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Tue Aug 20th 2013

Tuesday Evening 4* Ride	4*

Leader: Andy Cowan	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: Hilly.We will be climbing or sharp descending. Up Chain Hill,carry on for a few miles then right towards Boxford,lumpy for a few more,through the village,still lumpy until the sharp drop towards the Shefford road and right to Wantage,another longish drag until the decent of Manor Hill. Getting dark early now so please bring decent lights,it`s 32 miles so we need to get a wiggle on.Expected speed on this terrain will be 16-17mph but of course no-one will get left behind.
Riders: Andy Cowan Frank Schroer Geoff Covey Riders = 3 Weather: Report: Well you can imagine what was going through my mind when arguably the best 2 road riders in the club turned out to be the only other riders in the group,a right kicking awaits!But I have to say nothing could be further from the truth,both of them cradled me round like a newborn,thanks gentlemen,I really enjoyed the ride it was a pleasure riding with you.See you next time. 690 m up Av speed 16.7m p h Leader on the front 100 yards !
Distance: 51.98 km (32.30 mi)
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Start Locations: WMP
Wantage Market Place; OMH
Old Mill Hall, Grove

Categories: 1* - Suitable for irregular, social, beginner or family riders, pace will match the slower riders. Not hilly or long. Expect rides up to 3 hours. Gentle exercise.; 2* - Suitable for regular riders who prefer to cover some distance but at a more relaxed pace. Likely to be half-day rides. Solid exercise.; 3* - Suitable for experienced riders, may be hilly, long, quick, or any combination! Likely to be half or full-day rides. Challenging exercise.; 4* - Suitable for athletic riders who can ride safely above the 3* standard. Quick rides for the fit.; More Information