Last updated: 28 September 2024
To ensure that everyone gets to ride at a pace that is comfortable for them, we have four main groups, each with sub-groups. We are a road cycling club so you will need a road bike with drop handlebars and smooth tyres.
Tigers
Very Easy Tigers (VET's)VET's average 10-12 mph and this is the minimum paced ride we offer. We ask that you can do at least this pace over 30 miles (48 km) with some hills before joining club rides. If you’re not sure, you could try riding this route. If you can manage this in around 2 hours 45 minutes without stopping for a break then you should be able to keep up with VET's.
Easy Tigers - 12-13 mph (19-21 kph)
(Medium) Tigers - 13-14 mph (21-22.5 kph)
Fast Tigers - 14-15 mph (22.5-24 kph)
Distance to coffee: Tigers groups generally do 28-30 miles (45-48 km) before a stop.
Group leaders: The Tigers group leaders are Mike Duckett, Gill Newman and Matt Webster.
Jaguars
Average speed: 14-16 mph (22-26 kph)
Distance to coffee: 35-40 miles (56-64 km)
Group leaders: Andi West and Jane Eastman
Leopards
Average speed: 16-18 mph (26-29 kph)
Distance to coffee: 40-45 miles (64-72 km)
Group leaders: Russell King, Graeme Badenoch, Ken McCrorie and John Penberthy-Smith (JPS)
Cheetahs
Average speed: - 18+ mph (29+ kph)
Distance to coffee: 50-55 miles (80-88 km)
Group leaders: Mark Humphrey and Allen Lewis