A470 Ride

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I been thinking about this for a while and I think it might be something good to do for charity.

The Full A470 Ride.

It is only 186 miles, but, takes the A470 from where it "starts" in Cardiff to where it "ends" in Llandudno. Route (http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Lloyd+George+Ave%2FA470&daddr=51.4692838,-3.1676413+to:51.47617,-3.17353+to:52.05742,-3.29249+to:52.4323,-3.54473+to:52.55867,-3.53573+to:52.7261738,-3.7101994+to:52.9748229,-3.9277677+to:53.06221,-3.87158+to:53.243452,-3.7964775+to:53.286614,-3.7907613+to:53.319813,-3.822073+to:Unknown+road&geocode=FRZMEQMdMbXP_w%3BFeNbEQMdZ6rP_ynj_rmGNQNuS DFgVX7MI4sNEw%3BFcp2EQMdZpPP_ylhmKRqtBxuSDHRUX7MI4 sNEw%3BFUxVGgMdtsLN_ymxR6-f3tNvSDEwhKHMI4sNEw%3BFawNIAMdZunJ_ymHWsP7S-xvSDHgzpnCI4sNEw%3BFU77IQMdjgzK_yllrjls_PNvSDHRE5r CI4sNEw%3BFZ2JJAMdCWPH_yl1ljxNKmFlSDGhG5TCI4sNEw%3 BFeZUKAMdKRHE_ykPPo0qyHJlSDHg6ovMI4sNEw%3BFUKqKQMd pOzE_ykbcrLXJBJlSDFwEIzMI4sNEw%3BFTxuLAMdAxLG_ylDa uVJMxllSDEA3I7CI4sNEw%3BFdYWLQMdVyjG_yk_HUH0-B5lSDEgUI7CI4sNEw%3BFYWYLQMdB67F_ykb11bhGR5lSDEhPo _CI4sNEw%3BFY2aLQMd8q3F_w&hl=en&mra=dpe&mrcr=0&mrsp=1&sz=15&via=1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11&sll=51.471279,-3.167882&sspn=0.013232,0.042272&ie=UTF8&z=15)

I was wondering who fancied doing it with me? The more the merrier :smt109

[metalangel]

I'm definitely up for that, we could make a weekend of it and stay over in Llandudno (the hotels are gonna be mostly empty).

[Morticia]

I like that! If you could let me know with plenty of time, to make sure I have the day/weekend off.

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I'm definitely up for that, we could make a weekend of it and stay over in Llandudno (the hotels are gonna be mostly empty).

Sounds like a plan, got to do the route back down to get home anyway, lol

I like that! If you could let me know with plenty of time, to make sure I have the day/weekend off.

Will do and thank you for this being your first post :-D Welcome to the Org

[bluebird]

Hi Guys
I'm reletively new to biking (bought my first bike in April) so probably not as quick as the rest of you, but if you don't mind me tagging along, I'd be up for that!! :smt045

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Hi Guys
I'm reletively new to biking (bought my first bike in April) so probably not as quick as the rest of you, but if you don't mind me tagging along, I'd be up for that!! :smt045

This is not going to be a speed run. I plan to have a nice ride from Caerdydd to Llandudno through some amazing scenary, but, always on just one road...

[bluebird]

Cool, count me in!!

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Just so everyone knows there isn't any confirmed date for this. I am just gauging interest and seeing if it is feasible. This might not happen till next year (early most likely) as the weather now is getting unpredictable (understatement in the UK) and so may need "calmer" weather of the early months 2011.

Also, I was thinking as I want this to raise some money for charity anyone begrudge doing this for Ty Hafan or H4H?

[Morticia]

Sounds like a plan, got to do the route back down to get home anyway, lol



Will do and thank you for this being your first post :-D Welcome to the Org


You're welcome! You don't have a newbies section, so I went straight for the rideouts ;) Am doing a long one in April next year, so won't be able to make this one if the dates clash. I so hope they don't, LOL!

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

You're welcome! You don't have a newbies section, so I went straight for the rideouts ;) Am doing a long one in April next year, so won't be able to make this one if the dates clash. I so hope they don't, LOL!

Alright, I will bear that in mind.

Newbies can also say "hello" here too. (http://forums.sv650.org/forumdisplay.php?f=116) Lol, it is a hidden section...

