Hi Everyone,

Lots of our colleagues have come forward in 2018 and this year so far to lead our Sunday Ride Outs, some of them for the first time. Thank you very much to them for doing that.

Our Sunday April 21st Ride Out is still in dire need of a leader. Have a think about coming forward with your favourite day ride especially if you have not led a ride before. Full support can be given. Advice about routes, planning suitable stops, safety rules and guidance on turn marking.

There is also several opportunities to lead one of our summer Monday evening rides starting May 13th if you want to ease yourself in gently.

Don’t be shy! Please get in touch if you would like to give it a go.

barrya.ring@gmail.com or just ask me at the next meeting.

Useful links for ride planning.

http://www.harrogateadvancedbikes.co.uk/the-club/rideouts/

Other Advanced Bike Groups publish their ride out guidelines. You can access through the IAM website and then go to the individual group website.

Best regards.

Barry

Meet Morrisons car park, Boroughbridge from 9am for a 9.30am start.

From Boroughbridge we’ll head east through Linton On Ouse before crossing the A19 at Shipton by Beningborough to join the B1363 northwards then the B1257 to Hovingham.

        Morning coffee: Rolling Pin Café, Hovingham YO62 4LG.

Continue east for a couple of miles on B1257 before turning right at Slingsby passing Castle Howard then crossing the A64 to pick up some interesting minor roads avoiding Malton.

At Wharram Le Street we turn left joining the B1248 before turning right to Settrington and on to Scagglethorpe.

   Lunch stop: The Ham & Cheese Inn, Scagglethorpe YO17 8DY.

After plenty of ham and cheese.  The return journey starts with a brief couple of miles east on the A64 before turning right at Rillington.

On to West Lutton then turning right on Croome passing Sledmere House and on to Wetwang where we’ll join the B1248.

Turning right on the B1246 we’ll ride west to Warter then the minor road south to the A614.

On to Holme on Spalding Moor then the A163 through North Duffield before turning left on A19 and skirting round the north of Selby.

B1223 to Ulleskelf and on into Tadcaster, Boston Spa and Wetherby, then the B6164 to Knaresborough where the ride will finish at St. James’ Retail Park.

Finish: St. James’ Retail Park, Knaresborough HG5 8PZ.

Route length: 145 miles.

David Haywood will lead this ride.

Tail-end Charlie to be press ganged on the day.

Hope to see you on Wednesday.

David

Hi Folks,

Just in case you are like me and too tight to pay for motorsport live on TV. I’ve been scratching around for highlights of MOTGP and those lovely people at Quest have come up trumps, showing the highlights on Monday nights.  I didn’t realise out until I opened my Motorcycle News today, so watched it catch-up on the Quest website. Brilliant racing!

I hope that’s helpful to all you Yorkshire people!

All the best.

Barry

Next Sunday’s ride out is lead by yours truly ably assisted by Roy Beniston, tail end Charlie, meeting at the usual place, ASDA lorry park at 9.00am with a prompt set off 9.30am.

The planned route is west on the A59 to Bolton Bridge, with a brief stop off at the A59 Cafe for any HAB members who want to join us there (please send me a text before Sunday 07847 786608).

After a quick return to the roundabout at Bolton Bridge, turn left on the B6160 past Bolton Abbey, all the way up to Buckden, taking a left for Hubberholme, going up over the tops and down the long hill to Gayle and Hawes.  Morning break stop is at the Wensleydale creamery (DL8 3RN).

After tea and buns we are going west on a simple route on the A684 towards Sedbergh and then north to the award winning Westmoreland Services located just off the M6/A685 (CA10 3SB) for a hearty Sunday lunch at a reasonable price.  Fuel available here too, also not expensive.

After lunch we are off homeward again, east on the A685, towards Kirkby Stephen, but cutting off right through Nateby.  Too be honest, this next portion of the route is not set in stone.  On the reccy we came across a couple of road closures, so I will research a little further before making a decision.  Nevertheless, we will skirt around Leyburn onto the A6108 towards Ripon.

Planned final stop is Ripley for an ice cream. I will take a poll at lunch for an alternative finish at Brymore Ice Cream just after Jervaulx if members prefer.

Roy and I did a very enjoyable reecy on Monday. The weather was beautiful and the hills snow covered. The weather forecast this week, as you will already know, is not looking so good, so I will keep you posted of any change in plans. Fingers crossed!

Distance 150 miles approx. expected arrival back at Ripley 4.00-4.30.

Hope to see you all there.

All the best.

Barry

Andrew & Bob are taking this ride.

Hebden Bridge & Holmfirth – 50’s styled Café & Classic Car Workshop Run

Our March Wednesday ride will meet at 0915 for a 0930 start at the Route 59 café (near Bolton Abbey). BD23 6AF

We bypass Skipton, then we head for Carleton & Colne, Widdop Moor, for coffee at Hebden Bridge.

