Tnrc 2012

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Is that what really happened to Damo? The badgers got him? We must avenge or fallen comrade.

So when are we going to kick this all off?

ok, protocol coming up and then I'm sure Des & Ben will post the first ride for 13th?

TNRC protocol

Just a few pointers to help the rides go smoothly. Thanks for reading and please contact me or post any additions edits etc. As you know the TNRC is not a club and relies even more so on it's riders skills, knowledge, manners etc than anthing else.

Equiptment

lights - These need to be proper night lights. Their purpose is to light up the road ahead not simply for you to be seen. Your front light needs to be strong and remember that if angled too far up will dazzle oncoming cars. Your city rear light should be sufficient. Too strong on the rear and you dazzle fellow riders. There are plenty of links on the TNRC threads but please don't hesitate to post asking for more if you need to.
spares -make sure you have spare tubes and batteries
Food - have whatever you need for 30 miles. Just because we are riding at night doesn't mean you need to bring along a supermarket with you. People do like to nibble on the trains home though.
Money - Have some. you may need to get home from outside london in a taxi if things go pear. It has happened before and it will happen again.
Maps - For your own safety know where you are and how to get home. I personally carry OS maps not print outs but each man makes his own choice. Maps help you and other riders if you get separated. Garmins are welcome. Ride leaders are always thankful for route input when they ask for it but find it distracting if everyone bombards them with helpful advice. Maps should not be used to race off the front independently.
phones - although there is often no coverage it is essential to be in touch. make sure you have some numbers on the ride (thinking of collecting all numbers in a databank for riders to have) especially the elders.
Shoes - make sure you are clipped in when it is wet and slippery

Etiquette

ride leaders / backstops - Not sure how you want to play it this year but the general gist of it is that leaders get pissed off when other riders shoot off the front stretching the ride and then making it more likely that people get lost etc. Backstops are the unsung heroes who often find themselves helping out the lost and the tired.

Trains - please make sure that you arrive in time to sort tickets. We board trains as soon as they are posted on the board to avoid last minute chaos with commuters. Please do not block doors etc. This often means being organised so we are two to a door etc (see individual ride info for this information).

shouts and hand signals - We do not recommend waving cars through for liability reasons. We do recommend shouting 'single up' to get riders in front over to the side so the car is past as soon as possible.

Messages - pass messages forwards or backwards clearly. In particular it is important to let people know if you are finding the pace too high or you need to stop for any reason. where possible, If you are struggling we will get you to the front and you can help set the pace (this works on flat sections)

This information is designed to help keep the TNRC enjoyable and successful. They are not intended to stop people from riding. Perhaps some people think that the TNRC is a group of elite riders that do not welcome newcomers. The TNRC welcomes everyone and started only two years ago with a handful of riders. The TNRC has experienced problems out there on the black top and knows what helps to make things run smoothly. It is not an elite bunch of riders but we do need to get back to train stations to catch trains so if you are unable to ride the distance in the time you will be stranded. Ask before you ride if you are not sure we will be happy to help.
The more riders who are familiar with the routes makes for a much easier ride. If you can, do the rides at the weekends in the daytime or on other evenings to get knowledge.
Although the TNRC goes out of its way to make sure nobody gets lost or stranded every individual is responsible for their own safety so be prepared.

I'm sure Des and Ben will update and edit any additional bits to that and they will have the final word on gears etc. See you out there soon

Des & Ben will post the first ride for 13th?

I would like that, a TNRC on my birthday in August, would bring champagne.

Sound about right for a group ride etiquette, can't wait for it to start.

Is that what really happened to Damo? The badgers got him? We must avenge or fallen comrade.

Nah. Damo has shunned the human race and now lives in a badger set off the A214 near Streatham Common with his newly adopted family.

On giro day he goes to the jobcentre, picks up his allowance and spends it all on wagon wheels and Sarah lee gateau from Iceland.

Thanks for this Clintsmoker. Useful summary. I'm hoping to join the group as often as possible this year.

The TNRC welcomes everyone and started only two years ago with a handful of riders. The TNRC has experienced problems out there on the black top and knows what helps to make things run smoothly.

^ this (although I think this is the fourth year no?)

Route up later this week (teasing begins)

TNRC Routes / Route / List / Maps / Searchable Metadata Blah:

Effingham 5 Hills - last train 23:24, 24 mile ride back to Central London* (BTCL)

Amersham - last train 22:56, 29 mile ride BTCL

Ingatestone - last train 23:03, 27 mile ride BTCL

Effingham Xmas Ride - last train 23:24, 24 mile ride BTCL

Welwyn Garden City

St Mary Cray - last train 00:14, 15 mile ride BTCL

Roydon - last train 23:43, 26 mile ride BTCL

Effingham Widowmaker - last train 23:24, 24 mile ride BTCL

Otford - last train 23:16, 24 mile ride BTCL

Whitstable - n/a

Potters Bar - last train 00:18, 16 mile ride BTCL

Chingford - last train 23:25, 15 mile ride BTCL

De Luxe - n/a, 20 mile ride BTCL

Hemel Hempstead - last train 00:38, 28 mile ride BTCL

Chingford Lea Valley - last train 23:25, 15 mile ride BTCL

*Trafalgar Square

lights, shoes and etiquette

i find these to be very helpful.

anyone know how to remove those embeds?

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Good work on the protocol post Tim, saved me a job today. Just about everything covered - check your tyres over beforehand, bring good front lights and be extra nice to people on trains. Would be good to get some now faces out there this year, so if you're undecided, put your name down and give it a go. All the rides are doable fixed, even by me, but there's usually a fixed/geared mix so whatever suits is fine. Kick off next Tuesday - Surrey Hills. List on the next post.

Surrey 5 hills Guinness warm-up 13/3/12
32 miles of ups and downs, Effingham Junction start/finish.
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good work des.

excited.

Surrey 5 hills Guinness warm-up 13/3/12
32 miles of ups and downs, Effingham Junction start/finish.
£5.30 with GS4. Waterloo 19.02 (and 19.09 if needed)
Trains back: 22.54/23.03/23.24.

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Surrey 5 hills Guinness warm-up 13/3/12
32 miles of ups and downs, Effingham Junction start/finish.
£5.30 with GS4. Waterloo 19.02 (and 19.09 if needed)
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32 miles of ups and downs, Effingham Junction start/finish.
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How do the ups and downs compare to, say, ROTFL?

Surrey 5 hills Guinness warm-up 13/3/12
32 miles of ups and downs, Effingham Junction start/finish.
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Trains back: 22.54/23.03/23.24.

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^ the climb up ranmore is horrible.
the rest is brilliant.