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Tue May 11th 2021
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride 1*
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.
Riders:
Carin Tranter
Diana Whidborne
Martyn Wigmore
Riders = 3
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*
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.
Riders:
Des Higgs
Karl Blake
LeeAnn Norris
Michael Tayler
Sarah Bowen
Riders = 5
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*
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.
Riders:
Jan McCabe
Lorna Swanton
Steve Swanton
Terry Ryland
Riders = 4

Weather:
cloudy with light raincloudy with heavy rain
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*
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.
Riders:
Robin Tucker
Steve Legate
Riders = 2

Weather:
sunny intervals
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)
 
Evening off road 11 May 2021 - Missing the showers
Evening off road 11 May 2021 - Missing the showers
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Tue May 11th 2021
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride A 3*
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!
Riders:
John Tranter
Jon Townsin
Lisa Footner
Mike Cooke
Roger Turnbull
Yvonne Bird
Riders = 6
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*
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.
Riders:
Chris Bailey
Eddie Little
Jo Little
Katherine Boyce
Richard Ashford
Sharon Bedford
Riders = 6
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*
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.
Riders:
David Jackson
Gerry Jones
Nick Dunton
Roger Postbeschild
Stephanie Haddrell
Riders = 5

Weather:
light rain showers
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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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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