The weather forecast is overcast but dry for tomorrow with a breeze from the south west. Don’t forget to bring a copy of your chosen route with you to the Rose & Crown, Ivinghoe.

The 9am rides explore the Chiltern lanes and hills around Great Hampden and Radnage before returning on the flat via the Icknield Way.

9am ride option 1: 50 miles: The Stokenchurch Thumb:

https://gb.mapometer.com/cycling/route_4792643.html

Those wanting a longer ride (currently 3 of us) can peel off towards Christmas Common just after Stokenchurch and do the Benson Finger with a lunch stop at the Waterside Cafe at Benson Marina.

9am ride option 2: 70 miles: The Benson Finger

https://gb.mapometer.com/running/route_4792646.html

Both rides stay together until Stokenchurch.

The 10am rides are supplied courtesy of Mr Bembridge: