{"id":5768,"date":"2026-07-29T10:04:23","date_gmt":"2026-07-29T10:04:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/adnanthemes.com\/hercules\/cycling-club-rides\/"},"modified":"2026-08-27T16:45:12","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T16:45:12","slug":"cycling-club-rides","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/adnanthemes.com\/hercules\/cycling-club-rides\/","title":{"rendered":"Cycling Club Rides"},"content":{"rendered":"
Choose your ride<\/span>

Find a group that matches your pace, distance and confidence.<\/h1>

Every route includes a leader, planned regroup points and a clear ride description before departure.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/header>

01<\/span>Beginner<\/span>

Social Spin<\/h3>

18 to 25 km<\/p>

Relaxed pace with a caf\u00e9 stop.<\/p>\n<\/div>

16 to 20 km\/h<\/p><\/div><\/article>

02<\/span>Improver<\/span>

Steady Roads<\/h3>

35 to 50 km<\/p>

Consistent group pace on rolling roads.<\/p>\n<\/div>

21 to 24 km\/h<\/p><\/div><\/article>

03<\/span>Intermediate<\/span>

Tempo Loop<\/h3>

55 to 70 km<\/p>

Structured pace work for stronger riders.<\/p>\n<\/div>

25 to 29 km\/h<\/p><\/div><\/article>

04<\/span>Advanced<\/span>

Endurance Sunday<\/h3>

80 to 120 km<\/p>

Long-distance riding with planned refuelling.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Group dependent<\/p><\/div><\/article><\/div>

Ask about your pace<\/a>Check the schedule<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Route planning<\/span>

Every ride starts with a route, weather and safety check.<\/h2>

Leaders review distance, elevation, surfaces, regroup points and likely conditions before the group rolls out.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Route file<\/h3>

Shared before longer rides.<\/p><\/article>

Weather review<\/h3>

Updated when conditions change.<\/p><\/article>

Regroup points<\/h3>

No rider is left guessing.<\/p><\/article>

Emergency plan<\/h3>

Leader contacts and return options.<\/p><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Ride choices<\/span>

Different distances make weekly consistency easier.<\/h2><\/header>

20 km<\/h3>

Shortest social route<\/p>

Ideal for a first club session.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article>

120 km<\/h3>

Longest scheduled route<\/p>

For prepared endurance riders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article>

5<\/h3>

Pace groups<\/p>

A clearer route into progression.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article>

7 days<\/h3>

Ride updates<\/p>

Weather and route notes stay current.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/article><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Routes for different goals<\/span>

Roads, hills, social miles and longer challenges create variety.<\/h2><\/header>
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Open road<\/strong>Steady distance and smooth group rhythm<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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Skills preparation<\/strong>Confidence before faster group riding<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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Strength support<\/strong>Off-bike training for stronger climbs<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>
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Recovery day<\/strong>Mobility and return-to-ride support<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Ride questions<\/span>

Useful answers before your first group session.<\/h2><\/header>
Do I need a road bike?<\/summary>

Not always. The route description explains suitable bike types.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>

Will the group wait?<\/summary>

Published rides include planned regroup points and leader support.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>

What should I carry?<\/summary>

Helmet, water, spare tube, pump, phone and suitable clothing.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details>

Can I change groups?<\/summary>

Yes. Move when the current pace feels controlled and repeatable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Choose your next ride<\/span>

Tell us your usual distance and average pace, and we will suggest a suitable group.<\/h2>
Contact a ride leader<\/a>View events<\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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