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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Bryan Charleston |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Long, hilly, quick - or any combination! This ride will be a normal 3*, not a normal Charleston hill-fest |
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Riders:Bryan CharlestonFrank Schroer Tony Smith Riders = 3 Report:Three hardy 3* regulars turned up on this damp chilly evening. We had a quick blast to circumnavigate Wantage, climbing 300m in total. We arrived back in a shade under 80 minutes having done a good evenings work at an average of just over 16 mph. | ||
Distance:29.77 km (18.50 mi) | ||
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10-mile club 1* | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Our longest ride of the season so far will take us to Gainfield and Stanford-in-the-Vale via Charney Bassett, returning via Park Lane. About 14 miles. |
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Riders:Andy BelcherBrian Hipwell Dennis Simpkin Edith Hipwell Henk Altmann (deceased) Lorna Swanton Steve Swanton Susan Holdroyd Riders = 8 Report:Our first wet ride of the season saw the 2* riders joining the 10-mile club for the evening. It was spitting gently when we set off and gradually got heavier as we made our way to Charney Bassett. Lorna turned back with a sore back at Denchworth and Henk left before Charney.We conferred. It didn't look like getting any better but probably wasn't going to get much worse either. So as all were wet already we decided to continue. Unfortunately, the rain gradually got heavier ... Miserable conditions, but it was not cold and it was at least good to be out in the fresh air. We had a brief stop under a large tree on Church green in Stanford, before returning via Park Lane and Asti stud. Back in Grove we went our separate and damp ways. A warm welcome to Dennis, who enjoyed the ride despite the weather. | ||
Distance:22.53 km (14.00 mi) | ||
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CANCELLED - Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Edith Hipwell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Enjoy an easy-paced ride around the local lanes. |
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Riders:Riders = 0Report:No 2* ride we joined Steve for the 1* | ||
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Saturday afternoon ride from Grove - easy 3* | 3* |
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Leader:Chris Walters |
Start Time:1:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:63km (40 miles) afternoon ride out to the Eynsham Emporium for tea, riding pace of 20-22km/h (13-14mph). This will be at the easier end of the 3* range for riders wishing to try a 3* ride - it's not hugely long, and pretty flat for a 3*, but we'll try and keep to the advertised pace. |
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Riders:Chris WaltersDavid Bridge Derek Boutle Des Higgs Geoff Neill John Tranter Kevin Fairs Neil Mowforth Stephen Quartermain Wenfeng Yang Riders = 10 Report:Well, we had no 2* "upgraders", so plan B was enacted, taking in a larger loop to the north of Eynsham before tea. Neil only just made it in time, and we picked up Kevin and Wen at Gainfield crossroads.An incident just after the A40 crossing saw a group of riders disappear off with no clue where they were going (the wrong way as it turns out), and they seemed to be all following each other. Anyhow the flock of lost sheep returned, somewhat sheepishly, eventually. First rule of club rides, know where you're going. Second rule of club rides, if you ignore rule 1, stick with the leader. Tea at Eynsham was splendid in the little courtyard, nice cakes and ice-creams all round. Kevin and Wen set off a little early to get a head start up the hill to Cumnor, and timed it perfectly! After that we had folks dropping off at various points to get back to their respective homes, and another "following the wrong person" incident, which nearly saw Geoff going back to Longcot with Des and Derek - I was sure Geoff lives in Grove! | ||
Distance:74.00 km (45.98 mi) | Ride Details:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/35772105 | |
Proposed Route: http://bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=129223" | ||
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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Nick Dunton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Long, hilly, quick - or any combination! |
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Report:Roads were greasy after rain most of the day but we managed to avoid mishaps, despite some poor road conditions around Ginge and Lockinge. And it stayed dry, apart from a few drops of rain. Route through Milton Park and the road alongside Didcot power station was surprisingly pleasant – good road surface and light traffic. 28 miles in total, getting back to Grove at 8.25 p.m. | ||
Distance:45.00 km (27.96 mi) | Ride Details:http://www.gps-sport.net/trainings/cycling_309397 | |
