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Tuesday evening 1* Ride | 1* |
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Leader:Steve Swanton |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:This week, a longer but essentially flat loop around the Vale visiting Denchworth, Charney Bassett and Stanford-in-the Vale, returning via 'Park Lane'. A round trip of about 14 miles.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. |
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Riders:Carin TranterDiana Whidborne Douglas Gunn Kirsty Gunn Lorna Swanton Martyn Wigmore Paul Penfold Steve Swanton Riders = 8 Weather:Report:An evening that just seemed to get nicer and nicer the longer we were out.Apart from a close shave for me with an impatient overtaking motorist as we approached Charney Bassett, an otherwise straightforward ride to Stanford with a nice tailwind on the way to Gainfield cross-roads. We took a break on Stanford church green beside the church, a most pleasant spot. I would thoroughly recommend a walk around the churchyard next time. Tonight the long grass (set aside for wildlife) and a large chestnut tree were beautifully back-lit in the evening light. Approaching Park Lane, we found the road to be closed for resurfacing. Nothing ventured... we started along it to see whether we could get through, soon coming up to recently laid but dry tarmac. Lovely. Further on, the old road had been partly scraped away in preparation for the new surface, so a few lumps and knobbles to contend with, but nothing as bad as some of our potholed town roads. We were soon through to Goosey Wick without hold-up. Back in Grove about 8:15 after a most relaxed ride. Thanks everyone for coming and to Martyn for unofficial sweeping duties. | ||
Distance:23.01 km (14.30 mi) | ||
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27668681" | ||
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Tuesday Evening 2* Ride | 2* |
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Leader:John Tranter |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly. Weekly 1.5 hour rides at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph). Not likely to be very hilly.A north Vale loop tonight, passing through the lovely villages of Garford and Fyfield, rarely visited by the 2* group. We will hone our technical skills over the Southmoor footbridge from the north before dropping back down to Charney Bassett and home. 22 miles / 34km. |
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Riders:Brian HipwellClare Hazell Des Higgs James Bosley John Hibberd John Tranter Karl Blake Mila Yearley Steve Boreham Riders = 9 Weather:Report:A nice group on a slightly chilly and slightly windy evening. We all stayed together well and enjoyed the rare ride through the lovely village of Garford, enlivened by the celebratory flag put out by a work colleague!The main road stretches were a little stressful but OK and we were soon back on the quiet lanes across to Fyfield and then along to the footbridge at Southmoor. The downhill swoop to Charney Bassett was fun with a tailwind and we were soon back in Grove. Thanks to all for your good company. | ||
Distance:35.41 km (22.00 mi) | Ride Details:https://ridewithgps.com/trips/23963071 | |
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/10159666" | ||
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Tuesday Evening Off Road Ride | 2* |
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Leader:David Yearley |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres and good lights required. We are keen to welcome new riders and have spare lights available to borrow if you let me know. Dark, cold and wet - we'll ride in any two. But please let me know if you are coming so I can tell you if I decide to cancel due to really bad weather. |
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Riders:David BrownDavid Yearley Riders = 2 Report: | ||
Distance:29.00 km (18.02 mi) | ||
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Tuesday Evening 3* Ride | 3* |
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Leader:Terry Penn |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours at a riding pace of 20-24km/h (13-15mph). May be hilly. A nice flat ride around the vale, on a sunny (hopefully) Tuesday evening. |
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Riders:Andy PixtonDarran Milne David Talboys Eddie Little Hugo Pile Jane John John Groves Joy Arthur Nick Dunton Olivia Pile Roger Postbeschild Roger Turnbull Sharon Bedford Terry Penn Riders = 14 Report:A good flat ride, where 50% of the group unintentionally took a short cut towards the end at Charney Bassett and skived off for an early bath! | ||
Distance:41.75 km (25.94 mi) | ||
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27681497" | ||
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Tuesday Evening 4* Ride | 4* |
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Leader:Nick Fisher |
Start Time:6:30 pm |
Start Location:OMH |
Description:Weekly 1.5-2 hours ride at a riding pace of 25-29km/h (16-18mph). May be hilly. Weekly 1.5 - 2 hours ride at a riding pace of 25-29km/h (16-18mph). May be hilly.A longer route this week, taking advantage of the daylight hours. The forecast is overcast, so please bring lights for the return leg just in case. |
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Riders:Iain KentJason Jones Jerry Bird Nick Fisher Phil Ward Richard Hypher Riders = 6 Report: | ||
Distance:59.40 km (36.91 mi) | ||
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27698480" | ||
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