2020 RR X CCC Ashurst Beacon
08.10.20
Ride 5 - 385.1 miles to go.
After yesterdays little route around Parbold and the three kickers. I headed back to that area to tackle another of our infamous little climbs.
Ashurt Beacon. Around a two mile climb with a maximum gradient of 9% and averaging 4.6%. It is considered a category 4 climb.
The area itself is noted as a local beauty spot with wonderful views of the entire North West. The beacon itself is a focal point. Here is a little history on it…
This beacon tower was built in 1798 by Sir William Ashurst. It was built as a watch tower to warn of a French invasion in the lead up to the Napoleonic War. It is said to be on the site of an earlier beacon that once formed part of a relay series of beacons. They stretched from Everton Brow above Liverpool to Lancaster Castle. They were in place (though unused) during the Anglo–Spanish War of 1585.
With all the rain we have been experiencing all week. It was nice to get out during a clear spell. However the ride was spoiled somewhat by an issue with my rear wheel.
Ever since ride one I have been experiencing a real grinding noise. So before tonight's ride I took a look at it thinking my gears may just be out of sync.
As I hit the climb I looked down to see my rear cassette wobbling and with that the sinking feeling that my rear hub had failed.
Zipp wheels really cannot handle wet weather riding.
I stopped and made a call to my friend who owns thee best cycle shop around (Thatto Cycles) and arranged to drop by tomorrow to see if they can help me.
Upon landing home I inspected my wheel and it does not look good at all. It would appear my hub has somehow caused my cassette to rub on the section the axle sits in almost cutting through it.
Between the weather and mechanicals my RR X CCC experience isn't working out too great at the moment.
Fingers crossed it can be quickly solved. As the weekend is approaching and I need to get two big rides in.
3 miles from home I thought I would drop by Starbucks and cheer myself up with a treat. Mocha and Cinnamon Roll it was.
On a more positive note. Today's ride was the first time that I could wear my jersey, gilet and socks instead of winter gear. Love it!
Below you will also see four orange cycling jerseys. These are my designs for the 2017/2018/2019/2020 Top Fundraiser CCC Jerseys. To get your hands on one of these. A rider must raise a minimum of $7,500. Later today those epic riders who have achieved such an astonishing target will be recognised in a Zoom conference. Usually on the in person ride, these are presented in person midway through the ride in Oceano. They are then proudly worn on the last day riding to our finish line.
164.98 miles down. 360.02 to go!
Ps - Your support would mean the World to me and even more so to The Arthritis Foundation…
>>> MY DONATION PAGE
Ride 5.
D. 25.08 miles.
E. 1831ft.
Ride 5 - 385.1 miles to go.
After yesterdays little route around Parbold and the three kickers. I headed back to that area to tackle another of our infamous little climbs.
Ashurt Beacon. Around a two mile climb with a maximum gradient of 9% and averaging 4.6%. It is considered a category 4 climb.
The area itself is noted as a local beauty spot with wonderful views of the entire North West. The beacon itself is a focal point. Here is a little history on it…
This beacon tower was built in 1798 by Sir William Ashurst. It was built as a watch tower to warn of a French invasion in the lead up to the Napoleonic War. It is said to be on the site of an earlier beacon that once formed part of a relay series of beacons. They stretched from Everton Brow above Liverpool to Lancaster Castle. They were in place (though unused) during the Anglo–Spanish War of 1585.
With all the rain we have been experiencing all week. It was nice to get out during a clear spell. However the ride was spoiled somewhat by an issue with my rear wheel.
Ever since ride one I have been experiencing a real grinding noise. So before tonight's ride I took a look at it thinking my gears may just be out of sync.
As I hit the climb I looked down to see my rear cassette wobbling and with that the sinking feeling that my rear hub had failed.
Zipp wheels really cannot handle wet weather riding.
I stopped and made a call to my friend who owns thee best cycle shop around (Thatto Cycles) and arranged to drop by tomorrow to see if they can help me.
Upon landing home I inspected my wheel and it does not look good at all. It would appear my hub has somehow caused my cassette to rub on the section the axle sits in almost cutting through it.
Between the weather and mechanicals my RR X CCC experience isn't working out too great at the moment.
Fingers crossed it can be quickly solved. As the weekend is approaching and I need to get two big rides in.
3 miles from home I thought I would drop by Starbucks and cheer myself up with a treat. Mocha and Cinnamon Roll it was.
On a more positive note. Today's ride was the first time that I could wear my jersey, gilet and socks instead of winter gear. Love it!
Below you will also see four orange cycling jerseys. These are my designs for the 2017/2018/2019/2020 Top Fundraiser CCC Jerseys. To get your hands on one of these. A rider must raise a minimum of $7,500. Later today those epic riders who have achieved such an astonishing target will be recognised in a Zoom conference. Usually on the in person ride, these are presented in person midway through the ride in Oceano. They are then proudly worn on the last day riding to our finish line.
164.98 miles down. 360.02 to go!
Ps - Your support would mean the World to me and even more so to The Arthritis Foundation…
>>> MY DONATION PAGE
Ride 5.
D. 25.08 miles.
E. 1831ft.
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