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RSTurboPaul said:
I love driving this sort of almost-single-track(!) stuff that rolls around and feels like it's an organic part of the landscape that came about through historic use, instead of something being engineered and plonked on top of it - it feels like one is travelling back in time to how things used to be everywhere 
(and that's not a comment on Scotland in general 
lol 
)
We do a lot of that. You're closer to the landscape, the communities and 'heritage'. We've driven from Land's End to John O'Groats and from St David's Head to Ness Point (Lowestoft) by B roads and each time we've seen such a variety of scenery often on roads little more than farm tracks,hence why our car now has a sump guard! (and that's not a comment on Scotland in general lol )It's the way to see Scotland - and anywhere else really.
plenty said:
RSTurboPaul said:
I love driving this sort of almost-single-track(!) stuff that rolls around and feels like it's an organic part of the landscape that came about through historic use, instead of something being engineered and plonked on top of it - it feels like one is travelling back in time to how things used to be everywhere (and that's not a comment on Scotland in general lol )
It's not often that I come across a comment that really nails it in a new way, but you just did. That's exactly how I feel and why I prefer single tracks, roads that hug rivers etc. to say the Kylesku bridge or the massive EU-funded section of the A832 near Achnasheen (as spectacular as those roads are). (and that's not a comment on Scotland in general lol )
Riley Blue said:
We do a lot of that. You're closer to the landscape, the communities and 'heritage'. We've driven from Land's End to John O'Groats and from St David's Head to Ness Point (Lowestoft) by B roads and each time we've seen such a variety of scenery often on roads little more than farm tracks,hence why our car now has a sump guard!
It's the way to see Scotland - and anywhere else really.
LEJOG via B-road or less? That must have taken some time... lolIt's the way to see Scotland - and anywhere else really.
I'm guessing it's also not something that could be committed to memory easily!
This has triggered a thought in my head that I'm sure I've watched Neil Oliver or a similar archaeologist / historian type say that the Romans built on the past 'traffic' network, which must have evolved from neolithic times, as I'm sure the north of Scotland has had artifacts from and links to places like southern Europe (!), which must have been an incredible journey by foot and horse alone.
(I may be imagining that, of course... lol)
RSTurboPaul said:
plenty said:
RSTurboPaul said:
I love driving this sort of almost-single-track(!) stuff that rolls around and feels like it's an organic part of the landscape that came about through historic use, instead of something being engineered and plonked on top of it - it feels like one is travelling back in time to how things used to be everywhere (and that's not a comment on Scotland in general lol )
It's not often that I come across a comment that really nails it in a new way, but you just did. That's exactly how I feel and why I prefer single tracks, roads that hug rivers etc. to say the Kylesku bridge or the massive EU-funded section of the A832 near Achnasheen (as spectacular as those roads are). (and that's not a comment on Scotland in general lol )Riley Blue said:
We do a lot of that. You're closer to the landscape, the communities and 'heritage'. We've driven from Land's End to John O'Groats and from St David's Head to Ness Point (Lowestoft) by B roads and each time we've seen such a variety of scenery often on roads little more than farm tracks, hence why our car now has a sump guard!
It's the way to see Scotland - and anywhere else really.
LEJOG via B-road or less? That must have taken some time... lolIt's the way to see Scotland - and anywhere else really.
I'm guessing it's also not something that could be committed to memory easily!
This has triggered a thought in my head that I'm sure I've watched Neil Oliver or a similar archaeologist / historian type say that the Romans built on the past 'traffic' network, which must have evolved from neolithic times, as I'm sure the north of Scotland has had artifacts from and links to places like southern Europe (!), which must have been an incredible journey by foot and horse alone.
(I may be imagining that, of course... lol)
When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
Riley Blue said:
I wanted to do something different for my 70th birthday - so we did. We took a week and raised over £3,000 for local hospitals. The B-road idea came from Robbie Coltrane's book 'B Road Britain' and we navigated by tulip diagrams driving about 200 miles a day.
When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
Awesome When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
It can't have been a relaxing trip for whoever was keeping up with the Tulip reading!
Is there software to produce that stuff or did someone have to 'drive' it on googlemaps the whole way first?!
RSTurboPaul said:
Riley Blue said:
I wanted to do something different for my 70th birthday - so we did. We took a week and raised over £3,000 for local hospitals. The B-road idea came from Robbie Coltrane's book 'B Road Britain' and we navigated by tulip diagrams driving about 200 miles a day.
When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
Awesome When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
It can't have been a relaxing trip for whoever was keeping up with the Tulip reading!
Is there software to produce that stuff or did someone have to 'drive' it on googlemaps the whole way first?!
I mentioned my LEJoG/JoGLE idea for my 75th last night and received a
GetCarter said:
Red Devil said:
ETA... a bit colder today than yours!
http://stevecarter.com/16222.jpg
Edited by GetCarter on Wednesday 16th February 08:05
S80 said:
A bit off topic, but is that your car? If so, it looks like a Jag XF. Am looking for an interesting and fast- ish estate, the Jag is on my radar, what’s it like, if you don’t mind me asking?
