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Tue Feb 1st 2022

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Leader: Robin Tucker	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: WMP
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights 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 we decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
Riders: David Brown Robin Tucker Willem Hilbers Riders = 3 Report: A cracking 18 mile ride tonight. Cold but dry and we went down the Ginge descent, up again almost straight away and down at Harwell to go round the twisty tracks in the woods.
Distance: 28.97 km (18.00 mi)
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Tue Feb 1st 2022

Virtual Turbo

Leader: Karen Townsin	Start Time: 7:00 pm	Start Location: On Line
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A virtual turbo workout of up to an hour including warm up, workout and warm down. You will need your own turbo set up, a computer/laptop/mobile device and Zoom version 5 installed on your device. This is a pre-bookable event. To book a place text your name to Karen Townsin 07768066413, no earlier than 9:00 on the Wednesday before. You will receive confirmation including the link to the virtual meeting.
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Thu Feb 3rd 2022

Daytime 1* Thursday Ride	1*

Leader: Lorna Swanton	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you text in advance to book a place. An easy sociable ride of just under 15 miles, at a pace of 8-10 miles per hour, to Lyford, Charney Bassett and Stanford-in-the-Vale, stopping at Stanford Coffee Shop and returning via Park Lane. 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.
Riders: Carin Tranter Diana Whidborne Kevin Hazell Lorna Swanton Patrick O'Leary Susan Holdroyd Riders = 6 Weather: Report: What a pleasure to be out on a warmer Thursday morning with such a fine group of riders! We took our time and pedalled gently along, pausing by the walnut tree in Denchworth and the church in Lyford, taking in the surprising sight of 3 buzzards in a field on the way to Charney Bassett. Another pause at Gainfield before a leisurely break at Stanford Coffee shop, then a smooth ride back to Grove via Park Lane and Denchworth. Thanks to our two sweeps - Susan on the way to coffee and Kev on the way back - and to everyone for your company. Next 1* Thursday is March 3rd.
Distance: 23.98 km (14.90 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29440450"
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Thu Feb 3rd 2022

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: A ride out to Faringdon for coffee via Littleworth. Returning via Hatford. As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. 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.
Riders: Barry Eggby Des Higgs John Groves Paul Bentley Roger Postbeschild Stephanie Haddrell Terry Ryland Riders = 7 Report: So lovely to see John and Paul out this morning. The group of Roger, Des, Barry, Terry Paul John and myself headed out through Denchworth, Charney and Hatford taking a brief ride along the A420 before turning right into Littleworth. We then enjoyed the steep descent down towards the river before turning Left towards Faringdon for a steady climb into town. We then enjoyed a leisurely coffee before our return via the A417, Hatford Garfield and Charney. A lovely morning, fine weather, great company and no problems! Thanks for the company chaps.
Distance: 40.23 km (25.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38447730"
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Sat Feb 5th 2022

3* Saturday Half Day Ride	3*

Leader: Eddie Little	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: The Beacon Wantage.
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Half day ride (60-70km / 38-45 miles), with a tea stop, riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). Likely to visit distant destinations. Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to 07512645320 or email edlittle157@gmail.com the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Sunday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. From Wantage we’ll head out through the Lambourn Valley, Chilton Foliat & Littlecote House. On reaching the market town of Hungerford we’ll stop at Eliane of Hungerford for our morning Coffee. Once all refreshed we’ll head across the common, on through the villages of Wickam, Boxford & Leckhampstead, then finishing with the wonderful descent of Chain Hill. Ride Distance 45mi/72km. Expect to be back in Wantage for around 01:30pm.
Riders: Chris Bailey Eddie Little Joy Arthur Lisa Footner Nick Dunton Roger Postbeschild Sharon Bedford Riders = 7 Weather: Report: We set off from Wantage on a relatively chilly morning with light cloud & sun for good measure. For most of the the ride we had a pretty strong head wind with all riders coping very well! We had lots of hills to climb, but what goes up must come down! Great views through the Lambourn Valley & of the River Kennet at Chilton Foliat & the Kennet & Avon Canal at Froxfield & Kintbury. An interesting time was had by all on one of the small lanes just the other side of Froxfield with all cyclists having to climb onto the bank with bikes giving way to a tractor carrying bales, followed by a convoy of around eight cars. Certainly a tight squeeze! We all arrived in good time at Eliane of Hungerford to enjoy some delicious coffee & mouth watering cakes. As usual fast & very efficient service. We set off over the common which was incredibly busy with cars. Once over the A 4 at Kintbury the roads were a lot quieter & that was the story for the rest of the ride back to Wantage. Unfortunately Joy had a puncture at Brightwalton, but this was fixed super fast by Roger. Many thanks to you Roger! A lovely ride with excellent company! Thanks to Roger for sweeping duties.
Distance: 74.03 km (46.00 mi)
3* half day route. Time for a quick selfie at the top of Hackpen. 3* riders enjoying some coffee & cake. Roger assisting Joy with her a puncture at Brightwalton.
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38448255"
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Sun Feb 6th 2022

