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Tue Jun 27th 2023

Tuesday Evening 2* Pub Ride	2*

Leader: Stephanie Haddrell	Start Time: 6:30 pm	Start Location: Old Mill Hall
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. 1.5-2 hour ride at a riding pace of 18-20km/h (11-13mph) Hackpen and 7 Barrows Pub Night!
Riders: Barry Stanton David Jackson Des Higgs Gareth Smith Stephanie Haddrell Riders = 5 Weather: Report: A fine night for a climb, not too warm and with some strong legs amongst the riders. We headed out of Grove taking a sneaky short cut from OMH to Brereton Drive to avoid 3* throng. We then encountered heavy traffic on Denchworth Road and so took the cycle path from the aeroplane roundabout, before heading out to the Letcombes. Thankfully once on the village roads traffic was quiet and we could ride comfortably as a group, particularly beneficial as there was a head wind! Des was Ok with his Motor and Barry had warmed up over the weekend so he was on form too! As we climbed Gramps Hill the men overtook and I was happy to reach the top. We paused for breath and a drink before taking on Hackpen with the headwind to add to the challenge. Thanks Gareth for pulling me up and taking the front. Another breather on the ridgeway we enjoyed the descent to Lambourn before turning to pass 7 barrows for a gentler climb to join the ridgeway. All down Hill from here and with the wind mostly in our favour we cruised home via Kingston Lisle, Baulking and Goosey. No takers for pub night tonight all too tired after busy weekends. Thanks team for good company and support.
Distance: 34.92 km (21.70 mi)
Proposed Route: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/59343471"
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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