GBMUD Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 In order that the forum trip to the Peaks runs smoothly we need some volunteers to hold a map and look like they understand it so much that a small group of others will follow them. Anyone feel that they have the required ability and willing to take this on? There seems to be 16 cars booked currently so I am guessing that we need a minimum of four groups to keep group numbers small. IIRC V8Freak Neil and Les said that they would be OK with leading one group and I guess I will take one too; any more takers? As I say, all you need is one or two maps and someone to look at them while you drive. We will get the local authority to confirm the lanes so local knowledge is not needed. As and when we have sufficient leaders I will start the task of allocating groups which, I hope, will suit everyone. I do not anticipate that there will be hard and soft groups as all of the lanes I know in that area are easy/open enough for most standard cars to pass with care and without causing damage to car or lane. Group leaders: V8 Freak and Les GBMUD Godlykepower Turbocharger Please do not mistake this for organisation, it is merely for convenience on the day. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 Chris. My laning driving experience is NIL....... However both Margaret and myself can read a map. What map numbers are we using please, so we can borrow from the library. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete Attryde Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 Chris, My intention was to tag along with Neil and Les as I did in the Lakes, however if there are not enough volunteers I will lead a group if I'm needed to. I have MM and will get the relevant paper maps to mark up either way. Pete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted October 13, 2008 Author Share Posted October 13, 2008 I will get back to you on the map numbers Mike. With the greatest respect, it would be better to have group leaders who has some green lanes experience if possible. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 I will get back to you on the map numbers Mike. With the greatest respect, it would be better to have group leaders who has some green lanes experience if possible.Chris Exactly Chris. I wouldn't want to do that. However we can both map read........ mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Godlykepower Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 Chris, After spectacularly failing to provide a lead on discounted hotel rooms , I would LOVE to be of some help, but of all the people going on the trip, I am probably the least qualified person on board. I have only had a Land Rover for 18 months, and even though it has become a way of life for me & I have managed to get in a helluva lot of laning, maybe I am not qualified enough to actually lead others?? Saying that though, Jude is a whizz with a map, and I did use to lead people in the mountains. I think that I am a bit worried about specific things like what exact gear to use in a given situation, as I have learnt loads so far, it does not always come naturally to me yet. However, if you are saying that the routes we will be using are all non-damaging & not extreme, then I will be fine as long as I dont have to give technical advice! Er.......so after all that, I dont mind leading if you want me to? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sparg Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 don't have a lot of local knowledge, but - chapelgate is all but impassable now, and stanedge isn't great - I think there's a voluntary on not going up, only down regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted October 13, 2008 Author Share Posted October 13, 2008 After spectacularly failing to provide a lead on discounted hotel rooms You cannot provide what is not there. I have only had a Land Rover for 18 months, and even though it has become a way of life for me & I have managed to get in a helluva lot of laning, maybe I am not qualified enough to actually lead others??Saying that though, Jude is a whizz with a map, and I did use to lead people in the mountains. You sound amply qualified to me. You have a job. Sparg, thanks for the info. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbocharger Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 I did a lot of laning in the area up until five years ago or so, so my knowledge (and maps) are out of date but I've got a general idea of the area (don't quote me on that) so I'm happy to lead a group. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GBMUD Posted October 13, 2008 Author Share Posted October 13, 2008 I did a lot of laning in the area up until five years ago or so, so my knowledge (and maps) are out of date but I've got a general idea of the area (don't quote me on that) so I'm happy to lead a group. Thanks John. Chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike4444244 Posted October 13, 2008 Share Posted October 13, 2008 Hi I'll bring my laptop/MM/eTrex combo! Mike (desperately hoping he gets an MOT in time!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 I think that I am a bit worried about specific things like what exact gear to use in a given situation, as I have learnt loads so far, it does not always come naturally to me yet. That is my problem Martin.....Now sand...That is different mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Les Henson Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 The trouble with yopur map reading, Mike is that you both tend to end-up in Africa! Les Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 The trouble with yopur map reading, Mike is that you both tend to end-up in Africa! Les LOL @ you Les.....All in the mind, all in the mind Les..... Bank holiday weekend we went to Wales. Now this was the first time in three years that we had actually had to find our way somewhere in the UK... What fun we had sorting out a route.......There's a lot of roads on a UK map...... Chris... Could Margaret and myself join a late off group. We're travelling down on the Saturday morning..... mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turbocharger Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 Chris...Could Margaret and myself join a late off group. We're travelling down on the Saturday morning..... If it doesn't tread on any toes I'd intended to take my group straight across to Sheffield to head down Stanage Edge and then work back towards Ashbourne for the evening. I could head out in a group of three and you could join me up there if that'd suit? If other groups are starting from Ashbourne in the morning then we'll be well spread out around the district - responsible laning. Does anyone know if the lane across Roych Clough is still legal? Cheers John Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Sparkes Posted October 14, 2008 Share Posted October 14, 2008 ... Does anyone know if the lane across Roych Clough is still legal? .... I'll say Yes it is. If you were last in the area 5 years ago, it's been resurfaced since then. Still interesting to drive, Disco tow bars can drag, and the scenery is still good. Good Luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmgemini Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 If it doesn't tread on any toes I'd intended to take my group straight across to Sheffield to head down Stanage Edge and then work back towards Ashbourne for the evening. I could head out in a group of three and you could join me up there if that'd suit?If other groups are starting from Ashbourne in the morning then we'll be well spread out around the district - responsible laning. Does anyone know if the lane across Roych Clough is still legal? Cheers John That would be great for us. An extra quarter of an hour in bed ??? It makes sense to me. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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