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Tue Jun 18th 2024
Tuesday Evening 2* Ride 2*
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)

NOTE: Owing to traffic lights on the Denchworth Rd. near Fitzwaryn school we will start by taking the A338 cycle path to Wantage then join the B4507 towards Childrey closer to the town centre. Also, although we are close to the longest day please bring lights as it may get dusky before we are back.

We can therefore offer a pick-up at Wantage Market Place for this ride. Let Gareth know when signing up.

White Horse Hill
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.
Riders:
David Jackson
Des Higgs
Gareth Smith
John Tranter
Karl Blake
Mike Bailey
Paul Kyberd
Stephanie Haddrell
Steve Swanton
Riders = 9
Report:
Eight of us set off from Grove on a lovely evening. Road works with traffic lights along Denchworth Road led to us heading out via the A338 and Wantage Market Place to pick up the Springline Road (B4507). Michael joined us at Childrey and we rode as two groups out to White Horse Hill. We had the expected effort (particularly for those not electrically assisted) to get up the to the usual car park by the road summit. For Paul a little harder as his bike failed to engage the easiest two gears! The weather was warm enough to linger a little and enjoy the achievement and view. After the descent we had a lovely view back with the moon visible in a blue sky over White Horse Hill. John then led one of the groups back at a slightly faster pace than other group. The ideal weather made the ride - and especially the journey back, a delight. I would like to thank John for leading one of the groups and Des for being sweep.
Distance:
34.28 km (21.30 mi)
Ride Details:
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/34445150
View back of White Horse Hill
View back of White Horse Hill
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/34445150"
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Start Locations
WMP
Wantage Market Place
OMH
Old Mill Hall, Grove
Categories
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.
2* - Suitable for regular riders who prefer to cover some distance but at a more relaxed pace. Likely to be half-day rides. Solid exercise.
3* - Suitable for experienced riders, may be hilly, long, quick, or any combination! Likely to be half or full-day rides. Challenging exercise.
4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.
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