Also, you can post in the South & West Surfers section under "newbie" or something, you will usually get stalked by Lily, Gav or someone pretty quickly, lol

[Sheepeh]

Yeah i'll be up for this with enough notice =]

[metalangel]

Sounds like a plan, got to do the route back down to get home anyway, lol

A55, M56, M6, M5, M50, A449, M4, A470, home. Simples (and gets the pent up speed out of your system)

[collis]

sounds interesting, might be interested in this run, most i've ever done is up to builth wells so headding the entire length of the a470 would be rather interesting, i thought it dissappeared somewhere inmid wales too.

prehaps do it for the Noaha's Ark Appeal - for a dedicated childrens hospital in wales.

[RichT]

Registering interest.

What are you thinking of in terms of sponsorship? Rider and/or pillion pay a donation that's given (idea being to get a large group) or each rider to raise what they can from friends/colleagues etc.

If the later, you may want to put a time limit in place.. e.g. Ride Wales from Dawn til Dusk.

[metalhead19]

May be interested in this. But depends when it is as to if can make it.

[blue curvy jester]

Aye prolly

back down colwyn bay, Denbeigh, Chirk, Newtown, Talgarth, Crickhowell, Venny 'port, 'Diff

my pick up some Borders mob that way

or down the cardigan coast to camarthen then the A48 all along the bottom

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

The route back is not set in stone, but, I'll see what people are up for. I don't mind, I'll ride anywhere, lol

As for the sponsorship part I was thinking that everyone who comes pays a “fee” that I or other designated person can collect and then we can send it to whichever charity we choose to donate to.

I am glad there has been an interest in this, I was wondering if I was gonna be riding on my own, rofl

[Mogs]

I'm possibly up for this, it depends upon dates.

If the later, you may want to put a time limit in place.. e.g. Ride Wales from Dawn til Dusk.

You need to be very careful promoting timed events, can easily be misinterpreted as racing against the clock.

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

The event will not be "timed," it will be setting off from a designated time and a get to North Wales when we get there kind of thing

[RichT]

I appreciate the terminology may not be correct guys, but I wasn't insinuating a race. All I was trying to do was get the cogs turning where the "sponsorship" aspect is concerned.

NB: "Dawn til Dust"

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I appreciate that Rich, but, in this P.C. world you got to get careful about how things are worded, so, having a "time" to a "time" might get people thinking be got to be off by one time (racing to get to the start point) and there by another time (racing to get there)

I am not sure how it could be worded for the charitable angle.

It is simply going to be a ride from South to North. As far as I can work out it shouldn't take more than about 6 hours even if we just "cruise" it.

Also, I would ask the charity that the money would be going to if they have any input on the name. Just got to decide who the charity is going to be...

[Luckypants]

I might be tempted to do this. Maybe come down the day before, stay over, then A470 it back with you guys. If you get a date sorted with plenty of notice, I'll see if anyone else in the North Wales area fancies it to have a group come down to escort you to the real Wales. :D

[RichT]

Whatever you decide to do is up-to-you and it's indeed admirable that you want to do something.

I will keep my eye on developments.

Sorry for trying to gleam some details....

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I am thinking that considering the distance, roads to be covered and logistics involved how does everyone feel about "Spring" 2011? If it is in April/May time then hopefully the weather will be warm and dry enough while the days will also be long enough to have the whole thing in day light. @ LuckyPants; typical North Walian talk! Rofl

[Luckypants]

@ LuckyPants; typical North Walian talk! Rofl:takeabow:

[Luckypants]

Spring next year would be fine with me.

[RichT]

Springtime next year sounds good to me.

[Mogs]

I'm still up for this can we try to avoid these dates, cause...

1. I won't have enough brownie points.
B. A470 on a bank holiday not good.

Good Friday April 22
Easter Monday April 25
Early May Bank Holiday May 2
Spring Bank Holiday May 30

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Any bank holiday is instantly ruled out because not only the A470, but, any other road that we might want to use to get back would be too busy for my liking.

I was thinking this might have to be a Sunday run, maybe, as most traffic heads south on Sundays IMO... But, then I would have to do an up and back job in a day...

Not that that bothers me, I rode from Hawrich to my house from 9pm to 2:30am :-D

[metalhead19]

A sunday run may cause issues for me, due to having to travel some distance to reach the start point.

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

But, wouldn't that be the same on any day?

[metalhead19]

I spose so, but if was on a saturday for example, would leave the option open to spend a night some where to break up either the ride up and down the A470 or the trip to and from it.

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Right, to keep everyone appraised; I have been in contacted Ty Hafen and am waiting to see what they think about the whole idea. But, incase they do not take to it, can anyone else think of a charity that it would be nice to give the money to?

