BALHAM CC RIDES
SOCIAL RIDES
Every third Sunday we host a social ride, we have 5 favourite routes, each route has two distances. Riders choose one of the two distances, with those taking the longer route going at a faster pace. This is so we can all meet for a catch-up at the chosen pit stop.
BOXHILL
Distances: 70kms, 80kms and 90kms
BIGGIN HILL
Distances : 75kms and 85kms
REIGATE HILL
Distances : 65kms and 85kms
RIPLEY
Distances: 100kms and 110kms
BROCKHAM GREEN
Distances 85kms and 100kms
The short-hand terms for the pace groups take inspiration from the coffee stops. The Latte and Cortado group typically ride 60-65kms at a pace of 18-21kms / 11-12 miles per hour and 21-23kms / 13-14 miles per hour (moving time average), and the Macchiato and Espresso group, cycle approximately 80-85kms at a pace of 23-25kms / 14-15 miles per hour and 25-27kms / 15-17 miles per hour (moving time average).
View the Ride Pace Menu
The Social Rides are designed to be inclusive, and non-drop. To get a feel for our approach to our rides read about the BCC way.
Find out more about joining a Social Ride and about becoming a member of Balham Cycling Club.
CLUB RIDES
Not to be confused with the Social Rides – Club Rides run the first Sunday of the month. The routes, distances and ride-pacing are designed to help members improve their fitness and ability while taking in some of the Home Counties’ loveliest countryside. These rides are available to club members only.