The Bugle | Blast 294

Friday 28th July 2017
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK
 

BICYCLIST OF THE WEEK

Not the most popular cyclist in the world but now within spotting distance of becoming the greatest. So well done Chris on nailing your fourth Tour de France. Here is some other clues as to why Chris Froome is probably Britain's least loved great sportsman: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cycling/40692045

 

BICYCLE OF THE WEEK

Returning from a Tuesday Ride I encountered a funeral procession in Eden Park. Not the usual black hearse but a PINK one! Plus the mourners were in a pink stretch too. I was too surprised to notice if they were wearing pink.

So what about a bicycle hearse?  Four wheels are better than two as are four riders instead of one. So i give you the double-tandem-hearsemobile. Available now from your local Co-op: http://www.co-operativefuneralcare.co.uk/arranging-a-funeral/organising-the-day/hearses/tandem-cycle-hearse/

Click here for some alternatives: https://www.google.co.uk/search?biw=1886&bih=936&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=cycle+hearse&oq=cycle+hearse&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0j0i10i24k1.24027.24027.0.24214.1.1.0.0.0.0.58.58.1.1.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..0.1.57.4ZMJzAsWp80#imgrc=_

 

ADDISCOMBE 10 MILE TIME TRIAL LAST SATURDAY - NOT

It was cancelled - but not because of the appalling weather. The police decided the A24 roadworks made it too dangerous. Dunno if Addiscombe can re-schedule it. Its a busy season.

Commiserations to:
Denise B
David Go
Steve B
Ajay H
Barrie F

 

RIDELONDON THIS SUNDAY 30TH

Best wishes and good luck to all our Anerley participants. I don't have a list but I do know Jim M is setting out to do the 100 in 5 hours which would be an awesome achievement - and one that could do easily be thwarted by the delays from fallen riders. 

Ride safe - and let me know how it goes. Info: https://www.prudentialridelondon.co.uk/

 

CYCLING FOR BEGINNERS

Sunday may be a day for hardy centurions to do their bit up the Surrey Hills - but Saturday is an opportunity for getting people cycling. For those who just don't like traffic or just want to enjoy the sights of our capital - there is FREECYCLE (part of the RideLondon weekend). The traffic free eight-mile circuit passes iconic London landmarks including Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral and the Bank of England and again goes south of the river with a loop over Waterloo Bridge, offering stunning views of London.  More here: https://www.prudentialridelondon.co.uk/events/freecycle/
See also Pete's Saturday Ride below.

If even riding a bike is an issue for someone you know then there is the Croydon Get on your Bike Courses. Absolutely free and they even supply the bike. A new course starts tomorrow. each Saturday for four weeks
COURSE 4: 29 July, 5, 12 & 19 Aug
COURSE 5: 26 Aug, 2, 9 & 16 Sept
COURSE 6: 23, 30 Sept, 7 & 14 Oct
COURSE 7: 14, 21, 28 Oct & 4 Nov
Info & bookings: https://fs19.formsite.com/cycling/croydongoyb17/index.html

 

RECENT RIDE REPORTS

Sunday Ride 23rd July: Jim brings out the sun and takes us to Chiddingstone Castle:
https://anerleybc.org/sunday-ride-july-23rd-2017/

Tuesday Ride 20th July: Spitfires at Biggin Hill. John T bought to book:
https://anerleybc.org/tuesday-ride-18th-july-2017/

UPCOMING RIDES

Saturday Ride 29th July: 08:45 Shurguard/501 Brighton Road: Pete S writes - this Saturday we've been asked to lead and marshall a ride from East Croydon to Parliament square in time for the London Freecycle event. It will be a family ride with mixed style of bikes and abilities so it won't be quick! 40 riders are signed up for it, so I've been told to expect 30 or so.

The route is 15.8 miles to London then around another 10 around london's scenic spots, with a return ride leaving London at 2.30 so back at 4 - 4.30 and a total of just over 40 miles.

I've been asked to be the leader, Roger is a marshal and it would be great if any others would like to join us. It will be a good opportunity to fly the Anerley colours. I'm told there is also a not very exciting but free packed lunch available from the marshall's tent in Green park.

Anyone interested please let me know. NB Earlier than usual 8.45 am start


Sunday Ride 23rd July: 09:00 Shurguard/501 Brighton Road: Tom V leads to Tea at Agoea, East Grinstead with a pub stop at the Half Moon Inn, Balcombe.

Tuesday Ride 1st August:
'A' Ride [12mph] 09:30 Shurguard/501 Brighton Road: Tom V leads to New House Farm, Near Faygate
'B' Ride [10mph] 10:00 Shurguard/501 Brighton Road: Des D leads to New House Farm, Near Faygate

Thursday Ride: 3rd August: 10:00 Shurguard/501 Brighton Road: Mark H leads somewhere. Probably east.
 

FINALLY

Happy Cycling!