Steve Houghton 1 Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Mmm, I'd better bring along my large model bag in case I have to carry the Tiffy any distance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil May Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 You can borrow my big back pack if you want Steve, for Michelle to carry some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Be prepared indeed, but as yet, anything could happen and we could even be on the normal west slope so no carrying, sherpas, or bags. ooo errr missus. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Garsden Posted April 13, 2016 Share Posted April 13, 2016 Re Conway Mountain - I was reading an article by Andi Ellison in RCME & E, who talked about having an accident and breaking his leg whilst carrying models to the northerly Conway Mountain slope. It was "what would you do differently/your biggest regret" article, and his point was never walk anywhere alone. He reckoned that if he was alone he could have died from exposure (the weather that is!). In the same article Simon Cocker was saying he would never fly without very expensive sun glasses because he couldn't see the thermals without them! Not wanting to depress anyone and al because obviously I am a mere 58, and extremely fit (lol). I am looking forward as I write this to a 30 minute walk with 4 models and a rucksack - oh and a flask of coffee. Also I won't have my usual staff of butlers, groundsmen, and maids. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Well hello north westerlies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Cooke Posted April 14, 2016 Author Share Posted April 14, 2016 yes its certainly improving - lets hope it continues to swing round to the West. With the plans we have for this event I would hope we can operate from the Tank Track car park if at all possible!! XC currently shows dominant NW now both days, not North, and Sunday looks West and even SW by 4pm. Keep it swinging round please weather gods!! We'll make a final call on where to park tomorrow afternoon, I will watch the forecasts closely today and tomorrow, and will place any update on here, on the PSSA Latest Info page and on the PSSA FB page. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Houghton 1 Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 I shall be leaving home around 9am tomorrow with an ETA in Llandudno sometime around 1pm, grab some fish & chips before heading up the Orme for an hour or two flying. Hopefully Jon, (Conway Soarer) will be up there and maybe one or two other early birds to chew the fat with? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Friday forecast is wet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 I'll have a pop-up tent with me in case of downpours over the weekend - you're all welcome to chuck your models in if needed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Houghton 1 Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 The BBC Wales forecast this morning was showing rain in mid to south Wales for tomorrow Tim, but it looked dry in the north. Ah well, it is what it is and if it is raining I'm sure there are plenty of pubs in town to take shelter in Hic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conwy Soarer Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Posted by Steve Houghton 1 on 14/04/2016 08:05:09: I shall be leaving home around 9am tomorrow with an ETA in Llandudno sometime around 1pm, grab some fish & chips before heading up the Orme for an hour or two flying. Hopefully Jon, (Conway Soarer) will be up there and maybe one or two other early birds to chew the fat with? Should be there tomorrow after 2 if the rain holds off, might also be back up in the evening with the school kids as we are grounded tonight as a result of 'Sirs' staff meeting Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conwy Soarer Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Just a thought, I think Marine drive is closed on Sunday due to a Bike Race. Seem to remeber seeing a sign last night when I went up to photograph Northern Lights - will check later! and post info! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 I'd be surprised if it was - Phil does check quite extensively with the Council to make sure. Any info greatly appreciated on this one http://granfondoconwy.com/ Edited By Andy Meade on 14/04/2016 11:21:02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Thanks fella, I will get hold of Phil now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Hmmm, heres the latest. Now, as a local lad, and part time employee in tourism of said council - I always liaise with Phil regarding the seasons event dates, and consult at the start of each year with the "Roads and Highways dept" for things which may affect our plans. In the Conwy County Council's infinite wisdom, it seems that responsibility for road closures has been passed to "parking services", rather than "streets and highways" and left hand right hand phrase springs to mind. Marine drive is closed all day Sunday for a bike race which was requested in January.... no one bothered to communicate it to other departments, especially not myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Despite the above sign, Im told by the department this minute, that its closed all day..... so anyones bloomin guess. Fed up with this bloomin council now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 If the sign is to be believed, only until midday, so not the end of the world. I think I know where I'm camping Saturday night.... Argh, OK Tim, that would be a swine if it was all day Edited By Andy Meade on 14/04/2016 11:55:51 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 However, all is not lost, as we have a few options that should see us still being able to fly. 1) We may well be at the ski slope site anyway, in which case MARINE Drive closure does not affect us. 2) If its not flyable at Ski Slope, then we can access the main westerly site from the summit - but its a long walk across the orme to our site ( approx 30 minutes ) 3) The race MAY indeed finish at 12, in which case access should be ok from lunchtime onwards.... lay in and big brekky before we start ? Edited By Tim Mackey on 14/04/2016 11:59:38 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Just spoken with a secretary from the race organizers - they expect to see the last bike completing the course by 10-30 approx. Main marshall will be stationed at the west shore end of the drive ( the start ) and will be in radio comms with the marshall at the main toll booth ( near the pier end ). As soon as the last bike has exited the tollgate ( they cycle the "wrong way around" ) they will reopen the road ( giving obviously a few minutes to allow for final "sweep". She reckons we should be all ok to enter by 11AM so not too bad. Sunday is now looking like the normal site with predicted good 15 -20 MPH Westerlies from midday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Meade Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Brilliant work Timbo, thanks for chasing them up Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Thanks for the heads up !!!!!!!!! Bloomin council never told me Thanks Jon too - ( long time no see.....hope to see you there mate ? ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Posted by Andy Meade on 14/04/2016 11:49:37: Thanks fella, I will get hold of Phil now Message left on his mobile some time ago Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Houghton 1 Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Councils eh! It sounds like all is not lost anyway. Good job Tim for sorting it out so quickly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim Mackey Posted April 14, 2016 Share Posted April 14, 2016 Aye Anyhoooooow - We will just make the Sunday start time 11 AM instead of 10. To be precise, I'd say dont attempt to arrive at the Tollhouse until 11AM and be friendly to the marshalls in case theres a jobsworth who attempts to hit you over the head with the aforementioned sign. Personally, I'll be going via the church access road but there will be a marshall there too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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