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Tue Jul 23rd 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 hillier ride out to Ginge using the cycle tracks and paths through Charlton to West Lockinge. We will then follow the Icknield Greenway through Ardington to Ginge. Return to Grove via Lockinge and Lains Barn completing a figure of eight (11 miles).Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 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. We are not always able to wait beyond the start time. |
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Riders:Adrian HerbertAnke Otto Carin Tranter John Stamp Karen Davenport Lorna Swanton Michael Tayler Nick Portsmouth Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 10 Weather: Report:Report to come | ||
Distance:18.51 km (11.50 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47709662 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47677162" | ||
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Tue Jul 23rd 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)NOTE: Although the ride description in "Ride with GPS" below describes the route as a bridging ride - it is not. Hinton Waldrist, Hatford, Stanford 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:Angie FisherChris Marchant David Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Louise Bowers Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 7 Report:A lovely, warm, still evening for a fairly flat ride with the route taking us on a loop via Charney Bassett, Lyford, Southmoor, Hinton Waldrist, Pusey, and Stanford-in-the-Vale. The modest rise towards Southmoor was taken in our stride and we made steady progress overall. No surprises, apart from a sudden sneeze by one of the participants which led to a chorus of "Bless You!". Thanks to all participants for an enjoyable ride, and particularly to Des for being sweep. | ||
Distance:32.99 km (20.50 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31381542 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31381542" | ||
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Tue Jul 23rd 2024
| Tuesday Evening 3* | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description: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).Chain Hill, West Ilsley, Liley, Court Hill, Challow 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:Barry StantonChris Bailey Jo Little Joy Arthur Lisa Footner Matt Adamson Sharon Bedford Simon Atkin Riders = 8 Weather:Report:Great loop as always, with the humid evening making the hills harder than normal - that's my excuse anyway! The views were great as always and it was good to welcome Matthew on his first 3* ride.We cut the ride a bit short, missing out the West Challow section and choosing to either finish in Wantage or go straight back to Grove. The nights are already drawing in a bit and that would have made the ride too long for the time of year. Thanks to everyone for their company. | ||
Distance:40.23 km (25.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23018531" | ||
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Tue Jul 23rd 2024
| Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 3* |
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Leader:David Yearley |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:We will be riding, but if you can let me know if you're planning to ride this will help with planning.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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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47699499" | ||
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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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- 4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.
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