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alisonbeech @Chappo2212 Me too. I don't like it!! I feel displaced at work and a bit zombied. Early night or 2 and something to focus on needed! Sep 13 2010, 19:51 |
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Jteam @Chappo2212 no still doughy look = not good! Wondering whether taking off knee support meant fluid just dropped down to ankles?? Sep 13 2010, 18:53 |
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@alisonbeech lol!found today very strange - not eating every 90mins. weight loss since 2 weeks b4 the ride = 5lbs Sep 13 2010, 17:38 |
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Have just succumbed to post-event hunger,missing Sarah's fabulous snack stops. Fortunately don't have any more change for vending machine. Sep 13 2010, 15:50 |
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caspianWoods @Joteam I think you are suffering from'Ambrose Ankle', be careful if it spreads to you calf and you chuff like an enraged stream train Sep 13 2010, 12:31 |
n1ckma Ravenous this morning. Feeling a little likea werewolf having to wait for darkness to fall... Sep 13 2010, 9:43 |
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n1ckma No weight lost during the ride - unsurprisingly given mountains of peanut better sarnies, malted loaves, cooked bfasts, & lasagnes consumed Sep 13 2010, 9:42 |
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Chappo2212 @Joteam hope the feet are starting to unswell?My big toes are totally numb! #Moneyspinners Sep 13 2010, 8:12 |
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alisonbeech Own bed after 9 nights away. Bliss. Night all #Moneyspinners Sep 12 2010, 22:13 |
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Joteam Should I be worried that my feet haveswollen and I gave no ankles since I stopped cycling?? Sep 12 2010, 20:22 |
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alisonbeech Guinness never tasted so good! Slea Head,Dingle peninsula - a magical place http://yfrog.com/2d9i3ej Sep 12 2010, 17:36 |
Chappo2212 #Moneyspinners. From the Atlantic ocean atdingle bay to cherry tree farm soft play with the kids. Oh the life of a moneyspinner!! Sep 12 2010, 16:24 |
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Joteam Just eaten huge pie MUST stop eating ascycling is now over! #moneyspinners Sep 12 2010, 14:11 |
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alisonbeech This weeks challenge will be not eating as if I'm burning off 3-4k calories a day as I was on #Moneyspinners ride! Sep 12 2010, 14:02 |
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alisonbeech On train to Ipswich at the end of#moneyspinners adventure. You're an amazing, lovely bunch of people! Well done us :) Sep 12 2010, 13:59 |
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alisonbeech @KRuddMP Good luck. Hard act to follow my lovely friend Stephen Smith ;) Sep 12 2010, 13:57 |
caspianWoods Am still stuck in Kilarney as I can't find ayellow arrow telling me where to go next. Sep 12 2010, 13:27 |
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cdbread As I slip back to my Alma Mater, I reflect with fondness and joy of the C2C challenge Live Strong Sep 12 2010, 12:45 |
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cdbread Sister Mary on Aer Lingus flight fromCork is walking up and down the aisle with a ruler We are bad passengers & must be taught a lesson Sep 12 2010, 10:32 |
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jeremynicholds Checked out of #MoneySpinners this morningand on way back home. Great week in some great company! Sep 12 2010, 5:47 |
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garyhm Night #Moneyspinners sleep well, thx toKillarney for a top night out Sep 12 2010, 1:55 |
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alisonbeech Wow!Sep 12 2010, 1:54 |
n1ckma Here we are on the edge of Dingle Bay. 23 milesto go to reach the farthest western point; our destination. Sep 11 2010, 9:55 |
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garyhm o this it, the final leg to dingle. Body tired, backpainful. Just 52 miles to go. Allez allez Sep 11 2010, 7:11 |
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jeremynicholds Well here we are. Just 52 miles to go tocomplete our east to west quest. Then back to Killarney for a guinessfest Sep 11 2010, 6:03 |
caspianWoods Very smart hotel for last push. Must stop walkingaround in lycra pants Sep 11 2010, 5:47 |
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alisonbeech So we've reached the final day! Dingle Bay,the Pelican is coming!! Sep 11 2010, 5:46 |
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cdbread What is better for Sadler sore Guinness or Muphys Sep 11 2010, 18:32 |
patrickwaldo Can't believe we are finished! Everyone ison a high!! Sep 11 2010, 18:22 |
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cdbread Pub 3 the speakeasy 8 guinesses 40 minsto dinner Sep 11 2010, 18:14 |
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cdbread In laurels singing pub 2 murphys, 4 guinesses,1 g&t 1 larger & Patrick is late Sep 11 2010, 17:43 |
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garyhm So that's it, 8 days, nearly 600 miles eastto west. Really enjoyed the cycling, dingle was magical and #Moneyspinners totally awesome Sep 11 2010, 14:40 |
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garyhm Inch bay, great snack stop. I want to comeback http://plixi.com/p/44520704 Sep 11 2010, 14:36 |
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garyhm What a beautiful day. We cycled 52 miles to dingle through some magical countryside with the sun shining most of the way. Feeling very lucky Sep 11 2010, 14:33 |
Chappo2212 The End! #moneyspinners http://yfrog.com/mwde8cj Sep 11 2010, 14:17 |
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jeremynicholds Done! http://plixi.com/p/44517166
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Joteam We did it!!!! Amazing end to an amazing week with amazing people!!! #moneyspinners Sep 11 2010, 14:09 |
n1ckma Beautiful warm water, perfect for a refreshing skinny dip after 920 kms in the saddle. God's own country. Sep 11 2010, 13:58 |
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Chappo2212 4 miles to go and it's too much for some! http://yfrog.com/mx6txmj Sep 11 2010, 12:31 |
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Chappo2212 Inch - great cafe & very generous people.Thank you to the wonderful people of Ireland x http://yfrog.com/0fww4rj Sep 11 2010, 12:30 |
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n1ckma Lunch overlooking Dingle Bay, at the end ofa great ride. After atlantic showers, we arrive to bright, if weak, sun. Sep 11 2010, 12:30 |
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caspianWoods 4 miles to go! From coast to coast - pelicans are the most Sep 11 2010, 12:26 |
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jeremynicholds Here at Stonehouse Restaurant, Slea Head,Dingle. Just four miles to go. Sep 11 2010, 11:26 |
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jeremynicholds Here at Inch some 25 miles in. Eighteenbefore lunch and then we do the last four together. Sep 11 2010, 11:24 |
patrickwaldo Thanks Gav. Just 52 miles to go but still a fewnasty hills! We are all tired but excited as we near the end! Sep 10 2010, 23:14 |
