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BTW, I propose we do this route:

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/220892

It is a mix of road and off-road (mostly paved)

Ok then, 11 it is.

Come on people, we need more company, anyone?

That's one thing I like about the Hope. I've heard a story about someone having a car run over theirs, only damage sustained was a few scratches.Nice one, shall we meet at about 11? I know you students don't like getting up too early (Read: I want a lie in!).

lol, 11 is fine. where about? St Clemens roundabout? City Center?

To continue the light topic, I went to Beeline Cycles on Cowley road today and a guy there told me that personally he would go for the Cateye HL-EL600 LED because first it is rechargeable (charger included) and second its light is smartly designed to spread over the road in front and covers a wider area. I guess as opposed to Hope and Exposure where the light is more focussed... That said, personally I think it is very hard to beat the solid feel and looks of Hope and Exposure...

Anyone fancy a ride tomorrow? Forecast for tomorrow is clear with not too much wind. I don't mind what we do but I'd like some legs left for Sunday's club run so nothing too epic. Maybe ride out somewhere, stop for a drink/food at a pub, ride back towards Oxford.

Sign me in.

The el-530 was amazing value when it came out ~3 years ago ... for £30. I haven't used mine for ages (got some decent lights) so you're welcome to borrow it. If you like it and you really want something budget you can have it for £10 inc rechargeables, though if I was buying some lights now I think I'd go for the Hope. Audaxers seem to like it and they know a bit about night riding.

Very kind offer, I'll take it if the light is in working order (you said that you've not used it for ages so we might need to check if it still works) :)

I'll write you a PS to arrange a meet up.

I dont know about you, but I really enjoy night rides. Next time it might be good to go out a little later on. It wont be much colder and will have a lot less traffic if we go after rush hour. What do you reckon?

It's definately worth investing in a good front light for rides like last night!

Have you managed to get replacement parts for your mudguard yet?

Agree, I really like night rides too, I think they are very relaxing in a way if you know what I mean.

So after googling around for light etc I came to a conclusion that there are only 3 or 4 sensible options for a serious but budget headlight.

1. Hope Vision 1 ~ £70
   
2. Exposure Spark ~ £70
   
3. Cateye HL-EL600 LED ~ £70
   
4. Cateye HL-EL530 LED ~ £50
   
   

I wonder whether it is worth getting the 4'th option and regretting afterwards for not adding extra £20 to get something more proper. To be honest I'm considering either 1 or 2.

And yes after getting one of these lights $$$ one will be morally obliged to go night riding...

It was a proper pitch black night ride with a hint of adventure. Arducius's head light saved the day!

It was much colder out in the countryside than in the city (not surprisingly). I got quite bad frost bite on my toes. Oh well lesson learned, gonna come better prepared next time...

It was good meeting you too Arducius and yes - see you this Sunday.

What about this route (taken from cyclingroutesoxford.blogspot.com)? Half 5 at the train station sounds good, I'll wait at the top of the wheelchair ramp (to the right of the main entrance).

http://ridewithgps.com/routes/219023

This looks great, I'm up and I might also bring another guy with me. Ok see you there at 17:30. I'll send you my cell no. on private message just in case...

Maybe something like this: http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=Botley+Rd%2FA420&daddr=Standlake+Rd+to:Eaton+Rd+to:Cumnor+Hill&geocode=Fd6uFQMdyJvs_w%3BFVo9FQMdBmXq_w%3BFV5CFQMd_W_r_w%3BFaijFQMdRCDs_w&hl=en&mra=dme&mrcr=2&mrsp=3&sz=14&dirflg=h&doflg=ptk&sll=51.752008,-1.289864&sspn=0.034431,0.090895&ie=UTF8&ll=51.71666,-1.389856&spn=0.034458,0.090895&z=14 but I haven't done this one before and would not be able to lead us. Dont know if you have a gps or smth.

Great, in that case I'll be joining for sure.

Yes 17:30 is fine. Should we meet up at the train station then? I have no particular route in mind, to be honest I don't know any proper ones. If you have one that you know that be great, otherwise I'll try to look something up on the forum?

Anyone else thinking about giving it a go, get involved. It's good fun!

Arducius, do you you think it is possible to join the the a road club (ex Oxonian CC) without a road bike - I have a single speed. Might be a dumb question, but I've never participated in clubs before don't know a thing about rules.

On another note, anybody up for a ride tomorrow (Wednesday) afternoon / evening???

This would be my first alley as well, do you think I could do it even though i dont know oxford that well I mean i know my way round and stuff but i'm not too sure on street name's?

Absolutely yes. Just come a long, everybody gets a map at the start ( though you might want to bring a pencil to mark stuff). In the wort case just follow someone who knows what they're doing ;)

No worries, just came back home myself.
Sure, for me any evening (except Thursdays) is fine. Got that, well in case you change your mind with the club thing let us know, I might be spending weekend in Ox too.

So is anyone up for meeting this evening for a ride? I don't have a route planned, but with everyone's local knowledge we'll come up with something!

If ~7.45 'ish pm suits you I'm down. Let me know. Could meet up round Cornmarket or Broad steets (dont really know any other places).

I didn't make the alleycat (actually completely forgot all about it!), how did it go?
So, Thursday meet at 1730 at Carfax Tower? It'll be dark by then due to the clocks changing, but I can't really make it any earlier due to working in Reading.
Witney is your neck of the woods, any route suggestions?

It went very well, check the photos posted above!

Unfortunately I can't make it on thursday evening - I'll be busy to 7pm, but you guys go ahead! My friend might be able to come along.

Can anyone come along to the alleycat on 27th?

I'm planning on coming.

I did the alleycat last night (I was the one limboing, failing the dance thing, smashing my own conkers etc). Anybody else? Also, what're you up to tomorrow Arducius? Up for a fairly short ride?

Hey there, I was the taler guy wrapped in plastic film and burglar's mask. This was also my first Alleycat ever. Would be glad to join you guys for a short ride, tomorrow afternoon is good for me, sometime this week too.

Arducius, did you participate in yesterdays Alleycat and if so who were you?

I hit a deep pothole pretty hard, but didn't realise it had snapped until after I'd slogged up the first hill with the rim rubbing on the brake block!

Let's keep an eye on the forecast and arrange something nearer the time then shall we?

Sounds like a deal, lets keep each other posted next week.

Tonight? No chance! Just got home from the TNRC Deluxe ride... achey, wrinkley, and missing a spoke :( Maybe next week?

"Missing a spoke" lol, seems like you had a good ride!
Sure, any evening next week if fine as long as its not raining :P

Sounds great! I'd be up for a club too, although I'm not sure if my fixed/single speed cycle gear would be suitable for the tri club or even roadies one, what are your thoughts?

How about an easy evening ride tomorrow (wednesday the 27th) in preparation of the friday Alleycat? Im free anytime in the evening if anyone is interested.

Hey Guys / Girls,

I live in Oxford, ride singe speed and would gladly join anyone for an evening or daytime ride now and then. So please keep this thread updated with what you're up to if fancy any company.

Cheers!