View Full Version : Somerset/Devon GP!!! Part 2!!!
I've now completed 100% of this route and it's a cracker, even though it's a bank holiday weekend it was ridiculously quiet. :D
I'll now struggle to do any dates in May :rolleyes: so i've had a look at possible other dates and June looks promising. I'm keeping it to Saturdays only to limit the choice!!!
We'll meet in Sainsbury's car park just off junction 25 (M5) for fuel/pee stop, leaving by 11am prompt!!!
I propose we have our first stop in Minehead for lunch, ice cream/pee stop and photos ect (fuel if need)..
Then up the famous Porlock Hill onto Lynton/Lynmouth - Barnstaple (Fuel Stop) - Crediton - Tiverton - Bampton - Wiveliscombe - Taunton (Sainsbury's again)
The route will take a good part of the afternoon it's 140miles but i've tried to avoid the main roads keeping us away from the Sunday drivers ect.
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Taunton+&daddr=Wheddon+Cross+to:Minehead+to:Lynmouth+to:Bar nstaple+to:Crediton+to:Tiverton+to:Bampton+Devon+t o:Taunton&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=50.953236,-3.316498&sspn=0.440338,1.230469&ie=UTF8&ll=51.032758,-3.544464&spn=0.879163,2.460938&z=9
The usual drop off system will be used and a TEC would be handy, i'll provide a hi-viz jacket for the lucky one. This rideout is open to everyone from newbie to seasoned veteran, i'm not the fastest but the pace will be good!!
So once we get a date i'll stick to it this time, you'll have until the end of this month to vote!!!!
Rich
good route mate,did most of that yesterday in he cage.Is there anyway we can do waters meet rd,out of lynmouth.
I'll do tec for a while
good route mate,did most of that yesterday in he cage.Is there anyway we can do waters meet rd,out of lynmouth.
I'll do tec for a while
Thats the way I went yesterday, the maps taken some sort of short cut :D
Zombie Jesus
12-04-09, 11:27 AM
nice route :thumbsup:
phil24_7
12-04-09, 01:50 PM
I'm in!
tigersaw
12-04-09, 02:16 PM
If I can get down there and time off I'll take part, it sounds great
squirrel_hunter
12-04-09, 02:16 PM
I'm going to have to get up early for this one.
can i come?
any of the 1st 3 dates will do me, but not the 27th. so i wont vote just yet,as somthing might crop up, but im in
WE MUST STOP AT THE LITTLE CHEF IN TIVERTON (point G)
ITS THE LAW
I'm going to have to get up early for this one.
I put the start time forward an hour for you squirrel!!! ;)
can i come?
any of the 1st 3 dates will do me, but not the 27th. so i wont vote just yet,as somthing might crop up, but im in
WE MUST STOP AT THE LITTLE CHEF IN TIVERTON (point G)
ITS THE LAW
If Gid can come then anyones aloud in ;)
And if the majority wants to stop at little chef Tiverton then we'll just stop for Ice Creams ect at Minehead. Means it'll be a late lunch and abit out our way but i'm sure we'll cope!!!!:D
And if the majority wants to stop at little chef Tiverton then we'll just stop for Ice Creams ect at Minehead. Means it'll be a late lunch and abit out our way but i'm sure we'll cope!!!!:D
the majority dont know what i know.;) and without giving away too much, it will be worth it
although it was a good year or 2 since i last went, so the "attraction" might not be there anymore
fizzwheel
12-04-09, 04:03 PM
When I saw Viper before christmas, he'd popped into that Little Chef recently and he said that the attractiion was still there...
If Gid can come then anyones aloud in ;)
:D
*******
When I saw Viper before christmas, he'd popped into that Little Chef recently and he said that the attractiion was still there...
:p
then it will be worth it. are you comming? i think viper needs to be told about this aswell
anywho, rich......... have you decided on a date? as it looks as if people arnt voting?
so just a free bump realy;)
fizzwheel
20-04-09, 06:00 PM
then it will be worth it. are you comming? i think viper needs to be told about this aswell
Depends when it is and whether I've got my confidence back. I dont fancy a group ride at the mo till I'm confident my wrists going to be OK, I'm sure it wil be I've just got a bit of a mental block in my head about left hand bends at the moment.
caz650s
20-04-09, 06:56 PM
Depends when it is and whether I've got my confidence back. I dont fancy a group ride at the mo till I'm confident my wrists going to be OK, I'm sure it wil be I've just got a bit of a mental block in my head about left hand bends at the moment.