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alisonbeech Eyelids closing. And I did it! 94 mls dungarvanto killarney. 52 miles tomorrow to Dingle Bay and we're DONE!!! 584 mls in 8 days. Sorted! Sep 10 2010, 23:12 |
patrickwaldo 93 long miles today through Waterford, Cork,Tipperary and Kerry! Just 52 more to go tomorrow. We are all tired but excited as the end nears Sep 10 2010, 23:09 |
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garyhm @dooniskea any particular recommendationsin Killarney? Sep 10 2010, 21:55 |
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Joteam Only 52 miles tmrw and then we have done it!Lowestoft to Dingle in a week! #moneyspinners Sep 10 2010, 21:29 |
Chappo2212 #moneyspinners the pelican just prior to set off!Cheers to Iain cartlidge & Bharat at incisive for supporting! http://yfrog.com/83zmtfj Sep 10 2010, 18:52 |
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cdbread Found another pub also full of locals Walkedpassed Music shop, irresistible. Nearly bought a set of bagpipes At 1500 euros a bit beyond Sep 10 2010, 18:29 |
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cdbread Sod it I want to talk to someone Figure outif it is cooler to drink Guinness or Murphys Sep 10 2010, 18:06 |
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cdbread Better not talk I want to blend in Shame aboutmy bright orange tshirt Sep 10 2010, 18:05 |
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cdbread Only an hour till peleton roll call Shall I stayin this pub or discover a new one So many to choose from Sep 10 2010, 18:03 |
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cdbread Killarny has loads of pubs, many of which are a bittoursity however I found one where the locals are and I have broken my half pint rule Sep 10 2010, 18:02 |
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garyhm A 13 mile lead out to the finish was a bit much though! But, a great day and the weather was benign. Tomorrow dingle! Sep 10 2010, 17:44 |
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garyhm So we're in Killarney now which appears to be ajumping town! Quick 93 miles today in the "Ginger train", an 8 man well drilled peloton! Sep 10 2010, 17:42 |
n1ckma Such considerate drivers here in Eire. Friendly flashing and hoots of encouragement all the way today. Sep 10 2010, 17:15 |
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jeremynicholds Finished the penultimate day. Checked intothe swish Killarney Plaza hotel after a boneshaking 96 miles. Sep 10 2010, 17:04 |
n1ckma Great day flying along much of the day in along peleton, before a fast wriggle up and down dale into Killarney. Brilliant. Sep 10 2010, 16:47 |
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Chappo2212 Lunch, over 500 mls down now! Starting toget very sore! Sep 10 2010, 13:45 |
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jeremynicholds Here in Kanturk, Co. Cork. Really tasty lasagneat Bob's Bar. Only thirty miles to go now. Sep 10 2010, 13:00 |
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jeremynicholds @garyhm The #Moneyspinners pelicanhave departed, may the force be with you Sep 10 2010, 12:57 |
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garyhm @SOScycle hi, 93 miles today but workingtogether as a group so going well. Taper ur training ready for next week. We're u setting off from? Sep 10 2010, 12:50 |
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garyhm Lunch at bob's bar run by dan! Great lasagneand a fantastic reception from so many motorists. Thank you Ireland Sep 10 2010, 12:45 |
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garyhm First stop of day, we have a chain gang goingand the kms are falling away, next up the devil's finger! http://plixi.com/p/44290013 Sep 10 2010, 12:43 |
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jeremynicholds Here in Castletownroche. Very pleasant.Only fifty odd miles to go. http://plixi.com/p/44275537 Sep 10 2010, 10:31 |
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jeremynicholds First break around Lismore Castle. Lots ifchocolate brownie to pep for 'devil's finger' http://plixi.com/p/44266482 Sep 10 2010, 8:56 |
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garyhm The #Moneyspinners pelican have departed,may the force be with you Sep 10 2010, 6:53 |
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jeremynicholds Cereal bar, Porridge, bacon sandwich and a bit of fruit - bring it on! Sep 10 2010, 6:51 |
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garyhm @garyhm going to be a challenging day today,93 miles, probable head winds and a lumpy last 30 miles. But I know we'll all make it Sep 10 2010, 5:52 |
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Joteam Off to Killarney for 2nd to last day of#moneyspinners, a mere 93 miles, hoping no head wind - to sponsor us www.moneyspinners.org.uk Sep 10 2010, 5:10 |
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alisonbeech 3 scaries today! Brake cable came away in handgoing into wexford this morning, post van nearly took me out & I almost ran over live rat Sep 9 2010, 22:16 |
patrickwaldo Two days to go - every part of my body hurts. Looks like a 12 hour day tomorrow. 93 miles to Killarney with 30 miles of hills at the end! Sep 9 2010, 21:25 |
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jeremynicholds @caspianWoods I saw that also. Do youthink it was a treatment or an offer of exchange. Sep 9 2010, 21:11 |
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jeremynicholds Tomorrow looks 'fun'. Something like 8 hoursin the saddle with some challenging hills. But then we're almost there. Sep 9 2010, 20:57 |
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jeremynicholds Back in the land of Twitter having purchased new charger. A glorious day today crossing Ireland to Dungarvan. Beautiful coast roads. Sep 9 2010, 20:53 |
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cdbread How will I get the Hurley on plane?
Sep 9 2010, 20:13 |
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cdbread Mini pub crawl in Dungarvan. Did 4 pubs, halfa Guinness in each. Learnt the rules of Hurling from a barman from Donegal. I now own a Hurley Sep 9 2010, 20:13 |
caspianWoods Local pharmacy sign: 'Conkers - for your veins'. Might have to give it a go Sep 9 2010, 18:12 |
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Chappo2212 @Dodobike jack said u were walking like afrog! Cheers for doing the tough stretch mate and keeping the www.colleys.co.uk flag flying! Sep 9 2010, 18:01 |
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alisonbeech Beautiful views and lovely weather today.Over 65 miles but an early finish. Guinness tonight mmmm Sep 9 2010, 17:50 |
Chappo2212 Cheers to www.boolers.co.uk for sponsoring me today! http://yfrog.com/bdysmj Sep 9 2010, 17:32 |
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Chappo2212 Dungarvon - nice place, live music, great Guinness - 95 miles tomorrow - what a dilemma!! Sep 9 2010, 17:22 |
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patrickwaldo Lovely day today but hard to enjoy scenery withacute saddle sores! Sep 9 2010, 17:10 |
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Joteam @TSPRUK_Adam over 500 I think now!
