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Thu Dec 5th 2024

Early 2* White Horse Challenge	2*

Leader: Des Higgs	Start Time: 10:00 am	Start Location: OMH
Description: Please pre-book for this ride by contacting the ride leader. Sociable ride of 24-40 km (15-25 miles) at a pace of 18-20km/h (11-13 mph). A ride to Ashbury Cafe along the springline road with an option to go up Dragon Hill for those that cannot make the organised rides on Sunday. Bring a mince pie! We can regroup at the foot of the hill with those not wishing to do White Horse Hill.
Riders: Angie Fisher Des Higgs Roger Postbeschild Riders = 3 Weather: Report: This was not your ride leader's first ascent of the hill for this year's challenge, but it was for Angie and Roger. Unfortunately, the tantalising prospect of clear weather and great views from the top vanished as we approached the climb. The top of the hill was now shrouded in cloud and it was distinctly damp. Undeterred, we ascended Dragon Hill and duly consumed pies at the top. We carried on down and enjoyed coffee at Ashbury shop before scooting back on a wind assisted return trip. A turnout of three for a Thursday ride was a little disappointing......was it the weather, or the prospect of Dragon Hill, or, both, maybe?
Distance: 45.00 km (27.96 mi)	Ride Details: https://ridewithgps.com/trips/241282734
Roger eating pie Roger eating pie Angie eating pie Des eating pie
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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