Taking Part
Our Rides
We aren’t manic road warriors, heads down fighting for breath. We are a social club that ride in loose groups and chat along the way
Our rides usually have a stop for lunch; at a cafe or for a picnic. And we break half way for a drink or a snack
Don’t worry about falling behind, the group will not leave anyone behind and will wait for you at the next junction or at the top of a climb
Ride Grades
Our rides are graded so you can pick a suitable ride:
D 9 to 10 mph average, an easy pace overall
C 10 to 12 mph, relatively flat, with the odd climb
B 12 to 14 mph so faster, often further and possibly quite hilly!
If you are new to riding in a group we suggest you start with D ride. But contact us to discuss.
Safety Note, please let the ride leader know if you are taking anticoagulant medication or you have Type 1 Diabetes or Epilepsy, so that we can respond appropriately in case of an accident.
Riding in a Group
Important: before you join one of our rides, read the advice from Cycling UK here
Our top tips from their advice are:
Never ride more than two abreast, except when passing. Shout ‘Passing!’ if you do so
Ride in single file on narrow or busy roads, unless it would be unsafe to do so
Be alert to what other riders around you are doing and do not get too close to them
Shout ‘Slowing!’ or ‘Stopping!’ if necessary – smooth, gentle manoeuvers work best
Point out any road defects or other hazards to following riders: “pothole, bollard, gravel, etc.”
On Facebook
Check out our Facebook page for any last minute changes to rides, to see posts and photos from our rides, and news from other members of the group
Your Bicycle
Most bikes are suitable, although very narrow tyres can be a bit uncomfortable on poorer road surfaces
We suggest mudguards for poor weather, but if you ride at the back and don’t splash us, we don’t insist
But your bike must be safe and roadworthy. Click on this link to see Tredz Bike Check video
And in late autumn or winter you make sure that you have a set of working lights to get back home on the darker afternoons
What to Bring
We suggest that you should bring:
- wet weather wear and warm clothing
- a spare inner tube, a pump and tyre levers
- some food and drink to keep you going
- money for emergencies (and possibly lunch)
It is also a good idea to have a mobile phone and to carry details of your address and an emergency telephone contact number, just in case
Let the Ride Leader know if you are new to the group
Listen to all instructions carefully
Abide by the Highway and Countryside Codes