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| 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.
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Saturday lychett loop (for tea) *1.30pm*
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Saturday, 4 February 2012
Meet at BLC at 1.30pm for an easy sociable ride suitable for all abilities including novice/beginners. 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. Please make sure you have adequate lighting to "get home". DON'T FORGET YOUR HELMET. NO LID NO RIDE!! (sorry but rules is rules) Please phone/txt if weather looks iffy. Ian on 07541 006253 |
| Ride Grade:
Easy
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Three Legged Cross Pub Ride Three legged cross
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Saturday, 4 February 2012
Meet in car park 9.30am. Fast flowing rooty & rocky technical steep singletrack. The best of Moors Valley and Ringwood Forest Singletrack Trails. Not for beginners - good for those that want to move up from medium rides. Back by 1pm latest. Full details call Martin on 07887535613 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
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Sunday morning ride from Redhill
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Sunday, 5 February 2012
Meet at 9.30am by the Fire Station for a 25 mile ride, route decided on the day...could be Badbury Rings, into the New Forest, Canford Heath, Upton Heath....so many choices. Aim to be back by 1-1.30.
Call Steve on 01202 517615 for details or if weather bad. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Monday Night from Wimborne
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Monday, 6 February 2012
Meet outside Colehill Library for a 6.30 start and a moderate ride of around 20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. Ride is to one or more of Moors Valley, Avon Heath or Ringwood Forest. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Not suitable for beginners. Good lights needed. Just before the end there will be an optional stop for alcoholic refreshment! Contact Daylight Dave 07880 690093 around 5pm to see if the ride is on if there's rain about. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Tuesday's Eerie Morning Excursion
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Tuesday, 7 February 2012
Early morning pre work session.
Varies between dirty bikin in Wareham Forest or Purbeck’s 20 – 30 miles or skinny tyres, hills guaranteed 35 – 45 miles.
5.30 meet for 5:45am leave till 8:15am’ish. Minimal stopping. Lights required.
Wareham depart, contact Steve Gordon 07855 785022 or Rob Koppenhol 07919 034144 or PM’s for start location
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| Ride Grade:
Training Ride
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 8 February 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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No6's Midweek workout
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Wednesday, 8 February 2012
Get lost with No6 in 2012!(under new management), meet at lime burst Temple or a multi start location for 10.00 am but phone in to check for a medium paced well thought out ride circa 25-30 miles usually with a cafe stop en-route. Phone Tony 01202 577705 for details. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Friday Night from the Willett Arms
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Friday, 10 February 2012
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. This week we'll make the ride up as we go along or maybe go for a majority vote! This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Not suitable for beginners. Lights required. Just before the end there will be an optional stop for alcoholic refreshment! Contact Daylight Dave on 07880 690093 or check the forum/ Facebook to see if the ride is on if the weather looks iffy.
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| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Broadstone Ride
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Saturday, 11 February 2012
Meet at Sports centre car park at 9.30am start. Fast flowing rooty & rocky technical steep singletrack. Not for beginners- Good for those who want to move up from Medium. Full details call Martin on 07887535613. |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
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The 2nd DRR Spinning Class.....
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Monday, 13 February 2012
Yes we doing it again due to the success of the first ..... At Broadstone Leisure Centre .. An hour of fun on a bike without any mud ...!! see forum for details or text/phone John to book 0777 350 6593 There will be a small charge for this event... |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
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Monday Night from Wimborne
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Monday, 13 February 2012
Meet outside Colehill Library for a 6.30 start and a moderate ride of around 20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. Ride is to one or more of Moors Valley, Avon Heath or Ringwood Forest. This will involve great single track and some flowing downhills, but nothing too technical. Not suitable for beginners. Good lights needed. Just before the end there will be an optional stop for alcoholic refreshment! Contact Daylight Dave 07880 690093 around 5pm to see if the ride is on if there's rain about. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Tuesday's Eerie Morning Excursion
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Tuesday, 14 February 2012
Early morning pre work session.
