Gloucester City Cycling Club

Inter Club Evening 10 mile Time Trial on UC713 NOTE COURSE CHANGE
2021-05-27 19:00 - 20:00 (Europe/London) | Corse/Staunton (UC713), Corse TT start, Corse, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Tonight’s event has been moved from the Teddington course because of road works. Worcester Road and Straight Lane have been closed to remove Cats Eyes etc. in preparation for resurfacing on Friday but we are advised that the road will be open on Thursday evening for the race.
The evening time trials count towards season long competitions as noted in the event category below. These are the Club Events Best App Rounder (CEBAR), the overall winner of which is awarded the Paul Barnard Trophy, and the Dan Knight Trophy. There are categores within the CEBAR competion for Ladies, Seniors and Veteran riders in various age groups.
The event is open to non members for an additional charge of £1 to obtain day membership.
If a person is unable to time keep / organize it is their responsibility to swap duties and inform the Racing Secretary.
Full season’s race calendar is available here

Social Evening Ride to a pub
2021-04-14 19:00 - 22:00, 2021-05-12 18:30 - 22:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
A circular ride out and back, stopping at a pub for a drink in the garden, subject to Covid guidelines, the rule of six, and the weather.
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
The ride will finish after dusk so bring your best lights.

Chain Gang
2021-04-14 18:30 - 20:00 | Longford Hand Car Wash, Longford,, Gloucester, GL2 9BN, United Kingdom
An early evening chain gang ride for members only on roads North of Gloucester. Although the aim is to get back before dusk please ensure that you have lights when needed. Early season rides will cut across the river Severn at Haw Bridge and return via Ashleworth. As the evenings lengthen a longer route on the A38 to Tewkesbury, A438, B4211 and A417 will be used. The shorter route will also be used for a ladies’ chain gang that will leave after the men’s group.
It’s a full on fast ride for 23 miles from Longford to Tewkesbury & back to Maisemore via Corse Lawn designed for riders capable of keeping up with serious amateurs for 20+ miles. Groups will split into different abilities as required but if you drop off you must be able and willing to find your own way home. Watch the video here.
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Note that although this is race training the rules of the road still apply. Be courteous to other road users and ease the pace when going through built up areas. Remember:

It’s not a race, it’s training
Try and keep it to groups of no more than eight, even if it means three groups
Everyone should work together but ride through smoothly and ease off when you come off the front
Set off at two minute intervals and make sure each group waits for everyone in the group to get across the first roundabout
Don’t start the chain until past Twigworth
It’s for members only
Ease up through Tewkesbury town and when you meet the A417 at Corse
Have fun and be safe

Evening Social Ride
2016-10-11 19:00 - 21:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
Ride out beginning at King’s Square and ending at the Gala Club or The Pelican, to be decided on the night

Category B ride to Northleach
2021-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
The Club meets in Kings’ Square for a ride to take coffee at around eleven o’clock in The Old Prison. Most riders then return to Gloucester to be home around one o’clock but there is an optional extension to take in a pub lunch at The Ol Elm Tree in Churchdown. Destinations are posted in advance and can be downloaded to your smart phone’s calendar (see buttons below) or as a pdf from here if you want a hard copy. All rides count to the Dancey Trophy. Sign the attendance book or be noted as present at the coffee / lunch stop if you wish to compete.
The Sport Ride, also to Northleach, route is HERE
If you would like to know more about what to expect on our Sunday rides see here and for a list of events similar to this one click on event tags below. Details of the destinations can be found here
PLEASE FIT YOUR BIKE WITH MUDGUARDS WHEN WEATHER CONDITIONS DICTATE

Training Ride Whiteway/Kemble/Nailsworth
2021-05-23 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
Sundays Training Ride is heading up to the Whiteway, then onto Kemble, weather permitting but subject to change en-route if necessary. Don’t forget mudguards if damp.Coffee at the Roastery to finish inside hopefully for a change.
Training Rides are around three hours with a coffee stop at the end in or around Gloucester. Average Speed of about 19-21 mph. They always re group after a climb,but be prepared to be dropped on the run in back to Gloucester over the last 5-10 miles if it speeds up at the end of the ride. Training Rides always regroup after a climb, participants must be prepared to be dropped on the run in back to Gloucester over the last 5-10 miles if it speeds up at the end of the ride. Participants need to be capable of 20+ mph bunch riding for at least 3 hours
Route is HERE