Fizz ... have I missed something ? ...
Was this to do with when the pedestrian stepped in front of you on your push bike ?
Old Git
20-04-09, 07:10 PM
Looks like a good route, Im in pending date, should have recovered by June.:smt048
Fizz ... have I missed something ? ...
Was this to do with when the pedestrian stepped in front of you on your push bike ?
think he fell off his sticks on a mountain:eye:
fizzwheel
20-04-09, 07:38 PM
Fizz ... have I missed something ? ...
Was this to do with when the pedestrian stepped in front of you on your push bike ?
Nah it was my own fault. I decided it'd be a good idea to go down a mountain with my legs strapped to a plank of wood and I fell over...
I was snowboarding, feet went one way, lost my balance put my hand out, and broke the radius bone in my left wrist right on the joint. Got a nice titanium plate in it now though :cool:
I can ride OK, just got a confidence issue and I dont want to be a pain in the ass on a group rideout so I need to put some more miles in on my own first.
phil24_7
20-04-09, 07:42 PM
plenty of time to get some miles done fizz, especially if this weather holds!
fizzwheel
20-04-09, 07:45 PM
Aye I know, I'm just enjoying riding around by myself at the moment :cool:
phil24_7
20-04-09, 08:30 PM
Cool. Glad your back on the bike already.
Perhaps a ride with 1 or 2 of your mates (just a v small group of trusted friends) will help you get past your mental block. They may be able to point out what's holding you back or may be able to help you relax.
Hope your back to full speed soon, take it easy.
fizzwheel
20-04-09, 09:03 PM
Went out with Liz the other weekend, that was OK, just dont fancy a big rideout at the mo thats all.
The only thing holding me back is me. I'm not doing anything wrong just not confident on left hand bends at the mo. Its just practise thats all.
S&WS Camping Weekend will run in conjunction with this rideout. If you fancy making a weekend of it, checkout the thread - HERE (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=130221)
diamond
21-04-09, 11:52 AM
Aye I know, I'm just enjoying riding around by myself at the moment :cool:
Don't be a ghey, i wanna go, especially now there's camping as well. I know how much you love that.
Don't be a ghey, i wanna go, especially now there's camping as well. I know how much you love that.
Fizz can be TEC if he wants take it steady, it'll give Gid a break it nothing else. ;-)
diamond
21-04-09, 12:15 PM
I'll work on him tonight and try and convince him he needs to do it. I think the camping maybe more of an issue than the rideout.
fizzwheel
21-04-09, 01:07 PM
I think the camping maybe more of an issue than the rideout.
Correct I fricken hate camping.
Correct I fricken hate camping.
puff
;)
fizzwheel
21-04-09, 02:10 PM
puff
;)
Shut it bread boy...
OK Liz has twisted my arm. We'll be coming.
I'm quite happy to do TEC some of or all day on the rideout to. ( In fact I'd be happier doing that )
Having a brain f*rt - TEC?
Having a brain f*rt - TEC?
oh dear, your planning a ride out and you dont know what TEC means
tail end charlie, the gut that rides at the back;)
hahaha - I thought that was it, but wasn't sure.
And I've posted a camping thread, not a rideout thread.
hahaha - I thought that was it, but wasn't sure. yeah yeah:rolleyes:
And I've posted a camping thread, not a rideout thread.
then you are forgiven:kiss:
so your planning the camping and rich is planning the rideout?
Well it was either that or something that can't be mentioned under the U rating.
And that's the idea.
Bumpo,,, keep voting for a weekend of fun!!! :-D
For those intending to camp at Chivenor (Barnstaple) this weekend - please see post headed IMPORTANT here (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=130221&page=2)
I'm realy looking forward to the Little Chef Floor Show. If that Celeb Chef (sorry cant remember his name) had seen that he wouldna been faffing about with the menu!
