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Thu Dec 12th 2024
Daytime 2* Thursday Ride 2*
Leader:
John Tranter
Start Time:
10:00 am
Start Location:
OMH
Description:
Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph).

A classic route - out through Denchworth and Hanney then across Cow Common to Steventon, up the hill and Featherbed Lane to East Hendred. Then we take the Icknield Way to coffee at the Grocer Chef in Ardington. Home on the new path alongside King Alfred Way.

18 miles / 29km
Riders:
Angie Fisher
Brian Hipwell
David Jackson
Des Higgs
James Bosley
John Tranter
Louise Bowers
Patrick O'Leary
Pauline Clark
Roger Postbeschild
Roger Turnbull
Terry Ryland
Tim Hoyle
Riders = 13

Weather:
black low cloudcloudy with light rain
Report:
It was clear that even the tiniest hint of halfway decent weather was enough to get lots of people out, eager for fresh air and exercise! A big group assembled - many thanks to Roger P for leading a second group on the road. All went well with the route, although it was unfortunate to have to deal with two separate incidents of cars overtaking on blind corners and then trying to veer into the group.

As we climbed out of East Hendred we entered the gloom and mist and the ride was distinctly wet from there on. However the mood was lifted by warmth and great service at the Grocer Chef in Ardington. We finished off with a ride on the excellent shared use path alongside the new King Alfred Way road (although the difficulty in crossing the A417 highlighted the need for a priority crossing point there).

Thanks to all for your cheerful company throughout!
Distance:
28.97 km (18.00 mi)
Ride Details:
https://ridewithgps.com/trips/242304012
2* Thursday ride on the Icknield Way
2* Thursday ride on the Icknield Way
2* Thursday ride on the Icknield Way
2* Thursday ride on the Icknield Way
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49226180"
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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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