Long Cycling Group
A sociable cycling group that explores the lanes of Worcestershire and sometimes further afield on a weekly basis. We welcome men and women who enjoy longer bike rides and a bit of a challenge. Our rides are led by different members on a weekly basis and always include cafe stops.
Rides alternate between two types:
"Long" for which David Holdsworth is the group leader - about 30 miles and with an average speed of around 12mph, but we will always wait/adjust our speed for riders whose natural pace is slower.
"Ultra" for which Steve Smith is the group leader - these can be up to 50 miles long and might be a bit quicker or include a few more hills - but again we will always wait if you are finding the going a little tough.
We normally start in Worcester around 9 on a Monday morning but sometimes further afield, and typically there are between 10 and 12 riders out each week. The group also likes to set the occasional challenge and support each other through that. In 2022 eleven riders completed a 100 mile route after following a programme of lengthening rides to build up for the big day.
We welcome all kinds of bikes and new members are very welcome to join us for a trial ride - just get in touch with David or Steve!
Our current programme of rides is below:
| Dates for your Diary | |
|---|---|
| Mon Apr 22nd | Long Ride - Richard D |
| Mon Apr 29th | Ultra Ride - Frans |
| Mon May 6th | Long Ride - Malvern Well Dressing David W |
| Mon May 13th | Ultra Ride - Alex |
| Mon May 20th | Long Ride - Richard A |
| Mon May 27th | Ultra Ride - Will |
| Mon Jun 3rd | Long Ride - Rod |
| Mon Jun 10th | Ultra Ride - 55 miles plus - Mike W |
| Mon Jun 17th | Long Ride - Ken |
| Mon Jun 24th | Ultra Ride - 65 miles plus Cyril (Steve W's Devon ride also planned for today) |
| Mon Jul 1st | Long Ride - taster ride as part of Coxon programme. Please come along! David H |
| Mon Jul 8th | Slimbridge century ride - Steve S and David |
| Mon Jul 15th | Long Ride - Mike L |
| Mon Jul 22nd | Ultra Ride - Richard D |
| Mon Jul 29th | Long Ride - Bob |
| Mon Aug 5th | Ultra Ride - Steve W |
| Mon Aug 12th | Long Ride - Frans |
| Mon Aug 19th | Ultra Ride - David W |
| Mon Aug 26th | Long Ride - Alex |