Sunday, 11th December 2016
Distance 32 miles – Difficulty 2/5 – Weather: Fine
Nice ride down to the Seawall Tearooms on a sunny day for cake and mince pies, provided by Wendy and Wayne. Different route this time, through Bishton and Llanwern for the six riders who left Caldicot.
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Wednesday, 7th December 2016
The Rose Inn played host to the first CMCCC Christmas Dinner organised by the club. It was thanks to Rob Stallard, who arranged the evening where 17 members and partners, sat down to a full three-course dinner, that included a selection of starters, traditional Christmas Fayre of Turkey or Beef and a range of scrumptious desserts including a large cheeseboard. Christmas crackers, party hats and amusing banter made the evening very enjoyable, and it will certainly be arranged for future years.
A big thanks to the Rose Inn for being welcoming hosts.
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Wednesday, 30th November 2016
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Distance: 16 miles – Difficulty: 1/5 – Weather: Freezing
The latest Night Ride saw only two riders make the trip to the Rose Inn. Sue Earnshaw and Tony Griffiths braved the icy roads, to be met with a roaring fire, beer and tasty food at the pub. A welcome surprise was had when three other club members, Sharon and Tony Ward, and Nick Powell decided to drive down to Redwick, to enjoy the warm glow of the fire and partake in liquid refreshment. Soon it was over however, it was time to board the bikes and make the frosty ride back to Caldicot.
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Sunday, 27th November 2016
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Distance: 33 miles – Difficulty: 2/5 – Weather: Fine but cold and windy
Nine cyclists made the start at the Choir Hall on a cold winter morning for the trip down to the Newport Wetlands. MTB’s and Hybrid bikes were needed to contend with the gravel track to Undy, before taking to the road to Goldcliff. The Wetlands was reached through Saltmarsh Lane which leads onto the gravel path that surrounds the Bird Sanctuary. Excellent views across the estuary, photos alongside the lighthouse before completing the circuit and heading for refreshments and a warm at the Seawall Tearooms. Wendy and Wayne, as usual made great hosts, filling us with hot coffee, teacakes and slices of cake, before heading back along the flats to Caldicot.
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Wednesday, 16th November 2016
Distance: 18 miles – Difficulty: 1/5 – Weather: Damp
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Sunday, 13th November 2016
Distance: 30 miles – Difficulty: 2/5 – Weather: Sunny
Seven riders turned-up at the Choir Hall for the annual trip to Magor to watch the Armistice Service in the village square. Nice to see two new riders, former work colleague Brian Stephens and his friend Steve Chappell.
The route followed Church Road out of Caldicot, through Caerwent and onwards to Carrow Hill, St. Brides and Magor. A stop in the Square to watch the service before continuing on along the Queens Way to Goldcliff and the Seawall Tearooms.
As usual, great service and lovely food and drink from Wendy and Wayne, fully refreshed the group made their way back to Caldicot via Undy and Rogiet. An excellent day was had by all.
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Wednesday, 2nd November 2016
Distance: 16 miles – Difficulty: 1/5 – Bike Type: MTB or Hybrid (Road bikes will have to take the road)
Five riders made the trip to the Rose Inn, Redwick on a cold night. Hearts were warmed by the excellent food, drink and roaring log fire before heading back to Caldicot via the gravel tracks.
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Sunday, 23rd October 2016
Distance: 45 miles (from Caldicot) – 34 miles (from Chepstow) – Climbing: 2,029 feet – Weather: Cold initially, sunny later.
Ten riders made the trip across the bridge to Berkeley, and a visit to the Tearooms in the centre of the little Gloucestershire town. The ride was not without incident, two riders came down on the outward journey, and one on the return journey. Luckily, no-one had any lasting injuries but certainly the first fall was caused by cars speeding through narrow lanes and not slowing down to let the bikes pass safely. I believe the driver realised that she had caused the incident, and sped off sharply although she might have a dent in her rear wing. It did not spoil a good day though, and coffee, cakes and toast fueled the riders for the return journey back to Caldicot.
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Wednesday, 19th October 2017
Distance: 16 miles – Difficulty: 1/5 – Weather: Fine but chilly
Five riders made the start at the Choir Hall for the trip down to Redwick and the Rose Inn via the gravel track to Undy. We were met at the pub by Tracey Eastabrook, who came in the car to save her aching back.
Following the usual feeding of fish and chips, liver, cottage pie etc., it was back on the bikes for the cold ride home to Caldicot.
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