Our 'Carl Roach Memorial' 25 mile TT - Sunday April 7th, 2019

[Andy H]

I'll give everybody a gentle reminder on Sunday morning.

At least one person from those who have volunteered so far, we be available.

[Toestrapsteve]

I can do any marshalling post - Andy/Ron - will you assign positions/roles on the day or beforehand?   

[Andy H]

Generally tend to see who turns up on the day but do you want to commit to joining Ron on the 'turn' roundabout? That will mean one less post to think about.

If there are enough bodies on the day, I can send another person down.

[Toestrapsteve]

I think, judging by the output of my annual chest cold, that I am also already 'on the turn' so happy to join Ron in that task. We're all crying out for someone to point a way forward therefore, I'll be more than happy to do that on the Resolven roundabout (Br)exit on Sunday - I suspect a majority of riders will vote for that - hoping that they all Remain on course.   

[Steven]

Steve

You are wasted on this forum. Get yourself down to Westminster tout de suite!

[ron b]

All new Marshall’s  please be at Aberdulais turn by 8 15. More the merrier.

[Terry A]

Current status :-

These are the folks who have stepped up and offered to help :-

Nigel
Greg
Richard B
Richard L
Mark B
Harpo
Roy H
Steve C
Ron B
Tony M

(This list excludes the 'usual' roles of Andy, Mary , Allan, Steven)

Harpo is pushing off but sensibly needs 1 other. This year, we also want to relay back to HQ any late starts / time penalties .. hence it needs 2 bodies there.

We also need to have the results relayed back to HQ as the finishing times are recorded. This has usually been Steve L but this year Tony M will take this task. There is usually a bit of an issue with the signal quality when phoning the results in and hence we will try something different this year. This in turn (haha) means we need someone (Tony M did this previously) to record the riders at the turn - and record an approximate time. It's not too bad a task - I can go through it with whoever volunteers.

I will be collecting all the signs and direction arrows etc on Friday and will bring them to Coity on Friday evening. Andy/Ron - the signs can be shared out as necessary ... OR ... Ron - in the past you have collected your signs for the turn roundabout yourself - are you planning to do that this year. Just let Andy know either way.

For info, attached is the start front cover sheet with the event details. As the field is smaller, you will see the start is a little later (first rider off at 09:39) - could be a boon if it's still as cold come Sunday.

If there are any club memebers who have not yet raised their hands to help and want to come join in the fun then please let us know. There is always something else to do and it will be a massive help.

Okay, probably something I've forgotten - sing out if you think of anything.

Thanks,

Terry

[geoffh]

As a newcomer, while my membership of OVW has yet to be confirmed I would have volunteered to help, if I'd been available - as it is, a prior commitment to a family event takes precedence. Looks like a couple of my old clubmates, Matt and Lee from Banbury Star are down to ride so good luck to them, and best wishes to all for a successful event.
Cheers,
Geoff

[RichardB]

Given the later start time what time do you need us all at HQ?

[ron b]

I can meet you at the lockup on Friday, what time?

[ron b]

Aberdulais Marshall’s, due to the first rider leaving at 9 40, we don’t to be at the turn till 10 o’clock. Roy and I will sign the course, I will be at the roundabout at 8 30. Remember to bring a drink and snack and keep practicing pointing with your left arm?

[Andy H]

Unless marshaling at Aberdulais roundabout with Ron,can you meet at Hirwaun Village hall 8:45. Time for a cup of tea and decisions over marshaling positions.

Need one to volunteer to push off/report non starters with Haydn and one to take rider times at the turn.
So if somebody fancies doing a job other than pointing directions, please 'come forward' now!

[Toestrapsteve]

Happy to push/pull or point - let me know

[Andy H]

Steve, Will you do the timing/recording at the turn?, I'll volunteer Rich Bowmer to come with you, so you can share marshaling and recording duties.

OK with that Rich?

You'll need to meet at Hirwaun first to get a copy of start sheet and instructions off Terry/Tony M

[Terry A]

Ron ; for tomorrow - I can be at the lockup by 9.00 ish or it will need to be 12.30 or anytime later (as I have to run my Dad to the doc's). What works best for you ? The signs are all sorted and so it should be easy to get what you need. If we can do 9.00 (school traffic permitting) then as long as I'm away by 10.15 or so that works well for me.

Andy, I will collect all the remaining signs and bring to club in the evening.

Andy, will talk tomorrow about meeting to sign the top half of the course; we have usually met at 6.00 but it a bit of a rush to get it all done with just 2 of us. A. N Other would be a big help here.