New Tea…
In our continuing mission, we have a new church to initiate into the ways of The Tea Ride. Largely, if the weather is good, expect an invasion, especially if (& they have confirmed in writing that this is the case), you supply good cake.  And occasionally cheese scones.

So tomorrow will see some new tea ride tarmac.  If you want a preview, you can find the route A here – otherwise wait for the magical mystery tour…..

As ever, 10am, the Rose and Crown.  The Tea Ride.  Where Cake Matters.

Something Stronger….
For those who would like something a little harder, faster, stronger & longer, Mr Howe is venturing off on a coffee ride.  Around 50 miles at 15+mph.  Please let him know if you would like to join him – comment on his post on the Velos Facebook page if you don’t have his number/email address or email in & I will pass the message on (elke@……)

Girl Talk…
Evans (the bike store not the 16+ clothing chain – just in case we’re not on the same girlie page) at Milton Keynes are having a ladies event on Tuesday evening. Includes a goodie bag and discounts on the evening, (20% off clothes and 10% off bikes). There are a number of talks including one on training.

Would anyone like to go? We could perhaps arrange a car share…?

Details can be found here:-Total Women’s Cycling   and here:- Evans One for the Girls

CLUB KIT

We have received written requests from 3 people (Dave Bembridge, Jeremy and Liz) although many people have asked about it.  Unfortunately without volume the prices will escalate and an order will not then be possible.   Details of the kit can be found here so if you are looking for some please commit to the purchase!

Anyone wishing to order kit is asked to complete the form at the bottom of the ‘kit’ page and costs will be detailed and payment required at time of order being placed with manufacturer.

TUESDAY RIDE

Following a highly succesful first evening road ride of the year last week Dave (the Hill) offers up this  23 mile ride which can easily be shortened if people want to cut off early or miss out on Dave’s ‘treat’ a mile from the end!  Meeting at Pitstone Roundabout for a prompt start at 1830, don’t be late please.

Just the two rides for this Sunday – a long and a short both starting at 10am from the Rose & Crown.

Long Route

Short Route

.. having a little stop … then going back again.. which would be B-A… which means in total it’s A-B-B-A.

Which is kind of convenient on 5th April as it’s Agnetha’s (from ABBA) birthday.  So once again I think we can justify birthday cake!

In short, it’s going to look something like this … and be as un-ABBA like as possible, cos pretty flat is something you can’t really accuse them of…

Fancy giving it a go?  Take a Chance on Me… you know we’ll have a giggle if nothing else.

The Tea Ride.  It’s the Name of the Game.
Saturdays, 10am, TheRose & Crown, Ivinghoe.

Dave Howe is leading out a road bike ride this Tuesday (1st April which is why I am writing this on the 31st so no one thinks it is a joke).

The plan is to meet adjacent to Pitstone Roundabout (the one near the Village Green) at 6:30pm for a 25 mile adventure. It will probably be a bit dark near the end so bringing a couple of lights along with the bike would be a good idea. The route is yet to be confirmed so it will be a mater of “Follow that Dave“. Studies have shown that over 72% of all Vinghoe Velos are named Dave so this should be quite easy.

Last Week

Many thanks to the big group who joined us last week on the Rennie rides. Everyone did really well and it was great that we were able to raise a decent amount of money for a fantastic charity.

This Week

We have three rides on offer this Sunday so that we can make the best use of what is forecast to be a beautiful day.

For those who want to get a few more miles in, we have an early start ride that beings at 8am and takes us on a 62 mile loop. So that we get back to the pub in a reasonable timeframe this is likely to be a fast(ish) ride averaging 15-16 mph.

8am start : 62 mile ride

Our two ‘normal start’ rides have been provided this week by Mr Dave “Tour of Britain” Bembridge. These are suitable for all fitness levels as we tend to split into similar ability groups at the start.

10am start : 25 mile ride 

10am start : 35 mile ride

As usual, we start at the Rose & Crown, Ivinghoe and we recommend that you bring a copy of the ride on either paper or your GPS device.

Lastly, watch out – the CLOCKS GO FORWARD TONIGHT ! So you 8am people are actually starting at 7am in old money so get to bed early and set the alarm !

What goes up must come down
Bicycle wheel got to go round
Talking about your troubles it’s a cycling sin
Ride a painted pony
Let the cycle wheel spin

You got no money, and you got no room at home
Nice new bicycle, how many do you own?
Talking about your troubles and you, you never learn
Buy a painted pony
let the cycle wheel turn

Did you find a directing sign
on the straight and narrow highway?
Would you mind a tea room sign
Just let it shine within your mind
And show you the goodies that are real

What goes up, must come down – and that includes the tea ride… hills, yep, but you’re coming down them! (Well, all bar one gentle, upwards slope…)

This magical painted pony ride leaves the Rose & Crown, Ivinghoe at 10am, stopping for tea & cake at The Cafe in the Woods (or one of two alternatives we have planned if it’s too busy). Back to the pub about 12.30pm.  Get yourself a copy of the route here….

And something for the Easter holidays for the children (7 years & older)… Cycle Chilterns are holding a FREE Bikeability course – Bikeability Course Details

Sorry shorter route back from the 35 mile and fun ride tomorrow is here 🙂

Many have asked about team kit and details of the new kit can be found here

Current lead-time is 6 weeks from us placing order with supplier and this can be done as soon as we have 10 items of one type confirmed, we can order less but there may be a surcharge

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Bright copper kettles and warm cycling mittens
Brown paper packages filled with bike bling
These are a few of my favorite things

Cream covered cup cakes and crisp apple streudels
Bike bells and sleigh bells and toast topped with noodles
Tea riders that fly with the sun on their wings
These are a few of my favourite things

A mixture of cycles roll past like slow flashes
Flowers in verges form bright coloured splashes
Silver white saddles and bright shiny springs
These are a few of my favourite things

When a tube bursts
Or no bell pings
When I’m feeling sad
I simply remember my favourite things
And then I don’t feel so bad

The Tea Ride. Something for everyone and where any bike & rider goes. It’s not big and it’s not clever but it is friendly and welcoming and we’d love you to join us.

We’re off for tea at Stanbridge tomorrow – flat route there… flat route back… or as flat as you can get in the Chilterns…

Leaving the Rose and Crown, Ivinghoe, Saturdays at 10am. As fast as the slowest rider.