Sorry ExCel but it was quite tricky trying to motivate the team to cycle to see this venue. As a result of a non-cycling day in Wembley, we were slightly out of sync and therefore we had reached our target destination whilst leaving a couple of venues still to visit.
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Walking towards ExCel for a photo in front of the building
accompanied by the people who could say, "Yes." |
The pedal down to ExCel was straightforward enough and we were able to line up a relatively unencumbered photo. What really made our trip to ExCel worthwhile, as has so often been the case, wasthe unscheduled chat we had with a group of busy LOCOG officials and police and the enthusiastic reaction to our ride we got from one of the soldiers at the barrier.
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| The happy trio |
We headed back to try and track down a relatively clear view of the Velodrome - this proved impossible from a bike, despite cycling to Leyton and points beyond.
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"There it is!", shrieks from the B&Q car park.
On reflection - not a great view! |
Down-hearted but not beaten we then headed for the 12th floor of the Staybridge/Holiday Inn building. No velodrome in view but...
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The Orbit ... hmmm maybe we'll come to love it -
we're sure the views would be spectacular. |
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Strange expression - must be the altitude.
P.S. this is the best photo of Jake here? |
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Aquatics Centre, Orbit, Stadium, Water Polo Arena.
The tents in front are for spectator checks.
The Shard, Gherkin and other London landmarks in background. |
The team then hung around to repeat the experience at night...
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| Funky view from Westfield 'viewing gallery'. |
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| Lit up against a leaden sky - very impressive! |
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Looking over to the Shard & Gherkin with pulsating lights
and musical accompaniment. |
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