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Tue Jun 11th 2024
| Tuesday Evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Update 11-Jun: due to roadworks on Denchworth Road at Stockham, I am rerouting the ride via Wantage Market Place. Can pick up there at ~6:45 by arrangement.A ride out to the Letcombes returning via Childrey and Goosey. We can stop to admire the cress-beds in Letcombe Bassett before tackling Holborn Hill (14 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. |
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Report:3 riders met for the 1* ride at OMH under leaden, foreboding skies. But gradually the overhead conditions improved, we even spotted patches of blue sky and sunlight and thankfully enjoyed a dry ride . Due to roadworks on the Denchworth Road in Stockham, I rerouted the first part of the ride along the A338 cyclepath and through the Market Square in Wantage. Anke and Susan met us by arrangement under King Alfred's statue. We continued via Church Street to the Portway/Ickleton Road before turning off to the Letcombes. It's always a lovely ride through the Letcombes with the wide views towards the Downs and passing picturesque cottages. But the climb of Holborn Hill always looms. Undeterred, everyone climbed at their own pace and we regrouped to catch our breath at the top. We descended into Childrey, stopped briefly by the surprisingly empty pond, before continuing on the lovely downhill to the A417. After the short stretch of main road, we turned off to Goosey, where the green was ablaze with buttercups and ox-eye daisies. Returning via Asti stud to Denchworth, we were back in Grove about 8:20pm. Thanks all for your company on an enjoyable ride. | ||
Distance:23.66 km (14.70 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47084307 | |
| Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42207510" | ||
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