Our on-road rides all take place on public roads, cycle paths and other well surfaced tracks that are available to cyclists. The on-road rides are predominantly on minor roads to minimise the amount of other traffic, although it is inevitable that part of each route will be on busier roads, especially when leaving the starting points. So, some confidence in traffic is needed.

Monthly rides from Farnborough and weekly Saturday afternoon rides from Alton are all at an easy pace and the shortest rides cover about 15 miles although they average 25-30 miles in about 3 hours. The longer rides from Alton cover up to 40 miles and may take up to 4 hours, including a lunch stop. These rides are very sociable and riders usually chat as they cycle and even stop at corners to admire the view! There will be a few hills but everyone takes them at their own pace.

Most types of bicycle are suitable for these rides including touring bikes (flat bars or drop handlebars), hybrids and mountain bikes. Because the rides are on good surfaces there is no need for heavy knobbly tyres or full suspension – indeed the extra weight will probably make the ride seem like hard work! It’s a good idea to take a small sandwich or energy bar and drink with you in case you get hungry, a waterproof in case it rains and a pump and inner tube just in case you get a flat tyre. Riders often carry these items in a pannier or saddle bag.