Steady Rides
Our steady rides, held every Sunday and are ideal for new riders, or riders returning to cycling after a long break and looking for a pleasant, social ride. Distance covered will usually vary between 35 and 60 miles, and the speed and terrain will always depend on the ability of the group on the day.
For more information contact Janette (01772) 717385, or Doreen (01772) 617236.
Intermediate Rides
A range of more challenging rides for more experienced riders, with two groups riding every Sunday.
You'll notice these rides go at a faster pace and cover a significantly greater distance, usually 50-80 miles (depending on weather, terrain and ability of group). On these rides, we will always have at least one café stop.
Faster Rides
These are specific rides for racing and sportive riders and are held every Sunday. As the name suggests, these rides are at a fast pace, ideal preparation for racing competitions. These rides will also feature a café stop.
General Information
All our rides start from Preston College, St Vincents Road, Fulwood. PR2 8UR.
Start times:
9:00 a.m. (March-November) and 10:00 a.m. (December-February)
You can use any roadworthy bike and wear any suitable clothing (why not check out our CLOTHING section for some RVCRC Club clothing? Waterproofs and a helmet are advised.
We recommend you bring 2 spare inner tubes and a bicycle pump, accidents can happen!
Guidelines for riding in a group
Ride a maximum of two abreast where possible and single up where road conditions require it. This is the recommendation of the “ Highway Code” and is common courtesy to other road users.
Select the group most suitable for your standard of riding. This means that you get a good ride and are not either struggling to keep up or forcing the pace for the rest of the group.
During the ride please warn the riders behind of potholes, cars, pedestrians etc.
If you are unsure of anything please ask one of the more experienced riders.
These are just guidelines to make the Sunday ride an enjoyable experience for everybody.
For a more comprehensive set of guidelines for riding in a group please check out this CTC website link.
http://www.ctc.org.uk/DesktopDefault.aspx?TabID=4015
All rides will incorporate a refreshment stop but it is advisable to bring a drink and an energy/cereal bar.
All rides are subject to change.
If you are a novice, if you are unsure of your ability or for more information contact Janette (01772)717385 or Doreen (01772)617236.