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Joteam @crispinheath lovely breathtaking Coastalroad and Guinness is good too :) Sep 9 2010, 16:56 |
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cdbread In Dungarvan, 5 sports shops, 4 pharmacies, 3 jewellers and 53 bars Sep 9 2010, 16:50 |
caspianWoods As we stopped for breather, a man came out of his house to give us money as his mother was inside with cancer. Sep 9 2010, 16:27 |
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Joteam We cycled along the Irish coast really lovely.Gentleman stopped us & gave us money for macmillan as his Mum is dying of cancer vvv sad Sep 9 2010, 15:34 |
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garyhm Great cycling today, sunshine, great scenery,friendly people, not many cars and some great roads. Only downer is back is starting to hurt Sep 9 2010, 15:00 |
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garyhm @SOScycle just under 600 miles, wind been gooduntil today! First few days pretty flat, but hills coming thick and fast now. When do you go? Sep 9 2010, 14:50 |
n1ckma South Eastern coast absolutely beautiful.Silent sounds and shimmering strands. Lovely day if long at 71 miles before lunch. Sep 9 2010, 14:04 |
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Chappo2212 Fantastic views of the Celtic sea - think we'reon the naughty step for being slow! Whoops http://yfrog.com/5acfkrj Sep 9 2010, 12:33 |
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n1ckma First impression of Ireland is hedges along the roads lined with flushed fuscia. Lovely, unlike the road surfaces. Sep 9 2010, 10:13 |
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garyhm @SOScycle nice looking bikes, enjoy the trip. Currently doing Lowestoft to dingle over 8 days. May wind be behind you Sep 9 2010, 9:53 |
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garyhm First stop c 36 kms out of Wexford, we regrouphere before taking ferry across bay. Sat in sun, feeling v happy http://plixi.com/p/44076674 Sep 9 2010, 9:50 |
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garyhm Let the faffing commence http://plixi.com/p/44066551 Sep 9 2010, 7:53 |
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garyhm Morning in Wexford, beautiful weatherhttp://plixi.com/p/44066225 Sep 9 2010, 7:49 |
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garyhm Please help me raise money for Barnardo's by cycling nearly 600 miles from Lowestoft to Dingle http://bit.ly/bARtuF Sep 9 2010, 7:02 |
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Joteam @slowe1968 nope breakfast first then we go!Think I am putting on weight as eating cakes and pies to keep going...That's my excuse anyway :) Sep 9 2010, 5:51 |
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garyhm So it's day 6 and 62 miles to dungarven forlunch. Never cycled in Ireland before and I'm looking forward to it. Allez allez #Moneyspinners Sep 9 2010, 5:42 |
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Joteam 60 odd miles to lunch this am for #moneyspinners Sep 9 2010, 5:37 |
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Joteam We've called us lot at the back the pelican rather than the peleton and the pelican will flap again today!! #moneyspinners Sep 9 2010, 5:20 |
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Joteam @EamonnHolmes me!!!
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patrickwaldo In Wexford tonight after a brutal day in theWelsh Hills this morning. Hills ranged from 10% to 20% inclines -worse than the Tour De France Sep 8 2010, 22:45 |
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patrickwaldo Absolutely brutal today. Continuous hills for31 miles. Some were tougher than the Tour De France. In Wexford tonight with just 3 days to go Sep 8 2010, 22:40 |
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alisonbeech Aaagh...country #3!!! England and Walesare done...just Ireland to cross now! Sep 8 2010, 22:32 |
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alisonbeech Tired but happy - a tough but rewarding dayscycling. We set off across country #2 tomorrow #moneyspinners Sep 8 2010, 22:30 |
Chappo2212 Not sure what was hardest-this morningsrelentless hills, or, limiting it to 2 pints of Guinness tonight!? Sep 8 2010, 22:21 |
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Joteam #moneyspinners are now in Ireland and readyto ride from west coast to east in next 3 days!! Sep 8 2010, 21:34 |
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Joteam @david_ferguson congrats for tmrw!
Sep 8 2010, 21:29 |
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garyhm This evening's recovery drink! Glorious, absolutely glorious http://plixi.com/p/43979541 Sep 8 2010, 19:32 |
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garyhm Normal socks wet, no bike shop on boat but#Moneyspinners are resourceful! http://plixi.com/p/43959972 Sep 8 2010, 17:04 |
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garyhm Ireland ahoy, 13 miles to hotel! http://plixi.com/p/43958603 Sep 8 2010, 16:54 |
Chappo2212 @Shelter ferry en route to the Emerald Isle. 370 mls down, 210 to go. Domations going ok! http://yfrog.com/ngefnoj Sep 8 2010, 16:33 |
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ambrosemcginn Very wet and lumpy last section in Wales.Kipon ferry to Ireland. Home stretch next! Sep 8 2010, 15:53 |
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Chappo2212 @Cinderellalady ferry to the emerald isle - 2 countries down, 1 to go! How's you? Sep 8 2010, 15:42 |
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Chappo2212 Pie was a bit hot, but I'm sure there are funnier captions to be posted #moneyspinners http://yfrog.com/jy85dyj Sep 8 2010, 15:38 |
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alisonbeech What it's all about. Nice lady gave me £10 for Macmillan. Her husband died last year and Macmillan helped a lot. http://yfrog.com/jtygnjj Sep 8 2010, 15:26 |
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alisonbeech On the ferry to rosslare so 2 countries done and 1 to go. Very tough morning, lots of climbs and much rain. Sep 8 2010, 14:47 |
Chappo2212 Day 5 exit from Fishguard - thanks to Kevin Duffy & Mortgageforce, for sponsoring the Colleys contingent today! http://yfrog.com/bhzqtij Sep 8 2010, 14:19 |
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Chappo2212 Bye bye Wales - keep your hills and rain! Next stop, the Emerald Isle! http://yfrog.com/77sg7gj Sep 8 2010, 13:43 |
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Chappo2212 The 'spinners put back some of the lost calorieson board the ferry! http://yfrog.com/jw63205259j Sep 8 2010, 13:43 |
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garyhm Fishguard! http://plixi.com/p/43931398
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garyhm So we've Fishguard and we're about todepart for Ireland. Sun out now but been pretty wet today. Got lost this morning, with nick, oh well! Sep 8 2010, 13:27 |
n1ckma Back on track after extra 5 mile detour! First coast to coast completed. Next up taming the celtic tiger. Grrrrrr. Sep 8 2010, 12:32 |
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n1ckma Gary and I got lost first thing and climbed a killer 16 percent hill. Ouch! Killer. Sep 8 2010, 8:57 |
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caspianWoods Earlier start for the rear peleton, but the chat is strong within us Sep 8 2010, 6:45 |
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jeremynicholds Off to Ireland today. But 40 miles of up and down to get through first. What fun :-) Sep 8 2010, 6:20 |
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garyhm I wonder if my bar tape has dried out yet, probably not given how wet the Brecon beacons were. Sep 8 2010, 6:14 |
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garyhm So morning of day 5, it's dry in camarthen although my shoes damp. Feeling better this morning than I did last night. Thank goodness Sep 8 2010, 6:08 |
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garyhm @Lousieb all going strong although the miles arestarting to rack up and the hills are more frequent. Spirit is excellent, thanks 4 support Sep 8 2010, 6:04 |
n1ckma Red sky in morning, shepherds warning
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alisonbeech Early start. Hope sleep comes soon.
