Summer edition of Spokespiece is now available
The September edition of the Club's newsletter is now available for your entertainment. It features a Tour of Normandy, a review of some of the Club's historic records (particularly the Three Cities), many of which have been broken this year, and several other...
Dramatic Skies and Minor Soakings
Eight riders gathered in the square on a somewhat overcast morning. Although it must be noted that the ride leader, at least, had observed a wonderful golden sunrise not two hours ago - we mustn't complain too much about the weather! We followed a familiar route...
Where was Noah when we needed an Ark?
After a long dry summer, the Tour of Britain arrived this week, and with it the rain. A forecast of 60% chance of moderate rain (pictured) guided route planning for the intermediate ride, which was intended to pass through Birdwood, Cinderford, Pedalabikeaway,...
It rained
When the five of us started out it was dry. At Highnam it was time to get jackets on, and by Tibberton we were pretty damp. By now the rain had progressed from steady drizzle to light downpour and we were discussing alternative destinations. We were thoroughly wet by...