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CANCELLED - 10-mile club 1* | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Our hilliest ride of the season so far will take us out to the Letcombes with a short stop to admire the cress beds at Letcombe Bassett (Cresscombe in Jude the Obscure). We'll return via Childrey, the bridleway to West Challow, Circourt farm and Denchworth. About 10 miles. There will be a short stretch along the A417 with a right turn on the way back. |
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Riders:Riders = 0Report:Another cool and dampish evening saw another joint 1*/2* ride, this week with Edith leading.We'll try to repeat the 10-mile club Letcombe ride later in the season. | ||
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Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Edith Hipwell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Enjoy an easy-paced ride around the local lanes. |
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Riders:Andy BelcherBrian Hipwell Dennis Simpkin Edith Hipwell Jo Bindloss-Gibb John Stamp Philip Thornton-Evison Sara Smith Steve Swanton Riders = 9 Report:A pleasant evening steve Swanton joined our ride has no ten mile riders turned up there had been threats of rain but arrived. we enjoyed a ride out to letcombe regis , Letcombe Bassett down into Childrey left at the main road over the railroad bridge. Turned right towards Gooseythrough the village followed the road all the way to its end turning right to Charney Bassett right heading tolyford through the village back to Denchworth and home to Grove another great evening. | ||
Distance:27.36 km (17.00 mi) | ||
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Ten Miles to Fabulous | 1* |
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Leader:Angela Sanders |
Start Time:2:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Getting out into the fresh air on your bike burns the calories and gets your heart pumping. It can also lift your mood, put a smile on your face and improve your general well-being!CTC Wantage is inviting women and girls to come and cycle with other women on a 10 mile ride on Saturday 12 June. We will be leaving from Old Mill Hall, Grove at 2pm and will cycle at a pace that everyone can enjoy. If you are reading this as a regular cyclist but know a womam or girl who might want to come give cycling a go then give them a gentle nudge to come out on Saturday. So come and join us – get on your bike and feel fabulous. |
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Riders:Angela SandersBarbara Lambers Riders = 2 Report:Ten Miles to FabulousA group of women and young girls and one young boy had a great afternoon cycling the lanes. Naomi came over from Witney. Barbara came with Ben (4) attached to the bike and Ellie (. Jan, Lisa and Annette came from Challow with Nirvana, Lois, Hannah, Ella. The group all agreed they were all happy to cycle to the pub at Charney Bassett via West Hanney. We set off from Grove and went to Denchworth and on to West Hanney, where we stopped to admire the Village Green. Then took the road towards Kingston Bagpuize where we did not take the first turning to Charney but added a bit more to the trip to loop round to Charney. We got to Charney in time for last orders and sat and enjoyed the village atmosphere before heading back to Grove. A tremendous ride which saw a record number of women and young people out riding and we all felt FABULOUS. | ||
Distance:20.12 km (12.50 mi) | Ride Details:http://www.bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=142914 | |
Proposed Route: http://www.bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=142914" | ||
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CTC Oxfordshire Triennial Veterans' Century Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Eve Thornton |
Start Time:8:00 am |
Start Location:Islip |
Description:100 miles in 12 hours for veterans riders aged 50 and over. Pre-registration required at http://www.ctc.org.uk/trivets. |
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Riders:Bridget LambertDes Higgs Ellen Lee Eve Thornton Helen Beane James Dawton John Bridgman Maurice Bawden Mavis Rose Neil Warner Peter Hallowell Rex Belcher Ros Hallowell Stephen Lee Steve Swanton Sue King Teresa Belcher Riders = 17 Report:A great day out! Highly sociable and fun. Everything went extremely well excepting the unwelcome showers during the last hour of the ride. More details to come...Click on the link below to see photograph albums from the day. | ||
Distance:162.54 km (101.00 mi) | Ride Details:http://cid-4c332cebc34e1459.skydrive.live.com/redir.aspx?page=play&resid=4C332CEBC34E1459!106&Bpub=SDX.Photos&Bsrc=GetSharingLink | |
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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Amanda Seddon |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Long, hilly, quick - or any combination! |
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Riders:Amanda SeddonAngela Sanders Frank Schroer John Talbot Nick Dunton Philip Thornton-Evison Tony Smith Riders = 7 Report: | ||
Distance:39.11 km (24.30 mi) | ||
Proposed Route: http://www.bikemap.net/route/475297?127559639112915" | ||
