The ‘WHEELERS’ CHALLENGE RIDERS EVERYWHERE
Are you good enough to take on NOT 1 but 3 rides?
The Wheelers present their annual series of challenge rides for cyclists of different ages and abilities along routes of varying difficulty. These are not races and there are no prizes, the only stipulations being that the rider is fully self-sufficient and completes the distance within the prescribed time limit. All riders are welcome, entry is not restricted to members, come along and rise to the challenge, this Charity event needs your support.
Participants are expected to have some experience of group riding on the open roads and have a fully roadworthy machine complete with essential spares & tools. Riders must be in good health and be a minimum of 12 years of age, however there is no upper age limit! The younger riders will be expected to be accompanied by an adult.
Proceeds go direct to registered charities selected by the club each year.
All rides start from :-
Fordhouses Cricket Club,
Jack Threlfall Memorial Ground,
Wobaston Road,
Wolverhampton,
WV9 5HH
Signing on is open from 8.30 with the first riders off at 9.00 and the ‘scratch group’ away by 9.30 am.
The routes may not be way marked and riders will be given event numbers. Modest entry fees per event – £6.00
The first two rides take place in February each year.
“The John Kriskinans 100k”
100 kilometres of an undulating course taking in Coven, Brewood, Bishops Wood, Church Eaton, Eccleshall, Gnosall, Sherrifhales, Shifnal, Ryton & Pattingham.
“The Horace Poole 50+ in 4”
Actually, 57 miles of a hilly course: Wightwick, Shipley, Bridgnorth, Morville, Much Wenlock, Wenlock Edge, Longville, Morville, Bridgnorth, Worfield & Pattingham.
“The 100 in 8”
Early September: A one-hundred-mile ride, covering Shropshire & South Staffordshire not too hilly. This ride also has recommended stops for refreshment. Starting from 8.30 am.
Entry on the day of the event for just £6.00 per event Including Free Parking, Changing Rooms, Toilets & Hot Showers.
Hot Drinks, snacks and beverages are available at the Cricket Club bar to assist in the post ride recovery process!