Seems like we've lost a few posts in the tidy up! Just like my tax return...
Some more info on the "muddy" ride:
The lanes we have round here are well suited to big bikes, and many are passable on road tyres. There isn't much fun for little, specialised off road bikes.
I say that for 2 reasons, 1. The lanes themselves are easy, even the mud doesn't get very deep (Northampton mud pits for that!) and 2. There is often very little visibility ahead on most of the lanes, so speeds need to be kept down, often well below the TRF guidelines.
I've worked hard over the years to develop a good image and relationship with other local users, and as it's now my livelyhood I'd appreciate that not being spoilt.
The plan is to have 2 rides, at the moment one for more experienced riders and one for those who consider themselves less experienced.
I'd also like to run a 'just for fun' self-scored trial for those who want.
Groups should then by 4/5 bikes, which the trails can cope with.
The runs are ideally suited to adventure styled bikes, we would expect to cover up to 150 miles during the day. There are some different 'zones' locally, with some road miles to link them together, possibly even a bit of M1 if time is running short.
There will be mud, though.
And sand, hills, water, and very short ruts.If there's interest we could ride on the Friday and the Saturday.
Sunday morning could be a good chance for a short session for the road riders to get their wheels dirty, suitable for road tyres. (And luggage if you're brave!)
I need to check other threads to find the list of who's wanting trails, but we could just sort it out on the day? Planning to start Saturday about 9.30, probably finish by 4.00 ish.
Evening dark lanes Saturday night? Always fun...
Please let me know, or catch me there if there's any questions.
Cheers,
Chris.
Oh, and I'll be riding the Vara, on Scorpion Rally tyres, with the normal low front mudguard and no bash plate if that tempts anyone's choice!
