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Tue Sep 1st 2026
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride - 3 village greens | 1* |
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Leader:John Stamp |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
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 (12 miles). 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. |
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Riders:Alison DanielsJohn Leggott John Stamp Lorna Swanton Rob Godfrey Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 7 Weather: Report:Team effort; Steve for setting up the ride, John being the volunteer ride leader and Alison & Lorna taking turns to set the pace.The pond at Charney was near enough non-existent. We learnt where the green at Lyford is located, thanks to Steve. A pleasant evening, slightly chilly nearer the end of the ride. Also, light disappearing towards end of ride. Average speed 7miles/hr including breaks. | ||
Distance:19.31 km (12.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49664583" | ||
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Tue Sep 1st 2026
| 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)This is the last of the 2* Tuesday evening rides this year. The daylight will be fading - please bring lights. Goosey Stanford Hatford Pusey |
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Riders:Angie FisherCarin Tranter David Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Julie Haynes Roger Postbeschild Riders = 7 Report:A enjoyable ride at a steady pace with plenty of chat round a Lyford - Southmoor - Pusey - Stanford Loop. The weather was good with just a slight breeze. The latter stages of the ride were at dusk - this being the last Tuesday evening 2* ride of the season.Thank you to all the risers for making it an enjoyable cycle. | ||
Distance:31.38 km (19.50 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31860825" | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31860825" | ||
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Tue Sep 1st 2026
| 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). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride.Final Summer Evening ride of 2023. Hackpen Hill from Sparsholt |
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Riders:Andrew WornhamChris Bailey Eddie Little James Bosley Jan McCabe Jo Little John Tranter Joy Arthur Laetitia Barrett Matt Adamson Sharon Bedford Yvonne Bird Riders = 12 Weather: Report:A good group of us for what we all thought was the last evening ride of the season. It seems they are continuing for those of us keen enough to try.We all enjoyed the views over the downs during the ascent of Sparsholt Firs before the great descent of Hackpen. Thanks to everyone for your company and to Ed for leading the second group. | ||
Distance:32.19 km (20.00 mi) | ||
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42119465" | ||
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Tue Sep 1st 2026
| Tuesday Evening 4* Ride | 4* |
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Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:Wantage Market Place |
Description:Weekly 1.5-2 hours ride at a riding pace of 25-29km/h (16-18mph). May be hilly. Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1-1.5 hours at a riding pace of 25-32 km/h (16 - 20 mph). Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start time for the ride leaders briefing and a prompt start to the ride. |
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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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