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Offline Mosin

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A7 on the A7
« on: 19.06. 2019 21:39 »
Just for a bit of a laugh, I am thinking of riding my A7 (bike) the entire length of the A7 (road) this weekend, starting in Carlisle and riding to Edinburgh and back. It is 92 miles each way, but just to keep it leisurely I think that I will do it over two days. If any other forum members fancy tagging along for all, or some, of the journey please feel free to drop me a PM.

(Obviously this is more likely to appeal to UK based forum members, but everyone is invited)!

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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #1 on: 19.06. 2019 22:17 »
Good road, weather forecast is good too. Unfortunately I'll be busy out with the Pipe Band at the Peebles Beltane Festival - just a few miles out of earshot from the A7.
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #2 on: 19.06. 2019 23:14 »
That would be enjoyable, if the weather is OK, but I'm really too far away to make it. I hope you enjoy the rides.
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #3 on: 20.06. 2019 08:54 »
Sounds better than doing the A10.
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #4 on: 20.06. 2019 09:31 »
Once rode the A5 end to end on the A10. London in the rush hour - never again!
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #5 on: 20.06. 2019 20:46 »
Quote from: cyclobutch on 20.06. 2019 08:54
Sounds better than doing the A10.

And it certainly makes me very glad that I didn't buy an M20!
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #6 on: 20.06. 2019 20:57 »
Quote from: Black Sheep on 20.06. 2019 09:31
Once rode the A5 end to end on the A10. London in the rush hour - never again!
An A5...? That should be the extremely rare 325cc model then. *dunno* *smile* *smile*
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #7 on: 20.06. 2019 22:37 »
Quote from: morris on 20.06. 2019 20:57
Quote from: Black Sheep on 20.06. 2019 09:31
Once rode the A5 end to end on the A10. London in the rush hour - never again!
An A5...? That should be the extremely rare 325cc model then. *dunno* *smile* *smile*
Don't forget the A4 that was exactly twice the size of the A5.
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #8 on: 21.06. 2019 00:38 »
QUOTE :   It is 92 miles each way, but just to keep it leisurely I think that I will do it over two days.  *eek*
 *dunno* Surely you could just about WALK it in 2 days ?  *doh*
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #9 on: 21.06. 2019 12:14 »
Quote from: WozzA on 21.06. 2019 00:38
QUOTE :   It is 92 miles each way, but just to keep it leisurely I think that I will do it over two days.  *eek*
 *dunno* Surely you could just about WALK it in 2 days ?  *doh*

Assuming that I walked solidly for ten hours per day, I would have to maintain a steady walking speed of 9.2mph over the two days in order to cover the 184 miles in 20 hours. I know that you antipodean types are keen on exaggerating your fitness levels, but for us mere mortals, that is a bit ambitious. I think I will stick to my plan of doing it on the bike!
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #10 on: 21.06. 2019 13:52 »
Quote from: morris on 20.06. 2019 20:57
An A5...? That should be the extremely rare 325cc model then. *dunno* *smile* *smile*

I think that's an Audi.
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #11 on: 21.06. 2019 18:01 »
Quote from: WozzA on 21.06. 2019 00:38
QUOTE :   It is 92 miles each way, but just to keep it leisurely I think that I will do it over two days.  *eek*
 *dunno* Surely you could just about WALK it in 2 days ?  *doh*
Don’t forget Wozza, this is Europe, not Australia. We find it great achievement to accomplish a 100 mile tour in one day. Visiting grandma in the next village takes a full day of preparation...  *eek*  *smile*
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #12 on: 21.06. 2019 21:08 »
To be honest, it is more about the journey than the destination anyway. There is nothing that I particularly want in Edinburgh, and nothing which I particularly need to rush home for on Sunday. But if I am riding along and I happen to notice a curious rock formation, an unusual bird, an unfamiliar historic site a bizarre building, or an inviting looking pub, I want to have the time to pull over and Google it up and enjoy it. Likewise, if there happens to be a magnificent view I want to allow the time to stop for an hour or two and soak it it, perhaps reading a little poetry as I do so! I use my bike for work on weekdays and it is always a rush to get somewhere, but when I am off on a jaunt, I want the time to just enjoy it.

Plus I need to allow time for breakdowns, roadside repairs and taking shelter from rain storms. (Not that As ever break down of course)!
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #13 on: 22.06. 2019 09:24 »
Quote from: morris on 21.06. 2019 18:01
Quote from: WozzA on 21.06. 2019 00:38
QUOTE :   It is 92 miles each way, but just to keep it leisurely I think that I will do it over two days.  *eek*
 *dunno* Surely you could just about WALK it in 2 days ?  *doh*
Don’t forget Wozza, this is Europe, not Australia. We find it great achievement to accomplish a 100 mile tour in one day. Visiting grandma in the next village takes a full day of preparation...  *eek*  *smile*   

Yeah I guess your right..
EXAMPLE > My mate & his wife ( her driving all the way ) left Townsville FNQ on Thursday & have made it to Shepparton Vic today..  = 2.450 Kms in 9 hour stints in 3 days..  *eek*
Prior to his stroke he would RIDE down to my place & return 2 or 3 times a year for the classic races at Philip Island..
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Re: A7 on the A7
« Reply #14 on: 22.06. 2019 14:52 »
Might take 4 days on my A7 to do the A7 in Qld both ways. https://tinyurl.com/y5hs8a8d  *doubt*
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