Tannum Coffee Grinders: Almost Gran Fondo Time

Wednesday, September 3, 2014

Almost Gran Fondo Time

Well this time in 48 hours it will be all over for another year. There will swearing, shivering, wind, I'm sure a few 'how much further to Dululu?' and a few 'just around the corner' lol, laughs, thoughts of I can't go any further (but you will), more swearing, no comfortable spots left on your saddle, some mild pain, definitely a sore arse towards the end, at some point the belief you will make it, then the best feeling as you roll into Rocky and you see the finish; quite rightly too you've just ridden 240km!

Ok it looks like it'll be a cold start, rug up as the first support vehicle will meet us on top of the range to take some clothing if it warms up, hahahahaha warms up heading towards Bilo!
I'll have the fridge with me to put you stuff in and anything else just throw in the back.
We leave at 4am sharp so be there early enough for a few words of encouragement beforehand.
Biggest tip for the day is don't wait till you're suffering to say something, speak up early. Butt cream will be handy too lol.

See you bright and early Saturday.

Mark

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Rides

Saturday - Leaves Coffee Club at 7am and heads out to the dam. The pace varies quite a bit but usually breaks into a couple of groups. About 45k's ending at Maccas Boyne Island for a brew.

Sunday - Leaves Tannum Surf club 7am. Starts easy and builds to a sprint near the Smelter. There are short cuts if you want to keep up with main group. Roll back to Maccas Boyne Island for brew's.

Tuesday - Mountain Bike ride leaving the grassed area near the Bridge on the Tannum side of the River at 5pm. The ride is casual and generally goes for almost 2 hours, of course you can bail early.

Thursday - Social roll around Tannum from the southern end of the Tannum Surf Club leaving at 4:45pm. This is a great ride for new riders as the pace is slow and easy and only lasts for 60 minutes.

Disclaimer: Ride at your own risk. Cycling carries a significant risk of personal injury or death. DO NOT participate in any of these rides unless you are knowledgeable about the risks involved and are willing to assume personal responsibility for all risks associated with these activities. Ride co-ordinators cannot, and will not, be responsible for any damages or bodily injury caused to any rider or their bicycle for any reason. Please observe all applicable traffic laws, wear a helmet and conduct yourself in a safe and prudent manner while participating. It must be noted that no individual is a coach or an official organiser.