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Tue Aug 17th 2021

Tuesday Evening 1* Ride	1*

Leader: Steve Boreham	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: OMH
Description: Route this week - out via Wantage to Letcombes, then tackle Holborn Hill, before the the descent into Childrey. then continue via track to West Hanney. Short "hop" on the A417 to then take turn towards Denchworth, then via Denchworth and back to Grove. Approx 20km/12 miles. As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. To book your place - please text the ride leader no sooner than the Wednesday before the ride. Our leisurely and sociable Tuesday 1* rides are designed specifically with adult newcomers to cycling and youngsters in mind, or those who just want some relaxed and sociable exercise. We cover a distance of about 10 miles at a gentle pace of 8-10 mph, following quiet country lanes and the occasional easy off-road track. We stop regularly to catch our breath, to take in the views and anything that takes our interest along the way.
Riders: Carin Tranter Michael Tayler Steve Boreham Steve Swanton Tim Waite Riders = 5 Weather: Report: A very relaxed ride - with a select group of five. At the start I was trying to think of a better way across Wantage to the Letcombe turn - to reduce the time on the main roads(!). Steve S kindly stepped a s"guest leader" for the first couple of miles, with a nice winding route through the estates (did not quite get the impromptu "coffee stop" chez SS but hey ho). This cut out much of the main roads so was well worth it. Periodic stops to relax, whilst building up for the "main strain" of Holborn Hill. This was tackled with aplomb, and we were able to enjoy the descent into Childrey. All smooth from there via the track and through West Challow. Later on, brief stop on the railway bridge on route to Denchworth, with yours truly sharing a dubious cheesy joke with the group (Day job being kept). Then the final stretch via Denchworth and home. Thanks to Steve S for scenic detour at the start. Much better than the main roads... Thank you everybody for a lovely ride.
Distance: 20.92 km (13.00 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29953829"
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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