Spout's Recce - Photos & Thoughts.

I was fortunate enough to join Spout today on his recce for the off-road ride suitable for the heavy GS's who have a bit of off road experience. I've got to point out now that I'm relatively new to off road riding so I went along on my DR350 to take a few photos & get some more off road dirt under my wheels.

3 of us met up in Llangollen at 9am & after the 'hellos' were exchanged we set off up a narrow single track with a sheer drop to our left! At the top Spout said 'if you can do that the rest will be a doddle' It was then I realised I'd left my safety specs at the bottom (I think I left them on my seat) & there was no way I was riding back down so I did the whole recce with no eye protection.

The next tricky bit was a wet slate trail, Spout powered up, Vincent had a spill & I got my camera out!


For an idea of difficulty: I did a novice, sorry Timpo, EASY ride-out last weekend with Timpo & after about 3 hours I was totally shagged. Today we did the full 6 hours & I was fine, could've filled up & done it all again.

OK, here's photos of some trails..








We even did some water!




As I was on a lighter bike I could pull away from the KTM990 on some tricky sections & set up for a few photos.
See the route on the right? That's the path Spout & I took. Guess which path Vincent's going to take!




Totally enjoyed it today, thanks for letting me tag along Spout, I don't think I did too bad - I must be getting a bit better.

Today's ride (Spout's): 6 hours with quite a few ciggie stops & approx 80 - 90 miles.

See you all next month in Llangollen.

Yes, those pics give a good indication of the average going to be expected, thanks for posting them.
Obviously the weather plays a great part in the conditions, so fingers crossed it won't be too wet.... or dry come to think of it..... it gets dusty!

Looking forward to it.

Timpo.

That looks like a really good off road ride

Thanks for the ride out chaps good luck on the BIG bm's ride
Was nice meeting you both.



PS... cool pic's

vincent adv said:

PS... cool pic's

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You were a good subject to photograph!



Some great views to be seen.
Didn't have time to compose any decent shots, I'll take more time on the day.

THE DOCTOR said:

The next tricky bit was a wet slate trail, Spout powered up, Vincent had a spill & I got my camera out!

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I know that piece of slate.. I dropped my XC on it last week.... I think it was the weight of a first aid kit I was carrying at the time took me off balance, eh Terry

Vincent may have had his topbox full of first aid kit?

think my topbox with the the stuff in side was about 10kg+ and im 110kg lol

Great pictures Phil ! Are you sure you don't want to go to Croatia this year ??
Seamus

seamus1504 said:

Great pictures Phil ! Are you sure you don't want to go to Croatia this year ??
Seamus

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A quick look at Paul's itinerary & I know it's too intense for me!
Last year was fantastic but I prefer a more sedate holiday so I've organised a more relaxed tour for this year.

Full report when I return!

I look fwd to your stories from your trip. Have fun & keep an eye on your luggage!

THE DOCTOR said:

Vincent may have had his topbox full of first aid kit?

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Looks like you did the lanes we did on the Advrider weekend 2 weeks ago - but the other way, so you went up where we went down.

Can't believe you fell over Vince

Maybe next time you'll be brave enough to go riding with the KTMs

Pete

THE DOCTOR said:

See you all next month in Llangollen.

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yes next time go on your GS

shep532 said:

Looks like you did the lanes we did on the Advrider weekend 2 weeks ago - but the other way, so you went up where we went down.

Can't believe you fell over Vince

Maybe next time you'll be brave enough to go riding with the KTMs

Pete

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it was that leaf in my way wot did it