Sunday Club Rides

We have groups catering for differing levels of fitness with average speeds from 15mph to 19mph+ (24kph-30.5kph+) and mileages ranging from 40 to 80 miles with a cafe stop along the way to refuel and rest before heading back.

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Meeting Point

Sherborne St John village hall car park.Location - Kiln Rd, Sherborne St John, Basingstoke RG24 9HR

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Parking available - If you are bringing a car please park at the back of the village hall. Do not park in the Swan car park, as your car may be towed away!

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Ride Groups

All groups are non drop, you will not be left behind.

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Please choose the appropriate group for your fitness level and riding experience.

The expectation is that you ride within the given average speed of your chosen group.

 

If you are just taking up cycling as a sport and need advice on which group to ride with, contact our Sunday ride coordinator who can provide guidance - luke.brashier@gmail.com

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Steady Group - Start time 09:00 am

Average speed 15 - 16mph (24 - 25.7 kph)

Distance 40/50 miles (64 - 80.5 kilometres )

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Tempo Group - Start time 9.00 am

Average speed 16.5 - 18 (26.7 - 29kph)

50 - 80 miles (80.5 - 129 kilometres) 

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Fast Group - Start time 7.30am. This group runs from May to August each year. 

Average speed 19mph+ (30.5kph+)

50 - 80 miles (80.5 - 129 kilomtres)

 

Ride Schedule

Clicking the button below will take you to the ride schedule

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If the weather is not looking good the ride leaders will issue a go/no go message on the Club Rides WhatsApp group on Sunday morning.

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Routes

The routes are planned in advance and the route file and risk assessment are available via the club Routes page to enable you to preview and download them.

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Cafe Stops

Café stops will be made but you still need to ensure you bring a drink and some energy bars. 

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Join a Ride As a Guest

If you are not a member of the club you can still join a ride as a guest for up to three rides. For insurance purposes, you will need to register as a guest rider by completing the form using the button below. If you are under 18 years old you will to be accompanied by a parent/guardian.

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Please read the ride briefing notes before joining a ride

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Here is a link to a British Cycling video which shows how best to ride in a group

 

 

 

You must not turn up for a ride if you have any symptoms of illness or feel unwell

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