Viper if you going try to remember to breathe.
richie95
24-04-09, 02:38 PM
If i am free on the day ill give it a go, never done a group ride before, i am a bit slow, so will end up being a lone rider!!! I am about 30 miles or so from the start, whats that a 3 hour ride?
fizzwheel
24-04-09, 04:27 PM
If i am free on the day ill give it a go, never done a group ride before, i am a bit slow, so will end up being a lone rider!!! I am about 30 miles or so from the start, whats that a 3 hour ride?
You'll be fine, it wont be fast paced and the junctions will be marked so no need to worry about getting lost or left behind.
just to confirm
this is in cojunction with the camping......is it not?
Yes Hovis - althought the route is going to run as is and those camping will meet the riding group in Barnstaple crica 1pm.
For those intending to camp at Chivenor (Barnstaple) this weekend - please see post headed IMPORTANT here (http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=130221&page=2)
Voting closes this Thursday folks...
S&WS Camping and Rideout Weekend
Voting closes this Thursday folks...
S&WS Camping and Rideout Weekend
well considering Fizz and I have booked already ,looks like the date is already set
Voting closes this Thursday folks...
:confused:
The rideout date poll is set to close at the end of the month, i.e. the 30/4 or Thursday.
Not that it really matters now as a few of us have booked the campsite.
Suggest those wishing to camp get on that. The site is pretty full..... no deposit taken - its cash on arrival.
If booking please state there's 2 tents going on the pitch.
The Poll has now closed and the 6th June it is. This rideout will also involve the guys that are camping on this same weekend. The start of the rideout is as normal and they'll be joining us at Mcdonalds Barnstaple around 1pm(ish) with full tanks of fuel (not diesel/enough until the next fuel stop Phil) ;-) . I'll be doing a pre rideout run with Gid so he knows exactly what i have in mind and give me any feedback/inprovements on the ride. :-D
The Rideout
We'll meet in Sainsbury's car park just off junction 25 (M5) for fuel/pee stop, leaving by 11am prompt!!!
I propose we have our first stop in Minehead for lunch, ice cream/pee stop and photos ect (fuel if need)..
Then up the famous Porlock Hill onto Lynton/Lynmouth - Barnstaple (Fuel Stop) - Crediton - Tiverton - Bampton - Wiveliscombe - Taunton (Sainsbury's again)
The route will take a good part of the afternoon it's 140miles but i've tried to avoid the main roads keeping us away from the Sunday drivers ect.
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&so...3,2.460938&z=9 (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Taunton+&daddr=Wheddon+Cross+to:Minehead+to:Lynmouth+to:Bar nstaple+to:Crediton+to:Tiverton+to:Bampton+Devon+t o:Taunton&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=50.953236,-3.316498&sspn=0.440338,1.230469&ie=UTF8&ll=51.032758,-3.544464&spn=0.879163,2.460938&z=9)
The usual drop off system will be used and a TEC would be handy. This rideout is open to everyone from newbie to seasoned veteran, i'm not the fastest but the pace will be good!!
phil24_7
05-05-09, 05:34 PM
Hey. I've never put Diesel in my tank. That honour is bestowed upon Pete and Hovis!!!
One more for the list of attendees!
I won't be camping, so will meet you all in the morning at the M5
AL
One more for the list of attendees!
I won't be camping, so will meet you all in the morning at the M5
AL
thats u and Rich at the start so far then...lol
thats u and Rich at the start so far then...lol
Oh ha, well atleast there won't be so many for me to lose.
Oh ha, well atleast there won't be so many for me to lose.
get a tent and crash with us
Im in, for the ride, although its a good hour a half from my house to the start, need to learn about this drop off system though?
The Drop Off System
The whole idea behind the system of riding called the drop off system, is to provide a series of movable markers for all the riders in the group to follow, irrespective of any gaps which have occurred in the ride, so that riders don't have to "keep up" with the rider in front.
It acknowledges the fact that the ride can get strung out over a long distance, due to a variety of reasons - e.g. Road works, traffic lights, give way junctions, roundabouts etc. Also, not all riders will have access to a map, and might be on unfamiliar roads.
