A very hilly way to get to Nailsworth!

A very hilly way to get to Nailsworth!

I was pleased to find that six riders joined my ride, making us a lucky seven. Whilst the air was very chilly, thankfully it stayed dry. We headed out of the city centre towards Upton St Leonards, to begin the Nut Hill climb after approaching from the North by going...
Gravel, grass, and gradients for the Gravel Ride to Tinkley Gate

Gravel, grass, and gradients for the Gravel Ride to Tinkley Gate

Five rides started from the Square today, the least popular being the President’s guided tour of local tracks on the way to the new National Trust café at Tinkley Farm. Still, quality outshines quantity and three of us set off down Southgate Street, where interest was...

Crisp January morning

On a crisp mid-January Sunday morning five riders opted for the novice ride to Nailsworth, this was rather a surprise given the plethora of rides on offer, however their attendance was a welcome one so off we went. Down Southgate Street and onto the Bristol Road we...
A great day for a ride

A great day for a ride

After a brief wait in the Square for a late arrival, eleven of us set off under an initially grey sky. Not to worry the sun made an appearance and there was warmth in it. Out of Gloucester we headed towards Longlevens then along Innsworth Lane past the ever growing...

Beautiful day to be out on the bike

Seven opted for the tempo mystery ride on a beautiful cold crisp winter’s morning, that was thankfully frost free. Oxtalls and Frogfurlong lanes took us to the “green mile” (the new cycle path). Using teamwork into the light northerly wind, the Old...
Mechanical problems when cold and wet

Mechanical problems when cold and wet

Ten riders left the Square knowing of a grim weather forecast, which proved accurate. A sheltered start along the canal took us to Epney Lane and a left turn avoided the Elmore climb; instead it was into a strong chilly SE wind and the start of rain. A cape stop was...