Weekly Bike Ride
🚴♂️ Winter Dash Series
✨ Ride Overview & Café Stop
We’re heading east into Essex for wide open roads, village lanes & fresh countryside air. Mid-ride café stop at the famous Mayfield Farm Bakery for coffee and carbs ☕🍰
📍 Ride Details
Meet Point: Hub Velo, 215 Lower Clapton Rd, E5 8EG
Time: 9AM meet, 9:15AM roll out
Distance & Elevation:
G1/2 – 56mi | 2175ft
G3 – 46mi | 1550ft
Minimum Speed: 12mph
Estimated Ride Time: 4–5 hrs
🔥 Groups
G1 – Push & pace 💨
G2 – Strong & social 💬
G3 – Scenic & steady 😎
✅ Things to Bring
Hydration – 2 bottles 💧
Fuel – Energy bar or banana 🍌
Card/cash for bakery stop 💳
⚠️ Safety Notes
Loose gravel in parts
Sharp bends near the café
Watch for junctions & parked cars
🎓 Educational Tips
Use flats to build tempo
Rotate smoothly in pacelines
Keep gearing light for small climbs
📍 Next Ride: LEATHERHEAD – Sat 18 October
