Weekly Bike Ride
🚴♂️ Sun’s Out, Miles Out: Brighton – Sat 26th July ☀️🌊
🌟 Ride Overview & Café Stop
We’re heading south… all the way to the seaside!. This is one of our biggest rides of the summer a full-on adventure out to Brighton. G1/2 riders will take on the return route (no train back), while G3 can opt to finish in Brighton and take the train home.
Expect climbs, coastlines, and a real sense of achievement when you roll into the city. We’ll finish at the iconic Regency Restaurant for a seaside bite and a well-earned break before the journey back (or the train, no shame here 😅).
📍 Ride Details
• Meet Point: Poundland, 139 North End, Croydon CR0 1TN
• Time: 8 AM meet, 8:15 AM roll out
• Distance & Elevation:
• G1/2 (Return): 94mi | 4300ft
• G3 (One-way): 55mi | 3000ft
• Minimum Speed: 13mph
• Estimated Ride Time: 5.5–7.5 hours
🚴♀️ Groups
🔥 G1 – 94mi return – strong legs only 💥
🚴♂️ G2 – 94mi return – paced and disciplined
😊 G3 – 55mi one-way, challenging, but with full group support 🚂
✅ Things to Bring
• Two full bottles + top-up tablets 💧
• Plenty of fuel – sandwiches, bars, gels 🍫
• Packed card + Oyster or contactless if training it back 🚆
⚠️ Safety Notes
• This is a no-drop ride, but do be honest with your legs
• Coastal wind & exposed climbs — dress smart, ride smart 🧥
• We’ll stick together, but pace management is key 🔑
🎓 Educational Tips
• Fuel early, start eating in the first 30 minutes
• Use gears wisely, this ride has rollers and spikes
• If training back, plan in advance. Don’t be that person without a ticket 🙃
📍 Next Ride: Windsor – Sat 2nd August
