Ride Types
Official Sunday Rides -
Group 1 - A ride for those new to cycling, returning after an injury or layoff, or just looking for a relaxed outing. Distance would be up to 35 miles with an average speed of 13 mph. The terrain would be flat.
Group 2 -
A flat or undulating route of around 45 miles at 14-15 mph. A ride designed for those who enjoy a shortish outing with a coffee.
Group 3 -
Our G3 rides will generally be of a 50 mile length and will usually be a flat to medium hills profile. The ride speed will be a bit quicker at 15-16 mph. A stop at one of our favourite cafes will be assured.
Group 4 -
These rides are ideal for riders keen on building their experience. Distance, 50 - 60 miles, and the speed will depend on the ability of the group on the day, but will typically be 16-18 mph. The route will include medium and maybe steeper hills.
Group 5 -
Challenging rides for the more experienced. These rides go at a faster pace (only limited to the make up of the ride group) and cover a significant distance or lumpier course. On these rides, we will usually have at least one café stop.
Official Wednesday Rides - Summer Months
All Categories - 6pm
Rides of about two hour duration set out from Alf Jones with groups set up on the night so that we can ride safely in groups of similar ability.
Ride event notices are posted on club Facebook pages accessible to paid up members in advance including route details to allow for downloading to GPS devices.
New/prospective club members are required to participate in an induction session before joining a club ride. Contact can be made through Facebook or via our e.mail address.
Any new or trial rider looking to join a club ride would currently be expected to be able to complete a 30 mile route at 14mph as a minimum.
The club has a ride etiquette in place governing our group rides. The full text of the etiquette can be found at https://www.mgvelo.club/ride-etiquette.
Joining the club. Full membership of Marford & Gresford Velo Club is facilitated through British Cycling. Please use the link below to join up
https://www.britishcycling.org.uk/club/profile/6466/marford-and-gresford-velo