'Sunday, Muddy Sunday!' sang those famous Irish cyclists, the U2's. 'I can't believe the forecast today, Oh, I can't close my eyes and make it go away'  The rain may be a major factor in this event if the weather forecast is accurate so, in true B ride tradition, I have amended the route slightly to avoid some lanes that might not fare too well in the mud/tarmac/pothole ratio calculation. It's a familiar ride to most of the crew featuring…

This week we take on the Alpe du Upton Warren on a bespoke route where a lot of climbing has been deliberately avoided. Due to the big efforts that will be undertaken on the Saturday preceding, quite a few of the attendees will be using this as a recovery ride. I expect some others will look with glee at the '10' rating and ready their singlespeeds.  Although there are 'fewer' climbs/bumps/hills it doesn't mean that they aren't there. Nothing too…

Now that summer has dipped its toes in the year we can get about the serious business of riding in sunshine and single layers. This week we feature the familiar Botany Bay cafe as our morning escapade. A route known to many but with a few amendments. Please make sure you have the correct route downloaded from the link below as there are several versions about. Usual modus operandi, leave the club, go down the Gilgal (surprisingly) and across the…