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Tue Dec 9th 2014

Tuesday Evening Off-road Ride	2*

Leader: David Yearley	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: Off-road ride around local tracks, usually about 15 miles. Knobbly tyres and good lights required. We are keen to welcome new riders and have spare lights available to borrow if you let me know. Dark, cold and wet - we'll ride in any 2. But please let me know if you are coming so I can tell you if I decide to cancel due to really bad weather.
Riders: David Yearley Riders = 1 Report: I was the only one again tonight. Everyone seemed to have valid reasons why they couldn't make it, but even if it was due to the weather then that would be a very valid reason! The rain was not too bad, but the wind was strong and gusting, with the first 5 miles, including the climb, into the headwind. The rain made things interesting, but there was not enough of it to wash the claggy mud from the bike. Coming out of the Bridge of Doom with a bike laden with mud, up a muddy slope, and into a head wind was just a little too much for me, causing me to get off and push! Overall, a very enjoyable ride, even if it was hard work for much of it. If you've never tried riding in mud, glorious mud, I'd be happy to show you the way
Distance: 22.53 km (14.00 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