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10-mile club 1* | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A return to Goosey this evening. Usually the green is a blaze of wild flowers in June and we will stop to visit the small village church. Return via Charney Bassett, Lyford and Denchworth - about 11 miles. |
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Report:A sunny if cool Summer's evening saw five of us follow the route as planned. Goosey green was indeed in its full glory as a grassy meadow. We stopped by the small church and finding it open were able to enjoy a look inside.We decided to have an impromptu stop at the Fox in Denchworth on the way home to celebrate Barbara's significant birthday... A mellow evening, thanks all. | ||
Distance:17.70 km (11.00 mi) | ||
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Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Chris Walters |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Enjoy an easy-paced ride around the local lanes. |
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Riders:Andy BelcherChris Walters Dennis Simpkin Des Higgs John Stamp Maurice Bawden Michael Tayler Naomi Mathews Richard Preece Sara Smith Steve Boreham Riders = 11 Report:A glorious evening, 11 set out from Grove, some not sure whether to attempt Hackpen or not. We got through the Letcombes without incident, climbed up to the base of Hackpen and then created the plan of action. Three riders would take a short-cut and then rejoin us on the other side of Childrey, and the rest set off, huffing and puffing. The north-easterly breeze was in our favour, and everyone made it to the top without stopping - well done to all.The descent back down to Sparsholt was loads of fun - 40mph +. Catching up with the breakaway group at Childrey (sunning themselves in the evening light), we carried on to Goosey, and then back to Grove. Great ride and great company - thanks! | ||
Distance:27.44 km (17.05 mi) | Ride Details:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/37021826 | |
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Offroad - 2* | 2* |
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Leader:Geoff Neill |
Start Time:1:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A flattish ride of about 35Kms going via Locking, East Ginge, East Hendred ,Chilton and up nearly on to the Ridgeway before heading down to Ardington for tea stop.lf conditions are good ,dry and warm,then I propose an addition to the ride( 3Kms). Going up on to the Ridgeway at Scutcham Knob (no Ardington tea stop) along to the Mounument ,part way down Chainhill and left down track to A338 and then into Wantage with tea stop at Sainsburys. Offroad bike recommended and bring some refreshments as tea stop is at the end of the ride. |
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Report:Six riders took part including Sue Sentance who rode the same event last year. A somewhat quicker pace from last year and a bit longer. I'm happy to say along dry tracks and the sun came out for part of the time.There were a number of minor incidents. Firstly a young crow decided it didn't want to move off the track adjacent to the Harwell site and had to be almost lifted to one side. We think it had a damaged wing but looked OK.The grassy descent(Middlehill Down) alongside Chainhill road contained some 200 sheep and there was some discussion as whether to proceed or go down the road. Eventually did so ,be it a little slower and with minimal movement of sheep. Finally yours truly took a dive into the shrubbery on a fast descent past Furzewick Farm to Wantage. He wasn't hurt as the general vegetation and nettles broke his fall. After a quick dust down of weeds from his back he was away off down the rest of the descent with tea taken at Sainsbury's. Overall an excellent ride inspite of the nettle rash. | ||
Distance:37.00 km (22.99 mi) | ||
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Regular Wantage Ride - 3* | 3* |
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Leader:Nick Dunton |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:Traditional Sunday outing – full day, average speed, pub lunch.FATHERS’ DAY, SO PUB LIKELY TO BE BUSY. PLEASE TRY TO LET ME KNOW IF YOU PLAN TO RIDE AHEAD OF TIME SO I CAN MAKE A BOOKING. First section is relatively flat with some short sections of cycle- path and narrow, potholed, and gravely lanes round Stoke Row [in part follows Sustrans National Route 5]. Lunch stop at The Reformation, Gallowstree Common [Brakspear beers and wide selection of food – full Sunday lunch, baguettes, baked potatoes, etc.]. Afternoon piece is on better roads but hilly [including Streetley Hill – the back, easier way] before the final swoop down Chain Hill. Distance: approx. 93 km [58 miles]. Full route: East from Wantage, Lockinge, Ginge, East Hendred, Steventon, Drayton, Sutton Courtenay, Appleford, Long Wittenham, Wittenham Clumps, Brightwell-cum-Sotwell, Wallingford, Crowmarsh Gifford, Over Ridge Way to Ipsden, Stoke Row, Gallowstree Common [lunch stop] Cane End, Hook End, Woodcote, Cray’s Pond, Goring, Streetley, Four Points, Compton, East Ilsley, West Ilsley, Farnborough, return to Wantage down Chain Hill. |
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Riders:Bridget LambertDerek Boutle Des Higgs Ginny Henderson Nick Dunton Steve Swanton Steven Rogers Tony Smith Riders = 8 Report:Good day with fine weather but chilly northerly wind. We changed lunch venue to Black Horse near Checkendon – only rolls on menu but a simpler option. One minor mishap with grazed elbow and brake hood. Nice to greet Bridget, who normally rides with the Oxford Section. Back in Wantage by 4.00 p.m. Total distance: 93km [58 miles]. | ||
Distance:93.00 km (57.79 mi) | ||
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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Chris Walters |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Tonight's plan is to do the old Fast and Furious course, but in reverse. Pace will be brisk but not too fast, allowing those doing events at the weekend (there's a few doing the Classic Dartmoor sportive) to loosen the legs up without overdoing it. No hills of note, except for the railway bridge at Denchworth. Twice. |
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Riders:Adam CharlestonAmanda Seddon Andrew Robertson Andrew Watson Angela Sanders Bryan Charleston Chris Walters Dan Cox David Ryan Dean Douglas Frank Schroer Ginny Henderson James Charleston Maurice Bawden Nick Dunton Peter Busby Robert Ryan Sorrel Williams Thomas Charleston Tony Smith Riders = 20 Report:A top rate evening. It started out badly with young Robbie having had a crash on the way over - bloodied and shaken, he was patched up by Tony, and we got under way. All 20 of us. What a fantastic turnout, no doubt helped by the weather and lack of England playing.The ride was without incident, and we cruised into the wind to Shrivenham, and then sailed back, dropping a few folks on the way who were taking their direct routes home to tea. Special mention for Adam (Bryans brother), Peter for a good workout after his knee op, Dan joining us while on holiday from university, Robbie for easily keeping up with us despite his battle wounds (and he's only 10 years old - one to watch for the future!), and finally "big brother" David who kept his spirits up and did what big brothers should. | ||
Distance:46.60 km (28.96 mi) | Ride Details:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/37830475 | |
Proposed Route: http://bikeroutetoaster.com/Course.aspx?course=145834" | ||
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Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Edith Hipwell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Enjoy an easy-paced ride around the local lanes. |
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Riders:Andy BelcherBrian Hipwell Dennis Simpkin Edith Hipwell Ginny Henderson Jo Bindloss-Gibb John Stamp Liz Buckle Philip Thornton-Evison Sara Smith Riders = 10 Report:A fairly fast ride out to Denchworth, Charney Bassett, Gainfield, Hatford, crossed the mainroad to Shellingford. Left towards Uffington, left again over the railroad bridge, left to Baulking with averyfast wind at a our back ride back onto the Wantage / Faringdon road taking a right then a left to Goosey right past Asti Stud back to Denchworth and home. Ride enjoyed by all they felt challenged but felt it was worth the effort. | ||
Distance:30.66 km (19.05 mi) | ||
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10-mile club 1* | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Tonight we'll be heading to Betterton, riding out via the cyclepaths to Lockinge and returning via Ardington and Lains Barn. Two great descents from the top of the hill at Ardington (great views) and past Lains Barn.Bike Week Event. |
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Report:A select group of 3 10-milers rode out from Grove on a beautiful summers evening. We followed the route as planned through Charlton to the Nelson and out along route 44 to Betterton. We stopped at the top to admire the views before speeding down the hill into Ardington.Here we stopped for a mellow half at the Boar's Head sitting outside in the sunshine. Refreshed, we decided to do part of the hill again, so returned to Lockinge, turned left up the hill, carried on past the church and then turned left up the estate road to regain the Ardington road by the Icknield Way. Lovely cooling breeze on the descent... As Lorna hadn't cycled in to Wantage from Lockinge before and Alvaro was heading back to Charlton anyway, we decided to retrace our steps to East Lockinge and back into Charlton. Another enjoyable evening. | ||
Distance:17.70 km (11.00 mi) | ||
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Saturday afternoon ride from Grove - 2* | 2* |
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Leader:Glen Savegar |
Start Time:1:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:45-55km (30 - 40 miles) afternoon ride, with a tea stop, at a riding pace of ~18km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly.This month we will head out on a flattish route, taking in Lyford, Fyfield Wick, Netherton, Appleton, Eaton, Cumnor, and Wootton. We then have the option of a short but steep climb to Boars Hill for lovely views across to the "dreaming spiers" of Oxford. Alternatively we can continue on the level to Cothill and Frilford Heath, returning to Old Mill Hall via Garford and West Hanney.We can choose which option to take on the day. Tea stop on route. Approx 52kms/32 miles |
