O/T Trans-pennine bike ride

I'm a road biker and I am looking at cycling cross-country (West to East) for charity either camping or staying in hostels. Just hoping that you guys on here could help me out with any ideas about the route. Any knowledge about the best route (for a road bike) to take and any other valuable tips would be greatly received.

Thanks

 

Think there is one that goes from Carlisle to Whitby called the coast to coast with pubs and B+B's along the way try googling that

 

probably along the M62 , i reckon i could do it in 6 hrs

 

Here ya go lad good luck with that I would'nt get past the first pub.






http://www.c2c-guide.co.uk/

 

Trans pennine trail runs from Southport to Hornsea, on old disused rail track, I'm in training to do it next year it's about 220 miles (off the top of my head) mostly on designated cycle paths (though there are bits on the road) I tested a small section last week - near Crabley creek south cave (runs between the train line and the Humber) completely unsuitable for a road bike! I'm going to have to use my MTB. hope that helps (there is a dedicated website-have a look on google)

 

I know of some that did the Southport - Hornsea trail on road bikes, but they didn't stick to the designated route as it's not that good for road bikes for stretches. They went east west and then road back too!!!

The designated route in this area seems to take an odd route through the City in my opinion. Assuming you're doing the normal West - East route, you'll be coming from Selby. I'm not sure where the official route takes you, but the back roads aren't bad to North Ferriby, which then gives a pleasant off road stretch to Hessle with the Trail marked along the busy shopping area of Hessle Road into Hull Centre, then to the deep and toward the ferry terminal before scooting you onto the old Hornsea train line.

Personally, I wouldn't ride a road bike along the old rail line, but the obvious back roads to Hornsea are a nice ride and generally quiet.

I think you'd enjoy a visit to the City centre, but if it was me riding the route, I'd probably divert from Hessle, through Cottingham - Wawne and Skirlaugh to Hornsea.

A mapping site like bike route toaster should point you right, but ask again if you've any questions.

 

There's a Bridlington to Morecambe route.

 

Cheers guys for the info. It will be tough to get past the pubs especially if its bad weather. Looks like i'll probably try and make my own route that won't destroy my bike!

 

I've done the coast-to-coast myself, but to be honest I reckon you're better off just booking hotels/B&Bs etc for each night and then just use the link above as a guideline and change it as you see fit.

Unless of course you're not booking anything because you're one of these maniacs who bike for 48 hours straight to finish as quickly as possible

 

It's a full moon. keep off the moors, stick to the roads....... best advice.

 

A lot depends on your ability, but my understanding is that the Trans Penine Trail is the least demanding of the three main coast to coasts. I've done the Whitehaven Sunderland route and some that have done that did the way of the roses from Morcambe to Bridlington and this was seemingly harder.

That being the case, I reckon it's doable in one stop, so there's always the option of dropping your gear off at a room half way and then collecting it after the event?

I don't know them, but I'm aware that a few of the blokes at Bobs Bikes, Beverley Road Hull have done it each way. I reckon they'd be happy to help by sharing what they learned from their experience if you ask them.

http://bobs-bikes.co.uk/

 

I was stunned to see that the record for cycling LeJog (Lands End - John O'Groates) is LESS than 48 hours!!

(41 hours 4 minutes and 22 seconds) That's just not human.

There's also a non-stop race right across America. No stages like TDF, just set off on the west coast, first one to New York wins.

 

I know there is one that ends in robin hoods bay that's very popular

 

http://www.wayoftheroses.co.uk/index.html

stick wider tyres 25's, 28s or 32. if you have frame clearance...

 

Safe to say I took more of a west-stander approach, stopping off at some truly lovely meadows to eat our jolly good picnics.

 

That way of the roses route looks better than the normal trans-pennine route. I fancy some decent scenery while staying out of the cities. Does anyone know the road conditions along that route? As for accomodation, i think hostels or b&bs are my best option on a limited budget without lugging a tent around with me.