A few years ago, when children, pets and work didn't need so much attention I took part in a bike race (commonly called a sportive) which took in 6 passes in the lake district (kirkstone, honister, Newlands, Whinlatter, Hardknott and Wrynose) in a 112 mile day out on 2 wheels. This time I shall not be cycling but helping out with the local Raynet group.
Saturday had us checking the local communication paths for the various areas. It's the first time I've been involved in any of this kind of thing so Paul, 2E0EET took me through the basics and now I'm looking forward to being a spectator and watching those who've trained for months on end to attempt this formidable ride.
It took me over 7:30 hrs when I did it do giving up the same amount of time with the rig at cockley beck (not too far from the Hardknott summit) seems a small price for my earlier enjoyment.
Hi, As a participant in last Sunday's Fred Whitton, I'd like to say thank you to all of those who lent their support to a fantastically well organised event. There was a noticeable Raynet presence and I've just found your page via Google. So thanks to you and all those others who gave up time to marshall, provide first aid cover and communications and make the event a success. You probably only saw glazed and expressionless faces on us riders but I know everyone I spoke to afterwards were impressed and appreciative of the support.
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ReplyDeleteIt was a tough day out for you riders. I rode it in 2008 and it was no where near as cold and windy. Well done for doing it and I'm glad you appreciated our helpfulness / poor humour. I hope we'll all be there next year and I promise to try and stop the dog licking all your legs
Alex