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Chappo2212 Derby-Camarthen 224 miles-car not bike, cheersto Russ again for the lift! Found most members of "le Pelican" in bar gathered around wine! Sep 7 2010, 22:09 |
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ambrosemcginn Ok, bit tardy on my tweets but now sorted. UK nearly done and Ireland beckons. 300+ mile complete - over half way - craic on! Sep 7 2010, 21:56 |
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patrickwaldo Today was bad but tomorrow is awful. 40 miles of hills to the ferry with 6 red climbs and 7 orange climbs!!! Sep 7 2010, 20:51 |
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Joteam So only 40 miles tmrw to ferry but when tour organiser only flashes the shape of the hills at you & says u won't be able to get a rythm omg Sep 7 2010, 19:59 |
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Joteam @thetimebank thanks for cider vvv kind tookpain away!! Sep 7 2010, 19:57 |
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garyhm Kinda losing count but I think this is number5 for today! Passed one in Bethlehem earlier http://plixi.com/p/437972762 Sep 7 2010, 16:41 |
n1ckma High moors of the Brecons gorgeous. Drenchedby lots of passing showers. See flickr photo 'it could be worse'. Actually it was great! Sep 7 2010, 15:32 |
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patrickwaldo Short day today but really tough climbup the Brecon Beacons before lunch. Neck and legs pretty sore tonight after the last two days! Sep 7 2010, 15:05 |
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garyhm Well, started in sunny intervals, tackled breacon beacons in a cold monsoon and we've rolled into camarthan in glorious sunshine. Ah Wales! Sep 7 2010, 15:02 |
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garyhm @TonyLangham reached camarthan this afternoon. Ferry to Ireland tomorrow, hoping for a smooth crossing Sep 7 2010, 14:58 |
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jeremynicholds Here at Camarthen. Nice and early finish. Juststarting to dry out. Sep 7 2010, 14:28 |
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jeremynicholds Here at Torbay Inn. Wet through but... well wet through really. Only seventeen to go though. Brecon Beacons were impressive though. Sep 7 2010, 14:01 |
n1ckma Twisting Welsh valleys of the Brecons very pretty. Car drivers less friendly round here! Sep 7 2010, 11:07 |
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n1ckma Problem with water proof cycle shoes is their ability to retain water! Cycled the last 15 miles yesterday in swimming pools Sep 7 2010, 9:49 |
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jeremynicholds Easy morning so far. Here in Brecon havinga well earned cappucino. Hard climb comes next. Sep 7 2010, 9:47 |
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garyhm Morning stop in breacon, just met dave who's cycling from Bridgend to Paisley to see his folks! Sep 7 2010, 9:46 |
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garyhm Beautiful morning in crickhowell http://plixi.com/p/43742932 Sep 7 2010, 7:37 |
caspianWoods sun is shining, rain moving to scotland, tubestrike in london - my luck cannot last Sep 7 2010, 7:32 |
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Chappo2212 Good luck today everyone - from theChapman noys http://yfrog.com/099qzsj Sep 7 2010, 7:29 |
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jeremynicholds Up Brecon Beacon today. Hopefully not too much rain. Looking forward to the six mile downhill. Sep 7 2010, 7:23 |
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garyhm A "modest" 60 miles today to camarthen, it's dry and the Brecon beacons beckon. Time for porridge! Sep 7 2010, 6:58 |
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garyhm @TonyLangham congratulations on reaching 21years and on building a great agency Sep 7 2010, 6:55 |
patrickwaldo Managed to survive yesterday though it took10.5 hours. Torrential rain in the afternoon with a one mile long hill after 85 miles! Sep 7 2010, 6:53 |
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alisonbeech Am delighted to hear that Aus Labor party hasfinally secured mandate to form minority govt. Well done Stephen! Congrats Julia & Kevin. Sep 7 2010, 6:46 |
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garyhm Shades of crickhowell ?!? RT @lambsimon: "LA GAZZETTA DELLA BICI: Passo di Gavia 1988 " http://j.mp/9s3WN1 Sep 7 2010, 5:46 |
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Joteam It's cruel I can have a lie in but wide awake! Up Brecon Beacon today. Sep 7 2010, 5:20 |
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garyhm @dooniskea and the drivers!
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garyhm Seen a lot of countryside in 3 days, flat Suffolk, huge skies in Cambs, rolling herts and bucks, gorgeous Cotswolds and today's green hills Sep 6 2010, 21:54 |
patrickwaldo 10.5 hours today! Long day, wet, windy and hilly. Last one was almost 2,000 pedals! Sep 6 2010, 21:49 |
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cdbread My oh my I got lost today. Silly me. Perhapsless listening to Salsa in the rain and more concentrating on the road is required Sep 6 2010, 21:37 |
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garyhm @Chappo2212 we'll be waiting for your return, enjoy tomorrow Sep 6 2010, 21:19 |
Chappo2212 Home safe & sound, great job Russ! Boy are mylegs missing that massage! Sep 6 2010, 21:12 |
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Joteam We did 95 miles today lots of rain vvv hard.Nothing in comparison to those battling cancer so plz support us www.moneyspinners.org.uk Sep 6 2010, 21:12 |
Chappo2212 @alisonbeech you deserve it, queen of the hillstoday! Taught me and me wareham a few lessons! Lol Sep 6 2010, 21:11 |
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alisonbeech Just eaten the biggest, nicest bread & butterpudding ever. Old Bear, Crickhowell Sep 6 2010, 20:52 |
Chappo2212 Not had 3G for 24hrs-aaargh! Pic of the paul's inshirts sponsored by Harvey Thorneycroft Ltd! Cheers all at HTL http://yfrog.com/f5nlyj Sep 6 2010, 19:38 |
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Chappo2212 @garyhm whippin picadilly my fav!
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Chappo2212 94 miles today, think I enjoyed the climbs?! Sadto leave the "spinners"'for a day but v happy to be going home for Stan's 1st day at school Sep 6 2010, 19:37 |
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garyhm Chillin listening to gomez, an all time fav. Herecomes tijuana lady Sep 6 2010, 18:37 |
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garyhm @dooniskea Ireland is sometime on Wednesdayafternoon. First night in Wexford, really looking forward to that bit, scenery should be fab Sep 6 2010, 18:32 |
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alisonbeech Wow that was tough! 94+ miles. Several climbsand torrential welsh rain (it's wetter than the english kind). Finally arrived at hotel. Yay! Sep 6 2010, 18:30 |
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garyhm Tougher day, 94 miles, lot more climbing includingsome choice long drags & heavy rain for last hour. Every #Moneyspinner a superhero today Sep 6 2010, 17:36 |
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garyhm Arrived in the bear, crickhowell 2 great welcome& ace service. Really appreciated bags being carried to room as I walked about dripping wet Sep 6 2010, 17:26 |
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garyhm Wales, before it started raining, looked particularlybeautiful. And then the rain kicked in, biblical rain! Sep 6 2010, 17:22 |
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garyhm Three guys in Wales after the climb!http://plixi.com/p/43636054 Sep 6 2010, 17:18 |
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jeremynicholds Arrived in Crickhowell. The longest day. Veryvery wet. Sep 6 2010, 17:02 |
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jeremynicholds 78 miles in so only 17 to go. Long day.