It allows the riders to ride at their own pace without worrying about keeping up, getting lost, or which way to go.
How it works.
The Drop off system will be explained to all riders in a briefing at the start of the ride, where riders should get to know their colleagues. The group will have a designated 'Ride Leader' and a 'Back Marker'. The positions of these two riders will not change throughout the run. They will be introduced to all the riders in that group and be easily identified by a day-glow jacket or other identifier if possible.
Riders in the group may alter their own relative positions
As they see fit whilst out on the road providing they always remain between "The Ride Leader" and "Back Marker".
When the Ride Leader makes a direction change at a junction or roundabout the new direction of travel should be marked by the rider directly behind the ride leader, (The Marker). To do this, the Marker should pull in at the side of the road, in a safe place where he/she will be visible to the rest of the riders, so the direction can be indicated to the following riders.
It is most important that the marker stops in a position where :-
It is safe to do so.
They do not put themselves at any risk.
The rest of the ride can see them clearly as they approach the direction change.
The Marker
Should maintain that position until he/she can rejoin the rear of the section in front of the approaching Back Marker. The Back Marker will always try to give sufficient space for this to happen otherwise the Marker should allow the Back Marker to pass, then overtake when a suitable opportunity presents it self, thus re-establishing the correct running order.
It could happen that number two rider forgets to mark a direction change - in which case the next rider (Number three) should take it upon himself to drop off and mark the direction change to prevent the chain from breaking.
Do Note
It is always better to mark all direction changes rather than assume that the route is so obvious it is not worth doing.
Remember
As number two rider, you might think the ride direction is apparent - but you don't know when the riders behind might get split up, and one of them might not be familiar with the junction in question.
Please
Any riders wishing to fall out from the group or who have a breakdown should report, en route, to the Back Marker who will note the situation and act accordingly.
If it is impossible to mark a direction change because of the danger to the Marker or other road users it is better that the direction change goes unmarked. Sometimes the Marker can park up safely a short distance away and return to the direction change on foot to direct followers.
The Drop Off System allows for the riders to go at his own pace and still remain part of the riding group. Speed limits should be observed at all times.
However, in this imperfect world, the group may sometimes become very 'strung out', causing anxiety to some riders, and the Leader may then decide to stop, in a safe place, to allow the group to re-form before continuing.
EXTRA NOTES FOR RUN LEADER AND BACK MARKER.
The Run Leader
At the start of the run, the leader should explain the System to his group and ensure that they can recognise each other on the road, stressing the danger of a rider inadvertently joining another group, or even a totally separate set of riders going the same way.
He should not make a DIRECTION CHANGE unless he has at least two riders in view behind.
He should ensure that the 'no.2' rider stops at a direction change, pointing out if necessary the best place for him to pull in, bearing in mind visibility and road safety, having noted such places in his preparations.
If it is not possible to mark a direction change because of danger to the Marker or to other road users, it is better that the direction change goes unmarked. Sometimes the Marker can park up safely a short distance away and return to the direction change on foot to direct the following riders.
If the Leader has previous knowledge of such a problem, it should be mentioned at the pre-start briefing, and the possibility of a 'follow-the-leader' treatment of that direction change.
On a long run, it can happen that the group becomes very 'strung out', causing anxiety to some. The Leader may then decide to stop in a safe place to allow the group to re-form.
Back Marker
The Back Marker should familiarise himself with the route beforehand.
He must be especially aware of any following traffic when pausing for the Marker to rejoin in front of him and be prepared to carry on past the Marker if conditions demand, slowing for the Marker to overtake him in due course.
Experience with this system has shown that the Back Marker needs to leave a large gap in front to allow the Marker to rejoin easily and safely.
He should also be on the lookout for any rider dropping out and act accordingly, either waiting with the stationary rider if the problem is temporary, or making note of the stationary riders details, and reporting this to the Run Leader if the rider is leaving the run permanently.
You are in charge of your motorcycle at all times and responsible for your own safety.
.
Always ride for yourself and within your own capabilities.