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Riders:Brian HipwellDes Higgs Geoff Neill Glen Savegar James Wigmore Jan McCabe John Talbot Liz Buckle Maurice Bawden Neil Mowforth Stephen Quartermain Riders = 11 Report:A glorious summers afternoon cycling. Actually I was a bit concerned it might prove to be a bit too hot at first, but once underway the gentle pace ensured a comfortable temperature. In retrospect it was a slightly mixed bag of a route really, with some lovely quiet stretches and a couple of less inspiring but unavoidable bits.The ascent of Boars hill was well worth the huffing and puffing, and a good chance to pause at the summit to enjoy a well earned drink of water.The views across to Oxford were beautifully clear from the top road, followed by a cool swooping descent of Foxcombe Hill to rejoin the Wootton road.One slightly worrying moment on route to Cumnor was the sight of an upside down car in the ditch on the opposite side. On investigation it appeared the incident had happened a while back judging by the yellow "police aware"stickers. As a response to the impatient driver who decided to blast his horn(I doubt he/she will ever get to read this... but!..)You really do need to grow up and show a little respect! There may well have been casualties in that vehicle !.... The "Merry Miller" at Dry Sandford provided a pleasant cold drinks/coffee stop, before a very enjoyable final few miles cycling back to OMH in the lovely sunshine. Not one of my best rides I'm afraid, but some nice moments along the way !... Thanks everyone for your company ! : ) Glen S | ||
Distance:50.42 km (31.33 mi) | ||
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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Chris Walters |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Long, hilly, quick - or any combination! |
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Riders:Amanda SeddonChris Walters Dan Cox Des Higgs Frank Schroer Geoff Neill John Tranter Jon Seddon Maurice Bawden Peter Busby Philip Thornton-Evison Riders = 11 Report:A beautiful evening for a ride. I can't remember why it seemed a good idea at the time, but the route was out via the Letcombes and Childrey to Uffington and then straight up White Horse Hill. Always a good work-out. There were those amongst us who decided to take a certain short cut which did not perhaps involve as much of the Hill as might be considered decent, but they shall remain nameless.A quick bash back through the Vale to finish. Total distance of 25 miles. | ||
Distance:40.23 km (25.00 mi) | Ride Details:http://connect.garmin.com/activity/39126442 | |
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Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Edith Hipwell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Enjoy an easy-paced ride around the local lanes. |
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Riders:Andy BelcherBrian Hipwell Dennis Simpkin Edith Hipwell John Stamp Liz Buckle Paul Jarvis Richard Preece Steve Boreham Riders = 9 Report:Welcome to new rider Paul. Nine cyclists headed out of Grove in the direction of Lains barn for the first hill of the ride. We made exceedingly good time with everyone beating me to the top. Then for the roller coasters up and down the hills around Ardington and the Hendreds through Featherbed Lane and down the hill to Steventon where the cyclists thought I was leading them down a dead end lane - they have no faith in my judgement, but they followed reluctantly. We did make it back on the Hanney road and headed for home. But a cycle accident slowed us down when Dennis came off his cycle at traffic slowing bollards. with his back light broken and his pride hurt we continued home. | ||
Distance:27.36 km (17.00 mi) | ||
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10-mile club | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Our sociable and relaxed 1* evening rides continue with our longest ride of the season so far , following one of our classic Tuesday evening routes - to Kingston Lisle, a distance of about 16 miles. This is an opportunity to stretch our legs a bit during the long summer evenings.We'll go out via East Challow and the track to Childrey continuing on through Sparsholt and Westcot. Returning through the Vale via Goosey and Denchworth. Two short stretches along the A417. |
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Report:Another delightful balmy summer evening to be out on the bike. Lorna and I travelled out to Challow via Downsview Road and the track past Crown up to Segsbury. We rendezvoused with Barbara on the track to Childrey and continued along the minor roads through the Springline villages to Westcot, enjoying the views up to the Downs and down into the Vale. We stopped for a rest by the manor in Kingston Lisle.Refreshed, we enjoyed the whizz down the hill and then with the wind on our backs glided back to Goosey. Here Barbara needed to make a decision concerning her route back. As the loop via Denchworth opened possibilities of a quick stop at the Fox, it wasn't difficult... | ||
Distance:25.75 km (16.00 mi) | ||
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