Last year, 3 intrepid unicyclists joined this charity cycle ride around the Solent coast (across the Isle of Wight, through Portsmouth, Southampton and the New Forest).
hugely tempting, but I will have to enter late if at all, due to multiple uncertainties at the moment! Do you think they would have a cap on the number of entrants?
Mark Wiggins wrote:> *Last year, 3 intrepid unicyclists joined this charity cycle ride> around> the Solent coast (across the Isle of Wight, through Portsmouth,> Southampton and the New Forest).*
markw wrote:> *Mike, there's no cap on numbers - it's a small ride in terms of> entrants (hundreds rather than thousands).* That's good, although I'm sure I'll be organised enough to know if I'm going to go for it by mid-May!
I quite fancy doing this one since I may not get the chance to race at the SSMM. Will there be a group entry done or are people fending for themselves entry-wise?
No closing date for entries - but the sooner the better. If you can raise sponsorship, that'd be good too - my father is currently in Kosovo with a "Hope and Aid Direct" convoy.
Last time people sorted out their own entries. Considering the geographic spread, we might as well do the same this time.
I don't mind organising the camp site, though. Last year we stayed here: http://tinyurl.com/4exun but I think it's quite expensive for single-occupant tents. The price is based on four - which is fine for me and family.
It does have the benefit of showers etc. and being able to book just two nights. Others in the area either have no showers or you could only book if staying for 3 nights or longer.
markw wrote:> *I don't mind organising the camp site, though. Last year we stayed> here:> http://tinyurl.com/4exun> but I think it's quite expensive for single-occupant tents. The price> is based on four - which is fine for me and family. > *
Last time I went to one of these campsites, they had a special 'backpacker' rate for if you rode there rather than having a car with you. It still wasn't super cheap, but it was cheaper.
The ferry subsidy isn't dependent on raising sponsorship. Last year the cost for the six ferries came to about £8 total. The benefits of raising sponsorship are: it's a good thing, you get a certificate, you get to enter the prize draws.
Bring the family, the New Forest is a great place for a weekend.
Well, I've hardly done any training yet but I figure it's about time to apply for this 'ere stroll around the Isle of Wight. If any of you boys and girls register, please let me know.
