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Sat May 1st 2021
| 3* Saturday Half Day Ride | 3* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. Likely to visit distant destinations. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely.Following the earlier May Day madness, this is a more normal 3* half day ride. over Hackpen Hill and down to Lambourn, along the lovely river valley to East Garston for a cafe stop at the wonderful Priscilla's Kitchen, then down to Great Shefford, up the big ramp to Chaddleworth and home via Brightwalton and down Chain Hill. A short but fairly hilly 30 miles and we should be home by 12.30. |
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Report:It was a helpful coincidence that the six riders booked for this ride had also chosen to do the earlier Oxford ride. This made the timings a bit less critical. Mind you, this also marked them out as especially bonkers given that we were going to add 30 hilly miles to the 45 already done (it has to be said that the top prize for bonkers-ness went, as it so often does, to Jan who decided to carry on in the afternoon and notch up a century).After the between-rides cafe stop at Costa in Grove, our departure was held up by a puncture for me before we even got to Wantage. All fixed and we set off again. All went smoothly and it was impressive how well everyone was going after the earlier endeavours. A great spread at Priscilla's Kitchen fuelled us up for the big ramp to Chaddleworth and we just about dodged the rain clouds before the swoop down Chain Hill. Thanks to all for a sterling effort taking us to 75 miles before lunch! | ||
Distance:48.28 km (30.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/66451181 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35762967" | ||
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Sat May 1st 2021
| May Day sunrise special Oxford ride | 3* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:5:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This year May Day falls on a Saturday and it feels sad that the ancient Oxford tradition of the choir singing at sunrise from the tower of Magdalen College can't take place. So I have come up with the slightly bonkers idea of putting on a May Day sunrise ride to Oxford and back. The bad news is - it starts at 5.30. The good news is this means we can catch the wonderful early morning light on the river and the ancient buildings of Oxford.We head out to Fyfield, under the Tubney tunnel and across to Sunningwell before joining the river by Kennington for a lovely route into town past the College boathouses with views across Christ Church Meadow. Then we will take a look at some of the best buildings Oxford has to offer (including my own St Cross College) before heading out of town again to Wolvercote for a big loop around Port Meadow. Finally we conquer Cumnor Hill and head for home. It is just over 40 miles and my plan is to be back in Grove by 9. For many of you, that will be enough for one day, but some of you may be mad enough to join me at 9.30 for the regular 3* ride! Costa in Grove will be open for either post-ride or between-ride refreshments and facilities. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. |
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Riders:Chris BaileyClare Hazell James Bosley Jan McCabe Jo Little John Tranter Lisa Footner Lizzie Hardingham Sharon Bedford Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 10 Weather:  Report:It was amazing that 10 of us were mad enough to think this was a good idea! Many thanks to Jo for leading a second group on the road, although we kept each other in sight and were able to gather a bit closer for photo opportunities and tour guide moments.There was frost on the ground as we set off, but we were rewarded as a result with the most glorious sunrise in a clear sky. We made good time over towards Oxford and enjoyed the really nice path from Kennington to the river. There was mist on the water as we headed into town along the towpath and it was a personal delight to see the Wolfson/St Cross ladies eight boat training on the river. The centre of town was eerily quiet but the buildings were glowing in the low light and it all looked very magical. Tourist moments over, we headed around Port Meadow, conquered Cumnor Hill and made good time back to Grove. Thanks to everyone for being there at such a crazy start time and for wonderful company. A thoroughly enjoyable ride! | ||
Distance:72.42 km (45.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/66439322 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35762947" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Martyn Wigmore |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride.Our leisurely and sociable 10-mile club 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 about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, 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. |
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Report:Bit breezy and overcast but stayed dry for an enjoyable ride. | ||
Distance:16.09 km (10.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27580879" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride A | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly.A nice flat North Vale loop, with some beautiful villages to pass through. Lights essential. 19 miles / 30km |
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Report:A nice mellow ride to the north of the Vale, a bit of criss-crossing with Group B and some good chat in the group.Near perfect weather for us - although we could see the storm clouds swirling around the Vale. Thanks to all for a great evening out. | ||
Distance:30.58 km (19.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/66656832 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29754434" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride B | 2* |
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Leader:Gareth Smith |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:I always like the routes that take us north of the A420 - apart from the issue of actually crossing that road of course. As ride leader I had failed to check properly that I know which was the correct turning to take to go round Hinton Waldrist village (although others in the group knew it). As the other 2* group caught us up near there we were able to simply follow them for a short stretch.It had been a very windy day and we anticipated being blown around. In the end the wind died down and wasn't really a problem. On our way out we could see a couple of patches of cloud and rain in the middle distance but fortunately we never encountered these and had a dry ride. The low sun on the way back, particularly on the gentle downhill from Gainfield to Charney Bassett, shed some lovely light over the surround countryside, | ||
