Weekly Bike Ride
“Winter Dash Series – Chipping Ongar & Crooked Billet” 🚴♀️
Week 5 offers rolling countryside roads and a welcoming café stop in Chipping Ongar.
🔹 Highlights:
• Smooth terrain, ideal for group riding.
• Mid-ride treats at Crooked Billet café.
🔹 Ride Details:
• Meet: East – Hub Velo, Clapton Rd E5 8EG
• Distance: 30–35 miles, 1,400–1,799 ft elevation
• Cafe Stop : Crooked Billet 84 Upper Clapton Rd, London E5 9JP
• Estimated Ride Time: 2.5–3 hours
• Min Speed: 12mph
🔹 Things to Bring:
• Helmet & Lights: Stay visible.
• Water & Snacks: Light fueling for the distance.
• Weather Gear: Be ready for winter conditions.
🔹 Safety Notes:
• Signal hazards to the group.
• Be cautious on rolling descents.
Educational Tip: Efficient Group Riding:
• Take Turns Leading: Share the workload.
• Communicate: Signal turns, hazards, and pace changes.
• Stay Predictable: Hold your line to avoid surprises.
Next Week: Weybridge – Giro Café – steady flat dash!
