Our Training Rides
In the Spring/Summer 2026 we offer three types of weekly rides: A Ride, B Ride and C Ride.
Saturday and Tuesday are full on training rides, that are split by speed groups and often run different routes.
Thursday night is #BNTW! An ideal night to come along and try out riding with the club, as we have a steady ride up to Pattingham, then split into three time split pace groups, before letting the chase begin on the Pattingham Loop.
Then we ride back together and hitting the Hinksford Arms for some well deserved beers.
update......As we move into Autumn/Winter 2026/2027 and lose the day light, our weekly night rides have now moved to the Nightwash and Nightwash Reverse until futhther notice.
All members are included in our WhatsApp chat, where we share weekly ride plans, updates, and any bad weather protocols that might affect our schedule.
C PACE RIDES
The DDC C Ride typically runs at an average of around 17–19+ mph.
We aim to ride together as a group and try to operate a limited no drop policy for a C Ride Pace.
Ride Leaders: Matt Jones & Gary Bonner
B PACE RIDES
The DDC B Ride typically runs at an average of around 18–20+ mph. We aim to ride together, at a consistent pace and will stop or slow at key points to regroup. Waiting for dropped riders is at the discretion of the group.
Ride Leaders: Jim Galloway and Matt Cartwright
C & B Rides Depart from The Hinksford Arms Car Park
A PACE RIDES
The DDC A ride averages 20 - 23+ mph — and is typically a full drop ride, but pacing and waiting is at the desgression of the group. It’s fast, focused, and built for riders who want to push their limits.
Ride Leaders: Josh Williams, Neil Ruston and Lee Wood.
Rides Depart from The Hinksford Arms Car Park