Distance:30.09 km (18.70 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29754434 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29754434" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride A | 3* |
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Leader:LeeAnn Norris |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. |
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Report:An interesting ride tonight which the ride leader was a little nervous of as we had hail less than 1 hour before the ride commenced. Following a scavenger hunt for car keys left on a roof for fun before departing, it was a snappy pace with the wind at our backs for a change. A bit more like a winter ride tonight with wind gusts which were tricky from time to time. Navigating through the busy bumpy road leading to Abingdon was all good. As we made our way along the back half of the route, the wind changed so we enjoyed a head wind for the remainder of the ride. Was very happy to have an alternate option to take the bypass under the A420 - thanks Roger! Once arriving back at OMH, the temperature was dropping fast which I clocked at 8 degrees, so most departed rather swiftly. Thanks to all the riders for playing find the keys tonight . | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836186" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride B | 3* |
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Leader:Katherine Boyce |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.Route below, a nice straightforward cycle up White Horse Hill, this will involve waiting at the top for me to arrive  |
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Report:With a stiff headwind, 5 of us ploughed our way to White Horse Hill. Commending all the patient drivers on a particularly busy Springline road to Childrey, it was a relief to find quieter routes.As we all agreed the wind was not going to prevent us climbing the Hill and turned for the climb, the rain started and gradually became hail before some of us reached Dragon Hill. The wind made it's presence felt at times but before long we arrived at an empty carpark and fantastic views of the weather. The hail return as we made for the downward leg- very painful  . Not long before we were entering Uffington (minding the adult electric scooters as the whizzed past us). With a glorious tailwind we made short work of the return. We all peeled off from Grove onwards, eager to get home for a warm-up after the bitter cold - quite ridiculous for this time of year! Great group to be out with | ||
Distance:33.71 km (20.95 mi) | Ride Details:https://www.strava.com/activities/5242763477 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35866959" | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride (Gentle) | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:We'll be taking it easy tonight to give people a chance to get some off-road experience as the nights get longer.We'll head up Goddards Brook, the least painful way to the Ridgeway, and pause a few times to admire the view. Then we'll head east to enjoy some woody singletrack, and return making use of the new Icknield Way. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres and reasonable 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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Report:Our first 'Gentle' ride of the season and reaching a full complement of 6, despite a couple of regulars not making it. I think we'll do this again every First Tuesday of the month and see how it goes.Despite being an easier paced ride, we still like to get up to the Ridgeway, so we took the most relaxed way up: out of Wantage via the cyclepath and up in two bites, by Knights' Farm / Goddards Brook and Bitham Woods. We then had a gentle tail wind to push us along the ridge to Scutchamer Knob. There we saw a glorious rainbow! Down to the corner of Harwell campus, which allows people to pick their own pace, from fast to measured. Then round the 'Harwell edge' woods and back along the new Icknield Greenway, tut tutting at the low-friction surface. Despite rain in the day, the ride was dry and we avoided almost all mud, and didn't really need lights except as a safety precaution coming back in to Wantage. As a final treat a few of us headed for the garden of Kings Arms and sunk a post ride pint. The first for many many months! | ||
Distance:24.14 km (15.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 4th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride C | 3* |
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Leader:Eddie Little |
Start Time:6:15 pm |
Start Location:The Beacon, Portway, Wantage. |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader on 07512645320 no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. |
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Report:A nice evening ride with great company! | ||
Distance:34.28 km (21.30 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35866959" | ||
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Thu May 6th 2021
| Daytime Thursday 2* | 2* |
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Leader:Des Higgs |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Sociable rides from 24km-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 16-19km (10-12 miles) per hour. Please check website on the morning of the ride if the weather is poor as the ride may be cancelled or the start time changed. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Friday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.This week we are going to Faringdon (approx. 25 miles), via Denchworth, Goosey, Baulking and Fernham. We will have refreshments at Faringdon Coffee House in the square. We will return via Shellingford, Hatford, Gainfield, Charney Bassett and back to Grove. There will be two small(ish) hills and a stretch on the A417. |
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Report:The rain stopped just as we left Old Mill Hall and never returned (the sun always shines on the righteous?) We had a very good social ride with me leading from the middle and the front talking to everyone! The scenery at this time of the year is outstanding so we all took it in as we rode. We finally arrived at Faringdon Market Square where the Coffee House is and we all enjoyed our coffee and cake sat by the Portwell. I told everyone the basic changes in Faringdon over the last 70 years (I am full of worthless info!) We rode back at a very steady pace with only one incident when David's chain came off - no problem! Thank you very much one and all and I hope you enjoyed it as much as I did. | ||
