The Cappuccino Cycling Club is very informal and intended as somewhere for road (drop-bar) cyclists to join up with other like-minded people for some good cycling in some of the finest countryside in the UK.
Meeting Point
Harrogate Squash & Fitness Centre, Hookstone Wood Road, Harrogate, HG2 8PN.
Ride Times and Details
Weekend Rides
Depart at 08:30 (March – November) for a ride lasting approximately 4 hours covering a distance of around 50 miles, with a mid-ride cafe stop.
During the winter months (December – Feb) the weekend rides will start at 9.00am and last approximately 3 hours covering a distance of around 40 miles without a cafe stop.
Saturday Morning
We aim to have 2-3 groups – the steady groups ride at an average of approx 13-14mph, with a slightly quicker group that would ride at around 14-16mph.
Sunday Morning
We normally have at least three groups – one steady (approx 14-15mph), one medium (approx 17-18mph), one fast (approx 19-20mph)
Mid-week Evening Rides
Our mid-week rides continue throughout the year, so lights will be a requirement if you do intend to ride at night with us.
Tuesday Night
Depart at 19:30 for a ride lasting up to 2 hours covering a distance of approx 25-30 miles.
Depending on numbers we will always look to have a steady group and a fast group
Thursday Night
Depart at 19:30 for a ride lasting up to 2 hours covering a distance of approx 25-30 miles.
Depending on numbers we will always look to have a steady group and a fast group
Winter Mudguard Policy
During winter months we do insist that all riders have full length mudguards fitted to their bikes. This makes group riding much more enjoyable, by keeping fellow riders clean. It also helps keep your own bike cleaner.