[metalhead19]

What about the charity Talan started a thread about, http://forums.sv650.org/showthread.php?t=162935&highlight=charity

[metalhead19]

Any update on when this is gna be?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Well, Ty Hafan I don't think are taking me seriously, so, I think that maybe if we donate to Help For Heroes and The Bike Experience Charity that'll be a good cross section.

As for the date, well, I got to work out a few things as I am only really free on alternation weekends, but, I think if we do this on a Saturday, it would be better for most as they can ride up Friday night and have Sunday to ride back to where they need to get to

[metalhead19]

Ok that sounds reasonable. Would have to provide some notice though so that people can find places to stay if needed. Also guessing the donated amount per person also has to be decided?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Yeah, I was planning on giving enough notice, not just "next weekend."

I will PM everyone who has posted in here when I have sorted the date to see who wants to do it.

I wouldn't mind if people would look into being sponsered to do it, that way we can give that bit more to each charity. I know my boss has said he would sponser me and I am sure I could "milk" my family, ha ha

[metalhead19]

haha will have a go at milking my family for sponsor money (if i can make it of course)
Sorry, not sure if this has been confirmed/mentioned, but is the thinking to do the ride up and back in a day or stopping off saturday night at one end n heading back on the sunday?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Up and back in a day can be done, but, I was looking to see if we can do the up route on the Saturday and then everyone spend the evening having a chat and drinks before we all head out separate ways Sunday

[metalhead19]

Ok well just to be helpful I am fine with either. However breaking up the trip up and back might make it abit easier on people traveling from far away...plus it involves drinks which is always good.

[Lego]

Has this rideout been confirmed yet?

I'd like to join in if I can get my bike back on the road in time :)

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I want to try and make this so as many people as want to join, can. This doesn't have a confirmed date, I hope to find 5 mins on the weekend to sort some dates, but, if you want to join or you know anyone who wants to join, feel free :-)

[Lego]

I'll see if I can get TFA and a few others to come ;)

[metalangel]

The A470 sends just a street short of the seafront in Llandudno, there's plenty of hotels around there not to mention a few decent pubs :D

[metalhead19]

The A470 sends just a street short of the seafront in Llandudno, there's plenty of hotels around there not to mention a few decent pubs :D

Win win.....if its sunny when we get there we have the seafront and if its dark or raining we have pubs :D

[thefallenangel]

Sounds good but 25% chance i will be on call. Worst comes to worst can be done in a day. Although 350 miles of riding will take a good 6/7 hours on a rideout.

[metalhead19]

Would have thought it would take longer than that on a rideout, with the need for more frequent stops for petrol/nicotine/food. But as you say, it is doable.

[Lego]

Whats the plan?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

What objections does anyone have to 30th April or 14th May?

[metalangel]

Can't do 14th of May.

[Luckypants]

What objections does anyone have to 30th April or 14th May?

30th April is a bank holiday weekend (Royal wedding and May Day holidays) so the road will be very busy in certain sections, I would expect the speed vans to be out in force as well. No problem if everyone is happy to carve traffic, but worth considering.

[thefallenangel]

On call 14th May.

[metalhead19]

Def cant do the 14th May. But should be free for the 30th April

[Luckypants]

Just seen that 30th April BH weekend is BSB at Oulton Park. Might rule that weekend out for me to ride the A470...

[collis]

what about June time?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

F***, f***, f***, f***, f***!

Alright, this is going to get very complicated.

My problem lies in that I can only do alternate weekends as I have my daughter every other weekend. So, go from the 14th May onwards and then I can do every other weekend after that, lol

[metalangel]

Whereas I can't do every third weekend, starting with the 14th and then the fourth, etc.

[Luckypants]

My problem lies in that I can only do alternate weekends as I have my daughter every other weekend. So, go from the 14th May onwards and then I can do every other weekend after that, lol

Your ride dude, pick a date, set a meet time and place to suit you - then put it out there for anyone else of us that would like to do it / can make the date. :cool:

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Yeah, I know. I still got to pull my finger out on this... I'll set a date when I get a chance this weekend. Got my daughter this weekend, so, gonna be hectic :-)

[metalhead19]

Any further updates?

[YellowMonkeyBoy]

Putting a post so I start getting updats one this as I would like to know when it is haha

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

Sorry, been lagging a bit on this. I got to sit down with a calander soon and sort out dates, also, got to start doing the anti-rain dance :-)

[Luckypants]

Putting a post so I start getting updats one this as I would like to know when it is haha
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[metalhead19]

Any decisions made on dates yet?

[Cymraeg_Atodeg]

I shall know more after this weekend as I hope to have a pillion for this ride and I need to know when she is going to be able to have the weekend free :-)

[metalangel]

Woof woof!