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Tue Aug 13th 2024
Tuesday Evening 1* Ride 1*
Leader:
Steve Boreham
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
Old Mill Hall
Description:
A classic loop of the vale visiting West Hanney, Lyford and Charney Bassett (12.5 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.
Riders:
Adrian Herbert
John Stamp
Karen Davenport
Lorna Swanton
Michael Tayler
Steve Boreham
Steve Swanton
Riders = 7

Weather:
sunnysunny intervals
Report:
Great ride, with seven of us, that lucky number 😎

After the hot day on Monday, the mercury eased somewhat to make a more pleasant temperature to ride in.

Plenty of time to keep the leisurely pace, pausing at churches in West Hanney and Lyford, before a stop and a good chat by the Green in Charney Bassett. This included the obligatory group photo!… Naturally😀

Forwent the option of the “Asti Stud” extension - due to the awareness that the nights are drawing in. So made it back to Grove in good time just before dusk…..

Total of 13 miles for the stats!

Enjoyed all your company. 😀
Distance:
20.92 km (13.00 mi)
 
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/22120509"
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Tue Aug 13th 2024
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2*
Leader:
Stephanie Haddrell
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.

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)

Letcombes Childrey Charney
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.
Riders:
Angie Fisher
Anke Otto
Chris Marchant
David Jackson
Des Higgs
Huw Palmer
Lily Shepherd
Stephanie Haddrell
Tony Clark
Val Smith
Riders = 10
Report:
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35406034"
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Tue Aug 13th 2024
Tuesday Evening 3* Ride 3*
Leader:
Jan McCabe
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).

White Horse Hill via Uffington
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.
Riders:
Chris Bailey
Graham Bergdahl
Jan McCabe
John Tranter
Joy Arthur
Nicole Pethybridge
Paul Smith
Philip (Pip) Jackson
Sharon Bedford
Simon Atkin
Riders = 10

Weather:
sunny intervals
Report:
After the past few days of hot weather, it had cooled down and slightly cloudy, so perfect conditions for an ride out along the springline, and dropping down into Uffington, prior to the ascent of the white horse.

As there was 10 of us we split into 2 groups, many thanks to Sharon for leading the second group.
Typically the groups were ust a short distance apart and met at junctions, and overlapped as we went up the hill with everyone taking it at their own pace, we all had a rest at the top and a couple of photos

After our rest we continued, enjoying the downs, it was only just after we crossed the A417 we realised we hadn't seen the second group for a while, just as I was debating going back a message came in.... Paul had a puncture..... but all was in hand, and everyone made it safely back :-)
Distance:
37.00 km (22.99 mi)
 
White Horse Hill
White Horse Hill
White Horse Hill
White Horse Hill
White Horse Hill
White Horse Hill
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42257848"
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Tue Aug 13th 2024
Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride 3*
Leader:
Robin Tucker
Start Time:
6:30 pm
Start Location:
Wantage Market Place
Description:
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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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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