Meanish Meon 78
Date: Sunday 29 Oct 2017
Time: 9:00am
Location: Romsey
The Meanish Meon is based on the Mean Meon that was run a couple of years ago. It is mainly on narrow and traffic light roads but entrants may find that their average speed will be reduced because of the nature of the roads. Entrants should ensure that their tyres are in good condition as we will be well into the Meon flint ‘biting season’.
The route does not have any long-sustained climbs but rather a succession of short sharp ascents. In good weather, these ascents can give good views of the glorious countryside of the Meon Valley. The route passes Vernon House associated with Admiral Vernon known as “Old Grog”, the Bat and Ball Public House, the home of cricket and the delightful Alresford to Winchester Itchen Valley passing Avington Park, weekend retreat of of King Charles II and King George IV and their mistresses.
Participants should ensure that they are confident of completing the course before dark and should in the event of puncture or a mechanical be prepared to cut short the ride.
REMEMBER: The clocks go back 1 hour at 2am on Sunday, 29 October, 2017
Reliability rides are traditional winter or early season non-competitive events without any frills. They are tests of your ability to ride a given route within a set time selected at the start. You can choose from one of the following standards: Gold 16-18 mph, Silver 14-16 mph or Bronze 12-14 mph.
The events are open to riders of all ages, however, riders under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult and have a completed Parental Consent form.
Parental Consent for Reliability Rides over 50 miles in length
Meanish Meon 78 Mile Route Sheet- Sotonia Oct Rev
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