Rides Programme 2026 update
Rides Programme update 06-Sep-2026
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Mon 07-Sep-26 to Mon 14-Sep-26
Lost Lanes Tour #6. The Peak District
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Wed 09-Sep-26
Grade 3. Meeting: Gowerton 10.00
Leader: Simon Jenkins
Destination: A lumpy loop via Garnswllt, the high way, coffee at Coal Town Ammanford, ret via Betws mountain and Swansea. 38 miles, 3200 ft.
Grade 2. Meeting: Gowerton
Leader: Toby Picton-Day
Destination: A Clydach loop via Pontlliw, Felindre Reservoir (lunch), Rhyd-y-Pandy, Craig-cefn-parc, Clydach. Ret via cycle path to Swansea, Black Pill, Clyne valley. Est 32 miles
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Sun 13-Sep-26
Grade 3. Meeting:
Leader: Mike O’Driscoll
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Leader: Tom Dickoharry
Destination: Kidwelly via Bynea, Dafen, Swiss valley, Pontyates, Four Roads. Ret Pinged, Pembrey, Burry Port
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Wed 16-Sep-26
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Grade 2. Meeting: Gowerton 10.00
Leader: Alison Maddocks
Destination: The Black Mountain Centre Brynamman via Garnswllt, Ammanford, Amman valley bike path. Ret via Cwmtwrch, Ystalyfera, NCR43 cycle path to Swansea, Black Pill and Clyne valley. Est 39 miles
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Sun 20-Sep-26
Grade 3. Meeting:
Leader: Mike O’Driscoll
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Grade 2. Meeting: Gowerton 10.00
Leader: Gary Havard
Destination: Castell Carreg Cennen via Pontarddulais, Llanedi, Capel Hendre, Saron, Llandybie. Ret via Ammanford and Garnswllt. 40 miles 2400’ Lib event #240
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Wed 23-Sep-26
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Sun 27-Sep-26
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Wed 30-Sep-26
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Ride Disclaimer:
By participating in a Swansea CTC ride, you acknowledge that it is a condition of participating that you do so at your own risk and abide by the statement below:
You acknowledge that participating in the ride may involve a risk of serious injury from various causes, including over exertion, dehydration, equipment failure, and / or accidents with equipment and / or surroundings
You confirm that you are physically fit enough to participate safely in the ride and you have not been advised by a medical professional not to do so
You are not aware of any medical condition, injury or impairment that maybe detrimental to your health by participating in the ride.
If it is detrimental to your health if you participate in the ride, you understand that it is your responsibility to inform the ride leader immediately. Should you choose to continue with the ride despite these conditions, injuries or impairments, you accept the increased risks and likelihood of injury
You certify that you are over 16 years old and have read and fully understood this statement.
You consent for any photographs taken during the ride to be used on social media. If NOT, please advise the ride leader before any pictures are taken.
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Grading System
Pace
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A. Easy Touring: anticipated pace of about at 8-10 mph (13-16 kph) on a flat route, with stops as required.
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B. Touring: anticipated pace of about 10-11 mph, (16-18 kph) with stops as required to regroup at top of climbs.
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C. Touring Plus: anticipated pace of about 11-12 mph (18-19.5 kph) with stops as required to regroup & refresh at top of climbs.
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D. Fast Touring: anticipated pace of about 12-13 mph (19.5-21 kph) with fewer stops to regroup & refresh at top of climbs.
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E. Intermediate: anticipated pace of about 13-14 mph (21-22.5 kph) with fewer stops.
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E+. Sportive - anticipated pace of at least 14-16+ mph (22.5-26+ kph)
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Route
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Grade - Terrain
#1 Generally flat with a couple of easy climbs, up to a max of 800 feet (250m), over a distance of 20-30 miles (32-48km).
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#2 More undulating, with climbing in the range of 800-2200 feet (250-660m), over a distance 24-40 miles (38-64km).
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#3 Partly hilly, some longer climbs, up to 10% (1 in 10), total climbing between 2000- 4000 feet (610-1200m), over a distance of 40-60 miles (64-96km).
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#4 Hilly route, some hills steeper than 10% (1 in 10), total climbing between 4000-5900 feet (1200-1800m), over a distance of 40-60 miles, (64-96km).
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#5 Longer hilly route, some hills steeper than 10% (1 in 10), climbing between 5500-7200 + feet (1700-2200m), over a distance of 60-100+ miles (90-160+km).
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