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Thu Apr 3rd 2025

Daytime 1* Thursday Ride	1*

Contact: Lorna Swanton - 07766 757801	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph). A gentle ride up to the KBS cafe at Southmoor Village Hall, via Denchworth and West Hanney; returning via Charney Bassett.
Sunset: 7:42pm Twilight Ends: 8:16pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50099354

Thu Apr 3rd 2025

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Contact: Des Higgs - 07798 941250	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). Coffee at Bloomfield's in Shrivenham, it should be nice and sunny to sit outside.
Sunset: 7:42pm Twilight Ends: 8:16pm

Sat Apr 5th 2025

3* Saturday H/D Ride. Eling Way, Snelsmore.	3*

Contact: Eddie Little - 07512 645320‬	Start Time: 9:00 am	Start Location: The Beacon
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (60-70km / 38-45 miles), with a tea stop, riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. From Wantage we’ll head south into Berkshire covering the area around Beedon, Hampstead Norrey’s to Hermitage via the Eling Way & Snelsmore Common. Tea stop at The Boxford. Once refreshed we’ll return to Wantage via Leckhampstead & Chain Hill. Expect to be back in Wantage for 13:30pm. Ride distance 43miles/69km.
Sunset: 7:45pm Twilight Ends: 8:20pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49979531

Tue Apr 8th 2025

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Contact: Roger Postbeschild - 07554 664120	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Wantage Market Place
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. Route TBA
Sunset: 7:50pm Twilight Ends: 8:25pm

Tue Apr 8th 2025

Tuesday Evening 2* Ride	2*

Contact: Steve Swanton - 07857 527990	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph) Letcombes and Childrey
Sunset: 7:50pm Twilight Ends: 8:25pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29627938

Tue Apr 8th 2025

Tuesday Evening 3* Ride	3*

Contact: Jan McCabe - 07818 041362	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Lyford, Kingston Bagpuize, Fyfield, Longworth, Pussey
Sunset: 7:50pm Twilight Ends: 8:25pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42447998

Thu Apr 10th 2025

Daytime 1* Thursday Ride	1*

Contact: John Tranter - 07836 238350	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph).
Sunset: 7:54pm Twilight Ends: 8:29pm

Thu Apr 10th 2025

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph).
Sunset: 7:54pm Twilight Ends: 8:29pm

Sat Apr 12th 2025

2* Saturday Half Day Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (45-55km / 30-40 miles), with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph).
Sunset: 7:57pm Twilight Ends: 8:32pm

Sun Apr 13th 2025

Harlequin Hack	3*

Contact: Jo Little - 07900295322	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: Uffington
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. An all day ride, riding pace of 11-14mph. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely. This is a change to the originally planned route as the Harlequin Hack is on the same day. This is a popular and enjoyable 110km ride and entry must be booked in advance. It is likely to sell out, so booking early is advised. Details and entry are here: https://www.audax.uk/event-details/calendar/13256-the_harlequin_hack If you’ve not done an audax before, see here: https://www.audax.uk/about-audax/new-to-audax/ Please make sure you arrive in plenty of time to book in as it will start promptly at 9.30. Please let me know if you’re coming.
Sunset: 7:59pm Twilight Ends: 8:34pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11631422

Tue Apr 15th 2025

Tuesday Evening 1* Rides Restart	1*

Contact: Steve Swanton - 07857 527990	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: For our first Evening 1* ride of the season, a gentle ride to the green at Goosey and back via Denchworth, a distance of around 8.5 miles. It can get cold in the lanes on April evenings, so please wrap up; gloves recommended. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way.
Sunset: 8:02pm Twilight Ends: 8:38pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13302456

Tue Apr 15th 2025

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Contact: Roger Postbeschild - 07554 664120	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: WMP
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. Route TBA
Sunset: 8:02pm Twilight Ends: 8:38pm

Tue Apr 15th 2025

Tuesday Evening 2* Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph) Hanney, Lyford, Stanford
Sunset: 8:02pm Twilight Ends: 8:38pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/7457756

Tue Apr 15th 2025

Tuesday Evening 3* Ride	3*

Contact: Chris Bailey - 07789606500	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Letcombes, Hackpen Hill, Childrey and Goosey
Sunset: 8:02pm Twilight Ends: 8:38pm
Proposed Route: A loop south of Grove, up Hackpen, back via Childrey and Goosey · Ride with GPS

Thu Apr 17th 2025

Daytime 1* Thursday Ride	1*

Contact: Susan Holdroyd - 07751678095	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph).
Sunset: 8:05pm Twilight Ends: 8:41pm

Thu Apr 17th 2025

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph).
Sunset: 8:05pm Twilight Ends: 8:41pm

