The Vinghoe Velos may not be everyones choice of saddle but we continue to be amazed! Last week saw 22 set off with some extreme ‘fatletes’ chosing to extend the ride at both ends (42 miles – impressive!) whilst others ‘crashed and burned’ early – feels like my time back at school “must try harder!”
Thought for the day: “I love deadlines especially the sound of them whooshing by!”
As always 0945 for 1000 start Sunday at the Rose and Crown
With the Tea Run out at 1000 this morning!
As 2011 comes rushing to a close and some of us prepare for more isotonic refuelling at the Rose and Crown some memories of the last month of training!
The 1st ride of 2012
Be there or be …………………………… in bed! In case you can’t remember “there” is 0945 every Sunday at the Rose and Crown!!
New Garmins optional! 🙂
As Christmas Eve Eve hangovers subside and we get set for another bout of Carol singing and festive drinking we wanted to wish everyone a VERY MERRY CHRISTMAS. Being a Sunday tomorrow it’s Velos time, while many of us will be concentrating on preparing a festive feast some will live up to the tradition of meeting at the Rose and Crown at 10am for a quick pedal around the 3 counties before returning to witness an array of Christmas jumpers
Last year a Boxing Day walk was enjoyed by many and it is hoped this will be repeated, watch this space
As we sign off it ia north a mention of Mark Cavendish this years BBC SPORTS PERSONALITY, well done Cav!!!!!
As many of you are aware a gathering has been arranged to celebrate Christmas on 9th December and I am sure we would all like to thank Jayne for organising it.
Many people may not realise what effort is put into arranging rides, shirts, socials, the website etc. One thing is sure that without the input from all those who contribute none of what we share together would be possible.
Please remember that whilst we may enjoy the change of scenery at another local hostelry, the Rose & Crown, Ivinghoe remains the birthplace of the glorious Vinghoe Velos and I am sure we will all continue to eat, drink and make merry in there. Details of their great Christmas Fayre can be found here.
Thank you to Alistair and all of the team for your hospitality and continuing to put up with the motley crew of ‘athletes’ that descend on you several times a week.
Keep cycling and be careful out there!
It always seems a shame when cycling may hinder the wine intake on a Saturday night and remaining inclusive and try to encourage as many out of your beds in the morning here is a shorter ride! Please remember to try and memorise the route and bring a copy with you!
Have fun and be careful out there!
As our intrepid team prepare to set off on The Wild Edric, we are reminded of the need for serious winter training, but then our minds rapidly turn to the Christmas Festivities!!!
It may not be too late to get your names onto the list for the Vinghoe Velos Christmas dinner and for those already registered with our party organiser, jayne.raynor@ntlworld.com
please send your meal choices ASAP the menu can be viewed here
Jim is also trying to ascertain numbers to see if we can get a good value return coach for those that haven’t advised they would like to take this up at a cost of £10 per person please mail the site ASAP
BREAKING NEWS!!!!!!
Starting on Saturday 5th November at 10am from outside the Rose and Crown and then weekly
The Vinghoe Velos Tea Ride will be a gentler ride than we do on Sundays, and will go at the pace of the slowest rider or wait at appropriate points. We will aim to cover between 10-15 miles (maybe a little more) according to the wishes of the riders who turn up. There should be someone to lead this ride most weeks, so maps shouldn’t be necessary. Occasionally there may not be a leader, and cyclists can use it as a meeting point to do their own ride. It is also our aim to stop for a cup of tea somewhere. The ride should be back at the pub by about 12noon (punctures permitting) for another beverage. This ride should be suitable for anyone who hasn’t ridden a bicycle for a while, or is uncertain about trying to keep up on the Sunday rides. It is also a good extra ride if your Sunday is too busy for cycling. All welcome.
This weeks Sunday rides as always meeting at the Rose & Crown at 0945
Christmas dinner approaches and we need to make even more commitments ASAP!!
jayne.raynor@ntlworld.com requires your meal choices ASAP please email her direct to sort
Transport manager Jim has arranged for a coach to leave Ivinghoe, pick up to at Dunstable and take us to dinner and then do the same return. The cost is £10 per person but commitment to this is required by the weekend by email to this site please.
For those still undecided whether to attend, get off that fence and contact jayne.raynor@ntlworld.com ASAP to see if we have more space!
Be safe out there
As the nights close in snows threaten and cycling becomes more of a minority sport our minds turn to the antics of GB cycling in the Netherlands and in particular the achievements of the GB ladies team including our very own VP. Clearly the motivational talk from yours truly is what made the difference to enable the team to win gold!
Having dealt with the serious news we turn to matters less relevant.
As our ranks grow, we have had further requests for the lovely blue jersey. Enquiries have been made to our fashion house for the purchase of a new winter version of this much sought after jersey. For the princely sum of £45 we can secure these provided we manage to get 10 orders in place. I believe we may be up to 5 already but would ask that anyone who is interested in them registers their interest by email before we pursue this further as a minimum order of 10 will be required.
Watch out for news of Sally’s Saturday morning rides, coming shortly to a village near you!
Tomorrow we have for you:
The Velos tours continue with an International visit to Cuba where we checked out new bikes and accessories for everyone
So KITT is out of the bag and Jose and Andrew have to get miles in on their super new steeds as they get into training for London to Paris next year so tomorrow’s ride is just
for those looking for less
Other News:
Following the success of the Velos at the Wiggle Rut, rumours are rife of several people looking to enter the Wiggle Wild Edric on Saturday 29th October featuring 59 miles that take you gently to the top of the most rewarding hills with some breathtaking views over Shropshire and Wales with safe sweeping descents to enjoy for further details speak to John Hegarty
As previously reported Jose and Andrew have now signed up for London to Paris next year, hoping to see Cav again cross the line first on the Champs Elysees. If anyone is interested in joining us we have entered the Vinghoe Velos team name and propose doing fund raising as a team effort to assist all in achieving the minimum amount. Alistair has kindly already agreed to us doing a number of fund raising events in the R&C so watch out for further news of these!
To finish off the Cuban adventure
Be safe out there!