2* Sunday Shortie	2*

Leader: Jo Little	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. 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 Monday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. Out through Denchworth and the back roads to cross the A420 at Fyfield, along to Longworth then back over the A420 through Pusey and then back to Grove via Stanford and Denchworth. 25 miles, but very flat.
Riders: David Jackson Gerry Jones Jo Little Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 4 Weather: Report: A strong headwind meant this ride was much harder than it was meant to be. It stayed dry though and the scenery was as good as ever. Thanks for being a good group to cycle with.
Distance: 37.01 km (23.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38448008"
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Tue Feb 8th 2022

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Leader: Robin Tucker	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: WMP
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights 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 we decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
Riders: David Brown Robin Tucker Willem Hilbers Riders = 3 Report: A little damp from rain at the weekend, and a bit cold. We head up Lark Hill and west. Got to Sparsholt Field for a nice run down then back through the villages.
Distance: 22.53 km (14.00 mi)
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Tue Feb 8th 2022

Virtual Turbo

Leader: Sharon Bedford	Start Time: 7:00 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A virtual turbo workout of up to an hour including warm up, workout and warm down. You will need your own turbo set up, a computer/laptop/mobile device and Zoom version 5 installed on your device. This is a pre-bookable event. To book a place text your name to Karen Townsin 07768066413, no earlier than 9:00 on the Wednesday before. You will receive confirmation including the link to the virtual meeting.
Riders: Amanda Seddon Jane John Jo Little Jon Townsin Karen Townsin Katherine Boyce LeeAnn Norris Lisa Footner Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 10 Report: Practicing recovery (from sprints) whilst still at effort. It felt like climbing a very long hill - but we all enjoyed the rest (descent) after reaching the top. Also had a bit of fun - with some daft lyrics to a familiar song. Great environmental quiz from LeeAnn.
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Thu Feb 10th 2022

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: An easy 2* flat ride of 20 miles out via Goosey and Fernham returning via Stanford for coffee. As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. 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.
Riders: Barry Eggby Carin Tranter Des Higgs Diana Whidborne John Groves Karl Blake Patrick O'Leary Paul Bentley Roger Postbeschild Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 10 Report: A fine morning for a ride and great to see 10 riders out. We headed off towards Goosey at a steady pace catching up on the weeks news! Unfortunately Carin felt unwell and decided to turn back and Di very kindly volunteered to see her safely home. We then continued along the planned route to Goosey, and Baulking, and as we headed towards Fernham Barry had a minor mechanical with his chain which our very Modern cyclist Karl put right. Onto Shellingford and hatford and Stanford for coffee and cake where we had a good old chinwag and warmed up. The journey back to Grove was trouble free. Thanks to all for great company!
Distance: 33.80 km (21.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35371696"
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Sat Feb 12th 2022

2* Saturday Half Day Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: A half day hilly ride over the downs to see the snowdrops at Welford Park. Coffee/ Lunch Stop at Saddleback Farm 3/4 of the way round. As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this 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. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Sunday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
Riders: David Jackson Gerry Jones John Tranter Lizzie Hardingham Rob Martin Roger Postbeschild Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 7 Report: A lovely bright morning for a ride with a lovely group. We headed out as planned via the Letcombes and rested up at the top of Holbourn Hill before tackling Hackpen with a head on wind. John had been having a few problems with his bike and unfortunately had a major mechanical problem half way up, which cut his ride short. Thankfully Roger was on his electric bike and kindly went back down to assist John to be able to return home. Great job Roger! The wind at the top of the hill was arctic and we were all glad to be back peddling again although suprised that we indeed did have to peddle the long sweep down into Lambourn. We had decided that an early coffee was in order and so we made a minor amendment to the route going to Precilla's Kitchen in East Garston for coffee, bacon rolls, and brownies. We then headed off to Welford and captured the beautiful display of snowdrops as we rode past. On to Boxford, and as we turned to head towards home having the wind behind us was a welcome change! We went along some great country roads via Brightwalton and enjoyed the respite as we rolled down the hill towards Lilley and joined the B4494. We paused at Saddleback to admire the Deeor enjoying the sunshine on the Hill and continued our way along the main road back to Wantage. The descent from Chain Hill was thrilling although the cross wind was quite strong. After a brief stop at the bottom we bid our farewell to Gerry and made our way back along the cycle path to Grove. Thanks for great company, patience and teamwork in the face of some technical hitches. Special mention to Roger for his assistance- Thank you and to Rob for buying the refreshments to Fuel our journey on.
Distance: 57.94 km (36.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35030134"
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Sun Feb 13th 2022

