Regular Sunday XC ride starting from Haslemere.
Route: Hindhead Common, Golden Valley, Ludshott Common, Passfield/Conford, past Forest Mere and heading back to Halsemere via the commons (Stanley, Marley etc). The route is about 20 miles, mostly bridleways with the odd bit of singletrack and not too technical. There a few climbs of note but nothing you can't push-up.
If I get a chance this week I'll post the route on one of the mapping sites for all to view. It shouldn't be too muddy, but I'll post an update after I've pre-ridden the route on Friday.
The meet location for this ride is the weyhill car park (free) and I've put the start time back 15mins to accommodate anyone traveling on the train (please check they are running!). Hopefully, it'll also encourage some of Godalming/Guildford lot to make the short trip down south!
Unfortunately, no cafe stop unless someone can suggest a venue in or near Liphook? If not, bring all the necessary food and drink, plus the usual spares (tubes, pump etc) and some warm clothing, as it's looking to be a cold week ahead.
Any questions then post on here or drop me an email (link on the left under my profile name).
Cheers and hopefully see some of you on Sunday
Greg
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Meeting Place: Wey Hill car park
Timing: 9:00am for 9:15am start
Duration: approx 3-3.5hrs
Difficulty: Blue / red in a (very) few places
Ascent: a couple of climbs
Tea Stop: No
Average Speed/Pace Style: Friendly as always
Distance: 20 miles approx
Ride Organiser: Greg Driver
VCGH MTB KEYS
The keys below are relative to the types of ride that the club does and distances covered within the duration will be affected by the terrain, ascent, weather and ability of the group.
DURATION KEY:
Short - Up to 2 hours
Medium - 2-3 hours
Long - 3-4 hours
Mini-epic - 4-5 hours
Epic - 5+ hours
DIFFICULTY KEY
Green/Easy - Rides with very low risk, but may include short, more difficult sections. Shallow climbs and descents.
Blue/Moderate - Some loose surfaces, ruts, potholes and or tree roots. Shallow or moderate climbs, possibly including short sections of steeper climbs.
Red/Difficult - Unavoidable berms, boardwalks, large stones, moderate steps and drop offs. Cambers, water crossings and 'NorthShore' may be present. A wide range of steeper, tougher climbs and descents of a challenging nature.
Black/Severe - Unavoidable obstacles with large steps and drop-offs. There will be prolonged steep, loose and rocky surfaces. Some man made structures will be included. Can include exposed open hill sections. Any rideable or usable gradient, including steep loose, and rocky descents.