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n1ckma Rain forecast for this after noon, but who cares?We'll be in crickhowell in deepest wales in 4 hours. Sep 6 2010, 13:27 |
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cdbread Big thx to Damian from timebank for the ciderand perry at our lunch stop in Newent. Treats of the region Sep 6 2010, 12:51 |
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garyhm Forecast was rain, but sat in sun eating v finesausage and mash! Day shaping up rather nicely! legs feeling really good but back tight Sep 6 2010, 12:37 |
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jeremynicholds Lunchtime in Newent - the cross point for theLands End to JO'G last year. Sausage and mash in the George - yummy! Sep 6 2010, 12:33 |
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jeremynicholds It's all glamour this ride! 38 miles in. Hoping tomake lunch before the rain sets in. http://plixi.com/p/43593412 Sep 6 2010, 11:04 |
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garyhm First stop of day about 25 miles in, bourton onwater v v picturesque http://plixi.com/p/43585738 Sep 6 2010, 9:28 |
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jeremynicholds Lovely ride this morning. First stop at Bourton onthe Water, 22 miles. http://plixi.com/p/43584923 Sep 6 2010, 9:17 |
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jeremynicholds Eynsham Hall @ 8.10 am.http://plixi.com/p/43575010 Sep 6 2010, 7:13 |
ATMoneySpinners Start of day 3! Beautiful morning but heavy rainand gale-force winds expected later. Longest and toughest day so far, but everyone very ... Sep 6 2010, 7:00 |
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patrickwaldo Looks like 10-12 hours of cycling today withtorrential rain due from lunch! Today is about survival! Sep 6 2010, 6:48 |
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jeremynicholds Day three : rain ahead .. Lots of it ! Oh well.
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alisonbeech Ready for day 3. If right calf gets any tighter I'llbe doing Darcey Bussell en pointe to brekkie! Stretching, breakfast, 94 miles to go! Sep 6 2010, 5:47 |
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Joteam Day 3 of #moneyspinners today longest daytoday. Helps cycling with such lovely people! Sep 6 2010, 5:46 |
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alisonbeech Garmin, after a 24 hour rest, has decided to workagain! Night all & may our cycling legs wake strong & hearts brave Sep 5 2010, 21:54 |
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garyhm Night world, time for sleep, beautiful sleep.Sweet dreams everyone Sep 5 2010, 21:32 |
patrickwaldo The words of the REM song Everybody Hurtscome to mind though I would replace Body with Thing!! Aagh!!! Sep 5 2010, 20:58 |
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caspianWoods Follow cyclist: "gosh, if your bike makes it, youshould write to the manufacturers and tell them!" Sep 5 2010, 20:37 |
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garyhm @dooniskea it was, even had a duck pond! Onlyspoilt by coach running engine as it picked up the local brass band! Bizzare from both sides Sep 5 2010, 18:15 |
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garyhm Twitter's amazing, last night I got a responsetelling me how I could cycle like a pro, tonight I'm getting help on protein shakes! Thanks Sep 5 2010, 18:13 |
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garyhm @listentolucy great article, most reactive customerservice tweets are sent to "influential" users with, as you say, lots of followers Sep 5 2010, 18:09 |
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cdbread today 9,000 miles, Cotswolds, Brecon Beaconsand the Andes tomorrow Sep 5 2010, 17:24 |
n1ckma 90 miles done today, tomorrow is longest dayat 94. Sep 5 2010, 17:21 |
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n1ckma superb physios with us on the tour, managingthe back brilliantly. Sep 5 2010, 17:18 |
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alisonbeech That'll be the wishful thinking low blood sugarbrain deadness. End of day 2, not 3!! Doh!! Sep 5 2010, 16:58 |
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alisonbeech Arrived Oxford at end day 3. Nearly 180 milesdone. Only another 400 or so to go! Feeling ok tomorrow longest day @ 94 miles. Gonna hurt! Sep 5 2010, 16:56 |
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garyhm Settled in comfortably after day 2, better pmthan am, must be the lasagne. Top massage from bas, lots of stretching, protein shake. Sorted! Sep 5 2010, 16:49 |
Chappo2212 Day 2 done - stretch, stretch, stretch!
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jpflew Another good day but hard work. Lucky withthe weather so far but forecast not great for next day or two Sep 5 2010, 16:23 |
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patrickwaldo Just finished. On road since 8.30 this morning.Extra three miles for taking the wrong turn!! Sep 5 2010, 16:08 |
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jeremynicholds One detour, one tumble Day 2 complete. Hereat the rather grand Eynsham Hall. Watch and learn Lowestoft. Sep 5 2010, 15:37 |
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jeremynicholds Here in Oddington - nice little village inOxfordshire. Only 14 miles to go. Eynsham Hall - sauna and swimming pool await. Sep 5 2010, 15:34 |
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garyhm Hold the front page, AT first in for lunch!!
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n1ckma 55 miles this morning. First showers of the trip,after all, this is England! Oxford is 33 miles away. Sep 5 2010, 12:50 |
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jeremynicholds 56 miles in ... or 63 for me since I missed a turn ...Lasagne never tasted so good! Sep 5 2010, 12:35 |
Chappo2212 Toddington duck pond - idyllic! 16 miles tolasagne! http://yfrog.com/j92t3lj Sep 5 2010, 11:02 |
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garyhm Toddington, seldom has it been so welcoming http://plixi.com/p/43407879
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garyhm Patrick on a Merckx or is it eddie on a Waldo?!? http://plixi.com/p/43407773
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garyhm Toddington already but tougher today due tocold, hills and a bit if fatigue. Lunch in 16 miles and it's lasagne! Sep 5 2010, 10:42 |
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jeremynicholds Just crossed M1 and stopped at ToddingtonServices (Classic Tours operated). Had first real hill this section. http://plixi.com/p/43405635 Sep 5 2010, 10:26 |
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garyhm Arrived at stop1 and people are setting off againalready! Allez allez Sep 5 2010, 9:19 |
Chappo2212 22 miles - bagels!
