Wednesday 30th May: Rode over to Shotley with Steve, a lovely sunny day with very light breeze. Unfortunately I messed up my Garmin so only recorded half the ride.
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Wednesday, 30 May 2012
Monday, 28 May 2012
'Day 2' ride
Monday 28th May: This morning I went back to visit Lisa Hayward at Physio East, I have not had a recurrence of the the cramp in my legs and the stretches I am doing seem to be improving the problems in my back and pelvis.
I have been planning to try and ride on the day after a long tiring ride for some, so I took a short ride up to Poringland and back after work. Surprisingly the ride wasn't as hard as I thought it was going to be, although my legs were very sore on inclines. So glad I live in Norfolk!
I have been planning to try and ride on the day after a long tiring ride for some, so I took a short ride up to Poringland and back after work. Surprisingly the ride wasn't as hard as I thought it was going to be, although my legs were very sore on inclines. So glad I live in Norfolk!
Sunday, 27 May 2012
Norwich 100
Sunday 27th May: Another exhausting ride completed, this time it was the Norwich 100. The ride started at Norwich Cathedral and went out via Reepham to Blakeney then along the coast for lunch at Sheringham High School, returning via Horsey Mill. Very pleased with the time of 6:08 and a moving time of 5:57.
The event was run by bike-events for British Heart Foundation, this is a very popular event and hundreds of people take part every year. The route is well signed and there were marshals at all important junctions. Although I do not think it is quite as well organised as the Action Medical Research rides I have been on, the choice of food available is particularly poor and there was no energy drink/bars available at the stops.
This year (I did this ride last year as well) I found the ride to Sheringham much easier but struggled to get going again after the food stop. I stopped again at Horsey Mill and made a point of resting and eating a selection of foods, the remainder of the ride went well.
This time the bike behaved perfectly, thanks to Becks Bikes in Beccles for the gear service (and the promised free service prior to the Paris ride).
The event was run by bike-events for British Heart Foundation, this is a very popular event and hundreds of people take part every year. The route is well signed and there were marshals at all important junctions. Although I do not think it is quite as well organised as the Action Medical Research rides I have been on, the choice of food available is particularly poor and there was no energy drink/bars available at the stops.
This year (I did this ride last year as well) I found the ride to Sheringham much easier but struggled to get going again after the food stop. I stopped again at Horsey Mill and made a point of resting and eating a selection of foods, the remainder of the ride went well.
This time the bike behaved perfectly, thanks to Becks Bikes in Beccles for the gear service (and the promised free service prior to the Paris ride).
Saturday, 26 May 2012
Wednesday, 23 May 2012
A sunny ride to Shotley
Wednesday 23rd May: Another training ride doneand in lovely sunshine as well.
Smart421 Office to Shotley (Sunny)
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Smart421 Office to Shotley (Sunny)
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Monday, 21 May 2012
Lunchtime ride to Shotley
Monday 21st May: We (Steve and I) took a quick ride to Shotley and back. Return journey was a challenge in to very strong headwinds.
Sunday, 20 May 2012
Denton Charity Lunch
Sunday 20th May: Today is our charity lunch in Denton village hall. The wonderful thing about living in Denton is there are lot of people willing to give up their time to help, particularly if it involves food and drink.
It was a roast beef menu with roast potatoes, Yorkshire puddings and vegetables. A team of helpers helped serve the food in good time before we enjoyed a selection of desserts given by local residents.
After coffee we held a raffle and then everyone helped to clear away and get everything washed up.
A total of 78 people attended and we raised £570.
After coffee we held a raffle and then everyone helped to clear away and get everything washed up.
A total of 78 people attended and we raised £570.
Another short one
Saturday 19th May: After a busy day getting food for our fundraising lunch tomorrow I manage to fit in another short training ride.
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
Back on the bike again
Wednesday 16th May: Back on the bike again after 2 days rest, Well as much rest as you can get whilst decorating!
Sunday, 13 May 2012
Suffolk Sunrise 100
Sunday 13th May: Wow, I am exhausted! Having just returned from a gruelling 100 mile ride, the Suffolk Sunrise 100. We (about 1000 cyclists) set off at 7am from Framlingham college and I completed the course in a few minutes over 6 hours .
Please Note: the distance and cadence figures are wrong because the wheel sensor on my computer was knocked out of line. I also forgot to stop the timer when I stopped so the total time is higher than actual.
The event was run by and for Action Medical Research - for children, for life. As usual it was incredibly well organised, from initial registration to a great selection of food, breakdown support and even a massage afterwards. All free!
The Suffolk Sunrise 100 is one of Action's most popular rides and its not too difficult to understand why; the terrain is very forgiving to the cyclist with gentle gradients and beautiful countryside. A break in the weather enabled us to enjoy this to the full.
The first 70 miles went very well for me and I made good time, but as we neared Rumburgh we turned into a headwind and life became much harder. We rode into a headwind for most of the rest of the route. Unfortunately for me the going became much harder when I was unable to engage the lower gears I needed to take on the steeper gradients and headwind (whilst getting increasingly tired).
Finally I turned into the College entrance and was greeted by the customary clapping and cheering from the many spectators that had gathered around the finish line.