Yep. It's the XF - it's the 300 BHP 4x4 version. (Estate as I have a big dog). As with all JLR stuff it's prone to electrical probs, but it's been fine for the 3 years I've owned it (apart from a front window issue, repaired under warranty). It's comfy, very sure footed, and overtakes pretty much as well as my Aston, Audi S4 and BM's did. Not in the same league as the BM M's or Audi RS, but they are also not in a similar league to price and running costs.
My dog likes it.
I have a RR p400e on order, so no matter how much JLR get things wrong, I'm still happy with the stuff they get right. Customer service varies region to region (you should check locally if you haven't owned before), but here in the Highlands, the German main dealers are most surely second best.
I've owned 7 JLR vehicles from new and this one hasn't disappointed. MPG is (of course) nowhere near what they say.... but there is no surprise there. I'm getting 26 mpg.
It's a very pretty car! (see my profile for a better pic) >> https://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/profile.asp?h=...
Edited by GetCarter on Sunday 20th February 13:15
some bloke said:
Ken Figenus said:
Great pics and tips guys on here and by DM - thanks a lot! A832 added to list!
Never had any issue with midges there but tend to go before or after the crowds April or Late Sept. Mind you this 1st pic was in June last year with the family and not a bite received. 1000 points to anyone who can name the places (2nd one is easy)!
Second one looks like the Applecross peninsular, 1st one looks like similar area but looking out to Rona/Raasay?Never had any issue with midges there but tend to go before or after the crowds April or Late Sept. Mind you this 1st pic was in June last year with the family and not a bite received. 1000 points to anyone who can name the places (2nd one is easy)!
The coast road from Applecross to Sheldaig between Kalnakill and Culag - https://goo.gl/maps/1o6dZWaeUbhgFRrA6
I have my doubts about the first one though. I reckon it's too close to be Rona/Raasay and the ridge profile doesn't seem right.
Plus I don't think Ken went to Applecross last June. It looks familiar but it's bugging me that I can't place it.
Riley Blue said:
RSTurboPaul said:
Riley Blue said:
I wanted to do something different for my 70th birthday - so we did. We took a week and raised over £3,000 for local hospitals. The B-road idea came from Robbie Coltrane's book 'B Road Britain' and we navigated by tulip diagrams driving about 200 miles a day.
When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
Awesome When I'm 75 I think we'll do it in reverse or maybe both ways.
It can't have been a relaxing trip for whoever was keeping up with the Tulip reading!
Is there software to produce that stuff or did someone have to 'drive' it on googlemaps the whole way first?!
I mentioned my LEJoG/JoGLE idea for my 75th last night and received a
Especially when the driver misjudges a blind crest at speed and your Don Barrow 'Poti' smartly disappears somewhere round your ankles!
I'm guessing the 67 miles is the A832 from Kinlochewe to Braemore Junction.
If so, the Tulips omit the junctions with the 'dead end roads to Red Point, Melvaig, etc.
Red Devil said:
Tulips are a breeze compared with reversed or circular herringbones.
Especially when the driver misjudges a blind crest at speed and your Don Barrow 'Poti' smartly disappears somewhere round your ankles!
I'm guessing the 67 miles is the A832 from Kinlochewe to Braemore Junction.
If so, the Tulips omit the junctions with the 'dead end roads to Red Point, Melvaig, etc.
I tried to explain basic herringbones once and was met with a blank look and "Wha...?"Especially when the driver misjudges a blind crest at speed and your Don Barrow 'Poti' smartly disappears somewhere round your ankles!
I'm guessing the 67 miles is the A832 from Kinlochewe to Braemore Junction.
If so, the Tulips omit the junctions with the 'dead end roads to Red Point, Melvaig, etc.
You're right about the 67 miles. This is supposed to be a holiday so road book instructions are 'sympathetic'.
ks!
some bloke said:
Second one looks like the Applecross peninsular, 1st one looks like similar area but looking out to Rona/Raasay?
You nailed it! 2nd one was hard. Had my back to Skye's East coast just south of the 'old man of Storr'.Gutted for you Riley Blue - hope you get to go soon.
Fuel in the Wick area/corner - what are my options for E5? Last time I was up there it was still the Shell in Thurso, but it's a Gleaner now - do they do E5? I can't see on the Tesco website if the Wick store has Momentum.
I'm only doing the NE corner, from Latheron to Tongue as part of a family history thing so not the NC500 or the west coast. Will fill up in Inverness on the way up but it would be good to know where I can get E5 if needed (car is v. thirsty)
I'm only doing the NE corner, from Latheron to Tongue as part of a family history thing so not the NC500 or the west coast. Will fill up in Inverness on the way up but it would be good to know where I can get E5 if needed (car is v. thirsty)
john- have a look on www.petrolprices.com and check fuel types in the area. That Riley is gorgeous, but beware of negative camber on highland roads. That sort of rear end do not like that. Reminds me of younger days up north with a Wolesley 1500 on roads in West Argyll.
john_1983 said:
Fuel in the Wick area/corner - what are my options for E5? Last time I was up there it was still the Shell in Thurso, but it's a Gleaner now - do they do E5? I can't see on the Tesco website if the Wick store has Momentum.
The Gleaner always used to do Super Unleaded.Pictures on Google Maps Streetview from October 2021 show Super Unleaded at the pump nearest the shop.
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