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Tue Sep 3rd 2024
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Michael Tayler |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Old Mill Hall |
Description:For our last Evening outing of the season, a tour of the vale visiting the three village greens at Goosey, Charney Bassett and Lyford. Lights required as the evenings are drawing in.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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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29341976" | ||
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Tue Sep 3rd 2024
| Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
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)Goosey Stanford Hatford Pusey 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 FisherAnke Otto David Jackson Des Higgs John Tranter Paul Kyberd Stephanie Haddrell Tony Clark Val Smith Riders = 9 Weather: Report:Threatening skies and a few drops of rain at the start - but we got away with it and were rewarded with a glorious evening and a very nice sunset. Lovely to be out in the Vale for our final Tuesday 2* ride of the summer season with a great group. We came across a couple of unpleasant and aggressive drivers in Stanford, but didn't let that put us off.It was getting properly dark by the time we got back to Grove - thanks to all for a great evening! | ||
Distance:32.19 km (20.00 mi) | ||
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31860825" | ||
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Tue Sep 3rd 2024
| Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Jo Little |
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).Final Summer Evening ride of 2024. Sparsholt Firs reversed. Please remember to bring lights. 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 BaileyJo Little Joy Arthur Katherine Boyce Matt Adamson Philip (Pip) Jackson Sharon Bedford Simon Atkin Riders = 8 Weather: Report:The evening started off dull and looking as though we'd get wet but improved after a while, meaning by the time we got to Sparsholt Firs the views were as good as ever. The hills were feeling a bit tough for those of us still recovering from the Isle of Wight but it was an enjoyable last ride of the season.Thanks everyone for all your support over the spring and summer. | ||
Distance:30.58 km (19.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42119465" | ||
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Tue Sep 3rd 2024
| RIDE CANCELLED - Off Road Tuesday Evening Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Robin Tucker |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:WMP |
Description:RIDE CANCELLED - Sorry, have to cancel as the riders have evaporated. - 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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- 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.
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