they overlap for about 500m, not such a big deal however, knowing how the sport rides go, the potential for multiple riders to be going up that short climb 6-7 abreast while the Nantwich guys are flying down the hill is high and could cause issues. Just take care.
Don't mean to barge in, but I did the Manchester 100 2yrs ago and, if I remember rightly, at that point Nantwich was the enforced lunch stop - it was pretty congested on the roads to and from the school.
Erm, I did the 100 on a beaten-up mountain bike - providing much entertainment for the mamils. Best comment of the day (and there were many); "That's like riding the Grand National on an aged donkey"
The reason Farnie has found two routes is because the first link is for the Manchester 100 kilometers and the second is the 100 miles. (The 100k cuts out Nantwich.)
Surely the organisers are aware of each other? Or am I just being naive?
It looks like the Manchester race route tags onto the tri route just after the hospital and then they run together down most of the untdulating bit, out in the sticks. Looks like it crosses the odd roundabout too. Fortunately, they are heading in the opposite direction.
Well, Pandorica's been in for a service, has been suitably adorned with subtle Pirate branding, and I am ever so slightly crocked. Makes for a good start Looking forwards to the fun tomorrow. Don't forget the sunscreen - if it's like today, we're going to need it.
Poor Caz drove all that way to be camping on her lonesome. We've had her here at the flat for a bit and Calfie went to help her put the tent up a moment ago. We offere for her to stay with us for the night, but there are other people camping nearby and she was happy to sleep ou.
Someone find her in the morning please. Little tent near the blue Beamer.
What with swimming lessons and me resembling the QE2 at the mo, we wont be able to make it down, but make sure you race well and make lots of noise near the hozzie for Loon!
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Have fun folks!!
I'll think of you all when I'm nursing my hangover on Sunday - assuming Barley doesn't manage to burn us all alive which his pyrotechnic abilities!
Go Pirates!
Good luck guys, shame to miss it but doing the Cotswold on Sunday myself.
anyone know the route for the manchester 100?
esp as its on Sunday 5th and goes through Nantwich
http://www.bike-events.com/Ride.aspx?id=230
just found the route
http://www.mapmyride.com/ride/united-kingdom/manchester/329709103
its only the bottom half of the route that is the top half of the nantwich bike route as far as I can see, but they do overlap
is this one slightly different?
http://www.bikely.com/maps/bike-path/Manchester-100-miles37930
*pokes head in*
Don't mean to barge in, but I did the Manchester 100 2yrs ago and, if I remember rightly, at that point Nantwich was the enforced lunch stop - it was pretty congested on the roads to and from the school.
ooooh you bike toooo......
The reason Farnie has found two routes is because the first link is for the Manchester 100 kilometers and the second is the 100 miles. (The 100k cuts out Nantwich.)
Surely the organisers are aware of each other? Or am I just being naive?
It looks like the Manchester race route tags onto the tri route just after the hospital and then they run together down most of the untdulating bit, out in the sticks. Looks like it crosses the odd roundabout too. Fortunately, they are heading in the opposite direction.
Viking - I am coming early so you can get it up for me.
And I am bringing plenty of lube....
Poor Caz drove all that way to be camping on her lonesome. We've had her here at the flat for a bit and Calfie went to help her put the tent up a moment ago. We offere for her to stay with us for the night, but there are other people camping nearby and she was happy to sleep ou.
Someone find her in the morning please. Little tent near the blue Beamer.
Folks, hope you have fun tomorrow - sorry that I can't be there to cheer!
Do me a favour and wave and shout and anything else that you fancy when you pass Leighton Hosp - you can cheer me for a change!!
Have a great day and go get 'em guys!!
Loon x
Morning guys!
Will be down in a bit. Just busy trying not to get too worked up!
Good luck everyone.
Good luck everyone for today.
What with swimming lessons and me resembling the QE2 at the mo, we wont be able to make it down, but make sure you race well and make lots of noise near the hozzie for Loon!