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Introductory Rides
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Participants of our January
2008 introductory ride who enjoyed a frosty loop to
Chaddesley Corbett via Clent regardless of freezing
temperatures
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On the first Sunday of every month, we have an Introductory
Ride to which everyone is welcome. The purpose of this event
is to provide a relatively short, easy-paced ride suitable
for newcomers or riders who are not yet confident of being
able to ride with the main club runs. Riders returning to
cycling, teenagers or those who are still gaining cycling
fitness would all benefit from joining us on these rides.
The leader will choose a route on quiet roads without too
many hills and nobody will be left behind. You can expect
the ride to cover about 20-30 miles including a stop at a
café for refreshments. The leader's aim is to help you enjoy
the ride and to answer any questions you may have about the
Beacon Roads Cycling Club.
Non-members are always welcome to join one or two rides on
a trial basis following which we would be delighted if you
choose to join the Beacon.
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Next Introductory Ride Date: 4th
April
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Led by: Dave Cole
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Details (published shortly before each ride)
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A gentle ride of approximately 30 miles
including a stop at a cafe.
During the winter, if adverse weather
conditions are forecast a decision will be made by the
ride leader the day before whether the ride will go
ahead. An announcement will be made either on this page
or on the club message
board so please check both before setting off if
the weather is in doubt. Please be aware that the ride
could still be cancelled at the Black Horse if the weather
is worse than forecast. However, it is always the responsibility
of each individual to make a personal decision about
whether they will be able to complete the ride safely.
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Introductory club runs meet at 9am for a 9.15 start from
the Black Horse public house, near the junction of Bristol
Road and Frankley Beeches Road, Northfield [map].
All participants are expected to be familiar with and follow
our Club
Run Guidelines.
Introductory rides are tailored to the needs of those
planning to take part. So, if you are thinking of joining
a ride, be sure to contact
us first and let us know a bit about the riding you've
been doing lately. Alternatively, just turn up at the Black
Horse and ask for the Intro Ride leader.
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Future Ride Dates
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Leader/s
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2nd May
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No intro ride due to the Little Mountain Time Trial
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6th June
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Steve Smith
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4th July
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Andy Terry
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In order to provide a slightly faster and longer ride for
cyclists who wish to progress from the introductory rides
but not are not quite ready to tackle a B run we will be holding
a C run on the 3rd Sunday of each month. These will typically
be 40 - 50 miles at an average speed of 12 - 13mph and include
stop at a cafe [details].
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