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jeremynicholds First stop of the day, Biggleswade 22 miles. Bitwindy but felt pretty good. Sep 5 2010, 9:08 |
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garyhm Morning has broken in Cambridge, here's hopinglegs not broken too. Unusual preparation this morning, no porridge!!aghh Sep 5 2010, 7:21 |
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jeremynicholds Bye bye Cambridge...http://plixi.com/p/43385058 Sep 5 2010, 7:10 |
Chappo2212 Day 2:breakfast unrecognisably good vs y'day.Legs not too bed, but then I'm not on the bike yet! 89 today Sep 5 2010, 7:04 |
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Joteam @crispinheath ummmm legs stiff so hoping theyloosen up! We rode faster ytdy than ever have 16.5mph on avg so need to pace myself! Sep 5 2010, 6:14 |
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jeremynicholds Day 2 awaits : a few aches but otherwise good.89 miles today with a few more hills. Sep 5 2010, 6:11 |
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alisonbeech My Garmin has died :(
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Joteam Today's ride Cambridge to Oxford 90 miles today#moneyspinners Sep 5 2010, 5:42 |
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garyhm Thank you good pedestrians of Suffolk andcambridge for waving at us cycling. Thanks to some drivers too, but not all! U know who u r! Sep 4 2010, 21:11 |
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garyhm @1952panhead doing ok so far thanks
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patrickwaldo Well done on the rugby and enjoy the film. I willbe going to bed in about half an hour! Sep 4 2010, 19:56 |
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ATMoneySpinners Brilliant first day. Flat first 50 miles, a few gentlehills and into Cambridge by 4.30. Enjoying a guinness over dinner Sep 4 2010, 18:42 |
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patrickwaldo @GavanWaldron Thanks Gavan - pretty tired andtomorrow is an extra 10 miles!! Sep 4 2010, 17:41 |
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garyhm Proof that nick is faster than a jet fighter!http://plixi.com/p/43248342 Sep 4 2010, 17:19 |
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garyhm Great performances from first time#Moneyspinners, everyone looked strong and focused and we're so much more compact than last year, fab day Sep 4 2010, 17:05 |
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garyhm So that's day 1! Perfect weather, rolling roads,great company and legs felt very strong. Enjoying it more than last year. I love cycling! Sep 4 2010, 16:58 |
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cdbread After 85 miles of cycling I notice I still havedimples on my b*m. Not sure it would be proper to ask the Angels to massage them out. Sep 4 2010, 16:57 |
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jeremynicholds Paul Pester : all style!http://plixi.com/p/43239589 Sep 4 2010, 16:29 |
Chappo2212 Day 1, 85 miles, no sign of the bike dinosauryet-megasaurarse! Massage booked for 620pm-think I could get used to this cycling lark! Sep 4 2010, 16:21 |
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alisonbeech Enjoying bath in hotel in Cambridge - 84 ish miles,3k+ calories burned, 5h 45 in saddle. Feeling good so far! Sep 4 2010, 16:19 |
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jeremynicholds Finished day 1. 85 miles. A good workout. Teamlooking good so far. Sep 4 2010, 16:05 |
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jeremynicholds Bikes 1, 2, 3 @ 70 miles. Though Bike 1 (Gary) issomewhat further ahead! Sep 4 2010, 16:04 |
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Joteam Day one done now in Cambridge lovely route nottooo many hills and lots of cake:) Sep 4 2010, 15:54 |
patrickwaldo Day 1 finished. Legs ache, bum aches, shouldersache, feet ache and today was supposed to be the easiest day!! Sep 4 2010, 15:43 |
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n1ckma Forgot how much road kill you get to see cyclingacross england Sep 4 2010, 14:23 |
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Joteam We have done 71 miles we are twaving!!!( that is a mass tweet btw!) Sep 4 2010, 14:22 |
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garyhm Final snack stop at about 70 miles, feeling good,everyone else looking good too. We are looking compact today Sep 4 2010, 14:20 |
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garyhm 4 post offices passed, 55 miles done, lovely pace,great views and now time for lunch, heavenly! Sep 4 2010, 12:15 |
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jeremynicholds Hard cycling deserves hard massage!
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alisonbeech Lunch stop. 55 miles done. Feeling good :)
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jeremynicholds The race to lunch (ie. The masseuses). 56 milesdown. Pretty fast pace (20mph). Sep 4 2010, 11:50 |
Chappo2212 Bib shorts and the call of nature - not a goodcombination! 37 miles down Sep 4 2010, 10:33 |
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garyhm Snack stop 2 at 36 miles just over 2 hours, weare flying. Time for peanut butter and jam sandwich http://plixi.com/p/43186604 Sep 4 2010, 10:16 |
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jeremynicholds 39 miles in - time for a snackhttp://plixi.com/p/43186434 Sep 4 2010, 10:14 |
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garyhm Beautiful morning, good to leave Lowestoft! First20 miles down, sunny, rolling roads, glorious !!! Sep 4 2010, 10:11 |
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jeremynicholds 18 miles in - nice and easy to start -getting somejet propulsion for the remainder of the ride http://plixi.com/p/43179280 Sep 4 2010, 9:06 |
caspianWoods The faffing has commenced!
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jeremynicholds Up early and raring to go after a somewhatbroken nights sleep next to ironically named Hush Hush nightclub! http://plixi.com/p/43159595 Sep 4 2010, 6:19 |
Chappo2212 @Ianjamespoulter good luck to your Ma. juststarting 580 mile cycle over Eng, Wales & Ireland, for cancer support www.moneyspinners.org.uk Sep 4 2010, 6:10 |
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Joteam Up and getting ready for 90 mile bike ride 1st dayof #moneyspinners today! We r in Lowestoft and hopefully ok weather! Sep 4 2010, 5:14 |
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garyhm Woken up by posse of east Anglian pigeonscamped by my window, why me?!?! Why can't they go to the yate's that kept me awake last night!?! Sep 4 2010, 5:00 |
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garyhm Lolling forward to tomorrows ride, and with faffing done then sleep beckons. Night world Sep 3 2010, 22:30 |
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garyhm Jedi cyclists often do this ! RT @alisonbeech:Wish I could levitate for sleeping so I don't have to be in contact with mattress Sep 3 2010, 22:28 |
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alisonbeech Yucky yucky yucky hotel. Trying not touchanything. Wish I could levitate for sleeping so I don't have to be in contact with mattress Sep 3 2010, 21:53 |
Chappo2212 OMG - ex HBOS employee Rachel Reeves onNewsnight espousing views on taxing banks! lol Sep 3 2010, 21:43 |
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Chappo2212 Found dead cat in hotel room, obviously didn'tsurvive attempt to prove if indeed was room to swing it!! Great to meet everyone & ready 2go Sep 3 2010, 21:41 |
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jeremynicholds All set now. Tour briefing mentioned sunshineand tailwinds. How good is that? Sep 3 2010, 21:34 |
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garyhm Arrived in Lowestoft, doubt I'll be coming backagain! On plus side just met a really nice bunch to cycle with http://plixi.com/p/43075144 Sep 3 2010, 21:29 |
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cdbread Peleton eating fish & chips with lashings of bread& butter Sep 3 2010, 19:40 |
Chappo2212 @garyhm here and just attempting to decantstuff into day bags etc! Will be in bar area for 730ish Sep 3 2010, 18:00 |
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cdbread Sitting in a curry house in lowestoft Pre ride carbloading with possibility of extra propulsion tmrw Sep 3 2010, 17:57 |
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garyhm @alisonbeech outstanding! it's a better journeythan last year to lands end, that seemed to take all day! Sep 3 2010, 17:36 |
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alisonbeech @garyhm Just pulling into station at Lowestoft :)
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garyhm Read fignon's "when we were young and carefree" over summer, good read and brought back memories of 1980s. Dying at 50 is desperately early Sep 3 2010, 17:20 |
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garyhm So #Moneyspinners, who has arrived in Lowestoftand who's travelling? I'm hoping to be there 4 8pm. Hope bike's made it already?!? Sep 3 2010, 17:16 |
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garyhm @Chappo2212 what no bunting for us! Surelysome mistake! Sep 3 2010, 17:13 |
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jeremynicholds On route to Lowestoft. Big ride begins tomorrow.Good to see that the Evening Standard are behind us. http://tweetphoto.com/43035285 Sep 3 2010, 17:03 |
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cdbread On the train K alerts me I have the wrong dayflight booked from Cork Big thx to Lu for remidial action Big hugs to K for being alert Sep 3 2010, 16:39 |
Chappo2212 Lowestoft - the most easterly point in England.All inland from here until Fishguard! http://yfrog.com/mt720ej Sep 3 2010, 16:37 |
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alisonbeech On train to Lowestoft with bike, the luggage andhundreds of people and bikes! Loving that my bike has its own ticket. Sep 3 2010, 16:12 |
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garyhm An 8 day cycle ride of nearly 600 miles starts witha boris bike to Liverpool st! I'm on my way to Lowestoft! Sep 3 2010, 16:10 |
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Joteam @MargaretBurnsid we start off at 8am!! :)
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garyhm @ambrosemcginn cu there tonight big man!
