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Tue Aug 11th 2020
Tuesday evening 2* A 1*
Leader:
Jan McCabe
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly.

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This is a pre-bookable 2* ride. To book your place, text your name and preferred ride to Jon Townsin on 07780 676051 no earlier than 9.00am on the Wednesday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
Details of the ride can be found in the map below.
Riders:
Jan McCabe
John Tranter
Jon Townsin
Riders = 3

Weather:
sunnyhot
Report:
As it had been so hot during the day (approx 34C) we decided that we would cut our hilly ride slightly short and enjoyed the views.
Climbed through the Letcombes up to Sparshot firs, then rather than the original planned route down towards the seven barrows road we took the descent to westcot, an intersting moment was had as we flew around a bend only to meet a tractor that was full width of the road, but were able to safely come to a stop and it sorted Jon's squeaky brakes!
Distance:
30.90 km (19.20 mi)
Ride Details:
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/33733284
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836142"
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Tue Aug 11th 2020
Tuesday Evening 2* B 2*
Leader:
Stephanie Haddrell
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly.

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This is a pre-bookable 2* ride. To book your place, text your name and preferred ride to Jon Townsin on 07780 676051 no earlier than 9.00am on the Wednesday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
Details of the ride can be found in the map below.
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31803934"
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Tue Aug 11th 2020
RIDE CANCELLED - Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride 2*
Leader:
David Yearley
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
RIDE CANCELLED - Sorry but no regular off-road leaders are available this week. We'll be back on the 18th as usual. - Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres and good lights required. We are keen to welcome new riders and have spare lights available to borrow if you let me know. Dark, cold and wet - we'll ride in any two. But please let me know if you are coming so I can tell you if I decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
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Tue Aug 11th 2020
Tuesday Evening 3* A 3*
Leader:
Andy Pixton
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.

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This is a pre-bookable 3* ride. To book your place, text your name and preferred ride to Jon Townsin on 07780 676051 no earlier than 9.00am on the Wednesday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.

Two spaces left for this ride...
Details of the ride can be found in the map below.
Riders:
Andy Pixton
James Bosley
LeeAnn Norris
Roger Postbeschild
Riders = 4
Report:
It was a very hot evening for a ride, though the four of us turned up, as booked. We were a compact group for most of the ride, spreading a little only on the odd hill. Having averaged a fairly brisk 3* pace, the ride leader slowed us all down, picking up a puncture on the farm track to Ginge. The group loyally chose to stay and wait for the repair, even though we were close to home. The last leg was pleasantly cooler, with sufficient twilight. Thanks to all for a very pleasant ride.
Distance:
43.88 km (27.27 mi)
 
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31945531"
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Tue Aug 11th 2020
Tuesday Evening 3* B 3*
Leader:
Katherine Boyce
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
WMP
Description:
Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.

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This is a pre-bookable 3* ride STARTING FROM WANTAGE MARKET PLACE. To book your place, text your name and preferred ride to Jon Townsin on 07780 676051 no earlier than 9.00am on the Wednesday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
Details of the ride can be found in the map below NB Route changed Thursday night and is now going to Faringdon :) PLEASE ENSURE YOU HAVE LIGHTS AS THE NIGHTS ARE DRAWING IN ALREADY!
Riders:
Chris Bailey
Joy Arthur
Katherine Boyce
Lisa Footner
Sharon Bedford
Riders = 5

Weather:
sunnyhot
Report:
Lovely ride to Faringdon via Uffington. Still very hot but being on the bike created enough of a breeze to prevent overheating!

Hope everyones enjoying these relaxing evening rides as much as I am :)
Distance:
41.00 km (25.48 mi)
Ride Details:
https://www.strava.com/activities/3899095776
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31945468"
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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.
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