‘I’m normally only a summer cyclist commuting into work in London from Shepperton 2-3 times a week just to keep fit (ish). It’s a nice route along the river to Kingston, through Richmond Park, along the river to Putney and then the last 4-5 miles in traffic. This year I’ve signed up for the Ride London 100 miles event for Terrence Higgins Trust and so started training in late Feb. In March I managed over 330 miles over 19 rides including a 40 miler that included the Newlands Corner climb. Yet to take on Leith Hill figuring I need more fitness and hill experience/work first – I’m not good on hills.

 

I have joined Viceroys to get in some group riding, to learn a bit from everyone on technique, especially up hills (Ranmore last week was a good introduction) as well as for the social interaction to keep my motivation up over the months leading up to the big ride. I hope to find my enjoyment of cycling will mean I also keep up the training through next winter as would be nice to shed the pounds and keep them off. And finally a few beers with new friends would also be nice :)’

 

Welcome to Viceroys Geoff, we certainly sound like the right club for you!