Hilsea - Hill Head - Alverstoke

A leisurely-paced fairly flat ride starting at 10:00 from near the Hilsea Lido bus stop rank. Route out is via Paulsgrove to the Dovecote Eatery Cams Estate for a swift coffee break, then continuing via Town Quay and west towards Ranvilles Lane, Crofton Old Church, Old Street, Hill Head (toilets). A short coastal stretch to the Airport cafe, then Alver Valley, Stokes Bay, Alverstoke returning via Gosport ferry (£4.70 or £6.40). We use shared paths and tracks in places and avoid most main roads. Some parts are possibly not suitable for road bikes with narrow tyres and we will dismount for some short interconnecting bits along the route. Approx 26 miles. Return 15:00 ish.

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Ride leader notes

My rides will generally be fairly flat and conducted at a relaxed pace with some stops along the way to take in the scenery and take some water.

When it comes to hills you will probably go ahead of me and wait in a safe place for the group to reform.

If you are a rider who just wants to get there fast or one who is monitoring their performance, then my ride is probably not for you.

My Hybrid Helium Crosstrack purchased from Halfords for £139.99 in 2006 is happy to cover all terrains so my rides may include some rougher surfaces, in which case that will be stated in the ride details.

I try to come up with routes that have some interesting features. It could be cycling through a park, or alongside a coastal section, through quiet residential areas. Often there will be a ferry crossing. Where possible I will use shared cycleways avoiding main roads, though when necessary we will use them in a safe and confident manner.

Above all I will try to make the ride an enjoyable social experience.

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The small size of some pop-up rides means we might be unable to split a ride if you get into difficulties. We will do all we can to escort you back to the start point, but please be prepared to navigate yourself home or to call for support from a partner, relative or friend.