velomaniac
MacRetro Rider
I think we must try and knock off all the 7 stanes this year, they are now the iconic centres of Scotland for many. Some of the dumfries & Galloway ones could be done in quick succession due to their proximity.
Arran is good as all the services are linked into one hub ie Brodick but if your a poor sailor we can wait for potentially less stormy times.
Jedburgh's Justice Trail that I've banged on about in the past would be a good one to attract those from Northumberland. Does mean a long haul for West coasters and Northerners though but the Ken seems keen.
Justice trail circles Jedburgh allowing many bail out points and is a mix of old school paths/tracks and purpose built single track with all the trimmings.
Also I've found a small trail near Hawick about a 6miles loop in total with a 2 mile loop of purpose built single track called the Cauldron. Might be an easier nearer alternative still close to England border that could attract Cumbrian bikers as well. The trails on the same B road as Newcastleton but further north and close to Hawick. I'll try and check it out if I can be bothered this weekend and if the weather lets me, there is a danger of snow at the weekend in that area.
So what about provisionally thinking of Jedburgh for Feb meet in say roughly 3-4 weeks giving everyone enough time to work their ticket. We could have say another venue as a backup just in case of foul weather such as the more central Carron valley or the Cauldron if its any good.
Say your piece or take the piss, the choice is yours.
Cheers
Velo
Arran is good as all the services are linked into one hub ie Brodick but if your a poor sailor we can wait for potentially less stormy times.
Jedburgh's Justice Trail that I've banged on about in the past would be a good one to attract those from Northumberland. Does mean a long haul for West coasters and Northerners though but the Ken seems keen.
Justice trail circles Jedburgh allowing many bail out points and is a mix of old school paths/tracks and purpose built single track with all the trimmings.
Also I've found a small trail near Hawick about a 6miles loop in total with a 2 mile loop of purpose built single track called the Cauldron. Might be an easier nearer alternative still close to England border that could attract Cumbrian bikers as well. The trails on the same B road as Newcastleton but further north and close to Hawick. I'll try and check it out if I can be bothered this weekend and if the weather lets me, there is a danger of snow at the weekend in that area.
So what about provisionally thinking of Jedburgh for Feb meet in say roughly 3-4 weeks giving everyone enough time to work their ticket. We could have say another venue as a backup just in case of foul weather such as the more central Carron valley or the Cauldron if its any good.
Say your piece or take the piss, the choice is yours.
Cheers
Velo