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garyhm @limewoodhotel thanks for a wonderful weekendover the bank holiday, fantastic setting, great food, wonderful service Sep 3 2010, 12:13 |
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garyhm @1ookmumnohands thanks for a totally briliantcycle service this week I'm all set for east to west for barnardo's - Gary glider! Sep 3 2010, 12:11 |
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garyhm @alisonbeech your training will pay dividends,get in the zone, cycle at your pace. There's nothing hilly till day 3 Sep 3 2010, 11:39 |
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garyhm @Chappo2212 honestly it looks fine, justremember pain is temporary, giving in lasts forever! Sep 3 2010, 11:36 |
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garyhm @n1ckma it's much easier than last year, scalecan hide short climbs, but nothing above 2% until day 3 with some 4% and 3.5kft climbing! Sep 3 2010, 11:34 |
ambrosemcginn Bunch of work stuff to finish and then packingand then get to lowestoft....MMmm planning not so great Sep 3 2010, 8:08 |
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Chappo2212 Bikes precariously attached to car! What ain't in,ain't coming - unless they sell it in Lowestoft!? Sep 3 2010, 7:28 |
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Chappo2212 Bike helmet, shoes, kit for 7 days, medical suppliesand clothes for evening, into small bag?! Errr ... Doesn't work! Sep 3 2010, 6:59 |
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alisonbeech Trouble sleeping so researched the hotels on ourtrip. Delighted that several have pools and a couple have a spa. Bliss :) Sep 3 2010, 0:03 |
Chappo2212 Packing too hard, postponed until morning.Picked shirts up, look good, cheers Griz. Check out www.pro4sport.co.uk Sep 2 2010, 22:57 |
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cdbread Rucksack loaded, belly full, bike serviced andpolished, ready to roll Sep 2 2010, 20:32 |
caspianWoods Trying to resist shiny kit syndrome
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alisonbeech OMG this is seriously complicated packing! Bikestuff. Evening stuff. Mending/comforting body stuff. Pamper stuff. Into a smallish bag. Mmm Sep 2 2010, 19:49 |
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Joteam @MargaretBurnsid thanks so much x
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alisonbeech Instead of just getting on with everything I needto do I'm faffing about wondering where to start!! Sep 2 2010, 18:13 |
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alisonbeech @garyhm If you're saying OMG then I'm seriouslyworried!!!! Sep 2 2010, 18:11 |
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jeremynicholds Bike ready, kit ready, body ready as it'll ever be ...and blue sky overhead ... Let's get riding! Sep 2 2010, 17:56 |
Chappo2212 @garyhm wishing I'd not read your tweet!
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n1ckma @garyhm How tasty? Any 10+ percenters? Not til day 3 right? Sep 2 2010, 17:18 |
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n1ckma Dropped bike and toothbrush off at Metrobankthis PM. Opened an a/c whilst at it. Nice people. Everyone should have one ;-) Sep 2 2010, 17:17 |
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patrickwaldo Just over 36 hours to go to the start and thenerves are really kicking in!! Sep 2 2010, 16:54 |
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garyhm I've finished reviewing the Moneyspinners Eastto West ride on Mapmyride.com, 8 days, nearly 600 miles and some tasty climbs. OMG! Sep 2 2010, 15:37 |
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garyhm Currently readinghttp://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/garyhm who's raising money for Barnardo's by cycling from Lowestoft to Dingle! Sep 2 2010, 15:34 |
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garyhm @nickipiercy outstanding!!!
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garyhm RT @nickipiercy: quaaaaaaaaackers!http://yfrog.com/7hpz6tj Sep 2 2010, 15:06 |
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garyhm Personally I think it's time to get behind almunia,arsenal's no1. He's a guy looking for form and support, we've all been there. Sep 2 2010, 13:35 |
n1ckma Fortis just sponsored Patrick & Moneyspinners?500. Patrick is starting to look like he's going to be worth a few bob - look after him! Sep 2 2010, 13:16 |
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caspianWoods Just about to set-off on the Coast to Coast cyclechallenge: http://lnkd.in/aZb9sA Sep 2 2010, 12:14 |
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caspianWoods Half way to sponsor target - nothing like adeadline: www.justgiving.com/Caspian-Woods Sep 2 2010, 12:11 |
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cdbread the air is still, sky is calm, high pressure systemsitting over the UK, lull before the storm for next week Sep 2 2010, 6:20 |
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alisonbeech @garyhm Wow it looks amazing, we need someof that but how to get it in time?!?! Sep 1 2010, 23:42 |
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garyhm @n1ckma now that's what I call carbo loading!
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garyhm Bike serviced, cleaned and new bar tape fitted.We are locked and loaded! Sep 1 2010, 22:47 |
Chappo2212 Weird day,all of a sudden 4pm & no lunch- v bigdinner (tea if you're from derby) to compensate. Spent even more cash in bike shop! Sep 1 2010, 21:46 |
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Chappo2212 @alisonbeech who's your other charity?
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cdbread Endless roads of tarmac are on my mind, thepeleton miles ahead, I am left behind with the recovery vehicle, my thoughts & wind in my "hair" Sep 1 2010, 19:08 |
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Joteam Why isn't Twitter working?