After our break we set off for Mytholmroyd, Cragg Vale, Baitings, Delph, Saddleworth Moor & onto The Carding Shed HD9 2RD for lunch (1 mile south of Holmfirth).

The Carding Shed (aka Oil Can Café) is located within Washpit Mills, an old textile mill, and is a 50’s styled cafe, with Classic Car repair workshop & showroom. Not to be missed.

After lunch, we head south to Bradfield, then north via Deepcar to finish at the Yorkshire Sculpture Park WF4 4JX (free parking for bikes).

Total 100 miles to YSP.  It’s a further 37 miles to the A1 Junction 47 ( A59 ) via M1.

Andrew will lead onto the M1 should anyone wish. Stay on M1 north for the A1 & Harrogate etc.

Looking forward to seeing you all on yet another fantastic HAB ride.

All the best.

Andrew

Hi All

Following the success of our 2-day trip to the Borders last year, we’re organising a similar event to the Lake District this June.

The venue this year is the Skelwith Bridge Hotel situated about 3 miles west of Ambleside. I’ve stayed here a number of times over the years and as recently as last October.  It’s a very pleasant hotel with excellent food and in a very attractive location.

The exact route isn’t finalised yet but it’s likely to head north from Harrogate, then west through Alston before entering the west Lakes.  Moving on from the Cockermouth area, over to Honister Pass, and then arriving at the hotel.

On the second day the intention is to do Wrynose Pass and Hard Knott Pass before returning homewards over Cold Fell.  Full route details will follow nearer the time.

The cost of the hotel is £74 per person on a Dinner, Bed & Breakfast basis with a deposit of £25 required to secure.

If you would like to join the group, please let me know as soon as you can. Also advise if you’re happy to share a twin room or would prefer a single room.

Rooms are limited so please contact me asap as availability will have to be on a first come, first served basis.

Hope you can join us!

Regards

David Haywood

PS. My bank details for the deposit are:

Account no:        73133325

Sort code:           09-01-28

Hello All

Our Associates Induction Meeting will be held at Bilton Cricket Club on Saturday 9th March, starting at 9.30am finishing at 12.30pm.  All current and new Associates are invited and should attend, and of course all current and trainee Observers.

All other HAB members are also welcome to come along, brush up their knowledge, and meet our most recent members.  Tea and Coffee will be available as well as Breakfast Sandwiches.

So all Associates need to come along and as many HAB members as possible to help make this an informative and enjoyable event (a bacon sandwich always helps!).

Looking forward to seeing you all on the day.

Best regards.

Bob Hill

An update to the HAB calendar, Sunday rides are filling up fast and extra volunteers for first Wednesdays have also come forward. There are still a couple of Sunday rides unallocated so any HAB member considering leading one of those or a first Wednesday or even a summer evening ride have a look at the HAB calendar and take your pick of the remaining dates. Drop me an email via barrya.ring@gmail.com

All the best

Barry

During last Monday’s HAB meeting I mentioned the IAM Motorcycle Skills Day on Tuesday 25th June at Croft Circuit near Darlington not far off the A1.  I contacted the IAM today and have confirmed there are 34 places still available.  It would be great to get a HAB contingent to take part.  I know it is expensive at £149 but it is a great opportunity to take part in a closed road activity.

These are not “track days” but as described “IAM RoadSmart arranges a number of closed-road circuit based Skills Days for our members to develop additional skills and knowledge with expert tuition on safe closed road environments. These are not race days but rather skills development days that enable you to understand and develop the capability and performance of both you and your machine. Non-members and family and friends are also welcome as we cater for first-time circuit attendees to those who regularly brush up their advanced skills in this way”.

I recommend a read of the appropriate Skills Day pages on the IAM website and get a flavour of what is on offer.  Check your insurance cover before booking your place, but remember it is a training course not a typical track day.

https://www.iamroadsmart.com/campaign-pages/end-customer-campaigns/skillsday

Please let me know if you book a place. barrya.ring@gmail.com

Best regards

Barry

Our HAB website calendar has been updated with Sunday rides already allocated to ride leaders and those still available to HAB members willing to give it a go. If you haven’t lead a ride before it’s a good way of getting the ride and destination you favour. I still get surprised by our ride leaders taking us on very unfamiliar roads. Guidance is available, both on our website, or just ask myself and any previous ride leader. So please get in touch if you are tempted (barrya.ring@gmail.com) and get your ride booked in.

There are also some provisional dates for other events this Spring. Watch that space for changes and additions. Notices will be sent out of course.

This coming Sunday 16th Chris Armstrong is leading his run to Saltburn on Sea. The Spa Hotel does a very good lunch! Meet at the usual place (Harrogate Asda lorry park) with full fuel tanks 9.00am for 9.30am start. The weather forecast is very good, partly cloudy with 12 deg temperatures, low chance of rain.

See you this Sunday.

All the best,

Barry