We meet at the top of Holly Walk at 08:15 ready to leave for 08:30. The route is normally posted on the Facebook page the evening before.

These rides are aimed at riders who like to get some miles in and who love a thick wedge of cake to fuel that ride.

Rides are typically 50-65 miles (80-104 km) and we usually have three or more groups, split by speed and distance. Most rides have a café stop at half distance or so. There will be hills on these routes, so be prepared to channel your inner mountain goat at some point.

Estimated ride speeds:

• Easiest group = 15-17 mph (24-27 kph)

• Medium group = 16-18 mph (26-29 kph)

• Fastest group = 17+ mph (27+ kph)

We try to keep groups to 6-8 riders to keep things manageable for traffic, socialising and to prevent long queues at the cafes.

The easiest ride is a no drop, but please ensure you choose a suitable group to get the most enjoyment. If you have a puncture or mechanical, there is always plenty of help available.

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