Distance:37.63 km (23.38 mi) | ||
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Thu May 6th 2021
| Cycle and meet up |
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Leader:Des Higgs |
Start Time:11:15 am |
Start Location:Faringdon Coffee House |
Description:This is an event where a destination (Usually a cafe) and time is set and riders make their own way to meet with friends to enjoy a socially distanced coffee and chat. This is not a led ride. The start time above is the time scheduled for meeting at the venue. Make your own way there and back as you wish.This week the coffee stop is at Faringdon Coffee House in the square. |
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Sun May 9th 2021
| 2* Half Day Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. Half day ride (45-55km / 30-40 miles), with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. Might be a struggle for new or irregular riders in winter months.A ride out to Radley Lakes via Cothill and Kennington and on to Abingdon for coffee. Back via peep o day lane Drayton and Hanney. |
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Riders:David JacksonDes Higgs Diana Whidborne Jan McCabe John Tranter Karl Blake LeeAnn Norris Roger Postbeschild Sarah Lewis Stephanie Haddrell Steve Swanton Riders = 11 Report:Due to inclement weather forecast for Saturday the ride was changed to Sunday, a verry sensible suggestion from Steve S, thanks! We stayed dry and were able to accommodate more riders on Sunday so a win win situation.We rode as two separate groups, maintaining social distance. Thanks to John Tranter for leading the second group, which fairly early on became the first group as Steph had a puncture, just after Frilford Heath. Thank you to Des, Karl and David for coming to the rescue as it was a seriously damaged tyre and inner tube. I was very supportive( Ha ha) and Di and Sarah did a sterling job of keeping Morale high! Thanks to all for their patience. John's group of Lee Ann< Steve Jan and Roger took the opportunity to press on which was a bonus as they were hot on our heels from the outset. The weather throughout was cloudy but warm and at times a little breezy but considerably more pleasant than Saturday. The company was excellent and it was a real pleasure to be out with a group of friends. The pathway from Radley Lakes to Abbey meadow is very scenic and wasn't too busy; if a little muddy in the early stages, sorry Des if you had to go home and clean your bike! Sarah did very well coping with a chain situation, with an audience just at the busiest part of the ride in Abbey meadow- well done! It was lovely to catch up with John's group in the town square at Abingdon and the staff at Throwing Buns cafe were most welcoming and the cakes amazing. Riding back along the river and via the cycle path was a pleasure and the ride back was without incident. On our return we were all treated to some amazing brownies courtesy of Des's lovely wife Chris I think it was a unanimous 10 all round. Thanks Chrisx | ||
Distance:56.33 km (35.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/63460062?privacy_code=8vHxw4QfcWSZfz9D" | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Martyn Wigmore |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride.Our leisurely and sociable 10-mile club 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 about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, 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. |
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Report:Damp start but dried enroute. | ||
Distance:19.31 km (12.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27459351" | ||
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Written by : Martyn Wigmore Posted on : April 27, 2021 at 9:35 PM |
Nice steady ride with a few spots of rain towards the end. |
Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride A | 2* |
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Leader:LeeAnn Norris |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:It was a soggy beginning with a group of dedicated riders. One slight miscue by the fledgling ride leader which was quickly corrected by a supportive group. We made the decision to ride out the full route but did make some changes to lessen the amount of time on the busy A338. A route with lots of variety and some lovely views through peaceful villages. Thankfully the rain did not last and we were even rewarded with some brief glimpses of a lovely sunset. | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/48581154" | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride B | 2* |
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Leader:Jan McCabe |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text (or whats app) the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:As the weather was wet and damp, and looking like it could get worse at any point we decided to opt for a slightly shorter option, whilst still going in the general direction of the original route. Took an option I'd recently discovered through Kingston Bagpuise business park to cut out a short stretch of A415 | ||
Distance:28.00 km (17.40 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36067331 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/48581154" | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride A | 3* |
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Leader:Jon Townsin |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.A flat ride out to Compton Beauchamp (hopefully to see May Blossom Alley) and back via Uffington. A longish ride so please bring your lights - and mud guards if its wet! |
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Report:A swift dash around the vale managing to evade any rain showers but picking up plenty of road debris from the many puddles!Sadly no showing of May blossom as yet so, better luck next time. We made it back in good light so thanks to everyone for keeping up with the pace and thanks for the good company | ||
Distance:42.00 km (26.10 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35854311" | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride B | 3* |
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Leader:Sharon Bedford |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. |