Varies between dirty bikin in Wareham Forest or Purbeck’s 20 – 30 miles or skinny tyres, hills guaranteed 35 – 45 miles.
5.30 meet for 5:45am leave till 8:15am’ish. Minimal stopping. Lights required.
Wareham depart, contact Steve Gordon 07855 785022 or Rob Koppenhol 07919 034144 or PM’s for start location
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| Ride Grade:
Training Ride
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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No6's Midweek workout
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Wednesday, 15 February 2012
Get lost with No6 in 2012!(under new management), meet at lime burst Temple or a multi start location for 10.00 am but phone in to check for a medium paced well thought out ride circa 25-30 miles usually with a cafe stop en-route. Phone Tony 01202 577705 for details. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Sherford Bridge Ride
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Saturday, 18 February 2012
Meet Sherford Bridge Car park 9.30am start. Fast flowing rooty & rocky technical steep singletrack not for beginners but suitable for those wanting to move up from medium rides. for details call Martin on 07887535613 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
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Tuesday's Eerie Morning Excursion
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Tuesday, 21 February 2012
Early morning pre work session.
Varies between dirty bikin in Wareham Forest or Purbeck’s 20 – 30 miles or skinny tyres, hills guaranteed 35 – 45 miles.
5.30 meet for 5:45am leave till 8:15am’ish. Minimal stopping. Lights required.
Wareham depart, contact Steve Gordon 07855 785022 or Rob Koppenhol 07919 034144 or PM’s for start location
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| Ride Grade:
Training Ride
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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No6's Midweek workout
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Wednesday, 22 February 2012
Get lost with No6 in 2012!(under new management), meet at lime burst Temple or a multi start location for 10.00 am but phone in to check for a medium paced well thought out ride circa 25-30 miles usually with a cafe stop en-route. Phone Tony 01202 577705 for details. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Old Thatch Uddens Ride Ferndown
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Saturday, 25 February 2012
Park at Uddens Ind Estate behind Old Thatch Pub start 9.30am back by 1pm. Not for beginners but good for riders who want to move up from medium will take in new circuit at Moors Valley. For details call Martin on 07787535613 |
| Ride Grade:
Hard
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Tuesday's Eerie Morning Excursion
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Tuesday, 28 February 2012
Early morning pre work session.
Varies between dirty bikin in Wareham Forest or Purbeck’s 20 – 30 miles or skinny tyres, hills guaranteed 35 – 45 miles.
5.30 meet for 5:45am leave till 8:15am’ish. Minimal stopping. Lights required.
Wareham depart, contact Steve Gordon 07855 785022 or Rob Koppenhol 07919 034144 or PM’s for start location
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| Ride Grade:
Training Ride
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No6's Midweek workout
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Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Get lost with No6 in 2012!(under new management), meet at lime burst Temple or a multi start location for 10.00 am but phone in to check for a medium paced well thought out ride circa 25-30 miles usually with a cafe stop en-route. Phone Tony 01202 577705 for details. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 29 February 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 7 March 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 14 March 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 21 March 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Winter Wobble **Medium**
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Wednesday, 28 March 2012
Meet at Broadstone Leisure Centre car park at 6.30pm for a sociable ride of around 15-20 miles in about 2 1/2 hours. We aim to have groups of not more than 15 per ride, this will be decided on the night subject to ability. 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. As this is a night ride good lights are essential front & back. 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 for more information. |
| Ride Grade:
Medium
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Wednesday Wobble
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Wednesday, 4 April 2012
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. As the nights are drawing in please make sure you bring your lights. 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
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Wednesday Wobble
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Wednesday, 11 April 2012
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. As the nights are drawing in please make sure you bring your lights. 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
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Wednesday Wobble
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Wednesday, 18 April 2012
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. As the nights are drawing in please make sure you bring your lights. 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
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Wednesday Wobble
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Wednesday, 25 April 2012
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. As the nights are drawing in please make sure you bring your lights. 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
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| 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 |
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Lights essential on evening rides October to March, and may be required during April and September. |
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