Just clearing up any confusion about the meeting point for the ride!!!
The meeting place for the rideout just off M5 Junction 25 is Sainsburys. When you exit junction 25 head towards Taunton and at the first roundabout you'll see B&Q infront of you, take the second exit and then at the next mini roundabout take the second exit again you can't miss Sainsburys, i'll be parked up close to the petrol station so everyone can see me!!! :-)
Heres a map Sainsburys is at point B!!!
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Sainsburys+heron+gate+taunton&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=13.231382,39.375&ie=UTF8&ll=51.020977,-3.064304&spn=0.013741,0.038452&z=15
Just clearing up any confusion about the meeting point for the ride!!!
The meeting place for the rideout just off M5 Junction 25 is Sainsburys. When you exit junction 25 head towards Taunton and at the first roundabout you'll see B&Q infront of you, take the second exit and then at the next mini roundabout take the second exit again you can't miss Sainsburys, i'll be parked up close to the petrol station so everyone can see me!!! :-)
Heres a map Sainsburys is at point B!!!
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Sainsburys+heron+gate+taunton&sll=53.800651,-4.064941&sspn=13.231382,39.375&ie=UTF8&ll=51.020977,-3.064304&spn=0.013741,0.038452&z=15
cheers was wondering about that last night
edited the map for ya
http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Taunton+&daddr=Wheddon+Cross+to:Minehead+to:Lynmouth+to:Bar nstaple+to:Crediton+to:Tiverton+to:Bampton+Devon+t o:Taunton&hl=en&geocode=&mra=ls&sll=50.953236,-3.316498&sspn=0.440338,1.230469&ie=UTF8&ll=51.032758,-3.544464&spn=0.879163,2.460938&z=9
caz650s
01-06-09, 09:37 PM
WE MUST STOP AT THE LITTLE CHEF IN TIVERTON (point G)
ITS THE LAW
Hovis mate ,
I went past what was the little chef yesterday & all I could see was Burger King & Costa Coffee signs :(
The 'entertainment' may have transfered to one of these outlets ?
Fizz will put us straight no doubt ;)
cheers Caz.
Bris-Rob
02-06-09, 08:43 AM
Thought i had posted already. Slowing losing the plot.
Will see you at the M5 in the morning.
squirrel_hunter
02-06-09, 09:27 AM
Unfortunately I have to pull out of this one.
Hovis mate ,
I went past what was the little chef yesterday & all I could see was Burger King & Costa Coffee signs :(
The 'entertainment' may have transfered to one of these outlets ?
Fizz will put us straight no doubt ;)
cheers Caz.
i went to the trouble of phoning up a while ago, and your right.
little chef is now a coffee place....... im just hoping they had the sense to keep the atraction there:-dd
oh......... and i guess it would be a good idea to start a list for peeps atending the rideout only, as a few have expressed intrest.
1)
1) Rich (i'm the leader) :-)
1) Rich (i'm the leader) :-)
2) AMP (meeting at Barnstaple)
Sadly I'm going to have to miss this one, family reasons.
1) Rich (i'm the leader) :-)
2) AMP (meeting at Barnstaple)
Looks like I won't be needing to use the drop off system :rolleyes:
Ooooh, oh what a lonely boy, :(
Not quite 100% whos coming tomorrow but for anyone who is heres my number if you have any trouble finding the meeting place!! 07515354060 Weathers not looking it's best but we can make best of a bad job!!!
Rich
phil24_7
05-06-09, 08:02 PM
I wont be there unfortunately. :-( Hopefully make the next one.
I wont be there unfortunately. :-( Hopefully make the next one.
Don't worry Phil, try not to work too hard :D
mike_avfc
05-06-09, 08:36 PM
sorry mate ! supposed to be doing bikesafe on sunday and the weather isn't looking too good ! next time though :-)
Big thanks to Will for making the effort, was wet, sh!tty and foggy. Can't say I enjoyed it but managed to get you to the barnstaple crew in one piece. Hopefully the next time we do the route it'll be a bit drier, can't be any worse that's for sure :-D.
Good effort on Sat Rich - I can see the route would have been really good - bladdy weather...
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