Riding our bikes is what we're all about. There are plenty of opportunities for cyclists of all abilities to come along and join in, whether you live locally or are down here on holiday - we love to welcome visitors!
Club Rides for all
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Our club rides are very sociable, with a friendly 'go with the flow' attitude (there's a reason we're called the 'coasters'). We have our own etiquette for club rides - no one gets left behind, yet provision is also made for those who want to race up the hills! Longer rides usually feature a coffee stop too. Club rides generally start at Lidl (map below).
See our Facebook page for more information (including planned routes) or contact Captain Dave. For an explanation of our colour coded ride ratings, see below. Some children aged 12 and older may join club rides subject to certain conditions - see below. |
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Club Ride weekly timetable
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SatURDAYSATURDAY RUSH *
0700, 2 hours road red Sam L SATURDAY SOCIAL 0900, 3 hours road blue/red Matt L 1000 Coaching 1100 Coasters Kids |
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* these rides are seasonal and don't happen during the winter. If it's not currently British Summer Time, it's best to check the ride is happening before turning up at Lidl.
Our timetable is subject to change for all sorts of reasons. By far the best way to keep abreast of what's happening is to join our Facebook group. All of the rides depart promptly from Lidl (map below). Some daytime rides stop at a cafe, evening rides invariably finish at a pub. Please read about our club ride code of conduct before you come. Any questions, contact Dave Bolton (club captain) or the ride leader listed above (click here if you're not sure who's who).
PLEASE NOTE:
Wadebridge Coasters CC does not provide insurance cover nor accept liability for club ride participants, who all ride at their own risk. We strongly recommend that you join British Cycling for third party insurance. |
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Club Ride ratingsWe rate our club rides by colour, inspired by the system used for ski runs. If you want to get an idea whether a particular club ride is suitable for you, just ask the ride leader what 'colour' the ride will be. Often the level of ride will be determined by who turns up for it. Sometimes there will be different coloured options running simultaneously.
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Went on my first club ride on Saturday. Was made to feel so welcome. Everyone was really kind and understanding as I struggled up some of the steeper hills!! So I decided to join the club yesterday. (Richard Alexander)
under 18s on club ridesWCCC's family rides are ideal for kids of all ages, but our weekly club rides are also open to children aged 12 to 18 so long as they have an appropriate level of fitness, confidence and ability (equivalent to Bikeability level 2 as a minimum). We recommend you start by trying a green or blue level club ride.
Parents/guardians are required to sign a form on an annual basis giving their consent for under 18s taking part in club rides. We always try to accommodate under 18s, but occasionally, we may not be able to take children for various reasons. We would always encourage parents to come with their children on club rides whenever possible. Children under 12 may sometimes be able to join club rides in some circumstances but only if accompanied and supervised by their parent. Please check beforehand with the ride leader. |
photo by Simon Stuart-Miller©
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IMPROMPTU RIDESOur members are out cycling most days all year round so it's always worth getting in touch via Facebook or Strava - we like company! Please note that rides organised in this way are not classed as official Wadebridge Coasters CC rides and we strongly recommend that they do not include under 18s for safeguarding reasons.
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The best bunch of people I've ever had the pleasure of cycling with, with banter and selfies to boot! (Victoria Edwards, Devon) |
