 |
| Ride Criteria |
Beginner – Aimed at novices. Up to 16km (10 miles) on easy trails. Suitable for families.
Easy – Usually under 25km (15 miles) with few hills and challenging sections. A slow paced ride with many stops.
Medium – 25-40km (15-25 miles) with more hills. A faster pace and more challenging terrain with fewer stops. Not for beginners.
Hard – 40-65km (25-40 miles) with bigger (10-15 minute hills) and longer challenging sections. Definitely not for beginners.
Killer/Epic – Challenging in both terrain and pace, probably all-day rides for experienced mountain bikers only.
|
|
Friday Night From The Willett Arms
|
Friday, 24 May 2013
Meet at Willett Arms, Merley car park at 6.15pm ish for a 6.30 start and a moderate ride of around 25 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to be back by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc. Rides are normally out in the direction of Cranborne Chase. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Not suitable for beginners. Lights still required at the end. Beer stop near the finish at the Green Man. Contact Daylight Dave 07880 690093 on Friday pm or check the forum/ Facebook to see if the ride is on if there's rain about. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
John & Robin's ride to Bere Regis .....
|
Saturday, 25 May 2013
This week we are riding some unfamilar trails to Bere Regis & beyond !! We are meeting at Broadstone Leisure Centre at 12.15 or at the Claypipe at 1pm to cycle through the main trails of Wareham forest & then onto Bere Regis. We will be taking a map with us & hopefully we will find ourselves some gravel tracks, single track & the inevitable mud. As always no lid no ride (but banjo's are an option) Phone John 0777 350 6593 or Robin 07825253144 for more info or if the weather looks iffy ...... |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
Mid-Dorset Explorer
|
Sunday, 26 May 2013
Meet for 9.30am start outside the Charlton Inn, Charlton Marshall just south of Blandford. Park in village please, not pub car park. This is a 25 mile circuit taking in some stiff climbs and great scenery, but expect MUD! No planned stops en-route so bring sustenance and enjoy a well earned pint at the end. Call Neil on 01202 267829 mob 07876 296125 to check ride is on. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
Ride with with No6
|
Wednesday, 29 May 2013
Ride with No6, multi start, multi destination & multi sense of humour info phone or text 01202 577705 or 07947 651374, start 10am from MAGNOLIA MANSION-new sponsor?????? arrgh.
|
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
Wednesday Wobble
|
Wednesday, 29 May 2013
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 12-18 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. Due to the number of riders attending we may split into 3 or 4 rides of varying speed/difficulty. We aim to be back to the BLC/GY by 9.00 although this may vary depending on punctures, mishaps etc!! We ride the local trails, Canford Heath, Upton Heath, Lytchett Matravers, Delph Woods etc. This will involve great single track, some flowing downhills and maybe some technical sections.
Contact John 07773506593, Nigel 07718424671 or Robin (after5pm) 078 2525 3144 to check ride is on (lets face it its never been called off).
**DON'T FORGET YOUR HELMET AND GOOD QUALITY OFF-ROAD LIGHTS (ONES YOU CAN SEE WITH IN TOTAL DARKNESS) ARE ESSENTIAL. NO LID/ LIGHTS = NO RIDE!!** (sorry but rules is rules)
NEW - We have some suitable lightsets available to try out. See http://www.dorsetroughriders.co.uk/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=2885 for details. |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
|
|
|
OPEN MEETING THURS 30 MAY 7pm BLC
|
Thursday, 30 May 2013
The next committee meeting is open to all members, so why not come along and air your views and opinions.
The club kit will be on display for view/ sale as well.
Topics to be discussed (among others)
Social Events
DRRt Purbeck Challenge
Wareham Forest trails
Day trips away
Skills courses
Club Kit future orders
Racing
Cheers
Daylight Dave |
| Ride Grade:
Social Event
|
|
|
Friday Night From The Willett Arms
|
Friday, 31 May 2013
Meet at Willett Arms, Merley car park at 6.15pm ish for a 6.30 start and a moderate ride of around 25 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to be back by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc. Rides are normally out in the direction of Cranborne Chase. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Not suitable for beginners. Lights still required at the end. Beer stop near the finish at the Green Man. Contact Daylight Dave 07880 690093 on Friday pm or check the forum/ Facebook to see if the ride is on if there's rain about. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
Ride with with No6
|
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
Ride with No6, multi start, multi destination & multi sense of humour info phone or text 01202 577705 or 07947 651374, start 10am from MAGNOLIA MANSION-new sponsor?????? arrgh.
|
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
The Wednesday Wobble
|
Wednesday, 5 June 2013
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for an easy sociable ride of around 15-18 miles in about 2 1/2 hours.. We aim to be back to the BLC/GY by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc!!! We ride the local trails, Canford heath, Upton Heath, Lytchett Matravers, Delph Woods etc. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Don't forget your helmet. NO LID NO RIDE!! (sorry but rules is rules).
Contact John 07773506593, Robin 078 2525 3144 (after 5pm) or Nigel 07718424671 to check ride is on. |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
|
|
|
Ride with with No6
|
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Ride with No6, multi start, multi destination & multi sense of humour info phone or text 01202 577705 or 07947 651374, start 10am from MAGNOLIA MANSION-new sponsor?????? arrgh.
|
| Ride Grade:
Medium
|
|
|
The Wednesday Wobble
|
Wednesday, 12 June 2013
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for an easy sociable ride of around 15-18 miles in about 2 1/2 hours.. We aim to be back to the BLC/GY by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc!!! We ride the local trails, Canford heath, Upton Heath, Lytchett Matravers, Delph Woods etc. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Don't forget your helmet. NO LID NO RIDE!! (sorry but rules is rules).