Sat Apr 19th 2025

Back on your Bike Ride 2025	1*

Contact: Steve Swanton - 07857 527990	Start Time: 2:00 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Our Annual Spring Ride aimed at those who haven't been cycling much over the winter and want to dust off their bike and get the pedals turning again. Newcomers will be very welcome and it's an opportunity for club members to bring family and friends. Please note that children are very welcome but need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. This will be a gentle ride around the quiet lanes of the Vale of White Horse visiting the villages of Denchworth, Lyford, Southmoor and Charney Bassett.There's a steady but gentle climb up to Southmoor but then a nice long gentle descent back to Chanrney Bassett. We'll stop regularly to catch our breath and take in the views and we'll a stop by the shop in Southmoor for refreshments (or ice creams or Easter eggs) about half- way round. The full route will be about 16 miles but there are several short-cut options for those who would prefer a shorter ride. Please bring a drink to slake your thirst. To help gauge number, please let the ride leader know if you are planning to come or have any queries about the ride.
Sunset: 8:09pm Twilight Ends: 8:45pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29715171

Sun Apr 20th 2025

Regular Wantage Ride	3*

Contact: Jan McCabe - 07818 041362	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: WMP
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Monthly 80-100km (50-65 miles) all-day touring ride, lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders.
Sunset: 8:11pm Twilight Ends: 8:47pm

Tue Apr 22nd 2025

Tuesday Evening 3* Ride	3*

Contact: Jo Little - 07900295322	Start Time: 6:15 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: NB THIS IS AN EARLY START TO ENABLE US TO DO SEVEN BARROWS EARLY IN THE SEASON. WE WILL LEAVE PROMPTLY AT 6.15 Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Seven Barrows, shorter route
Sunset: 8:14pm Twilight Ends: 8:50pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836142

Tue Apr 22nd 2025

Tuesday Evening 1* Ride	1*

Contact: Stephanie Haddrell - 07756034430	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: A scenic loop around the Vale to Lyford and West Hanney (11 miles). It can get cold in the lanes on April evenings, so please wrap up; gloves recommended. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way.
Sunset: 8:14pm Twilight Ends: 8:50pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27469877

Tue Apr 22nd 2025

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Wantage Market Place
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons.
Sunset: 8:14pm Twilight Ends: 8:50pm

Tue Apr 22nd 2025

Tuesday Evening 2* Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph) Hackpen, Sparsholt.
Sunset: 8:14pm Twilight Ends: 8:50pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34657569

Thu Apr 24th 2025

Daytime 1* Thursday Ride	1*

Contact: Lorna Swanton - 07766 757801	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Easy sociable ride of 24-32 km (15-20 miles) at a pace of 14-17km/h (9-11 mph).
Sunset: 8:17pm Twilight Ends: 8:54pm

Thu Apr 24th 2025

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph).
Sunset: 8:17pm Twilight Ends: 8:54pm

Sat Apr 26th 2025

3* New Forest Weekend	3*

Contact: Jo Little - 07900295322	Start Time: 9:00 am	Start Location: Lyndhurst
Description: This is day 1 of a two day visit to the New Forest. We are making it a weekend away and are staying in Lyndhurst from Friday to Sunday. We usually all meet up Friday evening for a meal at La Pergola, which is close to the ride starting point. It would be possible, however, to travel down early on Saturday and just treat it as a day ride. This year's New Forest ride has a new route, heading us into unfamilar territory to the north and west of the forest. As always we're keeping to quieter roads where possible and should see a good range of scenery, including both forest and heathland. We head to the north of Lyndhurst before dropping down near Fordingbridge. Here we do a quick extra loop to get to the first cafe stop at The Potting Shed at Hyde (27 miles) before rejoining the main route. We then skirt the edge of Ringwood before heading to The Old Farmhouse at Burley (50 miles), after which we take a familiar route back to Lyndhurst, including the ascent of Bolderwood Drive. 62 miles (100km) and just under 1000m of climbing. There is more climbing than in previous years, but is spread out throughout the day. The starting place for both days is the Bolton's Bench car park on the B3056 Lyndhurst to Beaulieu road. When approaching from Lyndhurst village (on the A35 Southampton Road) the B3056 is on the right hand side, opposite the fire station. The car park is immediately on the left. It has a large car park. Lyndhurst has several small hotels, including the Ormonde House Hotel and The Penny Farthing. There are also some B&B's. We have booked The Ormonde House Hotel for when we stay, and can highly recommend it as they are very friendly and helpful, but the area is popular so it would be best to book quickly. I am limiting both days to 12 riders, as any more is too much on these roads and we will split into 2 groups for ease of riding. Please contact me if you would like to put your name down. I have set up a Whatsapp group to help co-ordinate everything . I have contact details for nearly everyone but please could you ensure you have downloaded Whatsapp onto your phone. The ride is already fully booked. If anyone wants to be on a waiting list then please let me know.
Sunset: 8:21pm Twilight Ends: 8:58pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46838484

