Richmond Park - Strong Plus

Sky Ride Local in Richmond upon Thames

Challenging rides on the road for adults only

If you’ve been riding a road bike for a while, and perhaps been thinking about joining a cycling club, these rides – brand new for 2012 – are for you. The prospect of a speedy pace over twenty to fifty miles, and the strong likelihood of some hills thrown in along the way, means our Ride Strong Plus rides are not for the faint-hearted. 

Come and join us as we ride the iconic road bike route in West London. This 27 mile ride is multiple laps of the perimeter road in Richmond Park, a longstanding hub for London's road cyclists. The rolling tarmac route is ideal for road bikes and this is a perfect ride for those who enjoy a challenge whilst being surrounded by the beautiful Richmond Park.

If you've already tried one of our Ride Strong Plus rides and you're ready for the next challenge, why not try a British Cycling Sportive?

Additional Information

As these are adult only rides, designed for cyclists progressing from the standard Ride Strong level, the pace of the ride could increase to 15mph at the discretion of the Ride Leader.

Helmets must be worn by all under 18's regardless of ride level.
Please bring equipment with you to repair punctures, Ride Leaders are there to help but are not responsible for your bike.
All rides leave at the time stated you must arrive early Ride Leaders will not wait.

Location and Route

Meet the Ride Leaders

• Jack Connah I moved to London from a much hillier Cornwall four years ago, and got into cycling in a big way by commuting into work and back each day on my bicycle. Eventually, I moved on to riding longer weekend rides, then a road bike, and then last summer I cycled 900 miles from John O'Groats to Land's End in ten days, raising over £1,000 for charity and having an amazing time along the way. This year I rode the 'other' end-to-end ride from Dover to Durness, just about managing to avoid the worst of the June weather!
  
  Before becoming a ride leader I took part on a couple of Sky Rides and I think they're a great opportunity to get people involved with cycling and a good way to encourage more people to experience the thrill of two (or three!) wheels. There's nothing quite like the feeling of zipping down the outside of a traffic jam with the wind in your hair and I love every opportunity I have to get out and about on two wheels.
  
  Hope to see you out and about riding.
• Andrew Payne I have been taking cycling fairly seriously since 2003 and have been a member of the Maidenhead and District Cycle club since that time. During the summer months I regularly take part in time trails of 10, 25, 50 & 100miles.
  
  In addition to Skyride leading (now in my 2nd year), I am also a British Cycling level 2 coach and a Bike-ability coach working at schools getting youngsters able to ride to school.
  
  I really enjoy the Sky Rides as they are far more social than most of the riding I do and its good to meet people interested in the less competitive end of the cycling spectrum. I'm looking forward to meeting everyone and having an enjoyable day out with good weather.