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Looks great @KatieR
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Hello Swans
Off to Waterperry, a slightly longer ride but not very challenging parcore with one climb of note; you will be rewarded with probably the best teacake around, made by my friend Roy's Aunty Zenna(sometimes I may make stuff up in these posts, but this is true). So, as the weather is nice, dust off your bike and join us by hitting attend. -
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Hi all I have hurt my knee any takers for the ride lead
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Greetings Swans,
A lovely ride out to Hogshaw farm to have a jolly good chin wag. Having said that, be aware the risk of rain is on us, so keep your eyes peeled for any updates 👀 -
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So a longer at 48Miles ride to Norsk, the weather looks good so please hit attend. -
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The B ride is to Grain Store 44 with the easy classified climbs. The Weather looks dry so it attends if you fancy tagging along -
Let's play it by ear
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Hiya Swans,
Well, it's time to get your David Bellamy(RIP😥) wellies out and fake beard and be prepared to rummage around in Salcey Forest. The former medieval hunting forest is the largest ancient wood in the county, and the SSSI(Site of Special Scientific Interest) has most of the mature oak trees. The diverse ground flora includes bluebells, false brome, pendulous sedge and enchanter's nightshade. There are many breeding birds and nationally notable moth species. So press attend and well attend.
Distance:43.79 mi.
Parcore: rolling with a chak nip here and there.
Weather: Dry, Sun & cloud with a NNE wind gentle with a few gusts
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The ride is under review sue to wind
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Sure is
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I know it deeply descriptive
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Hi Swans,
Some mirth has been made at my verbose posts, in the spirit of giving the club what it needs. We will meet, ride a bike together to Little Aston, eat, and go home. It will be windy!😘 -
Ah, the Spring Equinox, a time of balance and renewal, and for cyclists, a herald of longer days and warmer rides. As winter's grip loosens, the Spring Equinox whispers, "Pack away your thermal gear; the season of shorts and sunscreen is upon us."
On this day, cyclists everywhere experience a collective joy, a seasonal shift in gear, if you will. Gone are the days of navigating through the gloom with lights ablaze. Now, they ride under the burgeoning light as day and night hold hands in perfect equilibrium, promising more daylight for future adventures.
Imagine the scene: The first ride after the Spring Equinox. Cyclists emerge like bears from hibernation, blinking in the bright light, their bikes gleaming with anticipation. This is no ordinary ride—it's a rebirth, a declaration that the tyranny of indoor trainers is over. The roads and trails call, beckoning with the allure of wildflowers and the promise of sun-kissed afternoons.
But let's not forget the real challenge the Spring Equinox brings: the fierce competition for café terrace seats. In their colourful plumage, Cyclists descend upon local haunts, eager for the first post-ride coffee in the sunshine. It's a gentle reminder that the season of camaraderie, of shared tales and laughter under open skies, has returned.
So, as we celebrate the Spring Equinox, let's pedal forward into the season of renewal, embracing longer days and the promise of countless rides under a benevolent sun. Here's to leaving behind the solitude of winter rides and welcoming the shared joy of spring cycling. Cheers to the Spring Equinox, when every cyclist feels a little lighter, a bit more buoyant on their saddle, ready to conquer the roads and trails anew. And if you think that a load of tosh, we have free cakes and brew.
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Hello Lovely Swans,
You're in for an exciting few weeks of rides led by me, so prepare for fun, laughter, and maybe getting a bit lost. We're heading to a favourite spot, Rectory Farm, offering gentle challenges with a bit of a punch leading up to our perfectly timed café stop. The highlight? You're rewarded with a fun ascent, where the cake and coffee you've enjoyed might just add a few extra miles per hour to your speed. This ride truly has it all—even an opportunity to do a bit of 'pick your own', should your jersey pockets permit. Just ensure you're picking someone else's; it's considered quite the faux pas to do otherwise in polite society.
Distance: 44miles
Parcore: Bumpy but very manageable
Weather: dry, Light SW 9mph
Cafe:https://rectoryfarmpyo.co.uk/cafe/
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It’s very sketchy
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Hi All,
Here we go for a lovely little spin 22 miles to Westbury. a gentle pace and a jolly good chin wag -
Lol yes I was morris about mist
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Hi Swans
We are off to Culworth. The home of the Culworth Gang! These highwaymen were active in south Northamptonshire and surrounding areas from the mid-1760s until 1787. Originally a gang of poachers trying to feed their families, they later turned to more severe crimes of burglary, highway robbery, and the rustling of farm animals.Their reign of terror ended when two of the gang, Richard Law and William Pettifer, stayed over in a tavern in Towcester, and the innkeeper found some of the gang's masks and other 'Highwayman' apparel in a bag. A constable was called who decided to put the pair under surveillance. Following a further robbery, a posse was raised to round up the other gang members; as a result, seven members went to trial, and five were convicted and sentenced to death by hanging.
I suggest we skip the hanging and have some cake instead. The total distance is 35 miles, the weather looks dry and the wind will be in our backs on the way home
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I’ll take a look thanks @TomGreatorex
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Hello swans,
It has been a while, but I am back on the ride lead schedule, and we are off to Limes Farm on a 40-mile ride with light winds. I may be a bit rusty, so looking at a 15 to 15mph ride with a no-drop policy. I look forward to seeing you all. It has been a whileTim
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Ride cancelled ❌
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We will be on the same route as the C ride
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Greetings Swans,
No, this is not Tim leading the leisure ride. It is, in fact, an AI cyclbot created by Mark. Just like Tim, it has the innate ability to see a route as a mere suggestion and is still devoid of any local knowledge other than the location of the Mitre. Yes, that's right. In this case, AI stands for Actual Idiot.
On a more practical note, this lovely 23-mile ride traverses the Great River Ouse, so it may need some adjustment on the day. Even though no rain is forecast, dress for wet conditions and Mudgards if you have them. The pace will be sedentary due to my failing body part, no fitness, and love for a natter and free cake.
Route:https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/310797268