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Sun Dec 4th 2022

2* Sunday Shortie	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: An opportunity to conquer the Hill . A ride up to white Horse Hill with Mince Pies at the top! As a courtesy to the ride leader, we ask that you pre-book for this ride. Sociable rides from 24km-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 16-19km (10-12 miles) per hour. Please check website on the morning of the ride if the weather is poor as the ride may be cancelled or the start time changed. This is a pre-bookable ride. To book a place, text your name to the ride leader no earlier than 9:00am on the Monday before the ride. You will receive confirmation or be advised that the ride is fully booked. A reserve list will be maintained.
Riders: Barry Stanton Gerry Jones Jenny Gower John Tranter Karl Blake Lizzie Hardingham Stephanie Haddrell Terry Penn Tina Mould Riders = 9 Report: It was lovely to have a late flurry of riders join the ride to conquer the hill, and especially great to welcome a new rider Tina Mould to the ride, and 4 ladies on a 2. The weather was disappointing, no sun and a light drizzle as we headed out to Denchworth, and on to Childrey. A little chillier than of late, we kept moving, and were not hindered by much traffic. Karl acted as sweep and it was the girls, Jenny, Lizzie and Tina, along with John who took the front positions. and set the pace. We rode through Westcott to the spring line where we divided into two groups with John leading the first group and Terry the second and providing motivational chat to the group leader! As we arrived at the foot of Dragon Hill there were two schools of thought, some wanting a breather and others just wanting to get it over with! Whatever we all conquered the Hill and were justly rewarded with Mince pies at the top, and greeted by familiar faces, David Jackson who offered more mince pies and Terry Ryland who acted as group photographer. Thanks chaps great to see you! The rest at the top was welcome, although the weather turned cold and that with the descent made the north wind feel very bitter. The call of hot coffee and further refreshments beckoned. As we came into Uffington we had a minor mechanical with Tina having a slow puncture. She blew the tyre up and managed to ride home with a couple more inflations. It was a case of the hare and the tortoise- Tina racing off to get as close to home as possible, being chase by Barry , Karl and Terry, and myself John and Gerry catching up as the next inflation was complete. Lizzie and Jenny just cracking on at a very respectable 2 pace. In all a great ride with the Hill Conquered and teamwork ensuring that we all succeeded. Thanks to all for company and encouragement. Lets hope the 11th is brighter and warmer!
Distance: 37.01 km (23.00 mi)
2* group conquering White Horse Hill 2* group conquering White Horse Hill
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41524232"
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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