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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 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* 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 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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- 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.
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