A shorter alternative to the main CR17 route, setting off from the Cotswold Gateway Car Park at 9.30am. This ride will meet-up with the riders on the main CR17 route at Coffee #1 in Cirencester at approximately 10.00am. Both rides then follow the same route all the way to Burford via the Windrush valley and back to Down Ampney before this ride splits off to return to the Cotswold Gateway Car Park.
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See main CR17 ride for full route description and lunchtime cafe stop.
A note about Challenge Rides:
All riders should be comfortable with the challenge of riding longer distances. It’s intended to ride the routes at a steady pace, so the group can stay together. If some people prefer to ride faster and/or if there are sufficient numbers we’ll split into separate groups. All participants should be competent and completely self-contained, carrying tools, tubes, spares etc, and enough food/drink/money to see them through the day. There is no ride-leader, no back-marker, and no route sheet. Everyone is advised to familiarise themselves with the route in advance and to carry relevant maps and directions (paper or GPS, or both!). Lights are recommended on the longer rides, in case it’s getting dark at the finish.
Please note that attendance of this ride requires advanced booking. Please use this simple booking form.
The form is a mandatory for all riders, so the organiser knows who and how many to expect and so we have a record of everyone riding on the day. Your cooperation to complete this in advance of the ride will be much appreciated. It also means we can email you if there is any change in the ride information or cancellation. There is no need to notify us if you subsequently change your mind and decide not to ride, but a short email to the address below will ensure your name is taken off the list.
Experienced riders are asked to help keep the groups to a manageable size on the road.
For any queries about this ride please email leisureride@chippenhamwheelers.org.