Percrime wrote:Me and my girl (kathy) are driving a sag wagon in the afternoon... Melb Sorrento Melb. So we will wave when we see you.
I reckon I'll be needing you guys about 45 minutes in ... see you at Sandringham, I'll bring doughnuts!

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Postby clackers » Fri Oct 19, 2012 10:09 am
Percrime wrote:Me and my girl (kathy) are driving a sag wagon in the afternoon... Melb Sorrento Melb. So we will wave when we see you.
Postby kimmie » Fri Oct 19, 2012 11:05 am
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Postby rednaxela » Fri Oct 19, 2012 12:27 pm
kimmie wrote:But, from what I read, in a group riding like ATB, you will get many different sort of riders, some might have very little knowledge and experience on road riding, etc.
Postby DoogleDave » Fri Oct 19, 2012 1:21 pm
Postby kimmie » Fri Oct 19, 2012 1:25 pm
rednaxela wrote:kimmie wrote:But, from what I read, in a group riding like ATB, you will get many different sort of riders, some might have very little knowledge and experience on road riding, etc.
It is a 'mass participation' ride not a group ride, but whether you choose to ride with a group or on your own is entirely up to you. I am riding solo and I just avoid the 'groups'. You can either let them pass or you can pull away ahead of them. As for the slower riders and those who tend to weave all over the road, well, you can spot them a mile away so you have plenty of time to take action. What I always look out for are those riders coming up behind so I regularly do a quick head check on my six. Also try to keep to the leftmost side of the roadway/lane, that way you only have to watch the road ahead and your right.
Enjoy the ride and don't stress out. Ride your pace. It will be a good day despite the weather.
Postby kimmie » Fri Oct 19, 2012 1:28 pm
DoogleDave wrote:I agree with Rednaxela, don't worry about it too much and try to enjoy yourself - otherwise why even do the event.
This is my 1st time so I don't have any real sage words of experience other than what I have been told by friends (which I have already stated earlier in this thread).
Kimmie, as long as you stay aware of those around you and keep whatever distance you feel comfortable with around you you should be fine.
If you don't trust the pack in front or around you, leave them and let them ride off into the distance then continue on. You can ride the event by yourself, which (personally) I may prefer to do for much of the distance (unless I come across any groups that are going my pace and I feel comfortable joining).
I think the key is to remain consistent, predictable and patient. If you start to worry that will just make things worse and you won't enjoy yourself and the ride will seem that much harder to do IMHO.
Most importantly - don't forget to ENJOY the ride!
I'll be the guy in the light blue 2012 ATB jersey with the black helmet (you can't miss me)....oh, and I'll be riding a black Felt F75...
If you see me, say Hi!
Dave
Postby goneriding » Fri Oct 19, 2012 1:33 pm
blatant wrote:being relatively new to cycling I don't have anything appropriate for wet weather. I went to look at "sports" jackets but they're rather expensive I was hoping to pick one up online but obviously don't have time now so might just bite the bullet. As for the bottom half I've no idea, hoping it doesn't rain obviously but I want to be prepared as being wet for 6+hrs would not be good
Postby blatant » Fri Oct 19, 2012 2:52 pm
goneriding wrote:blatant wrote:being relatively new to cycling I don't have anything appropriate for wet weather. I went to look at "sports" jackets but they're rather expensive I was hoping to pick one up online but obviously don't have time now so might just bite the bullet. As for the bottom half I've no idea, hoping it doesn't rain obviously but I want to be prepared as being wet for 6+hrs would not be good
Sorry to say that there isn't much that truly keeps you dry! The really waterproof stuff makes you sweat like a pig. Shoe covers only last so long. Keep in mind that cycling gear will dry pretty quickly once it stops raining (except shoes).
The main thing is to keep warm. A light rain jacket will typically do the job.
As far as your bottom half is concerned, the best advice I can give is to use a rear fender. Keeps the bulk of the water out of your knicks but is very non pro!
For a long ride like ATB you might want to look at investing in some sun sleeves and a thin base layer that will wick moisture away quickly.
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Postby yarravalleyplodder » Sat Oct 20, 2012 10:44 am
DoogleDave wrote:
Most importantly - don't forget to ENJOY the ride!
I'll be the guy in the light blue 2012 ATB jersey with the black helmet (you can't miss me)....oh, and I'll be riding a black Felt F75...
If you see me, say Hi!
Dave
Postby DoogleDave » Sat Oct 20, 2012 12:21 pm
yarravalleyplodder wrote:I'll be the guy in the light blue 2012 ATB jersey with the WHITE helmet (you can't miss me)....oh, and I'll be riding a black Felt F75...
If you see me, say Hi!
Postby yarravalleyplodder » Sat Oct 20, 2012 1:10 pm
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Postby DavidL » Sat Oct 20, 2012 5:40 pm
adrian_d wrote:How quickly does the group move through the the starting line? I am guessing it can be quite a challenge to balance at very low speeds while everyones moving through so i'll definitely be in an easy gear and keep out of the cleats lol
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