Sat Apr 26th 2025

2* Saturday Half Day Ride	2*

Contact: Steve Swanton - 07857 527990	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (45-55km / 30-40 miles), with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph).
Sunset: 8:21pm Twilight Ends: 8:58pm

Sun Apr 27th 2025

3* New Forest Weekend	3*

Contact: Jo Little - 07900295322	Start Time: 9:00 am	Start Location: Lyndhurst
Description: Day two sees us on more familar roads, with a reverse ascent/descent of Bolderwood before the scenic ride through Rhinefield ornamental drive. We then head south before loooping back north for the cafe stop at Bealieu (28 miles) before returning to Lyndhurst. 39 miles and 500m of climbing, again through a range of heathland, forest and villages.
Sunset: 8:22pm Twilight Ends: 9:00pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46806319

Sun Apr 27th 2025

Off Road Sunday Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: Wantage Market Place
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road half day ride around local tracks, usually 15-30 miles. Knobbly tyres required. We are keen to welcome new riders of all abilities.
Sunset: 8:22pm Twilight Ends: 9:00pm

Tue Apr 29th 2025

Tuesday Evening 3* Pub Ride	3*

Contact: Jan McCabe - 07818 041362	Start Time: 6:15 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: NB THIS IS AN EARLY START TO ENABLE US TO DO A LONGER RIDE EARLY IN THE SEASON. WE WILL LEAVE PROMPTLY AT 6.15. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Grove, Denchworth, Garford, Marcham, Fyfield, Charney Bassett, Goosey Pub night
Sunset: 8:26pm Twilight Ends: 9:03pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45583678

Tue Apr 29th 2025

Tuesday Evening 1* Ride & Pub Night	1*

Contact: Carin Tranter - 07771 823301	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: A scenic loop of the Vale to Charney Bassett and Lyford via Ock bridge (12 miles). It is also the first of our monthly summer pub nights with an optional stop at the Fox in Denchworth towards the end of the ride. It can get cold in the lanes on April evenings, so please wrap up; gloves recommended. Lights required if cycling home later from the Fox. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way.
Sunset: 8:26pm Twilight Ends: 9:03pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42176180

Tue Apr 29th 2025

Off Road Tuesday Evening Pub Ride	2*

Contact:	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Wantage Market Place
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights to borrow if you let us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons. Pub night
Sunset: 8:26pm Twilight Ends: 9:03pm

Tue Apr 29th 2025

Tuesday Evening 2* Pub Ride	2*

Contact: John Tranter - 07836 238350	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph) Lyford, Hinton Waldrist Pub night
Sunset: 8:26pm Twilight Ends: 9:03pm
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29754434

Ride Filter

Start Locations: WMP
Wantage Market Place; OMH
Old Mill Hall, Grove

Categories: 1* - Suitable for irregular, social, beginner or family riders, pace will match the slower riders. Not hilly or long. Expect rides up to 3 hours. Gentle exercise.; 2* - Suitable for regular riders who prefer to cover some distance but at a more relaxed pace. Likely to be half-day rides. Solid exercise.; 3* - Suitable for experienced riders, may be hilly, long, quick, or any combination! Likely to be half or full-day rides. Challenging exercise.; 4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.; More Information

Ride Calendar

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Tue Apr 1st 2025

—Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride
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—Tuesday Evening 2* Ride

—Tuesday Evening 3* Ride

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—3* Sunday Shortie ++
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Sat Mar 29th 2025

—5th Saturday Special - away day from Lechlade
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Thu Mar 27th 2025

—Daytime 1* Thursday Ride
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—Daytime 2* Thursday Ride
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Tue Mar 25th 2025

—Virtual Turbo

Sun Mar 23rd 2025

—3* Sunday Shortie
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Sat Mar 22nd 2025

—2* Saturday Half Day Ride to Lechlade
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Thu Mar 20th 2025

—RIDE CANCELLED - Daytime 1* Thursday Ride

—Daytime 2* Thursday Ride
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Tue Mar 18th 2025

—Virtual Turbo
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Sun Mar 16th 2025

—Regular Wantage Ride
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Sat Mar 15th 2025

—1* Saturday Half Day Ride to Steventon
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—Daytime 1* Thursday Ride
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—Daytime 2* Thursday Ride
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—3* Sunday Shortie. Seven Barrows
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Sat Mar 8th 2025

—2* Saturday Half Day Ride
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Thu Mar 6th 2025

—Daytime 1* Thursday Ride
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—Daytime 2* Thursday Ride
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Tue Mar 4th 2025

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Sat Mar 1st 2025

—3* Saturday Half Day Ride
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Thu Feb 27th 2025

—Daytime 2* Thursday Ride
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