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Report:Full turnout of riders despite the heavy rain that fell in the hour before we started. A bit drizzly on our first climb (up court hill) but we were rewarded by a rainbow at the top. After that we stayed mostly dry - apart from the spray off the wet roads.Going up onto the downs is always worthwhile for the views and tonight was no exception. We found some nice quiet lanes and caught glimpses of bluebells in the woods. As well as the first part of the ride being the hilliest there was also a stiff headwind. However this meant we had a tailwind on the way back so the descent of Chain Hill was a joy. Thanks to the group for being very easy to lead - on what was my first outing as a ride leader. | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35873719" | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:Forecast to rain, but the very light drizzle at the start soon tapered off and didn't start again until we were safely home. And we picked a route that wasn't too bad for mud. Even a little burst of sun!Up at Letcombe via the hillfort, then East and across Moonlight Barn to the water tower and down to Lands End. Up the other side and down to Betterton and home. Not long, but quite hilly. | ||
Distance:24.14 km (15.00 mi) | ||
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Tue May 11th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* C Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Roger Postbeschild |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A lightly modified version of the A group ride, with a lot less A417. |
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Report:Upped the distance a bit at 45 km and a decent average pace of 22.5 kph. Don't often go that way up to Compton Beauchamp, it is steeper!Blossom Alley was a big disappointment with our distinctly chilly spring - sorry Steph! | ||
Distance:45.00 km (27.96 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35947606" | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35947606" | ||
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Thu May 13th 2021
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Diana Whidborne |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Sociable rides from 24km-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 16-19km (10-12 miles) per hour. Please check website on the morning of the ride if the weather is poor as the ride may be cancelled or the start time changed. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Friday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.Heading out to Letcombe Regis Letcombe Basset stopping at childrey for coffee, on to westcot, Kingston lisle, Goosey and home. |
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Riders:Carin TranterDavid Bridge Des Higgs Diana Whidborne Ernie Trimble Patrick O'Leary Stephanie Haddrell Susie Turnbull Riders = 8 Report:A great turn out considering the weather forecast was so wetWe had two groups of 4 I led one group with Carin, Des. & Patrick, Thank-you to Susie for leading the second group with Step, Ernie & David, The whole ride was very wet, flooding on the roads, we stopped at Childrey stores and had very welcomed hot drinks, a really nice fun catch up under the canvas awning outside the stores, Ernie had a slight mishap by draining the water from the awning over Susie We also discussed next weeks ride, After drinks we took a quicker route home, as we had started to feel cold Good ride and company despite the conditions | ||
Distance:24.14 km (15.00 mi) | ||
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Thu May 13th 2021
| Cycle and meet up |
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Leader:Diana Whidborne |
Start Time:11:00 am |
Start Location:Childrey Stores |
Description:This is an event where a destination (Usually a cafe) and time is set and riders make their own way to meet with friends to enjoy a socially distanced coffee and chat. This is not a led ride. The start time above is the time scheduled for meeting at the venue. Make your own way there and back as you wish.Meeting for coffee at Childrey stores at 11.clock |
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Sat May 15th 2021
| 1* Saturday Morning Ride to East Hendred | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:A 15-mile, figure-of-eight ride to East Hendred with a stop for refreshments at the Hendred Store and Post Office. We'll head out through Charlton, joining the sustrans route 544 on Larkhill through to Lockinge and climbing steadily to Ginge. We'll then enjoy the long descent to West Hendred. A short stretch of the A417 will bring us to East Hendred. We'll return to Ardington using the new Icknield Greenway returning to Grove via Lains Barn, with another long descent into the Vale to enjoy.Note that this has been switched to a morning ride due to limited opening times of cafes. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. Monthly 16-32km (10-20 miles) family and social afternoon rides, usually with a tea stop, at a riding pace of 13-16km/h (8-10mph). Occasional short or gentle climbs. |
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Report:What a lovely ride. Undeterred by light rain as our small group gathered at OMH, we were rewarded with a mostly dry ride amid all the showers. By the time we reached the Nelson the first shower had passed and we were able to enjoy the lusciously fresh, green, tree-lined corridor that is the NCN route 544 that climbs steadily through Lockinge and Betterton to Ginge. After a brief stop, we continue to the top of the climb before the long descent into West Hendred. A short stretch of downhill on the A417 into the Hendred dip brought us into East Hendred. We were soon parking up outside the villages stores and post office. We were warmly welcomed, the service of hot drinks and fresh bakes went smoothly and we were able to sit outside on a picnic bench and enjoy a natter.It started to spit with rain towards the end of our break and then more heavily as we climbed out of the village. But by the time we had reached the Icknield Greenway, the shower had passed and it remained dry for the rest of the ride, with even the odd glimpse of brightness through the clouds. The general concensus on the track surface was "not too bad", although the quicker the fine loose gravel across most of the surface is removed, the better to avoid rutting and potholing along the narrow, cleared tracks . For those who hadn't used the bridge over Ginge brook before, the sharp climb out of the gully on the Wantage side came as a bit of a surprise (despite warnings to keep in low gear). Noticeably, a muddy short-cut is already developing across the zig-zag climb to avoid a tree where riders (such as me) have come across the bridge slightly too quickly. Something the county engineers need to be made aware of. Apart from the stony descent to the bridge, the worst part of the route was the un-remade public road into Ardington. We eased our way up to the Lains Barn cross-roads and enjoyed the long descent down into the Vale. Back in Grove by 12:20, we continued chatting for a while before heading our separate ways. Thanks all for your company. Great to catch-up with Di, Des and Karl. Hoping for similar fortune with the weather tomorrow. | ||
