This M1 Cycles ride gets pretty firm in places but if you fall off, you can take the odd short cut to get back to the bunch whilst they are rolling along. These rides have strict etiquette, you may be told to shape up, don't take it to heart, it is all about safety.
Easy ride, suitable for beginners, just starting to ride in the bunch. Ride leaves M1 Cycles at 5.30 and does 2 loops of a 17km circuit, then back to M1. Ride is a learning ride for starters and includes tips on bunch etiquette and yes, if you do something silly, you will be chatted. A friendly and helpful bunch ride.
This is a firm round the block ride. Gladstone-Yarwun-Calliope-Gladstone. Paceline for 14km at 35-45kph, 2 x Hill climbs. Experienced stronger riders are generally able to hang on to the bunch. In winter, the ride changes to "Haddock Hell Ride" 3 laps of hilly circuit with 20% climbs. The M1 Cycles rides are a friendly bunch but always put safety first, so no silly bunch moves. Etiquette is the key.
The M1 Cycles Block Ride goes from Gladstone to Targinnie across to Calliope and over River Ranch Hills and Haddock Drive, Back to Maccas. Haddock drive is 1 .8km climb with 2 short 25% hills in the middle.
Monday, October 19, 2009
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