Rides Programme 2024 update
Sun 17-Nov-25 Grade 3
Meeting: SA1 10.00, McD BF 10.30
Leader: Simon Jenkins 07769351421
Destination: Parc Slip via Bryn and Maesteg. Ret via Kenfig Hill. 32 miles 2800'
Grade 2
Meeting: Pyle swimming pool car park 10.00
Leader: Ian Gofton 07925175397
Destination: Cowbridge. Est 32 miles
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Wed 20-Nov-24 Grade 3 and 2
Meeting: Gowerton 10.00
Leader: Ian Davies 07813856969
Destination: Kidwelly via Dafen, Swiss valley, Pontyates.
G3 via Meinciau and Four Roads.
G2 via Heol Nazareth, Four Roads.
Both Ret via coast route.
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Sun 24-Nov-24 Grade 3c
Meeting: Railway Inn Killay 10.00
Leader: Mike O’Driscoll 07878994708
Destination: G3C loop to Neath. Out via Swansea Marina, Briton Ferry, Port Talbot, Cwmavon, Pontrhydyfen, Cimla Park - Lunch. Return via Bryncoch, Pontardawe, Clydach, Ynystawe, Llangyfelach, Penllegaer, Gorseinon Road, Bike path back to the Railway. 43 miles, 2335 feet ascent.
Grade 2c
Meeting: Railway Inn Killay
Leader: Gary Havard 07342214007
Destination: Rhossili
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Wed 27-Nov-24 Grade 2
Meeting: Sainsbury’s SA1 10.00, McDonald’s Briton Ferry 10.40
Leader: Dave Stephens 07864020630
Destination: The MTB Centre Glyncorrwg. 38/28 miles
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Sun 01-Dec-24 Grade 3
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Wednesday 04-Dec-24
Meeting: Gowerton 10.00
Leader: Ian Davies 07813856969
Destination: Llandybie
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Sun 08-Dec-24 Grade 3
Meeting: Sainsbury’s SA1 10.00, McDonalds Briton Ferry 10.40
Leader: Elaine Rohman (from McD BF)
Destination: Karries coffee shop Parc Slip. Route to follow.
Grade 2
Meeting: Sainsbury’s SA1 10.00, McDonalds Briton Ferry 10.40
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Destination: Parc Slip via Margam, Pyle, Pen y Fai, Aberkenfig. Ret via Ffordd y Gyfraith, Pyle, Margam etc. 42/30 miles
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Wed 11-Dec-24 Suggested
Meeting: Railway Inn 10.00
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Destination: A Gower loop?
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Sun 15-Dec-24 Grade 2c
Meeting: Gowerton 09.30
Leader: Ian Davies 07813856969
Destination: Cwm Cerrig Farm Shop for Christmas Lunch. Out via Pontaddulais, Llanedi, Capel Hendre. Ret via Tumble, Llannon, Hendy, Pontarddulais. Est 32 miles
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Wed 18-Dec-24 The Mince Pie ride
Meeting: Sainsbury’s SA1 10.00
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Destination: Ystradgynlais
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Sun 22-Dec-24
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Sun 29-Dec-24
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Wed 01-Jan-2025 Happy New Year!
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Sun 05-Jan-05
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Ride Disclaimer:
By participating in a Swansea CTC ride, you acknowledge that it is a condition of participating that you do so at your own risk and abide by the statement below:
You acknowledge that participating in the ride may involve a risk of serious injury from various causes, including over exertion, dehydration, equipment failure, and / or accidents with equipment and / or surroundings
You confirm that you are physically fit enough to participate safely in the ride and you have not been advised by a medical professional not to do so
You are not aware of any medical condition, injury or impairment that maybe detrimental to your health by participating in the ride.
If it is detrimental to your health if you participate in the ride, you understand that it is your responsibility to inform the ride leader immediately. Should you choose to continue with the ride despite these conditions, injuries or impairments, you accept the increased risks and likelihood of injury
You certify that you are over 16 years old and have read and fully understood this statement.
You consent for any photographs taken during the ride to be used on social media. If NOT, please advise the ride leader before any pictures are taken.
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Grading System
Pace
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A. Easy Touring: anticipated pace of about at 8-10 mph (13-16 kph) on a flat route, with stops as required.
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B. Touring: anticipated pace of about 10-11 mph, (16-18 kph) with stops as required to regroup at top of climbs.
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C. Touring Plus: anticipated pace of about 11-12 mph (18-19.5 kph) with stops as required to regroup & refresh at top of climbs.
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D. Fast Touring: anticipated pace of about 12-13 mph (19.5-21 kph) with fewer stops to regroup & refresh at top of climbs.
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E. Intermediate: anticipated pace of about 13-14 mph (21-22.5 kph) with fewer stops.
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E+. Sportive - anticipated pace of at least 14-16+ mph (22.5-26+ kph)
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Route
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Grade - Terrain
1. Generally flat with a couple of easy climbs, up to a max of 800 feet (250m), over a distance of 20-30 miles (32-48km).
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2. More undulating, with climbing in the range of 800-2200 feet (250-660m), over a distance 24-40 miles (38-64km).
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3. Partly hilly, some longer climbs, up to 10% (1 in 10), total climbing between 2000- 4000 feet (610-1200m), over a distance of 40-60 miles (64-96km).
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4. Hilly route, some hills steeper than 10% (1 in 10), total climbing between 4000-5900 feet (1200-1800m), over a distance of 40-60 miles, (64-96km).
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5. Longer hilly route, some hills steeper than 10% (1 in 10), climbing between 5500-7200 + feet (1700-2200m), over a distance of 60-100+ miles (90-160+km).
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