Distance:23.82 km (14.80 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35990813" | ||
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Sun May 16th 2021
| Regular Wantage Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Katherine Boyce |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description: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. Climbing almost inevitable. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. All-day touring ride (80-100km / 50-65 miles), lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing almost inevitable.WEATHER UPDATE 15 May: The weather is not looking promising for Sunday and we will take a final decision on the ride by 8.30 on Sunday morning. If the weather is wet but rideable, our current Plan B is to do a half day ride with one stop (either Coleshill or Stanford-in-the-Vale) that has plenty of places we can quickly return to Wantage from, see: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36038877 Hopefully there will be no need to cancel the ride altogether. NB ride updated on 9/5/21: A relatively flat, 100km all day ride. Along the Springline and out to Highworth before taking some lovely roads (and almost roads) to Fairford. An early stop for takeaway from Lynwood before heading up to pretty villages before making our way back via Aston Pottery for a second stop and thence to Wantage. Expect to be back mid-afternoon. |
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Report:Well were we lucky with the weather today! Having had backup plans for a shorter ride or cancelling due to the wet forecast, we got away with a bit of light drizzle in the morning and a couple of heavy showers in the afternoon. ResultBeautiful part of the country; really good food from Lynwood Fairford; a chance to catch up with some of the second 3* group and a great bunch of riders on our group: you really are living the dream as leader on such a ride. Oh and someone spotting I had dropped one of my spare gloves that Andy then went and retrieved for me. Luck was definitely with us today | ||
Distance:100.20 km (62.26 mi) | Ride Details:https://www.strava.com/activities/5308210694 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35959933" | ||
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Sun May 16th 2021
| Regular Wantage Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:The Beacon |
Description: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. Climbing almost inevitable. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. All-day touring ride (80-100km / 50-65 miles), lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing almost inevitable.WEATHER UPDATE 15 May: The weather is not looking promising for Sunday and we will take a final decision on the ride by 8.30 on Sunday morning. If the weather is wet but rideable, our current Plan B is to do a half day ride with one stop (either Coleshill or Stanford-in-the-Vale) that has plenty of places we can quickly return to Wantage from, see: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36038877 Hopefully there will be no need to cancel the ride altogether. NB ride updated on 9/5/21: A relatively flat, 100km all day ride. Along the Springline and out to Highworth before taking some lovely roads (and almost roads) to Fairford. An early stop for takeaway from Lynwood before heading up to pretty villages before making our way back via Aston Pottery for a second stop and thence to Wantage. Expect to be back mid-afternoon. |
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Report:After watching the weather forecast over the last few days and, at one time, being doubtful that we would even get to ride at all it was great to wake up to blue sky and sunshine. We had a couple of showers during the ride, but otherwise good weather.The scenery was beautiful - thank you Kath for the route. It was a good tempered group throughout the ride and it was great to catch up with some people I hadn't seen for ages. It was also good to get the first 100k ride in for this year (for me at least). Thank you everyone for being such a good group to ride with. | ||
Distance:100.26 km (62.30 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35959933" | ||
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Sun May 16th 2021
| Regular Wantage Ride (2* from Grove) | 2* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride.Based on the route of Kath's 3* ride starting from Wantage at the same time, here is a 2* alternative, for those who would enjoy a full-days riding but at a steadier, 2* pace (11-13mph). With a few route tweaks to start from Grove, this is a 100km ride with a few ups and downs (but no major challenges), taking in some of the prettiest villages and quiet lanes through the Cotswolds. We'll have an early lunchtime stop in Fairford with takeaways available at the Lynwood Cafe and a second stop at Aston Pottery on the way home. Expect to be back in Grove around 4:30pm. WEATHER UPDATE 15 May: The weather is not looking promising for Sunday and we will take a final decision on the ride by 8.30 on Sunday morning. If the weather is wet but rideable, Plan B for the 2* ride is to do a half-day ride following the planned route towards Highworth then turning back for a stop at Coleshill. The route also provides options to return to Grove earlier. Hopefully there will be no need to cancel the ride altogether. Fingers crossed! |
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Riders:Des HiggsKarl Blake Roger Postbeschild Sally Bensoussis Steve Swanton Susie Turnbull Riders = 6 Weather:  Report:Lovely day out with good company and luck on our side weatherwise. Thanks to Kath for a beautiful route. Fuller report to come. | ||
Distance:100.07 km (62.18 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35992611" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride.Our leisurely and sociable 10-mile club 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 about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, 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. |
