General Chat

Following an experiment at the weekend, I thought that we could have some small scale Cafe Meets Ups, for those interested. The idea is that we pick a cafe selling takeaway drinks, that has suitable o

In the i Newspaper today - A senior No 10 source said: "If you have any symptoms at all you shouldn't be leaving the house wearing a face mask, a cloth covering or anything at all. That guidance is cl

Whilst staying in here is a bit of interesting reading about the heritage of Gedling Borough. Lots of information about places, people, history. Nothing to do with cycling or viruses! https://gedlingh

I won’t be out tomorrow, I’ve got a appointment mid morning irrespective of the weather. For future Wednesdays I think Ed’s lead is the way to go, i.e. can carry on group riding but without a cafe sto

A moderate southerly tomorrow. I’d suggest Wymondham, out via East Bridgford, Croxton Kerrial, Sewstern; back via Garthorpe, Waltham, Stathern etc Phil

WNW tomorrow and some risk of sun. I’d suggest Kneesall. Out Oxton, Blidworth, Farnsfield, Bilsthorpe; back Ossington, Norwell, Caunton, Southwell, approx 51 miles. Phil

I'm not riding again today. The wind and rain has eased at the moment but more could be on the way. Flooding could be a problem, I heard that half of Lowdham Island was closed and parts of the A46 and

WSW tomorrow. I'd suggest Asfordby. Out East Bridgford, Elton, Belvoir, Scalford; back Pasture Lane, Hose. About 54 miles. Phil

Television coverage is on Freesports TV this week, both live and repeats. Virgin channel 559 Sky 422 and others

Jim's funeral will take place on Tuesday the 21st January at the parish church in Bingham at 12 noon. It will be a service of thanksgiving after a private committal at Gedling Crematorium. Anyone wi

Following the article about the year 1990 in the May Acorn News, I've been asked for the times from the Skegness race. Mick Perrin 3:04:31 Chris Thompson 3:17:46 Dave Smith 3:22:40 Ed Ward 3:24:07 Pau

If your bored! Try this I got 7. No cheating using the internet or books, just your brain. Follow the link below. Craig https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2020/mar/27/tour-de-france-quiz-cycling-grea

With the worsening situation, I am seriously considering not going on Club Runs. I can't see a problem with a solo ride at present (apart from the risk of accidents). Riding with others, nose clearing

Not sure about tomorrow. Quite breezy, I’ll have another look in the morning and see if it’s moderated a bit. If it stays as is, I don’t think that I’ll be out. Phil

I thought it might be useful, given the weather, to list roads that we know are flooded. Caythorpe to Hoveringham - by Ferry Farm, was still flooded today. Gunthorpe and Trent Lane were Ok, though a

It looks as though Gunthorpe is going to be best avoided tomorrow, Andy is pretty sure that Trent Lane and Shelford won’t be passable. I’d suggest going north to Tuxford. Out via Southwell, Caunton, N

I won't be out tomorrow. Phil

The level crossing between Orston and Bottesford is due to be closed from 29 January until 12 February. I don't know if it will be passable on a bike, but please post if you get any more information.

This came through today. If anyone is interested please reply to Will Gurton. Note the specific requirements. Ed Good afternoon, I hope this email finds you well - and sorry for the length in advance

South westerly tomorrow. I’d suggest East Leake for a change. Out East Bridgford, Aslockton, Granby, Langar, Colston Basset, Hickling, Wysall, Costock; back via Rempstone, Wymeswold, Willoughby, Upper