2013-04-07 The London Classic 2013

As far as the route goes I was a bit confused as we snaked through some bits in the East End/Rotherhithe but I guess this was to incorporate as many cobbles as possible. Maybe tell people in advance that the route might not be the most "direct" and to expect some switchbacks.

You've got it completely - if you were going to do a "direct" route, where would the fun in that be? ; )

As for the Now We Are 5 edition of The London Classic, I'd love to see a return of the finishers portraits. I loved those and I usually HATE having my photo taken. I guess getting a professional photographer and all the kit in is a bit of an extra hassle though...sure there's people in this forum who would be able to help.