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Report:Well that was fun ! Despite all the recent rain and a multitude of puddles our intrepid band completed the route as planned. It was a little slippery in places along the bridleway from East Hendred Upper Mill. But we all made it through without incident just before a sharp shower caught up with us. The track from West Hendred to Denchworth was at its smoothest for a while and we stopped to admire the panorama from the top of the rise. It really does feel like being in the middle of nowhere. Welcome back Paul and thanks everyone for being so game. | ||
Distance:16.58 km (10.30 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27570762" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride A | 2* |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:A lovely evening for a ride after some rather sharp showers.We headed out with the other 2* group in sight and made our way on a flat circuit around the vale. Out via Denchworth where we had a hare and tortoise experience with the 1* group. We then made our way towards Uffington via Goosey and Baulking in fine weather although the rain started as we approached Uffington. We headed out of Baulking to Shellingford and returned via Hatford and Stanford in the Vale. A super ride with great company. | ||
Distance:33.80 km (21.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35371696" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride B | 2* |
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Leader:Des Higgs |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:A lovely evening for a ride after some rather sharp showers.We headed out with the other 2* group in sight and made our way on a flat circuit around the vale. Out via Denchworth where we had a hare and tortoise experience with the 1* group. We then made our way towards Uffington via Goosey and Baulking in fine weather although the rain started as we approached Uffington. We headed out of Baulking to Shellingford and returned via Hatford and Stanford in the Vale. A super ride with great company. | ||
Distance:33.80 km (21.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35371696" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride A | 3* |
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Leader:LeeAnn Norris |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.Change of route because of flooding/road debris on proposed route. We're now going up Hackpen, down Sheepdrove, along Seven Barrows looping back through Goosey and Denchworth. |
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Report:A smallish but mighty group of 4 that enjoyed working at the top end of a 3 star ride. Lovely views descending down into Lambourn, after a challenging headwind up Hackpen Hill. Thankfully no rain tonight along the ride, though clearly we had missed the rain in Denchworth and Grove as we circled home. Some light flooding as we headed out of Lambourn. All in all, a lovely night for a ride | ||
Distance:39.27 km (24.40 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27454525" | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27454525" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride B | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.Change of route because of flooding/road debris on proposed route. We're now going up Hackpen, down Sheepdrove, along Seven Barrows and through Childrey back to Wantage. 40k. Please remember lights. |
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Report:Change of route because of flooding and debris on original ride. Luckily there was no rain this evening, though a headwind made the ascent of Hackpen harder than normal. We were rewarded by the lovely scenery over Sheepdrove and Seven Barrows.Thanks for being a good group to lead. | ||
Distance:40.23 km (25.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36074368" | ||
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Tue May 18th 2021
| Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride | 2* |
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Leader:David Brown |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:Another great ride! | ||
Distance:28.97 km (18.00 mi) | ||
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Wed May 19th 2021
| Committee Meeting |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:7:30 pm |
Start Location:online |
Description:Committee meeting |
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Thu May 20th 2021
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Susie Turnbull |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Sociable rides from 24km-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 16-19km (10-12 miles) per hour. Please check website on the morning of the ride if the weather is poor as the ride may be cancelled or the start time changed. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Friday before the ride. There will be two groups if necessary.A ride heading north through the Vale and stopping at Stanford in the Vale for coffee. Very flat. |
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Riders:David BridgeDes Higgs Diana Whidborne Ernie Trimble Karl Blake Lizzie Hardingham Marion Shipton Roger Postbeschild Stephanie Haddrell Susie Turnbull Terry Ryland Riders = 11 Report:yet another grey and blustery morning. We headed north through the Vale and then a loop heading back to Stanford in the Vale where we had coffee after 17 miles. we were joined by Lizzie who then rode back with us as far as Denchworth. Very windy and wet on the way back to Grove. But a fun ride and, as always, good company | ||
Distance:37.01 km (23.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36025802" | ||
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Thu May 20th 2021
| Cycle and meet up |
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Leader:Susie Turnbull |
Start Time:11:00 am |
Start Location:TBA |
Description:This is an event where a destination (Usually a cafe) and time is set and riders make their own way to meet with friends to enjoy a socially distanced coffee and chat. This is not a led ride. The start time above is the time scheduled for meeting at the venue. Make your own way there and back as you wish.meet at Stanford in the Vale coffee shop at 11 am |
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Sat May 22nd 2021