3* Sunday Shortie	3*

Leader:	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: WMP
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A 2 Hour ride (24-40km / 15-25 miles), riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph).Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Monday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
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Tue Feb 15th 2022

RIDE CANCELLED - Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Leader: Robin Tucker	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: WMP
Description: RIDE CANCELLED - It's cold, wet AND dark tonight - and all 3 is a bit much for us, so we have decided not to bother and stay in with a mug of beer/cocoa/chain-lube. - As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights 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 we decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
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Tue Feb 15th 2022

Virtual Turbo

Leader: Karen Townsin	Start Time: 7:00 pm	Start Location: On Line
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A virtual turbo workout of up to an hour including warm up, workout and warm down. You will need your own turbo set up, a computer/laptop/mobile device and Zoom version 5 installed on your device. This is a pre-bookable event. To book a place text your name to Karen Townsin 07768066413, no earlier than 9:00 on the Wednesday before. You will receive confirmation including the link to the virtual meeting.
Riders: Jane John Jon Townsin Karen Townsin Katherine Boyce Sharon Bedford Riders = 5 Report: A hectic negative split sprint - just about got my breath back !!!
Negative Splits
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Thu Feb 17th 2022

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Leader: Des Higgs	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: A ride out around the Vale to Munchies in Southmoor for coffee. As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. 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.
Riders: Barry Eggby Des Higgs John Groves Karl Blake Paul Bentley Roger Postbeschild Riders = 6 Report: The weather was fine but a bit blustery as 6 hardened riders set off from Grove. The route took us to Charney, Gainfield and Hinton before going over the A420 to our coffee stop at Munch in Southmoor. We decided to take the direct route to Grove vie Lyford and Denchworth. A very easy flat ride with no rain. Thank you all Des
Distance: 30.58 km (19.00 mi)
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Sat Feb 19th 2022

RIDE CANCELLED - Regular 1* Saturday Afternoon Ride - Snowdrop Special	1*

Leader: Steve Swanton	Start Time: 1:00 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: RIDE CANCELLED - Sadly, given the forecast for rain and gusty winds tomorrow, as well as likelihood of debris following Storm Eunice, the Snowdrop Ride has been cancelled. Our regular monthly 1* afternoon ride on the third Saturday of the month. Don't miss this leisurely special to Sparsholt and Letcombe Regis to enjoy the snowdrops in their respective church yards - do bring a camera. As a courtesy to the ride leader, please pre-book for this ride. Please text the leader, including your name, no earlier than 9:00am on the Sunday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised if the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. 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.
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38508330"
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Sun Feb 20th 2022

Regular Wantage Ride - CANCELLED	3*

Leader: Sharon Bedford	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: Beacon Car Park
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this 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. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Monday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. [Amended 18/02/22] WEATHER FORECAST IS FOR STRONG WINDS - SO FOR SAFETY REASONS THE RIDE IS CANCELLED A trip south which always involves a few hills. But distance kept to 84km as this is a winter ride. Please meet at the Beacon. Lunch stop planned at Great Bedwyn Community Cafe at approx 47km.
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38555583"
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Tue Feb 22nd 2022

Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride	2*

Leader: Robin Tucker	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: WMP
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres required and good lights when it gets dark (‘get you home’ lights in Spring/Autumn). We are keen to welcome new riders and can make recommendations or have spare lights 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 we decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
Riders: David Brown Richard Pethybridge Robin Tucker Willem Hilbers Riders = 4 Report: The calm after the storms (Dudley, Eunice and Franklin). It was a bit squishy, but basically ok and a little cold. Better than expected really. We found one big tree across the way. Our route was out on the path towards Lockinge, then up at Betterton, then over the other side and climb straight up again, chatting away as we do. A left before the very top this time though as we headed down a farm track and back to the road into West Ilsley. Then up to the Ridgeway again and west. We were happy and somewhat surprised at the lack of headwind. Decided to go down at Ginge, and that's where we met the big tree down across the route. We couldn't move this one, so it was bikes passed over the top and then clamber underneath. From there a mix of road and tracks took us back to Wantage.
Distance: 27.36 km (17.00 mi)
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Tue Feb 22nd 2022

