the sound of the wheels humming along. It was like I was on my own little Moreno Argentin TDF style breakaway.

Even managed to ride the Beacon for the first time in over 20 years which I was chuffed with. Time of 8m 52s which I didn't think was too shabby for someone who is 43, 6ft, & the wrong side of 14.5st.

You rode your bike while England were in the semi final of a World Cup

Did you record it to watch later or are you not a football fan?

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

You rode your bike while England were in the semi final of a World Cup ��

Did you record it to watch later or are you not a football fan?

Dont follow International football these days 1066...not watched any of the WC.

 

[1066familyman]

Dont follow International football these days 1066...not watched any of the WC.

Fair enough, each to their own.

I reckon you've just missed one of the best tournaments in donkeys years there though.

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

Fair enough, each to their own.

I reckon you've just missed one of the best tournaments in donkeys years there though.

Just doesn't interest me any more unfortunately. First tournament I've not watched since way back in '86. I watch the Albion & thats it for football these days...

 

[Stat Brother]

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Boooo, that was a fun minute of 'doping' conspiracy


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[1066familyman]

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Boooo, that was a fun minute of 'doping' conspiracy


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To be fair, Dan Martin's win aside, that 1minute will have been the highlight of this TdF so far.

I'm not on Twatter, so I'm wondering, has there been a...Burghardt disrespected the fans...storm yet?

 

[Stat Brother]

To be fair, Dan Martin's win aside, that 1minute will have been the highlight of this TdF so far.

I'm not on Twatter, so I'm wondering, has there been a...Burghardt disrespected the fans...storm yet?

Not to my knowledge.

I'm not sure you get Twitter, it isn't like Facebook (which I'm not on) where you seem to get bombarded by all manor of shite, it's a lot more controllable.

I only follow about 100 people, no cyclists but plenty of cycling and football journalists, places like GCN (where this came from) some comedians and a little bit of politics, and that's it. Oh and of course 'women live longer' @Hadtwohurt.
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[nickbrighton]

Anyone else doing the AITC Brighton Breezy today? Just enough time to do the 110km and get back in time for the Final.

 

[Stat Brother]

Anyone else doing the AITC Brighton Breezy today? Just enough time to do the 110km and get back in time for the Final.

My holiday request for today, on Monday, was refused.
On Friday I was asked 'do you still want Sunday off'

I was going to do the sportive W/C final double with Jnr, but since then a mate has done the isle of Wight which Jnr now has an eye on for his inset day treat

 

[Stat Brother]

 

[Motogull]

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That's a great pic.

Anyway, note the date. @Hangulton NOT on an single podium this week.

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

Probably the most brutal and insane TDF stage I've witnessed for years. Absolute carnage from start to finish....loved it.

The photo of Majka getting run over by another rider was a great shot, but I cant seem to upload it on here.

 

[Stat Brother]

Twitter is your friend.

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

There is a photo on Majkas own twitter page where it shows the point of impact - OUCH!
Love these photos though...how relieved do UAE look to have that day finished!!

 

[Stat Brother]

There is a photo on Majkas own twitter page where it shows the point of impact - OUCH!
Love these photos though...how relieved do UAE look to have that day finished!!

Am I your PA?

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[Fignon's Ponytail]

You can be if you want....

I only mentioned it tbh as my work pc wont let me do it, but I dont expect you to be doing it for me!

 

[nickbrighton]

My holiday request for today, on Monday, was refused.
On Friday I was asked 'do you still want Sunday off'

I was going to do the sportive W/C final double with Jnr, but since then a mate has done the isle of Wight which Jnr now has an eye on for his inset day treat

was another great ride, pretty hot out there though, everyone was back by just after 3.00pm so everyone should have been able to see the final. Found out that there were plans to postpone it till Sept had England got to the final. If anyone hasn't done this ride, its well worth it, Its the old Brighton CTC Brighton Breezy, and CTC still basically run it. Great cause, great route.

 

[Fignon's Ponytail]

Dont know if anyone else follows "Beardy" on Social Media? - but well worth it if not. His photography is astounding, & yesterdays stage provided some of the best shots yet from this years race.

https://beardyscaravan.com/trips/tour-de-france-2018/stage-9-arras-citadelle-roubaix/

 

[Munkfish]

Seems like the thread for me, however it could be the case of new kid in the class so no one may be willing to offer any advice.

I have been roped in to do a 46 mile bike ride for charity at the end of september, I also thought it might be a decent way to loose the beer belly I have aquired over the last few months.

So Saturday I set out on a 20 mile bike ride, all was fine for the first 15 miles, but the final 5 I was in so much pain in my right arse cheek, I had padded cycling shorts and I was trying to rest it by standing every few miles or so, But it killed any enjoyment I had. Now that isnt even half of the distance I need to travel.

Any advice for a newbie on what might be the cause or is it a matter of sucking it up and pushing on.