10 mile evening time trial at Corse UC713
2021-05-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Corse/Staunton (UC713), Corse TT start, Corse, Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
See club website for course information. Late notices and changes before events will also appear on Facebook. The evening time trials count towards season long competitions as noted in the event category below. These are the Club Events Best App Rounder (CEBAR), the overall winner of which is awarded the Paul Barnard Trophy, and the Dan Knight Trophy. There are categores within the CEBAR competion for Ladies, Seniors and Veteran riders in various age groups.
The event is open to non members for an additional charge of £1.50 to obtain day membership.
COVID requirements
Maintain 2 m social distancing at all times and bring with you to the event:

Pen
Means of contactless payment
Face mask
Rear light (mandatory)
Front light (advisory)
Safety pins (to attach race number)

At the event remember:

Sign-on using your own pen and whilst wearing a face covering
No cash will be accepted
No rear light – no ride (CTT regulation)
Do not congregate at the start – arrive at the start no more than 5 minutes before your start time
At the finish, ride directly to your vehicle (or home)
Do not approach the timekeeper – results will be posted online and are not available at the event
After the race; place race number in bowl containing cleaning solution

A checklist for participants, timekeepers, and organizers is available HERE
If a person is unable to time keep / organize it is their responsibility to swap duties and inform the Racing Secretary.
Full season’s race calendar is available here

B Category Ride to Beckford
2021-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Today we shall have a Club ride to the Beckford area from Kings Square. Please assemble in groups around King’s Square as previously, using the space to socially distance. There will probably be an opportunity for a takeaway coffee and snack in or near Beckford but this cannot be relied upon. We advise riders to come prepared for any eventuality by bringing a means of making a contactless payment, a face mask, and a snack. The usual optional pub stop (planned to be at The Shutters in Gotherington) may be replaced by a visit to a private garden, depending on interest and weather.
Even if it isn’t actually raining, please bring mudguards for the wet roads and the comfort of anyone on your wheel,
Route is HERE

AA category Club ride to Tewkesbury
2021-05-16 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Today we shall have a Club ride to the Tewkesbury area from Kings Square. Please assemble in groups around King’s Square as previously, using the space to socially distance. There will probably be an opportunity for a takeaway coffee and snack in or near Tewkesbury but this cannot be relied upon. We advise riders to come prepared for any eventuality by bringing a means of making a contactless payment, a face mask, and a snack. The usual optional pub stop (planned to be at The Shutters in Gotherington) may be replaced by a visit to a private garden, depending on interest and weather.

Training Ride to Elmley Castle & Winchcombe
2021-05-16 09:00 - 12:30 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.

The distance is typically 50 miles non stop (post ride coffee optional). Pace is brisk, typically averaging 20mph or more. Bring mudguards as the road, if not the weather, will be wet.
The route is HERE Coffee afterwards at St. Oswald’s Retail Park.

25 mile evening time trial at Maisemore U72
2021-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Gloucestershire

Category A ride to Dursley
2021-05-09 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
Today’s A ride will stop for coffee in the Dursley area.
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Please assemble in groups around King’s Square as previously, using the space to socially distance. We advise riders to come prepared for any eventuality by bringing a means of making a contactless payment, a face mask, and a snack. The optional pub stop will be at the Salutation Inn in Ham.

Training Ride to Hoarwithy
2021-05-09 09:00 - 12:30 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.

The Training ride Sunday is heading towards the Wye Valley. Leave at 9.00 am, all the usual covid rules apply, please meet in small groups by the post office, and to finish a coffee at Cornetto afterwards. Bring mudguards if road or weather is wet.
Route is https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29823328

Club ride over the Bridge - EARLY START
2021-05-09 08:00 - 15:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Today we shall have two rides across the Severn Bridge by way of Tintern. The Club Ride will start at 08:00 and the Sport Ride, for faster riders, at 08:30. The route is HERE.
Please assemble in groups around King’s Square as previously, using the space to socially distance. We advise riders to come prepared for any eventuality by bringing a means of making a contactless payment, a face mask, and a snack. The optional pub stop will be at the Salutation Inn in Ham.

