University Challenger - Strong Plus

Sky Ride Local in Birmingham

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 on this challenging, hilly route, with almost 400 metres (1300 feet) of climbing. We escape the City limits quickly and head out into the accessible, beautiful countryside that makes Birmingham such a great place to live. We takle the Waseley Hills, head through Catshill, push on straight over the Lickey Hills and pass through Barnt Green. What a ride, come on let go for it!

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

• James Elliott Hi my name is James
  I have been cycling for over 20 years, but it's only been in the last year that i have started to get more involved.
  I am a member of Beacon Roads CC & have recently started racing on open roads and closed curcuits.
  Through being a Sky Ride Leader I hope to increase your enjoyment of cycling & look forward to seeing you all on a local sky ride.
• Westley Beckford Hello everyone,
  
  I love off road mountain biking and ride up the lickey hills most weeks,
  I am an off road instructor and a bikeability instructor.
  I work at Lindsworth School in Kings Norton which caters for pupils with special educational needs and in September i am organising a vocational on and off road mountain bike course which will involve basic maintenance.
  I am looking forward to meeting all you keen riders soon.
  
  Wes B