| Back-on-your-Bike Ride 2021 | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:2:00 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride.The Back-on-your-Bike ride is our annual spring invitation 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, or those that would like to try out a group ride for the first time. This year it is a welcome opportunity to bring along family and friends and invite the many newcomers to the area. All are welcome. Please note that children need to be accompanied by a responsible adult. The ride will follow an essentially flat route around the lanes of the Vale of White Horse visiting the pretty villages of Lyford, Charney Bassett and Stanford-in-the-Vale, a round trip of about 15.5 miles in total but with some short-cut options for those who would prefer a shorter outing. We'll have a refreshment stop on the Church green at Stanford - please bring a snack and a drink to slake your thirst. |
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Riders:Des HiggsDiana Whidborne Jan McCabe Karl Blake Lorna Swanton Paul McCabe Rachel Sparks Sarah Lewis Stephanie Haddrell Steve Swanton Susan Holdroyd Tim Waite Riders = 12 Weather:Report: | ||
Distance:24.94 km (15.50 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27180861" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride.Our leisurely and sociable 10-mile club 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 about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, 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. |
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Report:A gentle ride to Charney Bassett and back through Lyeford. It did't rain and was a very pleasant evening by the time we returned. | ||
Distance:16.09 km (10.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35462521" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride A | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:An elite group this evening - clearly prioritising quality over quantity! We followed the other 2* group quite closely, occasionally overlapping at the rest stops. Obviously we let them stay ahead just to be kind...The evening got nicer as the ride went on and the final sunshine was glorious. Thanks to both my ride buddies for the good company! | ||
Distance:28.97 km (18.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/61190253" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride B | 2* |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:A Happy 60th Birthday ride for David Jackson. One of our favourite routes out via the Letcombes, Childrey Sparsholt and Kingston Lisle, returning via Baulking Goosey and Denchworth. A fine evening with lovely company what better way to spend the evening! Thanks for the company and the beers Des! | ||
Distance:28.00 km (17.40 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/61190253" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride A | 3* |
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Leader:LeeAnn Norris |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. This ride has been increased to 8 riders and is full. I will be asking for a Sweep on the night. Thanks. |
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Riders:Jane JohnJon Townsin LeeAnn Norris Nick Dunton Roger Turnbull Sarah Bowen Yvonne Bird Riders = 7 Weather: Report:Tonights ride had a nice balance of male/female riders and all were experienced riders, though one had stepped up to a 3 star pace and did brilliantly. It was a windy start, making it a little tough followed by a settling of wind in the middle of the ride and a windy finish. A lovely route. | ||
Distance:41.36 km (25.70 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836254" | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31836254" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride B | 3* |
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Leader:Eddie Little |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader on 07512645320 no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly.Leaving Wantage we’ll head down through East Challow. We’ll then turn off the A417 on to Circourt Road. We can then enjoy some nice quiet rural lanes & village’s, passing along Goosey Lane, Charney Bassett, Gainsfield, Hatford, Shellingford, Fernham, Uffington, Kingston Lisle, Sparsholt/ Sparsholt Firs. From this point we can all enjoy the nice decent through to the Letcombes finishing in Wantage. Ride Distance. 44 km / 27.4 mi. +335m / -335 m. + 1,099 ft / - 1,098 ft. |
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Report:A nice ride with lots of sunny intervals & some great views + a couple of small climbs thrown in for good measure. Fawler Hill & Sparsholt Climb which everyone managed very well, + all riders managing an average speed 14.4 mi/h. The back roads were nice & quite with the usual pot holes to dodge.This was the longest evening club ride for this year so far. Thanks to Lisa, Chris & Mike for being great company. | ||
Distance:45.06 km (28.00 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36074054" | ||
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Tue May 25th 2021
| Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride | 2* |
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Leader:David Brown |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. 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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Report:DB led quite a long ride on a fine evening | ||
Distance:35.41 km (22.00 mi) | ||
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Thu May 27th 2021
| Daytime 2* Thursday Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Sociable rides from 24km-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 16-19km (10-12 miles) per hour. Please check website on the morning of the ride if the weather is poor as the ride may be cancelled or the start time changed. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Friday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.Out to Baulking, up to Fernham, Shellingford, Hatford and to Stanford for coffee. Return via Park Lane. About 21 miles |
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Riders:Carin TranterDavid Bridge Des Higgs Diana Whidborne Patrick O'Leary Roger Postbeschild Susan Holdroyd Susie Turnbull Terry Ryland Riders = 9 Weather: Report:This was a lovely ride in warm sunshine, which was a great change from recent weather. 9 riders set out from Grove and the only incident was Patrick’s puncture. We suddenly realised we had lost him! David and Roger went back to find him and huge thanks to Roger for assisting with the repair. The rest of us carried on to the cafe at Stanford where we met up with Brian and Karl.Returned through Park Lane and back to Grove. | ||
Distance:34.12 km (21.20 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35980193" | ||
