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Sat Dec 2nd 2023
| 3* Saturday Half Day Ride - White Horse special | 3* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:10:00 am |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:NB: START TIME PUSHED BACK TO MAKE IT SLIGHTLY LESS CHILLYPlease pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Half day ride (60-70km / 38-45 miles), with a tea stop, riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). To mark the first day of the White Horse Cycle Challenge, it seems fairly obvious where we need to go - conquering the great climb of Uffington White Horse Hill! We will take the direct route out to the Hill via Denchworth and Goosey, then head for Ashbury and Shrivenham for cafe options before a (hopefully) tailwind home across the Vale. Bring a mince pie to celebrate on the summit! 33 miles / 53km |
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Report:Goodness me, that was a cold one! Starting in freezing fog wasn't ideal, and it was hardly surprisingly that the number of people mad enough to join me was severely limited (but thanks, Jo!)It was a cautious and freezing ride through the Vale as ice deposits formed on the front of the bikes, and we set off up the Hill also with caution, walking around the lethally iced up cattle grid. But then it got interesting - just as we passed Dragon Hill, the sun fought its way through and suddenly there was a glorious blue sky above us. Meanwhile the Vale below was completely obscured by clouds. An amazing and rare sight which made the whole thing worthwhile! We descended carefully and decided to head home the same way we had come, avoiding as many wet/icy patches on the roads as possible. In the end, a surprisingly fun ride and a great way to kick off the White Horse Cycle Challenge! | ||
Distance:37.01 km (23.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/140579796 | |
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| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45009223" | ||
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