An Action Medical Research official came forward and placed a medal round my neck...and then I remembered why I am doing this.
Please Note: the distance and cadence figures are wrong because the wheel sensor on my computer was knocked out of line. I also forgot to stop the timer when I stopped so the total time is higher than actual.
The event was run by and for Action Medical Research - for children, for life. As usual it was incredibly well organised, from initial registration to a great selection of food, breakdown support and even a massage afterwards. All free!
The Suffolk Sunrise 100 is one of Action's most popular rides and its not too difficult to understand why; the terrain is very forgiving to the cyclist with gentle gradients and beautiful countryside. A break in the weather enabled us to enjoy this to the full.
The first 70 miles went very well for me and I made good time, but as we neared Rumburgh we turned into a headwind and life became much harder. We rode into a headwind for most of the rest of the route. Unfortunately for me the going became much harder when I was unable to engage the lower gears I needed to take on the steeper gradients and headwind (whilst getting increasingly tired).
Finally I turned into the College entrance and was greeted by the customary clapping and cheering from the many spectators that had gathered around the finish line.
An Action Medical Research official came forward and placed a medal round my neck...and then I remembered why I am doing this.
Saturday, 12 May 2012
Preparing for the Sunrise 100
Saturday 12th May: Today was spent cleaning the bike degreasing and lubricating the chain then making sure I had got everything ready for tomorrow.
In the afternoon I took the bike over to Matt Jackson at The Footlab and he checked out my setup, I have been to see Matt a few times previously and he carried out a fitting then helped me select my new bike. An excellent service that helped me choose the right bike for me. I am really pleased with the bike, which I bought directly from the manufacturers; Canyon Cycles in Germany.
In the afternoon I took the bike over to Matt Jackson at The Footlab and he checked out my setup, I have been to see Matt a few times previously and he carried out a fitting then helped me select my new bike. An excellent service that helped me choose the right bike for me. I am really pleased with the bike, which I bought directly from the manufacturers; Canyon Cycles in Germany.
Quick training ride before the Sunrise 100
Friday 11th May: On the way into work this morning I had a consultation with Mary Skelcher a nutritionist who specialises in sports nutrition. It was well worth the time finding out the best food to eat before, during and after riding. I find it difficult to get the balance between eating enough so that I have enough energy for my cycling and not putting on weight.
I thought I would take a short ride around the block in preparation for the Suffolk Sunrise 100 on Sunday but got caught in a down pour and had a very Wet Ride.
I thought I would take a short ride around the block in preparation for the Suffolk Sunrise 100 on Sunday but got caught in a down pour and had a very Wet Ride.
Thursday, 10 May 2012
Short Local Training Ride
Tuesday 8th May: Had a quick ride round my local area, felt very good and much quicker than it really was.
Training Ride to Southowld
Sunday 6th May: Had a reasonable ride to Southwold and back, weather was awful and forgot to stop timer on the Garmin so stats are a bit off. See the ride here: Denton to Sothwold.
Monday, 7 May 2012
Denton Village walk
Monday 7th May: After a fairly miserable weekend of drizzle and overcast skies Monday morning started with clear blue skies and sunshine. The walk left the village hall at 10am and around 40 'Dentonites', friends and family set off for an 8mile walk.
The route went through the Millenium Wood, along Sidges Lane, Websdell Wood, alonside Hardwick airfield and back via Darrow Wood (Denton Castle) and Chapel Hill. Those unable to undertake the full 8 miles were picked up by 'The Sheriff' with his tractor and trailer and taken back to the village hall.
On arrival back at the village hall there was a wonderful selection of sandwiches and cakes and plenty of tea and coffee.
Thanks to everyone who helped and took part, we raised a total of £143 for Action Medical Research.
Find out more about the London to Paris cycle ride or sponsor me; Malcolm North
The route went through the Millenium Wood, along Sidges Lane, Websdell Wood, alonside Hardwick airfield and back via Darrow Wood (Denton Castle) and Chapel Hill. Those unable to undertake the full 8 miles were picked up by 'The Sheriff' with his tractor and trailer and taken back to the village hall.
On arrival back at the village hall there was a wonderful selection of sandwiches and cakes and plenty of tea and coffee.
Thanks to everyone who helped and took part, we raised a total of £143 for Action Medical Research.
Find out more about the London to Paris cycle ride or sponsor me; Malcolm North
Fundraising at Smart421
Friday 27th April: was our first real attempt at fund raising, Steve and I got our families and friends to prepare some lovely snacks for a lunchtime buffet. We combined this with a company dress down and raised £267.
Thanks to everyone who helped and everyone at Smart421 for their generous donations.
First Sportive 2012
Sunday 22nd: it is time for my first Sportive ride of the year. The Peterborough 100 is part of Action Medical Research's Ride 100 series and is a good ride to start with, I opted to take the 100Km route as my training rides this year have been very intermittent. This route was through eastern Northamptonshire and up to through Uppingham and round Rutland water, a really nice ride through some lovely countryside and with some challenging hills. I was pleased to finish the ride in 4:04 hours but suffered from cramp in my right leg due to not drinking enough...lesson learned!
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