western Posted July 17, 2007 Share Posted July 17, 2007 I see, that makes sense, but it would have been better for the LDNP to explain the reason better, rather than let 110/longer WB vehicle owners think their being discriminated against. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisV8 Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 Dave Robinson of the LDNP (Trails advisor) is definetely not anti 4 x 4 or 110s it's just the tight corners at the top that have been scrabbled around for too long and the surface break up lets the water in and away it goes. There will be a repair party from Glass, Crag, TRF etc probably later in the year, I drive a 110 so agree it seems unfair but there are lots of other routes maybe not as spectacular but quite good. This type of damage is endemic in the LDNP especially now the Bobblies use those f'ing useless poles, they are absolutely wrecking the paths and all the recent heavy rain has now caused gullies to be formed all over the place. But the Bobblies will just complain and never seem to help with repairs, unlike the party of bikers from TRF, Mountain Bikers and Landy owners who did a huge job for LDNP on the UCR in Grizedale ealier in the year. The stupid thing was none of the repairing groups had made any complaint about the state of the road but the Bobblies were up in arms about the "puddle" there is a more detailed report on the repair on Mud Club forum. The biggest problem with any green road trail driving is that the Bobblies think they own LDNP and can dictate to all other users, must be cos Miss Gobby has a house up here I believe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 You could always get a 90 Ralph Mo Never like my 110 far to much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted July 19, 2007 Share Posted July 19, 2007 Dave Robinson of the LDNP (Trails advisor) is definetely not anti 4 x 4 or 110s it's just the tight corners at the top that have been scrabbled around for too long and the surface break up lets the water in and away it goes. There will be a repair party from Glass, Crag, TRF etc probably later in the year, I drive a 110 so agree it seems unfair but there are lots of other routes maybe not as spectacular but quite good.This type of damage is endemic in the LDNP especially now the Bobblies use those f'ing useless poles, they are absolutely wrecking the paths and all the recent heavy rain has now caused gullies to be formed all over the place. But the Bobblies will just complain and never seem to help with repairs, unlike the party of bikers from TRF, Mountain Bikers and Landy owners who did a huge job for LDNP on the UCR in Grizedale ealier in the year. The stupid thing was none of the repairing groups had made any complaint about the state of the road but the Bobblies were up in arms about the "puddle" there is a more detailed report on the repair on Mud Club forum. The biggest problem with any green road trail driving is that the Bobblies think they own LDNP and can dictate to all other users, must be cos Miss Gobby has a house up here I believe. Cheers Chris for the explanation, I doubt I'll ever get to drive that route or any other in the Lake District area. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunc Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Tour of Mull rally Hell's teeth, you don't exactly stay close to home do you Ralph? :blink: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Hell's teeth, you don't exactly stay close to home do you Ralph? :blink: Nope, this year will be me 5th on Mull for the rally, I crew with Earl on his unit, my 110 has a holiday at his place while the rally is on.might even get to drive his nice new shiney 110DC this year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunc Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Nope, this year will be me 5th on Mull for the rally, I crew with Earl on his unit, my 110 has a holiday at his place while the rally is on.might even get to drive his nice new shiney 110DC this year I think the furthest i'll get this year will be Sweet Lamb for the Baja! When i last spoke to Viper Mick i was gobsmacked at the distance you Recovery lot travel. I wanted desperately to do Recovery when i had my 110, but funding wasn't there... said the wife! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
western Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 but did you tell her, the organisers get invoiced for fuel cost plus a charge for the days attendance at their event. Doctors/Rescue & us Recovery operators all do that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob90 Posted July 23, 2007 Share Posted July 23, 2007 Dave Robinson of the LDNP (Trails advisor) is definetely not anti 4 x 4 or 110s it's just the tight corners at the top that have been scrabbled around for too long and the surface break up lets the water in and away it goes. There will be a repair party from Glass, Crag, TRF etc probably later in the year, I drive a 110 so agree it seems unfair but there are lots of other routes maybe not as spectacular but quite good.This type of damage is endemic in the LDNP especially now the Bobblies use those f'ing useless poles, they are absolutely wrecking the paths and all the recent heavy rain has now caused gullies to be formed all over the place. But the Bobblies will just complain and never seem to help with repairs, unlike the party of bikers from TRF, Mountain Bikers and Landy owners who did a huge job for LDNP on the UCR in Grizedale ealier in the year. The stupid thing was none of the repairing groups had made any complaint about the state of the road but the Bobblies were up in arms about the "puddle" there is a more detailed report on the repair on Mud Club forum. The biggest problem with any green road trail driving is that the Bobblies think they own LDNP and can dictate to all other users, must be cos Miss Gobby has a house up here I believe. as someone who uses the LDNP i agree with this bloke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 26, 2007 Author Share Posted July 26, 2007 OK, just re-reading this thread it looks like there is no such thing as a date to suit everyone. I have commitments the first couple of weeks in November so it is either the 19th, 20th, 21st or 26th, 27th, 28th of October, both of which collide with half term and mean a higher chance of meeting walkers/paying more for accomodation OR weekends 3 or 4 of November. Any later than that is getting a bit late in the day really. Based on half term being in October I would favour the November dates I guess. Any more thoughts? Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 26, 2007 Author Share Posted July 26, 2007 3rd or 4th weekends in November rather than the 1st or 2nd weekends Tim. 16th-18th or 23rd-25th. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark90 Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 Late november I could probably do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sticky Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 Chris! Please note my interest! Dates totally flexible! Just let me know final decision sorry suggestion! I have driven some stuff in the lakes and have a marked up a map of what i rated worth driving... I also had a phone number for the girl who issued the permits.... ahem.... don't ask! cheers, sticky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dew110CSW Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 16th-18th I'd agree to as it's my birthday and would love to hit some lanes to celebrate. Me, the Girlfriend and the OneTen would be more than up to it. Out of interest can someone post up some lanes we may be hitting in those areas? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJ101 Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 OK Chris, you post make more sense now !!!, so far, either is fine with me, but think the 16th/18 would be better, I know JST has a event at Wellington on the 24th, so the earlier weekend would stop him doing a Victor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rob90 Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 that seems a bit to long away but its something to look forward too I suppose cant be done before the school hols? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dew110CSW Posted July 26, 2007 Share Posted July 26, 2007 tbh I don't think it's too far away, gives everyone a chance to orginise themselves for it and get prepaired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 27, 2007 Author Share Posted July 27, 2007 Right, I have written in my diary that it is the weekend of the 17th and 18th of November. I used pen so it had better be then now! Anyone got any leads on decent accommodation? Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 27, 2007 Author Share Posted July 27, 2007 Chris!Please note my interest! Dates totally flexible! Just let me know final decision sorry suggestion! I have driven some stuff in the lakes and have a marked up a map of what i rated worth driving... I also had a phone number for the girl who issued the permits.... ahem.... don't ask! cheers, sticky I seem to remember you mentioned having some knowledge of someone in that line, Ian... Someone should give her a call and ask about it - perhaps you would give her one? Ask about getting legitimate access for 110s too. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark90 Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Anyone got any leads on decent accommodation? Yes, but I just rang them and they are full that weekend, how about making it the weekend after? I usually camp when in that area so don't know many B&B's etc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JST Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 Chris!Please note my interest! Dates totally flexible! Just let me know final decision sorry suggestion! I have driven some stuff in the lakes and have a marked up a map of what i rated worth driving... I also had the girl who issued the permits.... ahem.... don't ask! cheers, sticky Sticky - dont suppose you have her number as well then? fancy giving her a ring as Chris suggestions or even phone her. 16/17/18 sounds good to me. is it a 110 only weekend now though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 27, 2007 Author Share Posted July 27, 2007 fancy giving her a ring as Chris suggestions or even phone her. Sounds like a lot of commitment just for a dirty weekend! If nobody has any specific hotel/accommodation information, how about someone suggesting a good area to stay in and then we can seek accommodation in that area. Perhaps Sticky's "friend" knows of somewhere? Mark90, you are welcome to camp in November if you want, I will not be! Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted July 27, 2007 Author Share Posted July 27, 2007 16th-18th I'd agree to as it's my birthday and would love to hit some lanes to celebrate. Me, the Girlfriend and the OneTen would be more than up to it. Out of interest can someone post up some lanes we may be hitting in those areas? You have mentioned your girlfriend several times in connection with the 110 and her love of it. I think you should post a picture of them together. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark90 Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 If nobody has any specific hotel/accommodation information, how about someone suggesting a good area to stay in and then we can seek accommodation in that area. Chris Given the proximity to Grizdale and a few other lanes I'd suggest maybe Coniston area, even thoiugh some of the good lanes around there are now lost I've had decent food at this place and recalled it also does B&B, not sure of prices, probably not at the bottom end of the market though, but it is a pub Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark90 Posted July 27, 2007 Share Posted July 27, 2007 You have mentioned your girlfriend several times in connection with the 110 and her love of it. I think you should post a picture of them together. Chris Eh this is just like being on ORRP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.
Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible.