by Andrew G » Sat Jun 06, 2009 12:29 pm
[quote="Toks"]The pedantic side of me is somewhat troubled by the word "circa" being used without a date being attached
Welcome aboard
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Normally yes I suppose so but I used it in a more rounded way with circa meaning approximately/in the region of (apparently it literally means "around" according to the dictionary and I'm not going to argue as my Latin is practically non-existent
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Anyway, pedantry aside it would be good to see you again.
[quote="sonic909"]so would this be a bit much for a newbie?
Not bothered about the pace (he says) more the fact i have never cycled in a group...
I meant to do one today but i slept in (again!)
When you say 19 i assume you mean mph... thats fine by me aslong as the hills arent too steep!
Might just see you there!
. If you think you'll be okay then give it a go as you can just sit on a wheel all the time and if you are struggling then let me know, like I say there are a number of bail points.
) rather than CR sized.
My legs normally take a little while to get going so I'll start a bit easier as far as about Merstham, and the speed given (yes mph) is only a rough indication of ability needed if you've only done CRs. I doubt it will actually be that high with a smaller group and a slightly tougher route. Think of it more as a good pace/effort. Speed is irrelevant unless you only ride the same route in the same conditions, terrain, weather, distance, etc - it all effect it so it can be a false indication.
Regroup at the top of hills, most aren't that hard just steeper/longer/both than on the CR which is pretty flat. I'm no mountain goat myself anyway.
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