Ray Young wrote:Sorry people, I've got man flu so won't be able to join you this year, .

Alan63 wrote:

Ray Young wrote:Sorry people, I've got man flu so won't be able to join you this year, .

Sorry you're not going to make it Ray. Hope you get better soon.

There is a risk of snow developing with strong southeasterly winds affecting northern UK on Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning. The snow could be heavy at times, especially over hills where blizzards may develop, and is likely to drift in strong winds. Across northern England and southern Scotland, snow may turn to freezing rain above 200-300 metres leading to widespread ice developing on Saturday night.

2-5 cm of snow is likely at lower levels, whilst higher ground could see 10-20 cm.: Possible travel delays on roads stranding some vehicles and passengers, Possible delays or cancellations to rail and air travel, Some rural communities could become cut off, Power cuts may occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected, A chance of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces, Bus and train services may be delayed or cancelled, with some road closures and longer journey times possible, Untreated pavements and cycle paths might be impassable because of black ice

ScotRoutes wrote:It just gets better..

There is a risk of snow developing with strong southeasterly winds affecting northern UK on Saturday afternoon into Sunday morning. The snow could be heavy at times, especially over hills where blizzards may develop, and is likely to drift in strong winds. Across northern England and southern Scotland, snow may turn to freezing rain above 200-300 metres leading to widespread ice developing on Saturday night.

2-5 cm of snow is likely at lower levels, whilst higher ground could see 10-20 cm.: Possible travel delays on roads stranding some vehicles and passengers, Possible delays or cancellations to rail and air travel, Some rural communities could become cut off, Power cuts may occur and other services, such as mobile phone coverage, may be affected, A chance of injuries from slips and falls on icy surfaces, Bus and train services may be delayed or cancelled, with some road closures and longer journey times possible, Untreated pavements and cycle paths might be impassable because of black ice

AlasdairMc wrote:Ooft. That might make for an interesting drive up...

AlasdairMc wrote:Ooft. That might make for an interesting drive up...

Blair512 wrote:May make for some interesting cycling as well!

AlasdairMc wrote:

Blair512 wrote:May make for some interesting cycling as well!

Hence the fat bike...

ScotRoutes wrote:I thought Newtonmore was drink and food? Assuming that, what time do folk expect to leave for the bothy?

I'm waiting to see what the weather brings before deciding how far to ride. Nothing of my route down is particularly exposed, though the headwind will still be a pain and I can only pray we don't have last years snowfall.

ScotRoutes wrote:Sounds like a plan. There are 3 potential routes.

htrider wrote: Could be a chilly one but doesn't look like a snowy epic is on the cards

Ray Young wrote:Regretfully my cold is getting worse instead of better so definitely a no show for me tomorrow. Thanks for the offer of a lift Alisdair and you all have a good time now.

AlasdairMc wrote:Alan - I’m sure we can make the logistics work if you want to start from Kingussie or Newtonmore, or shuttle as close to the bothy as possible.

ScotRoutes wrote:

AlasdairMc wrote:Alan - I’m sure we can make the logistics work if you want to start from Kingussie or Newtonmore, or shuttle as close to the bothy as possible.

Yep - it's an easy 8km from the Glen to the bothy via the shortest route - most of that on tarmac.

Alan63 wrote:

ScotRoutes wrote:

AlasdairMc wrote:Alan - I’m sure we can make the logistics work if you want to start from Kingussie or Newtonmore, or shuttle as close to the bothy as possible.

Yep - it's an easy 8km from the Glen to the bothy via the shortest route - most of that on tarmac.

Thanks for the kind thoughts Alasdair and Colin. We've had a chat about calling off and Fraser understands why. Hopefully we can meet up another time.