What a load of Porlocks - Ride-out 9th September 2006 - Page 4 - SV650.org

fizzwheel · 19-07-06, 03:36 PM

OK found it. From Yeovil Follow this

A30 to Crewkerne then
A30 to Chard then
A373 to Honiton then
B3181 to Cullompton then
A361 to Tiverton.

19-07-06, 07:31 PM

What time are you setting off from Yeovil, just so I can gauge what time I need to leave. Is Liz going as well?

fizzwheel · 19-07-06, 07:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanDare

What time are you setting off from Yeovil, just so I can gauge what time I need to leave. Is Liz going as well?

Not sure thats probably an hour or so from Yeovil. Rideout leaves at 11am. So I would think probably be away by 9:30.

We're not 100% sure we're going yet.

24-07-06, 12:45 PM

Hiya Folks

It's been a while. I'm back on a bike now (KTM 640 Adventure) and I'll be up for this ride out.

However as I'm a local to this area and it's some of my favourite roads, I'd suggest a slightly different route. The A361 from Barnstaple back to Tiverton is the most boring straight bit of road, ever! zzz

My suggestion is... When you get to the A399 (Blackmoor gate) hang a left and head to South Molton (where I went to school). Then head for A377 and head to Crediton then take the A3072 back to Tiverton.

If you want to go and see some of the beaches and see how bad the traffic is in Barnstaple then from there get on the A377 and head to Crediton then take the A3072 back to Tiverton.

Whatever you decide don't go on the A361 it'sssss so booooorrrrrring.

Oh yeah, if you'd like me to lead I don't mind, but I'm not sure that you'll be able to keep up with my 640 single!

Now it's time to go home and pack for India.

B

24-07-06, 01:01 PM

Also I live in Exeter and have lots of floor space for people to sleep on. I'd suggest that if people want to make a weekend of it and stay over for drinks etc, they stay in Exeter. Tiverton is a crap hole with nothing to do in the evenings. I know, I've worked in Tiv for 8 years and lived there for 18 months.

If anyone wants info on places to stay let me know your budget and I'll get it sorted out for you.

anna · 24-07-06, 01:35 PM

Just incase you were wondering I am still up for this and will have new tyres by then too.. will try to scrub them in before this ride though.

25-07-06, 01:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by WildBill

I suggest a slightly different route.

Is this what you have in mind?

Having not ridden in this area I've no strong opinions.

25-07-06, 04:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mogs

Is
this what you have in mind?

Looks fine to me. A few extra miles in the day but nothing we can't handle

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mogs

Having not ridden in this area I've no strong opinions.

You have strong opinions old chap, but not about this

fizzwheel · 25-07-06, 06:02 PM

I think Bills right. The A361 is straight and Dull. Its OK if you want a complete stupidly fast hoon. But I think that A377 might be more fun.

27-07-06, 04:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mogs

Quote:

Originally Posted by WildBill

I suggest a slightly different route.

Is this what you have in mind? what you have in mind?

Having not ridden in this area I've no strong opinions.

Yeah thats pretty much what I had in mind. I spoke to my house mate before I left for India and he suggested that we go to woolacombe(spelling), Croyd and we can have a look at the beaches.

I'm too tired to think about this at the moment. 9:50 am local time = 4:20 am UK time. Coffee anyone? Yes please.

B

19-07-06, 03:36 PM	#31
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	OK found it. From Yeovil Follow this A30 to Crewkerne then A30 to Chard then A373 to Honiton then B3181 to Cullompton then A361 to Tiverton. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

25-07-06, 06:02 PM	#39
fizzwheel Super Moderator Mega Poster Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Somerset Posts: 3,614	I think Bills right. The A361 is straight and Dull. Its OK if you want a complete stupidly fast hoon. But I think that A377 might be more fun. __________________ Look Dave, I can see you're really upset about this. I honestly think you ought to sit down calmly, take a stress pill, and think things over. K5 GSXR 750 Anniversary Edition

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19-07-06, 07:31 PM	#32
DanDare Guest Posts: n/a	What time are you setting off from Yeovil, just so I can gauge what time I need to leave. Is Liz going as well?

24-07-06, 12:45 PM	#34
WildBill Guest Posts: n/a	Hiya Folks It's been a while. I'm back on a bike now (KTM 640 Adventure) and I'll be up for this ride out. However as I'm a local to this area and it's some of my favourite roads, I'd suggest a slightly different route. The A361 from Barnstaple back to Tiverton is the most boring straight bit of road, ever! zzz My suggestion is... When you get to the A399 (Blackmoor gate) hang a left and head to South Molton (where I went to school). Then head for A377 and head to Crediton then take the A3072 back to Tiverton. If you want to go and see some of the beaches and see how bad the traffic is in Barnstaple then from there get on the A377 and head to Crediton then take the A3072 back to Tiverton. Whatever you decide don't go on the A361 it'sssss so booooorrrrrring. Oh yeah, if you'd like me to lead I don't mind, but I'm not sure that you'll be able to keep up with my 640 single! Now it's time to go home and pack for India. B

24-07-06, 01:01 PM	#35
WildBill Guest Posts: n/a	Also I live in Exeter and have lots of floor space for people to sleep on. I'd suggest that if people want to make a weekend of it and stay over for drinks etc, they stay in Exeter. Tiverton is a crap hole with nothing to do in the evenings. I know, I've worked in Tiv for 8 years and lived there for 18 months. If anyone wants info on places to stay let me know your budget and I'll get it sorted out for you.

24-07-06, 01:35 PM	#36
anna Member Mega Poster Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Tower Hamlets but with Shutters on the windows Posts: 1,522	Just incase you were wondering I am still up for this and will have new tyres by then too.. will try to scrub them in before this ride though.