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Tue May 23rd 2017
| Tuesday 1* Evening Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Our leisurely and sociable 10-mile club 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 about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, 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.The forecast is looking much more promising this week! So having abandoned our planned route to Betterton last Tuesday, we'll try it this week instead. It is one of my favourite 1* loops through glorious scenery and a real confidence booster for some gentle climbing and descending. We'll head out through Charlton and pick up the Sustrans Route 544 near the Nelson PH. We'll continue to Lockinge , where we'll stop to admire the statue of a famous local resident. There is a gentle climb up to Betterton where we'll turn off for Ardington. We'll stop for a rest at the top of the hill to take in the views before enjoying the long descent into the village. We'll return to Grove via Lains Barn, with a second climb and then a second long descent into the vale to enjoy. There is no rush on the climbs and everyone can ride at their own pace. It's a round trip of about 9 miles. |
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Riders:Alvaro ReyCarin Tranter Lorna Swanton Naomi Merritt Steve Swanton Vyvyan Hazell Riders = 6 Weather: Report:A lovely mellow ride on a beautiful, warm summer's evening. 5 of us set off from OMH to be joined by Alvaro at the start of the Sustrans route. All went smoothly. Everyone managed the climbs with aplomb and we all enjoyed the long descents. Lovely to see Vyv out again. Thanks all for your company. | ||
Distance:14.48 km (9.00 mi) | ||
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