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brianlescargot



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PostPosted: Sat Sep 17, 2011 12:25 pm    Post subject: Trossachs Ton Reply with quote

Entries are open for this ride on Sunday 17 June 2012. Brilliant route that starts in Stirling and ideal for a fast time. Dukes Pass and Campsie Muir are the only two big climbs with a few other blips along the way. Unlike The Bealach Mor there is no need for a compact and the 53/39 will get you round fine. Plenty of flat in between the climbs and great for a small group to push hard. I know it's early days yet but I have put my entry in already. Having done it this year I know its a good event, well organised, plenty of riders, clearly signposted, etc. Entry is �28 and organisers look for you to raise �30 in sponsor. Not too hard..
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Derek Hamilton



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PostPosted: Sat Sep 17, 2011 7:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Bit short notice for me Brian........
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brianlescargot



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PostPosted: Sat Sep 17, 2011 8:50 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

So you're not doing the Olympics road race next year either then?
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brianlescargot



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PostPosted: Sun Sep 18, 2011 6:25 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Well, entry list is expected to top 700 with good spectrum of abilities. Route and organisational wise it's probably the best sportive that I have done in Scotland. Easy to get to as well. Quite a few sportives sell out but reckon this will remain open all the way up to the event itself.
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smudger



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PostPosted: Sun Sep 18, 2011 6:19 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Why no go and ride it one day as a club, doesnae cost a penny then
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brianlescargot



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PostPosted: Sun Sep 18, 2011 6:31 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Certainly can but there won't be 600 or more taking part so there isn't quite the same incentive to go for a hard ride. And all the money raised goes to charity unlike HandsOnEvents who run a business.
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smudger



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PostPosted: Sun Sep 18, 2011 8:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Good if it's for charity,what charity is it, the entry fee would get you a couple of nights in calendar,and a cracking training weekend.
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brianlescargot



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PostPosted: Mon Sep 19, 2011 6:09 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I don't grudge having to spend �28 on a well run cycling event especially when all proceeds go to a worthy cause, in this case Action Medical Research. They help fund research and treatment for sick babies and children and run a whole host of cycling and other events all over the UK to help fund their charity. The staff who help organise these events put in a lot of their own time and effort and do so entirely voluntarily.

Cycling, is for the moment, becoming a more popular sport and for me especially the only reason I got back into cycling a few years ago was to compete in sportive rides. It's what I do and I have never raced and doubt if I ever will. I am sure that many others like me are in entirely the same position and just like to get out on their bike and feel the benefits of a healthier lifestyle.

Many sportives that are organised in the UK are charity based so I am more than happy to support them by taking part in the sport that I love.
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