Contact John 07773506593, Robin 078 2525 3144 (after 5pm) or Nigel 07718424671 to check ride is on. |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
|
|
|
DRR weekend away - The Brecons are a-Beaconing!
|
Friday, 14 June 2013
Fancy some absolutely awesome natural riding in the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains? Are you a member? Then book now to avoid disappointment! Staying in a bunkhouse attached to the village pub The New Inn, Bwlch (near Crickhowell/Talybont on Usk) www.beaconsbackpackers.com
The plan is to leave from Wimborne on Friday around 8.30am, arriving in Crickhowell for an afternoon ride, but if that doesn't suit please feel free to join us in the evening. Saturday's ride starts from the pub, a tough day out in the Black Mountains, 30 miles, climbing to 2000ft with awesome views, long climbs and really long descents. Sunday we take on the classic Gap ride, should be finished around lunchtime and then we head for home.
The pub costs £22 per person per night for B&B, please let me know if you want to come, I've booked 6 spaces so please contact me to grab a space, I'll need £22 deposit, I can book more at the moment but nearer the time it might fill up.
This is open to all DRR members however it is not suitable for beginners - it's a tough weekend, but if you're fit and have reasonable bike skills you will remember this weekend for ever!
Neil - 01202 267829, mob 07876 296125 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
|
|
|
DRR weekend away - The Brecons are a-Beaconing!
|
Saturday, 15 June 2013
Fancy some absolutely awesome natural riding in the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains? Are you a member? Then book now to avoid disappointment! Staying in a bunkhouse attached to the village pub The New Inn, Bwlch (near Crickhowell/Talybont on Usk) www.beaconsbackpackers.com
The plan is to leave from Wimborne on Friday around 8.30am, arriving in Crickhowell for an afternoon ride, but if that doesn't suit please feel free to join us in the evening. Saturday's ride starts from the pub, a tough day out in the Black Mountains, 30 miles, climbing to 2000ft with awesome views, long climbs and really long descents. Sunday we take on the classic Gap ride, should be finished around lunchtime and then we head for home.
The pub costs £22 per person per night for B&B, please let me know if you want to come, I've booked 6 spaces so please contact me to grab a space, I'll need £22 deposit, I can book more at the moment but nearer the time it might fill up.
This is open to all DRR members however it is not suitable for beginners - it's a tough weekend, but if you're fit and have reasonable bike skills you will remember this weekend for ever!
Neil - 01202 267829, mob 07876 296125 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
|
|
|
DRR weekend away - The Brecons are a-Beaconing!
|
Sunday, 16 June 2013
Fancy some absolutely awesome natural riding in the Brecon Beacons and Black Mountains? Are you a member? Then book now to avoid disappointment! Staying in a bunkhouse attached to the village pub The New Inn, Bwlch (near Crickhowell/Talybont on Usk) www.beaconsbackpackers.com
The plan is to leave from Wimborne on Friday around 8.30am, arriving in Crickhowell for an afternoon ride, but if that doesn't suit please feel free to join us in the evening. Saturday's ride starts from the pub, a tough day out in the Black Mountains, 30 miles, climbing to 2000ft with awesome views, long climbs and really long descents. Sunday we take on the classic Gap ride, should be finished around lunchtime and then we head for home.
The pub costs £22 per person per night for B&B, please let me know if you want to come, I've booked 6 spaces so please contact me to grab a space, I'll need £22 deposit, I can book more at the moment but nearer the time it might fill up.
This is open to all DRR members however it is not suitable for beginners - it's a tough weekend, but if you're fit and have reasonable bike skills you will remember this weekend for ever!
Neil - 01202 267829, mob 07876 296125 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
|
|
|
The Wednesday Wobble
|
Wednesday, 19 June 2013
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for an easy sociable ride of around 15-18 miles in about 2 1/2 hours.. We aim to be back to the BLC/GY by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc!!! We ride the local trails, Canford heath, Upton Heath, Lytchett Matravers, Delph Woods etc. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Don't forget your helmet. NO LID NO RIDE!! (sorry but rules is rules).
Contact John 07773506593, Robin 078 2525 3144 (after 5pm) or Nigel 07718424671 to check ride is on. |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
|
|
|
The Wednesday Wobble
|
Wednesday, 26 June 2013
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for an easy sociable ride of around 15-18 miles in about 2 1/2 hours.. We aim to be back to the BLC/GY by 9.00 although this may vary depending on mishaps etc!!! We ride the local trails, Canford heath, Upton Heath, Lytchett Matravers, Delph Woods etc. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Don't forget your helmet. NO LID NO RIDE!! (sorry but rules is rules).
Contact John 07773506593, Robin 078 2525 3144 (after 5pm) or Nigel 07718424671 to check ride is on. |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
|
|
|
|
|
| IMPORTANT NOTICE |
| Riding bicycles offroad can be a dangerous pastime. Dorset Rough Riders promotes safe and responsible cycling. Riders attending club rides do so at their own risk. Neither the club nor any of its members will be held responsible for any accidents or injury sustained on rides. Please ride within the limit of your fitness and ability. If you are unwilling to ride any part of the route, please dismount and walk through the section.
Under 16s must be accompanied by a responsible adult. |
| LIGHTS |
 |
Lights essential on evening rides October to March, and may be required during April and September. |
|
Print this page
