Today the Wheelers launched the new Grand Pier 10 mile ride which is open to all cyclists. If you fancy club riding then this is a great way to start and join in the fun! The new ride from Priory School to the Grand Pier then forms the main sunday club run. Today the ride took us past the queue for Dismaland up Bleadon Hill down to Lympsham then on and over Brent Knoll. A nice flat ride through Mark and Wedmore and on to Cheddar. This time we tackled the Shipham Hill climb and the Longbottom climb over the Mendips and down Burrington Coombe. From there we had a steady ride back via Wrington and ST Georges. A good 55 miles of riding and 2300ft of climbing. A big thanks to Ben, luke, Daniel, Paul, Mike, Andrew, Merion, Greg, Andy, Chris and a warm welcome to Simon and Wayne.
Total distance: 58.22 mi
Max elevation: 1140 ft
Min elevation: 222 ft
Total climbing: 2326 ft
Total descent: -2281 ft
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A big thanks to all who could make it to our meeting last night. I good laugh was had by all. It was great to see some new faces and some not so new making a welcome return now the school holidays are over. For those who couldnt make it and for people looking to join the club members all agreed we should try to make the club more inclusive and welcoming for new riders. Also as the club membership is growing and the sunday ride numbers increase we will eventually have two groups.So with these points in mind the following was decided-
1/ Every club run will have a pre ride safety briefing by the ride leader.
2/ In addition to the group staying together as per the code of conduct another rider will be required to keep an eye on the back of the group for any stragglers and notify the rest of the group.
3/ A new 15 mile loop will take place at the start of the sunday ride to encourage new members to join. This will start at Priory School at 9am as normal and will finish at the Grand Pier. The more experienced riders will then carry on with the main ride.
4/ The start time on sunday will be 8.30 during the spring and summer months
5/ Any new member paying his/her subs from september will be covered for the following season.
6/ A curry night is imminent so watch this space!
The club has grown dramatically over the last six months and with such friendly and enthusiastic members is set to continue the trend. A big thanks to all and lets have a safe Autumn and winter of cycling!
Pete
Sundays ride leaves as usual from Priory School entrance at 9am.
This sunday its open to non members so why not join us and see if the club is for you.