Archive for December 2009
Freewheel Contest 2010
17/12/2009 by Alastair.
I was so disappointed to lose my Freewheel Trophy to Dave Sugden this year that I have decided to alter some of the aerodynamic issues that I experienced this year.
Anyway, I found a relatively long descent and Lyndsey filmed some footage of me practicing for next year.
Enjoy - http://www.gamaniak.com/embed.swf?file= … over&link=
Charity for BRC
15/12/2009 by jack the flying dutchman.
If we are looking for charity organizations for the BRC ride in April, what about this one:
http://www.re-cycle.org/
J.
early leg stretchers
14/12/2009 by Martyn.
Hi,
If you fancy some group rides to get you ready for 2010
here are a couple of possibilities, full details on www.aukweb.net
Saturday Cafe ride
14/12/2009 by Martyn.
I’ll try and generate some posts on the easy ride and see how that pans out.
This week 4 Thorpers met at the Bridge at 9 o clock, martyn, Mick the ref, Jonathan and Geoff. Usual route over Emley on a cool and dirty day arriving about 10.15.
The cafe was fairly quiet as few walkers were in, but riders soon filled it. John Craddock and Suggy were already there , Martin, Neil, and others arrived
The riders split for the return with some taking the easy route via Kirkburton and the Calder valley Greenway.
The windmills cafe is closed from 24th Dec to 9th january. Didn’t we go to Holmfirth last year?
club Run - Mirfield to Wigfield Farm 13/12/2009
13/12/2009 by Al and Sarah.
A freezing cold day welcomed 4 thorpers Alex, Jack, Martyn, Maurice and a new rider John for a ride out to Wigfield Farm. Good progress was made for a short distance when Maurice got a puncture, not great weather for changing a tube but quickly fixed off we set again for about 3 miles when Maurice punctured again. This time his tyre had a large slash in it so a make shift repair was required….lots of time lost we decided to change the route to Langsett Cafe for lunch and do an extended route home via Penistone. Jack was lost during all this, i believe heading for Holme Moss! Not the longest of club runs at just 44 miles but with the weather and punctures it was just long enough for our (hopefully) new member John, who was just starting to blow as we reached Mirfield.
Scene from Club dinner
09/12/2009 by Steve McCall.
I found this on my tour around the web and thought it was cannily like some Thorpers I know.
http://www.xtranormal.com/watch/5798067/
new cafe
08/12/2009 by Martyn.
saw this on the Trans pennine trail web site, between Askern and Thorne
Doncaster
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Threeways Cafe - Willowbridge Lane, Braithwaite, Doncaster, DN7 5SS. Situated on the Trail. A delightful surrounding to enjoy a hot/cold snack. Camping available with secure cycle store. Located directly next to a TPT Stamping Station too! Very affordable food and all Trail users welcome.
Tel. Nigel Roberts 01302 846800. email. stephandnige@hotmail.com
thorpers on youtube
07/12/2009 by phil johnson.
just found these 2 thorpers on youtube under road race organiser vs marshall, i think ones steve but can”t make out the other.
Freewheel reminder
05/12/2009 by Steve McCall.
Just to make everyone aware of the 1st opportunity to score ponits in the BAR 2010 championships, the last opportunity to win a 2009 trophy and the chance of a few pints of cask ale and a hearty meal at the Old Colonial tomorrow.
Meet as usual at the library at 9AM for an easy ride out a a lot of laughs on the way!!!
We aim to be back at the OC at 12:300-13:00.
See you there my fellow Thorpers, Allez!!!!!
Saturday runs
01/12/2009 by Martyn.
I’ve got an email from somomne who read the poster in sainsbury’s ( sounds like cap’n Al’s doing?) 2 runs based on pace it allegedly says.
Having missed nearly a month does anyone meet at the bridge, if so what time and who do I refer interessted riders to?