Virtual Turbo

Leader: Karen Townsin	Start Time: 7:00 pm	Start Location: On Line
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A virtual turbo workout of up to an hour including warm up, workout and warm down. You will need your own turbo set up, a computer/laptop/mobile device and Zoom version 5 installed on your device. This is a pre-bookable event. To book a place text your name to Karen Townsin 07768066413, no earlier than 9:00 on the Wednesday before. You will receive confirmation including the link to the virtual meeting.
Riders: Katherine Boyce LeeAnn Norris Lisa Footner Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 5 Report: Kath, pinch hit for Karen due to Internet outtages; Lee Ann pinch hit for Karen hosting and Sharon did the quiz. Overall a team effort! Great workout doing hills and sprints. Thanks to all. Sorry to miss Karen and Jon tonight.
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Thu Feb 24th 2022

Daytime 2* Thursday Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 10:30 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: A Leisurely ride to see local snowdrops in Letcombe, Childrey and Sparsholt. approx 15 miles coffee either at Childrey or Grove depending on the weather! As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. 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.
Riders: David Jackson Des Higgs Patrick O'Leary Stephanie Haddrell Tim Waite Riders = 5 Report: The forecast was not good and so numbers were limited to the brave 5 of Steph, Des, David, Patrick and Tim. Having put the start time back half an hour we started out in bright sunshine which was a blessing. Out to Letcombes for a brief stop at the church to view the snowdrops and on to Childrey where we stopped as it was so beautiful. We enjoyed coffee and cake and decided to extend the ride to include Kingston Lisle, and headed off to Sparsholt where the snowdrops were in full bloom in the churchyard and the verge. Feeling virtuous we continued on our journey, caught a glimpse of Lizzie as we passed her house in Westcott and cycled up the road to the springline for the return journey. Well.... the weather changed in a jiffy and we were met head on with a barrage of hailstones, such fun! Once we turned into Kingstone Lisle we stopped briefly to catch our breath and then battled on to avoid getting cold! The storm quickly passed and we returned home in bright sunshine and decided that a hot lunch/drink in the Cornerstone would be a fitting end to an active morning. Thanks for the company gentlemen and the birthday coffee Desx
Distance: 28.00 km (17.40 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38508330""
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Sat Feb 26th 2022

2* Saturday Half Day Ride	2*

Leader: Roger Postbeschild	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this 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. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Sunday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. The Jet Stream keeps blowing windy stuff at us, Saturday however looks relatively reasonable and from the south. Heading out south west to Shrivenham and coffee at Ashbury, the return trip should be wind assisted,
Riders: David Jackson Des Higgs Gerry Jones John Tranter Roger Postbeschild Sarah Lewis Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 7 Weather: Report: For once, we had benign conditions and sunshine. Happy days! We did a slight variation round the back streets of Shrivenham, courtesy of local knowledge from Des. Coffee and rolls were enjoyed at Ashbury community shop and the return trip was lovely with a tail wind most of the way. JT's Dawes had been suitably refurbished by Karl (get well soon) and performed perfectly. A great group and great weather - what's not to like?
Distance: 54.00 km (33.55 mi)	Ride Details: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38590472
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38590472"
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Sun Feb 27th 2022

3* Sunday Shortie	3*

Leader: Jo Little	Start Time: 9:30 am	Start Location: WMP
Description: As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. A 2 Hour ride (24-40km / 15-25 miles), riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph).Not suitable for irregular riders. Climbing likely. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Monday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained. We'll head up Court hill, regroup at the top and then loop through Chaddleworth, Leckhampstead and Brightwalton before heading back down Chain Hill. 21.4 miles.
Riders: Jo Little John Tranter LeeAnn Norris Lizzie Hardingham Yvonne Bird Riders = 5 Weather: Report: A lovely sunny day but with a strong headwind that made cycling a bit difficult on the way out, but gave us a great tailwind on the way home. Great views of the countryside and villages and great company.
Distance: 36.21 km (22.50 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38606163"
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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.; More Information

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