Club Ride Diary
Glad to be cycling in the summer
Fifteen left the Square on a sunny morning, as the roads were quiet at that time, the group took the A48 to Minsterworth. They were helped by a cool tail wind which was lost when they took to lanes. The countryside is at its best at the moment, fresh green foliage,...
Queen Stage of the Giro d’Italia today
Eleven set off on a beautiful summer morning, spoilt only by a quirky wind, which seemed to be a headwind all day. Some of the younger riders were enjoying springing off, and challenging themselves on the climbs, while the more experienced saved a bit for later in the...
Malcolms’ rides to Malmesbury (note the apostrophe!)
A touch of uncertainty at the Square as to which Malcolm was the official leader: both claimed it was he; the President then gallantly and correctly stepped aside. However, Malcolm the Younger having committed to meeting a fellow club member en route at Cranham Corner...
In the summertime
Once Foston's Ash was gained, our group of eight riders settled down to enjoy the beautiful countryside around us, bathed in summer sunshine. After the Daneway drop, Garmin reported that Sapperton was our last hill; tht's really getting the climbing done early in the...
Steady riders enjoyed the sunshine, while it lasted
Following the annual club photo on the steps of the Cathedral’s West entrance, nine riders set off over the causeway and through to Highnam on the cycle path. Still plenty of standing water in the Leadon valley. In true Toby style, acting as emergency ride leader, we...
Novice ride attracted two new riders
Seven riders set off from the Cathedral, including two newbies: Andrew and Dare Sam. The ride leader took the scenic route, accidentally on purpose, from the Cathedral: riding around the Cathedral before setting off on the route proper to Newent. It was the funniest...
New Club photo
Thanks to everyone who was able to participate Here are some from years gone by:
The Club tour to Warwick
Ten left the square on Alastair’s tour of the cycle paths to Bishop’s Cleeve. An unscheduled dismount in the traps at Southam and wet feet on the new cycle path at Bishop’s Cleeve were the only incidents of note before lunch at Copthorne. A hydration stop in Inkberrow...
Emus in Nupend
Six of us left the square on a cold overcast morning. The sun was due to show, so we all set off optimistic. Heading out of town down Southgate Street, we turned right at the roundabout and over the swing bridge at the quays. Onto the canal towpath we traveled,...
Enjoying the dry weather
Despite the early start, fourteen set off from a sunny Square in calm but cool conditions. 8.30am certainly gave us quieter roads to exit the City. Out via Longlevens, Innsworth and Frogfurlong lane to the Green ¾ mile section. Temporary lights on the edge of Chelt...