Virtual committee meeting
2021-05-05 20:00 - 21:00 | Gloucestershire
Under rule 3.4 of the Constitution Committee meetings are held each month. Log in details and agenda will be supplied to Committee members beforehand.
Under rule 3.2 of the Constitution ” Any Club member may attend a Club Committee meeting without serving on the Committee, i.e. he or she may be present at a meeting but may not have a vote or speak at the meeting, except when the Chairman or a majority of the Committee believe that it is in the Committee’s interest to hear that person’s view.”

Social Evening Ride to The Old Elm Tree in Churchdown
2021-05-04 19:00 - 22:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom

10 mile evening time trial at UC713 Staunton
2021-05-04 18:30 - 20:00 | Pendock UC101 start, Malvern Road, Staunton, Gloucestershhire, United Kingdom
Tonight’s TT will be the UC713 Staunton 10 course rather than the planned Pendock course. This is because the B4208 has been resurfaced between Pendock and Camers Green. It will all be at the usual time: sign on 18:00-18:30, first off 19:01. See club website for course information. Late notices and changes before events will also appear on Facebook. The evening time trials count towards season long competitions as noted in the event category below. These are the Club Events Best App Rounder (CEBAR), the overall winner of which is awarded the Paul Barnard Trophy, and the Dan Knight Trophy. There are categores within the CEBAR competion for Ladies, Seniors and Veteran riders in various age groups.
The event is open to non members for an additional charge of £1.50 to obtain day membership.
COVID requirements
Maintain 2 m social distancing at all times and bring with you to the event:

Pen
Means of contactless payment
Face mask
Rear light (mandatory)
Front light (advisory)
Safety pins (to attach race number)

At the event remember:

Sign-on using your own pen and whilst wearing a face covering
No cash will be accepted
No rear light – no ride (CTT regulation)
Do not congregate at the start – arrive at the start no more than 5 minutes before your start time
At the finish, ride directly to your vehicle (or home)
Do not approach the timekeeper – results will be posted online and are not available at the event
After the race; place race number in bowl containing cleaning solution

A checklist for participants, timekeepers, and organizers is available HERE
If a person is unable to time keep / organize it is their responsibility to swap duties and inform the Racing Secretary.
Full season’s race calendar is available here

Steve Taylor Road Race CANCELLED
2021-05-02 10:00 - 14:00 | Gloucestershire
The Committee has reluctantly decided, in view of prevailing Covid regulations and guidance from British Cycling, that we must cancel this year’s race.

Sport Ride to North Nibley and Tortworth
2021-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
Sundays Sports ride is heading towards North Nibley/ Tortworth, followed by a coffee at the Roastery to finish. Dont forget social distancing when we meet .

55.2 mi, +2373 ft. Route is HERE

British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.

The distance is typically 50 miles non stop (post ride coffee optional). Pace is brisk, typically averaging 20mph or more. Bring mudguards if road or weather is wet.

Club ride to Colwall
2021-05-02 09:00 - 13:00 | King’s Square, 28 Oxebode, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1AD, United Kingdom
British Cycling has advised that organized groups of fifteen are permitted under the Government’s regulations, but the Committee considers this too many to ride together on open roads, not least because of the obstruction it could cause to motor traffic. Instead, we shall ride in smaller groups, the size and composition of which will be decided by the ride leaders at the meeting point. At the meeting point, and any stops along the route, guidelines on social distancing will still apply so please do not approach other riders too closely.
Today we shall have a Club ride to the Colwall area from Kings Square. The A ride will go to Cafe Morso, and the B ride to Gt. Malvern. The B ride route is HERE.
Please assemble in groups around King’s Square as previously, using the space to socially distance. We advise riders to come prepared for any eventuality by bringing a means of making a contactless payment, a face mask, and a snack. The optional pub stop will be at the Farmers Arms in Birtsmorton.
