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Tue Jun 4th 2024
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:A ride out and back to Garford using the track via Hanney Lane Bridge to West Hanney, returning via Lyford (13 miles). An opportunity to visit the tiny church in a farmyard at Garford.Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday evening 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 10-15 miles (16-24km) at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph (13-16kph), 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. Please arrive by 6.20pm for the ride leader's briefing and a prompt start to the ride. |
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Distance:20.76 km (12.90 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35481354" | ||
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Tue Jun 4th 2024
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:Gareth Smith |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph)Uffington Shellingford Please arrive by 6.20pm for the ride leader's briefing and a prompt start to the ride. We are not always able to wait beyond the start time. |
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Riders:Chris MarchantDavid Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Karl Blake Louise Bowers Paul Kyberd Roger Turnbull Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 9 Report:With June upon us the pre-planned rides are getting longer and at over 24 miles this one was no exception. The group of nine people (divided up into two sub-groups of four and five) set off in unpromising weather with some rain in the air and dark skies. However, after just a few miles the weather brightened and we had a very pleasant ride. We did cycle into a breeze almost all the way out to Uffington, but then much of the journey back was a real treat. The route consisted of heading to Uffington then back via Shellingford, Gainfield and Charney Bassett. The planned route turned northwards at Charney Bassett to make an extra loop to return via Lyford. A brief conference at this point showed that everyone was up for this and we completed the full course. It was getting dusky as we returned to Grove and just after reaching Old Mill Hall there was a downpour. Anyone either not in their car or having to cycle a little further to get home was soaked - but at least the rain had held off until then.An enjoyable ride and my thanks to Steph for leading the other sub-group and Des as sweep. | ||
Distance:39.43 km (24.50 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/38585120 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/38585120" | ||
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Tue Jun 4th 2024
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Joy Arthur |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph).Chainhill, West Ilsley, Catmore, Manor Road Please arrive by 6.20pm for the ride leader's briefing and a prompt start to the ride. We are not always able to wait beyond the start time. |
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Riders:Chris BaileyGraham Bergdahl Jo Little Joy Arthur Katherine Boyce Oliver Purcell Simon Atkin Riders = 7 Report:I felt apprehensive at the start with grey skies and a challenging head wind on Chain Hill but in fact we had a lovely ride with lots of fun downhills to reward all the climbing and even the sun came out! Thank you to Jo for leading a second group through the town. | ||
Distance:36.90 km (22.93 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257777" | ||
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Tue Jun 4th 2024
| RIDE CANCELLED - Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - Insufficient riders - Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 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 us know. Dark, cold and wet - we’ll ride in any two. But please let us know if you are coming so we can tell you if we decide to cancel due to bad weather or other reasons.Please arrive by 6.20pm for the ride leader's briefing and a prompt start to the ride. We are not always able to wait beyond the start time. |
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