Sep 1 2010, 18:32 |
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cdbread New mech on bike - hopefully I can stay onbeastie whilst having to change gears. Havant to Lowestoft via Liverpool St and Norwich - yum Sep 1 2010, 16:02 |
n1ckma @garyhm Had fifth helpings of Isabelle's Clafoutisyesterday - ouf - does that count as carbo loading? Sep 1 2010, 9:02 |
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Chappo2212 Just pulled into car park at Preston, can see Paulwareham's bike on the back of his car, looks very shiny and unused! Sep 1 2010, 7:15 |
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garyhm Monster spin session tonight, felt strong, silkysmooth and pumped at close. With 3 days 2 go, focus now on stretching and carbo loading! Aug 31 2010, 23:08 |
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Joteam 4 nights sleep until we start the big bike ridehttp://bit.ly/dkZXOJ - training on new wheels was faster this wkend but wind was not good Aug 31 2010, 17:51 |
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garyhm Sad to hear of the death of Laurent Fignon, Iadored his combative challenging approach to cycling and recall with fondness his victories Aug 31 2010, 12:39 |
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garyhm Any one out there stock la gazzetta della biciRosso oil? Sounds like a great product for post ride recovery? Aug 31 2010, 12:37 |
n1ckma Donations flying in this morning - brilliant! PlusJeremy has wrapped up lots of corporate shirt sponsorship, which we'll add in this week. Aug 31 2010, 10:55 |
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garyhm Couldn't resist another quick spin this morningon a beautiful crisp sunny morning! Arm earners essential though, now it's breakfast time! Aug 31 2010, 7:29 |
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garyhm @Chappo2212 cleats if you've got used to them,toe clips otherwise Aug 30 2010, 21:25 |
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garyhm Spotted whilst driving into town; AT on his bikearound regents park. Good to see Aug 30 2010, 13:54 |
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garyhm Last session today b4 east 2 west, intervalsaround park, windy but got 42 kms in. Let's hope my endurance is waiting to be rediscovered! Aug 30 2010, 13:53 |
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garyhm #scotlandsbraw lochs, lassies, mull, cinema intrucks, ferries and langavulin Aug 29 2010, 22:16 |
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garyhm So, 7 days to go before 8 days cycling fromLowestoft to dingle. Don't feel as ready as last year but the milage is less. I guess we'll see Aug 28 2010, 15:27 |
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garyhm @alisonbeech it creeps up on you and thatreminds us how time can slip through our hands. Train hard this weekend, then taper, and eat well Aug 28 2010, 14:58 |
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garyhm Today so far: fab breakfast; 100kms on smoothrolling roads thru new forest interupted by ponies and donkeys; away win; now sat in sun Aug 28 2010, 14:56 |
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garyhm Spending weekend in the new forest with AMfeeling very loved up! Weather is beautiful and the hotel is rather special. Life is good! Aug 28 2010, 14:50 |
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garyhm @1ookmumnohands, Hi it's gary glider! Can bringbike in for service and new bar tape ( I have the tape!) on Tuesday? Aug 27 2010, 21:27 |
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garyhm @dooniskea looks very refreshing!
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garyhm @n1ckma get better and get stronger soon bigman Aug 27 2010, 21:17 |
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garyhm @alisonbeech great tweet, enjoy weekendstraining, cu next week and good luck Aug 27 2010, 21:12 |
n1ckma Did I spot John Flew with a snazzy new bike?Must be good if it's an upgrade on last year's Condor Titanium... Aug 27 2010, 14:51 |
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n1ckma Lower back problem recurring, so no more cyclingfor me til 4th Sept to try and heal it in time. Aug 27 2010, 14:49 |
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jeremynicholds Who stole summer ?!
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garyhm @1000_challenge well done chris and team,sounds like an incredible acheivement Aug 26 2010, 22:18 |
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garyhm Next time I'll take the shoe covers with me!Crap weather Aug 26 2010, 19:46 |
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garyhm Weather rubbish, but time to get on bike and dosome intervals around regents park. Is it sissy to wear shoe covers in august?!?! Aug 26 2010, 17:36 |
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garyhm Spin on tuesday was monster, good to get backin the groove again after a while away out on the road. Great music too Aug 26 2010, 17:34 |
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jeremynicholds Back from hols and back on Brompton. Race bikein for pre-ride service. Not done long ride for 3 weeks now so think I'll struggle early on. Aug 25 2010, 22:02 |
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garyhm @Chappo2212 looking forward to cycling with youin about 10 days time. Good luck with the final days training Aug 25 2010, 17:35 |
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garyhm Off to spin class 4 first time in a while, lookingforward to it and to find out if training paying off! Only 11 days till east to west! Aug 24 2010, 17:38 |
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garyhm Beautiful morning in London after yesterdaysbiblical rain. Life is good Aug 24 2010, 7:04 |
n1ckma Theo, Theo, Theo!
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n1ckma 84kms this morning with Les Rouleurs de Lit etMixe. 3 1/4 hours in a compact peloton of 12 clubbable riders. Tight lantern rouge bien sur. Aug 12 2010, 10:37 |
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jeremynicholds @iansolley @jeremynicholds east of England towest of Ireland ...900km for ' cherity' Need to perfect the snorkel for crossing irish sea! Aug 11 2010, 15:41 |
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jeremynicholds Another day of hard training for the big ride.Practicing my breathing techniques with a snorkel. Aug 11 2010, 14:41 |
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jeremynicholds Off to explore the rain forest today!
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n1ckma 60km, 90 km rides this wk to test the damagedback - which can't cope with the longer distance yet. Ouch! Shame, but at least there's hope. Aug 8 2010, 8:14 |
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jpflew Go
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jpflew Training regularly for Moneyspinners East to Westtrip in September but usually end up in the pub. Is this a good thing? Aug 4 2010, 7:21 |
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caspianWoods Nervously checking how much training fellowMoneySpinners have been putting in Aug 3 2010, 18:58 |
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n1ckma @garyhm yes, might have to wait til next weekfor the Tourmalet...haha. Osteopath tomorrow morning. His name is Moises, French for Moses! Jul 26 2010, 21:40 |
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n1ckma First ride in a month yesterday following pulledlower back. Just 20 kms before it stiffened up completely. Fingers x ed for the days ahead. Jul 26 2010, 18:07 |
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ATMoneySpinners So, after Le Jog it's east to west! Lookingforward to it. Had my first long training ride with GH-M on Saturday. Bit of work to do... Jul 14 2010, 15:40 |
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n1ckma Good luck on L'Etape du Tour in the Pyreneesthis weekend Gary! Jul 14 2010, 11:03 |
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n1ckma Banks Wriggle On Hook Of Basle IIIhttp://bit.ly/9074oW Jun 12 2010, 8:10 |
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n1ckma Customer Management Truckshttp://bit.ly/9ULhVs Jun 7 2010, 20:24 |
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n1ckma @garyhm Reminded me that East to West won'tbe any picnic! Jun 7 2010, 8:23 |
















