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ROUTE PLAN CONFIRMATION; PLEASE RESPOND VIA PM
OK folks, the event is getting closer, and I want to ensure that logistics do not cause us to fail in our splended endeavour.
We are looking to start from Tooting Broadway at 4am. We could go for 4:30, but all we need is a couple of puntures and a shredded tyre, to make the run in to Oxford a stressful time trial.
In terms of collecting the crew, I am thinking of heading up Garratt Lane, and meeting the East and North crew in Wandsworth. However, if we need to go further up towards Shepherds Bush, this could be an option.
The next main meet up point I am looking at is Ealing, another meeting point yet to be decided, and then on to Wattlington, where we will gather the "local people" for the ride into town.
I am nervous about a loose and easy "meet us on the way" plan, as the chances of missing someone is greatly amplified. Also, we really cannot afford to be waiting for people, and I am hoping everyone can be at a designated meet point at least 5 minutes before departure time.
I will await comments over the next three days, and then go with a final version, but as a taster, and indicator of when you need to set the alarm clock
4:00 Tooting Broadway
4:20 Arndale Centre, Wandsworth
5:15 Ealing train station.
? ? Maidenhead/Marlow meeting point
7:50 Wattlington cafe.
9:00 Park Road/Keeble Street for FOB bike park and start of the race.
So, can everyone come back and confirm that you are definitely on for the race? In reality, you will need an early night on Friday as well as Saturday night, so you are in top shape for the rigours of the day.