🚴♂️ Sun’s Out, Miles Out: Windsor – Sat 9th August ☀️👑
🌟 Ride Overview & Café Stop
We’re rolling west to Windsor for a classic NLCC favourite, smooth country lanes, gentle climbs and full squad vibes. We have a mid café stop at the Cinnamon Café, right next to Windsor Castle. Expect steady pacing, big smiles, and top-notch group riding.
📍 Ride Details
• Meet Point: Richmond Park Colicci Cafe, 138 Priory Lane, London SW15 5JP
• Time: 8 AM meet, 8:15 AM roll out
• Distance & Elevation:
• G1/2 – 52mi | 1200ft
• G3 – 50mi | 650ft
• Minimum Speed: 12mph
• Estimated Ride Time: 3–4hrs
🚴♀️ Groups
🔥 G1 – Fast & strong 💥
🚴 G2 – Steady & social ☕
😊 G3 – Relaxed & confidence-building
✅ Things to Bring
• Two bottles of water 💧
• Your favourite energy bar 🍫
• Some cash or card for that Cinnamon Café treat 🥐
⚠️ Safety Notes
• No-drop ride – we roll together 💛
• Watch for potholes on the outskirts of Windsor
• Keep that spacing tight and calls clear 🎯
🎓 Educational Tips
• Anticipate the pace – it’ll ramp up early
• Use your gears well on the drags out west
• Shout out hazards – strong comms = strong ride