Join us for a regular Friday morning ride. Roll out at 09:00, back by 12:30 - the perfect way to start your Friday.

29 November "Kent Kingdom"

Meet at the Westerham Brewery for a ride in the glorious Kent countryside. This is a lumpy ride with some short steep climbs including Toy's hill and Beddlestead hill. A great route with 1000m of climbing. The hills are frontloaded but the most challenging is saved until last but we will be warmed up and ready for it. Coffee stop at the Kingdom cafe.

The Ride

Meet time: 08:45 sharp with roll out at 09:00
Meet/end location: Westerham Brewery (Beggars Ln, Westerham TN16 1QP) Parking available
Route: https://www.strava.com/routes/22440435

65km, 1107m of climbing

How to prepare and what to bring:

Please have a nourishing and energising breakfast beforehand. Tip: porridge is great and provides long release of energy.
Filled water bottles
Appropriate cycling kit: jersey, bib shorts / tights, cleated shoes, sunglasses and helmet. Advised to bring a gilet to put on at stops. Advisable to check weather beforehand and dress accordingly. Personal supply of food/energy bars/electrolytes
Check bike is in good working order before the ride. Check tyre pressure, cables, oiled chainset At least one inner tube and one hand pump (every rider must be prepared to change their own tyre in case of a puncture) Phone / bank card / cash
Upload Strava route to phone/Garmin

Sportive Breaks will provide:

Ride leader to guide you, they will be mechanically knowledgeable with basic tool kit for emergencies.

Format and what’s involved:

At 8:50 Sportive Breaks will provide a briefing of the ride
Roll out at 09:00
We will ride in 2 speed group, mostly two by side when not in congested areas Heading out of London can be busy with traffic and pedestrians so please be prepared for riding on busy roads. We will not be riding on closed roads

Club group - 25km average speed
Coffee group - 22km average and a "no drop" friendly ethos

RIDE RULES (Please scroll down)

• No fixed gear or tri bikes
• Helmet use is compulsory
• Ensure your bike is in good working order

THIS IS A CLUB RIDE, NOT A RACE

• Club riding is about working together as a group, do not surge or pass the route leader at any time.

SIGNALLING AND ROAD HAZARDS

• Always make the group aware of oncoming traffic or road hazards such as potholes and debris when necessary
• It is important to hold your line with no sudden movements, always check if there’s room and signal to move out
• If you’re not sure of the signalling conventions used in group riding, please ask the ride leaders before the ride departs

CROSS WHEELING

• Under no circumstances should you cross wheels with the rider in front of you or when doubling up on the road the rider beside you. This is bad etiquette, dangerous and can cause accidents

BIKE MAINTENANCE AND SAFETY

• All riders are responsible for their own well-being during the ride and should be prepared for situations such as adverse weather conditions, mechanical problems and flat tyres
• Helmet use is compulsory
• You should have any basic tools you may require; we recommend inner tubes, pump, tyre levers and relevant allen keys
• Ensure your bike is well maintained and clean, check brake pads and tyres for signs of wear
• Bring food, gels and two full bidons

T & C’s

The ride leaders reserve the right to refuse any rider onto the ride if their bike or riding style is a danger to the rider or group.

You are responsible for your own safety whilst on the ride, Sportive Breaks cannot be held responsible for any personal injury or damage to equipment.

ALWAYS LISTEN TO THE RIDE LEADERS AND PLEASE ASK IF YOU’RE NOT SURE ABOUT ANYTHING