17-12-2019, 12:23 PM
I have done several Meashams, both as navigator and as driver. At one time, if you were in a post vintage A7, as I was, you were in the 'fast' class which meant averaging 30mph in places, which was a tall order. I believe that things are a bit more sensible now and any A7 will be set the lower average speeds.
If you are a newcomer, don't worry too much about your timing. Just drive at a steady speed in your A7 and you will not be far off. If you are catching up other cars and passing them, you are probably going too fast, and vice versa.
When I did the Measham in my Ulsteroid, I had about seven layers on and it was still cold. In the saloon I went prepared but did most of it in my shirt sleeves, it is so much more comfortable.
One small point, if you are in a saloon, make sure that you have a blind on the rear window or you will not be able to see a thing when a car comes up behind you.
Navigation is straightforward grid references. Accuracy of plotting and following the route are the important things, and of course you need to finish!
Good luck.
If you are a newcomer, don't worry too much about your timing. Just drive at a steady speed in your A7 and you will not be far off. If you are catching up other cars and passing them, you are probably going too fast, and vice versa.
When I did the Measham in my Ulsteroid, I had about seven layers on and it was still cold. In the saloon I went prepared but did most of it in my shirt sleeves, it is so much more comfortable.
One small point, if you are in a saloon, make sure that you have a blind on the rear window or you will not be able to see a thing when a car comes up behind you.
Navigation is straightforward grid references. Accuracy of plotting and following the route are the important things, and of course you need to finish!
Good luck.