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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Stephanie Haddrell |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday 1* 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 a lovely secret escapes ride following our noses around the proposed route. We saw lots of hares and had super views of the Ridgeway. Not sure we followed the planned route exactly but great fun and wonderful company! | ||
Distance:23.34 km (14.50 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27945606" | ||
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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Gareth Smith |
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. 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). This ride has some hills in it - but it doesn't go up to the Ridgeway. |
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Riders:Barry StantonBrendan St John David Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Gerry Jones Ian Howland Julie Haynes Karen Bunting Karl Blake Val Smith Riders = 11 Report:This ride took place on a very hot day. The temperature was 28C as we met in Grove and was still 25C towards the end of the ride. However, my initial concerns about the heat making riding difficult were unfounded. Once we were cycling the movement of air made riding much more pleasant. The heat was still very apparent whenever we stopped although it was noticably cooler to stop in the shade. The route selected for us was not too hilly - especially important on such a hot day. This route, along with finding riding OK in this heat and the usual good company made for an enjoyable evening ride.With eleven riders it was necessary to split into two groups on many of the roads. A particular thank you to Des Higgs for leading the other group. | ||
Distance:38.62 km (24.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/46270096 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/46270096" | ||
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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description: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:Cookingly hot tonight, so a shorter run, and packing in all the woods to keep cool and test our handlebar widths.The heat seemed to finish off the tubeless sealant in one of my tyres, causing a stop to put a tube in, during which it did at least cool down a bit. | ||
Distance:26.30 km (16.34 mi) | ||
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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride B | 2* |
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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. |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/46270096" | ||
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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Eddie Little |
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. This is a pre-bookable ride only. To book your place please text the ride leader 07512645320 Or email edlittle157@gmail.com 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. From Grove we’ll head through to the village of Denchworth. We’ll then pass through Charney Bassett & Buckland, then over The River Thames at Buckland Marsh. From this point we’ll turn off the main road & take advantage of the beautiful quiet lanes of Great Brook & Shifford. Then we’ll head across to Standlake passing back over The River Thames at Newbridge, then up to Southmoor crossing over the A420 via the footbridge. Finally we’ll head for Grove via West Hanney & Denchworth. |
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Riders:Chris BaileyEddie Little Joy Arthur Katherine Boyce LeeAnn Norris Sharon Bedford Riders = 6 Weather: Report:Six of us set off from Grove on a very steamy & hot evening Unfortunately this was short lived as poor Joy got a puncture by the Tesco Express.  As it was so hot, Joy very kindly didn’t want to hold the ride up, so she decided to leave the ride. I hope you got home safely Joy! Please remember I am always more than happy to mend a puncture for anyone who is on my ride, never a problem!!The five of us carried on around the Thames Valley enjoying the beautiful views & some wonderful fragrances of summer. One of the highlights of the ride was Greatbrook & Old Shifford which never fails to disappoint no matter the season. We said goodbye to Kath at Southmooor, as her bike had a date with the Modern Cyclist. That then just left the four of us to make our way back to Grove. Thanks to everyone for being such excellent company. Hopefully see you all very soon on another ride!!  | ||
Distance:45.06 km (28.00 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36407192" | ||
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Tue Jul 20th 2021
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride B | 3* |
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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. |
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