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Thu May 27th 2021
| Cycle and meet up |
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Leader:Carin Tranter |
Start Time:11:30 am |
Start Location:Stanford coffee shop |
Description:This is an event where a destination (Usually a cafe) and time is set and riders make their own way to meet with friends to enjoy a socially distanced coffee and chat. This is not a led ride. The start time above is the time scheduled for meeting at the venue. Make your own way there and back as you wish. |
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Sat May 29th 2021
| 3* Fifth Saturday Special | 3* |
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Leader:Sharon Bedford |
Start Time:9:30 am |
Start Location:Lambourn Car Park |
Description:This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Monday before the ride. All-day touring ride (80-100km / 50-65 miles), lunch and possibly tea stop en route, at a riding pace of 18-22km/h (11-14mph). Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing almost inevitable.In the spirit of some previous 5th Saturday Specials I propose to start this ride from a slightly different location - Lambourn. There is free parking in the car park just off the high street This will allow us to do a ride to the south taking in one of my favourites routes - The Chute Causeway. As it is quite a hilly ride and still early in the season the ride will be about 74k. There are a couple of steep hills but, as ever, everyone can go at their own pace and there are good views from the top. I thought we would stop after about 51k in Great Bedwyn. There is a cafe there (Wendy's) which comes highly recommended assuming it opens as planned on 17th May , (there is outdoor seating). If not I will explore other options - before Covid the local shop did takeaway snacks (I will call them nearer the time if need be to confirm) or there is lots of green space for a picnic if people prefer to bring their own lunch. If all else fails we can go on another 15k to Hungerford where there are lots of cafe options. Will update later. Plan to be back to Lambourn by mid afternoon at the latest. |
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Report:As there were just three of us for this ride we decided to extend it and start from Letcombe Regis instead. Resulted in approx. another 25k and (according to John's Garmin) 7 hills rather than 5. Being closest to the start my mileage was 99k - so had to do a little circuit just to get to three figures - but John and Chris cleared 100k easily!.Its always nice to venture south for a change, especially to the less visited area south of Hungerford. We all enjoyed Chute Causeway with its lovely views, (photo courtesy of John). Wendy's in Great Bedwyn was a new stop for me (albeit that it came recommended), and would go there again. Small community cafe with friendly service and lots of outdoor seating. All in all a lovely ride. | ||
Distance:100.00 km (62.14 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36209887 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35852036" | ||
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Sun May 30th 2021
| The World Biggest Bike Ride |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:9:00 am |
Start Location:Your chosen location |
Description:We challenge you to take part in Cycling UK's world biggest bike ride on Sunday 30th May as part of bike week.It's not about distance or duration, it’s about giving it a go. Any kind of cycle ride counts no matter how far you go or what your motivation is. If you would like ideas for routes please see our route sheets https://cyclingukwantage.org.uk/blog.php?p=1508 We would be delighted if you would share photos of your rides with us. Together we will create the World's Biggest Bike Ride on one day! |
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Sun May 30th 2021
| Worlds Biggest Bike Ride - 2* Sunday Shortie | 2* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:2* Sunday Shortie - 2 hours at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). May include some hills. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader no sooner than the Tuesday before the ride.If you'd like to take part in the World's Biggest Bike Ride with a group, why not join us for a shortie morning ride. Starting from Wantage Market Place, we'll follow a clockwise loop round the Vale to Steventon returning through the Springline villages at a relaxed 2* pace. Plan is to use a short stretch of the Icknield Greenway between East Hendred and Ginge and the track from Lockinge into Wantage. About 20 miles with a few modest climbs. Expect to be back in Wantage by about 12. Finishing with an optional coffee stop in town at the Bay Tree or an alternative cafe. |
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Riders:David JacksonDes Higgs Karl Blake Lorna Swanton Roger Postbeschild Sarah Lewis Stephanie Haddrell Steve Swanton Riders = 8 Weather: Report:I'd initially put on shorts this morning in expectation of warmer weather, but it was overcast and decidedly cool for the start of our shortie ride to mark the beginning of Bike Week and our part in the World's Biggest Bike Ride. With 2 late additions we were 8, but everyone was happy to ride as a single group.The Wantage start made for a different route to Denchworth, out via the A417, although the road was surprisingly busy for a Sunday morning. It was a relief to turn off onto Circourt Road and the quieter lanes. The lanes were delightfully green and white, but there was a lot of pollen in the air from the cow parsley in the verges, the hawthorn in full flower and the oil seed rape making for a few runny noses! Despite a headwind as we rode eastwards we enjoyed a relaxed 2* pace across Cow Common to Steventon. Up Steventon Hill and along Featherbed Lane to the tranquility of East Hendred and as we climbed up towards the Icknield Greenway the sun finally broke through. The last few miles from Ginge through Lockinge and back to Wantage were delightful with the sun and wind on our backs and the pretty scenery to enjoy. We arrived back in the Market Place at 12 and all stayed for a coffee, snack and natter at Marmalade, sitting in the sunshine. Thanks all for your company for an enjoyable morning. And do log your rides here: https://www.cyclinguk.org/bikeweek/worlds-biggest-bike-ride. | ||
Distance:32.67 km (20.30 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36155014" | ||
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- 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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